Overall purpose of the role:

Under the direct supervision of the Area Manager, and with technical support from the Economic Recovery Coordinator, the Economic Recovery Manager will be responsible for the implementation of DRC’s Economic Recovery activities and contributes to strategic planning for the program in Unity State. The Economic Recovery Manager is the direct supervisor of national program staffs and provides daily direction and guidance to project cycle management, proposal development and implementation of activities. The job involves working with vulnerable persons to provide the means to improve and secure local food production and improve resilience building.

Responsibilities:

To achieve the objectives of the position, the Economic Recovery Manager will perform the following tasks and undertake the following responsibilities:

Coordination/Representation:

• Actively participate and represent DRC in state coordination meetings such as FSL clusters, Cash Working Group and other meetings conducted by local and state authorities, UN agencies and stakeholders when relevant to Economic Recovery issues
• Identify gaps in service provision to IDPs, proactively referring those gaps to relevant forums or advocating with government authorities or humanitarian partners for additional support

Programme Management

• Under the direct supervision of the Area Manager and in coordination with the Economic Recovery Coordinator plan, manage and implement all Economic Recovery activities as defined by project documents/proposals. Uphold rigorous project cycle management standards at the field site level in compliance with DRC and donor regulations.
• Economic Recovery Manager will lead cash & market based programme development & implementation to all other sectors (Protection, CCCM etc) of DRC Unity state.
• Supervise and guide Economic Recovery Technical Officers/ Team Leaders and other staff throughout the planning and implementation of all Economic Recovery activities in Unity Sate of South Sudan.
• Support, facilitate or undertake communication and liaison activities to actively consult and involve beneficiaries, key informants, actors, Humanitarian partners and Donors, in all stages of project design and implementation;
• Contribute and support effective monitoring, evaluation and learning processes and initiatives, and ensure effective data and information management
• Ensure daily monitoring and progress of project/work implementation. Ensure protections issues are incorporated and mainstreamed in Economic Recovery activities.
• Ensure project lesson learns are properly captured and contribute learning in Economic Recovery project developments.

Finance and Administration:

• Ensure full compliance with DRC and donor financial guidelines and policies while managing the project(s).
• Monitor budgets to ensure the timely utilization of all resources, spending is in line with project timelines and implementation schedules and adjust budget forecasts when needed.

Human Resources:

• Ensure that adequate staffing is in place for the activities, including an appropriate gender balance within the teams. Performance management of Economic Recovery team including setting team and individual objectives, providing capacity building, feedback, coaching to the team to achieve targets
• Make sure that team is aware of humanitarian principles, standards and DRC code of conduct, Safe guarding policy and follow them accordingly

Proposal Development/Reporting

• Provide regular updates on progress to supervisors and other team members, including other departments and sectors as appropriate
• Responsible to provide input and/or prepare project progress reports, donor reports, Cluster reports (5Ws or CWG CVA information) as per given deadlines and as necessary
• Develop concept notes and/or proposals and budgets in close cooperation with the Area Manager, Head of Programme, Economic Recovery Coordinator and Grants Coordinator when required
• Contribute to the strategic direction of the country Economic Recovery operation through participation in strategy planning meetings and developing strategic documents

Logistics, Procurement, Safety and Security

• Develop supply/procurement plans for protection program activities and coordinate with the Bentiu-based Supply Chain personnel for their delivery to the field as per project planning.
• Ensure staff compliance with security management rules and procedures (for i.e. ensuring relevant documentation and procedures are understood and adhered to by staff).

Experience and technical competencies:

• At least 4 years’ experience in food security & Livelihood programming, agricultural, Resilience and Economic Recovery support in post conflict and volatile security environments;
• Minimum 3 years’ solid experience in project cycle management, including project design, proposal writing, project implementation, budget management and donor reporting;
• Proven experience of preparing project proposals and log frames for Economic Recovery projects for donors;
• Experience with different donors, i.e., WFP-FFA/CFA. BHA, DANIDA, BPRM, UNHCR, and ECHO, preferred;
• Experience in Climate adaptive agriculture & livelihood practice, Permaculture and Resilience design preferred
• Proven experience in conducting emergency market, labour and food security & Livelihood assessments;
• An understanding of Natural Resources Management, tree seedling establishment, Energy and other environmental protection related programmes;
• Design and coordination of graduating Artisans resettlement programmes including apprenticeships, On Job Training, business skills development/training, financial management, records keeping, group formation and dynamics, business plan development, start-up kits (in kind and cash grants) and market linkages.
• Knowledge and experience in establishment of Village Savings and Loan Association (VSLAs) and cooperatives at grassroots level;
• Proven experience in cash-based programming; specially rolling out CVA agenda
• Experience in emergency seeds, fishing and tools distribution; cropping calendar application and tracking, kitchen gardening, Farmer Field School Approach, demonstration/trial garden establishment, Seed multiplication and post-harvest management;
• Demonstrated experience in meeting high, evidence-based monitoring and evaluation standards; designing and using tools for monitoring programme activities and achievements against the LFA; A good understanding of data entry, clean up, analysis and reporting; application of Lessons learnt/best practices, preparation and posting of success stories.
• Proven experience in staff and other stakeholder’s capacity building, coaching and mentorship, including preparation of materials/manuals, facilitation and roll out of a training plan/calendar;
• Ability for rapid analysis of very complex issues, strong decision-making, and translation of programmatic learning and priorities into operational strategies;
• Self-motivated and able to work with a minimum of guidance and supervision;
• Experience working in security-sensitive environments and enforcement of team security protocols is an asset.
• Prior experience in South Sudan an added advantage;

Education:

• Minimum undergraduate degree in agriculture, agribusiness, social sciences, international development or equivalent degree qualifications
• Postgraduate degree preferred;
• Application of computer and IT skills
• Strong communication and writing skills;

Languages:

• Fluency in written and spoken English language;
• Ability and willingness to work in remote and isolated location with ever changing security scenarios;

Key stakeholders:

• TCs, HoP, Area Manager, PMs, Team Leaders, Officers
• WFP Team, FAO, FFP Consortium team, FSL Cluster Members;
• Relevant government authorities and Community Leaders

Conditions

Contract: One year contract. Salary and other conditions are offered in accordance with DRC’s Terms of Employment for Staff ;

Employment band: MNGT-F2

Duty station: Bentiu, Unity State – South Sudan

Reporting Line: Area Manager

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 applicants 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 form on www.drc.ngo under job.

Please submit your application and CV in English no later than 20th June, 2023. CVs will be reviewed on rolling basis, and position might be filled before the deadline.

DRC as an employer:

By working in DRC, you will be joining a global workforce of around 8000 employees in 40 countries. We pride ourselves on our:

• Professionalism, impact & expertise
• Humanitarian approach & the work we do
• Purpose, meaningfulness & own contribution
• Culture, values & strong leadership
• Fair compensation & continuous development

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.

If you have questions or are facing problems with the online application process, please visit drc.ngo/about-us/job-and-career/support-for-job-seekers.