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General information

Job location: Goma, Congo

Starting date: As soon as possible

Vacancy closing date: 16th of January 2017

Duration position: 3 years, with possibility of extension

Workhours: Fulltime (40 hours)

About ZOA

ZOA is a Christian international NGO which offers RELIEF to people who are affected by conflict or natural disasters. ZOA wants to contribute to a new perspective of HOPE in which people work together for a promising future in dignity and mutual trust. Together with the affected communities we work on the RECOVERY until they can provide to take care of their livelihoods. The work of ZOA is coordinated from Apeldoorn, the Netherlands. From Apeldoorn operates ZOA in fifteen countries in Africa, Middle East Region and Asia. ZOA works approximately with 900 employees worldwide.

ZOA is looking for a

Country Director DR Congo (f/m)

ZOA’s Programme in Congo

ZOA has been working in the Democratic Republic of Congo since 2008, supporting returnees, IDPs and the host population in improving livelihoods in South and North Kivu. The consequences of the war continue to affect people’s lives. Ninety percent of the Congolese live from agriculture, but the areas under cultivation are insufficient for the population in the Kivu provinces. In the selection of the beneficiaries, we pay careful attention to include the most vulnerable households. Continuously promoting community governance, inclusion, peace and stability in these fragmented and traumatized communities is a challenging but essential part of ZOA's programme.

ZOA is implementing its programmes through local partners, 20 NGOs in 2015. The present portfolio is over Euro 3 million per annum.

Your challenge

The Country Director is responsible for the programmes and activities of ZOA in Congo within the framework of ZOA’s Policy- and Business Plan and agreed Country Annual Plan.

Your main tasks and responsibilities

  • The Country Director is the legal representative of ZOA in DR Congo;
  • Overall Leadership and Management of the ZOA organisation in DR Congo;
  • Formulation and implementation of the Country Annual Plan;
  • Programme formulation, development, implementation, and supervision;
  • Project Cycle Management, including formulation, budgeting, integration with programme planning, writing, fundraising, monitoring, and reporting;
  • Overall responsible for the financial position;
  • Human Resource Management for all staff;
  • Maintaining relationships with all relevant actors in the country;
  • Supervision and control of the administrative and financial organisation;
  • Participate in organisation wide programme and knowledge development;
  • Security planning & management responsibilities.

Profile

Identity

  • Being a Christian adhering to the Christian identity of ZOA;
  • The candidate is expected to fully support the vision and mission of ZOA.

Knowledge

  • University graduate;
  • At least five years of cross cultural experience;
  • At least five years of relevant management experience in an international setting;
  • Good spoken and written command of English and good spoken and written French is essential.

Skills

  • Command of operations and finance;
  • Conceptual and writing skills;
  • Analytical skills;
  • Networking;
  • Anticipation;
  • Organisational sensitivity;
  • Participative leadership;
  • Staff development.

Attitude

  • Flexibility and adaptability;
  • Interpersonal and cross cultural sensitivity;
  • Able to work under pressures and meet deadlines;
  • Able to work in a sometimes fluid and insecure environment.

Special conditions

  • Frequent field visits/work and travels are required;
  • This location is a duty station for families without children.

We offer
ZOA offers a challenging job, within an inspiring and motivated team in the programme country. ZOA provides for good benefits and remuneration which suits the charities sector. For more information about our organisation please visit our website: www.zoa-international.com.

Do you need more information?

For more information about ZOA, please visit our website www.zoa-international.com.

If you have questions about this vacancy, you can contact Mrs. Charity van Bemmel HR Officer, email .

Interested and you want to apply?

ZOA operates with an equal opportunities policy and is committed to diversity in the workplace. Qualified women and men, people of all nationalities, and cultural backgrounds, and candidates with disabilities are welcome to apply.

If you are interested in this position, please apply directly via our website: http://www.zoa-international.com/country-director-dr-congo

CV’s of no more than 5 pages in length are appreciated.

Please provide at least 3 references related to your previous employment listed in the application. References of previous positions held should not be older than five years.

Only selected candidates will be contacted and invited to participate in the process of recruitment. A written test will be part of the recruitment procedure. Documents that do not match the profile above will not be considered. Internal candidates will have priority, in case of similar results.

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