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NTD Programme Assistant

Kinshasa

  • Organization: CBM - Christian Blind Mission
  • Location: Kinshasa
  • Grade: Administrative support - Administrative Services and Support - Generally no need for Higher Education
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Administrative support
    • Project and Programme Management
    • Malaria, Tuberculosis and other infectious diseases
  • Closing Date: 2024-01-31

NTD Programme Assistant

  • Christoffel-Blindenmission Christian Blind Mission e.V Jobportal
  • Kinshasa-Ngaliema
  • Work experience
  • Fulltime
  • Published: 2024-01-15
  • published till: 2024-01-31
  • Code: CBMRDC/Rec/PRG/01/2024
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About CBM

CBM (registered as CBM Christoffel-Blindenmission Christian Blind Mission e.V.) is an international development organisation committed to improving the quality of life of persons with disabilities in the poorest communities of the world. Based on our Christian values and more than 100 years of professional expertise, we address poverty as a cause and a consequence of disability. We work in partnership to create an inclusive society for all.
In this configuration, CBM Country Offices, and particularly the DRC Coordination office, implements a number of projects with various partners, in particular the Programme National de Lutte contre les Maladies Tropicales négligées (National Program for the Elimination of Neglected Tropical Diseases). As part of this program, we are looking for a NTD Programme Assistant. 
The position is a Fulltime position. 
The position is located in Kinshasa with frequent field visit to the health zones where the projects are implemented. 
This position is only filled locally (in Democratic Republic of Congo), with contractual conditions of the Country. An expatriation is not intended.

These are your responsibilities

The NTD Programme Assistant will work under the supervision of the NTD Coordinator to support the planning, implementation and monitoring of CBM’s NTD portfolio in DRC.

Programme Support and reporting
The incumbent will be responsible for contributing to the successful and timely completion of all NTD programmes , through:
  • Supporting implementing partners to ensure timely receipt of annual project plans and budgets
  • Reviewing plans and budgets and providing feedback to partners
  • Participating in relevant meetings with partners to support all stages of implementation
  • Monitoring/supervision of projects and activities in the field, troubleshooting where required
  • Ensuring partners are aware of and following ICTC (International Coalition for Trachoma Control), WHO (World Health Organization) and other relevant international guidelines, as appropriate
  • Overseeing accurate and timely reporting by partners;
  • Support the collection, review and analysis of programme data for submission to CBM and donors.
  • Providing clear and detailed information to support fundraising
  • Supporting the supervision of the annual Mass Drug Administration  programme;
  • Contributing to the development of the DRC NTD team’s operational plans, quarterly and annual technical and financial reports;
Research/Monitoring
  • Support the design and implementation of NTD research in DRC, including preparing ToRs and supervising consultants.
Representation/Admin
  • Develop good working relationships with counterparts in CBM’s DRC partner organisations
  • Represent CBM and actively participate at government NTD meetings;
  • Document the discussions and outcomes of internal and external meetings, and follow up to ensure agreed actions are implemented.
The role also will involve close working with the other members of the Country Office team in Kinshasa, with the IEH NTD team and with CBM’s implementing partners in DRC.
Any other task deemed necessary by line management under the job's scope of responsibilities may also be required.



 

These are your qualifications

Essential Requirements

  • A degree level qualification in Public Health, epidemiology or parasitology is preferable; a degree in social sciences or related field will be considered;
  • Minimum of 3 years experience in an international NGO or Ministry of Health in a similar position, or experience of research in a relevant field;
  • Have a strong practical knowledge of government strategies for tackling public health issues
  • Demonstrated experience in Microsoft Packages (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Access) Highly numerate with proven analytical skills;
  • Excellent writing and presentation skills (French and English).
  • Team player with good interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate in a cross-cultural and multi-faceted environment
  • Must be proactive, open to do things differently,  to solve problems effectively and efficiently.
  • English and French: professional proficiency
  • Lingala & Swahili or any other local mother tongue are advantageous
  • Demonstrate initiative, creativity, conscientiousness and organisation.
  • Interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
  • Be dynamic and able to work under pressure.
  • Identification with Christian values and the mandate of the CBM. 

What we offer

  • An attractive position within the organization in the world's leading organisation in the field of Disability Inclusive Development
  • An attractive position with the opportunity to build a strong professional network
  • A fair salary and other social benefits based on the local conditions in the country you apply for
  • An approachable, agile organisation with self-reliant people in a diverse and collegial team and great team spirit
  • A pleasant workspace and an accessible online training platform, with a great number of free training courses and certifications.

How to apply

Please apply exclusively online via our applicant portal (see below APPLY NOW).

We highly encourage persons with disability to apply for this position. 
We would like to further promote diversity in our teams and therefore welcome applications from people of different ethnic and social backgrounds, religions and world views, different ages and genders, and especially from people with disabilities.

Kindly upload the following documents: A cover letter, CV and relevant work references should be insert as well as a minimum of Three (3) professional reference contacts, your current home address, e-mail address and a valid phone number.

Your contact person: M. Kabangu Emmanuel, Phone: +243 810 344 515

We look forward to receiving your application! 
 
We do our best to provide you the most accurate info, but closing dates may be wrong on our site. Please check on the recruiting organization's page for the exact info. Candidates are responsible for complying with deadlines and are encouraged to submit applications well ahead.
Before applying, please make sure that you have read the requirements for the position and that you qualify.
Applications from non-qualifying applicants will most likely be discarded by the recruiting manager.
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