If you are interested in the position and your profile generally matches, please click on the button below to download the application form to fill out and send it to us with your CV to:

info@avenir-congo.org.

We will reply to you as soon as possible.

(Recruitment process described below)

Mission

In collaboration with the association's committee, the volunteer institutional relations manager is responsible for developing and implementing the association's institutional relations strategy, both in Switzerland and in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Their mission will be to represent the association to authorities, international organizations, and donors, in order to defend the interests of the association's target group, specifically, children and unemployed people in vulnerable situations, including refugees in the eastern DRC.

Main tasks

• Institutional representation:

  • Represent the association to Swiss authorities (FSO, FDFA) and Congolese authorities (government, civil society organizations).

  • Participate in conferences, seminars, and meetings on issues related to refugees and development.

• Advocacy:

  • Develop and implement an advocacy strategy for children and vulnerable populations in eastern DRC.

  • Develop partnerships with international organizations (UNHCR, OCHA, etc.) and NGO networks.

  • Draft position papers, press releases, and activity reports.

• Resource mobilization:

  • Identify new funding sources for the association's projects.

  • Draft grant applications and financial reports.

• Communication:

  • Manage the association's communication with the media, donors, and institutions.

Desired profile

• Education: Degree in international relations, political science, law, or a related field.

• Experience: Professional experience in international cooperation or public relations.

Skills

• Strong understanding of humanitarian issues and matters related to the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.

• Proficiency in communication and negotiation techniques.

• Excellent writing and summarization skills.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills in French and English (and ideally in Swahili).

• Proficiency in computer tools (Office suite, project management software).

• Personal qualities: rigor, sense of organization and planning, strong networking skills, team spirit.

Interests

• Passion for human rights and international solidarity.

Terms

• Contract: Volunteer (possibility of a volunteer certificate).

• Duration: 1 year, renewable.

• Estimated time commitment: Approximately 2 hours per week.

• Workplace: Primarily remote, with the possibility of regular in-person meetings and potential travel to Congo.

Avantages

• Acquiring valuable experience in international cooperation and the social and solidarity economy sector.

• Development of skills in project management, coordination, and intercultural communication.

• Participation in high-impact projects for a vulnerable population in the DRC.

• Integration into a dynamic and committed team.

Recruitment process

1. Initial contact and exchange: Following the submission of your application, we will contact you by phone within approximately two weeks for an initial exchange. This call will allow us to get to know each other, discuss your background and motivations, and present our statutes, projects, and values to you in more detail.

2. Integration into the team: If your profile catches our attention, we will offer you to officially join our team. You will then be invited to sign our charter and regulations, thus marking your adherence to our values and objectives.

3. Personalized support: To facilitate your integration into our association, we will offer you personalized support upon your arrival. This onboarding period will allow you to discover our tools and working methods for a successful integration into Avenir Congo's projects and to meet the various team members.

Rosanne Kati-Kati

FOUNDER OF AVENIR CONGO

rosanne.kati@avenir-congo.org

YOUR PRIMARY CONTACT