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Danish Refugee Council Regional Technical Manager Jobs In Kenya


Job Requirements

  • Master’s degree in Peace Studies, Conflict Resolution, Development or other relevant subject.
  • At least 10 years’ international experience of designing and implementing AVR projects and experience of working on Mine Action.
  • At least 7 years in senior programme management roles in conflict and displacement affected contexts, ideally in East Africa.
  • Proven experience in strategy development and implementation.
  • Proven high capacity of engaging with national and international policy makers and donors for fundraising and advocacy purposes.
  • Excellent representation and networking skills.
  • Extensive field experience in conflict affected contexts. Working with multiple donors is an advantage.
  • Extensive experience of designing and managing conflict analysis processes.
  • Ability to advice on strategic directions of programming to address root causes of conflict and displacement and promote a peace and stability.
  • Successful experience growing and effectively managing teams of high performing, highly motivated individuals is a strong advantage.
  • Experience of working with displacement affected people in camp settings and areas of return an advantage.
  • Proven capacity to develop innovative new approaches, develop projects that demonstrate impact, and attract necessary funding.
  • Demonstrated experience in using new technologies for research and programming would be an advantage.
  • Fluency in English essential; ability to speak and write in French or/and Arabic would be an advantage.
  • High degree of computer literacy.

    How to Apply

    Only motivated applications that address the stipulated duties and meet the required qualifications, sent together with a CV, will be considered.

    DRC only accepts applications sent via our online-application form on www.drc.dk under Vacancies > Current Vacancies > Regional Technical Manager. Please remember to upload both a letter of application and your CV and do not attach any written recommendations.




    Danish Refugee Council Support Officer Jobs in Kenya

    Duties for the Program Support Officer Job

  • To coordinate a systematic follow up on the initiatives and tasks agreed in the monthly Regional SMT (ROSMT) and quarterly Regional ESMT meetings
  • To conduct research, gather information and prepare summaries and analysis as required by the regional SMT
  • To organize and convene thematic meetings, including Risk Management meetings for Country, Region and HQ, for Senior Management, both at RO SMT and regional ESMT, including agendas and minute
    taking
  • To ensure transparency of senior management structures and decision making processes in the RO SMT and in the regional ESMT
  • To coordinate feedback and follow up on actions on behalf of senior management, with those assigned responsibility to ensure that the tasks agreed are achieved according to the agreed deadline
  • To draft recommendations for decisions to the Senior Management of DRC on behalf of the RO SMT and E SMT.
  • To prepare and participate, where required, in meetings and workshops organized at the regional level, including agendas and minute taking
  • To maintain and ensure easy tracking of documents, physical and electronic filing system of the RO SMT.
  • To support RO SMT with Administrative Program requirements to ensure effective coordination and communication of policy requirements and updates.

    Program Support Officer Job Requirements

  • University Degree in a relevant field; International development/relations, Political science, Communications, Social science or Business Administration
  • Minimum four (4) years office, administrative and programme management experience, working closely with senior management in coordination of critical events
  • At least 3 years’ work experience in an international NGO in management of key projects
  • Excellent written and spoken English is essential
  • Demonstrated ability to manage processes and maintain accurate records.
  • Ability to work independently and to maintain flexibility in working hours.
  • Energetic and flexible with high sense of responsibility and excellent organisational, planning and time management skills

    How to Apply

    Interested candidates who meet the required qualifications and experience are invited to submit CV and cover letter explaining their motivation and why they are suited for the position.


    We only accept applications sent via our online-application form on www.drc.dk under vacancies no later than 9th June, 2017.

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

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