Governance and Systems Strengthening Supervisor

INTERNATIONAL RESCUE COMMITTEE

. Contribute to the organizational development and capacity strengthening of APEDC and the project’s targeted General Referral Hospitals (HGRs) .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeGoma • Democratic Republic of the CongoMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in organizational development and capacity strengthening, particularly in governance and systems-strengthening approaches. Proficient in coaching civil society organizations and government institutions while ensuring compliance with performance frameworks and donor requirements.

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Organizational DevelopmentCapacity StrengtheningGovernance ApproachesReport WritingFluency in French

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Hard Skills

Organizational Capacity AssessmentsAction Plan DevelopmentCoaching and Skills TransferData CollectionTechnical Services DeliveryLegal Texts UnderstandingNonprofit Organization MechanismsComputer Applications Proficiency

Soft Skills

Interpersonal CommunicationTeam CollaborationIndependenceDiligenceOwnership

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in LawBachelor's Degree in Political SciencesBachelor's Degree in SociologyBachelor's Degree in Scientific Work Organization

Industry Keywords

International NGOCivil Society OrganizationsGovernment InstitutionsGender-Based Violence (GBV)DRC Nonprofit Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Contribute to the organizational development and capacity strengthening of APEDC and the project’s targeted General Referral Hospitals (HGRs)
Implement organizational development plans based on the results of organizational capacity assessments
Strengthen the capacity of CISM structures
Develop a coaching and skills-transfer plan for CISM structures in leadership, planning, and the management of financial, human, material, and technical resources
Provide the technical services and deliverables expected by the project in a timely manner
Identify organizational development and capacity-strengthening needs
Strengthen partners’ capacity regarding standards for the provision of services to survivors of gender-based violence (GBV)
Support partners in developing strengthening plans, planning activities, and implementing governance and capacity-strengthening activities
Ensure that planned activities are completed within the established timelines
Provide high-quality support and coaching to targeted structures
Establish a database of technical resource persons
Coordinate with the technical team on the use of organizational and technical tools and standards
Assist targeted structures in evaluating their action plans and planning new ones
Support government structures in structuring and organizing CISM structures
Produce high-quality reports within the required deadlines
Contribute to the collection of data related to completed activities
Participate in IRC internal and external meetings
Collaborate with other team members to ensure the integration of activities
Ensure that deliverables comply with the performance framework, policies, standard operating procedures, and donor requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in law, political and administrative sciences, sociology, or scientific work organization (required)
At least three (3) years of professional experience in an international NGO in a supervisory position
Experience with governance and systems-strengthening approaches, particularly organizational development
Strong knowledge and understanding of legal texts, organizational mechanisms, and the functioning of nonprofit organizations (ASBLs) and public-interest institutions in the DRC
Solid experience leading processes that result in the development and implementation of action plans
Experience strengthening the capacity of civil society organizations and government institutions
Demonstrated experience coaching and supporting civil society organizations and government institutions
Experience working in a fragile context
Proven experience writing reports and archiving documents
Excellent spoken and written French
Knowledge of a local language is an asset
Proficiency in computer applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
Excellent ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Accuracy, diligence, and ability to take ownership
Ability to participate in project activities in a completely neutral, impartial, and transparent manner
Commitment to respecting IRC policies, including the Client Safeguarding Policy and the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion
Application package in French including a cover letter, up-to-date CV, at least four professional references including one HR reference, copies of diplomas, certificates of service, recommendations from former employers, identification document, proof of residence, and the mandatory job-seeker card issued by ONEM
Persons with disabilities must indicate this in bold at the top of their CV

Benefits

Comp & perks

14 weeks of maternity leave at 100% pay
Until the child’s first birthday, up to two hours per workday for breastfeeding, paid and counted as working time
Female IRC staff traveling to field locations may travel with their babies and, if necessary, one accompanying person
Two days of annual leave; leave entitlement increases with seniority
Flexibility measures focused on staff well-being
Competitive salary scale at all grades
Safe and fulfilling work environment
Equal-opportunity measures and commitments to diversity, inclusion, and gender equality
Safeguarding, security, and fraud-prevention guidance and support