To Danish Refugee Council προκηρύσσει την κάτωθι θέση εργασίας στη Θεσσαλονίκη:
Area Manager (North)
Introduction
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 fulfillment 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. Based in Copenhagen (Denmark) and present in forty countries, the Danish Refugee Council is a non-profit-making, politically independent, non-governmental and non-denominational relief organization.
Our vision is a dignified life for all displaced. All our efforts are based on our value compass: humanity, respect, independence and neutrality, participation, and honesty and transparency.
Background
DRC has been operating in Greece since November 2015, supporting the relevant Greek authorities through an integrated programming within reception facilities and access to rights for asylum seekers and refugees. DRC initially established its operation on Lesbos island while since March 2016 expanded its presence in the mainland of Greece, in response to the changing context and the build-up of refugee population in the country. DRC has its Country Office in Athens, while operational capacity is established through Sub-Offices in Attica (Athens), North Greece (Thessaloniki), Central Greece (Larissa) and Lesvos (Mytilene).
Purpose
The Area Manager is responsible for the overall management, implementation and programme development of DRC’s operations and represents externally DRC in the assigned area of responsibility. S/he will be responsible for all support functions (administration, HR, Finance, Supply Chain) as well as for the implementation of DRC’s multisector integrated programme in line with DRC’s strategy in Greece, in close coordination with the Country Office and by receiving technical assistance by the relevant technical experts in the above areas of work.
The position requires a high degree of responsibility, flexibility and understanding of complex organizational charts including horizontal liaising among different senior managers and particularly the Athens based Heads of Departments. S/he reports to the Country Director.
Duties and Responsibilities
Representation
- Act as the main DRC representative in the area and regularly communicate DRC strategy and advocacy messages to all relevant forums/meetings with the objective to strengthen DRC’s position in the area;
- Develop, implement and regularly revise a DRC engagement strategy and acceptance in the area;
- Identify and build relationships with authorities and other relevant actors in the area.
Management
- Leadership, coordination and integration of DRC activities in the area in line with DRC’s Strategic Programme Document (SPD);
- Direct line management in compliance with the DRC procedures and the Greek Labour Law of the staff based in the designated region, including recruitment, coaching, performance management, appraisal processes, capacity building and ensuring interdepartmental co-ordination;
- Liaise and closely coordinate with the Senior Management Team (SMT) based in Athens to promote strong links between Country Office and Thessaloniki Sub-Office staff and to ensure Technical Line Management is active and functioning;
- Ensure that existing programming and operational guidelines are being applied and followed by all teams in the area of responsibility;
- Ensure a rights-based approach to all DRC programming in his/her area of responsibility;
- Encourage a positive, innovative and mutually supportive team spirit amongst the team both locally but also with the Country Office team;
- Lead DRC’s change management initiatives and promote a culture of accountability within all team members.
Programme Development
- Lead the process of adapting DRC strategy to the local context and circumstances in close coordination with the Head of Programmes and in line with the broader strategic priorities for DRC in Greece;
- Actively contribute to the development of DRC programme in the respective area of responsibility and provide input to the development of project proposals;
- Regularly analyse and communicate updates to the Senior Management Team (SMT) and other relevant staff of the Country Office on the local context and humanitarian situation.
Safety and Security
- Monitor developments on security situation in the area of responsibility;
- Ensure staff safety measures are in place and implemented with the support of the Safety Advisor;
- Ensure immediate communication with all relevant colleagues both locally and in Athens for any security related incident and ensure Safety Incident Reports are submitted.
Operational systems and support functions
- Provide budget monitoring and financial control in compliance with DRC policies and donor requirements;
- Ensure compliance with Supply Chain procedures;
- Ensure implementation of the newly established ERP, locally;
- Identify procedural gaps in DRC’s systems and ensure existing ones are implemented locally.
Reporting
- Comply with internal reporting requirements, contribute to, and provide quality assurance of external reports related to the area of responsibility.
Accountability
- Guided by the DRC Programme Handbook, continuously monitor and suggest relevant accountability initiatives in the field as well as strengthening the effort to document the impact of DRC activities in the area;
- Implement locally the DRC Greece Accountability Framework under the overall management of the Country Director and the technical guidance of the Accountability Officer.
Qualifications
- University degree in international relations, management, human rights, social science or related field;
- Minimum 3 to 5 years’ professional work experience within humanitarian/development work (1-2 years in management positions);
- Good understanding of displacement issues of refugees and related international standards/frameworks;
- Solid management skills and ability to manage large team;
- Solid project management experience;
- Extensive experience in representation and networking;
- Excellent analytical and strategic skills;
- Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to establish effective working relations with local staff and other stakeholders;
- Excellent negotiation, advocacy and communication skills;
- Professional fluency in written and spoken English and Greek;
- Knowledge of displacement issues and local context in Greece and/or Europe is a strong asset.
- Ability to live and work in a demanding working environment.
Required Skills & Qualities
- Core Competencies of DRC:
- Striving for excellence
- Collaboration
- Taking the lead
- Communication
- Demonstrating Integrity
- Ability to work in a multinational and multicultural environment
- Proactivity, with a sound commitment to teamwork and with a spirit of genuine collaboration
- Excellent communication skills, as well as patience and politeness, are required
- Multi-tasking and Organizational skills is a must
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Proven analytical and critical thinking skills
- Exemplary sense of ethics in the workplace
- Team-oriented & good sense of humor
Terms & Conditions
• The contract will be under the Greek Labor Law (this is a national position)
• All allowances will be provided to the employees (Christmas, Easter, Vacation bonus)
• DRC provides training opportunities to develop and strengthen the quality of its services as well as its staff members’ professional and personal development.
• The position will be based in the broader area of Thessaloniki (Northern Greece) and national terms and conditions apply
General Regulations
- The employee shall follow DRC instructions on safety, confidentiality and ethical guidelines, including the Code of Conduct and the Humanitarian Accountability Framework
- Employee should not engage in any other paid activity during the DRC contract period without prior authorization
- Employee should not engage in any activity that could harm DRC or the implementation of any project during the DRC contract period
- Employee should not give interviews to the media or publish project-related photos or other material without prior authorization
- Employee shall return all borrowed equipment for the project to DRC after the end of the contract period or upon request
Application Process
Are you interested? Then apply for this position on line: www.drc.dk/about-drc/vacancies/current-vacancies. All applicants must send a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages). Both must be in English.
DRC provides equal opportunity in employment and prohibits discrimination in employment on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability.
DRC encourages all applicants to apply and does not practice any discrimination in any recruitment process. However, applicants must be aware that DRC cannot systemically sponsor non-EU citizen or non-Greek resident for all the steps of legal process to get a work permit and/or a residency permit in Greece.
You are welcome to contact the Country Director, Kyriakos Giaglis at Αυτή η διεύθυνση ηλεκτρονικού ταχυδρομείου προστατεύεται από τους αυτοματισμούς αποστολέων ανεπιθύμητων μηνυμάτων. Χρειάζεται να ενεργοποιήσετε τη JavaScript για να μπορέσετε να τη δείτε., for additional information regarding the position.
Applications close on the 18th of December 2019. Applications submitted after this date will not be considered.
Due to the urgency of filling this vacancy, DRC may proceed with recruitment prior to the deadline in case a suitable candidate is identified.
We encourage all qualified candidates to apply, irrespective of age, nationality, gender or age.
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
Read more here about what our employees say about working in DRC.
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. Visit drc.ngo to read more about what we do to secure robust safeguarding mechanisms.
If you have questions or are facing problems with the online application process, please visit drc.ngo/jobsupport.