Senegal: MMC programme officer

BACKGROUND MMC

The Mixed Migration Centre (MMC) is a leading source for independent and high-quality data, information, research and analysis on mixed migration. Through the provision of credible evidence and expertise on mixed migration, the MMC aims to support agencies, policy makers and practitioners to make well-informed decisions, to positively impact global and regional migration policies, to contribute to protection and assistance responses for people on the move and to stimulate forward thinking in the sector responding to mixed migration. Read more about the MMC here: www.mixedmigration.org. The MMC is part of the Danish Refugee Council.

Since 2014, MMC has been implementing the Mixed Migration Monitoring Mechanism initiative (4Mi), a growing network of monitors stationed in key migration hubs in more than 20 countries along 7 major migration routes, who are interviewing refugees and migrants on the move on a continuous basis.

The MMC in West Africa will, in partnership with UNFPA, start a new project, using the 4Mi methodology to collect data on youth mixed migration and access to sexual and reproductive health services in several transit cities in West Africa.

POSITION PROFILE

MMC West Africa is looking for a motivated new colleague to join its small and dynamic team in Dakar. This position is appropriate for entry level candidates or those who have had a first professional experience or internship. The programme officer will support the launch and implementation of MMC’s new UNFPA project. In addition, the officer will carry out a variety of other tasks to support the MMC West Africa team, including on communication and visibility, donor reporting, and the organization of events.

JOB SUMMARY & TASKS

· Assisting the successful implementation of the UNFPA project (including supporting the project lead with procurement and contracting, donor reporting, desktop research, and other ad hoc tasks related to the project);

· Supporting the finalization of MMC research reports, briefing papers & discussion papers and ensuring MMC’s visual identity is consistently integrated in all of its written outputs;

· Carry out a number of administrative tasks in support of the West Africa team, such as developing and maintaining the MMC contacts database, maintaining and updating the team’s online filing systems, and serving as a first point of contact via the team’s email account;

· Supporting the team in the organization of events and roundtables in Dakar;

· Other support tasks for the West Africa team as required.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Required

· Fluency in both oral and written English and French, preferably with writing experience at a graduate or professional level;

· A degree in social sciences, political sciences, international relations, development or a related field of study. A focus on migration is considered an advantage;

· Strong organization and multitasking skills;

· Full proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint);

· Excellent eye for detail;

Desirable

· Affinity with matters relating to (mixed) migration, forced displacement and humanitarian/development work and/or sexual and reproductive health;

· Previous work or internship experience with international NGOs or the UN in the development or humanitarian sector, preferably in a project assistant or project management role ;

· Experience in event management;

· Proficiency with InDesign, Illustrator, or comparable software;

· Experience with data collection methods or database management;

REPORTING ARRANGEMENT

The programme officer will report directly to the Mixed Migration Manager.

OFFER

The position is based in Dakar. The position will be placed at grade H of the DRC salary scale (international salary scale and benefits is to be found on www.drc.ngo)

Base salary: 753.078XOF

Transport allowance: 20.800XOF

Comprehensive insurance package for employee and dependents

The position is open for national and international applicants

Interested? Go to www.drc.ngo and find Current Vacancies. Find the job on the list and apply for this position by clicking on the apply button.

Apply online: https://candidate.hr-manager.net/ApplicationInit.aspx?cid=1036&ProjectId=155934&DepartmentId=19110&MediaId=5

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

Applications close date: 15 May 2019 For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website www.drc.n