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HEKS/EPER has over 1500 permanent employees. The organisation is active at 24 locations in Switzerland and in 35 countries worldwide with 290 programs and projects worth around CHF 144 million. In 2024, HEKS/EPER reached around 16 million people with its work.HEKS/EPER pursues the vision of a just world where the dignity of everyone is respected, peace reigns, and the natural environment is preserved. The aim is a systemic change at a social, economic and political level. HEKS/EPER is doing its part to improve the living conditions of people in Switzerland and around the world, to promote their rights, raise awareness and mobilise to this end.Lived diversity - inclusion is important to us:We welcome applications regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age or sexual orientation. In the DRC, where it has long been active through development programs, HEKS/EPER also opened a humanitarian aid programme in February 2019. Since then, it has concentrated its humanitarian interventions in the hard-to-reach areas of several territories in North Kivu (Rutshuru, Masisi, Walikale and Lubero) and South Kivu, where it has a permanent presence and directly executes, with its own teams, Rapid Response activities (notably through the distribution of unconditional cash), Humanitarian Watch (monitoring population movements), Water/Hygiene/Sanitation, Rehabilitation/Opening humanitarian access via Cash for Work, and Agricultural Recovery. The humanitarian aid projects are currently funded by ECHO, BHA, SDC, OCHA - CHF and own funds. We are looking for a motivated and experienced personality to optimally complement our team: Country Director HA, DR Congo, 100% Your main responsibilities: The Country Director has the strategic and operational leadership for the HEKS/EPER HA programme in DRC in line with HEKS/EPER strategy and standards, aiming at substantial and relevant impact. He/she is responsible for the programme development and its effective and efficient implementation with the respective operational and strategic partners. He/she has the overall responsibility for the finances on country HA programme level. Further, his/her tasks contain building the capacities of the team, leading the local team and managing security. Equally, he/she is responsible for acquiring necessary funds for the country HA programme through grant acquisition and ensuring visibility of HEKS/EPER. Maintaining a strong cooperation with HEKS/EPER HQ is essential. Implementation StructureDevelop and ensure the necessary team structure and capacities needed for an effective development and implementation of the programme.Organise the administrative management and supervision of the CO and ensure compliance with local legal administrative requirements.Establish systems to monitor contextual changes, anticipate needs, and help shape donor perspectives on humanitarian and development priorities in order to respond to contextual changes.Programme and Project ManagementLead the development of a relevant, substantial, and strategic programme of emergency response in line with HEKS/EPER strategy and ensure coherence with HEKS/EPER's approaches, concepts and financial specifications.Manage a well-balanced project portfolio in-line with the programme, including the selection of strategic and operational partners.Analyse and be familiar with the local and national context in the country and region and adapt the programme accordingly.Ensure the effective and efficient implementation of the programme compliant with all standards and procedures of HEKS/EPER through participative monitoring, evaluation, learning and steering. Include HEKS/EPER's own or external specialists where needed.Ensure concise and analytical annual programme and financial reports as well as the annual planning for review by the Head of Programme.Review projects implemented by partner organisations or self-implemented projects, ensuring high quality standards.Approve projects up to defined financial competences, or prepare them accordingly for the HEKS/EPER internal approval.Advise and assist partner organisations with attaining the set project goals and support them with their own organisational development.Ensure appropriate emergency preparedness and response in case of need in the country depending on magnitude, duration and complexity of crisis.Collaboration with the DevCo department has to be ensured.Ensure that costs of the CO are well balanced with the impact/results and volume of the country programme.FinancesAssume final responsibility for the CO finances and projects according to the FFAG.Ensure tight budget follow up and respective reporting.Build and maintain operational structures that ensure appropriate separation of duties between finance, administration and logistics and fully support field programmes.Responsible for the allocation and monitoring of the annual HQ approved programme budget and for maximizing impact and leverage for further acquisition of new funds.Supervise quarterly consolidation and request funds from HQ according to the approved annual budget.Ensure annual audits of CO and projects and an appropriate follow-up of audit findings and recommendations.Ensure an adequate financial risk management, ensuring compliance and anti-corruption policies.Ensure that the CO and partner organisations pay all legal, statutory, and tax-related obligations.Acquisition and FundraisingEnsure part of the programme funds through acquisition and develop and implement a national acquisition strategy based on the donor landscape.Proactivly engage with donors at local and national level and coordinate donor engagement with Head of Programmes and other Country Directors at international level.Establish and maintain close cooperation with other actors in country, incl. international and local NGOs, businesses, public authorities and research institutions, for joint resource mobilization in consortia.Ensure development of proposals for bilateral and multilateral donors as well as foundations, taking into account HEKS/EPER's quality standards and procedures.Ensure high quality grant management and reporting compliant with donor requirements.Coordinate and collaborate with the acquistion and fundraising focal points.Ensure the visibility and communication of HEKS/EPER within the country via different suitable channels from print communication to social media presence, ensuring qualiy and compliance with HEKS standards.Leadership, Human Resources, Security Management, and AdministrationLive and implement HEKS/EPER's mission statement, values, and policies.Apply a caring and supporting role, creating an atmosphere of open and constructive dialog and coach the staff in their professional development, leading to a high performance.Lead and supervise the team and ensure compliance to local laws and obligations, and the guidelines of HEKS/EPER.Foster an environment that motivates innovation and creativity.Responsible that the country office disposes of legally sound staff regulations, salary scales, etc. in line with the FFAG.Recruit new employees of CO, negotiate contracts and job descriptions as well as salaries according to FFAG.Responsible for the overall security and safety management of HEKS/EPER's staff, operations and assets in country; including responsibility for development, review of and adherence to the country security plan.Ensure the safety and security of staff by regularly reviewing and adapting security protocols and procedures, including the national security plan. Proactively ensure that team members operate in a secure environment and are familiar with policies.Liaise with the security officer and the geographical manager at headquarters on critical events, high-risk periods, incident reports or changes in security policy.Representation, Networking, and LearningRepresent HEKS/EPER towards the government, the public and other international, regional and local organisations, consortium and networks including the Act Alliances structures.Represent HEKS/EPER as employer towards the HEKS/EPER staff in the country.Encourage networking and exchanges of experience, create connections within the CO, among partners, grassroots organisations, other group and with governmental bodies.Participate and engage proactively in coordination forums at the national level, including the INGO Forum and the National Humanitarian Team (among others), influencing advocacy efforts and raising priority issues on the ground to the highest level.Ensure learning and knowledge sharing in country and contribute to HEKS/EPER's global cooperation strategy, policy development and learning, participate in GC Forums and Regional Meetings.Provide relevant information and communication materials to HEKS/EPER Communications on request and on own initiative.To be successful you bring: Qualifications and Experience:Relevant university degree at Master's level or other relevant experienceProven track record of leading teamsMinimum 5 years' work experience at senior management level in designing, managing and implementing internationally financed cooperation projectsTrack record in successful acquisition and implementation of internationally funded projects (in consortia, through partner organisations and self-implemented)Profound knowledge of international humanitarian aid and regional context in DRCStrong commitment to a Human right based approach and HEKS/EPER's values and strategy.Proven will and skill to coordinate and to work in cooperation and consortiums with other agencies and state authorities.Strong expertise in operational mission developmentKnowledge of major humanitarian donors, specifically USAID-BHA, ECHO, SDC and the United NationsSkills and CapabilitiesTeam leadership and management skillsExcellent communication, representation and networking skills and interestExperience and strong capabilities in strategy development and programme implementationGood knowledge of the international cooperation sector in the country an assetExcellent analytical, conceptual and writing skillsSound financial management skillsWorking attitude characterized by initiative, integrity, effectiveness, cooperation, participation, and respectSound ICT skillsExperience in working in fragile contextsAvailable for extended local, national and international travelExperience with security managementReadiness to take the overall responsibility for the country program and to take decisions in timeMandatory French and English skillsWhat you can expect from us:An interesting and challenging position in a dynamic international environmentDuration: one year with possible extensionA competitive salary packageInsurance packageAccommodation provided by HEKSLocation: North Kivu, DRCStart date: 1st Dezember 2025 or by agreementWould you like to join the HEKS/EPER team? We are looking forward to your complete application in English (CV, Cover letter and certificates) exclusively via our online portal.Interviews will be held on a rolling basis. HEKS/EPER reserves the right to select a candidate prior to the deadline.For further information about HEKS/EPER, please consult our website https://en.heks.ch/.To be successful you bring:Qualifications and Experience:Relevant university degree at Master's level or other relevant experienceProven track record of leading teamsMinimum 5 years' work experience at senior management level in designing, managing and implementing internationally financed cooperation projectsTrack record in successful acquisition and implementation of internationally funded projects (in consortia, through partner organisations and self-implemented)Profound knowledge of international humanitarian aid and regional context in DRCStrong commitment to a Human right based approach and HEKS/EPER's values and strategy.Proven will and skill to coordinate and to work in cooperation and consortiums with other agencies and state authorities.Strong expertise in operational mission developmentKnowledge of major humanitarian donors, specifically USAID-BHA, ECHO, SDC and the United NationsSkills and CapabilitiesTeam leadership and management skillsExcellent communication, representation and networking skills and interestExperience and strong capabilities in strategy development and programme implementationGood knowledge of the international cooperation sector in the country an assetExcellent analytical, conceptual and writing skillsSound financial management skillsWorking attitude characterized by initiative, integrity, effectiveness, cooperation, participation, and respectSound ICT skillsExperience in working in fragile contextsAvailable for extended local, national and international travelExperience with security managementReadiness to take the overall responsibility for the country program and to take decisions in timeMandatory French and English skills

L'EPER emploie plus de 1500 personnes à titre permanent. L'EPER est active sur 24 sites en Suisse et dans plus de 35 pays à travers le monde. Elle y mène 290 programmes et projets, pour un montant total de CHF 144 millions. En 2024, le travail de l'EPER a bénéficié à environ 16 millions de personnes.Le travail de l'organisation est porté par la vision d'un monde juste, dans lequel la paix règne, la dignité de tous les êtres humains est respectée et les moyens de subsistance naturels sont préservés. L'objectif est d'amener une transition aux niveaux social, économique et politique. L'EPER contribue à améliorer les conditions de vie des personnes en Suisse et à l'étranger et revendique leurs droits. À cette fin, elle sensibilise et mobilise.Une diversité vécue – L'inclusion nous tient à cœur :Nous accueillons les candidatures sans distinction de sexe, de nationalité, d'origine ethnique, de religion, d'âge ou d'orientation sexuelle.Sous la supervision du chef de la délégation humanitaire, le/la Coordinateur.trice Financier assure la gestion comptable et financière de la délégation, dans le respect des bailleurs, des procédures d'HEKS/EPER et de la législation locale. Il/elle assure la formation, le soutien et l'assistance aux gestionnaires/officiers des finances et des RH des bases de terrain. Il/elle produit un cadre et une analyse financière de haute qualité et en temps utile pour les autres départements, participe aux propositions et aux rapports pour les parties financières. Il/elle est capable de prendre des décisions et des actions indépendantes dans son domaine d'activité.Nous cherchons dès que possible un/uneCoordinateur/-trice financier/ère, Afrique, 100%Vos principales responsabilités :     Gestion des ressources financières du programme :Assurer la diffusion, le respect et le suivi des procédures financières d'HEKS/EPERParticiper aux propositions budgétairesPréparer et participer au suivi financier global des programmes (reporting)Assurer une circulation efficace de l'information auprès des équipes de terrain, de la capitale et du siège et conseiller les autres départements dans leur suivi financier et budgétaire.Assurer le respect de la procédure d'engagement des dépenses et mettre en place un système de contrôle interne pour lutter contre la fraude et la corruption.Superviser l'affectation comptable des opérations, s'assurer de la bonne affectation des dépenses et effectuer la clôture comptable mensuelle en ayant effectué tous les contrôles nécessaires. Il/elle transmet ensuite les comptes mensuels au siège en version électronique dans les 8 jours suivant la fin du mois. Assurer une gestion de trésorerie de haute qualité entre la coordination et les bases, conformément aux considérations de sécurité et aux besoins du programme.Assurer la coordination financière au niveau de la mission par des visites régulières dans les bases, des contrôles, des suivis, des formations, etc... S'assurer que chaque titulaire de budget a reçu une formation adéquate pour gérer son budget et codifier correctement ses dépenses.Garantir un appui et une communication constante avec les équipes financières et les responsables programme.Assurer la disponibilité et la sécurité des liquidités en fonction des contraintes de sécurité et des besoins du programme.Fournir une analyse régulière des systèmes bancaires disponibles, vérifier leur solvabilité et leur fiabilité, mettre à jour les signataires autorisés.Assurer le respect des règles financières dans la gestion des principaux partenariats du programme.Responsable des audits financiers sur la mission et supervise la transmission au siège des documents et informations nécessaires dans le cadre des audits du siège, des audits externes et des mesures de contrôle interne et de prévention de la fraudeVeiller au respect des règles financières des partenaires financiers (bailleurs institutionnels) :Produire des suivis budgétaires mensuels rigoureux et des prévisions sur l'exécution et le suivi des nombreux budgets de programmes et faire un reporting mensuel.Produire des analyses de coûts et émettre des alertes budgétaires si nécessaire.Elaborer et mettre à jour les outils de gestion financière permettant de veiller à l'équilibre financier de la mission sur une base mensuelle et le communiquer aux autres services.Produire des informations financières correctes et opportunes pour compléter les propositions et les rapports financiers.Produire des rapports financiers et des budgets au format interne HEKS/EPER et au format bailleur.Garantir le respect du cadre administratif et juridique de HEKS/EPER et du contexte :Garantir l'archivage correct des documents de l'organisation.Garantir le respect des FFAGVeiller au respect des obligations légales en matière de fiscalité (TVA, impôt sur le revenu, frais d'expatriation ou de douane).En collaboration avec le Coordinateur Admin/RH, assurer le suivi des contrats de partenariat et veiller à ce qu'ils soient conformes aux règles internes et aux obligations des donateurs.Assurer la mise à jour de la fiche pays si nécessaire.Vos atouts et compétences :Formation et expérience :Diplôme professionnel ou universitaire en comptabilité, administration des affaires, économie ou audit.Au moins 3 ans d'expérience dans un poste similaire.Expérience requise dans un contexte humanitaire (de préférence en Urgence) avec capacité à travailler sous pression et dans un milieu sécuritaire tendu Connaissances spécialisées supplémentaires exigées :Connaissances informatiques avancées (matériel et logiciels, Microsoft Office, travail sur Cloud)Connaissance de SAGA / BCFrançais / anglais Compétences personnelles / exigences psycho-sociales :Organisé, proactif, autonome, rigoureux, analytique, diplomatie, volonté et motivation à travailler dans un contexte international et interculturelForte capacité de communication et sens des relations humaines très importantDans ses activités professionnelles, adhérer aux valeurs définies dans le plan stratégique : engagement, expertise, intégrité et autonomieNous vous offrons :Un poste intéressant et stimulant dans un environnement international dynamiqueUn package salarial compétitifLieu de travail : dans nos projets en RDC des régulières visites de terrainPaquet d'assurancesLogement fourni par l'EPERUn contrat de 6 mois, renouvelableDate d'entrée en fonction : dès que possible, ou après accordSouhaitez-vous rejoindre l'équipe EPER ? Nous nous réjouissons de recevoir votre candidature complète (CV, lettre de motivation et certificats), exclusivement via notre portail en ligne. La date limite de dépôt des dossiers est fixée au . (Les applications de courrier électronique ne seront pas acceptées.)Coordinateur/-trice financier/ère, Afrique, 100%Pour plus d'informations sur HEKS, visitez le site www.heks.ch.