Org. Setting and Reporting

The position is located in the Crisis Response Division (CRD), Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA). OCHA is the part of the United Nations Secretariat responsible for bringing together humanitarian actors to ensure a coherent response to emergencies. OCHA also ensures there is a framework within which each actor can contribute to the overall response efforts. OCHA's mission is to mobilize and coordinate effective and principled humanitarian action in partnership with national and international actors in order to alleviate human suffering in disasters and emergencies; advocate the rights of people in need; promote preparedness and prevention and facilitate sustainable solutions. This job opening is being advertised for the position of Humanitarian Affairs Officer/Pooled Fund Manager in Goma the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). Under the overall supervision of the Head of Office (HoO), OCHA DRC, the incumbent reports to the Head of the Humanitarian Financing Unit (HFU).

Responsibilities

Within delegated authority, the Humanitarian Affairs Officer/Pooled Fund Manager will be responsible for the following duties: I. Fund Management and Coordination: • Under the supervision of the Head of the Humanitarian Financing Unit (HFU), support and advise the Humanitarian Coordinator (HC) on the strategic use of the DRC HF, ensuring alignment between fund allocations and humanitarian priorities. • Manage DRC HF and CERF allocation processes, ensuring necessary coordination with relevant counterparts in line with the Terms of Reference and/or allocation guidelines. • Ensure effective communication and support during the allocation process to all stakeholders. • Liaise with and provide necessary support to recipient organizations throughout the project life cycle, promoting coherence between humanitarian needs and response. • Contribute to the implementation of CBPF policies, guidelines, and standard operating procedures in line with OCHA and HQ guidance. • Support the Head of HFU in the overall administration and day-to-day management of the Fund, and liaise with relevant OCHA Headquarters sections as required. II. Monitoring, Reporting and Evaluation: • Monitor the performance of funded projects through regular follow-up with partners and field offices, ensuring consistency between identified needs, approved activities, and implementation progress. • Liaise with NGOs, UN partners, clusters, and OCHA field offices to track project progress and overall Fund performance. • Lead the monitoring plan for DRC HF and CERF-funded projects, including review of narrative reports, identification of implementation issues, and follow-up with partners on corrective actions. • Advise the Head of HFU, the HC, and partners on operational and programmatic risks affecting implementation, and recommend mitigation measures. • Ensure compliance with CBPF and CERF monitoring, reporting, and accountability requirements. • Contribute to evaluations, reviews, and learning exercises related to Fund performance, in coordination with relevant HQ sections. • Support the preparation of the CBPF Annual Report and other periodic analytical and performance reports • Conduct periodic field visits to strengthen knowledge and promote the appropriate use of the Fund. III. Analysis, communications and public information: • Research, analyze and present humanitarian financing information, particularly funding trends and requirements, gathered from diverse sources. • Assist in policy development, including the review and analysis of humanitarian issues and funding trends at the country level, ensuring proper coordination with relevant OCHA HQ sections. • In collaboration with other OCHA units and field offices, and with support from relevant OCHA HQ sections, document and disseminate results, best practices and lessons learned form the Fund across internal and external audiences through information and communication products/pieces (i.e., bulletins, feature stories, photographs/videos, websites, etc.). • Liaise with OCHA field offices and recipient organizations to ensure full dissemination of information on Fund activities. • Perform other related duties as assigned by the Head of HFU or Head of Office.

Competencies

• PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge and understanding of humanitarian, emergency relief assistance and related humanitarian issues. Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Ability to develop sources for data collection. Conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis, including familiarity with and experience in the use of various research sources, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet and other databases. Ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, work under pressure, on occasion in a highly stressful environment (e.g., civil strife, natural disasters, and human misery). Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines, and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. • TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. • PLANNING and ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.

Education

An advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in political science, social science, international studies, public administration, projects ‘management, economics, engineering, earth sciences or a related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with an additional two (2) years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Job - Specific Qualification

Not available.

Work Experience

A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in humanitarian affairs, emergency preparedness, crisis/emergency relief management, rehabilitation, development, project management, budget management, or related area is required. Humanitarian experience in the field (actual setting where a mission and/or project is being implemented) in emergency situations (complex emergency or natural disaster) is required. Experience in areas of project management and supervision, monitoring and evaluation, or administration is required. Experience in grants management and in the design of logical frameworks, including remote monitoring of humanitarian assistance is desirable. Experience in the design of policies and guidelines pertaining to humanitarian assistance is desirable.

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Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.

Special Notice

This "Recruit from Roster" job opening is only open to roster applicants who are already placed on pre-approved rosters, following a review by a United Nations Central Review Body. Only roster applicants who were placed on rosters with similar functions at the same level are considered to be eligible candidates. Eligible applicants receive an email inviting them to apply. Rostered applicants are encouraged to apply only if they are interested and available to take up the position at the duty station/s specified in the Job Opening. Applying to this job opening carries an expectation to accept the offer, if selected. This position is funded for a finite period of one year. Extension of the appointment is subject to extension of the mandate and the availability of the funds. Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-general and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers by established rules and procedures. At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving a 50/50 gender balance in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position. An impeccable record of integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. Please note that pursuant to the Staff selection system policy (ST/AI/2025/2): (1) Applicants for positions in the Field Service category cannot be of the nationality of the country where the position is located, and (2) Applicants for positions in the Professional and higher categories in a mission, field operation, or resident coordinator’s office cannot be of the nationality of the country where the position is located. For currently serving staff of a United Nations Common System organization, only the UN-recognized nationality will be considered for the purposes of these restrictions.

United Nations Considerations

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No Fee

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