Country Director, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)

Together with our local partners, Pact in DRC focuses on developing practical solutions to bring an end to conflict, promoting economic growth and sustainably managing the Congo’s vast natural resources. Focus is on three main resource sectors: minerals, forests, and livelihood. Pact successfully implements a mineral traceability program in the DRC and Rwanda, the ITRI Supply Chain Initiative (iTSCi).

The Country Director (CD) is responsible for the timely and effective implementation of all programs within DRC and Rwanda. Overall responsibilities include: technical leadership; team management and mentoring; policy advocacy; donor, government and partner liaison; new business development; and oversight of programmatic and financial management and reporting. As Country Director s/he is also responsible for setting strategic directions and developing the country portfolio as well as a new activities in Rwanda and neighboring countries S/he must also ensure that systems are in place and being properly implemented, ensuring that all Pact’s activities and programs are in alignment with Pact policies and guidelines. The CD oversees the proper stewardship of resources as well as the well being and safety of Pact staff. S/he is responsible for all senior representation work with the local government, the donor community as well as other stakeholders in the country. S/he reports to a Regional Vice President for East and West Africa.

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