Country Director, Democratic Republic of the Congo (CD, DRC)

We work alongside communities to build a more resilient, inclusive future for everyone to share. We are powered by the belief that a better world is possible.

At Mercy Corps, we seek solutions to the world’s toughest challenges. To take on the consequences of conflict and climate change, we bring together bold ideas and the lived experience of people who know their communities best—scaling what works to achieve lasting, transformational change.

We connect people across the globe to clean water, nutritious food, better economic opportunities, and more peaceful tomorrows—all critical to unlocking the power of human potential and strengthening communities to better cope during crises, adapt to evolving challenges, and thrive into the future.

The Mercy Corps Country Director, Democratic Republic of the Congo (CD, DRC) is an innovative and visionary leader responsible for resourcefully developing and managing all programming and operations in DRC to deliver impact, harness innovative solutions and influence lasting and systemic change. Building on a strong foundation of programming that reached more than 1.5 million Congolese in 2023 alone, the CD will continue to oversee the delivery of high-impact, multi-sector programming that is accountable to both program participants and donors, while prioritizing strategies for thoughtful implementation and positioning, external influence and partnership building.

As our new CD, you will be a proven leader with field experience in international relief and development programs, including demonstrable success in managing large, complex, transitional development programs. You will have demonstrated success working effectively and respectfully with a range of stakeholders in complex environments. You will also bring high emotional intelligence, constructive mentoring skills and proven experience with team building, and will be committed to long-term program sustainability and the delivery of high-impact activities at the community level.

To apply, please submit a CV and covering letter, detailing how you fulfill the role description and personal specification to Perrett Laver’s Vacancies page quoting reference 7474. The deadline for applications is Sunday, August 18th at Midnight EDT.

Living Conditions / Environmental Conditions

The CD is based in Goma in the main MC DRC field office, however the accompanied position allows the CD to live in Gisenyi, Rwanda with family members.

Salary Range

The estimated salary range is $125,000 to $130,000 USD plus standard expat benefits if necessary.

Safeguarding Responsibilities

• Actively learns about safeguarding and integrates it into their work, including safeguarding risks and mitigations related to their area of work.
• Practices the values of Mercy Corps including respecting the dignity and well-being of participants and fellow team members.
• Encourages openness and communication in their team; encourages team members to submit reports if they have any concerns using reporting mechanisms e.g., Integrity Hotline and other options.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Mercy Corps is an equal opportunity employer that does not tolerate discrimination on any basis. We actively seek out diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skills so that we can be collectively stronger and have sustained global impact.