Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is an international non-governmental organization, which promotes and supports durable solutions to the problems faced by refugees and internally displaced people all over the world.

DRC Ukraine is looking for a highly qualified Protection Specialist (Legal Partnership) based in Kyiv.

Overall purpose of the role

Protection Specialist (Legal Partnership) supports the Project Manager on Legal Aid and Partnership in leading, coordinating and overseeing project implementation through Implementing Partners. The position holder contributes towards establishing and implementing best practices for subgrantees vetting processes, contract signing, and compliance with DRC standards and operational protocols.

Main responsibilities:

Programming & Operations

Ensure quality control and compliance with DRC policies and guidelines on Implementing Partners selection, contracting, and monitoring of partners’ activities under the project;
Identify potential partners, conduct assessment of partners’ relevance and capacities
Conduct partner’ selection and vetting in line with policies, procedures and compliance tools of the DRC Implementing Partners Operations Handbook
Support in preparation of IPs’ budgets in compliance with project templates and donor’s requests
Ensure all IPs are vetted according to DRC Safety Partner Risk Assessment Tool.
Ensure that the assessment of potential IPs is conducted with the donor’ requests compliance;
Ensure IPs budget spending comply with subgrant agreements, project requirements and needs
Support in organizing trainings and other internal and capacity building events for IPs;
Monitor Partners’ progress toward Sub-grant agreements’ targets and indicators;
Oversee Partners’ narrative and financial reports;
Ensure operational compliance of Partners with guidelines and donor regulations in relation to finance, logistics, procurement, and human resources etc.;
Ensure documentation flow related to Partner vetting and further contractual processes;
Assist in drafting SOPs on partner activities implementation and other internal documentation;
Any other functions to be assigned by the Protection Project Manager on Legal Aid and Partnership;
Comply with all relevant DRC policies and procedures;
Understand and ensure the observance of the DRC Code of Conduct.

Coordination and representation

Work in cooperation and under the supervision of the Protection Project Manager on Legal Aid and Partnership;
Support Implementing Partners in project implementation, reporting process, monitoring and evaluation, etc.;
Participate in trainings, workshops and other events for Implementing Partners;
Support and lead remote monitoring of project implementation through Implementing Partners;
Support communication and coordination with relevant DRC departments, programms as well as Implementing Partners within the project.

Required experience and competencies

Diploma in law, economics, human rights, or similar.
2 years of relevant experience in law and/or legal analysis.
Minimum 3-year experience in similar job, preferably in an NGO setting.
Experience working with (I)NGOs.
Extensive background in partnership management.
Excellent communication and organization skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.
Fluency in Russian and Ukrainian.
English proficiency.

We offer:

Contract length: 3 months (extension subject to funding)

Level G nm

Start date: October 2022

The application is open for Ukraine citizens only. Salary and conditions will be in accordance with the Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for National Staff.

Application process

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

Closing date for applications****: October 9, 2022

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.

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

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Potential interview questions

Can you describe your experience with partnership management?	The interviewer wants to understand your specific experiences and challenges faced in managing partnerships.	Share concrete examples of partnerships you've managed, discussing the context, actions you took, and outcomes.
How do you ensure compliance with organizational policies?	This question evaluates your understanding of compliance and the processes you've implemented.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies do you use for effective communication with partners?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe a challenging situation you managed in a program.	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you handle training and capacity building for partners?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.