Community Safety Facilitator
Danish Demining Group (DDG) is a unit within the Danish Refugee Council (DRC) specializing in Armed Violence Reduction (AVR) and Humanitarian Mine Action. DDG was established in 1998 and has been operational in the Horn of Africa since 1999. The focus of DDG’s work in the region is on AVR, including community-driven approaches to improving public security provision, conflict management and conflict analysis and sensitivity. Conflict analysis and GIS mapping is used to promote informed inclusive stakeholder dialogue with the view of collectively identifying and addressing conflict risks. DDG has a growing portfolio focused on promoting community sensitive border security and management in the borderland areas in eastern and western Africa.
About The Job
The CS facilitator will play key roles in implementing the Community Safety project in Kalobeyei. Community safety Facilitator will work directly with Refugee community in Kalobeyei Settlement and host community living around Kalobeyei and local authorities to strengthen their capacity to improve safety at the community level. This includes, but is not limited to, facilitating community dialogue on conflict, provide training on conflict management and support the strengthening of community – formal security provider relationships.
Qualifications
Main Responsibilities
Qualifications
Danish Demining Group (DDG) is a unit within the Danish Refugee Council (DRC) specializing in Armed Violence Reduction (AVR) and Humanitarian Mine Action. DDG was established in 1998 and has been operational in the Horn of Africa since 1999. The focus of DDG’s work in the region is on AVR, including community-driven approaches to improving public security provision, conflict management and conflict analysis and sensitivity. Conflict analysis and GIS mapping is used to promote informed inclusive stakeholder dialogue with the view of collectively identifying and addressing conflict risks. DDG has a growing portfolio focused on promoting community sensitive border security and management in the borderland areas in eastern and western Africa.
The CS facilitator will play key roles in implementing the Community Safety project in Kalobeyei. Community safety Facilitator will work directly with Refugee community in Kalobeyei Settlement and host community living around Kalobeyei and local authorities to strengthen their capacity to improve safety at the community level. This includes, but is not limited to, facilitating community dialogue on conflict, provide training on conflict management and support the strengthening of community – formal security provider relationships.
Responsibilities
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Act as primary link between the assigned target communities and
DRC/DDG;
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Responsible for assisting Local authorities in target areas with
selecting target communities in accordance with DRC / DDG selection criteria
and process;
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Liaise with community leaders and local government authorities
about the safety in the assigned target communities (i.e. community entry);
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Facilitate dialogue and other activities aimed at reducing armed
violence and including activities to strengthen local conflict management
capacity and to promote better collaboration between local communities and
formal security providers
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Ensure good cooperation with partners and other organisations
working in the project target areas;
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Ensure excellent collaboration with DRC/DDG staff and partners
from other target areas irrespective of their tribal identity;
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Compile the required monitoring forms and reports using the
prescribed DDG formats and submit reports to the Project Coordinator Weekly and
on Monthly basis.
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Provide inputs and participate in the development of community
Safety Concept;
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Ensure that all tasks allocated by the DRC Kakuma Area Manager and
DDG project Coordinator or their delegates are executed promptly, efficiently
and in accordance with DDG operational guidelines;
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Take good care of all assigned equipment including communication
equipment;
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Ensure that there are receipts for all expenses and compile all
receipts according to DRC/DDG financial guidelines by the end of each week
financial reporting period and submit to the Kakuma DRC Finance officer.
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Fully adhere to DRC/DDG procedures for security, financial
management, logistics, human resources and administration;
DRC Core Competencies
In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ five core
competencies:
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Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while
ensuring an efficient process.
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Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage
feedback.
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Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming
for innovation.
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Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
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Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with our vision and
values
Qualifications
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A university degree/Diploma or equivalent work experience,
preferably in peace studies, political science or related field;
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Exceptional understanding of local dynamics that lead to armed
violence (ideally in arid and semi-arid parts of Kenya);
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Open-minded and committed to finding non-violent ways to mitigate
conflict and promote inter-communal peace and collaboration;
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Cultural and gender sensitivity;
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A team player: able to demonstrate a constructive, cooperative and
problem-solving approach;
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Experience with community peace and/or development work.
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Experience of working in insecure environments;
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Fluency in Ngaturkana,
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Strong ability to communicate constructively to various different
groups of people including; community (elders, women, men, spiritual leaders
etc.), warriors, Security providers (KPRs, Police, APs), Government officials
(chiefs, DOs, DCs) etc.;
Reporting Arrangements
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Line manager:DDG Project Coordinator
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Other key relationships: Internal: DRC Kakuma Protection Team
leader, DRC Kakuma Area Manager, DRC Kakuma Finance and Admin officer.
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External: Local communities, local government officials, other
INGOs, LNGOs and CBOs.
How to Apply
Finance and Administration Assistant
Danish Demining Group (DDG) is a unit within the Danish
Refugee Council (DRC) specializing in Armed Violence Reduction (AVR) and
Humanitarian Mine Action. DDG was established in 1998 and has been operational
in the Horn of Africa since 1999. The focus of DDG’s work in the region is on
AVR, including community-driven approaches to improving public security
provision, conflict management and conflict analysis and sensitivity. Conflict
analysis and GIS mapping is used to promote informed inclusive stakeholder
dialogue with the view of collectively identifying and addressing conflict
risks. DDG has a growing portfolio focused on promoting community sensitive
border security and management in the borderland areas in eastern and western
Africa.
About the job
Responsible for providing financial services in order to ensure
effective and efficient operations and carry out all bank and cash transactions
and booking of expenses for the field office.
Main Responsibilities
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In collaboration with the Program and support team, contribute in
developing appropriate project planning and implementation mechanisms.
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Process all payments for suppliers/contractors in a timely manner
as provided in approved budget
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Ensure that proper authorization is obtained before making any
payment.
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Assess accuracy and completeness of documentation and conformity
with reporting and procurement handbook.
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Ensure that all vouchers are properly coded (project no., and
budget line
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Assist in maintaining, control and reconciliation of cash and bank
balances on a daily basis
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Assist with the monthly, quarterly and annual DRC and donor
reports preparation;
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Supporting BORESHA Consortium to adequately prepare for both
internal and external audits;
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Ensure copies of project files and related documents are submitted
to the DRC Country office, Nairobi for back up storage in both hard and soft
copies.
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Inform the field Finance and Admin Officer and the SPC of all
financial issues which can affect the execution of the project;
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Reconcile the accounts receivables/advances and issue receipts for
all the funds received;
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Ensure compliance and enforcement of DRC internal policies,
donor’s regulations and budget restrictions on the project. Ensure all monthly
bills such as security and utilities are paid in a timely manner
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Function as the Admin and Finance Officer in an acting capacity
when the Officer –in charge is out of duty station
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Any other task as assigned by the Supervisor or management team.
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Prepare and submit staff details including Timesheets to Human
Resources Officer for verification and computations;
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Manage asset transfer in the field;
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Asset tagging and update of the inventory list.
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Responsible for HR and Administration functions of the BORESHA
Consortium field office in Mandera;
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Responsible for the storage and restocking of office consumables
(Stationery and Kitchen etc.) for field offices;
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Advice and support the SPC or the designate on all administration
and premises-related matters within the office;
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Coordinate and forward to the Kenya Country Travel and Admin
Officer and Admin and Finance Officer (Mandera) on all travel requirements
local and international and help in procurement of travel tickets;
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Monitor all service contracts (compound, internet etc.) and
forward renewal contract needs to the SPC and Admin and Finance Officer in
Mandera. Ensure related contract payments are done before expiry of contract
period;
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Support the SPC in supervision of Office Attendants, cooks,
cleaners and similar staff;
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Responsible for update of all e files in the back-up hard drive on
a weekly basis;
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Responsible for timely scanning of all vouchers and timely
submission to the Nairobi office for further action by PMU, Nairobi office;
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Support the field Finance and Admin Officer in the creation of
standard Contracts for Works, Goods and Services in line with DRC regulations;
Qualifications
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Degree in Accounting and Finance and CPA Section II
qualification
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Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in the field of finance
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Proven ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
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Comprehensive knowledge of accounting principles
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Fully proficient in Excel and excellent working knowledge with
worksheets together with experience in the use of accounting and financial
management software
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Previous experience working for NGO will be an added advantage
DRC core competencies
In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ five core
competencies:
·
Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while
ensuring an efficient process.
·
Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage
feedback.
·
Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming
for innovation.
·
Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
·
Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with our vision and
values.
How to Apply