DRC - Assistant Field Program Coordinator (M/F) - North Kivu at International Solidarity

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 more than 20 countries, SI's teams—a total of 2,500 people, including expatriates, national staff, headquarters staff, and a few volunteers—operate with professionalism and dedication, respecting local cultures.

Description of the offerGeneral objective:The Deputy Field Programme Coordinator (DFCC) is responsible for supervising project managers in the implementation of base activities. They ensure the relevance of implemented activities in line with the SI strategy and will propose new interventions based on the evolving humanitarian situation and the SI strategy. They will pay particular attention to the development of an integrated strategy for Food Security and Livelihoods and WASH, as well as the operationalization of priority cross-cutting themes: protection, environmental impact, do no harm, and conflict-sensitive analysis.He/she will support the Field Coordinator (FC) in programmatic representation to partners and stakeholders and will act as his/her interim replacement in his/her absence.Main Challenges:

• High volume of programmatic implementation over a very large geographical area and management of some projects remotely.
• Develop Solidarités International as a major player in the emergency response in North Kivu by improving the rapid and effective response (“axis 1” of the mission programmatic strategy).
• Central role in the development of recovery and development projects in stabilized areas (“axis 2” of the programmatic mission strategy).
• Supporting the development of the area: diversifying funding and expanding intervention zones
• Work to harmonize programmatic processes following the merger of the two databases PNK and GNK

Priorities for the first two to three months:

Strengthen the rapid deployment capacity of the Information System (IS) for first and second-line responses (particularly through regular emergency assessments). * Lead or active member on the various coordination platforms within the framework of the North Kivu (and potentially South Kivu) crisis response.

• Ensure better integration of MEAL into programmatic activities
• Updating and monitoring OFU and APU and regular review of projects with support departments.
• In conjunction with the CT, contribute to the development and monitoring of the implementation of an action plan for the commitments resulting from the 2025/2026 country strategic workshop.
• Design and implementation of a multi-sectoral assessment for future project submissions, in conjunction with a potential international partner.
• Participate in discussions on the development of consortia with national or international partners.

SI will offer you the following conditions

• A salaried position: Depending on experience, starting from EUR 2475 gross per month (2250 base salary + 10% annual leave allowance paid monthly) and a monthly Per Diem of USD 800.
• 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:

• Living conditions in Goma are very good:
• Accommodation in a guest house with a private room and bathroom.
• A cook is available and there is access to a variety of quality food adapted to different diets.
• Numerous organizations based in Goma and opportunities for a good social life.
• Numerous activities in the city (restaurants, bars, sports, etc.).
• Security rules are subject to change depending on the context. The current curfew is set at 10 p.m. for Goma and Beni, and 6 p.m. for Rutshuru.

Note: It should be mentioned that expatriates working in this area will not necessarily be based in Goma, but could be deployed for extended periods in the field depending on the evolving context and the support needs of the sub-base teams and throughout North Kivu Province. They could, in particular, be deployed and based in the Rutshuru or Beni territories, where living conditions differ.

• Presence of armed groups and significant security considerations.
• Fewer opportunities for social life and extracurricular activities.
• Accommodation in hotels, guesthouses of other NGOs or temporary sub-bases where conditions may be rudimentary.

• The current curfew is set at 6 p.m. in Rutshuru, 7 p.m. in Lubero, and 10 p.m. in Beni.

The mission

Solidarités International has been working in the DRC since 2001 to respond to the humanitarian needs of populations impacted by conflicts and natural disasters and to participate in the fight against epidemics.The mission is active in the areas of food security and livelihoods (FSL), water, hygiene and sanitation (WASH), and multi-sectoral cash transfer assistance (direct cash or vouchers). Each of our activities includes a strong protection component (either integrated across sectors or implemented independently through an implementing partner).Our programs cover emergency response through Rapid Response Mechanisms (RRMs) and second-line support. However, they also include recovery and development activities in stabilized areas. This approach reflects the mission's chosen strategy: maintaining a strong emergency response capacity while developing sustainable solutions to the challenges facing communities in the eastern part of the country.The mission comprises a coordination office based in Goma and two operational bases located in North Kivu (Goma, with a sub-base in Kiwandja, Beni, and Nobili) and Ituri (Bunia, with a sub-base in Fataki). As part of our multi-year strategy, we aim to open new bases and expand our program portfolio. The mission's budget currently stands at €13 million, with a target increase during 2026.More specifically, North Kivu is an operational zone that has recently merged the former North Kivu and North Kivu regions. It comprises a base in Goma, a sub-base in Kiwanja, and a sub-base in Beni. Four projects are being implemented in the zone: one ECHO project, two CDCS projects, one SDC project, and one AFD project. The North Kivu zone is also active in the Emergency Response Consortium (SAFER), which is being developed in the area. These projects enable emergency (WASH) and secondary response interventions in the various territories of North Kivu, as well as the development of recovery activities (WASH and SAME) in certain localities within the province, particularly in the North.

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