The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is seeking a highly qualified and experienced Area Programme Manager to lead its humanitarian initiatives in Western Libya. This role involves overseeing critical programs in Protection, Economic Recovery, Humanitarian Mine Action, and Community Safety (Peacebuilding), ensuring strategic integration, high-quality implementation, and compliance with donor requirements and DRC standards.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the overall leadership and coordination of all DRC programs in the region, managing implementation teams, budgets, and grants. The position requires close collaboration with support services and external representation with authorities, partners, and coordination bodies, while upholding protection principles and accountability.
Quick Facts
| Opportunity | Job |
|---|---|
| Institution | Danish Refugee Council |
| Location | Tripoli, Libya |
| Region | Africa |
| Open to | Not specified |
| Funding | Not specified |
| Duration | Until Nov 30, 2027 |
| Start date | 01 Dec 2026 |
| Application deadline | 23 November 2026 |
About the Position
The Area Programme Manager will oversee the timely and quality implementation of multi-sectoral programs, including developing detailed implementation plans, monitoring progress, and contributing to new program initiatives. Key responsibilities include managing program budgets, coordinating with finance, HR, and supply chain teams, and ensuring effective monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning processes. The role also involves preparing high-quality donor reports, representing DRC to external actors, and leading a diverse team of program implementation staff through recruitment, capacity building, and performance management.
Eligibility
- Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in project and/or programme management with an international NGO or UN Agency.
- Solid understanding of humanitarian principles and practices.
- At least 3 years of successful team management experience, including recruitment, capacity development, and performance management.
- Practical experience in implementing projects, preferably in Protection and within a conflict-affected context.
- Knowledge and understanding of the conflict and displacement context and dynamics in Libya.
- Experience in budget management and ensuring effective allocation and utilization of financial resources.
- Previous experience engaging with multi-sectoral teams in complex operational environments.
- Experience in engaging with external actors (donors, local authorities, civil society, international NGOs, UN agencies).
- Strong drafting skills for donor reports and project proposals.
- Strong diplomatic skills and effective communication with diverse stakeholders.
- Proven ability to manage and motivate a diverse team.
- University Degree in a relevant field or a project management diploma.
- Fluent in Arabic (required).
- Excellent working proficiency in English (required).
- Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply.
Benefits
- Contract length until November 30, 2027
- Salary and conditions in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for national employees
Documents Required
- Cover letter
- Updated CV (no longer than four pages)
How to Apply
- Upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English.
- Applications sent by email will not be considered.
- Apply via the provided 'Click here to apply' link.
Source: ReliefWeb Jobs.
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