Job Description
Job Posting Organization:
The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is one of the world’s leading non-governmental organizations (NGOs) focused on responding to displacement. Established in 1956, DRC has been registered in Sudan since 2004 and has been delivering life-saving programming in various sectors including protection, emergency response, shelter, security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">food security and livelihoods, disaster risk reduction, camp management, and humanitarian mine action. The organization operates in several regions of Sudan, including Central Darfur, South Kordofan, Gedaref, Port Sudan, and White Nile. Sudan is home to one of the largest displaced populations in Africa, with over 3.7 million internally displaced people and more than 1.1 million refugees from various countries. DRC aims to address the ongoing challenges faced by these populations amidst a backdrop of political crisis and economic turmoil, exacerbated by rising food and energy costs, disease outbreaks, and ongoing conflict.
Job Overview:
The Economic Recovery Assistant will work under the supervision of the Economic Recovery Officer to support the daily implementation and administration of economic recovery and livelihood projects in White Nile. This role involves organizing and supervising volunteer teams, registering persons of concern (POCs), managing cash-for-work initiatives, community mobilization, and data collection. The assistant is expected to ensure efficient program implementation while adhering to DRC and donor requirements, and to contribute to the overall success of the economic recovery initiatives aimed at improving the livelihoods of affected communities.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Economic Recovery Assistant will be responsible for a variety of tasks including: ensuring efficient and effective program implementation in line with the guidance of the Economic Recovery Officer; leading the implementation of basic tasks within the sector area such as beneficiary identification, distribution of relief assistance (cash or in-kind), conducting needs assessments, and performing sector-specific evaluations. Administrative responsibilities will include preparing purchase requests, receiving supplies and goods, and tracking outputs. The assistant will also participate in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual reports, and assist in data collection for monitoring and evaluation exercises. Additionally, the role involves developing positive relationships with beneficiaries, local communities, authorities, and partners to maintain trust in DRC’s standards and quality of work. The assistant will ensure that all interactions with beneficiaries and stakeholders uphold principles of safety, trust, dignity, respect, confidentiality, and collaboration. Attendance at sector and coordination meetings when delegated is also required.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a minimum of 2 years of practical experience in the agriculture sector, economic recovery, and food security. Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is essential. Advanced proficiency in English is required, along with fluency in the local language. The candidate should demonstrate strong organizational skills, the ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders, and a commitment to DRC's core competencies.
Educational Background:
A university degree in agriculture, food security, natural resources management, rural development, economy, or any relevant field is required for this position. This educational background will provide the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively contribute to the economic recovery and livelihood projects.
Experience:
The position requires at least 2 years of relevant experience in the agriculture sector, economic recovery, and food security. This experience should include practical involvement in program implementation and community engagement, demonstrating the ability to manage projects effectively and work with vulnerable populations.
Languages:
Fluency in both Arabic and English is mandatory for this position. Proficiency in these languages is crucial for effective communication with beneficiaries, stakeholders, and team members, ensuring that all interactions are clear and respectful.
Additional Notes:
The position is a national contract with a project-based duration. The contract length is determined by the project timeline. The salary range starts from USD 1025 per month, and the duty station is in White Nile/Kosti. The start date for this position is as soon as possible, and the closing date for applications is set for 22/10/202
The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is one of the world’s leading non-governmental organizations (NGOs) focused on responding to displacement. Established in 1956, DRC has been registered in Sudan since 2004 and has been delivering life-saving programming in various sectors including protection, emergency response, shelter, security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">food security and livelihoods, disaster risk reduction, camp management, and humanitarian mine action. The organization operates in several regions of Sudan, including Central Darfur, South Kordofan, Gedaref, Port Sudan, and White Nile. Sudan is home to one of the largest displaced populations in Africa, with over 3.7 million internally displaced people and more than 1.1 million refugees from various countries. DRC aims to address the ongoing challenges faced by these populations amidst a backdrop of political crisis and economic turmoil, exacerbated by rising food and energy costs, disease outbreaks, and ongoing conflict.
Job Overview:
The Economic Recovery Assistant will work under the supervision of the Economic Recovery Officer to support the daily implementation and administration of economic recovery and livelihood projects in White Nile. This role involves organizing and supervising volunteer teams, registering persons of concern (POCs), managing cash-for-work initiatives, community mobilization, and data collection. The assistant is expected to ensure efficient program implementation while adhering to DRC and donor requirements, and to contribute to the overall success of the economic recovery initiatives aimed at improving the livelihoods of affected communities.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Economic Recovery Assistant will be responsible for a variety of tasks including: ensuring efficient and effective program implementation in line with the guidance of the Economic Recovery Officer; leading the implementation of basic tasks within the sector area such as beneficiary identification, distribution of relief assistance (cash or in-kind), conducting needs assessments, and performing sector-specific evaluations. Administrative responsibilities will include preparing purchase requests, receiving supplies and goods, and tracking outputs. The assistant will also participate in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual reports, and assist in data collection for monitoring and evaluation exercises. Additionally, the role involves developing positive relationships with beneficiaries, local communities, authorities, and partners to maintain trust in DRC’s standards and quality of work. The assistant will ensure that all interactions with beneficiaries and stakeholders uphold principles of safety, trust, dignity, respect, confidentiality, and collaboration. Attendance at sector and coordination meetings when delegated is also required.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a minimum of 2 years of practical experience in the agriculture sector, economic recovery, and food security. Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is essential. Advanced proficiency in English is required, along with fluency in the local language. The candidate should demonstrate strong organizational skills, the ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders, and a commitment to DRC's core competencies.
Educational Background:
A university degree in agriculture, food security, natural resources management, rural development, economy, or any relevant field is required for this position. This educational background will provide the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively contribute to the economic recovery and livelihood projects.
Experience:
The position requires at least 2 years of relevant experience in the agriculture sector, economic recovery, and food security. This experience should include practical involvement in program implementation and community engagement, demonstrating the ability to manage projects effectively and work with vulnerable populations.
Languages:
Fluency in both Arabic and English is mandatory for this position. Proficiency in these languages is crucial for effective communication with beneficiaries, stakeholders, and team members, ensuring that all interactions are clear and respectful.
Additional Notes:
The position is a national contract with a project-based duration. The contract length is determined by the project timeline. The salary range starts from USD 1025 per month, and the duty station is in White Nile/Kosti. The start date for this position is as soon as possible, and the closing date for applications is set for 22/10/202
- Employees will receive two bonuses during the Eid festivals, contributions to the National Social Insurance and Pension Fund, health insurance including family coverage, group personal accidental insurance, and opportunities for professional growth through various learning and development courses. DRC is committed to gender equality and encourages female candidates to apply to help bridge the gender gap in staffing.
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