DRC established operational presence in Sudan in 2004 providing support to conflict-affected population in the west of the country. With the outbreak of recent conflict in 2023, DRC pivoted to an integrated humanitarian response to meet the urgent needs of IDPs, refugees, migrants, and host communities, providing protection services, mobile Camp Coordination and Camp Management (Transit camp of Maicao), Multi-Purpose Cash Assistance (MPCA), distribution of non-food items, and prevention and response to Gender Based Violence (GBV). Through Humanitarian Mine Action (HMA) programming, DRC provides EORE to communities at risk of encountering explosive ordinance. At present, DRC has programmatic presence in Central and South Darfur, South Kordofan, Gedaref, White Nile, Al Jazirah and Khartoum.
Overall purpose of the role:
The Head of Support Services is a member of the Senior Management Team, with overall responsibility of program support and timely completion of annual performance indicators under support functions. S/He also plays a significant part in qualifying and implementing initiatives coming from the global and regional DRC organizational development and financial accountability initiatives. Furthermore, S/He will ensure timely and appropriate communication with Area Managers, the Head of Programme, the Head of Operations concerning all issues related to Support functions and works proactively to resolve differences and prioritize time-sensitive tasks.
Responsibilities and Tasks:
The main responsibilities will include:
Strategic Management
Finance
Human Resources
Supply Chain & IT
Team Management & Coordination
About you
In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’s five core competencies:
Qualifications and Experience
Languages:
Conditions
Contract: One year contract with possibility of extension, subject to funding and performance. Salary and other conditions are offered in accordance with DRC’s Terms of Employment, Management Employment band E
Duty station: This position is based in Port Sudan in Sudan and temporarily in Nairobi until the acquisition of Sudan visa
Reporting Line: Country Director
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 Job / view vacancies
Please submit your application and CV in English no later than 26th March 2024