Job Overview
In 2003, , DRC became one of the first organisations to provide humanitarian assistance in the country. Today, DRC continues to provide humanitarian assistance to the most vulnerable displacement-affected families, including IDPs, returnees, and host communities in Basra, Baqubah, Jalawla, Gatoon, Baghdad, Muqdadiya, Balad, Aziz Balad, Samarra, Mosul, Duhok, Tel Afar, Baa’j, Sinjar, and Erbil.
Find more about DRC operations in Iraq here: Iraq | DRC Danish Refugee Council
Danish Refugee Council, one of the world’s leading humanitarian NGOs, is currently looking for a highly qualified [Economic Recovery Specialist ]
Overall purpose of the role:
The economic recovery specialist will be responsible of the implementation of the project and provide technical expertise and advisory support to the program team, focusing on improving project quality and effectiveness in implementing activities related to sustainable waste management, WASH, and agricultural initiatives.
Reporting to the project manager, the specialist will collaborate with project staff, stakeholders, and partners to ensure that economic recovery components are integrated effectively into project interventions, contributing to environmental sustainability and socio-economic development within targeted communities.
Reporting to: Economic Recovery Project Manager
Direct reports: N/A
Unit/department: Economic Recovery
Location: Anbar, Faluja with frequent travels to Bzibiz and other areas of intervention.
Main Responsibilities:
- In collaboration with the project manager and the team leader ensure timely and high-quality delivery of all interventions in Anbar.
- In collaboration with the project manager and the team leader, oversight of all economic recovery activities including project planning, implementation and follow up.
- Provides advice and technical guidance to project staff on integrating environmental practices into economic recovery activities to ensure alignment with environmental sustainability objectives.
- Conduct environmental assessments and analyses to identify potential environmental risks, impacts and opportunities associated with project interventions and develop strategies to mitigate harmful impacts and increase positive outcomes.
- Advice the program staff on the selection and implementation of eco-friendly techniques compliance with environmental standards.
- Responsible for monitoring the project sites and gathering success stories from the economic recovery programs.
- Undertake regular and ad hoc field visits to the area of intervention to ensure quality of implementation.
- collaborate with relevant stakeholders, including environmental agencies and community groups.
- Facilitate dialogue among community groups to promote social cohesion among diverse communities.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to build knowledge sharing and collective actions on environmental issues.
- Represent the project in environmental related workshops and meetings with stakeholders, advocating for integration of environmental considerations into project activities and integrating environmental criteria standards.
- Provide technical oversight and guidance to project staff on environmental management practices including waste management, natural resource and bio-gas interventions and Perma Garden practices.
- Conduct training sessions and capacity building workshops for project staff and community members on environmental management principles, sustainable practices, and ecosystem strategies.
Other:
- Any other duties as may be assigned by the Line Manager.
- Conduct duties in accordance with DRC Iraq Programme Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Conduct duties in accordance with DRC Code of Conduct.
- Make sure to spread a positive image of DRC and its activities by explaining what DRC is doing and why DRC operates in that way.
Experience and technical competencies:
- Relevant experience – at least 4 years – in similar contexts.
- Experience with DRC people of concern.
- Experience in conducting environmental assessments, impact analyses and risk assessments with understanding of environmental standards.
- Experience in providing technical advice and capacity building support.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Knowledge of local laws and regulations.
- Able to work energetically.
- Relevant computer skills.
- Strong networking, interpersonal and presentation skills.
- Demonstrated communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills and respect for people with special needs and other vulnerability.
- Ability to work in a multicultural context as a flexible and respectful team player.
Education:
- Relevant university degree in environmental science, environmental management, natural resources, or similar education.
- Possession of a training certification in economic development, sustainability or project management would be an advantage.
Languages: (indicate fluency level)
- English (fluent)
- Kurdish (fluent)
Key stakeholders: (internal and external)
- Economic Recovery Project Managers
- Economic Recovery Team Leader
- Economic Recovery Technical Coordinator
- Support Services Teams
- MEAL and IM teams
In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ five core competencies:
Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.
Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
Demonstrating integrity: You uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to our values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.
WE OFFER
- Contract Length: 5 Months
- Salary Band: MG.1
- Start Date: 07-May-2024
- Comprehensive health insurance for staff, spouse, and up to two children under 18.
- Personal Accident insurance coverage in the event of work-related accidents during working hours.
- Psychosocial support for staff and family members.
- Learning & Development opportunities for professional growth.
Salary and conditions will be in accordance with the Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for National Staff. Please refer to drc.ngo under Vacancies.
Application process
All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English. Applications sent by email will not be considered.
Closing date for applications: [16-April-2024]
For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website drc.ngo.
DRC as an employer
By working in DRC, you will be joining a global workforce of around 8000 employees in 40 countries. We pride ourselves on our:
- Professionalism, impact & expertise
- Humanitarian approach & the work we do
- Purpose, meaningfulness & own contribution
- Culture, values & strong leadership
- Fair compensation & continuous development
DRC’s capacity to ensure the protection of and assistance to refugees, IDP’s and other persons of concern depends on the ability of our staff to uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment. DRC conducts thorough and comprehensive background checks as part of the recruitment process.
If you have questions or are facing problems with the online application process, please visit drc.ngo/about-us/job-and-career/support-for-job-seekers.
Danish Refugee Council is an equal opportunity employer and we consider all applicants regardless of race, age, ability, ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, or marital status. We have a strong ambition to further enhance the diversity of our workforce and our goal is to achieve 50% gender balance and at least 50% representation of national staff in management roles. We acknowledge the importance of fostering a diverse and inclusive team to successfully achieve our organizational goals and positively impact the communities we serve.
