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Regional Head of Programme

Yangon

  • Organization: DRC - Danish Refugee Council
  • Location: Yangon
  • Grade: Senior level - Senior
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Project and Programme Management
    • Managerial positions
  • Closing Date: Closed

Danish Refugee Council, one of the world’s leading humanitarian NGOs, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to become part of the Asia Regional Team and fill the position of Regional Head of Programme (position based in Yangon, Myanmar).

Who are we?

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. 

Our response in Asia is organised around DRC’s three strategic programme platforms: Addressing Root Causes, Emergency Response and Solutions to Displacement. Our sector expertise is focused on protection, livelihoods, humanitarian mine action and camp management. DRC has an operational presence in Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Myanmar and Vietnam, and works with partners in India, Indonesia and Malaysia. In Asia our yearly budget is around 50 million USD and we employ approximately 1500 staff across the region.

 

About the job

In close collaboration with the DRC Regional Director and Country Senior Management Teams in Asia, the prime objectives of the RHoP will be to provide strategic leadership for DRC programmes in Asia, drive programme expansion, assure quality in programme development and reporting, as well as position DRC as a strong protection agent advocating on behalf of and supporting displacement affected populations in the Asia region.                        

Your main duties and responsibilities will be: 

  • Facilitate the development and implementation of other relevant programmatic strategies and policies across the Asia region in close collaboration with global policy leads;
  • Explore opportunities for DRC’s expansion, including engagement in existing and new geographic areas, and/or programmatic sectors;
  • Plan, lead and facilitate a Regional Annual Review with the development of the Regional Strategic Programme Document (Regional SPD) and Results Contract (RC)
  • Provide high level analysis on the major contextual trends (political, migration, environmental, etc.) in Asia;
  • Facilitate interaction and cooperation across programmatic sectors by supporting common ways of working, standards and technical approaches
  • Oversee the management of regional programmes, currently covering an Asia Displacement Solution Platform (ADSP) programme and a Mixed Migration Centre (MMC) programme.
  • Develop and coordinate regional grant proposals and reporting, developing Concept Note’s, budgets, mid-term and final reports.
  • Represent DRC in relevant international forums or other networks and build relationships with donors and other INGOs, government institutions and other stakeholders in the region;
  • Lead and manage the regional Project Coordinators (including people planning, performance, well-being and development);

                                           

About you

To be successful in this role you must have the following;

  • At least 7 years' experience in relevant field.
  • At least 4 years' experience with people management;
  • Experience developing and implementing programme strategies;
  • Experience in managing program operations, including at country senior management level;
  • Proven leadership skills and a competence in people management;
  • Experience with all aspects of business development, including developing and maintaining donor relations;
  • Experience with effectively coordinating and negotiating with strategic partners, government authorities and representatives, NGO partners, UNHCR and other relevant stakeholders.

                                                                

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

  • Expatriate contract with accompanied status. This position is in E management band.
  • Contract length: 2 years
  • Possible starting date: March/April 2020
  • Designation of Duty Station: Yangon with frequent travels in the region

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


Application process

Applications must be submitted this link by clicking Apply button.  

All applicants must send a cover letter and an updated CV, which is no longer than four (4) pages, in English. 

NOTE: Applications sent by email will not be considered. For further questions, please contact Mikkel Trolle, Regional Director, at mikkel.trolle@drc.ngo.

Closing date for applications: 16 of February 2020

The screening and interview process for this position is on rolling basis, so early submission of applications is encouraged.  DRC remains a right to close the vacancy once a suitable candidate is identified.

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

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