CONTEXT
HI has been working in the DRC since 1995 in many sectors. It is a recognized player in humanitarian assistance and logistics.
In Kinshasa, multi-year development projects are being implemented on the themes of Physical and Functional Rehabilitation, Maternal and Child Health, Inclusive Education and Inclusive Governance.
In Kasai and Kasai Central, initially engaged in development activities, HI has intervened since the 2016 crisis on Food Security projects (Cash modality then support for agricultural production) and is currently involved in an economic inclusion and inclusive education project.
In North Kivu, to date, several projects are being implemented, including:
A mobile mental health clinic project (ECHO)
An emergency response project (CDCS) in primary health care where HI intervenes through the mental health component integrated with stimulation therapy for children with severe acute malnutrition (SAM) and their families.
An integrated rehabilitation project combining stimulation therapy and mental health (RIMSCASSA-GFFO)
An ATLAS Logistics storage project with possible deployment of transport activity.
HI’s multi-year operational strategy for the DRC is being renewed; it will have to take into account the new challenges related to the internal and regional political context.
The year 2025 was dedicated to developing the new strategic cycle 2025-2027, defining new directions and priorities with reflections focused in particular on emergency response capacities, protection, economic recovery, and improving access to care and rehabilitation services in the DRC.
- MISSIONS / RESPONSABILITES
General Mission of the Senior Compliance and Audit Officer position:
Area Managers and field teams are responsible for ensuring compliance with professional standards, implementing effective internal control mechanisms, applying procedures on a daily basis, and maintaining constant vigilance regarding regulatory changes. As such, they are responsible for the first level of internal control within the operational bases.
The Senior Compliance and Audit Officer’s main mission is to ensure the second level of control, and intervenes, if necessary, to support the implementation of the third level of control (audits).
Main responsibilities of the Senior Compliance and Audit Officer:
The Senior Compliance and Audit Officer ensures the proper application of preventative procedures to limit the risks associated with non-compliance with internal rules, applicable regulations, and HI’s contractual commitments. Their work covers all activities (projects and shared services) of the program where they are based.
His/her main responsibilities include:
- Ensure compliance with HI policies, directives, procedures and contracts in bases/areas;
- Conduct regular on-site checks with the various departments (accounting-finance, HR, Logistics, Operations, etc.);
- Supporting Area Managers and teams in implementing an internal control system aligned with Risk and Compliance guidelines;
- Supporting Area managers in deploying the internal control system in the bases/zones and in implementing audit recommendations;
- To contribute to the prevention of fraud and corruption, and to raise awareness among all stakeholders (staff, partners, suppliers, beneficiaries) of internal policies and alert mechanisms.
Hierarchical and technical managers
The Senior Compliance and Audit Officer reports to:
- The hierarchical responsibility of the DRC Programme Director, who is responsible for the deployment and compliance with internal procedures within his Programme.
- The technical/functional responsibility of the Regional Compliance and Audit Manager/Officer, in charge of compliance and deployment of the internal control system across the entire region.
Main Responsibilities of the Senior Compliance and Audit Officer
Responsibility 1: Regulatory monitoring and compliance
- Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory obligations on the program (taxes, labor code, etc.);
- Ensure compliance with internal procedures and donor requirements, particularly in accounting, finance, logistics and human resources;
- Ensure compliance with the code of conduct as well as policies relating to Safeguarding and the fight against fraud and corruption.
Responsibility 2: Advice, training and awareness
- Supporting field teams in understanding and applying compliance requirements;
- Raise awareness and train staff, partners and other stakeholders on the principles of internal control and compliance;
- Promote a culture of compliance at all levels of the organization.
Responsibility 3: Internal control and risk management
- Plan and conduct regular internal controls, including unannounced checks on bases;
- Identify vulnerabilities and assess operational risks;
- Formulate recommendations and propose appropriate corrective measures;
- Ensure follow-up on the implementation of corrective actions.
Responsibility 4: Document verification and archiving
- Check the quality and completeness of the scanning of accounting documents;
- Ensure that physical and digital documents are sent monthly to the coordination team;
- Ensure proper archiving of accounting, HR, logistics and project supporting documents, both on physical media and digitally archived online;
- Disseminate good archiving practices within databases.
Responsibility 5: Reporting and audits
- Prepare regular reports on compliance and internal control;
- Participate in internal audits;
- Supporting the Senior Compliance and Audit Manager in the preparation and facilitation of external audits;
- Monitor the implementation of recommendations from audits in the databases.
- PROFILE SOUGHTEducation and experience:
- Minimum Bac+4/5 level diploma in Auditing, Management Control, Accounting-Finance, or any other equivalent and relevant diploma;
- Mastery of financial, logistical, administrative and operational procedures within the framework of development projects and humanitarian interventions;
- Excellent knowledge of donor procedures (including ECHO, European Union, DGD, AFD, USAID, etc.);
- Strong sense of organization, particularly in terms of filing and archiving documents;
- Good command of Congolese legislation, in particular taxation and labor law;
- Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
Attitudes and behavioral skills:
- Strong autonomy, initiative and proactivity in action;
- Excellent analytical and complex problem-solving skills;
- Professional rigor and constant attention to detail;
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel at an advanced level;
- Strong interpersonal skills, including negotiation and diplomacy in sensitive or conflictual contexts;
- Adherence to institutional values ​​and respect for HI’s Code of Conduct;
- Desired knowledge of the main international donors;
- Dynamism and ability to work independently;
- Ability to identify problems and propose relevant solutions;
- Strong organizational and prioritization skills in a demanding environment.
Handicap International is committed to promoting equal opportunities and fighting against all forms of discrimination in hiring.
Handicap International is committed to the principle of diversity and particularly encourages applications from people with disabilities and women. We sincerely encourage candidates with disabilities to contact the recruitment base to discuss their specific needs.
Handicap International is committed to child protection and the protection of beneficiaries against sexual exploitation and abuse.
Handicap International has a zero-tolerance policy towards violations of the organization’s code of conduct (e.g., fraud and corruption, protection against sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment and intimidation, etc.).
The selected candidate will be required to commit to adhering to and respecting these institutional ethical policies and the code of conduct.
No Handicap International employee is authorized to request cash payments or favors of any kind in exchange for preferential treatment during the recruitment process. This is contrary to HI policy, and if you are approached by a staff member for money or favors, or if you are prevented in any way from participating in the process, please contact the head of the base where the recruitment is taking place or report the situation by email to: ligne.plaintes@rdc.hi.org
How to apply
HOW TO APPLY:
Stages 1:
Please complete the recruitment form by clicking on the link below no later than Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 4:30 PM.
CLICK HERE TO ACCESS THE CSCA RECRUITMENT FORM
Stage 2:
Please send your application by email to recrutement@rdc.hi.org , clearly stating in the subject line: ‘ Offer No. 012/SUP/GOM/HI/04/2026, Senior Compliance and Audit Officer, DRC Program.’ No later than Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 4:30 PM.
Application files must include:
- A cover letter (maximum 1 page) that does not repeat the information in the CV but explains the candidate’s reasons for applying.
- A curriculum vitae of 3 pages maximum (clearly mentioning the telephone contact details and email address of the candidate as well as three (3) reference persons including a Human Resources manager who will be contacted as part of the selection procedure).
- The job seeker’s card issued by the ONEM.