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The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a humanitarian, non-governmental, non-profit organisation founded in 1956 that works in more than 30 countries throughout the world.
Overall purpose of the role:
To support in the implementation of Kenya Devolution Programme (KDP) within Garissa County, especially as it relates to operational oversight and implementation of activities by Project Assistants/partners. This includes, but is not limited to tasks related to: planning and implementation of project activities including integration with other DRC programs in the area and in coordination with KDP partners work in other counties, specifically, Turkana, Isiolo and Mandera, development of activity budgets; timely and high quality narrative activity reporting; support to/oversight of Peace building Assistants/partners in the field as delegated by the Head of Programme-Humanitarian Disarmament and Peace building Sector , adherence to DRC’s security procedures and regulations, representation of DRC in Garissa as delegated by the AM; adherence to DRC’s standard regulations and operational procedures (including the Code of Conduct, the DRC Programme Manual and administrative regulations). He/she will also play a vital role in liaising with government and county administration in Garissa and by extension, north eastern area.
Responsibilities:
R1. Project Support and Development:
R2. Monitoring, Reporting and Evaluation:
R3. Coordination & Partnerships:
R4. Staff supervision:
Experience and technical competencies:
Education:
Languages:
DRC’s Core competencies:
Conditions:
Contract duration: 11 months. Salary and conditions will be in accordance with the Danish Refugee Council terms of employment for National staff.
Availability: February 2022
Duty station: Garissa
Key stakeholders:
Internal: Programme staff, Support Services staff
External: Relevant stakeholders – Community leaders, Local/Sub-county administration, NGOs/INGOs and police services, Consortium member staff, downstream partner staff
NB: This is a local position therefore; the job holder is expected to be familiar with, or a resident of the region.
General
Commitments:
DRC has a Humanitarian Accountability Framework, outlining its global accountability commitments. All staff are required to contribute to the achievement of this framework (http://www.drc.dk/HAF.4265.0.html)
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 http://www.drc.ngo under Vacancies.
Applications should be sent no later than: 25th January 2022.
Gender Equality:
DRC is committed to achieving gender parity in staffing at all levels. In light of this, female candidates and those from minority groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
Equal Opportunities:
DRC is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment based on mutual respect for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, disability status, religion, ethnic origin, color, race, marital status or other protected characteristics.
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. Visit drc.ngo to read more about what we do to secure robust safeguarding mechanisms.
If you have questions or are facing problems with the online application process, please visit drc.ngo/jobsupport
Danish Refugee Council does not charge any kind of fee at any stage of the recruitment process nor does it use recruitment agents.
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