Head of Programme – Yaoundé
Danish Refugee Council (DRC)
Yaoundé, Centre, Cameroon
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·Temporaire / CDD
·Humanitaire
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Description
The Danish Refugee Council assistsrefugees 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.
Missions / Responsabilités / Activités
Responsibilities:
Under the supervision of the Country Director, The Head of Program is responsible for the quality of program development and implementation, and for developing the program strategy for DRC in Cameroon. He/she reports directly to the Country Director and is a member of the Senior Management Team (SMT).People Management and internal communication
Under the supervision of the Country Director, The Head of Program is responsible for the quality of program development and implementation, and for developing the program strategy for DRC in Cameroon. He/she reports directly to the Country Director and is a member of the Senior Management Team (SMT).People Management and internal communication
- Manage, coordinate, and coach members of the program team, ensuring their professional development and capacity building as needed.
- Oversee and support capacity building for expatriate and national staff on technical issues and program cycle management, based on assessment of the critical program improvement needs of the Cameroon mission.
- Work in close cooperation with program and support staff in Cameroon, and actively seek support, knowledge and coaching as necessary from colleagues in other regions and HQ.
- Develop, disseminate, and implement the Cameroon program strategy within DRC team.
- Ensure the development of sector program strategy in line with the Cameroon program strategy. Guide Program teams in the implementation of strategies.
- Lead on the development of project proposals and budgets, ensuring strong cross-departmental coordination between program and support teams, including field teams, as well as close liaison and timely consultation with RO/HQ.
- Contribute to the development of a fundraising strategy in line with the Cameroon program strategy.
- Establish strong and efficient partnerships in line with the Cameroon program strategy and DRC partnership management policy.
- Design, contribute and/or lead assessments for emergency or longer-term programming in existing or new project locations.
- Oversee and support continuous improvement of program quality standards, including application and harmonisation across field bases.
- Provide support to field bases for program planning and implementation in support of Program Managers.
- Ensure that DRC values and code of conduct are respected and upheld, including through setting a personal example.
- Assess and improve DRC Cameroon’s accountability measures in accordance with DRC’s global Core Humanitarian Standard commitments.
- In supervision of the MEAL team, ensure that DRC Cameroon implements high-quality Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEAL) across all projects, including that learning is captured, capitalized, and used in program design and implementation.
- Oversee the development and timely submissions of high-quality donor reports.
- Together with Country Director, ensure adequate bilateral representation of DRC with government authorities, donors, UN agencies, humanitarian agencies and other partners regarding program
- Ensure representation and participation in coordination meetings and key clusters as relevant.
Compétences / Exigences / Qualités
- Min. 5 years’ experience overseas in complex emergencies, preferably with refugees and/or IDPs.
- Relevant university degree (Master or Postgraduate), in international relations and/or development, political science or similar field.
- Min. 3 years’ experience in staff management and development
- Good understanding of displacement issues and related international standards/frameworks.
- Strong experience in program development and proven program development abilities
- Substantial NGO project management experience, including responsibility for strategy design, staffing, admin/finance management, contract management and donor relations.
- Experience of leading strategic programming and planning, implementation, monitoring and learning
- Proven track record of negotiating and advocating with government authorities and donors for solutions that serve the needs of beneficiaries, pursuing values of internationally recognized and universal character in a post-conflict context with a strong respect of local culture and tradition.
- Ability to manage a large workload and multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.
- Team player with excellent communication and strong participatory leadership skills
- Excellent written and spoken French and English
Profil du candidat
» Niveau d'expérience: Senior
» Années d'expérience: Entre 5 ans et 8 ans
» Niveau Académique Minimum: Master
» Années d'expérience: Entre 5 ans et 8 ans
» Niveau Académique Minimum: Master
Documents de candidature
» Curriculum Vitae
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