DANIDA Project Careers - Infrastructure Coordinator at Danish Refugee Council (DRC)
Organisation: Danish Refugee Council (DRC) The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a private, independent, humanitarian organization working on all aspects of the refugee cause in more than twenty five countries throughout the world. The aim of DRC is to protect refugees and internally displaced persons (IDPs) against persecution and to promote durable solutions to the problems of forced migration, on the basis of humanitarian principles and human rights. DRC works in accordance with the UN Conventions on Refugees and the Code of Conduct for the ICRC and NGOs in Disaster Relief.The protection and assistance to conflict affected population is provided within a long-term, regional and rights-based approach in order to constitute a coherent and effective response to the challenges posed by today’s conflicts. Assistance consists of relief and other humanitarian aid, rehabilitation, support to return and repatriation as well as promotion of long-term solutions to displacement and its causes. In addition, support and capacity building of local and national authorities and NGOs form an integral part of DRC’s work. Job Summary: The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) Infrastructure Coordinator will provide oversight and supervise the implementation of infrastructure works in Acholi Sub – Region in accordance with DRC internal and donor requirements. He/She will be required to represent DRC at infrastructure related meetings.Key Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Coordination and Representation:Responsible for coordination with stakeholders and maintaining contacts in relation to DRC infrastructure projects in Acholi Sub – Region.Ensure that DRC internal guidelines and standards as well as those of the donors adhered to.Build and maintain working relationships with a range of key stakeholders including Coordination Function (CF), Local Government and other stakeholders.Attend and represent the interest of DRC in infrastructure meetings with the District Local Government and Coordination Function.2. Project Development, Implementation and Reporting: Responsible for concept paper and proposal development with infrastructure thematic areas.Responsible for grants management of all infrastructure projects.Actively coordinate planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of infrastructure projects in Acholi Sub – Region.Present all infrastructure projects for approval by the District Technical Planning Committee (DTPC) and guide the District Local Government on the approved Infrastructure Manual and operational standard guidelines.Ensure efficient and effective programme implementation.Develop a monitoring scheme with performance and impact indicators for all infrastructure components and related activities.Responsible for the development of project plans, budgets and funding proposals.Oversee and provide guidance to all DRC infrastructure support to the targeted beneficiaries.Actively monitor and document DRC’s infrastructure activities.Work in liaison with the Regional Manager, review the activity and related financial reports.Compile and submit monthly, quarterly and annual reports.3. Staff Development and Management: Offer technical and programmatic leadership for the infrastructure staff in Acholi Sub – Region.Develop staff performance measurement and targets and appraise them based on the set targets.Carry out training needs assessments of all the infrastructure staff and make recommendation.Conduct periodic field visits to support field staffs through technical back stopping.Uphold DRC’s code of conduct.Perform any other duty as may be assigned.Qualifications, Skills and Experience: The candidate should hold a Bachelor’s degree in any of the following: community development, civil engineering, social work, social administration (rural construction background is preferable).Five or more years of relevant work experience in labor based interventions (cash for work).Proven ability to provide technical leadership and coordination in the field of infrastructure engineering.Past experience on working with donor funded projects preferably DANIDA.Being a strong team player and ability to work well with minimal supervision.Possess the ability to work with culturally diverse groups of people.Ability and flexibility to travel within the Acholi Sub – Region.Computer literacy skills. Report writing skills.Fluency in Acholi an added advantage.All qualified candidates are encouraged to send their applications that should be in English and include the following:A cover letter (1 page) in which you explain why you are interested in the position and how you meet the qualities and qualifications criteria and salary expectations. Concise and accurate CV (maximum 3 pages). The CV should include information about your qualifications, relevant training courses, work experience, name and contact details of three relevant references.The complete documents can be uploaded online at the web link belowNB: If you have problems uploading your application, please contact job@drc.dk.For More Ugandan Jobs, Please Visit http://www.theugandanjobline.com or find us on our facebook page https://www.facebook.com/UgandanJobline
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