Deputy Country Director for Programs - Mozambique

About the role

Solidarites International (SI) responds to urgent needs in humanitarian crises worldwide. This role is based in Pemba, Cabo Delgado, Mozambique - a province affected by displacement and armed conflict since 2017. The Deputy Country Director for Programs (DCD-P) oversees all programmatic operations (WASH, food security and livelihoods, shelter/NFI, emergency response), manages a team of Programme Managers and a MEAL Manager, and ensures donor compliance and reporting quality across all bases. Salary: EUR 2,860 gross/month (EUR 2,600 base + 10% annual leave), plus USD 750/month per diem. Deadline: 13 July 2026. The position was posted on 7 May 2026.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Programme Managers and the MEAL Manager across all Mozambique operational bases.
• Guarantee quality project implementation and compliance with donor requirements (ECHO, FCDO, BHA, UNHCR, UNICEF).
• Lead the programme proposal cycle: design, budget development, writing, and review.
• Strengthen monitoring and evaluation systems; drive data-driven programme adaptation.
• Represent SI with donors, UN agencies, and local authorities in Cabo Delgado.
• Coordinate with SI’s technical departments at headquarters (Paris) for validation of programme approaches.
• Work alongside the Country Director on strategic planning and context analysis.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in humanitarian action, development studies, or a related field.
• 3-4 years of experience in the humanitarian sector, including at least 3 years in a senior supervisory position.
• Strong project cycle management skills; experience with multi-sector WASH, FSL, or shelter programmes.
• Proven proposal writing and donor reporting capacity.
• English is mandatory; Portuguese is strongly preferred for Mozambique context.
• Ability to work in a volatile security environment (Level 2-3 context).

Nice to have

• Prior experience in Mozambique, Cabo Delgado, or an active conflict zone in southern or eastern Africa.
• Familiarity with SPHERE, CHS, or other humanitarian quality standards.
• Experience managing local implementation partners and community-based organisations.

How to apply

Apply via the ReliefWeb link above by 13 July 2026. CV-only applications are not accepted; a detailed motivation letter is required. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Contact SI’s recruitment team through the ReliefWeb listing for queries.