4Mi Project Coordinator

Programme & Policy

Overview

Coordinate and manage the 4Mi project in East & Southern Africa

You have:

• Preferably Master's degree in a relevant field including research methods, international development, migration studies or business administration.
• At least 5-year experience in data collection, conducting surveys or other research activities.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of mixed migration issues in the region.
• Outstanding communication skills with enumerators of various nationalities and language groups.
• Proficiency in IT systems, including android-based applications.
• Outstanding organizational skills.
• Excellent ability to work under minimal supervision and strong problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Sensitivity to issues affecting refugees and migrants in the region.
• Knowledge of standard best practices related to procurement and code of conduct in an INGO setting.

Contract

This is a DRC - National contract. More about DRC - National contracts.

Overall purpose of the role:

Under the management of the 4Mi Project Manager, the 4Mi Coordinator is in charge of the implementation of the 4Mi research project in the region. He/she supervises data collection collected by 4Mi field enumerators with the support of a regional Information Management Officer, ensures quality control over the data collection, and coordinates with the Project Manager on management and strategic development of activities in East & Southern Africa. Occasionally, he/she contributes to the analysis of data and writing of the research outputs.

Responsibilities:

Team and quality management

• Responsible for the daily supervision of the 4Mi operations in the region and ensuring a high level of quality in data collected; under the responsibility of the 4Mi PM
• Supervise enumerators in the region in coordination with the 4Mi Project Manager
• Recruits, trains and coordinates 4Mi Field enumerators, as per CO guidelines;
• Takes the lead in developing enumerator performance tracking and evaluation tools
• Liaises with data collection partners when data collection is subcontracted, providing training of trainers, and liaising with enumerators through the partner.
• Work closely with support departments in the country offices to ensure enumerators get the support they require e.g. payments and contracting
• Responsible for sending weekly updates to the monitors on their submissions and to feedback on their surveys, based on the weekly validation
• Take initiative in proposing improvements to existing tools.
• Take the lead in proposing contextual solutions when meeting challenges in project implementation;

Data management and visualization

• Work with the IMO to develop and implement data related SOPs
• Implement data cleaning and data validation tasks on a weekly basis according to internal procedures;
• Support the IMO in data analysis and visualization in support of the research agenda
• Support the IMO in responding to ad hoc data requests

Coordination & Engagement

• Work with Country offices, donors and other stakeholders of different projects throughout project cycle
• Monitoring and reporting of relevant information that might affect the smooth implementation of project activities in the country;
• Occasionally represent MMC at coordination meetings with DRC teams or humanitarian partners eg the IMWG

Research

• Occasionally, contribute to the design of qualitative and quantitative questionnaires, conduct fieldwork and contributes to data analysis and report writing;
• Stay up-to-date on the latest mixed migration developments in the region

Other

• Support the PM in the planning and tracking of expenditures of project budgets
• Any additional tasks in support of the 4Mi project.

About you

In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’s 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: You act in line with our vision and values.

Qualifications and Experience

• Preferably Master’s degree in a relevant field, including but not limited to research methods, international development, migration studies or business administration.
• At least 5-year experience in data collection, conducting surveys or other research activities;
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of mixed migration issues in the region;
• Outstanding communication skills with enumerators of various nationalities and language groups
• Proficiency in IT systems, including android-based applications;
• Outstanding organizational skills;
• Excellent ability to work under minimal supervision and strong problem-solving skills;
• Enthusiastic about learning, excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Sensitivity to issues affecting refugees and migrants in the region.
• Knowledge of standard best practices related to procurement and code of conduct in an INGO setting

Conditions

Contract: One Year Contract with the possibility of extension, subject to funding and performance. Salary and conditions in accordance with the Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment Non-Management Band G.

Availability: 15th July 2022.

Duty station: Regional Office, Nairobi

Reporting Line: 4Mi Project Manager

Providing equal opportunities We are committed to creating an inclusive and positive work environment based on mutual respect for all employees. All applicants are considered for employment without attention to race, age, ability, ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other factor. At DRC we celebrate diversity and appreciate our employees for the people they are and their unique skills, backgrounds, and perspectives. We encourage all interested candidates to apply.

Promoting high standards : 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

Application and CV

Only motivated applications that address the stipulated duties and meet the required qualifications, sent together with a CV, will be considered.

DRC only accepts applications sent via our online-application form on www.drc.ngo under Vacancies.

Please submit your application and CV in English no later than 22nd June 2022

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