Base Manager

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  

DRC Jordan are looking for a highly qualified Base Manager who will be responsible for the overall timely delivery of DRC’s program portfolio in East Amman, and for the smooth running of support services in East Amman, including safety, finance, HR, MEAL, logistics and procurement. The person will be managed by Country Director.

About the job 

The main duties and responsibilities of the Base Manager will be: 

Project Management

• Ensure that project cycle management is carefully applied (needs assessment, planning, resources allocation, beneficiary selection, monitoring, reporting) in East Amman with support from the HOP
• Contribute to analysis of the local context, in order to anticipate future needs and plan future programming accordingly.
• Monitor the progress of projects against work plans and provide appropriate support to senior project staff and support staff to ensure high quality programs are delivered.
• Monitor staff performance and conduct to ensure compliance with job requirements and DRC policies and values (including Code of Conduct and global standards).
• Provide requested reporting to the HOP and take lead in all donor reporting requirements;
• Participate in country strategic reviews, linking with the project itself and any potential future program developments (including fundraising) of similar nature.

Project Coordination

• Represent DRC before relevant donors, local authorities and coordination bodies in Amman;
• Monitor partner’s progress and take necessary actions with DRC Partnership Manager to ensure project meets its goals;
• Support in identifying capacity building needs of the partners;
• Maintain a constructive and cordial relationship with the partners throughout the project implementation;

Technical overview

• Ensure recommendations and guidance provided by technical units are incorporated into field activities and work plans;
• Facilitate the roll-out of technical resources, materials, and tools for project deliverables;
• Engage in regular communication with heads of technical units on project implementation strategy and needed support;

Management of support functions

• Oversee MEAL and IM team and practices, ensuring DRC applies MEAL practices in all projects, in coordination with the Amman-based M&E Manager.
• Supervise finance, administrative, HR, and logistics functions and ensure full application of policies in East Amman in coordination with Amman-based technical leads.
• Ensure staff safety in East Amman.

About you 

To be successful in this role we expect you to have:

• Mater degree in social sciences, humanities, development studies or other relevant fields.
• At least 5 years professional experience in the humanitarian sector
• Excellent knowledge of the project management cycle and experience managing multi-sector projects with large teams
• Previous experience working in the Middle East
• Previous experience managing protection and/or livelihood projects
• Previous experience working with PRM or USAID
• Ability to communicate key information in an easy to understand, informative and collaborative manner
• Good knowledge of the Core Humanitarian Standards or other accountability measures/standards.
• High integrity and willingness to conduct her/himself transparently and open to scrutiny

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 

Contract length: 6 months contract including three months as probation period, renewable based on both funding and performance. 

Level: A13-A14 for Expats, or for National staff according to DRC’s salary scale

Designation of Duty Station: Amman 

Start date: December 2018

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: 06 October 2018 

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 www.drc.ngo