Economic Recovery Coordinator – Technical Advisory Role

About the Position

The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is seeking an Economic Recovery Coordinator for our Yemen office to provide overall technical leadership and coordination for our economic recovery programming. This role includes responsibilities for food security, decent livelihoods, and financial inclusion, with cross-cutting technical support on Cash Voucher Assistance (CVA), market system development, and climate-sensitive natural resource management.

Responsibilities

Technical Oversight

• Develop economic recovery program strategy and priorities based on a thorough understanding of needs and context, aligned with DRC’s mandate and regional/global strategies.
• Lead the development, harmonization, training, and rollout of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), tools, and guidelines, with particular attention to setting standards for CVA in Yemen.
• Provide regular technical support and guidance to Project Managers/Team Leaders, Specialists, and other relevant staff.
• Ensure compliance with DRC quality standards and procedures and alignment with the global strategy.
• Coordinate with sector colleagues at Regional Office (RO) and Headquarters (HQ) levels about relevant strategic and technical directions.
• Complete regular field visits across the country to ensure technical oversight, capacity building, and support, identify needs, and ensure quality programming.
• Ensure that programming is integrated with other DRC sectors by working closely with other sector coordinators and relevant staff in the field.
• Ensure strong information management and use of databases for information management and reporting, in coordination with IM and MEAL staff.

Technical Line Management

• Provide technical support to the structure of the Economic Recovery (EcRec) team nationally, harmonization of sectoral job descriptions, and participation in the recruitment of EcRec staff as required.
• Identify technical gaps and support capacity building for technical staff, upon checking available resources at RO and HQ levels.
• Mentor and support the Economic Recovery team through regular one-to-one supervision and performance appraisals of technical line reports.
• Provide stop-gap support in the absence of Project Managers/Team Leaders, in close coordination with senior national colleagues.
• Ensure the Economic Recovery Specialists provide regular trainings and supervision to activities and field teams to ensure quality project implementation.

Programme Development, Coordination, and Oversight

• Lead the design of project proposals (with associated budget recommendations and indicators) in coordination with Area Manager, Project Managers, Specialists, MEAL, and Grants unit.
• Oversee and coordinate sectoral and integrated projects, mainly around food security (cash and in-kind assistance), decent livelihoods, and financial inclusion, in coordination with Area Managers and Project Managers, Specialists, and other relevant field staff.
• Lead on developing assessments to inform evidence-based planning and implementation and ensure that all economic recovery interventions are informed by market conditions.
• Lead on the development of relevant and appropriate standard operating procedures (SOP) including defining beneficiary selection criteria and identification process, and oversee compliance to agreed standards and guidelines.
• Map donor priorities within the economic recovery sector and identify new opportunities, including engaging with new donors.
• Provide technical leadership and review of all proposals and reports and other relevant sector-specific donor communications.
• Lead on Economic Recovery program review meetings and contribute to other program review meetings as necessary (Grant Opening, Review, & Close Out Meetings).
• Provide technical advice on sector-related budget development and/or realignments, in coordination with Project Managers, Specialists, and Area Managers or Base Managers.

Quality Assurance

• Oversee the overall program implementation progress and quality; identification, resolution, and/or escalation of issues.
• Work with MEAL to develop harmonized tools and databases to monitor and track the efficiency and quality of programming and improve information management within the sector focal points.
• Work closely with MEAL in the design, implementation, and evaluation of sector-level programming.
• Coordinate with MEAL to ensure accountability mechanisms are established for programming.
• Capture best practices and lessons learned from the monitoring and evaluation results and analysis, and use them to enhance program quality, effectiveness, and efficiency.

Coordination and Donor Engagement

• Lead participation at Clusters, including direct participation at the national level and coordination of representation at the sub-national level. Also participate in working groups/strategic advisory groups, and any other relevant fora to represent DRC and its mandate.
• Act as the main sector-level point of contact with donors; support donor visits to the field.
• Provide technical input and support the strategic direction of the sector-level response within the humanitarian community and with development actors.
• Proactively engage in bilateral coordination with local and international NGOs as well as with international public organizations to refine, expand, and strengthen DRC’s referral and information assistance and partner networks while seeking new partnerships.
• Explore and develop new partnerships with various entities, such as the private sector or academics.
• Report issues and challenges to the donor in a timely manner, in coordination with the Head of Programme.
• Liaise with local, regional, and national government authorities and relevant stakeholders.
• Take an active role in pushing DRC’s economic recovery advocacy messages in relevant coordination forums.

Other

• Ensure adherence to DRC’s Age, Gender, and Diversity policy and AGD programmatic minimum standards.
• Ensure compliance with zero-tolerance to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse policy.
• Ensure compliance with DRC guidelines and policies on HR, admin, finance, and supply.
• Perform other relevant tasks as requested by and in discussion with the Head of Programme.

Requirements

• Proven experience of at least 5 years in economic recovery, food security, decent livelihoods, and financial inclusion (including using cash and voucher assistance) in a complex humanitarian context.
• Minimum 4 years managing or designing livelihoods and CVA programming (including with consortia).
• Preferred – 2 years working on durable solutions.
• Strong communication and analytical skills, including demonstrated capacity to lead/design research and innovation in the sector.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to quickly develop good insight and understanding of the conflict and the economic environment of the program country.
• Sound understanding of humanitarian architecture and experience with representation in a cluster or CMWG.
• Cultural sensitivity and adaptability.
• Experience coordinating with diverse teams and providing technical guidance and training.
• Able to manage a high workload and deadlines in an efficient and timely manner.
• Able to manage stress and be flexible.

We Offer

• Contract length: One-year contract, renewable based on funding availability.
• Band: F (Non-manager)
• Duty Station: Sana’a, Yemen, with frequent travel to the field.
• Designation of Duty Station: Non-Family Duty Station
• Start date: As soon as possible.
• Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment.

Application Process

Interested? Then apply for this position by clicking on the apply button. All applicants must send a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages). Both must be in English.

If you have questions or are facing problems with the online application process, please contact [email protected] Please note that applications sent directly to the email will not be considered.

Applications close on 4 July 2026. Longlisting is accepted to take place in the week after the closing date.

For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website www.drc.ngo.

About the Company

Founded in 1956, DRC Danish Refugee Council is Denmark’s largest, and a leading international NGO. We have continuously been ranked as one of the best NGOs in the world - and are one of the few with a specific expertise in forced displacement. In over 30 countries, we protect, advocate, and build sustainable futures for refugees and other displacement-affected people and communities.

By working in DRC, you will be joining a global workforce of over 6,000 employees. We pride ourselves on our:

• Professionalism, impact & expertise
• Humanitarian approach & the work we do
• Purpose, meaningfulness & own contribution
• Culture, values & strong leadership
• Fair compensation & continuous development

DRC’s capacity to ensure the protection of and assistance to refugees, IDP’s, and other persons of concern depends on the ability of our staff to uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment. DRC conducts thorough and comprehensive background checks as part of the recruitment process.

Danish Refugee Council is an equal opportunity employer and we consider all applicants based on individual merit and qualifications, regardless of personal characteristics or attributes. We are committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce, aiming for a 50% balance of men and women in management roles and ensuring that at least 50% of management roles are filled by national staff. We recognize that a diverse and inclusive team is crucial for achieving our organizational goals and making a positive impact on the communities we serve.