Field Coordinator

The Danish Refugee Council assists refugees and internally displaced persons across the globe: we provide emergency aid, fight for their rights, and strengthen their opportunity for a brighter future. We work in conflict-affected areas, along the displacement routes, and in the countries where refugees settle. In cooperation with local communities, we strive for responsible and sustainable solutions. We work toward successful integration and – whenever possible – for the fulfilment of the wish to return home.

The Danish Refugee Council was founded in Denmark in 1956, and has since grown to become an international humanitarian organization with more than 7,000 staff and 8,000 volunteers. Our vision is a dignified life for all displaced.

All of our efforts are based on our value compass: humanity, respect, independence and neutrality, participation, and honesty and transparency.

DRC/DDG has been working in the region in Libya and Tunisia since 2011. In 2014, DDG started a project in border towns in southeast Tunisia to address community security and resilience by establishing local committees for community dialogue and conflict management. DDG is currently implementing a project that reinforces these committees in Tunisia and also extends them into Libyan border towns.

About the job

The Field Coordinator, in coordination and cooperation with project staff, and supervised by the Program Manager, is expected to:

1. Provide oversight in coordinating implementation of day-to-day project activities in alignment with program strategy
2. Coordinate operations in southern Tunisia, including administrative, logistical, and security functions
3. Contribute to an active culture of organizational learning
4. Manage and mentor program staff

About you

To be successful in this role we expect you to have a minimum 3 years of experience working with non-governmental organizations. Moreover, we also expect the following:

Programming

• Support the Project Manager to develop the overall strategic direction of the programming
• Contribute to regular work plans and schedules with the support of the Program Manager

• Develop and reinforce relationships with local and regional stakeholders and partners, especially civil and security officials as well as community leaders

• Facilitate ongoing conflict analysis and provide feedback to the Project Manager on changes in local conflict dynamics and possible impact on the programming

Operations

• Ensure the effective operation of the southern Tunisia offices, including management and supervision of support staff
• Ensure compliance with correct financial, logistics, and human resources policies and procedures in coordination with the Project Manager and support staff
• Contribute to the safety of all project staff and act as safety focal point for southern Tunisia

Learning

• Ensure that activities are conducted in accordance with the M&E plan, in coordination with the Monitoring and Communications Officer

• Promote a culture of learning by actively identifying challenges, provide ongoing assistance and guidance for rapid troubleshooting, and support identification of lessons learned

• Ensure quality reporting and documentation of project activities

Staff Management

• Line manage Team Leaders in Ben Guerdane, Dehiba, Zuwara, and Nalut/Wazin, as well as key support staff
• Support identification of team staffing gaps and contribute to recruitment decisions
• Identify staff needs and capacity building opportunities and provide ongoing mentorship
•  Ensure timely performance management measures including appraisals and remedial actions, in coordination with the Program Manager

Required

• At least 3 years of experience working with non-governmental organizations
• At least 1 year of experience in a management position
• Demonstrated experience coordinating across multiple departments and stakeholders within an organization
• Extensive demonstrated experience working with communities
• A university degree in social science, political science, or related field
• Excellent writing and communication skills in English, Arabic

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 DRC’s vision and values. 

We offer

Type of Contract: National

Contract length: 6 months contract

Grade/Level: F1

Designation of Duty Station: Ben Guerdane, Tunisia

Start date: 18/06/2018

Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for Expatriates/ Nationals; please refer to drc.ngo under Vacancies.

Application process

All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English. Applications sent by email will not be considered.

Closing date for applications: 27/05/2018 at mignight.

If you have questions or are facing problems with the online application process, please visit drc.ngo/jobsupport.

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