Programme Specialist – Cholera (P-3, 7‑month TA)

About the role

The Programme Specialist (Cholera) will lead UNICEF’s emergency cholera response in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Reporting to the Chief Emergency in Kinshasa, the specialist will coordinate rapid‑response interventions, support policy development and ensure effective implementation of the national cholera programme.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate preparation and response to cholera outbreaks across the DRC.
• Develop, plan, implement, monitor and evaluate emergency cholera interventions, including Case Area Targeted Interventions (CATI).
• Provide technical guidance to the internal UNICEF cholera task force and cluster technical groups.
• Support the Government of DRC in policy and programme planning for cholera control.
• Ensure interventions are delivered in a coordinated, cost‑efficient and appropriate manner.

Required profile

• Master’s degree or equivalent in public health, WASH, humanitarian assistance or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive professional experience at the international level in emergency programme or project development.
• Experience in public‑health emergency management and cholera response is preferred.

Required skills

What we offer

• Temporary 7‑month appointment with a competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work in a high‑impact humanitarian environment supporting vulnerable children and communities.