Area Coordinator – Uvira

About the role

The Area Coordinator will represent Acted’s interests with local authorities, donors, beneficiary communities and other key stakeholders in Uvira. As a member of the senior management team, you will ensure program quality, operational implementation and strong representation.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise Project Managers to ensure projects meet beneficiary needs and align with Acted’s strategy, donor guidelines, work plans and budgets.
• Oversee day‑to‑day operations, security, finance, logistics, HR and internal coordination within the area.
• Conduct context analysis, develop strategies, manage proposals, advocacy and networking.
• Ensure project quality control, tracking, partner management and compliance with transparency standards.

Required profile

• Background in international development, emergency operations or humanitarian programmes.
• At least four years of relevant professional experience, including security management.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure with strong negotiation and interpersonal skills.

Required skills

• Extensive project management experience in emergency and/or development programmes.
• Basic management skills in HR, finance and logistics.

What we offer

• Salary between €3600 and €3700 per month (before tax) plus a $300 monthly living allowance.
• Accommodation and meals provided in Acted guesthouse.
• Pension, health, life and repatriation insurance (including unemployment insurance for EU citizens).
• Flight tickets every six months, visa fees covered, and luggage transportation allowance.
• R&R every three months with flight tickets up to $500 and $200 allowance.
• Annual leave of 25 to 43 days, pre‑departure training, tax advice and psychological assistance.