What are we doing…?
Desired start date: 20/03/2026
Mission duration: 6 months
Location : Natitingou
SOLIDARITES INTERNATIONAL (SI) is an international humanitarian aid organization that, for over 40 years, has been providing assistance to populations affected by armed conflict and natural disasters by addressing their vital needs: water, food, and shelter. Particularly committed to combating diseases linked to unsafe water, the leading cause of death worldwide, SI implements its interventions with expertise in the areas of access to drinking water, sanitation, and hygiene promotion, as well as in the essential areas of food security and livelihoods. Present in 26 countries, SI’s teams—a total of 3,200 people including expatriates, national staff, headquarters staff, and a few volunteers—operate with professionalism and dedication, respecting local cultures.
The mission
Solidarités International (SI) has been working in the Sahel region for several years. In the Gulf of Guinea, SI has a valid registration in Benin, allowing it to operate in the region.
In March 2023, SI conducted its first exploratory mission to Togo, Benin, and Côte d’Ivoire, with the support of local authorities, who facilitated access to the northern border areas of these countries. This mission provided access to the localities of Dapaong, Pognon, Tône, and Cinkassé in Togo; Matéri and Tanguièta in Benin; and Ouangolodougou, Kafolo, Tougbo, and Bolé in Côte d’Ivoire.
Since August 2023, SI has maintained a permanent presence in Northern Togo and Northern Benin, where the first interventions were implemented for the benefit of displaced populations, refugees and host communities, particularly in Dapaong (Northern Togo) and Natitingou (Northern Benin).
SI implements its interventions in partnership with national and international NGOs. In this capacity, SI collaborates with Handicap International (HI) on a project funded by ECHO, as well as with OREPSA in Togo and Havre de Paix in Benin for two ongoing projects funded by ECHO and the CDCS, for which SI acts as lead partner.
The mission is currently funded by ECHO (one contract) and CDCS (one contract) and has already submitted project proposals to these same donors for 2026, with a view to renewing these two funding agreements, while also exploring new funding opportunities.
Looking ahead to 2026, the mission also plans to diversify its funding sources by approaching other donors, both private and institutional, particularly the AFD (French Development Agency), in a context of a small but evolving crisis characterized by limited funding availability and strong competition. In this context, SI will need to adapt its intervention and positioning strategy for the medium and long term.
The mission’s estimated budget is €2 million in 2025, with a similar target for 2026. The mission intends to consolidate its existing partnerships while developing new strategic collaborations.
Description of the offer
General objective:
The Multi-sectoral Project Manager is responsible for the effective implementation of project activities and the achievement of objectives defined in the project proposals.
They are responsible for supervising the operational teams assigned to their program.
They ensure the proper execution and quality of the implemented SAME and/or WASH program(s), and, where necessary, propose adjustments or developments to guarantee their relevance. The
Multi-sectoral Project Manager ensures the administrative, financial, and logistical management of the project while respecting the security plans established for the mission within the framework of project activities. The Multi-sectoral Project Manager
ensures reporting on the activities of the various projects.
The Multi-sectoral Project Manager ensures external representation and communication related to SAME or WASH with local partners (working groups, clusters, technical meetings, etc.).
Main Challenges:
Strengthen the capacities of team members, particularly in emergency response
; develop intervention methodologies for new activities;
improve community participation and accountability to beneficiaries;
represent SI in thematic group meetings
; contribute to the development of future multisectoral project proposals
; implement programs in volatile and constantly deteriorating security contexts
Priorities for the first 2-3 months:
Finalize the CDCS project.
Launch new projects.
Update management tools (OFU, APU, etc.).
Archiving documents from the various projects.
Security :
Northern Benin and Togo are facing incursions by unidentified armed groups, resulting in clashes with the security forces of both countries and civilian deaths. It should be noted that these incursions are limited to border areas and the controlled occupation zones of Pendjari National Park.
It is also worth noting that these armed groups frequently use improvised explosive devices (IEDs), particularly in the Savanes region of Togo and the Alibori department of Benin.
Despite this volatile situation, teams are working diligently to support beneficiaries on the ground.
Your profile
FORMATION ET EXPERIENCE:
Master’s degree (Bac+5) in WASH/EHEA, Food Security, Public Health, Rural Development, or Humanitarian Project Management, with proven experience in implementing and coordinating multi-sectoral WASH/SAME/Nutrition projects.
An engineering degree or a specialized Master’s degree in humanitarian action is an asset.
- Experience in the humanitarian sector: 3-4 years
- Experience in a similar role: 0-2 years
COMPETENCES:
Technical skills:
Multisectoral needs analysis (WASH, SAME, Nutrition)
Mastery of WASH/EFA fundamentals (water, sanitation, hygiene, Sphere standards)
Sound knowledge of SAME interventions (income support, resilience, food security)
Knowledge of the basics of humanitarian nutrition (MAM/SAM, MUAC, referral)
Skills in monitoring and evaluation (MEAL) and donor reporting
Capacity for budget management and financial planning
Cross-cutting skills:
Initiative, rigor, and autonomy;
ability to propose operational and strategic solutions to ensure access in complex intervention areas;
ability to implement various security-related risk mitigation measures;
ability to conduct detailed, quantified needs assessments;
integration of Protection, Gender, GBV, Disability, AAP, and PSEA approaches;
excellent coordination and communication skills;
adaptability, autonomy, and field leadership;
excellent reporting skills
LANGUAGES:
French is compulsory (spoken and written).
Local language and English are among the most
SI will offer you the following conditions
A salaried position: Depending on experience, starting from EUR 1980 gross per month (1800 base salary + 10% annual leave allowance paid monthly) and a monthly Per Diem of 460,000 FCFA (approximately 700 euros)
SI also covers accommodation costs and travel expenses between the expatriate’s home country and the place of assignment.
Breaks: During the mission, a system of alternating work and leave is in place, with 7 working days off every three months (with USD 850 allocated by Solidarités International). In addition to these break periods, one extra day of leave is granted for each month worked.
Social and medical coverage: Expatriates benefit from insurance that reimburses all healthcare costs (including medical and surgical fees, dental and ophthalmological care, and repatriation) and a supplementary benefits system that includes war risks. Essential vaccination and antimalarial treatment costs are reimbursed.
LIVING CONDITIONS:
The position is based in Natitingou, the capital of the Atacora department in northwestern Benin. The base has a well-equipped office and living quarters suitable for expatriate staff.
The city is located approximately 600 km from Cotonou and 600 km from Lomé. Food and basic necessities are readily available, with shops, grocery stores, bars, and other recreational facilities.
The climate can be challenging, particularly between March and June, a period characterized by intense heat. However, Natitingou benefits from functional water and electricity networks. The base is also equipped with a water reservoir, ensuring a constant water supply at the living quarters.
Guest house amenities include housekeeping staff, internet access, telephone network coverage, and a Canal+ subscription.
How to apply
How to apply
Do you recognize yourself in this description?
If so, please send us your CV and cover letter: https://www.solidarites.org/fr/depuis-1980/travailler-avec-nous/offres-emploi/deposer-votre-candidature/?jobId=PA3FK026203F3VBQB6G8N8NVU-112850&langCode=fr_FR
Applications containing only CVs will not be considered.
SI reserves the right to close a recruitment process before the advertised deadline. Thank you for your understanding.
And to learn more about Solidarités International: www.solidarites.org
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Solidarités International is a fair employer that fights against all forms of discrimination. SI will never request any payment whatsoever to participate in a recruitment process.
Solidarités International (SI) is determined to prevent and fight all type of abuse – all act of exploitation, abuse and/or sexual harassment (SEAH) against members of beneficiary communities or collaborators, fraud, corruption, violation of persons and/or property, funding of activities harmful to human rights – that could be perpetrated in the frame of its interventions. SI implements a zero-tolerance policy regarding acts of abuse, notably acts of SEAH.
Solidarités International is an equitable employer committed to find all forms of discrimination. SI will ever ask for any remuneration to take part in a recruitment process.