Since its inception in 1933, the International Rescue Committee
(IRC) has been a global leader in emergency response and providing
durable solutions for conflict- and crisis-affected populations.
Applications are invited for the following vacancies to be based
in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
1. Chief Of Party
The Chief of Party (COP) will provide leadership to this health program based out of Kinshasa, DRC.
The COP will ensure that the project is implemented in
accordance with the DFID contract and the Ministry of Public Health’s strategy
for health sector development.
The COP will work closely with IRC DRC’s Regional Director to
review progress toward results and represent the consortium to the Oversight
Committee ofthe MoPH and DFID.
Requirements:
- Masters
degree in Public Health, Public Administration. MBA or other relevant
degree;
- At
least ten years of experience managing large-scale projects (+$50 million)
in a conflict or post-conflict environment, field experience in DRC is
preferred;
- Proven
leadership, strategic planning and decision-making capabilities while
under pressure in an unstable environment;
- Demonstrated
experience managing large, geographically dispersed teams and working in
tandem with local and international partners;
- Demonstrated
experience leading and managing inter-institutional coordinating functions
within a multi-cultural operating environment;
- Effective
and persuasive writing and public speaking skills in English and French;
- Knowledge
of regulatory, contractual, legal and financial compliance requirements
associated with DFID funding;
2. Operations Director
The Operations Director will provide a strong operational support & oversight which is critical to the delivery of quality project implementation.
Reporting to the Chief of Party, the Operations Director will
supervise a Support Unit which will provide logistics, ICT, administration,
human resource, and safety and security management support to the project.
Requirements:
- 10
years in a senior operational management role, preferably in an
international NGO;
- Diverse
background in operations, with strong understanding of finance, administration
supply chain, human resources, information technology, and business
processes;
- University
degree required; MBA or comparable advanced graduate degree preferred;
- Experience
working in complex and fluid operating environments, including a demonstrated
appreciation for the challenges involved in working in a conflict or
post-conflict environment;
- Fluent
in French & English;
- Knowledge
of regulatory, contractual, legal and financial compliance requirements
associated with DFID funding
3. Head of Human Resources/Deputy Director-Human Resources
The Head of Human Resources/Deputy Director — Human Resources will lead and facilitate the development of a highly effective, strategic HR function in the DRC region that ensures the organization has the structure, culture and talent needed to deliver on program goals and effectively serve its beneficiaries.
The Head of HR will direct and facilitate the delivery of
regional, national, and local HR capacity and infrastructure for efficient and
effective services at multi-levels and implementation and adaptation of HR
global initiatives and practices.
Requirements:
- Demonstrated
success as an HR generalist supporting employee groups of 500+ employees
in multiple locations within the region or global environment required;
- Broad
knowledge and experience in employment law, compensation, organizational
planning, organization development, employee relations, and training and
development;
- Master’s
degree, minimum 10 years of progressive HR professional experience with a
minimum of 5 years as a regional coordinator or director or equivalent
education and experience;
- French
fluency required with strong English proficiency;
- Ability
to travel up to 50 percent;
- Strong
knowledge of HRIS systems preferred;
- SPHR,
GPHR, CIPD or other HR professional certification preferred
Full Job descriptions can be downloaded atwww.rescue.org/careers
To apply please go to http://www.rescue.oralcareers and search for Name of the Position.
Please apply on or before June 25, 2012
IRC leading the way from harm to home
IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.