Ebola Response Director
Quick answer
The International Rescue Committee is hiring an Ebola Response Director to lead the emergency response to the Bundibugyo virus disease outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, based in Bunia, with a focus on primary health care and infection prevention and control.
- Role
- Ebola Response Director
- Organization
- IRC - International Rescue Committee
- Location
- Bunia, Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Level
- Executive
- Category
- Other
The role
The Ebola Response Director will lead the International Rescue Committee's emergency response to the Bundibugyo virus disease outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, overseeing all operational, financial, and programmatic aspects of the response.
What you'll do
- Serve as IRC's key representative for the Ebola response
- Oversee all operational, financial, and programmatic aspects of the response
- Ensure the continuity of primary health care and strengthen infection prevention and control
- Develop and maintain relationships with donors, UN agencies, and local partners
- Participate in DRC Country Program SMT meetings
- Supervise the Ebola Response department leads
What it takes
- University degree in related field or equivalent experience
- 8 years’ experience in emergency health response projects
- Ability to influence peer agencies and local leaders
- Experience in managing large budget projects
- Proven management and leadership skills
- Comfort in supervising in matrixed environments
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Bunia, Democratic Republic of the Congo.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is not specified in the job posting.
How do I apply?
To apply, please visit the IRC - International Rescue Committee's job posting page and follow the instructions provided.
Is the job remote?
The job is based in Bunia, Democratic Republic of the Congo, and is not remote.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a university degree in a related field or equivalent experience, 8 years’ experience in emergency health response projects, and proven management and leadership skills.
How to apply
Apply directly on IRC - International Rescue Committee's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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