DRC Job Vacancies April 2026

Multiple Vacancies – Danish Refugee Council (DRC)

Organization: Danish Refugee Council (DRC)
Locations: Addis Ababa & Shire, Ethiopia
Employment Type: Full‑time (National Contracts)
Contract Duration: 4–8 months (depending on position)
Application Deadline: April 22, 2026
Salary: As per DRC’s national terms of employment

About DRC

The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is one of the world’s leading humanitarian NGOs, working in over 30 countries to protect, advocate for, and build sustainable futures for refugees and displacement‑affected communities. DRC Ethiopia supports displaced populations through protection, livelihoods, mine action, and emergency response programs.

Available Positions

1. Grants Management Officer – Addis Ababa

• Responsibilities:
  • Identify funding opportunities and support proposal development.
  • Ensure donor compliance in project implementation and reporting.
  • Maintain DRC’s grant management system and documentation.
  • Draft MOUs/LoUs and liaise with donors and stakeholders.
  • Support project kick‑off, close‑out, and partner compliance monitoring.
• Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
  • Minimum 2 years of INGO experience, including grants management.
  • Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills.
  • Experience with donor contracts (ECHO, DANIDA, SIDA, GFFO).
  • Fluent English; knowledge of local languages an asset.
• Contract Details: 8 months, starting May 1, 2026.

2. Non‑Technical Survey (NTS) Operator – Shire Field Office

• Responsibilities:
  • Conduct community‑level surveys to assess explosive ordnance impact.
  • Collect and analyse geographic and socio‑economic data.
  • Support liaison with local authorities and community representatives.
  • Ensure timely reporting using standard templates.
  • Document success stories and lessons learned for donor reports.
• Qualifications:
  • Vocational school or higher education; NTS qualification required.
  • Minimum 2 years of relevant field experience.
  • Knowledge of topography, map drawing, GPS, and compass use.
  • Effective communication in Tigrinya and English.
  • Experience working in remote and volatile areas.
• Contract Details: 4 months, starting May 15, 2026.

Core Values & Safeguarding

DRC upholds the highest standards of ethical conduct and safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment. The organization is committed to diversity, inclusion, and gender parity. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified Ethiopian nationals should upload a cover letter and CV (max 3–4 pages) in English via DRC’s application portal. Applications sent by email will not be considered.

Closing Date: April 22, 2026