Danish Refugee Council
Experience: 3 to 5 Years
Skill Required: Project and Program Management
Apply By: 14-05-2024
The Area Manager is responsible for the overall management and strategic direction of DRC’s response in Kigoma under the direct supervision of the Country Director (CD) Tanzania-Burundi. The DRC team has over 300 staff members in Kigoma. The Area Manager will represent DRC with the local government bodies, the UN and international organizations in-country, donors, other stakeholders, beneficiaries, and other (I) NGOs as part of regular and quality communication to maintain good relations. The post-holder will build the portfolio of DRC in Kigoma by ensuring high quality implementation of all projects and supporting new business development. S/he will need to clearly understand and ensure fair, accountable and transparent management of program and support departments, and promote a learning environment for staff and the organization. The Area Manager will also be responsible for full compliance with DRC Standard Operating Procedures and general operations. This position is Non-accompanied.
About Kigoma:
The Kigoma Region in Tanzania is bordering Lake Tanganyika and has a relatively low population density. The refugee hosting area within Kigoma host over 200,000 refugees mainly from Burundi and the Democratic Republic of Congo. In Kibondo/Kasulu the climate is mild, the environment is green and in general the situation is safe.
Responsibilities:
Management and Coordination
Programming and technical support
Support services:Finance, administration, human resource, logistic and procurement
Safety and Security
About you
In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’s five core competencies:
Qualifications and Experience
Essential Experience
Preferred additional Experience: