Country Director – Democratic Republic of Congo

About the role

The Danish Refugee Council is seeking an experienced humanitarian leader to serve as Country Director for its operations in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The role involves providing strategic direction, ensuring programme quality and operational effectiveness, and maintaining strong accountability to affected populations in a complex emergency environment.

Key responsibilities

• Provide visionary and inclusive leadership across all DRC programmes in the DRC.
• Lead the design, implementation and adaptation of emergency response, protection, WASH, shelter and economic recovery programmes.
• Mobilise teams and resources quickly during crises, including disease outbreaks such as Ebola.
• Engage with humanitarian coordination mechanisms, donors, government authorities and other stakeholders to ensure relevance and impact.
• Maintain programme quality, operational efficiency and robust accountability systems.
• Navigate security, access and logistical challenges while ensuring staff safety.

Required profile

• Proven track record managing large, complex humanitarian operations in insecure contexts.
• Demonstrated ability to lead during emergencies and rapidly adapt programmes to emerging needs.
• Experience with disease‑outbreak response, including WASH, infection prevention and control, risk communication and cash assistance.
• Strong leadership, decision‑making and strategic planning skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder‑engagement abilities.

Required skills