DRC is Denmark’s largest NGO. We are a leading international NGO – one of the few with a specific expertise in forced displacement. In 40 countries across the world our 7,500 employees work to protect, advocate and build sustainable futures for refugees and other displacement-affected people and communities.

DRC is operating in Libya since 2011 and has a programmatic presence in the Tripolitania and Barqa regions, in Tripoli and Benghazi respectively.

DRC selects the best qualified candidate for any role, based on pre-defined criteria, such as competencies, qualifications and values. We strive for diversity and inclusion in all our recruitments, by selecting the best suited candidate based on the requirements for the job without discriminating against age, gender, ethnicity, religion, marital status, those with a disability or similar.

About the job

Main Responsibilities:

Project Portfolio

• Supervise the timely implementation of the project portfolio funded by institutional and/or private donations

• Organize and oversee regular project review meetings, including for multi sector projects

• Ensure regular contact, frequent support and visits to sub offices

• Contribute to the development of new programme initiatives and help seek funding for these

Support Services Management

• Ensure that all DRC policies and procedures are in place and are adhered to finance, HR and supply chain

• Ensure compliance with DRC’s Code of Conduct

• Ensure timely and accurate financial forecasting and reporting as overall responsible for all area level budgets

Representation and Advocacy

• Maintain DRC’s position as a key actor in the INGO community and represent DRC to donors and external actors

• Develop and maintain good relations and close coordination with local authorities, UN agencies, international and national civil society

• Ensure DRC’s active engagement and advocacy in local and national level co-ordination bodies on the Programme portfolio (for example protection, shelter, economic recovery)

Security

• In close coordination with the Country Director and DRC’s Safety Manager, monitor the security environment and implement appropriate safety and security procedures (MOSS compliant) as directed by the Country Director (CD), and when delegated by CD, the Country Safety Manager

Strategy and Fundraising

• In close cooperation with the Head of Programme, contribute to the identification and development of new programme initiatives in your designated area, including facilitating assessments and overseeing preparation of concept notes and proposals

• Support the National Coordinators (for example protection and economic recovery) in proactively identify areas for collaboration and integrative programming between teams and sectors

• Work with the Country Director and Head of Programme to continue developing the DRC strategy for the designated area

Team and People Management

• People management of direct reports and overall responsibility for all staff in the area (including recruitment, development, people planning and performance)

• Maintain a positive, collaborative and enabling work environment

• Ensure positive staff management, including proactive staff capacity building and ensuring performance reviews are conducted

About you

To be successful in this role we expect you to have experience managing a multisectoral team with experience on DRC operations. Moreover, we also expect the following:

Required :

• A minimum of 7 years relevant project and/or programme management experience with an international NGO
• A minimum of 5 years of experience of managing a team

• Practical experience of implementing multi-sectoral projects in line with DRC sectors and programme platforms
• Experience with writing project proposals and concept notes to mobilize resources and complement and expand current programming
• Experience of managing an office/team where you have had responsibility for ensuring that all finance, supply chain and HR procedures are being followed according to organisational procedures
• Experience with representation of the agency with government, UN, and donor audiences for coordination and advocacy
• Strong diplomatic skills in communicating with stakeholders, fellow heads of office and staff

• Prior knowledge of working with DRC and/or International NGO in relevant region will be considered an asset
• Prior knowledge of cooperation with local partners will be considered an asset

Desirable :

• Previous experience working with DRC.

In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ 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 uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to our values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.

We offer

Contract length: 12 months

Band: E management

Designation of Duty Station: Tripoli, Libya

Start date: 1st of September 2023

For questions regarding the vacancy please contact our regional HR specialist [email protected]

Application process

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.

Closing date for applications: 18th of July 2023

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