SUDAN - Chief of Party Consortium (H/F) - Ndjamena

ABOUT USDesired start date: 01/05/2026 Duration of the mission: 9 months Location: NdjamenaSOLIDARITES INTERNATIONAL (SI) is an international humanitarian aid association which, since more than 40 years, has been providing assistance to populations affected by armed conflicts and natural disasters by meeting their basic needs for food, water and shelter. Particularly committed to the fight against diseases linked to unsafe water, the leading cause of death in the world, SI's interventions provide expertise in the field of access to drinking water, sanitation and hygiene promotion, but also in the essential area of food security and livelihoods. Present in 26 countries, the SI teams – 3200 people in total, made up of expatriates, national staff, permanent staff at HQ, and a few volunteers - intervene with professionalism and commitment while respecting cultural norms.ABOUT THE MISSIONFollowing the outbreak of the conflict in April 2023 and forced evacuation of Khartoum and West Darfur (El Geneina), SI was the first international NGO to re-enter Darfur and resume its emergency response.In February 2024, SI opened a base in North Darfur to provide emergency assistance to populations, as very few humanitarian organizations were operational in the state. Similarly, SI opened an office in Zalingei, Central Darfur in November 2024. Today, thanks to the support of SHF, CDCS, ECHO and BHA, activities are being implemented in West Darfur, Central Darfur, North Darfur, Gedaref and Khartoum States across WASH, Shelter and NFI support, Food Security and Livelihood sectors.In West Darfur, the main share of the portfolio remains WASH with the provision of water through water trucking, rehabilitation of water points/water yards, borehole drilling, hygiene promotion, sanitation (emergency latrine construction, semi-permanent latrine, showers, desludging), solid waste management, WASH NFI distribution, and WASH in Health etc. Besides, SI implements food assistance mostly through cash and voucher modalities. West Darfur team also implements agricultural support activities (seeds distribution, provision of tools, training) as well as market strengthening support.In Central Darfur. The activities mostly focus on WASH and CVA. SI also has an Emergency Response Team based in Zalingei, Central Darfur, roving across Central and West Darfur, implementing rapid responses in WASH, Shelter/NFI and Food (CVA).In the Eastern part of the country, SI is present with Wash and FSL activities in Gedaref Khartoum and Jazeera, under ECHO, CDCS, SHF and US funds.Most of the programs are being implemented in Consortium, including 2 led by SI, and require strong coordination efforts to provide area-based interventions. SI also has a strong localization approach, with diverse local partners in all states.The Chief of Party manages the Consortium Unit. The position will take over from the Consortium Coordinator in May and directly report to Country Director while closely work with DCD Programs.ABOUT THE JOBGeneral objective:The CoP will lead the consortium which includes INGOs and NGOs, including SI. The consortium is one of the most critical in addressing the present Sudan Crisis. The CoP will have to lead and manage the consortium to strengthen it to me more effecient and impactful but at the same time keep re-inventing itself to keep up with the shift in context and donor needs. The position will do everything possible to seek more donors funding consortium and making the consortium the most viable option for donors to do response.Specifically, he/she is in charge of:- Lead and manage the consoritum with guidance from the Country Director and the Consortium Steering committee.-Work closely with all the consortium partner to improve the efficiency of the project delivery.- Ensure that accors the partners the risk, compliance and accountability is effeciently managed.- Develop/ put in place effective and harmonised tools for the partners for progress monitoring, reporting and feedback.- Proactively engage with present and potential donors for funding.- Work one effective communication of the project impact to outside audience.The main challenges:High volume of contracts, donor requests, and expected proposals // Compliance challenges // Partnership and consortium member managementPriorities for the 2/3 first months:FaSER 2 Project Kick-off and Set-up // Establishing consortium member management systems // Potentially BHA/DOS Close-outSecurity constraints:In Ndjamena, the situation is relatively calm, although caution is required. In Sudan, the situation is extremely volatile, and a strict adherence to security rules is mandatory.YOUR PROFILEDIPLOMAS AND EXPERIENCEBachelor or masters in a related degree (humanitarian response, international cooperation, development studies…). A first experience working with an INGO in a grant position is required. Experience with SI is highly desirable. Any experience in capacity building or partnership management will be highly appreciated, as well as experience with the context of Sudan.Experience in the humanitarian sector : 0 - 2 yearsExperience on a similar position : 0 - 2 yearsSKILLSTECHNICAL SKILLSUnderstanding of compliance and donor proceduresGood knowledge and practice of the project cycle managementExperience in consortium management processes and systemsExcellent writing and oral skillsTRANSVERSAL SKILLSAutonomy/being pro-activeAbility to work under pressureCommunication (both internal and external)LANGUAGESEnglish mandatoryArabic is an assetFrench is an assetSI WILL OFFER YOUA salaried position: According to experience, starting from EUR 3080 gross per month (2800 base salary + 10% annual leave allowance paid monthly) and a monthly Per Diem of USD 750.SI also covers accommodation costs and travel expenses between the expatriate's country of origin and the place of assignment.Breaks: During the assignment, a system of alternation between work and time off is implemented at the rate of 7 working days every three months (with a USD 850 break allowance, allocated by Sl). To these breaks periods, SI grants one (1) additional rest day per month worked.Insurance package: Expatriates benefit from an insurance package which refunds all healthcare expenses (including medical and surgical expenses, dental care and ophthalmological expenses, repatriation) and a welfare system including war risks. Essential vaccination and antimalarial treatment costs are refunded.LIVING CONDITIONS:The coordination team is based in N'Djamena. The post-holder will be living in a shared appartment, with electricity and internet 23h/24h. The city of N'Djamena offers a wide range of leisure facilities (gyms, bars, restaurants, cultural institute, riverside walks, etc.) and a large expatriate community. The Chief of Party will be expected to visit the bases in Darfur. There, the GH are of a correct standard, possible shared rooms , fluctuant internet connexion, solar panels and running water point. Social life is limited to contact with other NGO staff, with a curfew.HOW TO APPLYDo you recognize yourself in this description? If yes, please send us your CV and cover letter: https://www.solidarites.org/fr/depuis-1980/travailler-avec-nous/offres-emploi/deposer-votre-candidature/?jobId=PA3FK026203F3VBQB6G8N8NVU-113879&langCode=fr_FRPlease note that CV-only applications will not be considered, and that the vacancy may close before the deadline.Thank you for your understanding.To learn more about Sl: www.solidarites.org