Program Trainee

Overview

Support implementation of protection, peacebuilding, and economic recovery initiatives.

You have:

• Post-graduate degree (Bachelor/Master) from a recognized University in Social Science, International or Development studies or related areas.
• Previous experiences in the field of research is required.
• Excellent writing and analytical skills are essential.
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills are necessary.
• Strong ability to adapt, take initiative and work in a multicultural environment.
• Exemplary sense of ethics in the workplace is important.
• Proficiency (written and spoken) of the English language is required.
• Advanced practical knowledge of Microsoft Office Pack (Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Outlook etc.), and online tools is essential.
• Ability to work in a multinational and multicultural environment is required.
• Multi-tasking and Organizational skills are necessary.
• Proficient in French and/or Arabic is an advantage.

Contract

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

Danish Refugee Council, one of the world’s leading humanitarian NGOs, is currently looking for a highly qualified Program Trainee.

About the job

Based in Tunis, to support the DRC Algeria, Libya, Tunisia country program, this position will support the reinforcement of an efficient implementation of the current protection, peacebuilding and economic recovery initiatives, mainly through supporting the data collection analysis, review of programmatic reports and work on communication, visibility and advocacy initiatives. It is a unique opportunity to join a well-known international organization and benefit from support adapted to the practical application of academic teaching, benefit from trainings and mentorship from experienced colleagues. This position also offers a valuable opportunity to gain experience and to engage in specific humanitarian sectors, such as protection. The position is directly managed by the Head of Progamme in close collaboration with the programme team. Your main duties and responsibilities will be:

• Contribute to programmatic analysis, ensuring high-quality, well-written and timely analyses meeting DRC requirements, with support from the Program team;
• Support the analysis of protection monitoring data across the 3 countries of implementation;
• Support the draft of protection; economic recovery and peacebuilding analysis reports;
• Support on advocacy initiatives based on first hand DRC data;
• Support and lead on the development of communication and visibility materials based on program data collected for external use, as well as social media posts and communications

About you

To be successful in this role we expect you to be a post-graduate degree (Bachelor/ Master) from a recognized University in Social Science, International or Development studies or related areas. Moreover, we also expect the following:

Required

• • Previous experiences in the field of research is required;
  • Excellent writing and analytical skills;
  • Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills;
  • Strong ability to adapt, take initiative and work in a multicultural environment;
  • Exemplary sense of ethics in the workplace;
  • An engagement with an NGO or in civil society (past or present) is a most appreciated;
  • Proficiency (written and spoken) of the English language;
  • Advanced practical knowledge Microsoft Office Pack (Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Outlook etc.), and online tools
  • 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 are necessary
  • Adaptable and Flexible
  • Proven analytical and critical thinking skills
  • Exemplary sense of ethics in the workplace
  • Team-oriented & good sense of humor

Desirable

• Proficiency in French and/or Arabic an advantage

In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ 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 uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to our values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.

We offer

Contract length: 12 months

Designation of Duty Station: Family duty station.

Start date: 1st February 2026

Application process

All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English. A****pplications sent by email will not be considered.

Closing date for applications: 28th December 2025

For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website drc.ngo.

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