The Danish Refugee Council (DRC), an international non-governmental organization (NGO), has been providing relief and development services in the Horn of Africa since 1997. DRC promotes and supports solutions to the problems faced by refugees, internally displaced people (IDPs), and migrants. The organization has offices across the region, and has been operational in Ethiopia since 2009. With funding from bilateral and multilateral donors, DRC is currently implementing a range of activities across Ethiopia and Djibouti, including WASH and shelter provision, child and youth protection, gender based violence response, awareness-raising of migration risks, protection monitoring of migration routes, and livelihoods support for returning migrants or those at-risk of migration.
OVERALL PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:
The person will be responsible to oversee activities including Planning, organizing and facilitating conferences, trainings and workshops which are hosted by Danish Refugee council protection team.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:
Plan and organize events hosted by DRC protection team
Organize, facilitate and manage all events details such as décor, catering, transportation, location, invitee list, special guests, equipment’s, promotional materials etc.
Support protection team on plan layout for event, schedule and agenda of the
program including arranging invitation for delegates
Coordinate event participant requirement and briefing
oversee activities and ensure details are handled as planned
Propose ideas to improve provided service and event quality
Support in preparing post-event report
Ensure proper documentation of all event activities
Job Requirement
Experience and technical competencies: (include years of experience)
Graduate in law or must be last year of graduation
Must present a professional appearance and a friendly manner
Must be dependable and punctual
Be courteous and personable when dealing with the public
Be self-directed, willing to take initiative, and detail-oriented
Computer skills are desired
Education: (include certificates, licenses etc.)
Graduate in law or must be last year of graduation
Languages: (indicate fluency level)
Excellent verbal and written proficiency in English
All DRC roles require the post-holder to master DRC’s core competencies:
Striving for excellence: Focusing on reaching results while ensuring efficient processes.
Collaborating: Involving relevant parties and encouraging feedback.
Taking the lead: Taking ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
Communicating: Listening and speaking effectively and honestly.
Demonstrating integrity: Acting in line with DRC's vision and values