Job Description
Job Posting Organization:
The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a prominent protection agency that has been operational since 195
Job Overview:
The Economic Recovery Team Leader will play a crucial role in overseeing the planning, implementation, and quality of Emergency and Economic Recovery activities in the Dnipro and Zaporizhia regions. This position involves managing a team dedicated to enhancing livelihoods in both agricultural and non-agricultural sectors. The leader will report to the Area Programme Manager and will be responsible for ensuring that the economic recovery initiatives align with DRC's strategic goals. The role requires a proactive approach to managing resources, engaging with stakeholders, and providing technical support to team members, ensuring that all activities are executed effectively and efficiently.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Economic Recovery Team Leader will manage and oversee the economic recovery team, providing guidance and support, organizing team meetings, developing work plans, and conducting performance reviews. Responsibilities include supporting project startup and completion, engaging with stakeholders, reviewing SOPs and tools for program implementation, developing work plans, monitoring project expenditures, planning logistics, assessing training needs, and coordinating with other organizations. The leader will also participate in coordination meetings, represent DRC externally, maintain relationships with partners, provide reports to donors, and support capacity-building efforts for partners. Additionally, the leader will ensure the team monitors information regarding shelling in the Dnipro and Zaporizhia oblasts and perform any other duties assigned by the Area Programme Manager.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a higher education degree in agriculture, international relations, finance, or a related field. A minimum of 2 years of management experience at middle or senior management levels is required, preferably in humanitarian response, economic recovery, or agricultural livelihoods. Candidates should demonstrate an understanding of the needs of vulnerable groups, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, strong organizational and time management abilities, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and Windows operating systems. Professional proficiency in both Ukrainian and English is mandatory, with an English language level of at least B1.
Educational Background:
The position requires a higher education degree in relevant fields such as agriculture, international relations, finance, or similar disciplines. This educational background is essential for understanding the complexities of economic recovery and the specific needs of affected populations.
Experience:
The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 2 years of management experience, particularly in humanitarian response settings. Experience in emergency or economic recovery sectors, as well as familiarity with agricultural livelihoods, is highly desirable. This experience will enable the candidate to effectively lead the economic recovery team and manage various project activities.
Languages:
Professional proficiency in Ukrainian and English is mandatory for this position. An English language level of at least B1 is required to ensure effective communication within the team and with stakeholders. Knowledge of additional languages may be considered an asset but is not mandatory.
Additional Notes:
The contract length includes a 3-month probationary period, with the possibility of extension based on performance and funding availability. The position is classified under Band G - management, with the duty station designated as Dnipro. The expected start date for this role is November 202
The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a prominent protection agency that has been operational since 195
- Its mission is to protect, advocate for, and promote durable solutions for populations affected by displacement. DRC has been active in Ukraine since 2014, employing over 800 staff members and implementing emergency responses across various sectors, including Protection, Livelihoods, Shelter/NFIs, and Humanitarian Disarmament and Peacebuilding. The organization focuses on direct interventions, support to duty bearers, and partnerships with civil society organizations (CSOs) to adapt its durable solutions portfolio to the evolving context of the region.
Job Overview:
The Economic Recovery Team Leader will play a crucial role in overseeing the planning, implementation, and quality of Emergency and Economic Recovery activities in the Dnipro and Zaporizhia regions. This position involves managing a team dedicated to enhancing livelihoods in both agricultural and non-agricultural sectors. The leader will report to the Area Programme Manager and will be responsible for ensuring that the economic recovery initiatives align with DRC's strategic goals. The role requires a proactive approach to managing resources, engaging with stakeholders, and providing technical support to team members, ensuring that all activities are executed effectively and efficiently.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Economic Recovery Team Leader will manage and oversee the economic recovery team, providing guidance and support, organizing team meetings, developing work plans, and conducting performance reviews. Responsibilities include supporting project startup and completion, engaging with stakeholders, reviewing SOPs and tools for program implementation, developing work plans, monitoring project expenditures, planning logistics, assessing training needs, and coordinating with other organizations. The leader will also participate in coordination meetings, represent DRC externally, maintain relationships with partners, provide reports to donors, and support capacity-building efforts for partners. Additionally, the leader will ensure the team monitors information regarding shelling in the Dnipro and Zaporizhia oblasts and perform any other duties assigned by the Area Programme Manager.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a higher education degree in agriculture, international relations, finance, or a related field. A minimum of 2 years of management experience at middle or senior management levels is required, preferably in humanitarian response, economic recovery, or agricultural livelihoods. Candidates should demonstrate an understanding of the needs of vulnerable groups, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, strong organizational and time management abilities, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and Windows operating systems. Professional proficiency in both Ukrainian and English is mandatory, with an English language level of at least B1.
Educational Background:
The position requires a higher education degree in relevant fields such as agriculture, international relations, finance, or similar disciplines. This educational background is essential for understanding the complexities of economic recovery and the specific needs of affected populations.
Experience:
The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 2 years of management experience, particularly in humanitarian response settings. Experience in emergency or economic recovery sectors, as well as familiarity with agricultural livelihoods, is highly desirable. This experience will enable the candidate to effectively lead the economic recovery team and manage various project activities.
Languages:
Professional proficiency in Ukrainian and English is mandatory for this position. An English language level of at least B1 is required to ensure effective communication within the team and with stakeholders. Knowledge of additional languages may be considered an asset but is not mandatory.
Additional Notes:
The contract length includes a 3-month probationary period, with the possibility of extension based on performance and funding availability. The position is classified under Band G - management, with the duty station designated as Dnipro. The expected start date for this role is November 202
- The salary and conditions will adhere to the Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for employees on national contracts, starting from EUR 2373 gross per month, depending on experience and qualifications. Applicants must submit a cover letter and an updated CV in English, with applications sent via email not being considered. The closing date for applications is set for 01st November 2026.
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