Assistant (e) Programme (Economic Recovery) 3 positions to be filled At Danish Refugee Council

Title of post: Assistant (e) Programme (Economic Recovery) 3 positions to be filled

Under the management of : Team Leader Programme

Place of duty: Meiganga/Djohong/Garoua-Bulai

’operation zone : Adamaoua & Est – Cameroon

Period : Until’au 31/08/2024

Contract type:(Expat/National/Trainee)

National contract (Only reserved for Cameroonian nationals)

Salary & Benefits: Non-Management I

Introduction

The Danish Refugee Council provides assistance to refugees and displaced people around the world: we provide emergency assistance to these people, we fight for their rights and strengthen their opportunities for a better future. We work in conflict-affected areas, as well as along travel routes, and within countries where refugees settle. In cooperation with local communities, we strive to achieve solutions that are responsible and sustainable. We are working for the successful integration of vulnerable communities and, where possible, the realization of their wish to return home.

Danish Refugee Council (hereinafter : DRC, for Danish Refugee Council) was founded in Denmark in 1956 and has since become an international humanitarian organisation with more than 7,000 employees and 8,000 volunteers. Headquartered in Copenhagen, and present in 40 countries, DRC is a non-governmental, non-profit, politically neutral, independent and non-denominational’aide organization.

Our vision is a life with dignity for all the displaced people in the world. All our efforts are based on our moral compass:’humanity, respect,’independence, neutrality, participation,’honesty and transparency.

1. CONTEXT

The Danish Council for Refugees (DRC) is a private and independent humanitarian organisation working on all aspects of the refugee cause in some thirty countries around the world. It is the first Danish NGO operating internationally for the protection of refugees and internally displaced persons from persecution and for the promotion of durable solutions to the problems of forced immigration and conflict. All the work of DRC is based on humanitarian principles and on human rights, and, in accordance with the United Nations conventions and the code of conduct of ICRC and NGOs in disaster relief operations.The’ approach to protection and’ assistance to populations affected by conflict is provided in a long-term and rights-based approach to ensure a coherent and effective response to the challenges of conflict conflicts of’today’hui. ’assistance consists of humanitarian assistance, rehabilitation, support to returnees and’, and promotion of long-term solutions to displacement and its causes. In addition, support and capacity building of local and national authorities is an integral part of the DRC’s work.support and capacity building of local and national authorities is an integral part of the DRC’s work.support and capacity building of local and national authorities is an integral part of the DRC’s work.

Currently, the actions carried out by DRC in the Admaoua region are concentrated in the Mbere department (municipalities of Meiganga, Djohong, etc, Ngaoui) and are piloted from the DRC Base in Meiganga and its Subbase in Djohong. DRC also operates in the Eastern region, Lom-et-Djerem department (municipalities of Garoua-Boulai and Betare-Oya).

2. OBJECT

Under the direct supervision of the Team Leader Programme, the’Assistant (e) ECREC is responsible(e) for the direct implementation and monitoring of the project.

3. TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure project implementation in accordance with established plans;
• Participate in the process of defining selection criteria with communities, from the’ identification and selection of beneficiaries, to household surveys and other studies (market research);
• Ensure post-distribution monitoring of unconditional cash transfers ;
• Set up and monitor individual and/or collective MRAs or remobilize existing ones, train and support them ;
• Accompany beneficiaries/groups in the development of Livelihood activities and their economic empowerment;
• To set up the AVECs, train its members, supervise and monitor their development and promote their empowerment;
• Update the database, collect and transmit all information necessary for project monitoring to the Program Officer and/or Team Leader Programme;
• To prepare and implement all activities related to’information of beneficiaries and stakeholders; and;
• Contribute to the implementation of technical training required in the context of the project;
• Contribute to the monitoring and’evaluation of the project;
• Write or contribute to the writing of reports requested by the Program Officer and/or the ProgramTeam Leader;
• Any other relevant tasks assigned by the supervisor.

4. QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Qualifications

• Diploma of’ engineer in agriculture, agro-economics, senior technician in agriculture, rural development, or technical professional trainer in the field, or any other equivalent degree in a relevant field;
• Working knowledge of Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Outlook; software;
• Ability to work in an intercultural environment and demonstrate flexibility ;
• Ability to work with methodology and rigor ;
• Team spirit and ability to communicate clearly and respectfully with project beneficiaries, partners and co-workers ;
• Driving license (A) would be an asset;
• Knowledge of the’ intervention area ;
• Advanced command of French ;
• Local language proficiency (Fulfube, Gbaya and Sango).

Experiences :

• Experience working in an international NGO, preferably humanitarian;
• Two years of’ experience working in programs of Livelihood and in the rural development
• Experience in the creation and the’ accompaniment of beneficiaries AGR and group WITH ;
• Experience in cash transfer programs.

6. COMPETENCES AND QUALITES REQUIRED

• In this position, you must demonstrate the five core competencies of the DRC, namely :
  • Aiming for Excellence: you focus on achieving results while ensuring an efficient process. You strive to produce accurate, thorough and professional work with optimal use of time and effort.
  • Collaborate: you cooperate with and involve relevant parties, actively seeking their opinion and sharing key information with them. You support and trust others, while encouraging feedback.
  • Take the reins: You take responsibility and prioritize your work based on DRC’s overall vision and goals. You take the’ initiative in the face of a challenge or opportunity and you are looking for innovative solutions.
  • Communicate: you write and speak effectively and honestly while adapting your style and tone to the situation. You actively listen to others and involve them in the dialogue.
  • Demonstrate’integrity: You respect and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to DRC values and code of conduct, and, including protection against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.
• Ability to work in a multicultural and cosmopolitan environment
• Proactivity, with a cooperative and collaborative approach
• D’excellent communication skills (notably’attention and patience) are required
• Good organizational skills are required
• Sense of the’ethics exemplary
• Ability to work in a team and good sense of humour’