Médecins du Monde Belgium is recruiting a Country Programme Manager in DRC

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International Deadline: 25 Oct 2018 2026

• 0 comments Médecins du Monde Belgium is recruiting a Country Programme Manager in DRC The international humanitarian organization Médecins du Monde Belgium is strengthening its response teams in the Great Lakes region and is actively seeking a Country Programme Manager to oversee all of its operations. République Democratic Republic of Congo. Based on BukavuThis key position offers a high-level professional opportunity to lead the NGO’s humanitarian and development strategy in a complex environment with a strong humanitarian impact. Essentials of the offer at Médecins du Monde Belgium Organization: Doctors of the World Belgium (MdM-BE) Position/Programme: Country Programme Officer, DRC (f/h/x) Country République Democratic Republic of CongoBukavu, South Kivu province) Key eligibility criteria:

Education / Qualifications

Master/Senior Diploma (Public Health, Project Management, Development, Political Science);

Experience

• 8 years of experience in NGOs/humanitarian agencies (including 5 years in coordination/management);
• 4 years in safety management; Fluency in French and good level of professional English. Documents to be provided: Online application form (CV and cover letter) Deadline: 25 October 2026

Main duties

Your strategic and operational missions within Médecins du Monde Belgium Under the direct supervision of the Regional Director Great Lakes, the Country Programme Manager will have the overall responsibility to design, pilot, adapt and evaluate the Country Institutional Strategy (CIS) of Doctors of the World in DRC. Strategic leadership and operational management

Job overview

Develop and continuously update the analysis of the geopolitical, security and health context in the DRC. Oversee and coach Project Coordinators throughout the project cycle. Ensure the integration of humanitarian, development and peace Nexus approaches. Align programs with national and provincial health priorities. Manage institutional relations, negotiate partnership agreements and ensure the legal follow-up of the organization in DRC. Technical quality, innovation and accountability Ensure compliance of programs with international standards (Sphere, WHO, IASC, CHS) and national protocols. Promote approaches based on fair partnership, innovation, digitalization and community-based approaches. Oversee the MEAL strategy (Monitoring, Evaluation, Learning and Accountability) and complaint management mechanisms. Financial management and resource mobilization Ensure financial sustainability, budgetary compliance and compliance with the rules of institutional donors (DGD, ECHO, European Union, BHA, UNICEF, SDC, etc.). Develop and implement the fundraising strategy and draft project proposals. Prepare and coordinate internal and external audits. Security management and team management Ensure the day-to-day security management of the DRC mission and the ongoing updating of contingency plans and alert procedures. Directly supervise department coordinators, the Security Referent and project coordinators. Promote an inclusive, caring work environment and ensure compliance with safeguarding and PSEA policies. Conditions and benefits of the position at Médecins du Monde Belgium Contract: 12 months Fixed Term Contract (SLA). Position taken: 01 January 2027.

Location

Workplace Bukavu, République Democratic Republic of Congo. Remuneration: Gross monthly salary: 4,465.81 € (for 10 years of experience) to 4,693.61 € (for 15 years of experience). Monthly Perdiem: 651 €. Pension contribution or equivalent payment: 421.95 € per month.

Other information

Other benefits: Comprehensive insurance coverage (health, repatriation, pension). Our mission Médecins du Monde is an international medical development NGO, part of an international network. We provide medical assistance to vulnerable groups in Belgium and around the world. We want universal health coverage where everyone has access to care, without barriers (financial, cultural, geographical, etc.). To carry out our mission, we base ourselves on three pillars: Care, Change, Witness. Our projects follow a series of values common to our entire organization: Social Justice, Empowerment, Independence, Commitment, Balance.

Candidate profile

Education and experience: Master or higher degree in public health, project management, international development, political science, protection or related field. A medical degree is an asset.

• 8 years of experience in international NGOs or humanitarian agencies, including at least 5 years in a coordination or management position. Proven experience in managing multi-sector programs and multi-donor portfolios. Experience in fragile contexts, active conflict or prolonged crisis. Minimum 4 years of experience in safety management. Experience in managing consortia and partnerships with national and/or international organizations. Good knowledge of institutional donors: DGD, ECHO, European Union, BHA, UNICEF, Humanitarian Fund, SDC, AMC. Experience in managing multicultural teams and inter-agency coordination. Experience in the DRC or the Great Lakes region is a major asset. Languages: Perfect command of French, both written and spoken. Good knowledge of English, professional level. Knowledge of Swahili or another local language spoken in the DRC is an asset.

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