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Livelihood Assistant – Outreach

Irbid

  • Organization: DRC - Danish Refugee Council
  • Location: Irbid
  • Grade: Junior level - Junior
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Administrative support
    • Communication and Public Information
    • Food Security, Livestock and Livelihoods
  • Closing Date: Closed

The Danish Refugee Council assists refugees and internally displaced persons across the globe: we provide emergency aid, fight for their rights, and strengthen their opportunity for a brighter future. We work in conflict-affected areas, along the displacement routes, and in the countries where refugees settle. In cooperation with local communities, we strive for responsible and sustainable solutions. We work toward successful integration and – whenever possible – for the fulfilment of the wish to return home.

The Danish Refugee Council was founded in Denmark in 1956, and has since grown to become an international humanitarian organization with more than 7,000 staff and 8,000 volunteers. Our vision is a dignified life for all displaced.

All of our efforts are based on our value compass: humanity, respect, independence and neutrality, participation

 

DRC is looking to hire livelihood Assistant-Outreach who will provide in field support to the implementation of all livelihood activities in Irbid including technical and life skills training, productive activities, cash for work, and business grants.

 

About the job

 

The individual will report directly to Base Manager-Irbid. Your main duties and responsibilities will be:

 

  • Assist in the day-to-day implementation of all DRC livelihood activities in Irbid, including Cash for work program, distribution of micro business grants, and all skills and self-reliance training programs.
  • Support in conducting the recruitment process of the CFW.
  • Assist in the regular collection of information regarding beneficiary and community needs and gaps in service provision in order feed into the design of livelihood interventions
  • Provide updated and relevant information on available services to DRC beneficiaries.
  • Provide livelihood counselling to DRC beneficiaries, and then refer them to the relevant livelihood scheme.
  • Coordinate and oversee the skills training activities in Azraq town
  • Carries out data recording as required, including Cash for Work (CFW) project details.
  • Assist the M&E team in conducting feedback sessions for trainees and cash for workers.
  • Record the daily activities into the data base.
  • Maintain close coordination with the direct line manager to identify the gaps and implement a plan to respond to those needs.
  • Coordinate with other team members for protection mainstreaming Other tasks assigned by the direct line manager.

 

About you

 

Required / Desirable

 

  • Diploma degree or higher in relevant area (e.g. economics, development studies, Business)
  • 0-3 years of experience working with an INGO.
  • Experience developing training content highly preferred
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to foster communication and negotiation among local stakeholders;
  • Excellent communication and teaching skills;
  • Strong organizational and time management skills;
  • Experience with relationship management, working in local and vulnerable communities;
  • Ability to work effectively as an integral part of a multi-disciplinary, multi-cultural team and to work with a wide range of government and community counterparts, and other stakeholders;
  • Demonstrated commitment to serving vulnerably individuals with respect, patience and understanding; 
  • Understanding of the socio-economic conditions of Syrian refugee populations preferred.

 

 

 

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: Upholding and promoting the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.

 

 

We offer

Designation of Duty Station: Irbid

Start date: ASAP

 

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: 17 May 2021

 

If you have questions or are facing problems with the online application process, please visit drc.ngo/jobsupport.

For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website drc.ngo.

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