Geneva Call is hiring a Program Manager – DRC (International)

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International Deadline: Nov 11th. 2026

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Geneva Call is a neutral and impartial non-governmental organization that works for the respect, by armed groups and de facto or provisional authorities, of international standards in armed conflicts and other situations of violence, including those relating to the protection of civilians. Geneva Call focuses its efforts on banning anti-personnel mines, protecting children from the effects of armed conflict, prohibiting sexual violence in armed conflict, combating gender discrimination, protecting civilian infrastructure and providing humanitarian access. Programme Manager – DRC (International) Why this role?

Job overview

The Program Manager provides overall leadership, technical oversight, strategic direction and management of Geneva Call’s program portfolio in the DRC. He/she ensures the quality of program design, effective implementation, rigorous financial management and strong team leadership. This position requires working in complex and dynamic contexts, adapting program strategies to changing needs and ensuring alignment with Geneva Call’s mandate, values and operational priorities. Labour relations Under the supervision of the Country Director, the Programme Manager will provide overall leadership, technical oversight, management and strategic vision for the Geneva Call programme, while overseeing staff and resources to ensure that the programme achieves its objectives and delivers its results on time, with an appropriate level of quality and budget. The Programme Manager will evolve in a fluctuating and uncertain context and will have to constantly adapt the Geneva Call response.

Responsibilities

Program Leadership and Strategy Lead the design, adaptation and implementation of national programme strategies in line with Geneva Call’s global priorities and operational guidelines. Provide strategic oversight to ensure that programmes are context-sensitive, conflict sensitive and responsive to humanitarian needs. Integrate conflict analysis and humanitarian analysis into programme design, monitoring and adaptation. Ensure that programme implementation meets agreed objectives, quality standards and donor requirements. Resource mobilization, preparation of proposals and reports Foster innovation and identify new opportunities for engagement, partnerships and growth. Lead the development of proposals and resource mobilization with the Country Director and donor relations, with a view to obtaining diversified and multi-year funding, including consortium offers with international and national organizations, and ensuring sustainable programming consistent with access, security and absorption capacity. Ensure quality and timely donor reporting and internal program reports. Programme management and coordination Oversee the planning, execution and monitoring of all projects in accordance with project cycle management standards. Ensure effective coordination between program teams and with other departments (finance, logistics, HR). Monitor program expenditures against budgets and ensure compliance with Geneva Call policies, donor requirements and accountability standards. Conduct periodic grant reviews (advancement of activities, budget vs. actual spending, consumption rates) with the finance department and program coordinators, and anticipate budget realignments or extension requests at no cost to avoid under-spending or over-spending, and contribute to evaluations and audits. Maintain effective relationships with implementing partners, providing them with technical and operational support when necessary. Protect all program data and ensure proper documentation and classification systems. Team management and human resources management Supervise senior program staff and oversee recruitment, integration and professional development. Promote a safe, collaborative and high-performing team culture in line with Geneva Call’s values. Provide mentoring, coaching and capacity building to improve team skills and performance. Ensure compliance with HR policies, performance management processes and protection standards. Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (SERA) Help ensure robust MEAL systems are in place to monitor progress, assess impact and inform program adaptation. Support evidence-based decision making and promote a culture of learning within the team. Contribute to evaluations. External and internal relations, advocacy and representation Represent Geneva Call with national authorities, donors, coordinating bodies and other key stakeholders. Contribute to advocacy and political engagement activities in line with Geneva Call’s mandate and country strategy. Support the development and implementation of communication and visibility plans, taking into account safety and perception risks. Establish and maintain strategic partnerships to strengthen the impact and sustainability of programs. In collaboration with the Country Director, lead the dialogue with AGDAs, community leaders and other local and national actors. Requirements Education (Essential)

Education / Qualifications

Postgraduate degree in international relations, political or social sciences, international humanitarian law, human rights, development studies or related field.

Experience

Ten years of relevant experience with humanitarian or protection organizations, including at least three years in senior program leadership positions, in an international context. Proven experience in program strategy development, project cycle management and budget oversight. Experience in building and managing partnerships with civil society, international NGOs, UN agencies and donors. Experience in developing high quality proposals and managing grants from institutional donors and private foundations. Experience working in complex conflict or humanitarian contexts. Experience (desirable) Proven experience of dialogue with armed actors or other non-state actors, respecting principles and the neu

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