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Sudan - Emergency Coordinator (M/F) - Ndjamena

Sudan - Emergency Coordinator (M/F) - Ndjamena (SRH06640) Sudan

Salary: perdiem

Desired start date: 15/05/2026
Duration of the mission: 6 mois
Location: Ndjamena

SOLIDARITES 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 mission

Following 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.

Mission size around 43 international staff and 180 National staff across different bases



General objective:

The Emergency coordinator, as technical advisor of the mission, contributes to the development of Solidarités
International strategy by designing and proposing an operational Emergency strategy for Ukraine. He/she specifically
guarantees the quality and suitability of proposed operational approaches and ensures the appropriateness of the
Emergency approach in the frame of general SI objectives and needs of the local populations.
The Emergency Coordinator is accountable for the follow up of project cycle from the projects design, Proposal drafting
as well as the operational monitoring of emergency activities implemented in the frame of the Ukrainian crisis. The
Emergency coordinator is the functional line manager of the Basic needs, Cash and Emergency PMs, and support them
in the implementation of their activities.
He/she contributes to the process of capitalization and the improvement of Solidarités International methods and
techniques in the field.
The emergency sector is covering all distributions activities (in kind, cash or voucher aiming at providing household- or
individual- level assistance to Ukrainian populations living in frontline areas, or areas directly affected by hostilities, or
who have been displaced following a shock. The emergency sector also covers response to any unpredictable natural or
man-made events that could trigger a spike in humanitarian needs.

 

 

The main challenges:

The job requires opening new areas, going into new or less support areas independently and leading a team too. conflict, language and many other complexity would appear. In the field the amenities would be almost minimal. Strong mental resilience is essential.

 

 

 

Priorities for the 2/3 first months:

Support the East Darfur and Kordofan initiative, Review and suggest ERM strategy for Central Darfur/ South Darfur, Proposal and reporting support for specific projects.

 

 

 

Security 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.

 

 


DIPLOMAS AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor or masters in a related degree . A first experience working with an informatio management position is required. Experience with SI is highly desirable.

Experience in the humanitarian sector : +5 ans

Experience on a similar position : 0 - 2 ans

SKILLS

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Understanding of the humanitarian coordination structure
Understanding of technical indicators for response in corcern to Sphere and other standards
Strong knowledge of multisectoral assessment.
strong skills in working with multiple department under pressure.

TRANSVERSAL SKILLS

Autonomy/Pro-acitivity
Ability to work under pressure
Communication (both internal and external)

LANGUAGES

English Mandatory
French & Arabic would be an asset



A salaried position:
According to experience, starting from EUR 2860 gross per month (2600 EUR 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 24h/7. 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 Grant Manager may be expected to visit the bases in Darfur. There, the GH are of good standard, with fluctuant internet connexion, solar panels and running water point. Social life is limited to contact with other NGO staff, with a curfew.

However, when going on the field bases, living conditions are more basic, with fewer opportunities for socialization, as well as some individual movements’ restrictions. Security levels vary according to the different geographical locations and changes of context.