DRC Country Project Lead Jobs 2023 – Kenya NGO Jobs. DRC Kenya looking for “Country Project Lead”. Applicants with a Bachelor’s degree may apply on or before 28 February 2023.
Founded in 1956, the Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is Denmark’s largest, and a leading international NGO – one of the few with a specific expertise in forced displacement. In 40 countries 9,000 employees protect, advocate and build sustainable futures for refugees and other displacement affected people and communities. DRC works during displacement at all stages: In the acute crisis, in exile, when settling and integrating in a new place, or upon return.
DRC Country Project Lead Jobs 2023
The DRC has published a job vacancy announcement on 10 February 2023 for qualified Kenya’s to fill in the vacant post of Country Project Lead to be based in Nairobi, Kenya.
| Recruiter | Danish Refugee Council (DRC) |
| Position | Country Project Lead |
| Location | Nairobi, Kenya |
| Country | Kenya |
| Total Vacant Post | N/A |
| Qualification | Bachelor’s degree |
| Experience Required | A minimum of 7 years |
| Application Deadline | 28 February 2023 |
DRC Job Vacancy 2023
Overall purpose of the role: Reporting to the Chief of Party (COP), the Country Project Lead (CPL) is responsible for achievement of the project’s intended results in their country of responsibility and that the country response is effective and agile. The CPL will play a key role in ensuring project coherence and integrated visions, reinforcing project governance and working collaboratively with senior DRC staff to develop timely solutions and adaptation.
Key responsibilities:
- Provide country leadership and direction in project implementation and delivery, ensuring planning and execution of timely, effective and on-budget activities that achieve the greatest impact toward programme goals and objectives;
- Maintain robust contextual and operational awareness to ensure that the country and project response is effective, agile and adaptable;
- Be responsible for managing and directing the country project team, leading by example to build a supportive, respectful and positive working relationships which allow for the effective implementation of all activities;
- Play a leading role in fostering robust, regular, and organised coordination between programme support services teams, DRC Country and Area offices and partners;
- Oversee and manage the project’s day-to-day relationship with in-country local government authorities and other stakeholders, including representing the programme in local and national meetings and events as appropriate;
- Support the Project Manager and DRC Finance teams to produce accurate and compliant financial forecasts (internal and external) and project financial reporting;
Qualification & Experience:
- Minimum bachelor’s degree in relevant field
- A minimum of 7 years’ experience working in the international humanitarian aid with at least five years’ experience in a similar operational role;
- Demonstrated experience working with displaced populations in an emergency setting as well as experience managing large-scale projects;
- Strong project management experience, including resource management, work planning, implementation oversight and periodic review, and compliance management;
- Expertise and experience in emergency and/or humanitarian aid programming;
- High-level communications and interpersonal skills together with robust analytical and problem-solving skills;
- A demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with host governments, donors, partners, local organizations, and other stakeholders; and
- Excellent verbal and written English.
Other Details
- Contract Type: Full Time
- Selection Process: Interview
- Salary: negotiable
- Application Process: Online
How to Apply DRC Country Project Lead Jobs 2023
Note: Before you apply, please download (link is given below) the full advertisement and read it carefully.
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The Closing Date: 28 February 2023
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
| Particulars | Details Link |
| Job Advertisement | Download |
| Official Website | www.drc.ngo |
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