What are we doing…?
Desired start date: 01/03/2026
Mission duration: 6 months
Location : PORT-AU-PRINCE
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) first intervened in Haiti after Tropical Storm Jeanne in 2004. Following the 2010 earthquake, its intervention focused on emergency response through activities providing access to basic Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) services for vulnerable populations. Since then, SI has become a major player in emergency WASH response and in reducing the risks associated with waterborne diseases, in collaboration with the National Directorate of Drinking Water and Sanitation (DINEPA), particularly in the various displacement sites affected by urban violence. This is achieved through its mobile drinking water, sanitation, and hygiene team (EMO-EPAH), which is able to deploy to all emergency areas in the country, as well as to the most vulnerable schools in the ZMPP (Zone of Priority for the Protection of Populations). SI was a key player in the fight against cholera in Haiti between 2010 and 2019, and then against COVID-19. Since the resurgence of cholera in October 2022, SI has been leveraging this expertise and mobilizing to ensure a rapid response to cholera alerts in collaboration with the Ministry of Public Health and Population (MSPP), while working to strengthen community engagement in the fight against cholera and to disseminate prevention messages.
Since 2012, SI has also been an influential player in the food security sector, with activities based on the innovative use of electronic vouchers with monetary value through the RedRose system, and on agricultural recovery and livelihood diversification initiatives. SI also has expertise in Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR), and supports municipalities in developing contingency plans and conducting disaster preparedness exercises (SIMEX).
SI therefore relies on the technical expertise and experience of its 50 national employees who work closely with vulnerable populations, on its solid experience of the Haitian context and on its technical expertise in the WASH and SAME sectors at both the institutional and local levels.
Job description
GENERAL OBJECTIVE
The WASH Program Manager is responsible for implementing and achieving the objectives defined in the operational proposals.
They are responsible for supervising the operational teams assigned to their program.
They ensure the proper execution and quality of the WASH programs implemented and, where necessary, propose adjustments or developments to guarantee their relevance.
SPECIFIC ISSUES AND CHALLENGES
A severely deteriorated security situation.
Mobilization and management of HR and financial resources for the project to respond to an emergency situation with a large number of displaced persons.
Restructuring of the team, which required significant support.
Development of new proposals for integrated WASH/Protection/Health/Nutrition projects.
Separation of the base
PRIORITIES FOR THE FIRST 2-3 MONTHS
Monitoring ongoing projects (UNICEF, CDCS, SDC, ECHO) in displacement sites and host communities.
Finalizing the ECHO project’s NEXUS activities by May 2026.
Ensuring liaison with log/admin support services to respond quickly to needs.
Supervising and coordinating the WASH teams.
Ensuring the quality of our interventions.
Overseeing project budget management and implementing necessary adjustments.
Structuring the WASH team
SECURITY CONSTRAINTS
Haiti is categorized as Level 4. Security is quite volatile/deteriorated in Port-au-Prince due to the presence of gangs, but this does not prevent activities from taking place. Mission security rules are strict (8 PM curfew in Port-au-Prince).
Your profile
DEGREE AND EXPERIENCE
Master’s degree (Bac +5) in Finance and/or HR
Experience in the humanitarian sector: 3-4 years
Experience in a similar role: 3-4 years
COMPETENCES
COMPETENCES TECHNIQUES
1. A thorough analysis of the strengths and weaknesses of the Admin/Finance teams is needed to propose a more efficient structure for the Haiti mission.
2. HR aptitude, ability to provide ongoing training to Admin/finance teams
3. Ability to anticipate/manage TA (allocation table) and good management of budget reallocations
4. Good knowledge of UN donor procedures (UNICEF), ECHO, CDCS
TRANSVERSAL COMPETENCES
1. Ability to work in a complex, secure environment
2. Communication, teamwork
3. Adaptability
LANGUAGES
1. French
2. English (atout)
3. Creole (an asset)
SI will offer you the following conditions
A salaried position: Depending on experience, starting from EUR 2310 gross per month (EUR 2100 base salary + 10% annual leave allowance paid monthly) and a monthly Per Diem of USD 750
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 Port-au-Prince. Accommodation is provided in a guesthouse with single rooms located in a secure compound 1 km from the office. The standard is very good (swimming pools, tennis court, rooms with private bathrooms).
Restaurants, a supermarket, and shops are available to meet all needs.
The office is also adequate, well-located in a residential area.
How to apply
Do you recognize yourself in this description?
If so, please send us your CV and cover letter.
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.
To learn more about Solidarités International: https://www.solidarites.org/fr/depuis-1980/travailler-avec-nous/offres-emploi/deposer-votre-candidature/?jobId=PA3FK026203F3VBQB6G8N8NVU-113028&langCode=fr_FR