The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a private, independent, humanitarian
organization working on all aspects of the refugee cause in more than
30 countries throughout the world. The aim of DRC is to protect refugees
and internally displaced persons (IDPs) against persecution and to
promote durable solutions to the problems of forced migration, on the
basis of humanitarian principles and human rights. DRC works in
accordance with the UN Conventions on Refugees and the Code of Conduct
for the ICRC and NGOs in Disaster Relief.
The protection and
assistance to conflict affected population is provided within a long
term, regional and rights based approach in order to constitute a
coherent and effective response to the challenges posed by today’s
conflicts. Assistance consists of relief and other humanitarian aid,
rehabilitation, support to return and repatriation as well as promotion
of long term solutions to displacement and its causes. In addition,
support and capacity building of local and national authorities and NGOs
form an integral part of DRC’s work.
COUNTRY DIRECTOR
Start date: January 2017
Contract: 2 years
ABOUT THE PROGRAMME
DRC
is the process of scaling up and emergency programme in Nigeria
focusing on responding to the huge humanitarian needs and challenges in
the North East of Nigeria. Nigeria’s northeast is currently experiencing
a significant humanitarian crisis, which has been the result of the
ongoing-armed conflict between Boko Haram, the Nigerian military and the
Multi-National Task Force in the north-east.
An estimated 10
million people are affected by the conflict, this has led to a state of
emergency being declared in three north-eastern states and spill-over
effects into neighbouring countries. High insecurity in the region has
made access for humanitarian actors extremely difficult and further
exacerbating the situation.
DRC operations will initially
focus on Borno and Adamawa States where DRC focus on meeting the basic
needs (protection, WASH, food security and shelter) of urban caseloads
and displacement camps, as well as establishing access to affected areas
that have opened in recent months.
You will be based in Abuja
but will be expected to travel on a regular basis to all office
locations, as well as the broader north-east region (depending on
access) and eventually other countries within the region.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Are you ready to pursue an exciting opportunity to join a progressive humanitarian organization in a top leadership role?
And
are you the experienced and knowledgeable Country Director who can lead
the Danish Refugee Council’s new country operation in Nigeria? Then we
want to hear from you.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Overall Purpose of the Role:
You
are expected to provide strategic leadership to the country programme
to ensure that the projects initiated in Nigeria meet the standards set
by DRCs programme handbook and the operational guidelines established in
the Regional Office; to be achieved through effective planning and
coordination.
In addition DRC is looking for someone with
significant leadership skills to help the team adapt to a rapidly
changing context and scale of operation.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Be
a driving force developing the DRC programmes in Nigeria, undertaken in
coordination and consultation with local and international partners.
Represent
Danish Demining Group, DRC’s Armed Violence Reduction (AVR) unit, and
identifying opportunities for integrated DRC/DDG programme development
that focus efforts on conflict transformation, community safety and mine
action in collaboration with DDG’s Regional Manager for West Africa and
Global Spe...t Leads for AVR and mine action.
Oversee the
establishment financial and management systems for the county programme
and provide overall budget monitoring, financial management and expenses
control including compliance with minimum DRC/DDG and donor
requirements.
Overall responsibility for security including
development and ensuring adherence to security procedures, monitoring
the development in the security situation, analysing and provision of
recommendations.
Act as representative for the programme to authorities, donors, partners, and in various co-ordination forums.
To provide strong fundraising abilities and play key role in fundraising and donor contract management.
Design
the Results Contract annually in line with the Regional Strategic
Programme Document and report on it quarterly, incorporating adjustments
as needed.
Lead country level strategic planning processes and take
an active engagement in regional and international policy and planning
fora
The County Director for Nigeria will report to the Regional Director for West Africa who is based in Abidjan, Ivory Coast.
REQUIREMENTS
To be successful in this role you must have:
A
minimum of 10 years of senior management experience with a humanitarian
agency, including experience with large scale emergency response
programmes and operation and a relevant educational background (e.g.
political or social science, international development, economics
In-depth
knowledge of and experience working with displacement issues of both
internal to displaced persons and refugees and related international
standards/frameworks.
Proven ability to design, manage, monitor and
evaluate programmes, preferably with a focus on protection and durable
solutions for refugees, returnees and displaced people.
Experience with financial management, administration, human resource development and logistics.
A systematic approach with starting up programmes and an ability to lead planning processes
Strong ability to collaborate, network and negotiate with local partners, Governments, UN, donors and other NGOs.
Proven
management experience at senior level including capacity building,
training and mentoring, especially in complex humanitarian environments;
Experience in developing fundraising strategies.
Fluent in English is essential (spoken and written). Ability to operate in French is an added advantage.
Work experience from Nigeria and, or the West Africa region is desirable.
PERSONAL QUALITIES:
You
have the ability to motivate and guide staff working in complex and
unpredictable environments and relish the capacity building side of your
job.
You are known to be a strong and confident leader; who on the
one hand is inclusive, approachable and good at delegating while on the
other hand is not afraid to stand alone and take tough decisions, all
the while able to focus on managing your country at a strategic level.
You
have a natural talent for working analytically and find that you excel
in tasks concerning negotiation, advocacy and interpersonal
communication.
Last, but not least, you thrive by working in complex
emergency operation within a changing and insecure environment and as a
result have a natural ability to work well under pressure - that mirrors
your solid personal stamina.
All employees should master DRC's 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.
REMUNERATION
The position is placed at Level A7
Remuneration
and other conditions in accordance with DRC’s Terms of Employment for
Expatriates, which can be found on our website under Vacancies
NOTE
Only motivated applications that address the stipulated duties and meet the required qualifications will be considered.
Please provide references, but do not attach any written recommendations.
We only accept applications sent via our online recruitment system on our website.
CLICK HERE TO APPLY
DUE DATE: 31 December, 2016
Job Opportunity at The Danish Refugee Council (DRC)
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