MMC Project Specialist at Danish Refugee Council

Overall purpose of the role:

The Project Specialist will work closely with the Data and Research Manager to ensure the successful execution of multiple quantitative research projects, from inception to completion. This will include contributing to the project design to align activities with 4Mi goals, tracking project expenditure, working closely with country offices to close out all projects, compiling donor reports and supporting in dissemination of project deliverables. Additionally, the Project Specialist will provide technical oversight to the 4Mi Officer to ensure SOPs for enumerator supervision are upheld and there is smooth progress in data collection activities.

Responsibilities: 

Project coordination

• Contribute to project design to ensure feasibility of proposed quantitative research
• Create enumerator supervision and tracking tools to maintain high quality standards in field activities
• Provide oversight during enumerator training and ensure training guides are updated, comprehensive and of high quality
• Prepare detailed narrative reports for donors, summarizing project activities and outcomes
• Monitor data collection expenditures, ensuring they align with the budget and are accurately reflected in financial reports

Research

• Complete data analysis and compile research outputs, including infographics
• Contribute to the design of qualitative and quantitative questionnaires, supervise fieldwork and contribute to data analysis and findings
• Support in dissemination of findings through MMC presentations within DRC and other external engagement
• Stay up-to-date on the latest mixed migration developments in the region to enhance research relevance and impact

Country-level coordination

• Foster strong relationships with DRC colleagues in data collection locations by conducting kick-off meetings and overseeing the contracting and payment processes for enumerators
• Supervise MMC partners and consultants in conducting data collection activities in locations DRC has no/limited presence
• Design tools to gather feedback from enumerators and DRC staff in the field and ensure it is integrated into project activities such as data analysis and future project designs
• Develop and recommend tailored solutions to address challenges encountered during project implementation

Team coordination

• Offer ongoing technical support to the 4Mi Program Officer (PO) to ensure the smooth recruitment, training, and daily monitoring of enumerators.
• Oversee the 4Mi PO’s workload, ensuring tasks are balanced and aligned with project timelines and priorities.
• Facilitate communication among team members, making sure that everyone understands their roles, tasks, and deadlines

Others

• When needed represent MMC at coordination meetings with DRC teams or humanitarian partners
• Any additional tasks in support of the 4Mi project

About you

In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’s five core competencies:

• Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.
• Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
• Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
• Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
• Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with our vision and values.

Experience and technical competencies:

• At least 5-year experience in data collection, conducting surveys or other research activities;
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of mixed migration issues in the region;
• Demonstrated ability to be proactive and to take lead whenever required;
• Outstanding communication skills with enumerators of various nationalities and language groups
• Proficiency in IT systems, including android-based applications;
• Outstanding organizational skills;
• Excellent ability to work under minimal supervision and strong problem-solving skills;
• Enthusiastic about learning, excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Sensitivity to issues affecting refugees and migrants in the region.
• Knowledge of standard best practices related to procurement and code of conduct in an INGO setting

Education:

• Preferably Master’s degree in a relevant field, including but not limited to research methods, international development, migration studies or business administration.

Languages:

• Written and verbal fluency in English;
• Verbal fluency in Swahili, Arabic or French (desired)