Algeria: Livelihoods Officer in Tindouf - Senior EU Aid Volunteer

Jan 22, 2019 | Danish Refugee Council
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The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is leading an exciting new EU project aiming at recruiting and deploying volunteers as part of the European Union Aid Volunteers initiative. The project enables EU citizens and long-term residents of EU countries to get involved in international humanitarian aid projects and develop their career.

This is a great opportunity for experienced professionals to gain new or more international experience by getting involved in humanitarian aid projects in non-EU countries affected by disaster. As a senior EU Aid Volunteer, you will be able to strengthen and develop your skills within the field of humanitarian aid through in-depth training and hands-on field experience.

Currently we are looking for a Livelihood Officer - Senior EU Aid Volunteer to be deployed at DRC’s Office in Tindouf, Algeria for 12 months.

To read more about the position and specific requirements please see the vacancy advert on the EU Platform.

ELIGIBILITY AND EXCEPTION CRITERIA:

Candidates applying for a senior EU Aid Volunteer position must:

• Be citizen of the EU or a long-term resident in an EU Member State. To learn more about the exact definition of long-term residency, please read here.
• Have more than 5 years of experience in the relevant technical area.
• Please note that candidates must be available for an EU face-to-face training from 21st March to 4th April 2019 to be considered for the position.

Additionally, all EU Aid Volunteers are expected to demonstrate DRC’ 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.