Overall Purpose of the role:
The Regional Durable Solutions Secretariat (ReDSS) is a coalition of 14 NGOs working in the search of durable solutions in East Africa. ReDSS Secretariat is hosted by DRC in Nairobi, with country units for Somalia and Ethiopia. ReDSS is a coordination and information hub that focuses on research and knowledge management, program support, capacity development, learning, and policy dialogue. ReDSS Steering committee is composed of DRC, IRC and NRC.
Responsibilities:
Program support : provide high quality support on program development and design, solutions outcomes monitoring and learning
· Provide strategic and programing support to ReDSS members and partners in developing and using solutions programmatic tools to ensure high quality solutions programing for displacement affected communities in Somalia
· Support ReDSS Somalia partner’s use of the solutions programmatic tools developed and online dashboard
· Lead and facilitate processes to inform real time learning and support iterative decision making in solutions programming
· Facilitate cross countries program learning based on ReDSS learning strategy principles (collaborative, adaptive, iterative and locally-led)
· Lead discussion to define and agree on criteria to identify and document lessons learnt (develop and define purpose (programme impact and learning impact) and process for capturing lessons learnt, best practices and failing forward )
· Support members to invest in community engagement processes and 2 ways communication to improve our collective accountability
· Support partners to put in place longitudinal system to capture and monitor impacts and aspirations of displaced people over time
· Initiate and support cross learning between members and partners and between regions within Somalia
· Bring government, humanitarian and development actors together to discuss collective outcomes and invest in joint programing and learning
· Convene ReDSS internal and external partners on a regular basis to discuss solutions programing and use findings and evidence from Solution analyses and research to inform better programing
Grants management
· Contribute to the development and revision of funding proposals, budgets and donor reports
· Prepare reports for donors, partners, and government on program progress, ensuring all reporting requirements of donors are delivered on time and in a quality manner.
· Ensure that grant coordination systems and processes are successfully implemented across the life of the grant. Ensure that key controls are in place to support effective management of the funding portfolio and compliance with the donor requirements
· Develop and maintain overview of all grants, donor requirements, rules and regulations, and internal and external deadlines, including filing of grant documents (including through the grants database – forthcoming)
· Coordinate the development of donor applications and reports, as well as ensuring donor compliance and quality control
· Work with ReDSS Somalia manager and members to draft concepts and proposals
External representation and coordination
Work with key stakeholders towards development of collective outcomes and programming principles on durable solutions processes in Somalia
Experience, education and technical competencies
· Advanced University degree in social studies, political science, program management, international relations, international development or relevant field
· Minimum 5 years of experience in similar positions involving programme and grants management, monitoring and evaluation and coordination of a consortium of partners
· Strong knowledge of the socio-economic and political dynamics of Somalia; more specifically on displacement, with a demonstrated ability to manage politically sensitive contexts
· Demonstrated ability to work in a multicultural environment and establish harmonious and effective working relationships, both within and outside the organization
· Strong programme and grant management and budgeting skills with proven experience in managing durable solutions or resilience programmes
· Strong analytical and writing skills with proven experience in producing high quality programs and lessons learnt tools with ability to present complex information in a simple and accessible manner
· Excellent coordination, inter-personal facilitation and communication skills to build trusted relationships with a wide array of humanitarian and development partners, donors, Government agencies, etc
· Good IT command, close familiarity with the maintenance and management of template-style websites and experience of applying ICT (information communications technology) to knowledge management
· Flexibility, proactive engagement, ability to work under pressure and to demonstrate high tolerance for change, complexity and unpredictability
ABOUT YOU
In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’s five core competencies:
· Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.
· Collaborating: You are a strong networker and enjoy working with many different types of stakeholders, you involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
· Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while balancing the role of advisor and taking leadership
· Communicating: You write and speak effectively and honestly and display political and cultural sensitivity, including ability to adapt well to local cultures
· Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with our vision and values.
Conditions
Availability:Â 25THÂ June 2019
Duty station:Â Mogadishu
Reporting to: ReDSS Somalia Durable Solutions Manager
Duration:Â 1-year contract with possibility of extension.
THE POSITION IS OPEN TO NATIONALS ONLY.
Gender Equality: DRC is committed to achieving gender parity in staffing at all levels. In light of this, women candidates are particularly encouraged to apply to bridge the gender gap.
Equal Opportunities: DRC is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment based on mutual respect for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, disability status, religion, ethnic origin, colour, race, marital status or other protected characteristics.
Interested candidates who meet the required qualifications and experience are invited to submit updated CV and cover letter explaining their motivation and why they are suited for the post. We only accept applications sent via our online-application form on www.drc.ngo under Vacancies. Please forward the application and CV, in English through the online application on
www.drc.ngo under Vacancies no later than 12th June, 2019.
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