Field Distribution Assistant (Several Positions) - National Contract

The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a humanitarian, non-governmental and non-profit organization, founded in 1956, that works in 40 countries around the world. DRC’s mandate is driven by three global strategic objectives within the DRC Assistance Framework: Saving lives and alleviation of immediate suffering among people affected by conflict, Safeguarding, restoration and development of livelihoods, and, Institutional and organisational change that contributes to protection of people’s rights and peaceful handling of conflict.

BACKGROUND

DRC has been operating in Greece since December 2015, providing support to the Greek Ministry of Migration Policy in ensuring dignified reception conditions for refugees and migrants arriving on Lesvos island. In March 2016, DRC expanded its operations in response to the changing context and the build-up of refugee population on mainland Greece.

PURPOSE

Under supervision of the Field Distribution Officer and in close collaboration with other DRC field units, the distribution Assistant will support implementation of shelter and NFI related activities in the emergency reception sites under DRC’s area of responsibility. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities will include, but not necessarily be limited, to the following: 

• Implement regular food/NFI/Voucher NFI distributions in refugee site in Thessaloniki ;
• Quality and quantity check of the goods received for distribution to refugees;
• Ensure adherence to agreed standard operating procedures for distributions, by all relevant staff or volunteers
• Participate in NFI distributions and collect relevant data for maintaining updated beneficiary records and distribution lists
• Provide translation/interpretation as necessary;
• Provide relevant distribution report as requested;
• Availability on working two weekends a month compensated by other day off during the week;

• Ensure the observance of the DRC Code of Conduct throughout activity implementation
• Any other tasks assigned by the Site Operations Coordinator to support DRC’s response

Required Qualifications

• High school degree desired;
• Verbal and written English skills is an added advantage;
• Working knowledge of Arabic or Farsi is an added advantage
• Computer skills
• High professional ethics

Skills & Qualities

• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills, working with different groups, partners and nationalities
• Strong initiative and self-motivated, with a strong commitment to teamwork and humanitarian principle
• Flexible, enthusiastic and willing to learn from others

GENERAL REGULATIONS

The employee shall follow DRC instructions on safety, confidentiality and ethical guidelines, including the Code of Conduct and the Humanitarian Accountability Framework.

Employee should not engage in any other paid activity during the DRC contract period without prior authorization.

Employee should not engage in any activity that could harm DRC or the implementation of any project during the DRC contract period.

Employee should not give interviews to the media or publish project-related photos or other material without prior authorization.

Employee shall return all borrowed equipment for the project to DRC after the end of the contract period or upon request.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS 

This position is requested for a period of 3 months with potential to extend based on performance, DRC requirements and availability of funds.

We offer a fair compensation package depending on your qualification and experiences.

The contract will be under the Greek Labor Law, and all allowances will be provided to the employees (Christmas, Easter, Vacation bonus).

 All work related transport costs from duty station to other work sites are refundable.

 All communication costs work related are refundable.

DRC provides training opportunities to develop and strengthen the quality of its services as well as its staff members’ professional and personal development.

The position will be based in Thessaloniki (Greece) and national terms and conditions apply. 

APPLICATION PROCESS

Interested? Then apply for this position on line: www.drc.dk/about-drc/vacancies/current-vacancies

All applicants must send a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages). Both must be in English.

Applications close on 25th of June.

Due to the urgency of the position DRC reserves the right to recruit a candidate who matches the required profile before the above deadline.