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Are you highly motivated and want to be part of our team? In this section, you will find career and service-providing opportunities to join our staff worldwide.

Careers

Engaging the world’s armed groups and de facto authorities in complex situations, Geneva Call’s staff is a force for humanity, respect and hope. We employ a highly motivated and dedicated staff from diverse backgrounds and nationalities. We offer a unique working environment in a challenging field. If you’re skilled and passionate, we would like to hear from you.

Geneva Call is an equal opportunity employer. Our working languages are English and French. Candidates must be able to travel. For operational positions, travel is required to various parts of the world and, at times, in areas of armed conflict.

For other requirements, please refer to the specifications within the individual notices posted on this page. Geneva Call cannot guarantee a reply to unsolicited applications. Please also be aware that our recruitment and vetting procedures are thorough and can last several weeks.

In case of technical issues with online applications, please contact us.

Open Positions

5 opportunities

Support Assistant – Supply Chain & Logistics – Kabul, Afghanistan (National)

Mission

Geneva Call is a neutral and impartial non-governmental organization dedicated to promoting respect for international humanitarian norms in armed conflict and other situations of violence. Geneva Call is currently focusing its efforts on banning the use of anti-personnel mines, protecting children from the effects of armed conflict, prohibiting sexual violence in armed conflict and the protection of the medical mission.

Geneva Call consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages and opinions. Geneva Call is an inclusive working environment for all its staff.  Applications are particularly encouraged from all qualified candidates without distinction on the grounds of race, colour, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and gender identity.

Role

Under the supervision of Head of Support, Support assistant will contribute to Procurement, Logistics / Fleet management, Asset management and IT aspect of the organization.

Core responsibilities

Under the direction and supervision of the Head of Support, Supply Chain and Logistics Assistant will be responsible for effectively and efficiently managing all Supply Chain and Logistics matters related to Geneva Call.

The key areas which come under the scope of the position:

  • Procurement and Contract Management
  • Logistics and fleet management
  • Asset management
  • Information Technology
  • Payments and Filing

Procurement and Contract Management

  • Ensure that all procurement and logistics activities are carried out in accordance with policies and procedures, donor requirements and INGO best practices, maintaining appropriate controls and accountability and ensuring best value for money for the GC.
  • Provide technical logistics and procurement expertise to program management to guide the development of budgets, proposals and operational plans, ensuring new projects are appropriately resourced and costed.
  • Develop and update program procurement plans to ensure timely procurement and a smooth supply chain to enable operations to run efficiently.
  • Manage the end-to-end procurement process, in accordance with GC and donor procurement procedures, ensuring control of the supply chain and ensuring value for money is respected.
  • Oversee the selection and appointment of suppliers in accordance with procurement procedures, carrying out local market studies, tendering procedures and developing suitable supply agreements.
  • Prepare Request for Proposal (RFP) or Quotation (RFQ) in line with the procurement policy, facilitate Bid Analysis Summary (BAS), and release order of approved Purchase Requisition (PR).
  • Take the lead in managing the contract in line with the contract principles of Geneva Call in collaboration with the Procurement Coordinator.
  • Check samples and quality of requested items before and seek confirmation from requester before the review of offers is finalized to place orders.
  • Prepare and maintain an up-to-date procurement tracker ensuring that all PR are recorded.
  • Prepare and support Vendor Creation Form and update Vendor Payment Tracking Sheet.
  • Prepare and update Vendor Information Sheet and have updated vendor documents such as business license, ID and etc.
  • Ensure contracts are properly tracked and managed and report any changes in the contracts and reflect these into the contracts.
  • Develop a tracking sheet for the contracts and ensure it is timely updated.
  • Ensure that all suppliers are vetted as per the GC guidelines.

Logistics and fleet management

  • Ensure fair allocation of vehicles to various activities in the country office and support the field offices in the same activity.
  • Supervise the country office drivers and ensure that a duty roster is prepared and followed well and drivers’ leaves are properly managed.
  • Ensure that vehicle logbooks are properly filled for both country and field offices.
  • Ensure that vehicles hired by GC both in country and field offices are in good condition and contracts are signed for them.
  • Ensure proper tracking of maintenance and fuel usage of the generators.
  • Prepare the necessary logistics reports monthly e.g. vehicles fuel consumption reports.
  • Ensure procured items are promptly despatched to field locations.

Asset management

  • Ensure all the GC’s equipment are labelled as per the Fixed Assets Policy.
  • Update office assets list according to the donor requirements and labelling all equipment.
  • Ensure that update on the GC assets is timely reported and reflected into the fixed asset register.
  • Ensure that each room has a Room Register that contains all equipment in that room.
  • Prepare a consolidated (from all locations) Asset register quarterly and share with HOS.
  • Ensure that movement of assets/equipment is tracked.
  • Prepare a periodic list of damaged assets/equipment and present to HOS for further action.

Information Technology 

  • Monitoring the use of ICT equipment, and organizing maintenance, repairs, and replacements.
  • Keep inventory records for ICT equipment (Laptops, Printers, Scanners, Telephones, Sat phones, routers etc).
  • Ensure quality service from the internet provider.
  • Implement ICT Policy and procedures.

Payments and filing

  • Ensure all the payments are properly recorded and tracked.
  • Ensure all the documents of procurement are complete such as (invoice, GRN, contract/PO, PR etc..).
  • Work closely with the Finance and other units to expedite the collection of the documents and process these with the Finance.
  • Ensure effective filing is in place and all RFQ and Tender documents are scanned and filed on SharePoint.

Any other assigned duties

Main qualifications

Education

  • University degree in Business Management or a relevant field.

Work experience

  • At least 3 years in a similar position. Experience with international organizations is preferred.

Technical Skills

  • Good knowledge of MS Office Package;
  • Analytical skills;
  • Fleet management systems;
  • Ability to prepare reports and procurement tools;
  • Ability to troubleshoot and maintain ICT systems and equipment.

Languages

  • Required: English, Dari and Pashto.

Performance management

The employee will be accountable for the responsibilities and the competencies, in accordance with the GC Performance Management process. The following documents will be used for performance reviews:

  • The Job Description
  • The individual Work- and Professional Development Plan
  • The Competency Framework

Conflict of interest

Any candidate affiliated to, or openly supporting, one or more interest groups opposed to the Foundation’s principles and values, or whose previous position could engender safety issues for co-workers at Appel de Genève / Geneva Call, will be excluded from this selection process. The employee will be accountable for the responsibilities and the competencies, in accordance with the Geneva Call Performance Management guidelines.

Conditions

  • Position: Support Assistant – Supply Chain
  • Workplace: Kabul, Afghanistan
  • Activity Rate: 100%, Full time position
  • Type of Contract: National contract
  • Preferred start date: 15 May 2025

Application

No later than 26 April 2025.

All applications will be kept confidential. Please note only shortlisted candidate will be contacted for further process. Geneva Call is the equal opportunity employer.

Important Note: Our HR team will meticulously evaluate your profile in line with the requirements of the post you have applied for. Since, we receive a good number of applications for all the positions Geneva Call advertises, it is not possible to communicate the results of our decisions with every candidate individually. Therefore, only the short-listed candidates will be contacted by the HR team.

Dos Oficiales de Proyecto – Colombia, Tibú y Samaniego (sólo nacionales)

La misión

Geneva Call es una organización no gubernamental neutral e imparcial dedicada a promover el respeto de las normas humanitarias internacionales en los conflictos armados y otras situaciones de violencia. La misión de Geneva Call es garantizar que los grupos armados y las autoridades de facto (AGDA) respeten el Derecho Internacional Humanitario y los principios humanitarios básicos en las zonas en las que combaten o que controlan.

Geneva Call está formado por muchas nacionalidades, culturas, lenguas y opiniones diversas y es un entorno de trabajo inclusivo para todo su personal. Se alientan especialmente las solicitudes de todos los candidatos calificados sin distinción de raza, sexo, origen nacional, edad, religión, discapacidad, orientación sexual e identidad de género.

Sólo ciudadanos colombianos y extranjeros con residencia vigente pueden ser considerados para este cargo.

El rol

Geneva Call está reclutando dos Oficiales de Proyecto, uno con base en Tibú (departamento de Norte de Santander) y el otro en Samaniego (departamento de Nariño).

Cada Oficial de Proyecto estará a cargo de la implementación de un Consorcio financiado por ECHO en su área de responsabilidad como parte del programa de Geneva Call para mejorar el DIH y la protección de la población civil en Colombia.

Principales actividades

Planificación, coordinación y elaboración de informes

  • Responsable de la calidad de la ejecución y el seguimiento del proyecto de acuerdo con los planes de trabajo, el presupuesto y los procedimientos de Geneva Call y de los donantes; la ejecución del proyecto requiere constantes visitas de terreno – hasta por un 50% del tiempo – posiblemente pernoctando en lugares remotos, incluidas comunidades indígenas.
  • Gestionar la custodia de la información y los conocimientos, incluido el archivo de los documentos y materiales del programa;
  • Recopilar y analizar, mediante misiones periódicas sobre el terreno, la información relativa al contexto, la situación de conflicto, las necesidades humanitarias y el impacto potencial sobre el trabajo de Geneva Call en la(s) zona(s) del proyecto y transmitirla al Responsable de Programas.
  • Supervisar e informar sobre todos los gastos del proyecto, incluidos los documentos justificativos;
  • Participar en la elaboración de los planes anuales y mensuales del programa, los presupuestos y los planes de seguimiento de las actividades del proyecto, en consulta con el Director Nacional, el Responsable de Programas, el Coordinador MEAL y otros miembros del equipo;

Asociaciones

  • Mantiene una estrecha coordinación con los miembros del Consorcio y otras partes interesadas pertinentes del proyecto;
  • Mantiene una estrecha relación de trabajo con los miembros de la estructura humanitaria, en particular los Equipos de Coordinación Local (ELC), las Agencias de la ONU, otras ONGI, líderes comunitarios y otros actores humanitarios;

Comunicaciones y relaciones exteriores

  • En coordinación con el Responsable de Programas, colaborar regularmente con organizaciones locales e internacionales;
  • Apoyar al punto focal de Comunicación en la producción de materiales de comunicación externa en coordinación con el Director Nacional y los equipos de Comunicación globales/regionales;
  • Proporcionar material (fotos, vídeos, historias sobre el terreno) sobre el proyecto e informes oportunos para mostrar los resultados y logros del proyecto;

Seguridad

  • Supervisar la situación de seguridad en relación con las actividades del proyecto, los socios del proyecto y Geneva Call, alertando sobre posibles riesgos, sugiriendo medidas de mitigación a la dirección de Geneva Call y haciendo un seguimiento de los incidentes según sea necesario.

Principales cualificaciones

Educación y experiencia

  • Título universitario pertinente en Derecho, Derecho Internacional Humanitario (DIH), Relaciones Internacionales o Derechos Humanos;
  • Al menos 5 años de experiencia de trabajo de campo pertinente en una organización humanitaria internacional que trabaje en zonas de conflicto, implementando actividades de DIH, Derechos Humanos o Protección;
  • Historial probado de realización de talleres y formaciones con líderes y miembros de comunidades.
  • Experiencia previa de trabajo en Norte de Santander y Nariño;
  • Experiencia temática en DIH y negociaciones humanitarias es un plus;
  • Estar certificado como formador en negociación con el Centro de Competencia en Negociaciones Humanitarias (CCHN) es un plus;
  • Experiencia en gestión del ciclo de proyectos es un plus;

Aptitudes técnicas

  • Excelentes aptitudes para la resolución de conflictos, la facilitación, la formación y la creación de equipos;
  • Capacidad para trabajar bajo presión y en entornos conflictivos, y para gestionar numerosas tareas simultáneamente.

Idiomas

  • Español;
  • Inglés es una ventaja;

Aptitudes personales

  • Capacidad demostrada para desenvolverse en un entorno que plantea retos en materia de seguridad.
  • Disposición y capacidad para viajar con regularidad y, en ocasiones, con poca antelación;
  • Capacidades interpersonales y de comunicación desarrolladas, incluidas la influencia, la negociación y la orientación.
  • Capacidad de comunicación adecuada para un entorno comunitario.
  • Habilidades interpersonales con experiencia en negociación.

Conflicto de intereses

Todo candidato afiliado o que apoye abiertamente a uno o varios grupos de interés opuestos a los principios y valores de Geneva Call, o cuyo cargo anterior pueda generar problemas de seguridad para los colaboradores de Geneva Call, será excluido de este proceso de selección.

Condiciones

  • Puesto: Oficial de proyectos
  • Tipo de contrato: Contrato de duración determinada (puesto nacional) durante 12 meses, con un inicial periodo de prueba
  • Tasa de actividad: 100%, cargo de tiempo completo
  • Lugar de trabajo: Tibú y Samaniego, Colombia
  • Fecha de inicio preferida: Lo antes posible

Plazo para el envío de las aplicaciones

No más tarde del 25 abril 2025.

Nota importante: Nuestro equipo de RR.HH. evaluará meticulosamente su perfil en función de los requisitos del puesto que haya solicitado. Dado que recibimos un gran número de solicitudes para todos los puestos anunciados por Geneva Call, no es posible comunicar los resultados de nuestras decisiones a cada candidato individualmente. Por lo tanto, el equipo de RR.HH. se pondrá en contacto únicamente con los candidatos preseleccionados para invitarles a realizar la prueba escrita – y los pasos posteriores si cumplen los requisitos, es decir, entrevista y otras evaluaciones que se consideren oportunas.

Head of Programme – Bogota, Colombia (National)

Mission

Geneva Call is a neutral and impartial non-governmental organization dedicated to promoting respect for international humanitarian norms in armed conflict and other situations of violence. Geneva Call’s mission is to ensure that AGDAs respect International Humanitarian Law and basic humanitarian principles in the areas where they fight, or they control.
Geneva Call consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages, and opinions. Geneva Call is an inclusive working environment for all its staff. Applications are particularly encouraged from all qualified candidates without distinction on the grounds of race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and gender identity.

Role

Geneva Call is seeking a highly qualified and experienced Head of Programme who will provide overall leadership, technical oversight, management and strategic vision to the program of Geneva Call in Colombia while managing staff and resources to ensure that the program meets its objectives and deliverable timely, qualitatively and within budget. The Head of Programme will work in a fluctuating and uncertain context and will constantly adapt to the programmatic needs of Geneva Call, including possible direct interactions with armed groups.

The position is open to Colombian nationals and foreigners with a valid Colombian residency permit only.

Duties and responsibilities

Key priorities

Programme Management and Coordination

  • Coordinate, develop and manage Colombia’s country programme to ensure quality project implementation and appropriate project cycle management, in accordance with strategies, project plans and Geneva Call procedures;
  • Develop and update programmatic methodologies;
  • Analyse conflict and humanitarian situation on a regular basis and ensure its integration into project design and implementation;
  • Ensure effective flow of information and communication with partners and stakeholders and update Country Director on latest developments;
  • Ensure that programme expenditures, procurement and logistics are in line with project budgets, country office financial plans and internal and donor regulations;
  • Support Country Director and HQ in engaging senior government officials, humanitarian agencies and other key stakeholders;

Human Resource Manageemnt

  • Line-manage relevant programme staff according to the country’s operational set up;
  • Assist in the recruitment and selection of programmatic staff and consultants

Planning, Monitoring and Reporting

  • Develop programme work plans and budgets in consultation with programme team according to Geneva Call’s operational and MEAL procedures;
  • Ensure timely and quality tracking and reporting of project work plans, logframes and indicators;
  • Support programme staff in implementation of MEAL system;
  • Regularly conduct field missions and monitor activities to achieve desired programme results in line with organizational requirements;
  • Prepare regular monitoring reports and support the MEAL Coordinator in conducting internal programme evaluations and audits;

External Relations

  • Liaise with partners and stakeholders, including potentially members of armed groups, to ensure close cooperation, collaboration and coordination;
  • Ensure proper implementation of donor visibility and communications plan, also taking into account security and perception risks and seeking for derogations/exemptions when required;
  • Attend and represent GC as required at conferences and other fora of interest to the organisation;
  • Perform any other tasks as assigned by the line managers.

Duties

Compliance

  • Works within the framework of Geneva Call’s core values, promoting ethical behaviour. Be an ambassador for the code of conduct and role model accountability;
  • Ensures familiarity with and adhere to all Geneva Call policies and procedures;
  • Undertakes the role in a manner appropriate to the cultural context and within the local legal framework;
  • Understands and uphold the standards outlined in Geneva Call’s safeguarding framework, acting with due care and attention to safeguard the wellbeing of staff, consultants and partners and anyone else who works with or on behalf of Geneva Call. Reports concerns if they do arise;

Main qualifications

Education and experience

  • Completed Master’s degree in relevant field such as Political or Social Science, International Relations, International Humanitarian Law or Human Rights;
  • Minimum 10 years of equivalent work experience in a humanitarian/protection organization. Experience as Head of Programme or Programme Coordinator is required;
  • Knowledge in International Humanitarian Law (IHL) or International Human Right Law is a strong asset;
  • Experience with humanitarian negotiations is an asset;
  • Certification with the Centre of Competence for Humanitarian Negotiation is an asset;
  • Work experience with an international organization and in multiple countries is an asset;

Technical Skills

  • Solid diplomatic skills with ability to communicate with high level interlocutors;
  • Strong organizational and analytical skills;
  • Established network in country of operation;
  • Passionate about political and security affairs in the region;
  • Experience in developing professional relationships with various stakeholders and working in a neutral and objective manner;
  • IT Tools (MS Office, Excel, email);

Language Skills

  • Fluency in Spanish;
  • Excellent English language skills are required;

Performance management

The employee will be accountable for the responsibilities and the competencies, in accordance with the GC Performance Management. The following documents will be used for performance reviews:

  • The Job Description
  • The individual Work- and Professional Development Plan
  • The Competency Framework

Conflict of interest

Any candidate affiliated to, or openly supporting, one or more interest groups opposed to the Foundation’s principles and values, or whose previous position could engender safety issues for co-workers at Appel de Genève / Geneva Call, will be excluded from this selection process.

Conditions

  • Position: Head of Programme
  • Type of Contract: National – 12 months renewable subject to performance and funding (with 25 days of vacation per year)
  • Activity rate: 100%, full-time position
  • Work place: Bogota, Colombia
  • Preferred start date: 01 June 2025

Application

No later than 08 May, 2025.

Important Note: Our HR team will meticulously evaluate your profile in line with the requirements of the post you have applied for. Since, we receive a good number of applications for all the positions Geneva Call advertises, it is not possible to communicate the results of our decisions with every candidate individually. Therefore, only the short-listed candidates will be contacted by the HR team to invite them for written test – and the steps afterwards if they qualify i.e., interview and other assessments as deemed appropriate.

Head of Programme – Kyiv, Ukraine (International)

Mission

Geneva Call is a neutral and impartial non-governmental organization dedicated to preventing harm to civilians by promoting respect for international humanitarian norms in armed conflict and other situations of violence. In Ukraine Geneva Call promotes adherence to International Humanitarian Law and Law of Armed Conflict through direct engagement with armed actors.

Geneva Call consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages, and opinions. Geneva Call is an inclusive working environment for all its staff. Applications are particularly encouraged from all qualified candidates without distinction on the grounds of race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and gender identity.

Role

Under the supervision of the Country Director, the Head of Programme will provide overall leadership, technical oversight, management and strategic vision of the program of Geneva Call in Ukraine while managing staff and resources to ensure that the program meets its objectives and deliverables timely, qualitatively and within budget. The Head of Programme will work in a fluctuating and uncertain context and ensure continuous adaptation of Geneva Call’s interventions according to its mission criteria.

Duties and responsibilities

I. Programme Management & Coordination

  • Coordinate, develop and manage Ukraine country programme to ensure quality implementation of projects including project cycle management processes, in accordance with strategies, project plans and Geneva Call procedures;
  • Organise regular meetings with the project teams to strengthen effective coordination and collaboration and promote team building;
  • Analyse conflict context and humanitarian situation on a regular basis and adapt project design and implementation accordingly;
  • Ensure effective flow of information and communication with partners and stakeholders and update Country Director on latest developments;
  • Ensure that programme expenditures, procurement and logistics are in line with project budgets, country office financial plans and internal and donor regulations;
  • Manage safe-keeping of information and data protection, including filing of programme documents and materials;
  • Support Country Director and HQ in engaging senior officials, military officers and other key stakeholders.

II. Human Resources Management

  • Provide leadership and direct line management to relevant programme staff;
  • Assist in the recruitment and selection processes (including coaching and evaluation) of staff and consultants.

III. Planning, Monitoring & Reporting

  • Develop programme work plan and budget in consultation with programme team according to Geneva Call’s operational and MEAL procedures;
  • Ensure timely and quality tracking and reporting against project work plans, log frames and indicators;
  • Support programme staff in implementation of MEAL system;
  • Regularly conduct field missions and monitor activities to achieve desired programme results in line with organizational requirements;
  • Prepare regular monitoring reports and support MEAL Officer in conducting internal programme evaluations and audits.

IV. Security

  • Assist the Country Director and Safety and Security Advisor in regular assessments of the security situation as relevant to GC programme implementation, preparing risk assessments and suggesting mitigating measures and following up on incidents as necessary;
  • Ensure that programme staff follow and implement safety and security policies and procedures.

V. Communications & External relations

  • Support implementation of communications strategy including campaigns, events, other initiatives;
  • Ensure material (photos, videos, stories from the field) about project activities are developed to showcase project outcomes and achievements;
  • Ensure proper implementation of donor visibility and communications plan, also taking into account security and perception risks and seeking for derogations/exemptions when required;
  • Attend and represent GC as required at external events and meetings of interest to the organisation;
  • Perform any other tasks as assigned by the line manager.

Main qualifications

Education

  • Completed degree of Higher Education in relevant field such as Political or Social Science, International Humanitarian Law or Human Rights.
  • Knowledge of International Humanitarian Law (IHL) or International Human Rights Law is an asset.

Work experience

  • Minimum 5 years of equivalent work experience in a humanitarian/protection organization, working in a management role in conflict-affected areas.
  • Solid understanding and track record on project cycle management, incl. budget management and finance tracking.
  • Experience of capacity building and mentoring, team leadership and management.

Technical skills

  • Strong organizational, drafting and analytical skills.
  • Solid diplomatic skills with ability to communicate effectively with high level interlocutors.
  • Strong networking skills.
  • Understanding and keen interest in security and political context related to the Ukraine conflict.

Languages

  • Excellent English language skills (written and oral); Knowledge of Ukrainian is an advantage.

Personal qualities

  • Outstanding interpersonal skills with experience of negotiations with weapon-bearers and other high-level stakeholders.
  • Demonstrable experience of dialogue with armed actors would be an asset.
  • Ability to work under pressure, travel frequently in conflict-affected areas and to handle numerous tasks simultaneously.
  • Ability to network in a multicultural environment and to develop strong professional relationships with stakeholders.

Performance management

The employee will be accountable for the responsibilities and the competencies, in accordance with the GC Performance Management. The following documents will be used for performance reviews:

  • The Job Description
  • The individual Work- and Professional Development Plan
  • The Competency Framework

Conflict of interest

Any candidate affiliated to, or openly supporting, one or more interest groups opposed to the Foundation’s principles and values, or whose previous position could engender safety issues for co-workers at Appel de Genève / Geneva Call, will be excluded from this selection process.

Conditions

  • Position: Head of Programme
  • Type of Contract: International contract
  • Activity rate: 100%, full-time position
  • Work place: Kyiv, Ukraine
  • Preferred start date: 1 September 2025

Application

No later than 5 May, 2025.

Important Note: Our HR team will meticulously evaluate your profile in line with the requirements of the post you have applied for. Since, we receive a good number of applications for all the positions Geneva Call advertises, it is not possible to communicate the results of our decisions with every candidate individually. Therefore, only the short-listed candidates will be contacted by the HR team to invite them for written test – and the steps afterwards if they qualify i.e., interview and other assessments as deemed appropriate.

Head of Programme – Bunia, DRC (International)

Mission

Geneva Call is a neutral and impartial non-governmental organization dedicated to promoting respect for international humanitarian norms in armed conflict and other situations of violence. Geneva Call’s mission is to ensure that AGDAs respect International Humanitarian Law and basic humanitarian principles in the areas where they fight, or they control.
Geneva Call consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages, and opinions. Geneva Call is an inclusive working environment for all its staff. Applications are particularly encouraged from all qualified candidates without distinction on the grounds of race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and gender identity.

Role

Geneva Call is seeking a highly qualified and experienced Head of Programme who will will provide overall leadership, technical oversight, management and strategic vision of the program of Geneva Call in DRC while managing staff and resources to ensure that the program meets its objectives and deliverable timely, qualitatively and within budget. The Head of Programme will work in a fluctuating and uncertain context and constantly adapt the answer of Geneva Call.

Duties and responsibilities

Key priorities

Programme Management and Coordination

  • Coordinate, develop and manage DRC’s country programme to ensure quality implementation of projects and appropriate project cycle management, in accordance with strategies, project plans and Geneva Call procedures.
  • Organise regular meetings with the project teams to strengthen effective coordination and collaboration and promote team building;
  • Analyse conflict and humanitarian situation on a regular basis and ensure its integration into project design and implementation.
  • Ensure effective flow of information and communication with partners and stakeholders and update country Director on latest developments;
  • Ensure that programme expenditures, procurement and logistics are in line with project budgets, country
  • office financial plans and internal and donor regulations;
  • Support partners as per approved plans and agreements and ensure timely liquidation of project
  • expenditures;
  • Manage safe-keeping of information and data, including filing of programme documents and materials;
  • Support Country Director and HQ in engaging senior officials and other key stakeholders

Human Resource Manageemnt

  • Line-manage relevant programme staff according to each country’s operational set up;
  • Assist in the recruitment and selection processes (including coaching and evaluation) of staff and consultants

Planning, Monitoring and Reporting

  • Develop programme work plan and budget in consultation with programme team according to Geneva Call’s operational and MEAL procedures;
  • Ensure timely and quality tracking and reporting of project work plans, logframes and indicators;
  • Support programme and partner staff in implementation of MEAL system;
  • Regularly conduct field missions and monitor activities to achieve desired programme results in line with organizational requirements;
  • Prepare regular monitoring reports and support MEAL Officers in conducting internal programme evaluations and audits;

Security

  • Assist the Country Director in regular assessments of the security situation vis-à-vis the programme, partners, beneficiaries and GC, preparing risk assessments and suggesting mitigating measures and following up on incidents as necessary;
  • Ensure that programme staff follow and implement safety and security policies and procedures;

Communications and External Relations

  • Support implementation of communications strategy including campaigns, events, other initiatives;
  • Ensure material (photos, videos, stories from the field) about project activities are developed to showcase
  • project outcomes and achievements;
  • Ensure proper implementation of donor visibility and communications plan, also taking into account security and perception risks and seeking for derogations/exemptions when required;
  • Liaise with partners and stakeholders to ensure close cooperation, collaboration and coordination;
  • Attend and represent GC as required at conferences and other fora of interest to the organisation;
  • Perform any other tasks as assigned by the line managers.

Duties

Compliance

  • Works within the framework of Geneva Call’s core values, promoting ethical behaviour. Be an ambassador for the code of conduct and role model accountability.
  • Ensures familiarity with and adhere to all Geneva Call policies and procedures.
  • Undertakes the role in a manner appropriate to the cultural context and within the local legal framework.
  • Understands and uphold the standards outlined in Geneva Call’s safeguarding framework, acting with due care and attention to safeguard the wellbeing of staff, consultants and partners and anyone else who works with or on behalf of Geneva Call. Reports concerns if they do arise.

Main qualifications

Education and experience

  • Completed degree of Higher Education in relevant field such as Political or Social Science, International Humanitarian Law or Human Rights.
  • Knowledge of International Humanitarian Law (IHL) or International Human Right Law is an asset.
  • Minimum 5 years equivalent work experience in a humanitarian/protection organization

Technical Skills

  • Solid diplomatic skills with ability to communicate with high level interlocutors;
  • Strong organizational and analytical skills
  • Established network in country of operation;
  • Passionate about political and security affairs in the region
  • Experience in developing professional relationships with various stakeholder including armed actors and working in a neutral and objective manner
  • IT Tools (MS Office, Excel, email)

Language Skills

  • Excellent English and French language skills

Performance management

The employee will be accountable for the responsibilities and the competencies, in accordance with the GC Performance Management. The following documents will be used for performance reviews:

  • The Job Description
  • The individual Work- and Professional Development Plan
  • The Competency Framework

Conflict of interest

Any candidate affiliated to, or openly supporting, one or more interest groups opposed to the Foundation’s principles and values, or whose previous position could engender safety issues for co-workers at Appel de Genève / Geneva Call, will be excluded from this selection process.

Conditions

  • Position: Head of Programme
  • Type of Contract: International – 12 months
  • Activity rate: 100%, full-time position
  • Work place: Bunia, DRC
  • Preferred start date: 01 June 2025

Application

No later than 21 April, 2025.

Important Note: Our HR team will meticulously evaluate your profile in line with the requirements of the post you have applied for. Since, we receive a good number of applications for all the positions Geneva Call advertises, it is not possible to communicate the results of our decisions with every candidate individually. Therefore, only the short-listed candidates will be contacted by the HR team to invite them for written test – and the steps afterwards if they qualify i.e., interview and other assessments as deemed appropriate.