Overall purpose of the role:
To support the Project Coordinator in implementing DDG projects in Mandera County, especially as it relates to operational oversight and implementation of activities by the Project Facilitators/Assistants. This includes, but is not limited to tasks related to: planning and implementation of project activities, development and management of activity budgets; timely and high quality narrative activity reporting; support to/ oversight of Project Facilitators/Assistants in the field as delegated by the TL, adherence to DDG’s security procedures and regulations, representation of DDG in Mandera as delegated by TL; adherence to DDG’s standard regulations and operational procedures (including the Code of Conduct, the DRC/DDG Programme Manual and administrative regulations)..
Main responsibilities and tasks:
- Contribute to the development and implementation of DDG’s internal strategies for Kenya, with a focus on initiatives in border areas of northeastern Kenya.
- Prepare the annual work plans for AVR projects in the Kenyan Part of Somali Cluster in accordance with annual planning cycle;
- Supervise the work of the project officers to ensure timely implementation of project activities;
- Ensure that the teams prepare weekly work plans and submit them on time.
- Ensure that logistics support, transport and other support for the field activities are coordinated in timely fashion.
- Ensure that AVR interventions are consistently implemented as per the required standards stipulated in DDG’s AVR manuals;
- Coordinate and lead data collection for project’s baselines and for Monitoring and Evaluation of program implementation;
- Ensure that internal activity reports are consistently done in a timely manner and meets the expected standard and quality, based on agreed formats and schedules;
- Continuously monitor expenditure against budgets by developing spending projections, budget tracking and indicator based performance management tool for tracking the budgets
- Submit weekly, monthly and quarterly reports to the Area Manager and Armed Violence Reduction Coordinator (using agreed format);
- Regularly conduct evaluation of the activities and propose amendments to the content of the sessions, conduct of the sessions, teaching methods and adequacy of teaching materials and propose material development;
- Ensure smooth coordination with program stakeholders and government authorities
- Ensure coordination with the security providers, invite them to activities and share information with them on a need to know basis;
- Strengthen DRC/DDG’s contacts and coordination with other NGO/CBOs operating in north eastern Kenya;
- Represent DRC/DDG in external meetings in north eastern Kenya as delegated by the Area Manager;
- Represent DDG towards Donors in support of the HoP
- Promote discipline amongst DDG staffs reporting to the position, coach and build capacities and ensure good morale is maintained;
- Spearhead and actively participate in the recruitment of the key program staffs
- Plan, advise, recommend and conduct relevant trainings for the staff capacity development
- Ensure correct financial procedures are followed by Field staff and advise on improving performance;
- Together with the DDG AVR Coordinator and DDG HoP identify opportunities for new projects and funding;
- Spearhead in the development of proposals and project budgets to ensure financial liquidity and continuous programming;
- Perform any other tasks as requested by the DDG HoP and County Management team.
About you
Education:
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Conflict Management, Development Studies, Social Studies or other related field
Experience and technical competencies:
Key Technical Competencies:
- 3-5 years’ experience in program management and delivery including planning, budget administration and donor reporting
- Experience at managing a team and ensuring strong teamwork and morale
- Strong knowledge of and experience of working in northeastern Kenya
- Experience of managing programs in conflict-prone and insecure areas
- Knowledge of the Common Humanitarian Standards desirable
- Strong English language skills and command of local languages
- High degree of computer literacy
- Willingness to live and work in northeastern Kenya, including travel to locations on the Kenya-Somalia border
- Strong coordination, representation and interpersonal skills
- Preferably a resident of the region
Languages:
- Borana/Somali-Native
- English-Fluent
- Kiswahili-Fluent
- Arabic-Basic
DRC core competencies:
In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ 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.
General Commitments:
DRC has a Humanitarian Accountability Framework, outlining its global accountability commitments. All staff are required to contribute to the achievement of this framework (http://www.drc.dk/HAF.4265.0.html)
Conditions
Contract:One year contract with possibility of extension, subject to funding and performance. Salary and other conditions are offered in accordance with DRC’s
Terms of Employment.
Availability: November 2018
Duty station:The position will be based in Mandera
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