Reporting and Learning Officer (Congolese Nationals Only)

Job title:                    Reporting and Learning Officer (Congolese Nationals Only)

Department:             Programme Development
Duty Station:            Bukavu, DRC (with frequent field travel)
Line Manager:          Program Development & Advocacy Manager
Line Responsibility:  N/A
Position Type:           Full-time

 

Nonviolent Peaceforce (NP) is a dynamic international non-governmental organization. We work with people affected by violent conflict to improve their safety and dignity through Unarmed Civilian Protection (UCP). We are working to reduce violence, protect civilians in countries affected by violent conflict and its aftermath, and elp transform the world's response to conflict.

 

Overview:

 

NP is in the process of setting up its national programme in the DRC to support the strengthening of the safety and security of conflict-affected communities in South and North Kivu. Through the Unarmed Civilian Protection (UCP), NP supports local communities to prevent violence and promote positive peace. NP programming will focus on building the capacity of local communities to engage in nonviolent self-protection methods such as protective accompaniment/presence, community-led safety and security initiatives such as conflict de-escalation techniques, and early warning/response mechanisms. The funding obtained spans several years and offers an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of sustainable civilian protection.

 

Job Summary:

 

The Reporting and Learning Officer plays a key role in ensuring quality reporting, rigorous monitoring of project indicators, and the promotion of a learning culture within the NP DRC team. In close collaboration with the Program Development and Advocacy Officer (PDAM), he/she supports field teams in the development of analytical skills, the documentation of impact, and the integration of learnings into activities.

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

 

1. Reporting et documentation

• Write, review and finalize narrative reports for donors, in coordination with the field and finance teams.
• Ensure quality, consistency, and timeliness for all narrative reports.
• Develop and improve internal tools and formats for information gathering and report writing.
• Support the capitalization of learnings and success stories for internal and external use.
• Contribute to internal reporting requirements (quarterly reports, updates for headquarters, etc.).

 

2. Monitoring of indicators

 

• In collaboration with global MEAL development, support the DRC team to develop and implement monitoring tools and frameworks
• Collaborate with program teams to collect, verify and analyze data related to project indicators.
• Monitor progress against logical frameworks, expected results and donor requirements.
• Train and support field teams in the correct and consistent use of monitoring tools.
• Contribute to the production of dashboards and visuals related to project results.
• Systematically organize and archive documents related to monitoring and evaluation.

 

3. Learning and capacity building

 

• Foster a culture of learning through reflection workshops, end-of-activity reviews, and other spaces for shared analysis.
• Identify and document good practices and key lessons learned from project implementation, ensuring they are captured and documented for sharing outside of the team as appropriate
• Support field teams in building their capacity in analytical writing, data analysis, and indicator-based monitoring.
• Contribute to internal knowledge management initiatives (learning database, lessons learned, etc.).
  
  

4. Programme development support

 

• Participate in the development of proposals by providing results from previous projects, baseline data, or elements of analysis.
• Contribute to the design or revision of logical frameworks and monitoring and evaluation systems for new projects.

 

Qualifications

 

• Advanced university degree in social sciences, development, statistics, peacebuilding or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in the humanitarian or development sector, in particular on reporting, monitoring and evaluation or accountability.
• Proven experience in writing reports for institutional donors.
• Proficiency in monitoring and evaluation tools and logical frameworks.
• Demonstrated interest in the protection of civilians, non-violence or peacebuilding.

 

Skills and competencies

 

• Excellent writing skills in French and English.
• Strong analytical and synthesis skills and rigor in the processing of information.
• Organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks in parallel.
• Proactivity, sense of service, team spirit and ability to transmit skills.
• Ability to popularize technical content to field teams.
• Proficiency in office tools, in particular Word and Excel.

 

Preferred Qualifications

 

• Proficiency in data visualization tools (Power BI, Kobo, etc.) is an asset.
• Knowledge and experience with the Peace Indicator Framework (PIF) and Everyday Peace Indicators (EPI) are an asset.

 

Working Conditions

 

• Position based in Bukavu, with regular travel to project sites, as well as potential trips to Kinshasa if needed.
• Sometimes precarious working conditions in rural areas, the need for flexibility and strict compliance with safety protocols.

 

Application Process

 

• Candidates meeting the above requirements are requested to submit a CV (max. 2 pages) and cover letter (max. 1 page), through our website detailing their experience and how they qualify for the role. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• The closing date for applications is Monday, 7th July 2025
• Candidates may be selected before the closing date; apply early
• This position is open to DRC Nationals only.
• As part of the recruitment process, shortlisted candidates may be asked to complete a technical assignment before participating in an interview.

 

SPECIAL NOTICE

 

Nonviolent Peaceforce is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

 

Nonviolent Peaceforce acknowledges the duty of care to safeguard and promote the welfare of employees, contractors, volunteers, interns, communities we work with, and other stakeholders and is committed to ensuring safeguarding practice reflects statutory responsibilities and government guidance and complies with best practices in the Humanitarian and Development sector.NP expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We prioritise ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.

 

The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organisation.

 

All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. NP also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

 

NO FEE

 

We never ask for payment as part of our selection process, and we always contact candidates via our corporate accounts and platforms. If you are approached for payment, this is likely to be fraudulent. Please check whether the role you are interested in is posted here on our website.