Job Description
Job Posting Organization:
The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a humanitarian organization that was established in 195
Job Overview:
The Economic Recovery Coordinator will play a crucial role in the DRC Uganda team, focusing on enhancing the economic recovery efforts in the region. This position requires close collaboration with both the coordination-team" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">coordination team and implementation teams to provide technical support and capacity building for economic recovery activities. The coordinator will oversee various core sectors, including security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">food security, livelihoods, market systems, and financial inclusion. The role involves developing and implementing the Country Economic Recovery strategy, ensuring that all activities align with the needs of affected communities and adhere to best practices in the sector. The coordinator will also be responsible for analyzing challenges and trends in the economic recovery sector in Uganda, contributing to the development of innovative solutions and partnerships to enhance program effectiveness.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Economic Recovery Coordinator will have a wide range of responsibilities, including:
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Master’s degree in political science, international development, economic studies, or related fields. Additionally, they should have practical experience and up-to-date knowledge in supporting Economic Recovery initiatives, including adherence to protection principles and rights-based approaches. Familiarity with cash-based assistance programs, market assessment methodologies, and program planning is essential. The candidate should also have experience working with local partners and authorities, as well as a strong understanding of current trends in economic recovery, such as self-sufficiency and innovative approaches. Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal, are mandatory, along with the ability to facilitate training in relevant sectors.
Educational Background:
A Master’s degree in a relevant field such as political science, international development, economic studies, or other related disciplines is required for this position. This educational background is essential to ensure that the candidate possesses the necessary theoretical knowledge and analytical skills to effectively contribute to the Economic Recovery initiatives.
Experience:
The position requires at least 5 years of practical experience in the humanitarian sector, specifically in the areas of food security, livelihoods, agriculture, and financial inclusion. Candidates should have a strong track record of implementing livelihoods and financial inclusion interventions throughout the project cycle, demonstrating their ability to manage complex programs effectively.
Languages:
Full professional proficiency in English is mandatory for this role, including excellent writing skills. While English is the primary language required, knowledge of additional languages may be considered an asset, particularly if they are relevant to the local context or the populations served by DRC.
Additional Notes:
The contract for this position is for a duration of 12 months, with the possibility of extension based on funding and performance. The position is classified under Band NM G1, and the designated duty station is Kampala, with frequent travel to program locations. The expected start date for this role is October 202
The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a humanitarian organization that was established in 195
- Its mission is to help refugees and displaced people by providing them with the necessary support to rebuild their lives. DRC operates in multiple countries around the world, focusing on various aspects of humanitarian aid, including economic recovery, protection, and advocacy. The organization employs thousands of staff members globally, working in diverse environments to address the needs of vulnerable populations. DRC is committed to upholding the highest standards of integrity and professionalism in its operations, ensuring that aid reaches those who need it most.
Job Overview:
The Economic Recovery Coordinator will play a crucial role in the DRC Uganda team, focusing on enhancing the economic recovery efforts in the region. This position requires close collaboration with both the coordination-team" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">coordination team and implementation teams to provide technical support and capacity building for economic recovery activities. The coordinator will oversee various core sectors, including security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">food security, livelihoods, market systems, and financial inclusion. The role involves developing and implementing the Country Economic Recovery strategy, ensuring that all activities align with the needs of affected communities and adhere to best practices in the sector. The coordinator will also be responsible for analyzing challenges and trends in the economic recovery sector in Uganda, contributing to the development of innovative solutions and partnerships to enhance program effectiveness.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Economic Recovery Coordinator will have a wide range of responsibilities, including:
- Providing technical advisory support to implementation teams throughout all stages of program implementation.
- Leading the creation and rollout of the technical strategy, focusing on community needs and environmental considerations.
- Supporting the Head of Programme in the development and review of the Country Programme Strategy.
- Offering technical inputs and reviewing proposals, reports, assessments, and evaluations in line with the technical strategy.
- Conducting capacity building for implementation teams and partners, particularly in cash and voucher assistance activities and market systems approaches.
- Preparing learning products, Standard Operating Procedures (SoPs), and guidelines to support the Economic Recovery sector's development.
- Conducting systematic assessments of capacity gaps in the Economic Recovery sector and designing initiatives to strengthen capacities.
- Analyzing sector challenges and trends to inform program development and implementation.
- Assisting in the recruitment of qualified technical staff for field-based positions. 1
- Collaborating with the MEAL Manager to implement monitoring and evaluation approaches that foster learning.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Master’s degree in political science, international development, economic studies, or related fields. Additionally, they should have practical experience and up-to-date knowledge in supporting Economic Recovery initiatives, including adherence to protection principles and rights-based approaches. Familiarity with cash-based assistance programs, market assessment methodologies, and program planning is essential. The candidate should also have experience working with local partners and authorities, as well as a strong understanding of current trends in economic recovery, such as self-sufficiency and innovative approaches. Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal, are mandatory, along with the ability to facilitate training in relevant sectors.
Educational Background:
A Master’s degree in a relevant field such as political science, international development, economic studies, or other related disciplines is required for this position. This educational background is essential to ensure that the candidate possesses the necessary theoretical knowledge and analytical skills to effectively contribute to the Economic Recovery initiatives.
Experience:
The position requires at least 5 years of practical experience in the humanitarian sector, specifically in the areas of food security, livelihoods, agriculture, and financial inclusion. Candidates should have a strong track record of implementing livelihoods and financial inclusion interventions throughout the project cycle, demonstrating their ability to manage complex programs effectively.
Languages:
Full professional proficiency in English is mandatory for this role, including excellent writing skills. While English is the primary language required, knowledge of additional languages may be considered an asset, particularly if they are relevant to the local context or the populations served by DRC.
Additional Notes:
The contract for this position is for a duration of 12 months, with the possibility of extension based on funding and performance. The position is classified under Band NM G1, and the designated duty station is Kampala, with frequent travel to program locations. The expected start date for this role is October 202
- Salary and conditions will be in accordance with the Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for national employees. Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and an updated CV in English, with a maximum length of four pages. Applications sent via email will not be considered. The closing date for applications is 4th October 202
- DRC emphasizes a merit-based recruitment process and does not solicit money for any part of its recruitment process.
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