Programme Officer (PSEA), NO-2, TA (6Months), #00137581, Bunia, Democratic Republic of Congo - WCAR

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The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is responding to its 17th Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) outbreak, confirmed in May 2026 and affecting Ituri, North Kivu, and South Kivu provinces. The situation remains complex and evolving, with transmission occurring in both community and health-care settings. Response efforts are led by national authorities in a context shaped by health system limitations, logistical constraints, insecurity, displacement, and diverse community perceptions influencing health-seeking behaviors.

UNICEF supports the Government through a multi-sectoral approach, focusing on community engagement, surveillance, infection prevention, and the continuity of essential services for vulnerable populations.

This context requires strong coordination, adaptability, and cultural sensitivity to support effective and equitable response efforts, particularly for children and at-risk communities.

How can you make a difference?

Under the supervision of the Programme Officer responsible for the prevention of and response to sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA), the PSEA Officer, based in Bunia (with missions in Ituri, North Kivu, and South Kivu), will support the implementation of the PSEA component of the Ebola response plan. This includes contributing to UNICEF’s collaboration with the government, civil society partners, and the inter-agency PSEA network. The PSEA Officer will work with the SBC (Social and Behavior Change) section on community engagement and with Child Protection for the care of victims of sexual exploitation and abuse. The PSEA Officer will also represent the Ebola response PSEA Programme Officer in coordination bodies whenever necessary.

Key duties and responsibilities:

• Capacity building and risk mitigation
• Inter-agency collaboration and coordination, and support to the government
• Assistance to victims
• Reporting and response to allegations of sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA)