Director of Program Operations
Quick answer
Save the Children International is hiring an on-site Director of Program Operations in Bunia/Kinshasa to lead DRC country operations, emergency response, and program implementation for a two-year contract.
- Role
- Director of Program Operations
- Organization
- Save the Children International
- Location
- Bunia/Kinshasa, DRC
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
Save the Children International is seeking a Director of Programme Operations to provide senior leadership and oversight for their DRC Country Office in Bunia or Kinshasa. The role involves managing program implementation, emergency preparedness, logistics, and supply chain operations while serving as a key member of the Senior Management Team. The successful candidate will lead cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality, impactful results for children in both development and humanitarian contexts. This is a two-year fixed-term, on-site leadership position requiring extensive experience in NGO program cycle management.
What you'll do
- Provide senior leadership and oversight for all DRC country programming and field operations.
- Manage the end-to-end program implementation, logistics, procurement, and supply chain departments.
- Coordinate emergency preparedness and response efforts to ensure rapid scale-up during humanitarian crises.
- Oversee program and operations budgets while ensuring accountability and compliance with donor requirements.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a diverse team of managers and staff to promote high performance and child safeguarding.
What it takes
- Minimum of 10 years of management experience in a corporate or NGO environment.
- Significant field operations experience running both emergency and development programs.
- Master’s degree in development or other social sciences.
- Fluency in written and spoken French and English.
- Robust knowledge of international humanitarian systems, institutional donors, and financial frameworks.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
A meaningful and rewarding career, inclusive work environment, and global opportunities to contribute to the Ambition for Children 2030 strategy.
Frequently asked questions
Where is this job located and what is the work setup?
This is an on-site position based in either Bunia or Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation is not explicitly specified in the job posting.
What are the primary qualifications required?
Applicants must have at least 10 years of management experience in NGOs, a Master's degree, and fluency in both French and English.
How should I apply and is there a deadline?
You should submit your CV and cover letter via the Save the Children careers portal. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so early application is encouraged as the posting may close once sufficient candidates are identified.
How to apply
Apply directly on Save the Children International's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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