Job Description:
As a major player in the social and solidarity economy, the French Red Cross manages a network of more than 600 institutions and services in the health, medico-social and training sectors. It is also the head of 12 regional institutes for health and social training.
At’international, the CRF intervenes in 16 countries alongside National Societies and 2 regional platforms (PIRAC and PIROI), on the following themes: Health and Disaster risk management.
Just as in the professions that’elle develops and implements in France, the French Red Cross at’international inscribes all its missions in a sustainable humanitarian action plan. This is reflected in an articulation of the activities of’urgency, post-emergency, crisis exit and reconstruction aimed at the best efficiency. The’objective is to carry out actions with lasting effects and to allow the populations to regain their full autonomy.
Our association is also committed to strengthening its presence and promoting its priority commitments within the International Movement.
By joining us, you will share our commitment and ethics and develop your skills.
Intervention of the CRf in the area
The Democratic Republic of Congo, the second largest country in’Africa, is home today to more than 90 million’habitants. A rapidly growing population facing a protracted multisectoral crisis. The challenges are immense, both at the epidemiological level, from the’access to the’eau, to the’ sanitation and the health, that’ in terms of protection or’ food insecurity.
The French Red Cross has been working in the DRC since 1979 as part of a partnership with the Red Cross of the Democratic Republic of Congo (CRRDC). From the 2000s, CRf has a delegation (permanent office) in Kinshasa, and mainly conducts health projects in’ex-Bandundu. From 2018, the’organisation is intensifying its interventions, with projects focused on the Prevention and Control of Infections (PCI) of diseases with epidemiological characteristics, measures of’Eau Hygiene and Sanitation (EHA) and support of staff and health centers.
The CRf intervened in the’East of the DRC on the response to the 10th Ebola epidemic for support to health structures in Prevention and Control of Infections (PCI) and EHA, consolidated during the 11th outbreak with’urgency response teams, and the Covid-19 response in North and South Kivu.
Today, the CRF has a coordination in Kinshasa, and’a sub-delegation in Bukavu (South-Kivu) opened in 2022, which oversees an operational base in Uvira (South-Kivu). In addition, it is planned to move the coordination from Kinshasa to Bukavu in January 2024, for operational reasons.
Post
General Mission of the DMI :
Placed under the authority of the/head of delegation and in close collaboration with him/her, the/the health coordinator is responsible for the planning and technical monitoring of the various programs and projects implemented in the field of health by the CRF in the DRC. He is also responsible for drafting project proposals, on technical aspects on health-related themes, in conjunction with the Programme Coordinator in the DRC. Il/it is in functional connection with the/the technical referents of the CRF headquarters in Paris.
MISSIONS & ACTIVITIES
Health program coordination
Technical support in health
Monitoring-Evaluation
Human Resources Management
Representation
Reporting & capitalization
Community commitment and Accountability to beneficiaries
HIERARCHIC AND FUNCTIONAL LINKS
Hierarchical link: Insured by the head of delegation
Operational link: Program coordinator, Project manager, Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning referent, Logistics coordination, Administrative and financial coordination.
Collaborates internally with :
Deputy Desk / Great Lakes Program Officer
Technical services and headquarters supports
Collaborates externally with :
The Health Clusters and EHA,
CRF operational partners in the DRC,
The technical and financial partners of the CRF.
Join us
You want to join a large association that works daily with vulnerable people !
You are looking for meaning and want to flourish in a committed and values-carrying company.
You give importance to the principles and values defended and carried by the French Red Cross ( Humanity, Impartiality, Neutrality, Independence, Volunteering, Unity, Universality )
JOIN US !!!
Required post start date
January 2024
Practical information related to the position
Conditions of employment
Type of status : expatriate
Type of contract : CDD under French law/precarity premium paid at the end of the contract
End of year bonus’: equivalent to a 13th month at the pro-rata at the time of presence
Perdiem: daily perdiem that varies by country
Leave : 5 weeks of paid leave/year and 21 days of recovery – Ticket of’avion supported 100% by the CRf for home journey/mission for leave to 6 months
Health coverage : CFE + Mutuelle MSH (covered 100%) – 75% supported by the CRf
MedEvac Insurance/repatriation: YES
Other insurance : pension (death-invalidity)
Summarized
Location: Kinshasa-Bukavu- DRC
Duration: 12 months (renewable)
To be filled : January 2024
Status: Delegate on International Mission (DMI)
The French Red Cross reserves the right to close a recruitment before the’ deadline date of the announcement and submission of applications. Thank you for your understanding.
Without further contact from us within 3 weeks, please consider that we do not give favorable follow-up to your application.
Female applications encouraged.
Training on line :
To get to know the Red Cross Movement better, we invite you to take two free online training courses accessible to all. The realization of these training courses is a plus in your application : W.O.R.C. (World of Red Cross and Red Crescent): this training course addresses topics such as the origin and history of the Movement, its fundamental principles, the emblem, the International Federation, the ICRC and national societies. Stay Safe, meanwhile, aims to develop a common culture of safety management within the Movement. You will find these courses on the’learning Platform of the International Federation: https://ifrc.csod.com/client/ifrc/default.aspx
Qualifications & experiences
Diploma of doctor of medicine and Master or DU in public health, and possessing at least 3 years of’ experience in the exercise of his functions of doctor practicing in PED (health district). In addition, 5-year requirement in the management and coordination of health projects – SMI, Primary health care, nutrition, HIV Aids, nutrition, etc.
Skills
Mandatory requirements for the position
Capacity of pedagogy,’ autonomy, representation, human relations, delegation
Knowledge in project management
Knowledge of budget management and donor reports
Writing abilities
Knowledge of the HIV/AIDS issue in VDPs is a plus
Skills appreciated
Mastery of the Office pack (Word, Excel, Powerpoint), networking (G-Suite/Google Workspace)
Collaboration with NGO or OI appreciated
Skills related to the’specific mission environment :
Knowledge of the geographical area appreciated.
Languages
French current
English professional level
Prerequisites
’ passportvalidity greater than 6 months at the time of scheduled departure
Up-to-date vaccination record /ability to travel
Comprehensive vaccination schedule required