DRC Somalia/Land

DRC has been operating in Somalia since 1998 using a protection of human rights framework. Somalia is experiencing a devastating humanitarian crisis, with nearly 80% of the population in need of some form of humanitarian assistance. DRC in Somalia is scaling up the operation in emergency response through an integrated approach accessing hard to reach populations.

Overall purpose of the role

Ensure the quality of the implementation and follow up of all technical aspects of emergency activities being implemented by DRC in hard to reach locations.

Develop and maintain good relations with the persons of concern, relevant stakeholders and other humanitarian actors, to support adequate implementation and coordination of DRC’s sector activities during the deployment to locations

Sector responsibilities: Multi-sector, life-saving interventions during acute crisis within the areas of cash, protection, shelter and non-food items, and water, sanitation and hygiene, covering all stages of project cycle management from programme design to implementation and monitoring and evaluation. Including also emergency preparedness activities

This role has an area focus and ensures compliance to DRC procedures and guidelines within the area. The role contributes to the development of area strategies, which are translated into action plans and day-to-day tasks.

Danish Refugee Council, currently looking for a 6 highly qualified Mobile Response Officers

Responsibilities:

Programming and Operations:

• Ensure organisation and implementation of emergency activities, including cash and voucher programming, in accordance with DRC guidelines, program objectives and accountability principles;
• Represent DRC with relevant donors, partners and local authorities and coordinate with distribution actors and other DRC programmes when necessary;
• Conduct negotiation for humanitarian and engage with communities to provide humanitarian assistance.
• Participate in various field assessments, surveys, needs assessments, market assessment and monitoring, and other data collection to guide programming;
• Participate in the deployment plan development and data preparation to the deployment
• Ensure equal participation by all segments of the community, taking into consideration issues regarding gender, age, clan, tribal and religious affiliations;
• Conduct beneficiary’s identification, assessment and selection processes;
• Ensure proper follow up on the deployment plan, produce distribution reports and analysis; ensure collection of data is up to date as well as the means of verification.
• Set-up community committees and provide appropriate training so that committee members understand their roles and responsibilities;
• Work with M&E team to ensure M&E plan is being implemented, data is being collected from the field and regular reports are being produced.
• Undertake any further duties as the line manager sees fit. The position duties are flexible to a degree to allow the candidate to develop skills they personally identify. This can be arranged in discussions with the line manager

Support and Representation:

• Coordinate and maintain constructive relationships with other local government institutions, local NGO partners, other international organizations, in coordination with the other team members
• Ensure DRC’s principles and approaches to emergencies are integrated into the response
• Ensure DRC is positioned as a leading emergency actor within the area of deployment, including sharing emergency information to inform and guide the overall emergency response.
• Initiate procurement of emergency programme goods, services, and works, and ensure their delivery in compliance with DRC guidelines and SOPs.
• Plan and coordinate proactively logistics and movements of staff from and to different operational areas
• Ensure distribution plans are prepared and shared with Finance, Supply Chain and Safety in a timely manner

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

• Minimum 2 years in similar position managing staff with proven experience of CVA programming, Shelter/NFI and or protection
• University Degree in social science, international development, economics, or political science.
• Minimum 4 years in humanitarian sector
• Excellent skills in MS Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
• Experience in working with ODK, Kobo and data analysis.
• Ability and willingness to work and live in diverse, challenging and potentially unstable environments
• Fluency in English and Somali are required.

Conditions

Contract: 12 Months with possibility of extension, subject to funding and performance. Salary and other conditions are offered in accordance with DRC’s Terms of Employment for National Staff; Employment band Non-Management H1

Availability: 1st August 2023

Duty station: This positions are to be based Mogadishu – Roving

Reporting Line: Emergency Response 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

All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English. Applications sent by email will not be considered

DRC only accepts applications sent via our online-application form on www.drc.ngo under Vacancies.

Please submit your application and CV in English no later than 5th July 2023