Country Director, DR Congo
Quick answer
NRC - Norwegian Refugee Council is hiring a senior Country Director for DR Congo to lead operations, adapt programs, and promote accountability in a complex humanitarian context, with a 24-month contract and Grade 12 salary.
- Role
- Country Director, DR Congo
- Organization
- NRC - Norwegian Refugee Council
- Location
- Goma, DR Congo
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- Grade 12 on NRC’s salary scale
- Category
- Leadership & Executive
The role
The Country Director for DR Congo will lead NRC's operations in a complex humanitarian context, focusing on strategic direction, program delivery, and external representation. This role involves adapting programs to the evolving political and humanitarian landscape, promoting accountability, and ensuring high-quality humanitarian responses. The Country Director will also engage in advocacy efforts and resource mobilization while fostering a high-performing team environment.
What you'll do
- Provide strategic direction and management across NRC's country operations
- Drive effective programme delivery and strong external representation
- Ensure the highest quality of humanitarian and protection programming
- Lead resource mobilization and advocacy efforts
- Build high-performing teams
- Promote accountability and adherence to humanitarian principles
What it takes
- Minimum 5 years’ experience from working as a Senior Manager/Country Director in humanitarian/recovery context
- Experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
- Documented/proven results related to the position’s responsibilities
- Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile
- Fluency and English, both written and verbal
- Valid driver’s license
What you'll bring
How we treat you
NRC is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to diversity without distinction to age, gender, religion, ethnicity, nationality, and physical ability. We think outside the box, encourage ideas, and give responsibility to all employees at all levels. You will have many opportunities to be heard and take the initiative.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Goma, DR Congo, with both national and international responsibilities.
What is the compensation package?
The compensation package is Grade 12 on NRC’s salary scale.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include minimum 5 years’ experience as a Senior Manager/Country Director in humanitarian context, experience in complex and volatile contexts, documented results related to the position’s responsibilities, knowledge of leadership skills/profile, fluency in English, both written and verbal, and a valid driver’s license.
How do I apply?
Applications should be submitted through the NRC application profile.
When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is September 18, 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on NRC - Norwegian Refugee Council's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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