Livelihood Assistant – Training

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-Training who will be responsible for coordinating and directly implementing employability and Livelihoods trainings in DRC’s community center. 

About the job

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

• With the Economic Recovery team, participate in developing employability and livelihoods trainings to be held in the DRC community center;
• Deliver the trainings on a regular basis to Syrian and Jordanian beneficiaries; this includes coordinating the day-to-day logistics and all communications and administration with participants;
• Conduct pre and post evaluations to assess knowledge and skill improvement;
• Record attendance, test scores, and other training-oriented information as part of a broader beneficiary profile;
• Assist in the development of a training framework for specialized skill development trainings held by private sector actors in the broader community;
• Analyzing referral cases eligible for financial support for livelihood activity;
• Implement monitoring and evaluation mechanisms for skill development training;
• Routinely audit the curriculum taught and revise according to beneficiary feedback as well as changes to the context;
• Assist in the identification of appropriate referral pathways based on beneficiary participation in trainings;
• Inform the development of new curriculum and training priorities as needed.
• Assist in the enforcement of HAP Principles of Accountability;
• Ensure the application of DRC Code of Conduct and DRC Policies and Procedures.

About you

Required / Desirable

• Bachelor’s degree in education, business, economics, political/social sciences, public administration, international, development or a relevant equivalent
• 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.