Economic Recovery Manager – Livelihood
& Resilience
(Yemen – Hajjah)
Job Description
Who are we?
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. 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, and honesty and transparency.
About
the role
Overall purpose of the
role:
The EcRec Manager – Livelihood and Resilience hold area-level
responsibility for the implementation and quality assurance of DRC’s Livelihood
and Resilience portfolio. The position ensures full compliance with DRC
procedures, policies and guidelines within the area of operation. The role
contributes to the development of area strategies and translates them into
operational plans and daily implementation priorities. The role also provides
leadership and direction to the Livelihood and Resilience team and oversees
grant implementation, administration, and monitoring and evaluation functions.
The
position is responsible for managing DRC Livelihood and Resilience projects in
Hajjah, Sa’adah and Al-Hudaydah, including interventions related to food
security, climate change resilience, natural resource management (NRM),
integrated water resource management (IWRM), agricultural production, livestock
development, business training, SME support, vocational training, life-skills
training, Cash for Work (CFW), and other resilience-focused activities under
active grants.
Main
responsibilities:
Program Management
& Implementation
·
Manage the Livelihood and Resilience portfolio in line with project
objectives, targets, indicators and timelines.
·
Ensure programme quality and compliance with DRC standards and donor
requirements.
·
Oversee budget management, expenditure tracking and financial
forecasting.
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Ensure accountability for programme progress and achievement of results.
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Maintain effective coordination between programme and support functions.
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Ensure that all grants follow Project Cycle Management standards.
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Develop and maintain programme management tools, including PMTs and
tracking systems.
·
Promote integrated, area-based approaches across sectors including protection,
WASH and CCCM.
Program Monitoring & Reporting
·
Ensure accurate, timely internal and donor reporting.
·
Strengthen programme monitoring tools in coordination with the Economic
Recovery Coordinator and Specialist.
·
Conduct site monitoring and quality assurance visits.
·
Monitor financial performance and ensure budget alignment with
implementation plans.
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Maintain up-to-date project documentation and filing systems.
·
Identify new partnership opportunities and contribute to business
development efforts.
·
Support proposal and concept note development in collaboration with the
Area Programme Manager and Grants Unit.
Staff
Management
·
Direct supervisory of the livelihood & resilience team Team
Leaders/Officers in North areas in Yemen.
·
Ensure performance objectives and key performance indicators are
established and regularly reviewed for direct reports.
·
Provide regular constructive feedback to direct reports and support
direct reports in performance management of their team members.
·
Develop staff competence through recruitment, leadership, training and
coaching of key program technical staff.
·
Ensure sufficient staffing structures are in place for project teams to
ensure delivery of programs.
·
Ensure operational aspects of programme implementation and liaise with
relevant Support functions.
Representation
·
Represent DRC with national and local authorities in line with
organizational mandate.
·
Participate actively in relevant coordination forums.
·
Engage with UN agencies, NGOs and other stakeholders to strengthen
collaboration.
·
Share relevant project information in accordance with DRC data
protection policies.
General
·
Maintain high level of security awareness and adhere to all safety
regulations provided by DRC for safety and security of DRC staff and assets in Hajjah,
Hodeida and Saada.
·
Comply with DRC policies and practice with respect to child
safeguarding, code of conduct, safety and security, anti-harassment, and other
relevant policies and procedures.
Experience and
technical competencies:
To be successful in this role, we expect you to be a positive, mature
program leader with a proven track record of developing effective initiatives,
programmes, and impact. You are an effective people manager and enjoy working
with teams of committed staff to build collaboration and capacity within the North
Area/Field Office programmes team and building strong relationships with the
country program team.
·
Minimum 5 years of experience in project or programme management, with
strong background in livelihoods and resilience programming.
·
Demonstrated expertise in climate resilience, natural resource
management, agricultural development, livestock systems and market-based
livelihood strengthening.
·
Minimum 4 years of people management experience.
·
Strong skills in planning, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and
reporting.
·
Experience working in complex emergencies or high-risk environments.
·
Proven ability to produce high-quality reports under tight deadlines.
·
High-level knowledge and practice with ERP, Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.,
as well as data analysis.
Ability/willingness to work with
extremely tight deadlines and balance multiple tasks.
Education:
Master’s degree in Civil Engineering,
Agricultural Engineering, or a closely related field; or an additional 4 years
of relevant work experience in lieu.
Languages:
·
English (Fluent)
·
Arabic (Highly
Desirable)
Key stakeholders: (internal and external)
·
Area Program Manager
·
Support Services Manager
·
Country Grants Management
·
Country Technical Coordinators/Specialists
·
Project Managers/Team Leaders
MoFA,
MoSAL, SCMCHA and Relevant ministries in DRC North Area of Operation
All
DRC roles require the post-holder to master DRC’s core competencies:
·
Striving for excellence: Focusing on reaching
results while ensuring efficient processes.
·
Collaborating:
Involving relevant parties and encouraging feedback.
·
Taking the lead: Taking ownership and
initiative while aiming for innovation.
·
Communicating: Listening and
speaking 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.
Contract length: March
31 2027
Position Band: This
position will be placed in the Management (F2) band. Reports to the Area
Program Manager.
Start date: ASAP
Duty station: Hajjah,
with 50% travel across North Area Office areas of geographic coverage,
including Hodieda and Saada
Salary and conditions will
be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s National Terms of Employment.
How to Apply
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.
Economic
Recovery Manager – Livelihood & Resilience
Closing date for
applications: February 24, 2026, recruitment process is planned to start
in maximum 2 weeks after the closing date.
For further information
about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website drc.ngo.