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Area Manager – Northwest at Danish Refugee Council (DRC)

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Posted 6 months ago

Job Title: Area Manager – Northwest

Overall purpose of the role

  • The Area Manager represents the Danish Refugee Council at both local and national levels and has the direct responsibility in the management, implementation, and continued development of DRC programme in Sokoto and Zamfara states in Nigeria.
  • She/he directly manages program and support teams of DRC’s interventions and ensure the operation is ongoing, coordinated and planned.
  • In addition, the Area Manager is expected to play a key role in the identification of new projects in close cooperation with the local communities and Authorities.
  • Furthermore, the Area Manager will act as DRC’s Representative in the areas of operations and lead the establishment of the planned field offices.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate effective, efficient and timely implementation of the DRC programme according to DRC standards and agreed contracts, budgets, policies and in accordance with specific donor requirements for the relevant projects
  • Supervise production and submission of regular internal and external reports, and other relevant information on programme activities, policy matters and external relations, based on agreed formats and schedules
  • In collaboration with the Country Director, Head of Programs and Head of Support Services enable the development of a sustainable programme strategy for DRC’s multi-sectoral assistance in Nigeria with focus on durable solutions agenda and emergency response where relevant
  • Liaise with relevant external local programme partners: government, UN agencies, donors and (I)NGOs
  • Follow up timely budgeting and project expenditures and indicators’ achievement with the implementation supervision of the Program Staff, Grants Department and the Support Services Departments in Abuja
  • Implement and monitor that required DRC administrative guidelines & policies, safety & security procedures, logistics support and other tasks associated with efficient day-to-day running of the operations
  • Responsible for staff appraisal in accordance with DRC’s guidelines.
  • As Extended Senior Management Team Member participate in the development of DRC’s strategic programme processes in close consultation with the Head of Programs and Country Director.
  • Ensure that RC objectives are reached, and Quarterly Performance are monitored and reported
  • Participate in the planning and development of concept papers, budgets, and project proposals with appropriate levels of support from Country Team
  • Responsible for safety and security of DRC staff and assets in the Field Office.
  • Ensure required security measures are adhered to by all staff, including upkeep of minimum operating safety standards as well as the security and evacuation plans.

Key stakeholders:

  • Build and maintain close relations with all relevant stakeholders including donors and UN agencies and Local Officials as well as other INGOs, NGOs and CBOs
  • Participate in coordination meetings and working-group meetings as deemed appropriate
  • Ensure a smooth flow of information between the Field office and Country Office in Abuja. The Area Manager will be based in Sokoto.
  • In consultation with the Support and Program Teams ensure correct and timely narrative and financial reporting
  • Ensure effective coordination and visibility of DRC Nigeria’s field operation with all humanitarian and development actors and relevant stakeholders
  • Together with the Country Director and the DRC country team, identify and pursue new funding opportunities

Experience and technical competencies
Essential:

  • Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Administration etc.
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Program Management and implementation of projects in emergency context, including quality monitoring and evaluation processes. 
  • Experience of independently managing field offices  
  • Experience working operations in partnership with UN Agencies 
  • Relevant technical expertise/experience in some sectors of humanitarian programming such as Wash, shelter, economic recovery and protection as well as longer term livelihoods/resilience programming, 
  • Proven ability to build external relationships with diplomacy, discretion, and professionalism in a complex and demanding environment. 
  • Demonstrated ability to manage and support multi-sector programs including operational planning and problem solving. 
  • Demonstrated experience in people management and team building.  
  • Demonstrated experience of financial and asset management including multi-donor programming 
  • Demonstrated ability to represent DRC in meetings with Local Government officials and other stakeholders. 
  • Excellent written and presentation skills in English and ability to work in an isolated and challenging environment.

Required Skills & Qualities:
Core Competencies of DRC:

  • Striving for excellence
  • Collaboration
  • Taking the lead
  • Communication
  • Demonstrating Integrity
  • Ability to work in a multinational and multicultural environment
  • Proactivity, with a sound commitment to teamwork and with a spirit of genuine collaboration
  • Excellent communication skills, as well as patience and politeness, are required
  • Multi-tasking and Organizational skills is a must
  • Adaptable and Flexible
  • Proven analytical and critical thinking skills
  • Exemplary sense of ethics in the workplace
  • Team-oriented & good sense of humor

Salary & Benefits
M – E

Application Closing Date
24th December, 2024

Area Manager – Northwest at Danish Refugee Council (DRC)

Posted on Tue 10th Dec, 2024 – hotnigerianjobs.com — (0 comments)

Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a Danish international non-governmental organisation, which promotes and supports durable solutions to the problems faced by refugees and internally displaced people all over the world. DRC is present in more than 30 conflict territories around the world assisting displaced people with shelter, food, income-generating activities, and a wide range of other assistance. It is of utmost importance for DRC to work in compliance with the DRC Accountability and Quality Management system and national legislations. Smooth, reliable and effective operational systems are preconditions for DRC to maintain its position as a trustworthy and reliable partner for our donors and an accountable organisation towards our beneficiaries.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Area Manager – Northwest

Location: Sokoto
Supervised by: Country Director
Reporting to: Country Director
Employment Period: 12 Months with possibility of extension
Type of Contract (Expat/National/Trainee): National
Start date: 1st March 2025

Overall purpose of the role

  • The Area Manager represents the Danish Refugee Council at both local and national levels and has the direct responsibility in the management, implementation, and continued development of DRC programme in Sokoto and Zamfara states in Nigeria.
  • She/he directly manages program and support teams of DRC’s interventions and ensure the operation is ongoing, coordinated and planned.
  • In addition, the Area Manager is expected to play a key role in the identification of new projects in close cooperation with the local communities and Authorities.
  • Furthermore, the Area Manager will act as DRC’s Representative in the areas of operations and lead the establishment of the planned field offices.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate effective, efficient and timely implementation of the DRC programme according to DRC standards and agreed contracts, budgets, policies and in accordance with specific donor requirements for the relevant projects
  • Supervise production and submission of regular internal and external reports, and other relevant information on programme activities, policy matters and external relations, based on agreed formats and schedules
  • In collaboration with the Country Director, Head of Programs and Head of Support Services enable the development of a sustainable programme strategy for DRC’s multi-sectoral assistance in Nigeria with focus on durable solutions agenda and emergency response where relevant
  • Liaise with relevant external local programme partners: government, UN agencies, donors and (I)NGOs
  • Follow up timely budgeting and project expenditures and indicators’ achievement with the implementation supervision of the Program Staff, Grants Department and the Support Services Departments in Abuja
  • Implement and monitor that required DRC administrative guidelines & policies, safety & security procedures, logistics support and other tasks associated with efficient day-to-day running of the operations
  • Responsible for staff appraisal in accordance with DRC’s guidelines.
  • As Extended Senior Management Team Member participate in the development of DRC’s strategic programme processes in close consultation with the Head of Programs and Country Director.
  • Ensure that RC objectives are reached, and Quarterly Performance are monitored and reported
  • Participate in the planning and development of concept papers, budgets, and project proposals with appropriate levels of support from Country Team
  • Responsible for safety and security of DRC staff and assets in the Field Office.
  • Ensure required security measures are adhered to by all staff, including upkeep of minimum operating safety standards as well as the security and evacuation plans.

Key stakeholders:

  • Build and maintain close relations with all relevant stakeholders including donors and UN agencies and Local Officials as well as other INGOs, NGOs and CBOs
  • Participate in coordination meetings and working-group meetings as deemed appropriate
  • Ensure a smooth flow of information between the Field office and Country Office in Abuja. The Area Manager will be based in Sokoto.
  • In consultation with the Support and Program Teams ensure correct and timely narrative and financial reporting
  • Ensure effective coordination and visibility of DRC Nigeria’s field operation with all humanitarian and development actors and relevant stakeholders
  • Together with the Country Director and the DRC country team, identify and pursue new funding opportunities

Experience and technical competencies
Essential:

  • Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Administration etc.
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Program Management and implementation of projects in emergency context, including quality monitoring and evaluation processes. 
  • Experience of independently managing field offices  
  • Experience working operations in partnership with UN Agencies 
  • Relevant technical expertise/experience in some sectors of humanitarian programming such as Wash, shelter, economic recovery and protection as well as longer term livelihoods/resilience programming, 
  • Proven ability to build external relationships with diplomacy, discretion, and professionalism in a complex and demanding environment. 
  • Demonstrated ability to manage and support multi-sector programs including operational planning and problem solving. 
  • Demonstrated experience in people management and team building.  
  • Demonstrated experience of financial and asset management including multi-donor programming 
  • Demonstrated ability to represent DRC in meetings with Local Government officials and other stakeholders. 
  • Excellent written and presentation skills in English and ability to work in an isolated and challenging environment.

Required Skills & Qualities:
Core Competencies of DRC:

  • Striving for excellence
  • Collaboration
  • Taking the lead
  • Communication
  • Demonstrating Integrity
  • Ability to work in a multinational and multicultural environment
  • Proactivity, with a sound commitment to teamwork and with a spirit of genuine collaboration
  • Excellent communication skills, as well as patience and politeness, are required
  • Multi-tasking and Organizational skills is a must
  • Adaptable and Flexible
  • Proven analytical and critical thinking skills
  • Exemplary sense of ethics in the workplace
  • Team-oriented & good sense of humor

Salary & Benefits
M – E

Application Instructions:

The application deadline is on 24th December, 2024. Qualified and interested candidates can: Click here to apply online. It is important to visit the official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply successfully for this vacancy.

Website:
Official Job Website:  https://drc.ngo/

Note:

Due to the nature of this role we will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis and the role might be filled and closed before the closing date. Early applications are encouraged.

Job Features

Job CategoryAdministrative Manager, General Manager

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