Duty Station [Mocha -Yemen]
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 fulfillment 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, and honesty and transparency.
DRC has been operating in the Middle East (ME) region for over a decade, running a combination of emergency, livelihood, protection and advocacy programmes through Country Offices (COs) in Yemen, Syria, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon and Turkey with a Regional Office (RO) in Amman.
DRC Yemen’s response
Throughout its nine field offices and a workforce of 270 staff, DRC upholds its main programmatic objectives to provide immediate and life sustaining assistance, to strengthen the protective environment, and to reduce displacement related risks and vulnerabilities by promoting self-reliance at household and community level.
About the Job:
Overall
The role will be primarily field based to lead the execution of NTS and EORE activities according to DRC’s Implementation Plan and YMACC’s Task Orders and to provide support on reporting field activities through IMSMA Core. The HMA Officer will uphold all DRC SOP’s and CoC and report any issues that are witnessed.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare the NTS/EORE Team Weekly Plan following the Monthly Plan prepared by HDP TL
- Conduct daily monitoring on task assigned to HMA Officer under his/her supervision
- Carrying out designated NTS and EORE activities as in accordance with DRC HDP SOPs.
- Ensure that daily NTS and EORE reports are prepared, briefed and shared with HMA Officer, IM Officer and HDP TL/Manager for a Quality Assurance/Quality Control, prior submission to IMSMA Core.
- Accept and update NTS and EORE reports in accordance to QA/QC Reports and monitoring visits from HDP Manager and Operations Manager.
- Test and control all equipment before starting daily work.
- Assist the HDP Manager in recording and producing minutes of operational meetings.
- Liaise with DRC Safety regarding permissions, access, and safety assessments of task site locations.
- Update of Operational Maps/Board and the location of Mine Action Teams.
- Oversee DRC HDP communications SOP at all times to ensure regular contact with Radio Operator while transiting to and/or deployed in the field using all available means.
- Ensure to comply with Medical SOP while HMA Officer and Medic conduct the periodical equipment checks and all unserviceable/deficient items are reported and on direction of Operations Manager authorizes Teams to raise repair or replacement Purchase Requests.
- Assist in the collation and recording of all training undertaken by all operational personnel.
- When requested, accompany HDP Manager while attending stakeholder meetings, liaison with national/local authorities regarding task planning and implementation.
- Perform such other duties as may be assigned by the HDP Manager
About you
To be successful in this role you must have:
Experience and technical competencies:
- Experience leading/monitoring of teams. 2 years.
- Experience in NTS/EORE. 3-4 years.
- Experience of working in challenging and insecure environments. 5 years.
- Diplomatic, patient and persistent.
- Must be able to read and write.
- Must be in good physical condition and health.
- Must have good communication skills.
In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ five core competencies:
• Striving for excellence: Focusing on reaching results while ensuring efficient processes.
• Collaborating: Involving relevant parties and encouraging feedback.
• Taking the lead: Taking ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
• Communicating: Listening and speaking effectively and honestly.
• Demonstrating integrity: Upholding and promoting the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.
Moreover, we also expect the following:
Required qualifications:
Education:
- NTS and EORE certificates
- IM Certificates (desirable)
- Other Mine Action Certificates (desirable)
Languages:
- Arabic (fluent)
- English (Advanced)
Stakeholders:
- HDP Senior Management
- YMACC QA team
- IRG forces on West Coast
We offer
DRC will offer the successful applicant a contract until June 2025, renewable dependent on both funding and performance. You must be available to start work as soon as possible, and be willing and able to work in Mocha.
Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment. This position will be placed at Band (Non-Manager H2) and will be reporting to HMA supervisor.
Application process
Interested? Then apply for this position by clicking on the apply button or the link below.
All applicants must send a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages). Both must be in the same language as this vacancy note. CV only applications will not be considered.
Females are encouraged to apply for this position.
Applications close 10 February 2025. The interviews are expected to take place, in two weeks after advertisement closing date.
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Need further information?
For more details on this position, please contact [email protected].
Please note that applications sent directly to the email will not be considered.
For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website www.drc.ngo
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DRC as an employer
Founded in 1956, DRC Danish Refugee Council is Denmark’s largest, and a leading international NGO. We have continuously been ranked as one of the best NGOs in the world - and are one of the few with a specific expertise in forced displacement. In over 40 countries, we protect, advocate and build sustainable futures for refugees and other displacement-affected people and communities.
By working in DRC, you will be joining a global workforce of around 8000 employees. We pride ourselves on our:
- Professionalism, impact & expertise
- Humanitarian approach & the work we do
- Purpose, meaningfulness & own contribution
- Culture, values & strong leadership
- Fair compensation & continuous development
DRC’s capacity to ensure the protection of and assistance to refugees, IDP’s and other persons of concern depends on the ability of our staff to uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment. DRC conducts thorough and comprehensive background checks as part of the recruitment process.
Danish Refugee Council is an equal opportunity employer and we consider all applicants based on individual merit and qualifications, regardless of personal characteristics or attributes. We are committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce, aiming for a 50% balance of men and women in management roles and ensuring that at least 50% of management roles are filled by national staff. We recognize that a diverse and inclusive team is crucial for achieving our organizational goals and making a positive impact on the communities we serve.