Program Coordinator

About the role

AVSI Foundation – ETS is seeking a dynamic and passionate Program Coordinator to join its Democratic Republic of the Congo team. The role involves administering a portfolio of grants, reviewing funding requests, and contributing to the strategic growth and quality implementation of projects while maintaining a high level of confidentiality.

Key responsibilities

• Lead business development, project implementation and management activities.
• Supervise all project activities to ensure compliance with approved proposals, budgets, financial plans and schedules.
• Monitor achievement of project targets and key performance indicators.
• Promote synergy with other national and international projects and align with AVSI strategic priorities.
• Review, supervise and prepare reports and strategic documents in line with AVSI and donor requirements.
• Coordinate regularly with HQ focal points, regional staff and donors to share strategies, lessons learned and training needs.
• Identify new funding opportunities and prepare proposals.
• Facilitate efficient communication and collaboration across departments.
• Support and supervise staff in applying AVSI procedures.

Required profile

• Professional, courteous demeanor with strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle confidential personnel, programmatic and financial information.
• Experience working with donors, staff and external stakeholders.
• Fluent in English.
• Willingness to be based in Kinshasa, Goma or Kananga.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to work in a reputable international NGO operating in 41 countries.
• Engagement in impactful humanitarian and development projects.
• Professional development within a collaborative environment.