As part of the development, structuring, and sustainable management of its ecological, agricultural, and community sites, the Holistic University JUA (JUA) is launching a call for applications to recruit Site Managers.
Main missions
Under the authority of the Director General and in collaboration with faculties, research centers, technical services, and local communities, the Site Managers are responsible for ensuring the planning, implementation, supervision, and enhancement of the University’s sites through an integrated, ecological, and participatory approach.
As such, their missions will include, in particular:
- Ensure the technical, ecological, and operational management of the University’s sites;
- Design, implement, and oversee eco-friendly construction infrastructures adapted to local contexts;
- Develop and maintain water management and rural hydraulic systems (collection, irrigation, drainage, storage);
- Promote and oversee organic and agroecological farming practices on the sites;
- Organize and supervise sustainable agricultural production and soil conservation activities;
- Ensure the planning, layout, and securing of work and production spaces;
- Involve local communities in the participatory management of natural resources;
- Develop practical training programs in ecology, sustainable agriculture, and site management;
- Implement systems for monitoring site performance (production, environmental impact, resource efficiency);
- Ensure the maintenance of ecological infrastructures and technical equipment;
- Promote participatory leadership approaches and community governance;
- Facilitate the co-construction of projects with local communities and stakeholders;
- Identify the needs of the sites and propose innovative and sustainable solutions;
- Ensure the protection of the environment, biodiversity, and the ecological resilience of the sites;
- Produce regular technical reports on the status, activities, and performance of the sites;
- Contribute to applied research in agroecology, rural hydraulics, and sustainable development;
- Ensure the training and supervision of technical and community teams in the field;
- Promote the autonomy, responsibility, and involvement of communities in site management;
- Ensure the management and use of rural tracks and access networks in isolated areas for logistics, site monitoring, and technical interventions;
- Carry out or supervise site mapping, geolocation, and spatial analysis activities for the development and monitoring of infrastructure;
- Use Geographic Information Systems (GIS) tools for planning, natural resource management, and environmental monitoring;
- Participate in the implementation of the holistic and sustainable vision of JUA University.
Desired profile
The candidate must meet the following conditions:
- To hold at least a Bac+5 degree or an engineering degree in civil engineering, rural engineering, hydraulics, agroecology, agriculture, environment, rural development, or an equivalent field;
- Having practical experience in eco-friendly construction, site development, or rural project management;
- Having skills in rural hydraulics (irrigation, water management, hydraulic infrastructures);
- Having a good command of organic farming, agroecology, or permaculture practices;
- Having experience in community supervision or participatory development;
- Possess skills in participative leadership and field team management;
- Proven experience in the management and use of rural tracks and challenging access environments;
- Having skills in mapping, geolocation, and spatial analysis of sites;
- Mastering GIS tools (QGIS, ArcGIS, or equivalents) is a major asset;
- Being able to work in rural areas and under sometimes difficult conditions
- Have strong organizational, planning, and operational management skills;
- Demonstrate autonomy, rigor, integrity, and a proactive mindset;
- Having good communication skills with local communities;
- Proficiency in basic computer tools is an asset;
- Knowledge of English is an advantage.
Composition of the application file
The file will include:
- A handwritten letter of motivation addressed to the General Director of the Holistic University JUA;
- An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV);
- A copy of the national identity card or any other valid form of identification;
- Copies of relevant diplomas and certificates;
- Proof of experience in site management, agriculture, hydraulics, or ecological construction;
- Any document proving experience in community management or rural development is considered an asset.
Selection procedure
The recruitment will take place according to the following steps:
- Analysis of application files;
- Pre-selection of candidates;
- Technical test on site management, agroecology, rural hydraulics, and practical problem-solving;
- Individual interview.
At the end of this initial phase, the twelve (12) best candidates will be selected to undergo a two (2) month practical training period at the sites of the Holistic JUA University.
This period will be subject to continuous assessment with grading, focusing in particular on: - mastery of ecological construction and development techniques;
- water management and hydraulic infrastructure;
- performance in organic and agroecological agriculture;
- the capacity for community support;
- Participative leadership and team management;
- rigor in the execution of tasks;
- adaptability in a rural environment;
- The spirit of initiative and innovation;
- the respect for the ecological and community values of JUA.
At the end of this period, the candidates with the highest evaluations will be recruited as Site Managers.
Place of assignment
Sites of the Holistic University JUA – Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Submission of applications
Application files must be sent no later than 08/28/2026 to the following email address:
The text “jua.universite@gmail.com” is an email address and does not require translation. If you have other text you want translated from French to English, please provide it!
Email subject: “Application for the Site Manager Position”
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Female applicants are strongly encouraged.
Done in Kinshasa, on 07/22/2026
The General Management of Holistic University JUA
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