As part of a project related to the adoption by the DRC government of the Voluntary Principles on Security and Human Rights, SFCG is recruiting a Project Assistant to support the implementation of this project. 8 months in the city of Kinshasa with the possibility of service missions in Bukavu and Lubumbashi. The overall objective of this project is to strengthen the participation and leadership of civil society organizations in the process of adopting the VPs in the DRC. More specifically, the project aims to create opportunities for CSOs to contribute to and influence the policy process of the DRC government.
The Project Assistant will work closely with the Research and Advocacy Specialist and the Head of Office/Local Representative in Kinshasa to prepare and execute activities, with a focus on logistical and administrative aspects. This position will be based in Kinshasa.
Functional Relationships: The position works under the direct supervision of the Head of Office/Local Representative . She/he works closely with the Research and Advocacy Specialist, as well as support staff in Kinshasa.
Main tasks and responsibilities:
Under the supervision of the Head of Office and the Research and Advocacy Specialist, prepare administrative documents, such as statements of need, requests for funds, etc. for the maintenance of project activities;
Liaise closely with support services to facilitate logistical and financial support for project activities;
Support the Research and Advocacy Specialist in the drafting of activity reports and other supporting documents related to the implementation of activities;
Organize, under the direction of the Research and Advocacy Specialist and the Local Representative, project activities;
Contribute to documenting success stories in an accessible database
Skills and Qualifications:
Have a G3 or L2 university degree in rural development, social sciences, pedagogy or other similar fields
Minimum of 2 years of professional experience with NGOs
Good communication and teamwork skills
Experience in peacebuilding and/or extractive resource management in the DRC
Perfect written and oral knowledge of French. Knowledge of English is an asset.
