The joint initiative Regional Development and Protection Program (RDPP) is focused on supporting livelihoods and protection for Syrian refugees and their host communities in Jordan and Lebanon. The donors behind the initiative is Austria, Czech Republic, Denmark, EU, Ireland, The Netherlands and Switzerland. RDPP has a total budget of EUR 50 million for 2023-2026. The RDPP is a delegated partnership managed by the Embassy of Denmark with RDPP team members based in Amman and Beirut.
The responsibilities as Localisation and Capacity Development Specialist Jordan is to manage a smaller portfolio of civil society led partnerships with specific focus on supporting strengthening of the capacities of the partners. In addition, the position will support the capacity development plans and activities of the other locally-led RDPP partnerships.
The position will further follow the localisation discussion in relevant fora in Jordan and contribute with RDPP learning, support and inputs, where relevant. Finally, the position will, in close coordination with the Localisation and Capacity Development Specialist for Lebanon, develop, implement and support exchange and learning across the RDPP partner portfolio and other capacity strengthening activities focused on localisation, as relevant. The position will work in close coordination with the RDPP focal points for the partnerships as well as the Regional Program Finance, Logistics and Data Manager on the overall RDPP financial management and related issues, such as reporting of irregularities, results reporting and similar issues.
The position is Jordan focused and based at the RDPP office in Amman, Jordan. Some travel to Lebanon for coordination with the Localisation and Capacity Development Specialist for Lebanon is expected.
Management line: Reports to Program Manager
Place of service: RDPP office, Amman
The main duties of the position include:
Managing portfolio of partnerships:
Support to capacity development of other locally-led partnerships:
Partner learning exchanges and capacity development training:
Follow the localisation agenda:
General:
Any other required duties as assigned by the RDPP Management to assure proper program implementation
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Application and recruitment process
To apply for the position, please send your application (motivation letter, CV, proof of relevant education, recommendations and 2-3 references) in English to [email protected] marked title of the position applied for in the subject line no later than 31st of March 2024.
The Embassy is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified persons regardless of race, sex, religion, age or disability. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Selected candidates will be invited for interviews – expected to take place during the week starting the 8th of April 2024. Selected candidates might be requested to take a test during the week starting the 1st of April 2024. Language proficiency and other written and/or oral tests may be performed as part of the interview process. Any employment is contingent on the presentation of a “No Criminal Record” and a successful security clearance by the Danish authorities.
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Questions
If you have questions regarding the position, please write to [email protected].
About us
The Embassy of Denmark is part of the Danish Foreign Service and covers Lebanon, Jordan and Syria. The Embassy is an ambitious, high-paced and dynamic workplace with approximately 30 employees, 12 of whom are diplomats.
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