Summary:
DanChurchAid is looking for an experienced coordinator for the implementation of a new global project focused on enhancing humanitarian response capacity and improving quality and accountability in humanitarian action. The project will be implemented by DanChurchAid and other INGO partner organizations in a consortium, with field activities in several countries (currently including South Sudan, Mali, Syria and Pakistan).
The Coordinator will be based in Nairobi, from where he/she will be the key person in charge of the project, with frequent travel to field locations; implement DCA’s activities and oversee and coordinate partner implementation as well. He/she will refer to DanChurchAid’s Humantarian Response Unit and consortium members, and will represent the project on behalf of all partner organizations as well. The project will be implemented over 18 months starting from June 2015.
This is an exciting post, putting you in a Global role and working at the centre of several leading INGOs, with travel to different locations piloting a new Core Humanitarian Standard, and testing its effectiveness with an innovative third party. It’s a chance to work in a Global role with a range of leading stakeholders, and to help shape the future of aid.
The successful candidate is a good manager, but also a dynamic leader. You’ll be the key manager of this project, supported by remote line management and given a lot of room to shape the vision of the project.
Main responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate project implementation according to agreement(s) with the donor(s)
- Develop work plans, budgets, monitoring frameworks and coordination structures for the project
- Chair project coordination meetings with partners; ensure coordinated and joint implementation
- Lead project planning, including field deployment of consultants and partner staff
- Ensure quality of consultant input and effective knowledge management of project activities and results
- Establish internal reporting structures; and synthesize inputs to donor reports
- Develop training materials on quality and accountability, aligned with the Core Humanitarian Standard, together with others
- Establish focal points and Q&A working groups in four countries; other INGOs have agreed to lead these groups
- Train partners in selected countries on quality and accountability
- Represent DCA and the project in donor relations and other relevant meetings
We are looking for a candidate with:
- Relevant University Degree (social science, political science, management or related fields).
- A minimum of 5 – 7 years of relevant experience in humanitarian assistance, including some experience in the field(s) of management of capacity building projects in humanitarian assistance; data collection and reporting in humanitarian operations; training development and facilitation; advocacy and communications
- Good knowledge of international humanitarian accountability systems (HAP/Sphere/People in Aid/Core Humanitarian Standard) and the ability to develop training material and field data collection methodologies linked to such systems
- Good communication and interpersonal skills; fluency in English required; knowledge of French and/or Arabic an advantage; ability to work with people from different cultures and backgrounds; ability to represent DCA and the project professionally in external relations
- Strong organization and coordination skills; ability to work independently and coordinate with manager(s), colleagues and partners to build shared commitments to the project; Flexibility and creativity to adjust to challenges and opportunities
What do we offer:
DCA/CWS offers A 19 months contract June 2015 – November 2016. A competitive salary package with non-family posting will be negotiated based on level of experience. Actual starting date depends on final contract with the donor(s)
For further information please visit our website (www.danchurchaid.org) and/or contact Head of Humanitarian Response Unit Erik Johnson EJO@DCA.DK .
HOW TO APPLY:
For applying for this position please be aware that we only accept online applications. To apply follow the attached link: https://www.danchurchaid.org/get-involved/jobs/jobs-abroad