Senior Government Liaison Officer

 

 

 

DRC is an international non-governmental organization, which promotes and supports durable solutions to the problems faced by refugees and internally displaced people all over the world. With the vision that no displaced person must be in want of help to find protection and durable solutions, DRC provides assistance and protection to conflict-affected in many of the major conflicts in Asia, Africa and Middle East. The assistance can consist of relief and other humanitarian aid, rehabilitation and support to returning home, and the promotion of durable solutions. 

 

 

The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a humanitarian, non-governmental and nonprofit organization, founded in 1956, working in more than 30 countries around the world. DRC promotes and supports durable solutions to the problems faced by refugees and internally displaced people all over the world. With the vision that no displaced person must be in want of help to find protection and durable solutions, DRC provides assistance and protection to conflict-affected in many of the major conflicts in Asia, Africa and Middle East. The assistance can consist of relief and other humanitarian aid, rehabilitation and support to returning home, and the promotion of durable solutions. 

 

 

 

• Review DRC Jordan’s application and reporting system for JORISS  

• Develop offline templates and design process for applications and reporting in order to improve efficiency  

• Keep up to date with any planned changes to the system and adapt templates accordingly  

• Liaise with managers for data collection, reports and analysis as required by Jordanian authorities 

• Be the focal point for compiling and submitting project information for MoPIC applications and ensure all projects are submitted on time and with required information  

• Liaise with sub-grant partners to ensure the process is clear and all documents are received and uploaded on the system  

• Lead and complete the MOI and MOPIC reports liaising with HR, Finance, Programmes and Grants Managers.  

 

Organizational Learning (30 %)  

• Map and document DRC’ current engagement with all government stakeholders and keep up to date contact list of local and national Government contacts 

• Contribute to a government stakeholder mapping and keep updated power and stakeholder analysis related to Jordanian authorities 

• Monitor national media for government statements and perspective on the Syrian refugee crisis in Jordan and share bi-weekly one page update to the PQD manager for wider circulation  

• Keep abreast of government developments regarding humanitarian/resilience coordination and brief the PQDM on changes or relevant issues affecting DRC.  

 

• Attend Monthly Government Liaison meetings and take an active role  

• Support DRC’s efforts to maintain transparent relationships with relevant counterparts within the Government of Jordan  

• Meet with other Agencies reporting officers and take an active role in cross- organizational learning and networking  

• If required, support senior management in representing DRC with Jordanian authorities, local municipalities, as well as coordination bodies and line ministries.  

• Ensure that Arabic/English translation of documents related to Jordanian authorities are factually and grammatically correct 

 

 

• B.Sc. in law, public administration, political science or equivalent. 

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience, preferably in government or government liaison role; 

• Knowledge of Jordanian legislation and policies related to INGO work in the country 

• knowledge of governance and administrative structures within the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, experience from working inside a governmental structure considered an asset 

• Demonstrated competencies in drafting official letters in Arabic. 

• Experience in humanitarian work considered an asset. 

• Excellent communication skills and diplomatic approach 

• Ability to operate and work independently; 

• Detailed oriented and strong organizational skills 

• English and Arabic – Fluent 

 

 

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.  

 

 

DRC will offer the successful applicant a 6 month contract including three month as probation period, renewable dependent on both funding and performance. You must be available to start work as soon as possible and be willing and able to work in Amman –Jordan. 

 

Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for Nationals. This position will be placed at Grade E. 

 

Application process 

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

All applicants must send a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages). Both must be in the same language as this vacancy note. CV only applications will not be considered. 

 

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

 

 

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