Founded in 1922, DanChurchAid (DCA) is a Danish non-governmental organization whose work is based on rights. Present in the Central African Republic since 2015, DCA provides assistance to the most vulnerable communities in conflict and post-conflict situations through its “Safer Communities” Humanitarian Action Program: education on the risks of Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW), Remnants of War and Explosives (ROW); Armed Violence Reduction (AVR) and peacebuilding & psychosocial support; distribution of non-food and household goods (NFIs), conditional and unconditional cash (food vouchers, etc.), distribution of seeds and tools; and support for Civil Society Organizations in their involvement in Security Sector Reform (SSR).
DCA is seeking one (01) highly experienced Project Manager to participate in the development and implementation of activities in the areas of Amdafock, Birao, Batangafo, Kabo, Paoua, Obo, Zémio .
JOB PURPOSE:
DanChurchAid (DCA) is launching a call for applications for a Humanitarian Mine Action Project Manager (LMAD) for its Country Office in the Central African Republic. The work location is Bangui with frequent travel to the field (localities of Amdafock, Birao, Bria, Batangafo, Kabo, Paoua, Obo, Zemio).
The main role of the Project Manager is to:
- To ensure the management of the project in its entirety, including (but not limited to) the coordination, monitoring and quality assurance of activities;
- Ensure internal/external reporting as well as coordination and capacity building of local stakeholders
- To ensure external engagement with other LAMH and protection actors, as well as any other responsibility enabling contribution to the objectives envisaged within the limits of the scope, budget and schedule defined within the framework of the project.
The Project Manager must possess excellent operational, communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills, as well as experience with project management methodologies and tools. The ideal candidate will also have prior skills and basic knowledge in the field of humanitarian mine action (explosive ordnance risk education, non-technical investigations, and victim assistance). Furthermore, the Project Manager must be able to work well under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Project management and planning:
- Ensure the overall planning of project activities and guarantee adherence to deadlines and quality standards in implementation.
- Organize with the MEAL team the project evaluation activities (Baseline, satisfaction survey, Endline) and the updating of project management tools,
- Coordinate and monitor the implementation of activities (launch, targeting, capacity building, etc.) in conjunction with other DCA colleagues, while ensuring the technical quality of implementation activities.
- Monitor the implementation of plans in accordance with established schedules through periodic meetings with partners and/or other project stakeholders.
- Ensure the effectiveness of planning in relation to achievements and analyze the factors hindering implementation.
Budget management:
- Being responsible for all aspects related to sound budget management, including monthly planning, regular updating of budget monitoring tools, tracking of spending rates, in conjunction with the support team (finance and logistics),
- Participate in the development and continuous updating of the project’s procurement plan, and contribute to its implementation (preparation of required documentation, participation in the supplier selection process, coordination of distribution activities, as needed), in accordance with DCA’s internal procedures.
- Ensure compliance with DCA and donor procedures in the implementation of activities.
Communication et coordination :
- Liaise with stakeholders (local authorities, state technical services, etc.), team members, and project beneficiaries to ensure effective communication and coordination throughout the project.
- Documenting project progress, the impact of activities, and ensuring the sharing of key information with the implementation teams and in conjunction with the DCA MEAL team,
- Promote information sharing and coordination among implementing partners, particularly to ensure the link between field activities and participatory action research activities.
Information management, reporting and knowledge sharing:
- Update key project documents, including the work plan, schedules, budgets and reports, and contribute to monitoring the project’s logical framework and results.
- Document lessons learned and success stories in collaboration with the MEAL team,
- Ensure the proper management, storage and sharing of key project documents.
- Communicate regularly with the DCA LAMH Program Manager on project progress and challenges encountered by DCA teams and partner organizations.
- Collect and analyze qualitative and quantitative information through field teams,
- Draft all internal and donor narrative reports in strict compliance with the established deadlines and formats,
- Participate monthly in budget monitoring meetings organized at the DCA coordination level,
- Centralize and compile the lessons learned and recommendations from the various key stages of the project and following the capitalization/closing workshop,
- Write ad hoc success stories and/or case studies according to the requests and needs of the mission to highlight the impact and approaches of the projects.
Implementation and operational monitoring:
- Facilitate the organization of thematic training sessions with DCA teams and partners,
- Participate in humanitarian coordination bodies,
- Ensure compliance with safety rules by staff under his supervision and coordinate with national partner NGOs.
- Ensure proper planning and monitoring of field activities in collaboration with the Project Coordinator of the partner NGO,
- Ensure implementation is in accordance with the project guidelines and approaches and in accordance with DCA and donor procedures, as well as procedures specific to the field of mine action.
Quality control:
- To be responsible for the quality of all implementation activities, as well as the deliverables planned within the project; to guarantee the quality of the products and activities envisaged within the project,
- Ensure that project deliverables meet the quality standards required by the donor as well as DCA’s quality standards.
- Ensure the implementation of operations in accordance with DCA’s requirements for quality management of LAMH activities (SOP), in collaboration with the DCA LAMH Program Manager,
- Conduct regular monitoring missions to ensure the quality of project deliverables, and support the process of strengthening the technical capacities of local partners,
- Share recommendations from missions with implementing partners and ensure their follow-up in order to improve the quality of interventions.
- Ensuring respect for humanitarian principles, including accountability to beneficiaries and the effectiveness of interventions, while ensuring that activities are implemented according to good humanitarian and development programming practices,
- Contribute to the development, planning and facilitation of field assessments conducted by project teams and the MEAL DCA team,
- To assess the relevance of the activities carried out, the effectiveness of the interventions and their suitability in light of the evolving context and the needs of the populations,
- To ensure the achievement of project results and indicators in conjunction with the DCA MEAL team, while contributing to the completion of monitoring tools requested by the donor,
- To ensure the sustainability of the project’s objectives, the long-term viability of the actions, and, where applicable, compliance with established norms and standards,
- Contribute to the development, planning and facilitation of evaluations carried out by the MEAL Officer,
- Coordinate and contribute to the production of communication materials for the project.
QUALIFICATIONS
Prerequisites:
- Central African nationality,
- A relevant academic qualification at the master’s level in management, development studies, or any other relevant subject, or equivalent professional experience,
- At least 4 years of experience, preferably within non-governmental organizations in the field of mine action (Explosive Ordnance Disposal risk education, victim assistance, non-technical investigations)
- Good analytical and research skills,
- Experience working in an unstable environment and the ability to work under pressure.
- Maîtrise de Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint),
- Languages: excellent written and spoken French required; knowledge of English is an asset.
- Strong leadership, team-building, and communication skills,
- Problem-solving attitude, organized and structured approach, and ability to plan, coordinate and lead processes involving multiple stakeholders and interests.
- Commitment, flexibility, results orientation and strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to manage a busy workday with conflicting deadlines in a multicultural environment.
The position is reserved exclusively for candidates of Central African nationality.
How to apply
SUBMISSION METHODS:
Interested candidates should send their complete application (cover letter, detailed CV including references, copies of diplomas, work certificates, and certificates of service) to the following email address: recruitment.car@dca.dk
The deadline for submitting applications is October 30, 2026 at 5:00 PM (Central African Republic time).
Note: Applications from women are strongly encouraged.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.