MMC Program Trainee

Contract

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Position Title

MMC Programme Trainee

Supervised by

Regional MMC Manager

Reporting to

Regional MMC Manager

Duty Station

Dakar, Senegal

Area of Operation

Region of WANALA

Employment Period

12 months (non-renewable)

Type of Contract (Expat/National/Trainee)

Trainee

Salary & Benefits

Trainee

Background

The MMC is a global network consisting of five regional hubs (Asia, East Africa, Europe, West and North Africa, Latin America and Caribbean) and a central unit in Geneva. The MMC is a leading source for independent and high-quality data, research, analysis and expertise on mixed migration. The MMC aims to increase understanding of mixed migration, to positively impact global and regional migration policies, to inform evidence-based protection responses for people on the move and to stimulate forward thinking in public and policy debates on mixed migration. The MMC’s overarching focus is on human rights and protection for all people on the move. The three overall objectives of the MMC are:

• To contribute to a better, more nuanced, and balanced understanding of mixed migration (knowledge)
• To contribute to evidence-based and better-informed migration policies and debates (policy)
• To contribute to effective evidence-based protection responses for people on the move (programming)

The MMC is part of and governed by DRC. MMC regional hubs are hosted within DRC regional offices, but part of the global MMC network. While its institutional link to DRC ensures MMC’s work is grounded in operational reality, it acts as an independent source of data, research, analysis and policy development on mixed migration for policy makers, practitioners, journalists, and the broader humanitarian sector. The position of the MMC does not necessarily reflect the position of DRC. For more information on MMC visit our website (http://www.mixedmigration.org/).

Mixed Migration

Mixed migration refers to cross-border movements of people including refugees fleeing persecution and conflict, victims of trafficking and people seeking better lives and opportunities. Motivated to move by a multiplicity of factors, people engaged in such movements have different legal statuses as well as a variety of vulnerabilities. Although entitled to protection under international human rights law, they are exposed to multiple rights violations along their journey. Those in mixed migration flows travel along similar routes, using similar means of travel - often travelling irregularly and wholly or partially assisted by migrant smugglers.

The West and North Africa Region

Since May 2022, MMC West and North Africa form one region under the direct supervision of the MMC Regional Manager for the WANA region based in Dakar, Senegal. This reorganization is an opportunity to further streamline data collection and analysis across regions and along the mixed migration routes. MMC WANA is currently directly collecting data in several countries in North and West Africa through its 4Mi project. The MMC is a key research reference engaging with policy makers, (I)NGOs, CSOs at both country-level and through regional mechanisms.

Key research themes include Children and Youth in mobility, smuggling of migrants (SoM), urban migration, use of social media, Returns-Reintegration-Remigration, and climate change and migration. Other thematics might arise and MMC research remains agile to respond to pressing needs for evidence-based programming and policy development.

The MMC regional team is positioned across two offices in Dakar and Tunis, to follow closely activities in each sub-region, engage with key relevant stakeholders, and capitalise on the visibility and credibility gained in past couple of years at the sub-regional level. The MMC regional manager sits in Dakar, along with the Mixed Migration Research Coordinator, the 4Mi Project Manager for West Africa, and the Senegal Research Specialist, and the MMC Program trainee while in Tunis, the 4Mi Project Manager for North Africa works with a team of one Information Management Specialist, the Tunisia Project coordinator, and one Research Specialist. In addition, MMC has staff hosted by DRC country offices where the 4Mi project is operational. The Trainee will be based in Dakar and

The first part of the year will focus on the development of MMC QMMUs, desk research on mixed migration-related latest developments in the region, support to coordination of the deployment of qualitative research in 5 countries, and support to launch of key projects in the WANA region.

Responsibilities:

Research and Analysis

• Supports the drafting of high-quality research outputs on mixed migration in the region (ie QMMU)
• Keep abreast of new developments and ongoing debates on migration data and actively propose new areas of research for the region.
• As needed: support the development of research tools; supports the training of national coordinators on research tools and methodology
• Analysis and data interpretation; draft, contribute to, and present analysis in visuals, presentations, and written reports; ensure regular and timely production of analysis and monitoring of trends.

Communication support

• Support internal communication: The Trainee will provide team coordination support, creating systems that ensure coordination across countries and offices is efficient (keeping track of external engagements, meetings note, etc.), coordination of team meetings etc.

• Support external communication: Supports dissemination of research products to inform programming and policymakers. Support the preparation of external engagement meetings, identify key fora at regional and national level relevant for the MMC WANA, prepare presentations in PPT with up-to-date content, etc.

Administrative and Project management support

• The first part of the year will see the launch of key new projects that will require support from the Trainee for set up; internal launch etc.
• The Trainee will support grants management aspects of projects, as well as maintaining up to date administrative platforms.
• The trainee will support the implementation of projects (link with consultants and between the teams, ad hoc operational support, when necessary, note taking…)
• The trainee will make sure the team Sharepoint is up to date and well used across the team.

Tasks might evolve according to needs and projects.

Required Qualifications****: (include years of experience)

• A degree in social sciences, political science, international relations, development or a related field of study. A focus on migration is considered an advantage;
• Excellent English and French written skills
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint);
• Excellent attention to detail ;

Desirable:

• Affinity with issues relating to migration (mixed), forced displacement and humanitarian/development work
• Previous experience of working or interning with international or UN NGOs in the development or humanitarian aid sector, preferably in a project assistant or project management role;
• Experience in data collection methods or database management;

Education:

Relevant degree from an internationally recognized university, or sufficient proven professional experience related to the sector.

Languages:

• Fluency in English and French, both spoken and written preferably with academic or professional writing experience

Key stakeholders:

• Regional Office staff (in Dakar and Tunis)
• Regional MMC staff

Core Competencies of DRC:

Striving for excellence

Collaboration

Taking the lead

Communication

Demonstrating Integrity

1. Applicable conditions:

• 10, 000 DKK monthly allowance

• Insurances 100% paid for by DRC

• Accomodation 100% paid for by DRC in a guesthouse

Application Process

Are you interested? Then apply for this position online**: www.drc.dk/about-drc/vacancies/current-vacancies.** All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages). Both must be in English**. Applications can only be made online, on the site indicated above.**

DRC encourages all applicants to apply and does not practice any discrimination in any recruitment process. 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.

However, candidates should take into consideration that the DRC cannot employ, under an international contract, a national of the country in which he/she will be working (in this case, the Republic of Senegal).

Closing date for applications: April 21st, 2023. Applications submitted after this date will not be considered.

Due to the urgency of the position, DRC has the right to recruit a candidate who matches the required profile before the above deadline.