Danish Refugee Council (DRC)
Job Title: Country
Project Leads
3
Positions
Locations: Nairobi,
Kenya; Addis Ababa, Ethiopia; and Mogadishu, Somalia
DRC
has been providing relief and development services in the Horn of Africa since
1997.
Using
a human rights framework, the DRC East Africa and Great Lakes (EAGL) operation
focuses on people who are affected by displacement, including refugees,
internally displaced, migrants, and host communities in Burundi, Ethiopia,
Djibouti, Democratic Republic of Congo, Kenya, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan,
Tanzania and Uganda.
Project
Background: The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is
implementing a large scale-up project to respond to the drought in the Horn of
Africa and contribute to famine prevention efforts.
At
the current time the project will specifically be implemented in Kenya, Somalia
and Ethiopia, with some displacement research extending into Djibouti.
Overall purpose of the role: Reporting to the Regional Chief of Party (COP), the Country Project Lead (CPL) – (Chief of Party) is responsible for achievement of the project’s intended results in their country of responsibility and that the country response is effective and agile.
The
CPL will play a key role in ensuring project coherence and integrated visions,
reinforcing project governance and working collaboratively with senior DRC
staff to develop timely solutions and adaptation.
S/he
will serve as the country focal point for responsible for risk management of
the programme as well ensuring robust and meaningful programme learning and
adaptation is embedded.
Key
responsibilities
· Provide
country leadership and direction in project implementation and delivery,
ensuring planning and execution of timely, effective and on-budget activities
that achieve the greatest impact toward programme goals and objectives;
· Maintain
robust contextual and operational awareness to ensure that the country and
project response is effective, agile and adaptable;
· Be
responsible for managing and directing the country project team, leading by
example to build a supportive, respectful and positive working relationships which
allow for the effective implementation of all activities;
· Play a
leading role in fostering robust, regular, and organised coordination between
programme support services teams, DRC Country and Area offices and partners;
· Oversee
and manage the project’s day-to-day relationship with in-country local
government authorities and other stakeholders, including representing the
programme in local and national meetings and events as appropriate;
· Support
the Project Manager and DRC Finance teams to produce accurate and compliant
financial forecasts (internal and external) and project financial reporting;
· Support
the COP to prepare and submit programmatic reports for the donor, relevant
country governments, project partners and DRC as required;
· Support
the COP to maintain and update the project Risk Matrix with specific focus on
operational and compliance risks. When assigned, take responsibility for
implementing specific risk mitigation measures outlined in the project Risk
Matrix; and
· Ensure
the project Safety and Security Plan is being fully implemented and
reviewed/adapted as conditions demand. Collaborate with the DRC Senior
Management Team to make decisions and manage security incidents at a local
level.
· Support
the inclusion and management of country project partners, fostering
accountability and leading on day-to-day performance tracking.
About
you
In
this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’s 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.
Qualifications
and Experience
Essential:
· Minimum
bachelor’s degree in in relevant field
· A
minimum of 7 years’ experience working in the international humanitarian aid
with at least five years’ experience in a similar operational role;
· Demonstrated
experience working with displaced populations in an emergency setting as well
as experience managing large-scale projects;
· Strong
project management experience, including resource management, work planning,
implementation oversight and periodic review, and compliance management;
· Expertise
and experience in emergency and/or humanitarian aid programming;
· High-level
communications and interpersonal skills together with robust analytical and
problem-solving skills;
· A
demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with host governments,
donors, partners, local organizations, and other stakeholders; and
· Excellent
verbal and written English.
· Knowledge
of Swahili, Amharic or Somali an added advantage
Desirable:
· Previous
experience in the Horn of Africa or East Africa desirable
Conditions
Contract: This
position is subject to confirmation of funding and it’s for one year contract
with possibility of extension, subject to funding and performance. Salary and
other conditions are offered in accordance with DRC’s Terms of Employment;
Employment band M-E2
Availability: Anticipated
start date is 15 March and the successful candidate must be able to deploy
with 15 days’ notice
Duty
station: 1 per the following location: Nairobi, Kenya; Addis Ababa,
Ethiopia; and Mogadishu, Somalia with frequent travel with frequent travel
Reporting
Line: Regional Chief of Party
Key
Stakeholders:
· People
of concern, IDPs and refugees
· DRC’s
country teams in Ethiopia, Kenya and Somalia
· Donors
and government representatives
· DRC
support units (Finance, Administration and Logistics
Providing
equal opportunities
We
are committed to creating an inclusive and positive work environment based on
mutual respect for all employees.
All
applicants are considered for employment without attention to race, age,
ability, ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation,
marital status, or any other factor.
At
DRC we celebrate diversity and appreciate our employees for the people they are
and their unique skills, backgrounds, and perspectives.
We
encourage all interested candidates to apply.
Promoting
high standards: DRC’s capacity to ensure the protection of and assistance
to refugees, IDP’s and other persons of concern depends on the ability of our
staff to uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional
conduct in relation DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding
against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment. DRC conducts thorough and
comprehensive background checks as part of the recruitment process
Application
and CV
Only
motivated applications that address the stipulated duties and meet the required
qualifications, sent together with a CV, will be considered.
DRC
only accepts applications sent via our online-application on THIS LINK.
Please
submit your application and CV in English no later than 28th February, 2023