(Yemen – Taiz )
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 6500 staff. 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.
About the role
Sector responsibilities:
DRC's Economic Recovery programming in Taiz - Al Turbah focuses on early recovery, agriculture and resilience interventions under KfW and EU-funded projects. The programme supports rural women and vulnerable households to improve access to decent livelihoods, climate-adapted agriculture, value chain development, market linkages, financial inclusion, natural resource management and market-based income-generating opportunities. The role supports field implementation, documentation, community engagement and coordination with DRC support and technical teams.
Overall purpose of the role:
- Provide field-level implementation support for KfW and EU agriculture/economic recovery activities in Al Turbah, Al Shamayatien and nearby targeted communities, including beneficiary identification, registration, verification, community mobilization, assessment support, training preparation, market actor follow-up, partner follow-up and reporting.
- Assist the Economic Recovery Officer/Manager in ensuring timely, compliant and quality implementation of planned activities, documentation of outputs and escalation of issues in line with DRC SOPs, donor requirements and sector guidance.
Main responsibilities:
- Support the implementation of KfW and EU agriculture/economic recovery activities, including market and agriculture assessments, literacy/life skills, business skills training, vocational/technical training, farmer group activities, climate-smart agriculture, post-harvest handling/value addition, SRFF/VSLA and natural resource management activities.
- Support beneficiary identification, community sensitization, registration, verification, attendance tracking and documentation of selected beneficiaries in coordination with DRC team, partners and community representatives.
- Support field data collection, market actor mapping and verification of agricultural input suppliers, buyers, training providers, financial service providers and other relevant local service providers.
- Provide day-to-day field follow-up with implementing partners, trainers, community-based facilitators, farmer groups and community committees, and report progress, delays and quality concerns to the supervisor.
- Assist in preparing and organizing trainings, coaching sessions, market linkage events, livelihoods input/material distributions and field visits, including venue arrangements, participant lists, visibility, documentation and safe participation measures.
- Support the collection and verification of project documents such as attendance sheets, pre/post-tests, photos, reports, beneficiary records, business plans, supplier/training provider documentation and monitoring forms.
- Carry out administrative and operational tasks, including drafting PRs, following up on POs/service contracts, payment supporting documents, financial reconciliations and tracking of project outputs.
- Engage with targeted communities, local authorities, agriculture offices and community leaders in a respectful and conflict-sensitive manner and refer community feedback and complaints through DRC mechanisms.
- Follow agreed workplans, SOPs, safety instructions, data protection requirements, PSEAH/safeguarding standards and donor compliance procedures.
- Provide simple daily/weekly updates and contribute to activity reports, progress trackers and issue logs for supervisor review.
Experience and technical competencies:
- Minimum 2 years of experience in humanitarian or development work, preferably in livelihoods, agriculture, agribusiness, value chain, training, community mobilization or early recovery activities.
- At least 1 year of field-work experience in rural communities; experience in Al Turbah, Al Shamayatien, Al Mawasit or surrounding areas is preferred.
- Experience supporting donor-funded projects and following SOPs, workplans, beneficiary selection criteria, community engagement procedures and documentation requirements.
- Experience supporting trainings, assessments, agriculture/livelihood input distributions, market mapping, data collection and coordination with community stakeholders.
- Basic English, Arabic, computer and MS Office skills (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) are required.
- Ability to write simple daily and weekly reports in English and Arabic.
Education:
- Diploma and/or Highschool degree; a bachelor's degree or diploma in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Business Administration, Development Studies, Social Sciences or related fields is an advantage.
Languages:
- English - basic is required; intermediate is an advantage
- Arabic – fluent
All DRC roles require the post-holder to master DRC’s 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.
We Offer.
Contract length: December 31, 2026
Position Band: This position will be placed in the Non-Management (I) band. Reports to the Economic Recovery Manager.
Start date: ASAP
Duty station: Taiz-Turbah, Yemen.
Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s National Terms of Employment.
Application process
All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English. Applications sent by email will not be considered.
'Female candidates are encouraged to apply'
Closing date for applications: 20 July, 2026, the recruitment process is planned to start in maximum 2 weeks after the closing date.
For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website drc.ngo.
Apply NowDRC 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 30 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 over 6,000 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.