Job For Armed Violence Reduction (AVR) Manager at the Danish Refugee Council, 8th October, 2018

Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a Danish international non-governmental organisation, which promotes and supports durable solutions to the problems faced by refugees and internally displaced people all over the world. DRC is present in more than 30 conflict territories around the world assisting displaced people with shelter, food, income generating activities, and wide range of other assistance. It is of utmost importance for DRC to work in compliance with the DRC Accountability and Quality Management system and national legislations. Smooth, reliable and effective operational systems are preconditions for DRC to maintain its position as a trustworthy and reliable partner for our donors and an accountable organisation towards our beneficiaries. We are recruiting to fill the position below:     Job Title: Armed Violence Reduction (AVR) Manager Location: Mubi, Adamawa state. Non-family Duty station Contract length: Six-month contract Level: A14 Start date: As soon as possible Job Summary

• Danish Refugee Council, one of the world&'s leading humanitarian NGOs, is currently looking for a highly qualified Armed Violence Reduction Manager (AVR) for our AVR projects in North East Nigeria.

• Promoting socio-economic recovery and sustainable livelihoods
• Addressing the needs of youth at affected by displacement and at risk of criminality and radicalisation
• Enhancing community protection and conflict mediation capacities
• Reducing the risks associated with mines/explosive remnants of war (ERW)

• He/She is also in charge of supporting the coordination and development of the programme through collaboration with other DRC/DDG staff. He/She reports to the DDG Head of Programs.
• Supervise operational implementation of AVR activities in the DRC/DDG areas of operation (community safety planning, conflict management education, dialogue facilitation, youth engagement).
• The AVR manager must manage all AVR staff and provide coaching, mentoring and support to AVR Supervisors and Facilitators.

• To be successful in this role, we expect you to have strong leadership skills and capacity to work independently, be pragmatical but also innovative, with creative thinking backed by strong analytical and reporting skills.
• You need to have political and cultural sensitivity, as well as diplomatic, tactful and flexible interpersonal style.

• University degree in Social Science or Tertiary education in a relevant field
• At least five year previous experience working with an INGO, and three years experience of AVR.
• Good command of English
• Must be able to remain neutral when working with communities
• Good computer skills

• Open and willing to learn new things
• Enthusiastic, creative and hard-working
• Proven communication, interpersonal and facilitation skills
• Experience in conflict management and prevention an asset
• Previous work with youth an asset

• 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.

• Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for Expatriates;

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