Democratic Republic of the Congo: Senior Program Manager Cordaid, Democratic Republic Congo

Cordaid believes in a world without poverty and exclusion. We strive for just and sustainable societies where every person counts. We stand for knowledge and talent sharing between North and South, between farmers and businesses, between activists and policymakers. Where poverty, conflict and exclusion divide societies, we connect people and communities. We stand for professionalism, expertise and solidarity across borders. We aim at maximizing our social impact and contributing to systemic change. We operate where natural disasters strike, where conflicts tear up communities and where lack of opportunities and service delivery keep families in extreme poverty.

Cordaid is one of the leading CSO’s in the Netherlands, working in fragile contexts on Health, Resilience, Economic Opportunities, Humanitarian Aid and Security & Justice. Apart from our work abroad we also contribute to new forms of job creation and social innovation in The Netherlands.

Cordaid is a member of the international Catholic networks Caritas and CIDSE and we are active in worldwide civil society networks. We work in around 30 countries in Africa, Middle East and Asia.

For the Cordaid Country office in Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)**,** Cordaid is looking for a Senior Program Manager with expertise on Community Dynamics and Community Performance Based Financing (PBF)

Introduction

Cordaid has long been a pioneer in the implementation of Performance Based Financing (PBF) in the health sector.

The “Projet de Développement du Système de Santé” (PDSS) is led by the Ministry of Health. This program is implemented in the DPS of Mai-Ndombe, Kwilu, Kwango, South Ubangi, Nord-Ubangi, Mongala, Equateur, Thuapa, Haut-Katanga, Lualaba and Maniema.

The main themes used in this program are: Population and reproductive health; Child health; Health system performance; Nutrition and food security; Communicable diseases.

All the themes developed under this program require a strong community engagement.

With its successful experience in revitalizing community dynamics, Cordaid will provide technical assistance on this approach and on Community PBF in Kinshasa and 2 provinces (Kwilu and Sud Ubangi) supported by the PDSS project which, given the main themes exploited, is largely dependent on good community participation to achieve short- and long-term results. The TA will be provided on different levels (national, provincial and peripheral) in stages and envisions that the PDSS integrates the community revitalization approach.

Please note that this vacancy announcement is conditional and depends on the final approval of the Proposal and budget.

Position and responsibility

S/he will be responsible for the overall management and implementation of the technical assistance on Community Dynamics and Community PBF project in Kinshasa, Kwilu and Sud Ubangi provinces. S/he will be responsible for realizing the objectives as formulated in the Technical Proposal and approved budget. S/he will report directly to the Cordaid Program Director in DRC.

Specific Tasks and Objectives

· Manage the project and its resources efficiently and transparently, ensuring compliance with the requirements of the Donor.

· With key program staff and stakeholders, ensure that program’s strategic objectives and results are fully accomplished and meet expected technical quality standards.

· Monitor the progress of the project and the contract with the Donor to ensure that Cordaid delivers the quality outcomes agreed upon, and outputs and services as formulated in the approved project proposal. Provide advice on changes and improvements where needed.

· Ensure the preparation of progress and financial reports and annual plans and budget to be submitted for approval. Participate in internal and external audits.

· Act as direct contact person (and advisor) for the Ministry of Health (MoH).

· Represent Cordaid externally, participate in relevant platforms and fora and partner with relevant stakeholders in relation to Community Dynamics and Community PBF .

· Organize different modalities of technical support to the MoH at different levels (national, provincial and peripheral).

· Integrate project interventions with other Cordaid programs as appropriate.

· Perform any other tasks (including daily activities of an administrative and/or organizational nature) which are necessary to achieve the results aimed for, as described in the project proposal.

Qualifications

· Post-graduate degree in Public Health, Health Administration, Health Economics, or a similar degree;

· At least 10 years of relevant working experience, of which at least 5 years in healthcare;

· Sound theoretical knowledge of, and experience of at least 3 years in, Performance or Results Based Financing, preferably Community PBF;

· A good knowledge of the DRC health sector;

· Experience as a Program Manager or Coordinator in similar environments;

· Previous experience in complex (multi-actor, donor funded) projects;

· Experience in capacity building of Government entities highly required;

· Ability to build, guide and manage a team of core staff; previous experience in supervising a team to implement a healthcare project;

· Strong communication and facilitation skills, including the ability to establish good working relationships, to transfer skills and knowledge, and to provide technical assistance to key actors;

· Fully proficient in the following software applications: Windows, Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint;

· Proficient in French and English language;

· Preparedness to regularly travel to the operational areas;

· A flexible and pragmatic working attitude.

Specifics of station

This is an accompanied posting based in Kinshasa, with regular travel to the operational areas.

Contract information

The contract period is for one year starting as soon as possible, with the intention to extend for a longer period. We offer a competitive, fair and comprehensive salary and benefits package that is justifiable to our donors. A Cordaid contract which includes a comprehensive insurance cover, social security and pension contribution, a holiday allowance, 13^th month, hardship allowance and cost of living allowance.

Further information & how to apply

Applications including a motivation letter and extensive CV in English, including the contact details of at least three professional references, should be forwarded on attn. of mr Sylvain Duhay before May 2^nd 2019.

An integrity screening will be part of the application procedure.

Please note that we accept applications through our website only: https://www.cordaid.org/en/vacancies/international/?cd_job_id=128936