The Ugandan Jobline

• Supervise effective, efficient and timely
  implementation of all projects according to agreed contracts, budgets,
  policies and in accordance with specific donor requirements;
• Prepare project work plans in accordance
  with annual planning and funding cycles;
• Ensure that relevant beneficiary data is
  collected, compiled, analysed and distributed and that relevant assessments
  are conducted in the project area;
• Provide regular internal and external
  reports, and other relevant information on programme activities, policy
  matters and external relations, based on agreed formats and schedules;
• Provide input for the continued
  development of a sustainable strategy for DRC’s multi-sectoral assistance
  in Adjumani.

• Supervise budgeting and project
  expenditures, and prepare financial reports with assistance from the
  Grant- and Finance Managers;
• Supervise project human resources in the
  field and at offices, and co-manage shared human resources with other
  programme. This includes further development of staff job descriptions,
  their training and monitoring, and recruitment;
• Implement and monitor, and where necessary
  revise implementation of DRC administrative guidelines and -policies,
  safety– and security procedures, logistics support and other tasks
  associated with efficient day-to-day running of the operations;
• Be responsible for organisational
  development for the project, including staff assessments.

• Build and maintain close relations with
  all relevant stakeholders including the donor and UN agencies, officials
  of the Office of the Prime Minister, district- and sub-county authorities,
  other donor representatives, INGOs, NGOs and CBOs;
• Participate in the relevant sector
  coordination meetings in the field and ensure DRC’s inputs to development
  of assistance modalities that adheres to humanitarian principles and other
  international frameworks that DRC has subscribed to.
• Work closely with the Country Director and
  Head of Finance and Administration, ensure correct and timely narrative
  and financial reporting to donor(s);
• Work in liaison with the Head of Programs,
  identify opportunities for new projects;
• Assist the Head of Program to plan and
  develop concept papers, budgets and project proposals;
• Ensure effective coordination and
  visibility to the implementation of the projects with all humanitarian and
  development actors and relevant stakeholders.

• The ideal candidate for the Danish Refugee
  Council (DRC) Area Manager job placement must hold an advanced University
  Degree in Human Rights, Social Science or related field or equivalent
  practical experience 
• At least five years’ experience in
  programme development and implementation in emergency context, including
  quality monitoring and evaluation processes.
• Previous exposure and experience in a
  country-level senior management/coordination position
• Experience working in refugee operations
  in more than one context
• Relevant technical expertise/experience in
  some sectors of humanitarian programming such as shelter,
  livelihoods/resilience, and protection, etc.
• Demonstrated ability to build external
  relationships with diplomacy, tact and professionalism in a complex and
  demanding environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and support
  multi-sector programmes including operational planning and problem
  solving.
• Previous experience in people management
  and team-building. 
• Demonstrated experience of financial and
  asset management including multi-donor programming
• Proven ability to undertaken
  representation with senior government officials.
• Excellent written and presentation skills
  in English
• Strong analytical capacity for programme
  design and development.
• Ability to work independently and as part
  of a team
• Proficiency in computer packages and
  financial software i.e. Word, Excel, Power point etc.
• Must show ability to work in an isolated
  and challenging environment.

• Striving for excellence:
  You focus on reaching results in a fast paced environment
• Collaborating: You lead
  initiatives and processes by involving relevant parties and encouraging
  feedback. 
• Taking the lead: You
  take ownership and initiative while setting high standards 
• Communicating: You
  listen to other stakeholders and staff; and you communicate concisely and
  persuasively
• Demonstrating integrity:
  You act in line with DRC’s vision and values. 

• 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
• Concise and accurate CV (maximum 3 pages).
  The CV should include information about your qualification, relevant
  training courses, Work experience, name and contact details of 3 relevant
  references.

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