Fresher Reception Centre Assistant NGO Jobs – Danish Refugee Council (DRC)

Job Title:         Reception Centre Assistant
Organisation: Danish Refugee
Council (DRC)
Duty Station: Uganda
Reports to: Centre
Supervisor
About US:
The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a private, independent,
humanitarian organization working on all aspects of the refugee cause in more
than 36 countries throughout the world. The aim of DRC is to protect refugees
and internally displaced persons (IDPs) against persecution and to promote
durable solutions to the problems of forced migration, on the basis of
humanitarian principles and human rights. DRC works in accordance with the UN
Conventions on Refugees and the Code of Conduct for the ICRC and NGOs in
Disaster Relief.
Job Summary: The Reception
Centre Assistant will support the quality, timely implementation of transit
centre management activities in compliance with DRC standards and budgets.
Key Duties and
Responsibilities:   
  • Work closely with URDMC team to ensure
    that the 3 days hot meal provision at reception center /settlement level
    is done effectively
  • Regularly CHECK the Reception Centre to
    ensure that there is enough space for accommodation for POCs
  • The incumbent will also coordinate with
    protection staff of DRC, OPM and UNHCR in explaining to the new arrivals
    the process of relocation to settlements
  • Liaise with DRC protection and Community
    Service staff to provide special attention to UAM/SCs and persons with
    specific needs (PSNs) such as disabled and elderly persons.
  • Coordinate with DRC /LWF Protection
    /Community service staff for the receipt of the relocated Persons of
    Concern at Reception /Settlement, especially PSNs.
  • Tasked with recording and Sharing of the
    Relocation Information actual and against target for onward submission.
  • Coordinate with DRC, OPM and UNHCR staff
    to assist the new arrivals to Board BUSES/TRUCKS by calling their names
    and checking their presence as per the relocation list.
  • Supervision of casual workers especially
    those assisting in Loading of Luggage and Shelter Pole distribution
  • Prepare and submit timely activity,
    weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual reports
  • Contribute to project planning,
    development of proposals and lessons learned processes
  • Prepare and submit weekly action plan to
    the supervisor
  • Perform any other additional duties
    assigned by the supervisor in order to allow the organization to function
    optimally.
Qualifications, Skills and
Experience:
  • The ideal candidate for the Danish Refugee
    Council (DRC) Reception Centre Assistant job placement should hold a University
    degree in Social Sciences, Arts and Development studies from recognized
    Institution.
  • At least two years’ experience in
    implementing environmental conservation-related activities.
  • Previous experience of managing and
    supervising staff.
  • Prior exposure and experience of working
    with UN or Non‐Governmental
    organizations.
  • Excellent communication skills and ability
    to conduct training and awareness.
  • Broad knowledge and understanding of
    gender, protection and human rights.
  • Good computer skills.
  • Good organizational and people management
    skills.
  • Ability to work in the field and should
    hold a Valid Riding license
  • Knowledge of the local languages spoken in
    the operation area (Adjumani) is an asset is an added advantage
  • Familiarity with Monitoring &
    Evaluation for UN-funded projects desired.
     
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should send their
applications including;
  • 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.
  • All applications should be sent to
    administrator@drcuganda.org clearly indicating position name in the
    subject line.
Deadline: 12th April 2017
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