Emergency Response Project Manager( International Recruitment)

Introduction

The Danish Refugee Council assists refugees and internally displaced persons across the globe: we provide emergency aid, fight for their rights, and strengthen their opportunity for a brighter future. We work in conflict-affected areas, along the displacement routes, and in the countries where refugees settle. In cooperation with local communities, we strive for responsible and sustainable solutions. We work toward successful integration and – whenever possible – for the fulfilment of the wish to return home.

The Danish Refugee Council was founded in Denmark in 1956 and has since grown to become an international humanitarian organization with more than 7,000 staff and 8,000 volunteers. Based in Copenhagen (Denmark) and present in forty countries, the Danish Refugee Council is a non-profit-making, politically independent, non-governmental and non-denominational relief organization.

Our vision is a dignified life for all displaced. All our efforts are based on our value compass: humanity, respect, independence and neutrality, participation, and honesty and transparency.

1) Background
DRC Cameroon began its operations in Cameroon in 2018 responding to the humanitarian needs of refugees from the Central African Republic (CAR) and vulnerable Cameroonians in the Adamawa region. Currently, DRC operates with a regional office in Meiganga and two sub-offices in Djohong (Adamawa region) and Garoua-Boulai (East region). Interventions focus on finding durable solutions for the most vulnerable, using the holistic graduation approach to enhance both protection and economic recovery. Subsequently, in late 2018, DRC began its activities in the South West region of Cameroon in late 2019 to respond to the needs of forcibly displaced persons in the context of the Anglophone crisis, commencing humanitarian activities in January 2019. DRC operates in the Meme, Fako, Kupe-Manenguba and Ndian divisions with an office in Buea and a sub-base in Kumba. Programming focuses on rural and hard-to-reach areas to meet people's basic needs for food, shelter and NFI, while improving the protective environment and providing income-generating opportunities.

2) Purpose
Under the direct supervision of the SW/NW Area Manager, the Emergency Response Project Manager is responsible for the quality implementation of the "Localised RRM" project in the NW region of Cameroon, as well as for the overall monitoring and capacity strengthening of the two (2) National NGO partners of the project; He/she is also responsible for any contractual, control and accountability aspects related to the implementation of the project as well as the smooth operation of the DRC sub-office in Bamenda, NW

3) Duties and Responsibilities
PROGRAMMATIC MANAGEMENT:

• Planning: Prepares and monitors the timely implementation of activities. Organizes the project kick-off, follow-up meetings with the partners and the closing meeting of the project.
• Beneficiary Engagement and Accountability: Oversees that accountability, feedback and reporting mechanisms are put in place and that beneficiaries are engaged with all aspects of the project.
• Internal coordination: Ensures good coordination and communication within the NW office, with the SW office and the Country Office of DRC Cameroon.
• External coordination: Ensures good coordination and communication with other I/NGOs operating in the context of the NW region, local authorities, International Organizations, national and regional clusters and other sectoral meetings/forums with emphasis on the effective collaboration and coordination of RRM activities.
• Representation: Represents DRC in external meetings in the NW region with local authorities, other I/NGOs and International Organizations. Ensures good relations with the implementing partners, and with any local, civil, traditional or community authorities for the successful implementation of the project;
• Information management and documentation tracking: She/he is accountable for the proper collection, management and archiving of all related project documentation for the purpose of internal and external audits
• Technical oversight and quality assurance: Together with partner teams and DRC technical departments develops and roll out tools for quality implementation of the activities,

PARTNERSHIP MANAGEMENT

• Coordinates the assessment of partners' capacities, ensures the development of training plans, organizes capacity building and training with support from technical staff of the SW/NW Area Office (Protection Specialist, MEAL/IM Specialist, Humanitarian and Access Manager) and of the Country Office (Protection and Economic Recovery Coordinators, Partnership Management Specialist) while actively involving partners for better ownership of the capacity strengthening.

• She/he is accountable for the involvement and commitment of local DRC partners in the implementation of activities and the achievement of all commitments according to the terms of the signed sub-grant contracts. Oversees partners’ compliance with the rules and regulations of the grant agreement between them and DRC.
• Maintain clear and transparent communication with local partners and carry out regular visits to the field and to the partners' premises to provide technical support for the staff and to ensure the progress and quality of the interventions.
• Contribute to the organizational transformation of DRC Cameroon towards greater localization. Collect lessons learned and best practices as well as case studies (from DRC and/or other partners) that can be used for DRC's continuous learning, for reporting to donors as well as for DRC's communication materials.
• Capitalization: set up and regularly update a toolbox bringing together tools, modules, etc. to strengthen the skills and practices of DRC teams in capacity building of partners for the entire DRC CMR mission.

GRANT MANAGEMENT:

• Internal reporting: Sharing quality internal and external reports. Validation and transmission of technical activity reports, narratives and other documents provided for by the project to donors, in compliance with procedures and deadlines.
• Communication and visibility: Contributes to the project's communication and visibility strategy.
• Project Development: Supports the development of new project proposals when requested.

SUPPORT SERVICES MANAGEMENT:

• MEAL: Supervises and supports the MEAL/IM specialist for the proper planning, capacity strengthening and implementation of MEAL activities for DRC and its partners.
• FINANCE and LOGISTICS: Supervises and supports the Support Services Officer for the proper planning, capacity strengthening and implementation of finance, procurement and generally all administrative procedures for DRC and its partners. Monitors the timely procurement plan and quality of goods and services as well as effective fleet management.
• Budget monitoring and development: Plans costs, controls accounting and forecasting and highlights timely any unspent/unforeseen cost in close collaboration with the Area Manager of NW/SW. When requested, supports the development of new budget proposals

SAFETY

• Security Management: Maintains a close relationship with the Humanitarian Access and Safety Manager to develop increased knowledge of the area of intervention and potential threats. Immediately reports any breach of security protocols to the Area Manager or Country Director.

The responsibilities listed above are not exhaustive and may be readjusted according to operational needs but will remain in line with the overall purpose of the role.

4) Required Qualifications (including years of professional experience)

• At least 3 years of experience in project management (with at least 2 years of experience in RRM-type or other emergency project management)
• At least 1 year of experience engaging with local and national actors (LNAs)
• Experience in cash transfers and protection activities will be considered an asset
• Ability to work long hours under pressure, in a flexible, adaptable and autonomous manner.
• Ability to work effectively in extreme circumstances, including stress, high security risks and difficult living conditions
• Proficiency in the office pack (Word, Excel, Power Point, Internet browsing, etc.)), Teams and Outlook
• Ability to work with disaster-affected communities in a sensitive and participatory manner;
• Possess excellent oral and written communication skills as well as analytical abilities.

A)Education: (including certificates, permits, etc.)
University degree (BAC+3 /4) in Social Sciences, Economics, Rural Development, project management or equivalent

B) Language:

• English (Expert)
• Fluency in French will be considered an advantage
• Knowledge of the Local Language (pidgin) will be considered an asset

C) Key Players: (Internal and External)

• NGO partners
• Local authorities and Internation NGOs/Organizations
• Program/Support Team/Technical Unit in CO
• Local communities and beneficiaries

5) Required Skills & Qualities

• 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: Upholding and promoting the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment
• Ability to work in a multinational and multicultural environment
• Proven analytical and critical thinking skills
• Team-oriented & good sense of humor

6) General Regulations

• The employee shall follow DRC instructions on safety, confidentiality and ethical guidelines, including the Code of Conduct and the Humanitarian Accountability Framework
• Employee should not engage in any other paid activity during the DRC contract period without prior authorization
• Employee should not engage in any activity that could harm DRC or the implementation of any project during the DRC contract period
• Employee should not give interviews to the media or publish project-related photos or other material without prior authorization
• Employee shall return all borrowed equipment for the project to DRC after the end of the contract period or upon request

7) Application Process
Are you interested? Then apply for this position online: www.drc.dk/about-drc/vacancies/current-vacancies. All applicants must send a cover letter, an updated CV (no longer than 3 pages), and a document containing 03 references including name, phone number email address of the referees. Out the 03, at least 01 must be a recent line manager. All must be in English.
DRC provides equal opportunity in employment and prohibits discrimination in employment on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability. DRC encourages all applicants to apply and does not practice any discrimination in any recruitment process.

However, candidates should take into consideration that the DRC cannot employ, under an international contract, a national of the country in which he/she will be working (in this case, the Republic of the Cameroon).
For more information about the Danish Refugee Council, please visit the organization's website at drc.ngo.

Applications will close on 08/01/2025 at 5pm WAT. However, it is possible for the DRC to start the recruitment process even before the advertisement is closed, if an application meets the expectations and requirements of the position.
If you experience any technical difficulties, please contact us at this page: drc.ngo/about-us/job-and-career/support-for-job-seekers .

Department:

Location: Bamenda (NW), with frequent travel in NW and SW of Cameroon