Malteser International (MI) is the international humanitarian aid body of the Sovereign Order of Malta. For over 60 years, we have been committed to helping people affected by poverty, disease, conflict, and disasters around the world. Christian values ​​and humanitarian principles form the foundation of our work. In more than 30 countries across Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, we assist the most vulnerable – regardless of religion, origin, or political beliefs.
In the provinces of Ituri, Haut Uélé, Bas Uélé, Equateur, Kasaï Central and North Kivu, in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), the NGO has been providing humanitarian assistance since 2000. Malteser International is carrying out various projects there in the areas of health, water, hygiene and sanitation (WASH) and food security.
For the management of its program, Malteser International is seeking a Country Program Coordinator based in Ariwara, Ituri province, Democratic Republic of Congo.
As Programme Coordinator you have the opportunity to lead, through our multicultural team, the smooth running of the logistics, administration and implementation of our diverse programme in the fields of humanitarian aid, transition assistance and development cooperation.
Your responsibilities:
- Plan, coordinate, implement and control Malteser International projects in the Provinces of Ituri, Haut Uélé, Bas Uélé, Equateur, Kasaï Central and North Kivu, ensuring operational, administrative, financial and logistical aspects
- Ensure operational quality and monitoring of operations, as well as the implementation of the program in accordance with the operational strategy.
- To ensure the coordination of Human Resources, including recruitment, supervision and employee monitoring, in order to build and maintain a team dynamic that enables the successful achievement of objectives
- Ensuring adherence to deadlines and the quality of internal reports and those intended for donors
- Ensure good communication with the national coordination and headquarters
- Develop strategic directions and propose new operational directions according to the evolving context
- Participate in relevant humanitarian forums and coordination meetings and represent the organization to external stakeholders, administrative, political and local authorities and civil society
Your profile:
- Hold a Master’s degree in Humanitarian Project Management, Political Science, Social Sciences or any related field
- Have at least 5 years of professional experience in a highly versatile role within a humanitarian context in Africa
- Demonstrated experience in managing humanitarian and development programs, implementing intervention strategies, and security management.
- Demonstrate essential experience in personnel management and in accounting and budget management
- Possess solid knowledge of logistics procedures for purchasing, transport and inventory management
- Possessing the ability to negotiate diplomatically with partners, authorities and institutions
- Excellent command of French (spoken and written) is essential, knowledge of English is desirable, and German would be an asset.
Our offer:
- Start date: Subject to availability of funds, February 2026
- Duty station: Ariwara, Ituri (Democratic Republic of Congo)
- Contract duration: 12 months
- Salary based on qualifications and experience, health and accident insurance, accommodation in the team house, R&R, one free flight per year to the home country
- Unaccompanied position
Working for Malteser International
Malteser International is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all individuals, regardless of gender, religion or origin.
Malteser International is committed to protecting individuals participating in its programs from all forms of exploitation, abuse, and sexual harassment, and has specific policies on this commitment (including a code of conduct) that outline the expected behavior and responsibilities of all staff, consultants, and other representatives of the organization. Malteser International verifies the references and backgrounds of all staff members (including criminal record checks for specific positions). All applicants for employment with Malteser International will be required to sign the MI Code of Conduct, which is attached to their employment contract, and agree to abide by its provisions.
Whether you work as a specialist abroad or in one of our regional offices, we offer a stimulating work environment within an experienced international team. More than 1,000 national and international employees are currently deployed in various crisis and disaster zones worldwide, as well as in our regional offices in Cologne and New York. You can find more information here .
How to apply
Please submit your complete application (CV, cover letter, copies of diplomas and three professional references) online through our job portal by January 23, 2026.
We reserve the right to contact suitable candidates before the application deadline.