About the Job
\nDanish Refugee Council, one of the world\u2019s leading humanitarian NGOs, is currently looking for a highly qualified\u00a0Base Manager\u00a0for our operations in Humera, Ethiopia.<\/p>\n
Instruction for applicants:
\nAll applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV in English. Please ensure that your CV does not exceed three pages. Applications with CVs longer than the specified limit may not be considered<\/p>\n
Overall purpose of the role<\/p>\n
The Base manager is accountable for overall programmatic and operational delivers under her\/his base. S\/he is responsible for the overall operational and programmatic planning, reporting, and implementation to enable DRC to achieve its objectives Supervising the base and ensuring that DRC procedures are streamlined in the project implementation Building relationships with key humanitarian partners and donors and securing funding to expand DRC\u2019s programmes<\/p>\n
The Base manager will be responsible for coordinating a multi-sectoral response delivered jointly with a consortium of several INGO and local NGO partners in the area, as well as directly supervising the DRC emergency response team.<\/p>\n
Your main duties and responsibilities will be:<\/p>\n
Management<\/p>\n
People management of direct reports (incl. development, performance & recruitment)
\nSupport and mentor staff members by identifying clear deliverables and providing training
\nSupport and monitor programme staff planning of activities
\nSupervise finance, admin, Human Resources, procurement and logistics ensuring that expenditure is compliant with DRC procedures, donors\u2019 regulation and national legislation
\nProgramming<\/p>\n
Development, coordination, planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting to CO, donors and other relevant humanitarian actors
\nSupervision and coordination of programme and support staff
\nMonitoring project(s) expenditures
\nConduct assessments and fact-finding missions to set up new or follow-up projects
\nAssisting in the preparation of project proposals for external donors and negotiate\/defend them, conceptualizing and developing sectoral and local strategies in close co-operation with the HOP and CD
\nAssisting in developing new programme initiatives and fundraising
\nEnsure that the programmes are implemented in accordance with DRC standard regulations and operational procedures
\nSupervise implementation of the projects via monitoring and evaluation
\nEnsure adherence to DRC Security procedures according to the DRC Operations Handbook and local security rules
\nRepresentation and coordination<\/p>\n
Cultivate good relations with key Local stake holders, humanitarian actors, including UN, INGOs and donors, through regular attendance at technical meetings\/clusters and bilateral meetings
\nLiaison and close coordination with UN agencies, NGOs, government authorities and local organizations
\nEnsure that timely and quality project narrative reports are provided to the donors on time according to donor\u2019s requirement
\nRepresent DRC as required
\nHuman Resources<\/p>\n
Promote professional development by identifying training and capacity building opportunities and ensure staff are well versed in emergency response best practices and humanitarian principles, DRC’s code of conduct, accountability, respectful dialogue with the beneficiary population, and prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse.
\nIn collaboration with Addis-based support services staff, ensure timely recruitment onboarding and contract renewal of staff.
\nCollaborate with the human resources department to ensure staff performance is continuously monitored, poor performance timely addressed and evaluations conducted on a regular basis.
\nLogistics and Procurement<\/p>\n
Ensure proper and timely updated procurement plan is in place
\nEnsure accountable, transparent and well-documented procurement processes for emergency response activities.
\nEnsure a proper stock management including clear segregation of duties among the existing staff during emergency response in line with the established policies.
\nSafety and Access<\/p>\n
Lead stakeholder engagement at local and regional levels in implementation areas to maintain humanitarian access and acceptance, in line with the Code of Conduct for humanitarian organizations in Ethiopia and humanitarian principles.
\nIn close collaboration with the CO Safety and Access Coordinator and the Country Director, ensures that all relevant information regarding safety, security and the context is collected, updated and shared in a regular and timely manner.
\nIn close collaboration with the Safety and Access Coordinator and the Country Director, ensure that staff working on emergency responses are informed and operate by relevant safety protocols.
\nAbout You
\nExperience and technical competencies:<\/p>\n
Professional technical experience evidencing and demonstrating ability to deliver against the above-mentioned responsibilities:
\nAt least 5 years’ experience in relevant field in an INGO
\nAt least 3 years’ experience with people management
\nSubstantial work experience in the areas of emergency, camp management, and development sector, especially with displaced\/refugees communities can substitute education qualification.
\nExperience managing field offices
\nExperience in project management and proven organizational skills
\nGood knowledge of relevant donors
\nExperience dealing with national partners and local\/government authorities
\nProfessional background in working with internally displaced persons and\/or refugees
\nGood experience in training and liaising with national NGOs
\nExperience working in multicultural work settings
\nEDUCATION: (include certificates, licenses, etc.)<\/p>\n
Master\u2019s in social sciences, Economics, Development Studies or other relevant field.
\nLANGUAGE:\u00a0(indicate Fluency level)<\/p>\n
English (fluent)
\nKnowledge of additional local language is an asset
\nIn this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC\u2019 five core competencies:<\/p>\n
Striving for excellence:\u00a0You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.<\/p>\n
Collaborating:\u00a0You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.<\/p>\n
Taking the lead:\u00a0You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.<\/p>\n
Communicating:\u00a0You listen and speak effectively and honestly.<\/p>\n
Demonstrating integrity:\u00a0You uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to our values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.<\/p>\n
We offer<\/p>\n
Contract length: 12 Months<\/p>\n
Contract Type: National Contract<\/p>\n
Band: F2<\/p>\n
Designation of Duty Station: Humera, Ethiopia<\/p>\n
Start date: August 2026<\/p>\n
Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council\u2019s Terms of Employment for National employees<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":207,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","job_listing_type":[17],"job_listing_category":[210],"job_listing_location":[4],"job_listing_tag":[],"class_list":["post-39420","job_listing","type-job_listing","status-publish","hentry","job_listing_type-full-time","job_listing_category-project-management-and-administration","job_listing_location-addis-ababa"],"metas":{"_job_logo":"https:\/\/beleqet.com\/vacancy\/wp-content\/uploads\/wp-job-board-pro-uploads\/_job_logo\/2026\/07\/Danish-Refugee-Council.webp","custom-text-26140818":"Danish Refugee Council","_job_featured":"","_job_tag":[],"_job_filled":"","_job_urgent":"","_job_type":{"17":"Full Time"},"custom-select-24762152":"Onsite","_job_category":{"210":"Project Management And Administration"},"_job_expiry_date":"","_job_gender":"Both","_job_salary_type":"monthly","custom-number-21785310":"","_job_experience":"Senior","custom-select-25910079":"5 \u2013 10 Years","_job_qualification":"Bachelor Degree","_job_application_deadline_date":"2026-07-22","_job_location":{"4":"Addis Ababa"},"_job_apply_type":"external","_job_apply_url":"https:\/\/drc.ngo\/en\/","_job_apply_email":"","_job_phone":"","_job_employer_name":"Beleqet Jobs","_job_employer_url":"https:\/\/beleqet.com\/vacancy\/employer\/meseret\/"},"beleqet_data":{"_job_employer_posted_by":"9629","_job_logo_img":"https:\/\/beleqet.com\/vacancy\/wp-content\/uploads\/wp-job-board-pro-uploads\/_job_logo\/2026\/07\/Danish-Refugee-Council.webp","_job_logo":"https:\/\/beleqet.com\/vacancy\/wp-content\/uploads\/wp-job-board-pro-uploads\/_job_logo\/2026\/07\/Danish-Refugee-Council.webp","custom-text-26140818":"Danish Refugee Council","_job_title":"Base Manager","_job_type":"17","custom-select-24762152":"Onsite","_job_category":"210","_job_gender":"Both","_job_salary_type":"monthly","_job_experience":"Senior","custom-select-25910079":"5 \u2013 10 Years","_job_qualification":"Bachelor Degree","_job_application_deadline_date":"2026-07-22","_job_location":"4","_job_description":"About the Job\r\nDanish Refugee Council, one of the world\u2019s leading humanitarian NGOs, is currently looking for a highly qualified\u00a0Base Manager\u00a0for our operations in Humera, Ethiopia.\r\n\r\nInstruction for applicants:\r\nAll applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV in English. 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