Overall purpose of the role:
The Area Manager represents the Danish Refugee Council at both local and national levels and has the direct responsibility in the management, implementation, and continued development of DRC programme in Sokoto and Zamfara states in Nigeria. She/he directly manages program and support teams of DRC’s interventions and ensure the operation is ongoing, coordinated and planned. In addition, the Area Manager is expected to play a key role in the identification of new projects in close cooperation with the local communities and Authorities. Furthermore, the Area Manager will act as DRC’s Representative in the areas of operations and lead the establishment of the planned field offices.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
Coordinate effective, efficient and timely implementation of the DRC programme according to DRC standards and agreed contracts, budgets, policies and in accordance with specific donor requirements for the relevant projects
Supervise production and submission of regular internal and external reports, and other relevant information on programme activities, policy matters and external relations, based on agreed formats and schedules
In collaboration with the Country Director, Head of Programs and Head of Support Services enable the development of a sustainable programme strategy for DRC’s multi-sectoral assistance in Nigeria with focus on durable solutions agenda and emergency response where relevant
Liaise with relevant external local programme partners: government, UN agencies, donors and (I)NGOs
Follow up timely budgeting and project expenditures and indicators’ achievement with the implementation supervision of the Program Staff, Grants Department and the Support Services Departments in Abuja
Implement and monitor that required DRC administrative guidelines & policies, safety & security procedures, logistics support and other tasks associated with efficient day-to-day running of the operations
Responsible for staff appraisal in accordance with DRC’s guidelines.
As Extended Senior Management Team Member participate in the development of DRC’s strategic programme processes in close consultation with the Head of Programs and Country Director.
Ensure that RC objectives are reached, and Quarterly Performance are monitored and reported
Participate in the planning and development of concept papers, budgets, and project proposals with appropriate levels of support from Country Team
Responsible for safety and security of DRC staff and assets in the Field Office.
Ensure required security measures are adhered to by all staff, including upkeep of minimum operating safety standards as well as the security and evacuation plans.
Experience and technical competencies:
Essential
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Program Management and implementation of projects in emergency context, including quality monitoring and evaluation processes.
Experience of independently managing field offices
Experience working operations in partnership with UN Agencies
Relevant technical expertise/experience in some sectors of humanitarian programming such as Wash, shelter, economic recovery and protection as well as longer term livelihoods/resilience programming,
Proven ability to build external relationships with diplomacy, discretion, and professionalism in a complex and demanding environment.
Demonstrated ability to manage and support multi-sector programs including operational planning and problem solving.
Demonstrated experience in people management and team building.
Demonstrated experience of financial and asset management including multi-donor programming
Demonstrated ability to represent DRC in meetings with Local Government officials and other stakeholders.
Excellent written and presentation skills in English and ability to work in an isolated and challenging environment.
Education:
Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Administration etc.
Key stakeholders:
Build and maintain close relations with all relevant stakeholders including donors and UN agencies and Local Officials as well as other INGOs, NGOs and CBOs
Participate in coordination meetings and working-group meetings as deemed appropriate
Ensure a smooth flow of information between the Field office and Country Office in Abuja. The Area Manager will be based in Sokoto.
In consultation with the Support and Program Teams ensure correct and timely narrative and financial reporting
Ensure effective coordination and visibility of DRC Nigeria’s field operation with all humanitarian and development actors and relevant stakeholders
Together with the Country Director and the DRC country team, identify and pursue new funding opportunities
Required Skills & Qualities
Core Competencies of DRC:
Striving for excellence
Collaboration
Taking the lead
Communication
Demonstrating Integrity
Ability to work in a multinational and multicultural environment
Proactivity, with a sound commitment to teamwork and with a spirit of genuine collaboration
Excellent communication skills, as well as patience and politeness, are required
Multi-tasking and Organizational skills is a must
Adaptable and Flexible
Proven analytical and critical thinking skills
Exemplary sense of ethics in the workplace
Team-oriented & good sense of humor
Apply via :
www.drc.ngo
