We are looking for a highly experienced Humanitarian Access Adviser to support principled response design and implementation by providing analysis, operational support, and technical guidance to ensure sustained and quality access. The Adviser will provide technical expertise to the Humanitarian Access and Safety (HAS) Manager and Country Management Group (CMG) on implementing NRC’s Humanitarian Access Framework. Through humanitarian engagement, advocacy, and external coordination, the Adviser supports NRC to plan and operationalize strategies to increase the reach, acceptance, and impact of NRC programmes. The Adviser also advises on strategic decision-making, programme design, monitoring, and operational footprints to be principled, conflict sensitive, adaptive, and contextual driven. What you will do: Enhance humanitarian access for NRC operations by providing technical support on tools and strategies and assisting teams in developing access strategies and engagement plans. Advise on the NRC Global HAS Management System at country level and support the humanitarian access components of the country HAS Operational Plan in line with global HAS initiatives. Support the CMG/CD to influence stakeholders and protect humanitarian space. Support the HAS Manager in developing and maintaining access components of country HAS documents, procedures, guidance, and tools, including strategy and budgets, ensuring consistency across the country programme and in line with organisational standards. Oversee and/or conduct the annual access severity mapping and other access assessments, collaborating with management and programme teams to develop and implement relevant mitigation measures for access constraints. In coordination with the Country Director and Country Management Group (CMG), and in line with NRC’s approach and systems, lead and support efforts to secure access from relevant local authorities and other external stakeholders. Provide capacity building to NRC staff and partners, including topics on humanitarian engagement, access negotiations, and access principles. Develop and continuously update stakeholder analysis and access networks for areas where NRC is or is planning to implement programme activities. Represent NRC in external forums such as the Humanitarian Access Working Group (HAWG) and Civil-Military Coordination, as well as other forums as required. Ensure adherence to NRC policies, guidance and procedures, and a specific responsibility for HAS policies and procedures. Please download the detailed job description to learn more about the position. As the above responsibilities are just a snapshot from the Job description. What you will bring: Minimum three years of experience working in a senior role in a humanitarian/recovery context. Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. Demonstrated experience in humanitarian programming and access. Previous experience within the region and/or area of operations is preferable. Strong understanding of humanitarian principles and how to operationalize them within a humanitarian response, including humanitarian access dilemmas. Previous experience working in complex contexts and participating in access negotiations with an NGO and/or UN agencies. Experience in remote management is an added value Prior experience as a trainer is an added value. Experience in coordination, interacting with multiple, diverse stakeholders Working proficiency in relevant language(s) English, both written and verbal. Arabic is highly desirable. What we offer: Duty station: Sana’a - Yemen Contract: 12 months (Fixed-term contract renewal based on performance, funds availability and need for the position) Travel: Up to 40% (within the Yemen areas of implementation) Salary/benefits: grade 8 on NRC’s salary scale, with accompanying terms and conditions NRC is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to diversity without distinction to age, gender, religion, ethnicity, nationality, and physical ability. We think outside the box, encourage ideas, and give responsibility to all employees at all levels. You will have many opportunities to be heard and take the initiative. Find out more about the benefits of working for NRC Important information about the application process Internal candidates: To apply as an internal candidate, log in with your official email or click on Opportunity MarketPlace. When creating your profile, include your full name as given on your passport. Complete all the system-required fields for experience, employment history and education. Submit your application and CV in English, taking care to attach your latest CV. We invite applications from all qualified and interested candidates. Send in your application by latest July 2nd, 2025. Applications that do not meet the minimum standards in terms of experience or qualifications will generally not be considered. Unsolicited applications not related to this specific job advertisement will not be considered. We receive many applications for each vacant position and so only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have any questions about this role, please email mero.recruitment@nrc.no with the job title as the subject line. Why NRC? The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is an independent humanitarian organisation helping people forced to flee. Our 15,000 staff work in crises across 40 countries, providing life-saving and long-term assistance to millions of people every year. Watch this short video to see NRC in action. We are looking for people who are passionate about helping refugees and people forced to flee. Are you one of those people? If you are, NRC offers you the opportunity to: Do demanding and professional work, often in challenging contexts. Join a work culture that empowers every employee to share ideas and take responsibility. Be part of a welcoming and supportive community committed to human dignity. Learn more about NRC's operations in Yemen here. About Us The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a global humanitarian organisation helping people forced to flee. Join us in assisting millions of people in areas where others cannot, tackling some of the world's most dangerous and difficult crises. Bring your skills and dedication to an organisation recognised for providing high quality aid and for defending the rights of refugees and internally displaced people. At NRC, we give responsibility to employees at all levels and foster professional growth and innovative teams. You can expect a supportive culture and an open dialogue with management. We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Together, we save lives and rebuild futures. Safeguarding is central to NRC’s work. We expect all employees to: • treat everyone with respect and dignity • contribute to building a safe environment for all • never engage in any form of exploitation, harassment and specifically sexual exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment (SEAH) • always report. NRC has a zero-tolerance approach to inaction against exploitation, abuse and SEAH

The Role: Oxfam Yemen Program is looking for a Country Finance Manager to contribute to the provision of management and operational services (including maintaining an accurate financial records and reports) within Yemen programme as per Oxfam’s procedures and systems, to enable the delivery of key support activities and help other staff within the area to perform effectively, to lead the finance teams and ensure provision of quality logistics support to all operations in country, including emergency response programmes, resilience and development programmes. The role of the Country Finance Manager is to provide guidance and management of Oxfam’s Finance processes and procedures through ways of working, training, and ongoing communication and collaboration with Country Management Team, Programme, and Support staff. This role provides financial advice and support for Oxfam’s “One Program” approach including humanitarian, development, and campaign & advocacy. A primary objective of this post is to build capacity and capability through effective mentoring of the logistics staff at all levels of the operation, including communication and training to partner organisations. Key Responsibilities: Financial Management – 40% Managing the monthly soft and hard financial month close matters, with the country finance team, and timely reporting there on to BSM and CMT. Provides direction to the Finance team on financial management, policies and procedures, ensuring that the programme is informed of all developments in financial policies. Ensures the programme is complying with financial standards set by Oxfam GB. Weekly meeting with senior finance team for regular review of accounts. Objectives reviews on Quarterly basis. Weekly task setting for finance team and downward. Weekly review of the finance team tasks. Ensure effective coordination of Oxfam’s financial input in large scale emergencies. Ensure that Oxfam’s Finance work is coordinated with Donors, local Government, Project partners, and OI affiliates working in the area / region. To observe financial activities in the field offices and report on areas of possible risk to the organization To provide and maintain good accounting and financial system for partner organizations financial reporting, including management and capacity buildings. To ensure all Oxfam local partners are financial capacity to the financial requirements suitable for the conflict and remain operational and fit for purpose. Ensure the timely preparation of top up requests to the RC as per agreed deadlines, Oversee communication and management of the relation with the bank and other external stakeholders (tax authorities, local authorities, external auditors) Proactive support and advice to programme staff and partners in relation to finance issues/activities Advise on, train, and enforce compliance to mandatory procedures and Oxfam’s systems (People Soft and CRIMSON), Review and advice on partnership agreements and partners’ financial reports With support from the Finance team, ensure consolidation of reports from partners and preparation of timely high-quality donor reports To ensure that partner’s financial procedures are monitored, and their internal financial systems are credible. Provide advice and capacity building as appropriate Budget Drafting and Budget Monitoring – 20% Directs annual budgeting and planning process for the Programme's Global Budget in close liaison with the Business Support Manager, CD and Programme Managers, Programme Coordinators and Departmental Heads. Update of Global budget, after one week of each project approval. Supervision of the monthly BvA drafting. Assisting BvA sessions with CMT and PMs to get the BvA comments on each budget. Quarterly updating of CoP Budgets. Directing donor accountant ability coordinators on budget re-alignments, in coordination with management. Highlighting for BSM, CD, and CMT for any possible significant variance on budget spending matters. Produces monthly financial management information for the Country Management Team and ensures that the finance team provides necessary financial reports for field programme managers to monitor and review their project activities. Directing the “Donor Accountability Coordinators” for mid-month meeting with other finance team, in for the timely handling of over/under spending on contract budgets Financial and Donor Reporting’s – 20% Liaises with the donor accountants, and funding team to ensure that all donor reporting requirements are met, including proposals, budgets and donor reporting liaising as required. Sign off the donor reports, after review and getting confirmation by financial system data. Reporting on local authorities finance related requirements including taxation, social security, and any other local authorities. Provides direct support to the BSM and Programmes, and CMT on all matters of finance specifically budget preparation, monitoring, control and reporting with a view to ensuring high standard of financial standards are met. People Management – 10% Supervises the finance teams reporting to this role on regular basis. For the finance staff and especially reporting to CFM role, draft the capacity building plans, execute the capacity building plans. Evaluate the staff against the JP and job purpose time to time, and at least once a quarter. Do the annual evaluation and provide inputs to the further capacity enhance of the departmental staff. Ensuring that each team member of the department perform the assigned duties as per the highest standards, organization rules and regulations. Each department member is aware about, understand, and adhere to the compliance requirement set by donors, local authorities and as per country regulations. General departmental Administration - 7%: To ensure that the Oxfam financial department systems, procedures and working practices are adhered to Oxfam procedures and are in integration and harmony of all other departments. To ensure that the proper archiving and storing system are maintained to keep all the financial records safe and retained as per the compliances requirement of donors. To ensure proper decorum in finance office, and department staff respect and always follow the organization values. Be part of the procurement committee time to time and advice on financial matters to the procurement committee members. To attend staff meeting and other related meeting where financial inputs are necessary. Follow the Code of conduct at all time and report any misconduct at per HR procedures. Adhere to all applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SoPs), rules and regulations, and report any non-compliances when observed. Security - 1%: Follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SoP) of Security and safety. To work closely with relevant staff to ensure that all Oxfam staff adhere the security protocols Upon need and advice, collaborate with the Security and Safety unit, and Field Security Focal to train staff in security management as may be requested Report any security misconduct and security accident, as per SoP. Team support – 2%: To assist in review of the job descriptions for finance staff as may be required To assist in recruitment, of department staff as may be required. To conduct training and capacity building sessions to the department teams and partner staff. To set objectives for the staff reporting to this role and other department members personnel as may be requested. to adhere to equity, diversity, gender, child safety and staff health and wellbeing principles What we are looking for: An ideal candidate for the role will have: Essential Graduate (or comparable experience) in a relevant field, Significant management experience (3 to 5 years) in similar position preferably gained in a similar organization or significant experience in similar role in Humanitarian organization. Diplomacy, tact and negotiating skills. Team-working skills. Flexibility under pressure and in response to changing needs. Attention to detail and excellent numeracy. Qualifications and/or extensive experience in: finance, accounting or business management, team support and communications. Work experience in humanitarian programmes. Good written and spoken English. Ability to keep clear and concise records Self-Awareness Mutual accountability Relationship building Leadership competencies: Strategic thinking: Focus on wider system by providing timely quality reports processes for overall department. Watching consequences and ready to mitigate the risks of the department functions process. Strengthening the system: Watch out for making the department related internal control easy, comprehendible, and easily compliable. Solution Oriented: Solutions to department functions problems/challenges for providing more support to overall country programs. Focus on overall impact of work rather on only department area of operations. Getting more familiar with the complex systems and environment. Working more and more with teams. Understanding and getting familiar with the cross function’s linkage and coordination. Strategic thinking: Focus on wider system by providing timely quality reports processes for overall department. Watching consequences and ready to mitigate the risks of the department functions process. Strengthening the system: Watch out for making the department related internal control easy, comprehendible, and easily compliable. Solution Oriented: Solutions to department functions problems/challenges for providing more support to overall country programs. Desirable Previous overseas work experience, ideally with non-governmental organisations would be an advantage. Financial management ability in integration with other programmatic Matters. Working knowledge of Arabic. We offer: We offer a competitive salary and a range of additional benefits to staff including flexible working options, generous pension scheme, annual leave, additional leave allowances, company sick pay, life assurance and a range of other benefits. From the day you join Oxfam we invite you to stretch and learn in your role. Our wide range of Learning & Development opportunities includes in-house courses, e-learning modules, on-the job learning opportunities, coaching and mentoring, and much more. You can read more about all Oxfam has to offer here.

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: Coordinate grant management and partnership activities for all agencies under the Cash Consortium of Yemen (CCY) and the Yemen Displacement Response (YDR) Consortium, hereafter referred to as Consortia, ensuring they are compliant with relevant donor guidelines, as well as DRC’s operational requirements. Geographic scope: Country (Yemen) This role has a country focus and ensures compliance with donor and DRC’s procedures and guidelines within the country. The role involves contributing to the development and implementation of Consortia objectives and strategies, which are then translated into action plans and daily tasks. The role provides support and/or technical guidance for all grant and partnership activities of the CCY and YDR Consortia. Main responsibilities: Strengthen the Consortia’s capacities to comply with relevant donor and DRC's grant management guidelines. Ensure Consortia compliance with the DRC Dynamics grants management system (GMS). Assist Consortia in preparing, facilitating, and following up on grant meetings as well as in drafting, finalising, and sharing a minimum set of documents required for grant meetings. Provide support on the grants management of all Consortia grants. Liaise with finance colleagues on budget follow-up and expenditure levels of running grants Coordinate reporting workflows among Consortia partners, developing and preparing high-quality donor reports on program progress. Support Consortia to ensure operational compliance of grants with guidelines and donor regulations in finance, logistics, procurement, and human resources. Prepare and present on donor rules and regulations during grant meetings. Support in overseeing effective, efficient and timely implementation of all projects according to agreed contracts, budgets, policies, legal frameworks and specific donor requirements/ Programme development Conduct or facilitate donor mapping at the Consortia level. Support the Consortia in targeted research to identify, evaluate, and prioritize potential funding opportunities from institutional, foundational, and private sector donors. Assist in creating and maintaining a fundraising pipeline for the current and upcoming year, which includes opportunities from governments (bilateral and multilateral donors), foundations, and the private sector. Lead or assist in the development and review of concept notes, proposals, and award modification requests for all Consortia awards. Partnerships management Coordinate partner sub-grant agreement processes between DRC Yemen and Consortia partners. Support or facilitate formal partnership engagements, including memoranda of understanding, data-sharing agreements, vetting and organisational assessments. Provide temporary support or gap-filling to the coordination mechanisms of the Consortia. This includes, but is not limited to, facilitating partners' meetings, taking notes during these meetings, and following up on the implementation of action points. Communication and Visibility Increase visibility and ensure leadership positioning of the Consortia through developing strategic communication materials, such as Consortia factsheet or capacity statement, human interest stories, impact reports, program briefings, and other relevant communication pieces. Serve as a focal point for Consortia communication plan, ensuring high-quality deliverables, drafting original content and providing guidance and support to Consortia partners, including advice on donor communication guidelines and requirements. Identify, research, and write case studies for internal and external audiences throughout the grant cycle. Develop communication outputs that focus on evidence to clearly demonstrate the impact of programming and highlight the importance of funding. Working closely with the Consortia CMU teams, support the review of Consortia programmatic products to prepare them for publication and dissemination. Other Support the Consortia in providing timely, thorough responses to information requests from internal and external stakeholders. Work closely with program IM/MEAL staff/teams to ensure credible, best-practice monitoring and reporting of program activities. As Specialist the post-holder is responsible for the following: Responsible for providing specialized knowledge and operational know-how within a specific discipline. May also have technical line responsibilities, but generally on technical or operational matters. Experience and technical competencies: At least 3 years of grants management experience with an international NGO. Knowledge of donor rules, regulations, and procedures of donors including but not limited to US and European donors, EU funding mechanisms, and UN agencies. Proven experience in successfully applying for institutional donor funding. Proven experience in capacity building and training of national staff and partners. Full professional proficiency in English 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. Education: University degree in international relations, project management, business administration, or similar studies relevant to the post Languages: Fluent in both Arabic and English (Fluent) 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. We Offer. Contract length: June 30 2026 Position Band: This position will be placed in the non-Management (G2) band. Reports to the Consortia Manager. Start date: ASAP Duty station: Sana’a, Yemen Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s National Terms of Employment.

Office Description In Yemen, UNDSS (United Nations Department of Safety and Security) supports the wellbeing of UN personnel through locally engaged National Stress Counsellors. Their primary responsibility will be to develop and maintain a sustainable stress management system applicable to all UN Agencies operating in the country with a ‘One UN’ approach, and to improve the critical incident stress management preparedness of the UN security system in case of emergencies. Their responsibilities include stress management, resilience building, and mental health support, particularly following critical incidents. They play a key role in emergency preparedness, response, and follow-up services. National Stress Counsellors actively monitor stressors affecting UN staff, identify emerging trends, and customize psychosocial support initiatives to enhance overall wellbeing. Their work is closely coordinated with local UN medical doctors, Regional Security Advisors, the HQ Medical Service Division, HR Officers, counsellors from other UN agencies, and UN leadership at all levels to ensure a comprehensive and unified approach to staff mental health and resilience. Scope of Work Under the administrative supervision of the Chief/Deputy Security Advisor and the technical guidance of the Critical Incident Stress Management Section (CISMS) Regional Counsellor, the National Stress Counsellor will administrate a wide range of stress management activities, actively participating in emergency preparedness in the country in collaboration with UNDSS and the UN country team partners as per the UN Policy on the Management of Stress and Critical Incident Stress (MSCIS 2015). Summary of Key Functions: 1.Provision of Staff Wellbeing Support: Develop and implement a stress prevention and management plan applicable to all UN Agencies in the country. Provide individual and group stress management and critical incident counselling sessions to the staff and dependents as/when needed, Plan and facilitate preventative stress management training on a variety of stress related issues for UN personnel in the country and circulate useful reading resources related to stress. Perform ongoing psychosocial needs assessments and monitor the determinants of stress in UN personnel, including activities such as data collection, analyses, resource mapping and coordinating collective psychosocial capacity across UN agencies and partners. 2.Ensure Crisis Response and Follow Up : Guide and assist in establishing the Critical Incident Stress Intervention Cells (CISICs) including selecting Peer Helpers and Family Focal Points; facilitating peer helper training sessions (jointly with UNDSS CISMS); coordinating and following up on all relevant activities. Identify, address, and follow up on high stress cases and critical incident stress cases among the UN personnel and dependents in the country. 3.Ensure Management and Peer Support Coordination: Advise UN management on stress mitigating strategies and activities Collaborate with UN managers, agency counsellors, medical doctors, local experts and institutions on psychosocial issues with the objective of establishing a network of professionals ready to support and intervene in case of need. Coordinate the Peer Support Personnel Network, including supervision and activity monitoring. Liaise with the existing local Staff Association to advocate for the organization of welfare activities for UN personnel. 4.Ensure Field Support and Collaboration Be willing to visit & travel regularly to the UN Offices/Sub Offices in the country in order to implement preventative stress management training activities and offer technical consultations when needed. Under the guidance of the CISMS Regional Stress Counsellor, coordinate all critical incident stress management activities with relevant stake holders, including UN staff counsellors in the country and in neighboring countries, Peer Helpers, Family Focal Points, Mental Health Professionals etc. 5.Ensure Reporting and Confidential Data Management: Maintain confidential records on the CISMS IDM platform and analyze the trends. Provide monthly reports to the Chief Security Adviser with copies to the Regional Stress Counsellor at CISMS on all his/her activities The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization. Institutional Arrangement The incumbent will report to CSA, UNDSS Yemen. Competencies Core Achieve Results: LEVEL 3: Set and align challenging, achievable objectives for multiple projects, have lasting impact Think Innovatively: LEVEL 3: Proactively mitigate potential risks, develop new ideas to solve complex problems Learn Continuously: LEVEL 3: Create and act on opportunities to expand horizons, diversify experiences Adapt with Agility: LEVEL 3: Proactively initiate and champion change, manage multiple competing demands Act with Determination: LEVEL 3: Think beyond immediate task/barriers and take action to achieve greater results Engage and Partner: LEVEL 3: Political savvy, navigate complex landscape, champion inter-agency collaboration Enable Diversity and Inclusion: LEVEL 3: Appreciate benefits of diverse workforce and champion inclusivity People Management: Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities: None Cross-Functional & Technical competencies Thematic Area Name Definition Business Management Communication Communicate in a clear, concise and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tailor messages and choose communication methods depending on the audience. Business Direction & Strategy System Thinking Ability to use objective problem analysis and judgement to understand how interrelated elements coexist within an overall process or system, and to consider how altering one element can impact on other parts of the system Business Direction & Strategy Effective decision making Take decisions in a timely and efficient manner in line with one's authority, area of expertise and resources and take into consideration potential wider implications. Ethics Ethics advice and guidance Ability to quickly analyze complex fact patterns and provide comprehensive, sensitive, and confidential ethical advice and guidance External Relations & Advocacy| Communications Advocacy strategy and implementation Ability to create and implement advocacy strategies which lead to impactful change HR - Duty of Care Psychosocial support to personnel Ability and certified qualification to provide psychological counselling services to teams and individual personnel HR - Duty of Care Occupational safety, health and wellbeing Knowledge of OSHW concepts and methods and ability to apply them in the development of the OSHW strategies, policies, management systems and quality standards that are consistent with the business strategy. Ability to identity OSHW risks and to develop mitigation strategies and monitoring systems Minimum Qualifications of the Successful NPSA Min. Education requirements Advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Counselling Psychology, Social Work, Psychiatry (MD) or relevant field is required. OR A first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree) in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree. Min. years of relevant work experience Minimum of 7 years (with master’s degree) or 9 years (with bachelor’s degree) of progressively responsible experience at the national or international level related to Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Counselling Psychology, Social Work or Psychiatry is required. Required skills • Experience in dealing with international and national personnel and agencies would be required Desired skills in addition to the competencies covered in the Competencies section • Proven track record of well-developed communication, leadership and team-building skills are desirable • Knowledge of and experience in gender mainstreaming is desirable • Demonstrated knowledge and experience in addressing cultural sensitivity issues, including the ability to navigate and manage diverse cultural contexts with respect and understanding is desirable. • Prior experience in advising management of an organization on stress mitigating strategies and activities is desired. • Demonstrated experience in conducting preventative stress management training activities is an advantage. • Demonstrated experience in coordinating critical incident stress management activities with relevant stake holders, professional bodies and/ or partners is an asset. Required Language(s) • Fluency in both written and spoken English and Arabic required. Professional Certificates • A license to practice as a Psychiatrist, Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist or a Counselling Psychologist by a certified body in country (i.e. psychological council or medical council or equivalent) is required. • Additional certification, training and/or experience in a broad range of related fields, such as alcohol/substance abuse, stress management, psychosomatic disease, behavioral problems, psychosocial programming would be an asset Equal opportunity As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate and, as such, we encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in the organization. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination. UNDP is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit from career opportunities that are open to all. Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore, undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles. Right to select multiple candidates UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements. Scam alert UNDP does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process. For further information, please see www.undp.org/scam-alert.

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. DRC has been operating in the Middle East (ME) region for over a decade, running a combination of emergency, livelihood, protection and advocacy programmes through Country Offices (COs) in Yemen, Syria, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon and Turkey with a Regional Office (RO) in Amman. DRC Yemen’s response Throughout its nine field offices and a workforce of 450 staff, DRC upholds its main programmatic objectives to provide immediate and life sustaining assistance, to strengthen the protective environment, and to reduce displacement related risks and vulnerabilities by promoting self-reliance at household and community level. About the job As a member of the Senior Management Team, the Head of Programme drives the overall country strategy, in line with DRC’s global and regional strategies as well as needs and contextual developments on the ground. The HoP oversees the conceptualization and development of programmes, leads fundraising and donor engagement, and is responsible for ensuring programmatic quality in addition to the effective management of grants. The position manages a team of technical programme staff at the CO level and is responsible for ensuring programmatic quality standards are met across the board, including through robust MEAL processes, capitalization of learning and cross-cutting issues (protection and age, gender, and diversity mainstreaming). The HoP actively engages with partners, civil society and the donor community to ensure DRC’s views and priorities are represented. S/he plays as key role in ensuring adherence to policies and systems. Duties and Responsibilities Representation and Coordination Responsibilities: ​Programme Strategy & Development Identify and keep abreast of key developments and trends in the country and position DRC to address these with quality and efficiency. Drive the conceptualization and development process of the country strategy, and sector strategies collaboratively and with the participation and inputs from the overall country operations. This includes ensuring the strategy is evidence based, and includes internal/external accountability and that it is informed by DRC’s expertise and stakeholder consultations. Ensure that the key global and regional frameworks are contextualized and applied across programmes and ensure that staff are aware of and understand these. Foster synergies between programme areas including integration, harmonization across Area Offices and ensure quality assurance for more holistic approaches to assistance. Ensure the emergency preparedness and response plan for Yemen (EPRP) is updated and facilitate assessments and rapid responses for new emergencies as discussed and agreed with the SMT. In close collaboration with the Regional or Country based Advocacy Coordinator, ensure advocacy is embedded in and informed by programmes as well as used for external communications with government authorities, donors, and other humanitarian and development stakeholders. Program Quality & Coordination Provide oversight, guidance, and leadership on all aspects of programme design, development and quality assurance. Ensure programming is principled and in line with Core Humanitarian Standards, Sphere standards and other relevant legal frameworks. Ensure there are systems and tools in place for conflict sensitive including do-no harm approaches to programming. Develop a close and productive working relationship with Area Offices (implementation teams) to ensure by-in of quality standards and processes and that designs, and course corrections are evidence based and informed by learning. Ensure the implementation of effective and participatory Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning strategies at all levels of the country programme. Facilitate collaboration and the utilization of global and regional technical support in areas of new programmatic initiatives (localization, greening, innovation etc.). Ensure Information Management is embedded with DRC programme and that data management adheres to GDPR and other data protection protocols including PIM. Fundraising, and Grants Management Ensure proposals are in line with the Strategic Plan and Sector Strategies, and that they are submitted in a timely manner and with quality. Ensure effective and transparent budgeting, planning and follow-up in compliance with DRC policies and priorities as well as donor rules and regulations. Ensure grants opening, review, and closure meetings take place systematically. Ensure quality control of donor reports and authorize the submissions of these and proposals to HQ/donors. Donor liaison, Partnerships and Representation Represent DRC’s Yemen to current and potential donors. Cultivate key relationships that enhance DRC’s visibility, and credibility and position DRC as a key displacement focused organization in Yemen. Review and oversee implementation of the CSO partnership strategy and promote DRC’s localization agenda within DRC Yemen. Identify local NGOs/partners and develop partnerships with relevant and complementary partners. Keep abreast and engage with strategic coordination structures including the Durable Solutions Task Force and Working Group and ensure DRC is well represented in these as well as other external for a as deemed strategic. Direct staff management: Ensure that technical managers, coordinators, and specialists, under HoP line management have clear and realistic performance-based management goals. Provide on-going support and coaching and ensure that line managed staff have the required capacities to fulfil their responsibilities. Plan, draft and/or review scopes of work to hire and manage technical consultants, including review of technical efficacy and contract budget. About you To be successful in this role you must have: Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible experience in program management, leadership, and design in countries of conflict or post-conflict Minimum 4 years of experience working in managing emergency operations, including 2 years at senior management level and at least 2 years in the Middle East. Demonstrated experience and skill in proposal development, budget development, program implementation, monitoring and evaluation. Proven experience in effectively coordinating with National Governments, International and National NGO partners and a variety of working with and coordinating with a variety of donors including SDC, GAC, BHA, OCHA, SIDA, DANIDA, and the EU. Previous successful experience as a Head of Program or in similar position. Preferably previous successful experience with DRC. Proven experience in managing integrated programmes as well as capacity building. 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 act in line with our vision and values. Moreover, we also expect the following: Required Qualifications • University degree in International Development and/or Humanitarian Assistance, Project Management, or any other related field. Languages: Fluent in English Arabic Desirable We offer Contract length: Two-years contract Band: E1 - manager Duty Station: Sana’a (frequent travel to field) Designation of Duty Station: Non-Family Duty Station Start date: As soon as possible. Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment.