DRC recrute un coordinateur de projet, Arua, Ouganda

DRC recrute un coordinateur de projet, Arua, Ouganda

Job title : Project Coordinator

Reporting to : Head of Programme

Location : ARUA with 50% travel to the field and Kampala

Overall purpose of the role :

Contributing to the Uganda Refugee Response Plan’s 2020 – 2021 strategic objective of transitioning from in-kind to cash-based assistance and in line with the inter-agency objective of providing household-level assistance to refugees through a people-centered, basic needs approach, the Uganda Cash Consortium (UCC), led by the Danish Refugee Council (DRC), has submitted a proposal to DG-ECHO to assist newly arrived as well as the most vulnerable long-term refugees in Uganda’s South West and West Nile regions through the provision of multi-purpose cash transfers (MPCT) as a means to address immediate, basic non-food needs.

Leading DRC’s implementing teams will be the Project Coordinator. The Project Coordinator will be the highest-ranking field-based staff who is 100% dedicated to the project and, therefore, will be responsible for the overall project management and implementation of the anticipated cash project. Managed by DRC’s Head of Program, the Project Coordinator will be responsible for maintaining technical rigor across DRC’s ECHO-funded cash interventions, ensuring adherence to best practices in cash programming and consistency and harmonization across areas of implementation. Furthermore, the Project Coordinator will ensure that all activities are comprehensively planned, implemented and adapted based on ongoing monitoring and learning. The Project Coordinator will also be responsible for submitting quality reports, reviewing and revising project documents, maintaining donor and organizational compliance and contributing to coordination efforts with the UCC’s project management unit and partners.

This appointment is subject to DRC successfully securing funding from DG-ECHO.

Key duties and responsibilities :

Coordination and Supervision :

• Overall responsibility for the recruitment and technical supervision of the field-based ECHO project teams, including ensuring positive and collaborative working relationships in line with DRC’s Code of Conduct and assessing staff capacity to provide or recommend relevant training or coaching as needed ;
• Coordinate all technical activities and oversee implementation of the project according to contract objectives, ensuring the project meets or exceeds agreed targets, annual planning and budgeting processes for the project with full accountability to the DRC and DG-ECHO ;
• Identify and effectively manage due diligence and all associated key risks related to the project’s activities ;
• Ensure that technical, financial, and operational activities, including reporting, are carried out according to DG-ECHO’s and DRC’s policies and procedures ;
• Represent the DG-ECHO project publicly at the site level, including in working groups, coordination fora with other agencies, and in providing a direct link in communications between the respective field office and the Kampala country office.

Programme and Technical Oversight :

• Provide technical oversight of all DG-ECHO cash programming in Uganda, ensuring achievement in accordance with targets, on time, within budget, consistent with high impact quality programming and in compliance with core protection principles and best practices, and DRC and donor regulations ;
• Support the UCC’s project management unit and DRC Head of Program by contributing to the strategic direction of the DG-ECHO project through active and ongoing participation in regular program reviews, monitoring and lesson learning exercises ;
• Ensure integration of technical inputs from other sector specialists, such as DRC’s Global Cash Advisor and country Protection Coordinator, to ensure high quality programming.

Support Services :

• Coordinate with Area Managers and relevant Support Services functions to support financial and operational management of the project according to DG-ECHO and DRC standards for compliance ;
• Support the establishment of efficient and effective systems and procedures to monitor and demonstration of Value for Money.

Experience and technical competencies :

• An advanced degree in a related field, such as economics, international development or the social sciences ;
• A minimum of 8 years of experience working in international humanitarian and/or development aid, preferably with displaced populations, and with at least 4 years in project management ;
• Technical expertise and experience in cash programming ;
• Robust analytical and strategic planning skills ;
• Demonstrable track record of meeting or exceeding programme targets, whilst maintaining technical quality ;
• Highly diplomatic with excellent political awareness and understanding ;
• High-level communications and interpersonal skills ;
• A demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with host governments, donors, partners, local organizations, and other stakeholders ;
• Fluent in written and spoken English.

Additional preferred background experience : Experience managing DG-ECHO projects.

Education : Master’s degree in economics, international development or social sciences, or comparable demonstrated practical experience.

Languages : Excellent verbal and written English.

Interested candidates who meet the required qualifications and experience are invited to submit updated CV and cover letter explaining their motivation and why they are suited for the post.

We only accept applications sent via our online-application form on www.drc.dk under Vacancies. Applications close on 4th April, 2021.

Equal Opportunity :

Gender Equality : DRC is committed to achieving gender parity in staffing at all levels in light of this, women candidates are particularly encouraged to apply to bridge the gender gap.

Equal Opportunity : DRC is an equal opportunity employer, we value diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment based on mutual respect for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, disability status, religion, ethinic origin, colour, race, marital status or other protected characteristics.

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.

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