Somalia DDG Programme Manager

Danish Demining Group (DDG) is a part of Danish Refugee Council (DRC). DDG has operated in Somaliland since 1999 and in South Central Somalia since 2007, clearing mines and other explosive remnants of war. Recognising the widespread proliferation of uncontrolled Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW) in Somalia, DDG expanded its approach to also address the threat from SALW. Respecting the basic need of individuals and communities to maintain ownership and control of their firearms for protection reasons, DDG is expanding Mine Action programme and its Community Safety (CS) Program. DDG’s community safety approach encompasses the following elements:

• Strengthening local institutions and enhancing local capacity for addressing safety needs

• Addressing immediate threats to life and limbs by explosive remnants of war

• Addressing small arms as a tool of violence

• Building capacity for conflict management and peace

• Strengthening relationships between security providers and communities

The program is rooted in a participatory process, where DDG assists target communities to assess their safety and security situation, define and prioritize their safety and security needs, and identify resources to address these needs.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Program Manager is responsible for DDG’s operations in Somalia (Puntland and South Central Somalia) and may have responsibilities as part of the regional initiatives in the Horn of Africa. The Program Manager refers to and works in close co-ordination with the DDG Regional Director for the Horn of Africa who is based in Nairobi. Specific responsibilities include:

Management

• Management, operational oversight, coordination and implementation of the Mine Action and Community Safety Program in Somalia

• Support and supervision of 95 national staff and 3 expatriate staff. This includes coaching, ensuring co-ordination between local managers, recruiting and development of staff.

Programme development

• Establish a new programme in a volatile environment

• Be a driving force in terms of developing the DDG programme within the DDG programme objectives.

Strategic development

• In co-ordination with the Representative, lead the process of continuously developing DDG’s Armed Violence Reduction approach (including CS activities) in a regional context and adapted to the circumstances in the field – both nationally and regionally.

Finance and administration

• Responsible for budget monitoring, financial management and expenses control including compliance with minimum DRC/DDG and donor requirements and ensuring that the necessary systems are in place.

Security

• Responsible for security including development and ensuring adherence to security procedures, monitoring the development in the security situation, developing contingency plans etc.

Reporting

• Ensure proper and timely financial and narrative reporting in compliance with internal and external reporting requirements including procurement.

Representation/Liaison

• Act as representative for the DDG programme in Somalia towards government authorities, donors, partners, UN agencies and international and local NGOs and various local co-ordination forums.

• Cooperation and operational synchronisation with DRC, SC Somalia and DRC Puntland

Fundraising

• Proposal writing, including development of budgets and support to the Representative in applying for funding and broadening DDG Somalia’s funding base.

Accountability

• Guided by the DRC Programme Handbook, continuously monitor and develop relevant accountability initiatives in the field as well as strengthening the effort to document the impact of DDG’s activities.

QUALIFICATIONS

• University Degree in Social Sciences, Law, International Development, International Relations or related area

• Minimum of 3 years working experience at an international level with humanitarian international NGOs or operational UN agencies

• Minimum of 2 years field experience in conflict affected areas, preferably in Africa in general or Somalia in particular

• Proven experience in project management, including budget expenditure, donor relations, reporting, proposal writing, staff management and monitoring and evaluation

• Preferably experience in the area of small arms and/or community based safety programming

• Preferably Explosive Ordinance Disposal level 3 competence and experience

• Fluency in written and spoken English

• High degree of computer literacy

PERSONAL COMPETENCIES

• Strong leadership skills, including ability to build and motivate a team as well as willingness to deal with conflicts up front

• Political and cultural sensitivity, including ability to adapt well to local cultures

• Proven ability to function well in a volatile and very restricted environment

• Strong liaison and communication skills

• Ability to resist external pressures

• Innovative and creative thinking

• Strong analytical and reporting skills

CONDITIONS

Start date: 1. October 2011 or soon hereafter.

Duty station: Galkayo, Somalia with occasional travel to other areas in Somalia. This is a ‘non-family duty station’ and the person must be prepared to live and work in an isolated and unstable security environment with limited recreational and social facilities. Accommodation is provided.

Contract: 12 months - with possibilities for extension, subject to funding. Salary and conditions in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for Expatriates, please refer to www.drc.dk under Vacancies. This position is placed at salary level B2. The position offers an R&R benefit, in addition to standard vacation and holiday benefits. The position is subject to funding.

FURTHER INFORMATION

You are welcome to contact DDG’s Regional Director for Horn of Africa Mr Klaus Ljoerring Pedersen on +254 716 852 501 or email: klpc@drc.dk for additional information about the vacancy. Please note that applications are not to be sent to Mr. Pedersen.

For information about our work and organisation, please visit our website www.danishdemininggroup.dk.

APPLICATION AND CV

Only motivated applications in English that address the stipulated duties and meet the required qualifications sent together with a CV will be considered.

CV-only applications will not be considered.

Please forward application, in English and marked “Somalia Program Manager – DDG” no later than Tuesday the 21. June 2011.

We only accept applications sent via our online recruitment system on www.drc.dk under Vacancies/Current vacancies/DDG Programmer Manager – Somalia. Applications sent directly to Ms. Pedersen will not be considered.

Please contact Anne Oxholm, job@drc.dk, if you have questions to the application process or experience problems with your on-line application.

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