Livelihoods Assistant
DRC began operating in Kenya in 2005 with assistance to refugees and displacement-affected communities via implementation of protection and livelihoods activities. DRC works in Dadaab and Kakuma refugee camps, as well as in Nairobi and Mombasa to assist urban-based refugees, and in Mandera County implementing a 3 year cross-border resilience programme. DRC is the lead agency in a consortium of 4 agencies implementing the project in Mandera County of Kenya, Dollo Ado Region of Ethiopia and Gedo Region of Somalia. The project began in December 2017, and DRC Kenya is recruiting a new team to implement key Livelihoods activities across Mandera County.
About The Job
DRC is looking for a qualified individual with experience in Livelihoods programming in Mandera, working under the Livelihoods Officer responsible for activities in Village Savings and Loans (VSLA) and other formal and informal financial support, with a strong understanding of market systems. The project aims to link with cross-border markets in Dollo-Ado region of Ethiopia and Gedo region of Somalia, and to specifically target women and youth (male and female). Applications from qualified female candidates are strongly Encouraged.
Main Duties and
Responsibilities:
About You
DRC began operating in Kenya in 2005 with assistance to refugees and displacement-affected communities via implementation of protection and livelihoods activities. DRC works in Dadaab and Kakuma refugee camps, as well as in Nairobi and Mombasa to assist urban-based refugees, and in Mandera County implementing a 3 year cross-border resilience programme. DRC is the lead agency in a consortium of 4 agencies implementing the project in Mandera County of Kenya, Dollo Ado Region of Ethiopia and Gedo Region of Somalia. The project began in December 2017, and DRC Kenya is recruiting a new team to implement key Livelihoods activities across Mandera County.
About The Job
DRC is looking for a qualified individual with experience in Livelihoods programming in Mandera, working under the Livelihoods Officer responsible for activities in Village Savings and Loans (VSLA) and other formal and informal financial support, with a strong understanding of market systems. The project aims to link with cross-border markets in Dollo-Ado region of Ethiopia and Gedo region of Somalia, and to specifically target women and youth (male and female). Applications from qualified female candidates are strongly Encouraged.
Main Duties and
Responsibilities:
Programme Management, Development,
Monitoring And Evaluation
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Identification of community members to benefit
from VSLA and other formal/informal financial support activities as outlined in
project documents, and ensure relevant monitoring is done throughout the
project.
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Develop relevant training manuals and
practices for target beneficiaries and lead in facilitating training
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Ensure all VSLA beneficiaries are properly
mentored and supported throughout the project.
·
Ensure that all project documentation is in
place.
·
Participate in periodic project review and
planning meetings; and external meetings as often as requested by the
Livelihoods Manager.
·
Ensure project staff adhere to CHS Principles
in day to day project implementation; participate in CHS audits; support in
implementing the M&E plan.
·
Assist in developing livelihoods concept notes
and proposals.
·
Coordinate field reporting: prepare technical
internal and external reports.
Coordination & Partnership
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Support the consortium members and DRC Kenya
Livelihoods Manager to ensure effective liaison with stake holders and relevant
Government of Kenya departments, from the location to divisional levels, as
needed.
·
Promote collaboration and synergy between DRC,
DDG, BORESHA consortium members, EUTF Lot 1 partners, local authorities, local
communities and other agency interventions.
Budget Management
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Draft spending plans, procurement plans, and
work plans based on activities and budgets.
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Liaise closely with Finance colleagues in the
management of the livelihood activity budgets.
About You
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Fluency in Somali is essential.
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Must have a degree in Agribusiness Management,
Agricultural Economics, Entrepreneurship, Business Administration, or other
livelihoods related disciplines and/or a minimum 2 years’ experience setting up
and implementing livelihoods or income generating projects preferably with an
NGO. Experience in Mandera County is strongly preferred.
·
Proven understanding of microenterprise /
small business development and VSLA / Groups Savings and Loan approaches.
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Skills or training in basic book keeping or
financial literacy is desirable
·
Prior experience working with local
governments and stakeholders in implementation of projects, including hands-on
community mobilization skills.
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Ability to work independently and as part of a
team; well organized, and able to prioritize multiple tasks.
·
Working knowledge of MS Office and other
relevant computer applications,
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Able to adapt to changing program priorities
and emergency priorities that may arise. Good planning and organizational
skills coupled with problem solving capabilities.
·
Strong self-starter, able to take the
initiative and pro-active in identifying gaps and solutions to respond to
needs.
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.
·
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
Position Description
Location :
Mandera
Contract Duration: 12 months
Reports to: Livelihoods Officer (MED, VSLA, VCD), Mandera
Contract Duration: 12 months
Reports to: Livelihoods Officer (MED, VSLA, VCD), Mandera
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)
All DRC staff must be committed to the Red
Cross Code of Conduct, as well as Core Humanitarian Standards
Posting Details:
Due to security reasons DRC can only accept
applications from qualified candidates who are able to travel freely around key
project sites in Mandera County. This position is a national, localized
position based in Mandera Town with frequent travel. Mandera lies at Safety
Level System 3 in the DRC Kenya security system. Accommodation is not provided
by DRC and this position does not attract Rest and Relaxation (R&R).
How To Apply:
Qualified candidates are invited to submit
their applications which should include a 1-page cover letter clearly stating
their motivation and qualifications and a CV. Applications should include
contact details of three professional referees who have supervised the
candidate in the last five years. One referee must be the applicant’s most
recent manager. Only applications that address the stipulated duties and meet
the required qualifications will be considered.
We only accept applications sent via our
online-application form on www.drc.ngo under
Vacancies. Applications should be sent no later than: 7th
April, 2018
If you have questions or are facing problems
with the online application process, please contact job@drc.dk
Danish Refugee Council does not charge any
kind of fee at any stage of the recruitment process nor does it use recruitment
agents.