Distribution Assistant (Female candidates are encouraged to apply)

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 displacment 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. 

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About the job

Your main duties and responsibilities will be:

• Actively participate in the organization and implementation of the regular E-card distribution cycles in Akkar area,  handle data entry for beneficiaries targeted in the distribution program and refer vulnerable cases identified during the distribution process to the protection department. 

• Deal with complaints or issue related to distribution/cards during the distribution and through distribution hotline. 

• Deliver of training sessions during the distribution session on the usage / type and modality of assistance. 

• Conduct household assessment visits for beneficiaries included and excluded from the program assistance and regular monitoring visits for shops and service provider and access points like ATM and Liban Post 

• Organize Focus Groups Discussions to collect qualitative data on activities implemented in the distribution department. 

• Support the senior distribution officer in drafting analysis report for the FGDs collected in the program. 

• Deliver training and mentoring sessions for local organization and local authorities’ staff as part of the capacity building program. 

• Participate in the emergency response program of DRC and ensure availability to participate in adhoc emergency response activity upon the need 

• Participate in the data collection mainly Rapid needs assessment and the delivery of assistance in the geographical areas covered by DRC in North Lebanon. 

• Ensure timely reporting for any emergency situation to DRC emergency response focal point and senior distribution officer.

About you

To be successful in this role we expect you to have a university degree related to this position.

Moreover, we also expect the following:

Required  

• 2years of experience as Distribution  

• Bachelor Degree in social science, business administration or any other relevant field 

• Previous work experience in emergency context 

• Computer Skills: Intermediate level in MS Word and Excel 

• Fluent in English and Arabic 

• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills mainly with refugees  

• Ability to work under pressure  

• Flexibility in terms of working hours and working locations 

Desirable

• Previous experience with DRC/NGOs

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 DRC’s vision and values. 

We offer 

Contract length: 31 December 2018, pending funds approval  

Level:  B, equivalent to 1250$ (monthly basic salary) 

Duty Station: Akkar 

Start date: First of January 2018

Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for Nationals; please refer to drc.ngo under Vacancies. For questions regarding the vacancy please contact dolene.khairallah@drclebanon.dk. Applications sent directly to Dolene Khairallah will not be considered.

​Application process 

Interested? Then apply for this position by clicking on the apply button or go to www.drc.ngo under current vacancies. 

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: 31st of December 2017 

If you have questions or are facing problems with the online application process, please contact job@drc.dk 

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