Economic Recovery Officer (Guasdualito) At Danish Refugee Council

The Danish Refugee Council is one of the world’s leading humanitarian NGOs, working in over 40 countries to provide appropriate assistance and protection to refugees, asylum seekers, internally displaced persons, returnees, people on the move and vulnerable local population/host communities. DRC is currently seeking a highly qualified Economic Recovery Officer based in Guasdualito – Apure, Venezuela.

About the work:

DRC is managing its operations in Venezuela, led by the country office in Caracas and three field offices located in the states of Sucre, Apure and Zulia. DRC Venezuela is implementing activities such as protection monitoring, legal assistance, individual protection assistance for PWSN, briefings for PoC, prevention of human trafficking, rehabilitation of health infrastructure and food security.

Job Objectives:

: Under the supervision of the EcReC Team Leader, the EcRec Officer will support the operational implementation of the Economic Recovery program in Apure under the DRC guidelines. He/she will be in charge of the correct implementation of the activities on the ground, related to the selection of communities and families for subsequent distribution of food baskets, in addition to training in safe food issues. He/she will also provide support in other areas of Livelihoods in productive and production trades. Additionally, he/she will support the Team Leader in identifying additional activities in the areas of interest. The Economic Recovery Officer will ensure that all activities in the program implementation plan are developed and all regulatory documents are compiled for the proper process, such as the application of evaluations in KOBO, completion of operational program tools, attendance lists, informed consent, delivery lists, among others. He/she will maintain good communication with the team members and will ensure the good development of the staff under his/her charge, as well as assertive communication between the Team Leader, base manager and the rest of the staff at the base. Activities to be developed between the municipalities of Páez and Rómulo Gallegos in the state of Apure.

Responsibilities:

• Implements the economic recovery program activities described in the project implementation plan.
• Support in community activities, community selection, application of FGD and KI, characterization of target population, development and monitoring of eligible beneficiaries in all EcRec processes.
• Articulation (from the technical side) with Partners specializing in productive trades and poultry farming.
• Support the Lead Team in identifying and implementing projects in communities of interest.
• Implement complementary activities of the project such as training for PdI and community leaders
• Systematically coordinate with the Protection, DPP and WASH teams the operational support of activities in the territory.
• Ensure the compilation of the MoVs required for the implementation of project activities.
• Prepare periodic planning for the delivery of aid in accordance with the established provisions, communicating with the Team Leader, the base manager and Support.
• Prepare reports and analyze information on tools used in the EcRec program.
• Organization and control of logistics in EcRec deliveries.
• Ensure a protection-based approach in humanitarian assistance deliveries, in accordance with the guidelines established in the care protocols.
• Ensure the highest quality of economic recovery activities in food baskets and complementary kits on food security and livelihoods articulated with Protection and Partners.
• Keep track of all processes by updating the Team Leader on the processes that are executed in the program.
• Ensure the proper reception, classification, distribution and registration of humanitarian aid to the identified population.
• Identify, together with the protection team, the complementary activities in relation to the Protection components and others.
• Monitor and update each and every action executed from the EcRec program.

Experience and technical skills:

• Minimum 2 years of verifiable, relevant experience in humanitarian work related to an NGO or other non-profit organization.
• Experience in complex terrain and in the context of armed conflict.
• Experience working with urban, and/or rural, and/or indigenous communities.
• Excellent experience and ability to relate to people.
• Experience in livelihood interventions and food kids distribution is essential.
• Above average writing skills.
• Excellent skills in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience in managing databases.
• Managing Kobo Toolbox and completing analysis of collected information.

DRC Core Competencies:

• Strive for excellence: Focus on achieving results while ensuring efficient processes.
• Collaboration: Involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
• Taking the initiative: Taking ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
• Communicate: Listen and speak effectively and honestly.
• Demonstrate integrity: Uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to DRC’s values ​​and Code of Conduct, including protection from sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.

Education:

• University degree in relevant fields (e.g. political science, law, international development, social work, psychology, human rights), or equivalent professional qualification. Agricultural Engineer with technical skills in humanitarian work.

We offer:

• The opportunity to belong to one of the best NGOs worldwide.
• Access to over 1,000 free online training courses and certificates.
• Contract duration: subject to budget availability.
• Salary: Band H.
• HCM insurance fully covered by the organization.
• Start date: November 2024

Application process: All applicants must upload a cover letter (max. 1 page) and an updated CV (max. 2 pages, without supporting documents) in Spanish, on the DRC job platform. Applications sent by email will not be considered.

Closing date for applications: Wednesday 15 November at 11:59pm local time. Please note that applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and interviews will be scheduled as soon as a suitable candidate is identified. DRC reserves the right to close the vacancy before the closing date once a suitable candidate has been identified.