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Head of Program

Niamey

  • Organization: DRC - Danish Refugee Council
  • Location: Niamey
  • Grade: Senior level - Senior
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Managerial positions
  • Closing Date: Closed

 
About DRC
 
Danish Refugee Council, one of the world’s leading humanitarian NGOs, is currently looking for a highly qualified Protection cluster facilitator in Niger 
  
DRC/DDG has been operating in Niger since 2014 with a cross-border Border Management and Security program in the Liptako Gourma region – (border region between Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger) with the objective of reducing armed violence, improving community safety and strengthening border management and security in collaboration with communities and border authorities. By the end of 2015, taking into account the growing humanitarian crisis in the Diffa region, DRC/DDG conducted an assessment mission on security and humanitarian needs. The results of this mission have enabled DRC/DDG to establish in the region and implement a Rapid Response Mechanism (RRM) program, with assistance in shelter/NFI kits, protection monitoring, training and sensitization on human rights, and food security through general food distributions. Since 2018, DRC has scaled up it RRM program to include the Tillabéri region, where it implements emergency response activities, as well as a protection monitoring program.  
 
About the job 
 
Under the supervision of Country Director, The Head of program delivers operationally and can strategically drive DRC’s programs in Niger. He/she reports directly to the Country Director and is a member of the Strategic Management Team (SMT). 
 
 
People Management and internal communication 
 
  • Manage, coordinate and coach members of the programme team, ensuring their professional development and capacity building as needed 
  • Oversee and support capacity building for expatriate and national staff on technical issues and program cycle management, based on assessment of the critical program improvement needs of the Niger mission 
  • Work in close cooperation with programme and support staff in Niger, and actively seek support, knowledge and coaching as necessary from colleagues in other regions and HQ 
 
Program strategy and business development 
 
  • Ensure the development of sector programme strategy in line with the Niger programme strategy. Guide Programme Coordinators in the implementation of strategies through collaboration and proactive programme development and implementation 
  • Develop, disseminate and implement the Niger programme strategy within DRC team 
  • Supervise the drafting of project proposals and budgets, ensuring strong cross-departmental coordination between programme and support teams, including field teams, as well as close liaison and timely consultation with RO/HQ. 
  • Contribute to the development of a fundraising strategy in line with the  Niger programme strategy 
  • Establish strong and efficient partnerships with organisations, donors and authorities, in line with the Niger programme strategy and DRC partnership management policy 
  • Design, contribute and/or lead assessments for emergency or longer-term programming in existing or new project locations 
 
Quality and accountability of the programs 
 
  • Oversee and support continuous improvement of programme quality standards, including application and harmonisation across field bases 
  • Ensure that DRC values and code of conduct are respected and upheld, including through setting a personal example 
  • Assess and improve DRC Niger’s accountability measures in accordance with DRC’s global Core Humanitarian Standard commitments 
  • In collaboration with the Program Development and Quality Control Manager and MEAL Specialist, ensure that DRC Niger implements high-quality Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEAL) across all projects, including that learning is captured, capitalized and used in program design and implementation 
  • Support the grants team in timely submissions of high-quality donor reports. 
 
External relations and representation 
 
Together with Country Director, ensure adequate bilateral representation of DRC with government authorities, donors, UN agencies, humanitarian agencies and other partners in regard to programme and participation in coordination meetings as relevant 
 
About you 
 
Experience and technical competencies:   
  • Min. 5 years’ experience overseas in complex emergencies, preferably with refugees and/or IDPs 
  • Relevant university degree (Master or Post graduate), in international relations and/or development, political science or similar field. 
  • Min. 3 years’ experience in staff management and development 
  • Good understanding of displacement issues and related international standards/frameworks 
  • Strong experience in programme development and proven program development abilities 
  • Substantial NGO project management experience, including responsibility for strategy design, staffing, admin/finance management, contract management and donor relations 
  • Experience of leading strategic programming and planning, implementation, monitoring and learning 
  • Proven track record of negotiating and advocating with government authorities and donors for solutions that serve the needs of beneficiaries, pursuing values of internationally recognized and universal character in a post-conflict context with a strong respect of local culture and tradition 
  • Ability to manage a large workload and multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines 
  • Team player with excellent communication and strong participatory leadership skills 
  • Excellent written and spoken French and English 
 
Desirable 
 
  • Experience in Sahelian country 
 
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: 12 months 
Level: M.E 
Designation of Duty Station: Accompanied position  
Start date: March 2019 
 
Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for Expatriates; please refer to drc.ngo under Vacancies. For questions regarding the vacancy please contact Colin DEBARBIEUX, Country Director, at colin.debarbieux@drc.ngo. 
 
Application process 
All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than two pages) in English. Applications sent by email will not be considered. 
 
Closing date for applications: 01/02/2019 
This vacancy is now closed.
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