World Vision International

World Vision is a humanitarian, development, and advocacy organisation devoted to improving the lives of children, families and their communities around the world.

Founded over 65 years ago and now working in nearly 100 countries, World Vision implements disaster preparedness programmes and helps build resilient communities. Our Disaster Management team acts to save lives and alleviate suffering of crises-affected people by implementing sustainable programmes focused on meeting immediate and long-term needs.

Here’s where you come in:

As CYERA Deputy Chief of Party, you will support anticipated five-year USAID-funded the Child and Youth Education Response Activity (CYERA) which will target children and youth (both girls and boys) living in crisis- and conflict-affected communities of in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo and deliver rapid education services in other provinces if and when requested based on anticipated needs.

You will be responsible for the management of the project, including grant implementation, financial accountability, staffing, planning and reporting as assigned by Chief of Party (CoP).

Requirements:

• Master’s degree in the education, public/business administration, international relations, other social sciences, or a similar relevant experience in program management in developing countries.
• Familiarity with USAID requirements, their history and their development.
• Has at least five years of grant management experience with USAID or other US government donors.
• At least seven years of experience designing, implementing and managing large and complex projects involving multiple partners, in/for developing countries.
• Experience living and working in the DRC, a plus.
• Fluent French speaker, and professional level written and spoken proficiency in English.
• Minimum 40% travel to the project activities area.