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Danish Refugee Council Vacancies
Location: Africa.
Programme Support Officer Nairobi, with travel to Somalia The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) has been providing relief and development services in the Horn of Africa since 1997. DRC aims at integrating its Somalia activities within a wider regional mixed migration programme, comprising the existing programmes in Kenya, Somalia (South Central, Puntland and Somaliland), Ethiopia and Yemen. DRC Somalia programme operates within a regional framework (East Africa and the Horn) and incorporates three major components namely, long term community driven development, emergency urban/rural humanitarian interventions and protection/advocacy. Key Responsibilities: Senior Management Support Ensure timely and accurate execution of the day-to-day managerial support requirements of the Country Director and senior management team by ensuring meetings are attended, handling information requests, receiving visitors, arranging conference calls, scheduling meetings, etc.Support DRC Somalia senior management in coordinating activities, such as conferences, trainings, quarterly and programme meetings, field visits, international travel, internally and externally organized workshops. This role will also include taking meeting notes for those meetings/workshops attended, preparation of materials for quarterly and programmatic meetings, and compilation and distribution of meeting minutes and relevant information.Maintain master calendar for DRC Somalia.Communicate with external partners, donors and visitors as advised by the CDOrganising and coordinating visits by donors, regional teams or Headquarters.Provide support as required in reviewing correspondence, assisting with recruitment processes, and other administrative actionsLiaise regularly with staff in other departments, field offices, consultants, and other external contacts to ensure effective information flow and timely actions. Maintain an effective filing system to include key correspondences, organisation/project reports, financial information and other relevant documents.Responsible for day-to-day project correspondence, information sharing and filing, ensuring that appropriate follow-up actions are taken for the Country Director.Maintain records and track the status of the senior management action items.Programme Support Support new programme development processes as directed by the CD or Programme Director. With support from PD, play a support role in new project inception processes that involves ensuring work plans/budgets; office, staffing etc are in place for project start-up activities. Under the direction of the CD, perform liaison services on behalf of DRC to donors, Government Officials, other relevant partners and government agencies (e.g. UN, NGOs, etc.)Represent DRC in programme coordination meetings with other development partners, UN agencies etc in the absence of the CD, PD or technical coordinators. Develop talking points and background and briefing materials for meetings, conferences, publicity, advocacy and fundraising for DRC Somalia in collaboration with regional communications advisor.Work with the PD to ensure that the annual projects work plans and budgets are finalised approved for all the projects.Work with PD to ensure that all key programme documentation is filed and easily accessible.Provide the programme support required to the PD to organise the organizational wide annual work planning process and the internal project/organization programme reviews and evaluations. As directed, undertake research and prepare written briefings for CD on topical issues related to program development. In collaboration with PD, support project coordination as may be requested. Perform other duties as determined by the CD.Reporting Arrangements The post holder reports to the Country Director - Somalia Required Qualifications University Degree or similar qualifications desirable, Masters Degree preferred.Minimum four (4) years office, administrative and programme management experience.Excellent written and spoken English is essentialDemonstrated ability to manage processes and maintain accurate records. Ability to work independently and to maintain flexibility in working hours. Energetic and flexible with high sense of responsibility and excellent organisational, planning and time management skillsDemonstrated ability to coordinate tasks to meet deadlines.Good interpersonal skills; ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective work relationships with counterparts. Ability to write in a clear and concise manner and to communicate effectively orally.High level of integrity and able to maintain strictest of confidentiality High competence in handling situations with tact and diplomacy Ability and willingness to travel to field sites as neededGood command of computer programs and applications with significant capabilities in computerized database and spreadsheet construction, and their practical application. Conditions Availability: 1 July 2012 Duty station: Nairobi with travel to the field to field programmes throughout Somalia. Contract: One year contract with possibility of extension. Terms and conditions in accordance with DRC terms for National staff in Kenya. For general information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult www.drc.dk General Commitments: DRC has a Humanitarian Accountability Framework, outlining its global accountability committments. All staff are required to contribute to the achievement of this framework (http://www.drc.dk/HAF.4265.0.html) Application Process: Applicants should send a 1-page cover letter that clearly states how they are qualified, and why they are interested in the post, together with their CV (not longer than 4 pages) to: drcjobs [at] drchoa.org. Please indicate “Programme Support Officer” as the subject heading. The deadline for applications is May 13, 2012. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply, irrespective of age, nationality, race, gender or age.
Protection Coordinator 1 Position Based in Dadaab The Protection Coordinator (PC) will provide strategic direction, leadership, management and technical expertise for DRCs protection programs in Kenya. Key responsibilities include: Ensuring the development and implementation of protection programming that is efficient, accountable and measurable.Ensuring overall leadership of DRC’s protection portfolio, including research, program development, program implementation and management, and staff training/mentoring.Ensuring programs are based on user-identified priorities&resources, and implemented/evaluated with clear impact monitoring systems, have clear planning and meet DRC and donor regulations and humanitarian and HAP principles.Formulating and executing DRC’s protection strategy, contributing to strategic planning, fundraising and mainstreaming protection throughout the Kenya program portfolio.Act as DRC’s primary representative for protection-related issues in Kenya. Develop protection related networks within the local and business community, the Government of Kenya and other relevant stakeholdersRequirements: Must possess an advanced university degree in relevant field (protection, political science, international relations, law, community development) with at least 4-years relevant experience; or basic university degree and at least 6-years relevant experience.Experience in an equivalent position involving holding management responsibility, leading teams, working in protection, human rights, gender issues, with refugees, asylum-seekers, migrants and/or other vulnerable populations will be an added advantage. Past experience working with indigenous protection mechanisms, proven experience working in community development and expertise in training on human rights and protection theories and related tools and methodologies will be crucial in this position.Excellent analytical and writing skills; cultural sensitivity and respect for diversity. Proven ability to manage others, work as a team under stressful conditions and meet deadlines.Please note that the above positions are on a 1-year contract with possibility of extension. Only applicants with the legal right to work in Kenya will be considered. Qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications which should include a 1-page cover letter clearly stating their motivation and qualification and CV. CVs longer then 4-pages will not be considered. CVs should include contact details of three professional referees. One referee must be the applicant’s most recent manager. Applications should be sent to: drcjobs [at] drckenya.org. Kindly indicate the position applied for as the subject heading. Deadline for receiving applications is Friday 18th May, 2012. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Protection Officers 2 Positions Based in Dadaab Under the direct supervision of the Protection Coordinator, the Protection Officers will provide support, guidance and assistance to the field staff on protection priorities, issues and concerns. Key responsibilities include: Implement DRCs protection programming; including on-job training/mentoringSupport the mainstreaming of protection into DRCs program portfolioMonitor, analyze and prepare reports on the prevailing protection conditions among persons of concern; identify protection gaps, resources and solutionsDevelop protection related networks with the local and business community and participate in formal protection forumsRequirements: Minimum Qualification: University degree in relevant field (protection, political science, international relations, law, community development or social sciences) with at least 2-years’ experience working in protection, human rights, gender issues with refugees, asylum seekers, migrants and/or other vulnerable populations; previous experience working with persons of concern within the inter-agency context. Excellent analytical and writing skills and cultural sensitivity and respect for diversity. Good analytical and writing skills; cultural sensitivity and respect for diversity. Proven ability to manage others and work as a team under stressful conditions.Highly desired (for Protection Coordinator & Protection Officer) Knowledge and understanding of Somali society/language Somali language skills a key assetPast experience in East Africa; past experience in insecure working environmentsExperience in a refugee setting and knowledge of refugee issuesDRC is an equal opportunity employer- women are strongly encouraged to apply.Please note that the above positions are on a 1-year contract with possibility of extension. Only applicants with the legal right to work in Kenya will be considered. Qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications which should include a 1-page cover letter clearly stating their motivation and qualification and CV. CVs longer then 4-pages will not be considered. CVs should include contact details of three professional referees. One referee must be the applicant’s most recent manager. Applications should be sent to: drcjobs [at] drckenya.org. Kindly indicate the position applied for as the subject heading. Deadline for receiving applications is Friday 18th May, 2012. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Monitoring & Evaluation (M & E) Officer Based in Dadaab The M & E Officer is responsible for strengthening DRC Kenya’s capacity and profile in the area of documentation, monitoring and evaluation by providing M & E technical support and training to staff. Key responsibilities include: Carryout, and ensure the accuracy and quality of, internal and external reporting proposal development and associated reporting/writingEnsuring the development of, and synergies between, work plans, budgets and achievements; archiving and dissemination of documentation/informationEnsure impact and input monitoring is carried out in all programs, lead evaluations and ensures ‘lessons’ are applied.Providing on-site program support to ensure that programs meet objectives and are in-line with planningTraining staff on M & E principles, practices, methodologies and tools; training communities on community-based monitoring and evaluation methodologies.Requirements: Must possess a degree in Development Studies or other related field with a strong background in statistics. Minimum 3-years’ experience in a senior programmatic position in monitoring and evaluation of humanitarian and development programs. Knowledge and experience in participatory approaches and tools for program design, planning, monitoring and evaluation. Excellent organizational, analytical and writing skills; cultural sensitivity and respect for diversity. Proven ability to manage others, work as a team under stressful conditions and meet deadlines.Please note that the above positions are on a 1-year contract with possibility of extension. Only applicants with the legal right to work in Kenya will be considered. Qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications which should include a 1-page cover letter clearly stating their motivation and qualification and CV. CVs longer then 4-pages will not be considered. CVs should include contact details of three professional referees. One referee must be the applicant’s most recent manager. Applications should be sent to: drcjobs [at] drckenya.org. Kindly indicate the position applied for as the subject heading. Deadline for receiving applications is Friday 18th May, 2012. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Livelihoods Technical Manager (Roving; based in Nairobi) The Livelihoods Technical Manager will provide strategic direction, leadership, managements and technical expertise for the DRCs urban and rural livelihood programs in Kenya. Key responsibilities include: Ensuring the development and implementation of urban and rural livelihoods programming that is efficient, accountable and measurable.Ensuring overall leadership of DRC’s livelihoods portfolio, including research, program development, program implementation and management, and staff training/mentoring.Ensuring programs are based on user-identified priorities &resources, and implemented/evaluated with clear impact monitoring systems, have clear planning and meet DRC and donor regulations and humanitarian and HAP principles.Formulating and executing DRC’s livelihoods strategy, contributing to strategic planning& fundraisingActing as DRC’s primary representative for livelihoods related issues in Kenya.Requirements: Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Community Development or other related field.; Minimum 5-years’ working experience with INGOs in the fields of livelihoods at management level with at least 2-years’ experience engaging with refugees, asylum-seekers, migrants and/or other vulnerable populations in economic strengthening interventions. Must have proven expertise in urban livelihoods programing and programing focused on income generating and partnering with the private sector. Must have proven ability to carryout and teach others participatory approaches to rural/urban livelihood methodologies, tools and techniques.Excellent analytical and writing skills; cultural sensitivity and respect for diversity. Proven ability to manage others and work as a team under stressful conditions.Please note that the above positions are on a 1-year contract with possibility of extension. Only applicants with the legal right to work in Kenya will be considered. Qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications which should include a 1-page cover letter clearly stating their motivation and qualification and CV. CVs longer then 4-pages will not be considered. CVs should include contact details of three professional referees. One referee must be the applicant’s most recent manager. Applications should be sent to: drcjobs [at] drckenya.org. Kindly indicate the position applied for as the subject heading. Deadline for receiving applications is Friday 18th May, 2012. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
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