Humanity & Inclusion (Handicap International) is seeking a Manager for Basic Needs and Economic Inclusion to lead strategic initiatives and technical expertise in France. This role involves overseeing a diverse portfolio of approximately 120 projects annually across emergency, recovery, and development contexts.
The successful candidate will manage a team of five specialists, providing leadership in areas such as food security, livelihoods, economic recovery, and cash transfer programs. This position is crucial for defining global strategies and ensuring the quality and impact of the organization's interventions.
Quick Facts
| Opportunity | Job |
|---|---|
| Institution | Humanity & Inclusion |
| Location | Lyon, France |
| Region | Europe |
| Open to | Not specified |
| Funding | Not specified |
| Stipend / Salary | Starting from EUR 3,067/month gross |
| Duration | Permanent (CDI) |
| Start date | As soon as possible |
| Application deadline | 30 November 2026 |
About the Position
The Manager of Basic Needs and Economic Inclusion will be responsible for defining and implementing the global strategy for the sector, contributing to the five-year strategic plan, and driving internal transformations. Key responsibilities include managing and developing a team of five specialists, acting as a senior technical expert in food security, livelihoods, economic inclusion, and cash transfer assistance, and ensuring the quality and knowledge management of projects. The role also involves external representation, developing strategic partnerships, and contributing to fundraising efforts to enhance the organization's international visibility and technical positioning.
Eligibility
- 8 to 10 years minimum experience in food security, livelihoods, economic inclusion, or cash transfers.
- 5 years minimum international field experience, ideally in crisis contexts.
- Proven experience in program design and management, technical support, project development, donor relations, partnerships, and fundraising.
- Master's degree or equivalent in humanitarian action, development, development economics, international project management, or a related field.
- Specialization in Cash & Voucher Assistance, food security, or market-based approaches is a plus.
- Recognized expertise in food security and economic inclusion.
- Proficiency in cash and Cash+ approaches.
- Ability to construct global strategies, methodologies, and reference frameworks.
- Experience in capacity building and knowledge management.
- Good understanding of disability inclusion issues.
- Strong leadership, influence, and external representation skills.
- Excellent analytical, prioritization, and complex subject management skills.
- Fluent in French and English, with English as the primary working language.
Benefits
- Permanent contract (CDI)
- Starting salary from 3067€ gross per month
- Executive status: 34 days paid leave and 13 RTT days annually
- Favorable remote work agreement
- Numerous sports and social activities offered on-site
- Accessible workplace in Lyon with public transport, bike parking, ramps, and elevators
- Dedicated disability contact person and potential for workplace adjustments
Documents Required
- CV
- Cover Letter
How to Apply
- Apply online via the provided link.
- Attach your CV and cover letter.
- Applications are processed continuously, so early application is encouraged.
Source: ReliefWeb Jobs.
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