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DEPUTY COUNTRY DIRECTOR STRATEGY SUPPORT - AFGHANISTAN
Organization Action contre la Faim FranceLocation Kabul, AfghanistanType FULL TIMEPosted 12 May 2026Deadline 11 Jun 2026
Program/Project ManagementFood and Nutrition
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About : Action contre la Faim
Created in 1979, Action contre la Faim is a non-governmental organization that fights against hunger. Its charter of humanitarian principals- independence, neutrality, non-discrimination, free and direct access to victims, professionalism, transparency - has been part of its identity for 45 years. Its mission is to save lives by eliminating hunger through the prevention, detection and treatment of under-nutrition, particularly during and after emergency situations linked to conflicts or natural disasters. Action contre la Faim focuses its actions on 7 main areas of expertise: Nutrition and Health - Mental Health, Psychosocial Support - Food Security and Livelihoods - Water, Sanitation and Hygiene - Advocacy - Climate - Research. In 2024, Action contre la Faim provided aid to more than 26 million people in 57 countries worldwide. www.actioncontrelafaim.org
Mission :
Under the supervision of the Country Director, your missions will be as follows :
Coordinate support departments' strategy and ensure operational management of all support areas
Represent and liaise on behalf of Support Departments with donors, authorities, UN, NGOs
Provide inputs on HR, Finance and Logistics Constraints and opportunities
Management teams (Finance, HR and Logistics)
Follow-up on management of HR, Finance, and Logistics rules
Act as Country Director in her·his absence
Proactively support ACFs commitments to gender equality and child protection sensitivity
Starting date : 15/06/2026
Profile :
You hold a Master's degree or a Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline, combined with substantial professional and international experience.
You have significant experience working with INGOs, and at least 5 years' experience in humanitarian and/or development aid, including at least 2 years in Finance, HR, or Logistics management and 3 years in team leadership roles. You have ideally previous experience as a Field Coordinator or Head of Department, in insecure contexts.
You have strong knowledge of, or familiarity with, ACF financial, HR, and logistics systems and methodologies (including shared cost methodology, SAGA, Homere, LINK). Experience in managing strategic partnerships is an asset.
You are able to lead, motivate, and develop multicultural teams, with strong diplomatic, negotiation, and decision-making skills, and your are able to work autonomously with minimal guidance.
You master professional English, with strong written skills.
Conditions d'emploi
National applications :
International applications :
Fixed term contract under French legislation: 12 months
Monthly gross salary from 2899 to 3376euros upon experience, including 13th month
Reimbursement of the pension insurance for non-French citizens: 16% of the gross monthly salary
Annual salary increase: 6% increase after and each 12 months of continuous contract
Monthly per diem and living allowance: 681euros net, field paid
Monthly country allowance: 450euros
Cold allowance: Reimbursement for the purchase of winter equipment for a maximum of 380euros per person per year in severe cold contexts
Child allowance: 1500euros per year per child present in the country of origin (maximum 6000euros/year)
Transportation and accommodation: Coverage of transportation costs and guest house
Medical coverage: ACF covers 100% of the health and repatriation insurance agreement fees, for your medical expenses (as well as your dependents if you have a family post), and up to 1 month after the end of your contract.
Salary sustainment measures (sickness, paternity, maternity)
Leaves and RnR: 25 days of paid leaves per year, 20 RnR per year, airfare reimbursement with a ceiling to get to the chosen break destination, and 215 euros for each RnR period
Accompaniment and trainings
Field trips : GHOR, DIKUNDI, BADAKHSAN, HELMAND
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