Project Manager – Democratic Republic of Congo At Malteser International

Malteser International (MI) is the international humanitarian aid corps of the Sovereign Order of Malta. For over 60 years, we have been committed to helping people affected by poverty, disease, conflict and disaster around the world. Christian values ​​and humanitarian principles form the foundation of our work. In over 30 countries in Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe and the Middle East, we work with the most vulnerable – regardless of religion, origin or political beliefs.

In the Ituri, Haut Uélé and Bas Uélé Provinces of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), MI has been providing humanitarian assistance since 2000, where MI carries out various projects in the areas of health, water, hygiene and sanitation (WASH), and food security.

For the management of our health project funded by the European Commission, we are looking for a Project Manager for the province of Kasaï Central, based in Kananga, Democratic Republic of Congo.

As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for the overall coordination of the project and the implementation of project activities as described in the proposals, logical frameworks and activity plans. On the professional level, he or she will report to the Mahagi/Kananga Programme Coordinator and will work closely with other Project Managers, the support team and field staff in Kananga.

Your responsibilities:

• Coordinate and technically control the implementation of all project activities in accordance with the objectives, indicators, work plan and approved budget.
• Ensure regular and adequate documentation and reporting of the project according to the standards, rules and regulations of the donor and MI.
• Lead the project team, ensure sound financial management, review and control the budget, as well as ensure the administration and logistical practices of the project.
• Develop and implement appropriate monitoring tools for the project.
• Represent MI with local authorities, partners and donors, in close coordination with the Mahagi/Kananga program coordinator and the country coordinator.
• Monitor the security situation in the project area and ensure that personnel comply with security regulations.
• Ensure operational management of the Kananga office.

Your profile:

• University degree and/or technical/professional training in the field of health, humanitarian aid, development or a comparable field.
• At least 5 years of experience in planning, implementing and managing humanitarian or development aid projects, with experience in the DRC being an asset.
• Experience in security management, personnel management as well as accounting and budget management.
• Knowledge of logistics procedures for purchasing, transport and inventory management, as well as the procedures of lessors (German, European, others).
• Diplomacy and negotiation skills to deal with partners, authorities and institutions, as well as excellent ability to lead a team, work in a team and serve as a mediator.
• Good command of French (oral and written) essential, knowledge of English desirable, German being an asset, as well as mastery of IT tools (Microsoft Office).
• Excellent ability to write illustrated documents and reports, a synthesis mind.

Our offer:

• Start: as soon as possible
• Duty station: Kananga, Kasai-Central, Democratic Republic of Congo
• Contract duration: 24 months
• Salary based on qualifications and experience, health and accident insurance, possibility of staying in the team house, R&R, one free flight per year to the home country
• Unaccompanied post

Working for Malteser International

Malteser International is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all individuals, regardless of gender, religion or background.

Malteser International is committed to protecting individuals participating in its programmes from all forms of exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment, and has specific policies on this commitment (including a Code of Conduct) which outline the expected behaviour and responsibility of all staff, consultants and other representatives of the organisation. Malteser International conducts reference and background checks on all staff members (including criminal records for specific roles). Any applicant for employment with Malteser International will be required to sign the MI Code of Conduct as an annex to their employment contract and agree to behave in accordance with the provisions of these documents.

Whether you work as a specialist abroad or in one of our regional offices, we offer you a stimulating working environment in an experienced international team. More than 1,000 national and international employees are currently deployed in various crisis and disaster areas around the world, as well as in our regional offices in Cologne and New York. You can find more information here .