4MI Project Officer (National contract)

We are looking for a highly qualified, independent to join our DRC/DDG team in Libya.

Who are we?

The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a humanitarian, non-governmental, non-profit organisation founded in 1956 that works in more than 30 countries throughout the world. DRC fulfils its mandate by providing direct assistance to conflict-affected and vulnerable populations – refugees, internally displaced persons (IDPs) and host communities in the conflict areas of the world; and by advocating on behalf of conflict-affected populations internationally. DRC has been working in the Maghreb region, including Libya, Tunisia and Algeria since 2011.   

 The Danish Refugee Council in Libya is in the process of establishing a 4Mi network of monitors and implement migration flow monitoring in multiple locations throughout the country. 4Mi – the Mixed Migration Monitoring Mechanism Initiative – was first implemented by the Regional Mixed Migration Secretariat (RMMS) in Nairobi for the Horn of Africa region. 4Mi data gathering mechanism ensures an improved data collection and enable an enhanced authoritative analysis of migration flows in the region. Interviews will be conducted with migrants, asylum seekers and host communities within Libya. 4MI will, in large part, be responsible for the development of knowledge products that place the Libyan situation in the larger context of protection concerns faced by migrants and asylum seekers throughout Africa.

About the job

Under the supervision of the 4Mi Project Manager, manage and analyze data compiled by 4Mi Monitors and support project implementation. Ensure daily communication and support to field-based 4Mi monitors and various project partners.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Closely manage and support the training of 4Mi Monitors, as well as review their monthly submissions, and process payments and provide timely feedback to field monitors.
• Monitor 4Mi data submissions and work closely with Finance department to make timely payments for all field-based monitors
• Work in close collaboration the 4Mi ICT4D Officer
• Qualitative information made available on monthly and quarterly basis concerning conditions en route, violations, number of deaths and disappearances, protection risks, economy of smuggling and trafficking, migrant intentions and aspirations etc.
• Support the administration, operations, and management of the 4Mi project
• Liaise closely with partners, contractors, key informants, contacts and other interlocutors critical to the success of this project
• Support the 4Mi Project Manager on the creation of a communications strategy for dissemination of 4Mi outputs
• To analyze, and organize data and be adept at some analysis and interpretation of large quantities of data in Microsoft Excel.

• Any additional work tasks in support of the 4Mi management.

• Strong analytical skills and demonstrated command of working with large quantities of data in Microsoft Excel and being able to conduct trends analysis.
• Understanding of IT systems, including Microsoft Office Suite and android-based smart phone settings and applications.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and experience working effectively in a team and/or managing projects remotely with team members of various cultural background.
• High level of organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to produce cogent analyses for a wide variety of audiences.
• Maintains confidentiality on programming operations.
• Must work closely and collaboratively with 4Mi international staff in analyzing combined information sources.
• Enthusiastic about learning and pushing technical limits and finding new solutions.
• Strong verbal and written communication aptitude.

  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 act in line with our vision and values. 

   

  Moreover, we also expect the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field, including but not limited to international relations, public administration, business administration, political science, sociology, psychology, human resources, communication, social science, journalism, or international development

• Written and verbal fluency in English, French and Arabic

We offer

DRC will offer the successful applicant a 5 months contract, renewable dependent on both funding and performance. You must be available to start work from 17/07/2017 and be willing and able to work in Tripoli, Libya.

Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for Expatriates; please refer to www.drc.ngo under Vacancies. This position will be placed at level E2.

Application process

Interested? Then apply for this position by clicking on the apply button. 

If you have questions or are facing problems with the online application process, please contact job@drc.dk

Applications close 07/03/2017. The interviews are expected to take place 10 and 11 of Juky 2017.  

Need further information?

For more details on this position please contact James Martin at hop@drc-libya.org

Please note that applications sent directly to James Martin will not be considered.

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