DRC Regional Project Coordinator Jobs in Kenya

DRC Regional Project Coordinator Jobs in Kenya

Background

The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) has been providing relief and development services in the Horn of Africa since 1997. Using a human rights framework, the DRC East Africa and Great Lakes (EAGL) operation focuses on people who are affected by displacement, including refugees, internally displaced, migrants, and host communities in Burundi, Ethiopia, Djibouti, Democratic Republic of Congo, Kenya, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania and Uganda.

DRC is implementing a large scale-up project to respond to the drought in the Horn of Africa and contribute to famine prevention efforts. At the current time the project will specifically be implemented in Kenya, Somalia and Ethiopia, with some displacement research extending into Djibouti.

Overall Purpose of the Role

Reporting to the Chief of Party, the Project Coordinator (PC) will be responsible for the planning, management and oversight of delivery of all project activities, ensuring quality control, and the overall responsiveness of the assistance. The PC will be responsible for ensuring country delivery teams and mechanisms are fit for purpose, providing day-to-day solutions to operational challenges and closely tracking project deliverable.

The PC will serve as a key member of project leadership alongside the Chief of Party (COP), and will therefore also be responsible for team management, project governance, reporting, award management, code of conduct compliance, and risk.

This position is subject to confirmation of funding, anticipated start date is 15 March and the successful candidate must be able to deploy with 15 days’ notice.

Key Responsibilities

Substantially coordinate the work of the project’s support functions, especially finance, to implement compliant and efficient processes in line with donor and DRC requirements;

In coordination with the Chief of Party (COP) and Deputy COP (DCOP), consult on the project workplan and associated activity-based budgets (ABB);

Support the coordination and communication between the project team and the DRC Country Offices to ensure optimal cooperation and collaboration so that project is supported, integrated, and follows all applicable DRC policies and processes;

Lead the development and submission of compliant project financial reporting, including ensuring reporting is supported by all required evidence and documentation of output achievements and navigating country, regional and HQ processes for approvals, documentation, submissions and payments;

Ensure project’s and partner compliance

with terms and conditions of award;

Develop, roll out and maintain the project financial management system, prioritising best practices including overseeing the set-up and management of project’s finances in DRC Dynamics, including serving as Budget Holder;

With the oversight and support of the COP and DCOP, manage the development and submission of any budget amendment requests, including coordinating requested changes from all project partners subcontractors;

When assigned, take responsibility for implementing specific risk mitigation measures outlined in the EMP Risk Matrix; and

Support project leadership to prepare and submit programmatic reports for the donor and DRC as required.

About you

In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’s 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 our vision and values.

Qualifications and Experience

Minimum bachelor’s degree in in relevant field.

3-5 years’ experience in managing the implementation of complex programmes, including project management

Experience of working with large awards

Excellent organisational and planning skills

Proven ability to work independently, with a clear understanding of risk escalation requirements

Proven ability to propose creative solutions to challenges, and proven ability deliver results within a flexible and adaptive framework

Proven capability in budget and financial management, VFM, and needs-based cost reduction

Successful experience working within culturally and politically diverse teams and institutions, in a fluid and dynamic environment

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including ability to engage diplomatically

Previous experience in the Horn of Africa or East Africa desirable

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; DRC Regional Project Coordinator Jobs in Kenya

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