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 head of the education division is responsible for monitoring educational projects and developing the association's pedagogical support strategy in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), with a particular focus on Sainte-Léontine School, which mainly welcomes refugee students. Their mission will be to initiate and coordinate actions aimed at improving the quality of education provided and strengthening the capacities of local educational stakeholders.

Main tasks

• Educational strategy development:

  • Develop the overall educational strategy for the association in the DRC, in collaboration with local partners.

  • Identify the specific needs of the school and define the educational objectives to be achieved.

  • Ensure coordination between the various stakeholders involved in the projects (local partners, donors, volunteers).

• Capacity building:

  • To organize training and skills development programs for teachers.

  • To assist in the development of contextually relevant teaching materials.

• Management of construction and equipment projects:

  • Overseeing school construction and renovation projects: ensuring deadlines and budgets are met, in collaboration with local partners.

  • Overseeing the acquisition and distribution of school equipment (benches, desks, blackboards, etc.).

• Communication and advocacy:

  • Represent the association at education-related events.

  • Raise awareness among the general public and donors about education challenges in the DRC.

• Fundraising:

  • Identify new funding sources for educational projects.

  • Draft grant applications and financial reports.

Desired profile

• Education: Degree in education, international development, or a related field.

• Experience: Professional experience in the field of education (ideally in an international context).

Skills

• Understanding of education challenges in crisis and development contexts.

• Pedagogical and training facilitation skills.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills in French and English.

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

Personal qualities

• Rigor, autonomy, organizational skills, adaptability, team spirit.

Interests

• Passion for education and international solidarity.

• Interest in the technical aspects of school construction and development.

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.

Benefits

• 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