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Regional Project Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability & Learning Coordinator

Overall purpose of the role:

This role has a regional focus and ensures compliance to DRC procedures and guidelines within the whole regional area. The role contributes to the development of regional strategies, which are translated into action plans and day-to-day tasks. The role provides support and/or technical guidance to country operations while overseeing activities with regional scope.

Key responsibilities:

Monitoring and Evaluation

Assist the Regional Project Manager in developing strong indicators and logical frameworks for new projects
Support the Regional Project Manager with the active implementation of their Monitoring & Evaluation plans, ensure Monitoring & Evaluation plans are updated timely and Monitoring & Evaluation findings are in place for all donor reports.
Coordinate with field staff to develop tools and methods to improve data collection for example, surveys, assessment and beneficiary data
Link with data and grants management tools developed to collect information and profiling. Support team to use these tools on all projects activities levels.
Organize, participate and collect field data and process/analyze this data
Take part and carry out assessments, evaluation and any other form of survey or review of projects
Undertake field trips and do physical observation on ongoing projects Guide the regular sharing of the outputs and the Monitoring & Evaluation findings with projects staff and implementing partners
Capacity build, train and support sectors and field staff to improve the field monitoring or any other monitoring needs
Review the questionnaires developed for the assessments by the field team
Develop and strengthen DRC’s Monitoring & Evaluation department including coordinating recruitments, capacity building and performance management
Take the lead in supporting of all external evaluation consultancies of large DRC projects

Accountability

Coordinate the design and implementation of accountability systems for DRC projects working closely with relevant managers
Build the capacity of staff to plan and implement effective accountability systems for the country programme
Strengthen the beneficiary and feedback complaint mechanism and set-up new systems

Learning and project quality

Donor focal point for Monitoring & Evaluation components of projects
Participate in project Kick-off meetings, Quarterly Review meetings and Close-out meetings in order to highlight cross-project components aimed at replicating good practices and strengthening synergies between projects or programmes
Regularly present key Monitoring & Evaluation findings to the Senior Management Team for further development
Support DRC’s aim for further strengthened integrated programming and actively propose ways of achieving this using Monitoring & Evaluation finding

As Coordinator the post-holder is responsible for the following:

Responsible for coordinating strategy and operations within a specific discipline in a region or country
Usually has technical line responsibilities within a given discipline, for both strategy and operations
Provides expert advice and support to set strategy and assure operational quality and compliance.

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

Master’s degree in relevant field (development, social research preferably with a focus on monitoring and evaluation as well as compliance issues)
Minimum of 5 years of work experience within the field of monitoring and evaluation
Experience working with International NGO’s, UN agencies, line ministries and/or local authorities in migrants/refugee settings in complex emergencies
Experience working in monitoring and evaluation of relevant programme sector
Experience in developing/ guiding information management systems for large humanitarian programs
Experience in participatory assessment and community-based monitoring approaches
Clear understanding of Core Humanitarian Standards (CHS);
Experience with capacity building of staff, and in convening and facilitating trainings and workshops
Full professional proficiency in English including excellent analytical and report writing skills

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November 5, 2024
Regional Project Manager Regional Project Grants Management Coordinator

Overall purpose of the role:

The Regional Project Manager is responsible for providing vision, leadership and direction to the regional project and its activities, supervise project implementation and ensure the project meets stated goals.
She/he ensures the project has a coherent strategy that responds to the requirements of people the project intends to support.
The role takes a leadership role in coordination and advocacy among donors, key stakeholders and implementing partners.

This role has a regional focus and ensures compliance to DRC procedures and guidelines within the whole regional area. The role contributes to the development of regional strategies, which are translated into action plans and day-to-day tasks. The role provides support and/or technical guidance to country operations while overseeing activities with regional scope.

The Regional Project Manager holds overall responsibility for the achievement of project intended results, ensuring that deliverables are submitted on time and to a high standard and that the programme is delivering against its intended objectives, and ensuring an integrated vision among different components and actors. The Regional Project Manager will serve as the principal point of contact with the donor, oversee the programme components, be responsible for risk management of the programme as well ensuring robust and meaningful programme learning and adaptation is embedded.

The position can be based in Nairobi (Kenya) and opened for national and international applicants and is Non-accompagnied.

Responsibilities :

Management & Leadership

Ensure high-quality technical program monitoring through hands-on guidance and support grounded in the program’s strategic objectives and adherence to donor requirements. Overall responsible for program and budget monitoring;
Recruit and directly supervise project staff in line with DRC HR policies and input from the consortium members;
Co-Chair the project steering committee, ensuring key information on the project is available to senior members of the consortium and decisions are taken to support the effectiveness of the consortium;
Document and disseminate key steering committee decisions, roll-out the decisions and follow-up as required;
Monitor work plan and keep partners accountable to program commitments;
Oversee and manage the programme’s relationship with local government authorities and other stakeholders, including representing the programme in local, national, and international meetings and events as appropriate.

Compliance & support

The Regional Project Manager will manage and guide a Finance Coordinator to provide supervision and monitoring of the programme support aspects of the consortium;
Provide logistical oversight to consortium partners on contract inception, implementation, and closeout activities, including preparation of the sub-grants, sub-grant briefing materials for partners, required approvals, waivers, allowances, funding, procurement, property inventory, and audit file documentation as well as maintain a knowledge base of different processes and requirements for fund and project management ;
The Regional Project Manager will provide support to the Finance and Admin Coordinator, to verify all financial reports and expenditure, lead and coordinate the auditing process, maintain knowledge of all donor requirements and be able to provide advice to partners in finance, procurement, human resource, and visibility requirements;
Oversee financial management, project accounting systems, sub-grant management, and ensure operational efficiency through monitoring partner financial reports, providing guidance on cost eligibility, acting as the donor focal point to clarify rules and processes, and supporting the implementation of corrective measures when required;
Maintain country-specific and project wide risk register, consolidating agency specific risks at the consortium level, ensuring all risks have appropriate ownership, are monitored and mitigation and response measures are in place;
Respond accordingly to risk escalation and ensure periodic review and discussion of risk management with relevant risk owners and relevant consortium governance bodies.

Program inplemtation & Strategy

Ensure synergies and inter-communication between project and support staffs;
Ensure the timely delivery of agreed outputs of the project and ensuring quality program implementation in line with the agreed strategy;
Ensure the effective implementation of project activities in country through direct leadership of the country-specific governance bodies and working groups. Provide hands on support and guidance to the team leaders;
Supervise and coordinate the implementation of project sub-components and activities with partners;
Lead the work planning process with partners and coordinate between partners to ensure complimentary activities and sequencing among activities and between projects;
Ensure quality technical inputs into the design and delivery of the program activities including field implementation;
Oversee activities between result areas to ensure that they are integrated and synergistic;
Ensure the timely delivery of agreed outputs of the consortium and ensuring quality program implementation in line with the agreed strategy;
Oversee planning, program design and delivery of consortium objectives, and budgets.

Representation & Advocay

Serve as primary project representative to donor and other local and international stakeholders, responsible for addressing all project matters;
In coordination with country level Advocacy Working Groups and relevant partner focal points, develop and maintain positive relations with relevant ministries and other government counterparts, donors, local organizations and program partners ;
Provide support to the development and roll-out of project communication strategies, including compliance with donor’s branding and marking requirements ;
Assists with the coordination of visits of donors, and/or partners related to the project.

Reporting & communications

Monitor program implementation and ensure regular reporting ;
Lead the development of final donor reports ;
Establish and maintain clear lines of communication with project staff ;
Provide technical assistance, as needed, to staffs on financial compliance and reporting ;
Support the Finance and Admin Coordinator receive, consolidate, prepare and submit annual and quarterly financial and reports to the donor ;
Ensure timely financial and narrative reports in line with donor and DRC system requirements ;
Review actual financial performance against the budget, and explain variances on a regular basis ;
Ensure that the Finance and Admin Coordinator share regular budget vs actual reports and other financial information required for effective project management ;
Ensure the DRC online project management database is regularly updated.

Business Development

Identifying, researching and developing new funding opportunities;
Lead and coordinate and the development of full proposals, from conception to submission.

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.

Experience and Technical comptencies (included year of experience)

A minimum of 5 years’ senior management experience working in international humanitarian and/or development aid, ideally with experience in a similar role (Regional Project Manager, Chief of Party, Deputy Chief of Party, Team Lead, Deputy Team Lead);
Demonstrated experience in managing large multi-location programs in complex operating environments, preferably with experience managing multi-organization teams;
Master’s degree in international relations, business administration, management, human rights, social sciences or related field;
Robust analytical and strategic planning skills; · Strong experience in management of finance and budget monitoring, financial forecasting, and risk management; ·
Demonstrable track record of meeting or exceeding program targets, whilst maintaining technical quality;
High-level communications and interpersonal skills; ·
A demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with donors, partners, local organizations, and other stakeholders
Full professional proficiency in English.

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November 5, 2024
Regional Project Finance Coordinator Regional Humanitarian Disarmament & Peacebuilding Manager

About the job

This Finance Coordinator provides overall advice, coordination, and technical support on finance to the project team.
This role has a regional focus and ensures compliance to DRC procedures and guidelines within the whole regional area. The role contributes to the development of strategies, which are translated into action plans and day-to-day tasks. The role provides support and/or technical guidance to areas of operation under the project scope.

Your main duties and responsibilities will be:

Support

Support the development and implementation of financial management capacity building of staff
Provide technical support and advice to the Finance team

Financial Management

In close cooperation with the Project Manager, reinforce existing procedures and systems for financial management and control in compliance with guidelines of DRC’s Operations Handbook, internal guidelines and donor requirements
Support timely delivery of quality financial reports to donors and internal reports to colleagues and HQ
Ensure compliance with relevant country statutory and other financial obligations such as tax, levies and statutory returns
Monthly financial briefings to the Project Manager
Ensure thorough and effective budgetary control in the Project
Liaise with the Project Manager on key financial issues for the project, including co-funding, financial reporting, key variances and any remedial action
Collecting cash forecasts from the Project Manager and requesting funds in a timely manner
Maintain a continuous overview of funding levels and pay particular attention to shared support costs, including staff salaries
Ensure all required documentation for financial audits in cooperation with Coordination staff and HQ
Ensure monthly meetings are held with the project manager to discuss key variances, reasons for these, and any remedial action that is required
Prepare for local audits
Contribute to the development of proposals with regards to budgeting in cooperation with the Project Manager

About you

To be successful in this role we expect the following:

Minimum 3-5 years’ of international practical experience in financial management
Proven experience in managing large budgets
Competence in providing technical guidance and training
Proven experience in working with national partners, local/government authorities
Working experience with relevant donors (e.g. UNHCR, ECHO, OFDA, WFP, DFID or BPRM guidelines)
Advanced proficiency in Excel
Full professional proficiency in English
Master’s degree in Finance/Accounting or Business Administration

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November 5, 2024
Peacebuilding Intern ReDSS Learning Specialist

Purpose:

The Peacebuilding Intern will support the Humanitarian Disarmament and Peacebuilding (HDP) project in the implementation of activities in Garissa County (Dadaab) operation. He/She is primarily responsible for supporting the implementation of the peacebuilding project activities aimed at ensuring the targeted indicators and project outputs are achieved. The Peacebuilding Intern tasks includes, but not limited to working directly with Refugee community in Dadaab Refugee Camps and host community within the project area and local authorities to strengthen their capacity to improve safety at the community level. Will directly be involved to reviewing assessments to cases of insecurity claims, facilitating community dialogues on conflict, provide training on conflict management and support the strengthening of community – formal security provider relationships. He/She will adhere to DRC security procedures and regulations, adherence to DRC standard regulations and operational procedures (including the Code of Conduct, the DRC Programme Manual and administrative regulations). The intern will work with a team of HDP unit staff which include officers, assistants, general support and community workers.

Key Responsibilities:
Project Management and Development:

Assist in the development and implementation of HDP project workplans focused on peacebuilding interventions.
Strategically mobilize targeted community, security, and local administration participants in the project target areas.
Support project assistant in delivering trainings and workshops to the targeted participants.
Support in the organization and planning of community dialogue meetings involving community leaders, stakeholders, and project staff in peacebuilding interventions.
Ensure other tasks assigned by the Team Leader are executed promptly, efficiently and in accordance with DRC operational guidelines.
Ensure accountability in all expenses and compile all receipts according to DRC financial guidelines.

Monitoring, Reporting and Evaluation:

Maintain accurate records and documentation of project activities and outcomes.
Support the MEAL Officer to collect and analyze data to improve project approaches and interventions.
Support in documentation of best practices, success stories and case studies to enhance project outcomes.
Submit weekly activity reports to the supervisor.

Coordination & Partnerships:

Support the coordination of project activities, including scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, and taking minutes.
Collaborate with the HDP team for smooth implementation of peacebuilding activities.
Promote collaboration and synergy between the DRC host community projects and the similar projects/groups in the refugee camps.

Qualifications & Experience:

Exceptional understanding of local dynamics that lead to conflict and violence (in arid and Semi-Arid parts of Kenya).
Open-minded and committed to finding non-violent ways to mitigate conflict and promote inter-communal peace and collaboration.
Cultural and gender sensitivity.
A team player: able to demonstrate a constructive, cooperative and problem-solving approach.
Knowledge of the key issues/challenges and trends with regard to sustainable peacebuilding initiatives in refugee and host community set up.
Experience in the use of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and knowledge of spreadsheet and database package.
Flexible, with ability to work and handle multiple tasks and meet strict deadlines.
Strong planning, organization and problem-solving skills with ability to work hands-on, independently, and within a team
Strong communication (written & spoken) and interpersonal skills.

Education:

A Diploma or university Degree preferably in Peace studies, Conflict Management, Social sciences or closely related field

Languages:

Written and spoken fluency in English and Kiswahili
Fluency in Somali language is an added advantage

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November 5, 2024
Project Manager – ECHO Team Leader Economic Recovery – P2P Project

Overall purpose of the role:

The post-holder will provide leadership and day to day management, technical support and oversight of an upcoming ECHO-funded protection consortium. DRC will be the lead agency of consortia including both international and local organizations, and the PM should have experience in coordinating multi-partner consortia and working with local organizations. The Program Manager will be responsible for coordinating the project across the consortium members and overseeing the day-to-day implementation of the DRC team to meet project goals. The PM will act as the main point of contact for the respective donors in consultation with the Head of Programmes (HoP) and directly supervise project staff in coordination with the DRC Area Manager including being responsible for managing the expectations of and relationships between all project partners, target population and stakeholders. The PM will preferably have experience in protection programming in refugee contexts.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Project Management, Development, Monitoring and Evaluation

Ensure the project is implemented in ways responsive to the beneficiary communities, donor compliance procedures and vision/mission of each of the partner organizations. This includes working closely with consortium members, national/local government, relevant stakeholders and community structures to successfully implement and strengthen local capacity.
Ensure that the project has appropriate monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning systems established (including impact evaluation), and that the project reporting is delivered
Ensure project activities are delivered according to the agreed project proposal and implementation plan, and that all activities and deliverables are completed within the agreed timeframe and budget, reports are submitted as per the agreed schedule and formats are fulfilled as specified in signed agreements.
Ensure work plans are regularly updated in collaboration with the project team, ensure project plans and project tracking tools are used by the project team, and monitor project activity implementation.
Ensure community participatory planning and targeting in line with project design and needs, and following donor compliance procedures.
Provide on-site support through frequent visits to all project sites.
Engage with the various technical staff from DRC and partners to facilitate support to the team.
Serves as the primary contact with respect to project implementation for the donor and strategic stakeholders.

Technical Expertise

Provide technical assistance to implementing teams in areas of protection, working alongside project partners, Regional Office technical coordinators and DRC Kenya colleagues
Provide oversight to MEAL teams, including supervision of the PMU MEAL Officer
Lead on development of the protection monitoring deliverables

Training & Capacity development

Identify training needs of team and explore options for meeting them.
Provide continuous technical support and mentorship for all project staff and partners in the project in order to develop their professional and technical competencies.
Ensure that minimum standards for project management and accountability are met.

Coordination & Partnership

Coordinate the day-to-day implementation of the project and ensure effective integration among the consortium members, with special attention for the specific needs and expectations of the project objectives/aims.
Ensure proper communication mechanisms are in place to guarantee effective and timely communication between project staff and the consortium members and management.
Participate in regular external stakeholder meetings, and maintain external relations with the relevant government agencies, and stakeholders across the project areas.
Ensure there is a system for networking and communication with relevant local government line departments, DRS (Department of Refugee Services), UNHCR, relevant actors, and community representation in the project areas.
Promote collaboration and synergy between the consortium member project activities and similar projects, businesses and activities in the project areas.
Promote a positive profile of the project and good understanding among other actors and communities about the project.
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with all stakeholders.
Represent the project at interagency coordination meetings as well as other key stakeholder forums related to the sector.

Budget Management

The post holder will oversee the project budget responsible for budget monitoring, cash forecasting and BFU reviews while working closely with DRC and partners. Will oversee the project budget in order to maintain project expenditure within budget parameters, ensuring adherence to DRC financial procedures and donor requirements.
Track budget spending and ensure timely reviews of financial transactions and budget utilization every month.
Support team members to utilize financial planning tools, such as spending plans, procurement plans, and work-plans based on activities and budgets.
Work closely with the respective Area Programme and the Country Office team in budget drafting and revision processes as per identified/prioritized needs of the project.

Staff Management

Directly lead, manage and motivate the project staff and partners. Ensure that they have clear objectives and receive regular supervision and reviews. Develop a plan, and oversee management, of all project staff.
Ensure appropriate participation of staff in project management, day to day implementation and decision making, and escalating issues as per the consortium governance structure.
Ensure project staff members attend and participate in weekly and monthly office management meetings as per schedule.
Ensure timely recruitment and replacement if the need arises of highly competent project staffs.
Monitor and provide objective feedback related to staff performance, including objective-setting, probation & performance evaluations to promote growth and development.

Experience and Technical Competence

At least 5+ years of experience working in multi-donor-funded and/or multi-stakeholder projects or programmes managing protection programs in refugee settings
Experienced and excellent demonstratable understanding of project cycle management.
Able to navigate between consortium members, their workstyles, and their agenda’s.
Experienced working with and implementing projects aimed at addressing challenges faced by displacement affected entrepreneurs to maintain and grow their businesses.
Experience in capacity-building staff, and in convening and facilitating trainings and workshops
Excellent analytical and report-writing skills
Has excellent communication (spoken and written) and presentation skills
Excellent planning and organizational skills coupled with conflict management skills
Experience with remote management of staff
Possess a sense of cultural awareness, sensitivity and respect for diversity
Strong organizational, team spirit and team work skills

Education

Master’s in Development Economics; International Development, Entrepreneurship, Business Administration, or other relevant fields, or Bachelors with relevant work experience.

Key stakeholders:

Internal

Consortia partners
DRC SMT and Area Managers

External

Relevant County and national government line ministries
UNHCR, DRS, relevant Government of Kenya departments
Relevant Inter-agency working groups
Project Donor

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November 5, 2024
Regional Digital Communications Officer_Re-advertisement

Overall purpose of the role

Reporting directly to the Regional Advocacy and Communications Manager, the Regional Digital Communications Officer is part of the Regional Advocacy and Communications Unit and will be responsible for pushing forward the implementation of DRC EAGL’s communication strategy and further develop DRC’s communications work.
The Regional Digital Communications Officer will be responsible for leading on and supporting the design and delivery of external and internal communications products for DRC EAGL and supporting country offices in the region in their communications work. This will include the development of a range of products to reach identified targets including (but not limited to) the donor community, public in donor countries, public in the region, decision-makers in the region and globally, and staff across the organisation.

Responsibilities

Social media

Ensure that the regional social media strategy is developed, reviewed, updated, and monitored as necessary, and aligns with relevant global and regional strategies.
In coordination with the Regional Advocacy and Communications Manager, manage DRC EAGL social media accounts, including through developing a content plan and engaging with country programmes to include their content on social media channels.
Ensure content and channel management and community engagement across owned channels, in close collaboration with the Regional Communication Officer and country teams.
Implement digital analytics tools.
Create compelling reports outlining key learnings, as well as meaningful implications and actionable recommendations to help achieve DRC’s goals and strategies.
Regularly engage with communications leads in DRC country programmes across the EGAL region to provide ad-hoc support, support in the development of social media strategies, and identify training needs.

Support to country programmes.

Provide additional graphic and map design support to country offices in order to make the best use of capacities across the region.
Ensure that all DRC sign-off procedures are followed.
Regularly update DRC intranet with content from DRC EAGL.
Strategic communications products and design
Support the Business Development Coordinator in the design of outward-facing products, including concept notes and proposals, and compelling infographics, ensuring they all adhere to branding guidelines.
Lead and otherwise contribute to the development of communications standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Monitor how communications products are engaged with and utilise feedback to adapt future communications initiatives.
Ensure that visibility requirements linked to regional products are met; where regional projects involve working with partner organisations, ensure that partners are equitably included in design and delivery of communications strategies and work; and are promoted equally alongside DRC.
Ensure that DRC brand guidelines are followed across all DRC EAGL communications, including ensuring all country programmes are familiar with and following brand guidelines.
Lead the planification and content development of online campaign, including for World Refugee Day, World Humanitarian Day and other key events.

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.

Experience and technical competencies:

A minimum of Two (2) years of relevant work experience in digital and social media, communication, and public relations within the aid sector.
Degree in communication, journalism, public relations, or related field with preference in Studies in Media, Digital Communication Graphic Design and Visual Communications.
Proven Experience in social media management ((Facebook, X, LinkedIn and YouTube) and strategies
Proven Experience with online acquisition and reporting tools (Facebook Insights, Google Analytics, Twitter Analytics).
Experience and strong strategic communications judgement in terms of messaging, tone, and style for different contexts and needs.
Proficient in with the Adobe suite design programs (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Adobe Premier)
Excellent production and creativity skills.
GIS capacity is a strong advantage.
Robust understanding of website and social media best practices.
Experience in generating content and storytelling with an understanding of the protection risks and ‘do no harm’ approaches.
Excellent oral, written and copyediting skills and demonstrated ability to write and develop strong communication and advocacy materials.
Experience in photography and handing a professional camera and accessories.

Behavioural competencies:

A passion for advocacy and humanitarian outcomes.
Good attention to detail.
High level analytical and strategic thinking skills.
Cultural awareness and ability to build relationships quickly with a wide variety of people.
Patient, adaptable, flexible, able to improvise and remain responsive and communicate clearly and effectively under pressure.
Excellent planning, management, and coordination skills, with the ability to organise a substantial workload comprised of complex, diverse tasks and responsibilities.
Strong communication (written and spoken), and interpersonal skills, with experience in coordinating multicultural teams.
Commitment to Danish Refugee Council values.

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November 5, 2024
Re-Advertisement Regional Communications Specialist Programme Officer (BORESHA NABAD) Inclusive Markets Coordinator (BORESHA NABAD) Executive Support Specialist _Re-Advertisement Consortium Programme Manager (BORESHA NABAD)

The overall purpose of the role:

Reporting directly to the Regional Advocacy and Communications Manager, the Regional Communications Specialist is part of the Regional Advocacy and Communications Unit and will be responsible for pushing forward the implementation of DRC EAGL’s communication strategy and further develop DRC’s communications work.

The Regional Communications Specialist will be responsible for leading on and supporting the design and delivery of external and internal communications products for DRC EAGL and supporting country offices in the region in their communications work. This will include the development of a range of products to reach identified targets including (but not limited to) the donor community, public in donor countries, public in the region, decision-makers in the region and globally, and staff across the organisation.

Responsibilities

Strategic communications and development of communications products

Collect case study stories, photos, and videos from DRC programmes across the EAGL region as part of regional communications initiatives and to support country programmes where necessary, including through regular visits to DRC operations. Ensure that approaches to informed consent and ‘do no harm’ approaches to communications are followed.
Ensure that the Regional Communication Strategy is developed, reviewed, updated, and monitored as necessary, and aligns with relevant global and regional strategies.
Design factsheets and regional programme profiles in support of advocacy, business development, and external representation engagements.
Support the Business Development Coordinator in the design of outward-facing products, including concept notes and proposals, ensuring they all adhere to branding guidelines.
Commission consultants where necessary to provide technical expertise or additional capacity on regional communications initiatives and manage the consultancy contracts.
Adapt content to be shared across multiple different styles of external communication e.g. long-form blog posts and short-form social media channels
Lead and otherwise contribute to the development of communications standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Monitor how communications products are engaged with and utilise feedback to adapt future communications initiatives.
Ensure that visibility requirements linked to regional products are met; where regional projects involve working with partner organisations, ensure that partners are equitably included in design and delivery of communications strategies and work; and are promoted equally alongside DRC.
Ensure there is appropriate age and gender awareness and considerations in all DRC EAGL communications.
Ensure that DRC brand guidelines are followed across all DRC EAGL communications, including ensuring all country programmes are familiar with and following brand guidelines.
Build solid relationships with the media and handle media requests.
Regularly update DRC intranet with content from DRC EAGL.

Support to country programmes.

Regularly engage with communications leads in DRC country programmes across the EGAL region to provide ad-hoc support, support in the development of communications strategies, and identify training needs.
Support country programmes in providing communications capacity strengthening to national and local organisations and ensuring that communications strategies are co-designed equitably with partner organisations.
Ensure that country programmes are effectively utilising funds for visibility contained with programme grants, ensuring they are put to strategic use in support of communications objectives.
Ensure that all DRC sign-off procedures are followed.
Where necessary and requested, provide additional support to country offices during significant communications moments e.g. the organization of public events

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.

Experience and technical competencies:

A minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience in communication, journalism, project or programme management, campaign management and advocacy within INGO or NGO sector
Bachelor’s degree in communication, Journalism, Public Relations and Advocacy ; Master’s degree in communication, public relations, journalism (print, broadcast, media) or social sciences (human rights, gender/women’s studies, international development) or a related field would be an added advantage.
Relevant experience of delivering a range of communications products, including physical and online content. Desirable experience working in the aid sector.
Demonstrated Experience in generating content and storytelling with an understanding of the protection risks and ‘do no harm’ approaches and ability to capture programmes impact through photography and video and share via relevant platforms.
Have experience and hands on knowledge on planning and designing of communication activities and communication media (print or electronic or social media).
Excellent oral, written and copyediting skills and demonstrated ability to write and develop strong communication and advocacy materials.
Experience in photography and handing a professional camera and accessories.
A great storyteller and content creator with the
Expertise on computers, graphics designing and MS Office software packages, and English composing and typing skill in computer.
Full proficiency in spoken and written English. French is an added advantage.
Willingness to travel to all project locations.
Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign).

Behavioural competencies:

A passion for communications and humanitarian outcomes.
Good attention to detail.
High level analytical and strategic thinking skills.
Cultural awareness and ability to build relationships quickly with a wide variety of people.
Patient, adaptable, flexible, able to improvise and remain responsive and communicate clearly and effectively under pressure.
Excellent planning, management, and coordination skills, with the ability to organise a substantial workload comprised of complex, diverse tasks and responsibilities.
Strong communication (written and spoken), and interpersonal skills, with experience in coordinating multicultural teams.
Commitment to Danish Refugee Council values.

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November 5, 2024
Consortium Communications Coordinator

Overall purpose of the role:

The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is leading a consortium of partners in implementation of the EU-funded BORESHA NABAD programme implemented across Mandera, Kenya, Dollo Ado, Ethiopia and Gedo, Somalia. Building upon BORESHA I, II and III, BORESHA NABAD is centered on enhancing the effectiveness of conflict prevention and mitigation, disaster risk reduction and management, and resilience-building in cross-border communities. DRC is partnering with Rural Agency for Community Development (RACIDA), Voice for Peace for All in the Horn of Africa (VOPA) and Mandera Women for Peace and Development (WFPD) to deliver BORESHA NABAD.

DRC is seeking a dynamic and self-motivated individual to drive the overall development and implementation of the BORESHA-NABAD project’s communication and visibility plan in line with DRC and- EU’s communications and visibility strategies. The ideal candidate will closely work with other DRC offices and consortium partner teams and will be required to provide support in accordance with the project’s needs and requirements, ensuring communication deliverables meet the standards and required guidelines.

The position is opened to Kenyan, Ethiopian and Somalian national applicants.

The role will have the following key responsibilities :

Work on the development, implementation, and coordination of the project’s communication and visibility strategy as per DRC and EU communications and visibility guidelines;
Regularly coordinate and host consortium communications meetings with the consortium partners’ focal points to stay informed about planned activities, upcoming events, and campaigns, and provide guidance and support as needed to coordinate and align the project’s communication and visibility approaches with the programme implementation and reporting;
Create content for the BORESHA-NABAD website and social media handles and ensure timely updates of the project news and activities across these platforms while ensuring compliance with the donor and DRC guidelines;
Track media coverage opportunities and undertake regular media monitoring (on social and traditional media) for references to project activities;
Develop and edit photos, videos, web articles, tweets, social media posts, press releases, and monthly newsletters with project colleagues and manage an editorial calendar for the proposed thematic contents as necessary;
Work with the programme, M&E, and partnership coordinators to train field staff and local partners and develop easy-to-follow communication materials and templates;
Provide technical support to the supply chain team in the procurement of communication materials and maintain an up to-date filing system for all communication materials, including photos and other contents;
Help with programme and donor events, including developing communication and visibility materials for high level events in a short notice.

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.

Experience and Technical comptencies (included years of experience)

University degree in communications, journalism, international relations, or other relevant discipline.
Minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in a similar role, or as a writer and context developer in communications for development, preferably in peacebuilding and livelihood programmes setting.
Experience in communications strategy development and implementation in a consortium setting.
Strong graphic design skills and ability to use all related Adobe and social media tools, Google Analytics, and content management systems.
Photography and video editing skills is required.
Excellent consortium coordination skills to effectively liaise with all project partners staff and external stakeholders involved in the project.
Ability to develop communication and visibility materials for high-level events in a short notice.
Ability to take the initiative to suggest creative solutions for social media platforms; Demonstrated experience to initiate and suggest creative solutions for social media platforms and maintain social media campaigns.
Fluency in written and oral English is required ( to be tested)
Familiarity and knowledge of cross-cultural dynamics in any of the program target locations.

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November 5, 2024
Policy Lead (Chief of Party)

Overall purpose of the role:

In order to effectively implement these objectives, the project requires dedicated personnel with expertise in policy analysis, government relations, stakeholder engagement, and designing and delivering initiatives aimed at strengthening the capacity of government and institutions. The Policy Lead (Output 2 Lead) position is crucial for driving policy influencing initiatives and facilitating collaboration between the project and governmental stakeholders in Kenya, Somalia, and Ethiopia. The incumbent will play a central role in ensuring that project stakeholder engagement and interventions are informed by a nuanced understanding of local contexts and are aligned with national and sub-national policy frameworks.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Lead the implementation and adaptation of the project’s Output 2 strategy, including identifying opportunities and designing initiatives that strengthen the capacity of government and partner institutions (including security structures) to be more inclusive, trusted, effective, and able to deliver long-term stability and advance gender equality.
Where appropriate and feasible, delivery of capacity building initiatives to project stakeholders, through mentorship, training and innovative approaches.
Support the implementation of the project’s wider project political strategy, serving as a project focal point for key stakeholders, including government, security, civil society organizations and implementing partners involved in the project.
Government Engagement: Lead the day-to-day engagement with government entities in line with the project’s stakeholder engagement strategy, and oversee the project’s engagement strategy at sub-national level:

Government of Kenya (GoK): at national, county, and sub-county levels, including cross-border stakeholders.
Government of Ethiopia (GoE): at national and regional (Somali Region) levels
Federal Government of Somalia (FGS): at national and state (Jubaland) levels

Stakeholder Engagement Strategy: Maintain and update a stakeholder engagement strategy, ensuring that the project’s Stakeholder Matrix is up to date and effectively utilised.
Integration of Engagement into Intervention Design: Ensure the integration of national and sub-national engagement insights into the design of the project’s grant interventions, ensuring alignment with project goals and stakeholder needs.
Lead development of the programme’s policy and advocacy strategy, informed by the project’s research and analysis component, by leading a deep political and policy assessment of each target country and identifying key legislative and policy interventions that could strengthen the government’s capacity to improve peace and stability in the borderlands.
Coordination and Data Validation: Coordinate with the Violence Monitoring Lead to provide briefings at the sub-national level and validate data with key stakeholders to ensure accuracy and relevance.
Reporting and Learning: Contribute to project quarterly reporting and participate in the development of learning products and events to share insights and best practices.

Experience and technical competencies:

Extensive experience (at least 8-10 years) working in policy analysis, security sector reform, rule of law, government relations, or a similar role within the context of peacebuilding, conflict resolution, or development projects.
Proven track record of successfully engaging with government and security sector entities and stakeholders at various levels.
Strong analytical skills and the ability to conduct in-depth political and policy analyses.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with diverse stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize tasks effectively, and meet deadlines in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
Experience working in the East Africa region, particularly in Kenya, Somalia, or Ethiopia, is highly desirable.
Understanding of conflict dynamics, peacebuilding approaches, and development principles is essential.
Commitment to the principles of inclusivity, diversity, and gender equality.

Education

Advanced degree in Political Science, International Relations, Development Studies, Public Policy, or a related field.

Language:

Fluency in English is required,
Knowledge of Swahili, Somali, or Amharic is an advantage

Key stakeholders:

DW Leadership
Governments and other project stakeholders
Grantees
DRC Regional and HQ counterparts

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November 5, 2024
Regional Safeguarding & Code of Conduct Specialist – Re advertisement

Overall purpose of the role:

Conducting investigations within the EAGL region into allegations of violations of breach of DRC’s Safeguarding and Code of Conduct policies including allegations of SEAH, corruption, theft, and financial fraud as assigned to him by the Regional Safeguarding and Code of conduct Coordinator (ReSCO).

The position can be based in, Nairobi (Kenya), Bujumbura (Burundi), Djibouti or DR Congo and opened to national applicants.

The role will have the following key responsibilities :

Effectively plan and execute impartial, thorough, timely and survivor-sensitive investigations into allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual abuse and exploitation, child abuse, trafficking, corruption, theft, financial fraud among others ;
Obtain, review and maintain relevant documentation related to an investigation;
Conduct interviews of the complainant/survivor, reporting person and other relevant witnesses;
Take statements; analyses facts, determines findings, and evidence;
Advise on the provision of survivor-centered support to survivors and witnesses  ;
Provide regular updates on the status of the investigations to the ReSCO ;
Prepare detailed written investigation reports which will be submitted to the ReSCO ;
Maintain organized, confidential, and thorough investigation files  ;
Identify and propose relevant key lessons learned from investigations for the organization to consider when revising policies, procedures, and training  ;
Prepares complete and concise investigation reports and conducts post-investigation tasks;
Provide training and capacity building activities on the Code of Conduct, SEAH Policy to relevant staff and other stakeholders;
Performs other investigative duties as required or directed by the ReSCO.

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.

Experience and Technical comptencies (included years of experience)

At least 6-years work experience in relevant field INGO or other agencies experience in Safeguarding;
At least two (3) years’ experience as a trained and practicing investigator, especially of fraud and corruption cases  ;
Bachelor’s degree in Criminology, Law, Human rights or any other relevant experience;
CHS PSEAH Investigation or other investigation certificates;
Experience working in the humanitarian aid or development sector with INGOs
Experience working in an international organization with other cultures 
Strong verbal and written communication skills. 
Experience in conducting training sessions, facilitating meetings
Able to work professionally and with a high degree of confidentiality at all times;
Fluent and articulate in spoken and written English;
Advanced knowledge in spoken and Written French: Mandatory
Ability to work independently, but also coordinate effectively as part of a team;
Strong computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point).

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job.drc.ngo

November 5, 2024