Vacancy Announcement

The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is one of the world’s leading humanitarian NGOs founded in Denmark in 1956. DRC has provided humanitarian assistance to people in need in Myanmar since 2009. DRC is currently engaged in humanitarian response in Rakhine, Kachin, and Northern Shan. In 2012, waves of inter-communal violence swept through Rakhine, forcing approximately 140,000 persons to flee their homes and take refuge in IDP camps spread across the state. DRC activities target these IDPs, as well as other local vulnerable populations such as host villages and isolated villages. DRC implements a multi-sector response, including Camp Management, GBV, Child Protection, General Protection, Economic Recovery, and WASH activities.

DRC Myanmar is funded by ECHO, SDC, DANIDA, DFAT, USAID, SIDA and UN agencies, including UNHCR, UNICEF, UNOPS and UNFPA.

To strengthen DRC’s Programme, DRC is looking for a highly motivated and capable candidate to fill the position of

IT Officer (1 Post)

Duty Station : DRC Yangon Head Office

Reports to : Head of Support Services

Direct Reports : No direct report

Overall purpose of the role:

The IT Officer will work under direct supervision of Head of Support Services and liaise with other team members in implementing, maintaining of IT Infrastructure and assets of DRC Myanmar.

Geographic scope: Area (Myanmar)

This role has a country focus and ensures compliance to DRC procedures and guidelines within the country.

Specific duties and responsibilities

• Standardization of IT equipment and software in accordance with Technology point, market trend and system requirement.
• Setting up a centralized management network/server system with proper power management, user account controls, backup system and fault-tolerance, remote-management and secondary backup system.
• Implementing the proper Backup system in all offices as along with Microsoft Environment and Cloud-based system.
• Liaise with suppliers for Licensed software and IT equipment when it is needed to be purchased out of Standardization list and DRC IT framework agreement.
• Setting up an IT infrastructure which meets the requirements of ERP system and with the compliance with Operation Handbook guidelines on IT.
• Upgrade maintain and monitoring of the Network systems of the offices and dealing with Internet Service Providers for the connectivity issues and other factors.
• Basic IT knowledge sharing to staff by giving inductions to staffs when major set up is changed and by implementing and providing the mini user guidebook for staff. Training and capacity building for staffs.
• Coordination with Supply Chain staffs for the IT equipment as in purchasing, maintaining, assets and inventory. Checking and summarizing the condition of Laptops and other equipment in accordance with depreciation time limit. Perform physical and ground check for assets and inventory.
• Recording the software license keys such as Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office and other applications.
• Frequent visits to field offices and support with IT related matters.
• Coordination with managerial staffs and IT focal persons in field office for IT related matters.
• Handling, updating, backup and trouble-shooting the Email domain.
• Manage IT staffs by recruiting and along with Technical factors also.
• Dealing with Network providers for the internet usage in residences.
• Develop the ICT Orientation based upon Global DRC operational handbook and localizing and conduct inductions for DRC staff members.
• Handling CCTV system, implementing the proper power system for office.
• Implementing PABX system for office and maintain.
• Liaising with HQ IT team for Dynamics related matters as in Microsoft Products, IT equipment and with IT infrastructure related matters.
• Helpdesk to local office and Remote helpdesk to field offices.
• Ensuring internet usage bills for DRC offices by preparing, coordinating with field office staff and Finance team.
• Liaising with External Stakeholders for Database systems.

* Any other duties relating to the nature of the job as requested by the Manager.

Experience and technical competencies:

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in similar role.
• (I)NGO experience is preferred.
• Excellent skill in IT
• Prior experience of Microsoft Dynamic would be an asset.
• Diploma or professional degree in information technology, computer systems, or a related field
• Advanced English proficiency
• Fluency in local language

Key stakeholders: (internal and external)

• SMT
• Staff with office assets
• HQ IT contact person.
• Vendors

All DRC roles require the post-holder to master DRC’s core competencies:

• Striving for excellence: Focusing on reaching results while ensuring efficient processes.
• Collaborating: Involving relevant parties and encouraging feedback.
• Taking the lead: Taking ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
• Communicating: Listening and speaking effectively and honestly.
• Demonstrating integrity: Upholding and promoting the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment. “

We Offer:

• Starting date of employment: As soon as possible.
• Contract length: Until 31 Dec 2023 includes a probationary period of 3 months. Renewables depend on both funding and performance.
• Salary: Competitive salary according to the DRC Myanmar salary scale.

This position is open for Myanmar Nationals only. DRC strongly advocates for equal opportunity and promotes a diversified and inspiring working environment. Therefore, qualified candidates of ethnic minorities and women are strongly encouraged to apply.

Application process:

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.

Closing date for applications: 12 May 2023

For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website drc.ngo.