Project Lead- DAPP Technical Senior Expert

Danish Refugee Council, one of the world’s leading humanitarian NGOs, is currently looking for a highly qualified  Project Lead - DAPP Technical Senior Expert .  

About the job 

The Danish Arab Partnership Programme (DAPP) is funded by the Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs and takes place in Morocco, Tunisia, Egypt and Jordan. The programme helps to strengthen good governance and ensure economic opportunities, especially for young people and women in the region, through partnerships. 

This role provides oversight and direction of the DAPP Tunisia country programme and its staff, acting as the liaison between the DAPP secretariat and the implementing organizations in Tunisia. While not directly managing project implementation staff, the Project lead is responsible for ensuring coordination of approaches for impactful and efficient programmes. This will be accomplished through coordination and allocation of resources from the implementing partners. The role will also involve high level representation with key policy making stakeholders and donors. 

Your main duties and responsibilities will be: 

• Lead inception phase fine-tuning of approaches related to all 5 outputs of the DAPP project in Tunisia and in consultation with what is being planned in other countries 
• Support in the selection of strategic partners for the programme 
• Coordinating programme delivery in close collaboration with in-country partners 
• Oversee budget expenditures and advise on budget reallocation needs if required 
• Record and report on program progress (activity + finance) as required by the DAPP secretariat in Denmark 
• Lead the development and implementation of the DAPP Tunisia exit strategy in close collaboration with implementing partners, the DAPP Secretariat, and relevant stakeholders 

Quality Assurance: 

• Develop and implement country level MEAL tools and report as required to DAPP secretariat in Copenhagen 
• Quality assure country results and activities 
• Working closely with MERL unit to advice on recommendations for acceleration projects 
• Coordinate and shar learning with relevant partners in Tunisia and with other country program as required 
• Advise on inclusion of gender equality in Partners programming. 

Representation and Coordination: 

• Organize regular country level coordination meetings with all DAPP partners in Tunisia to ensure efficient coordination and synergy between DAPP partners 
• Organize regional activities with the other country coordinators 
• Organize regular meetings with strategic partners to share program progress and ensure visibility of the programme 
• Act as main program representative in Tunisia, in close coordination with DRC CD, towards national and local authorities 

About you 

• To be successful in this role we expect you to have At least 10 years of experience with international development cooperation and institutional development, as well as solid experience in the practical and theoretical aspects of human rights standards and their implementation. 

Moreover, we also expect the following:

• Experience in identifying and engaging staff with development and subject-matter expertise; 
• Experience from similar programmes in the region and the focus countries, including planning, reporting, preparing analytical work, dialogues, and workshops as well as process facilitation. 
• Experience working with a variety of stakeholders and partners related to gender equality. 
• Master’s degree in relevant field. 
• English (C1 level - CEFR scale ) 
• French (preferred but not required C1 level – CERF scale) 
• Preferred but not required: Arabic (C2 level - CEFR scale) 

In this position, you 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 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. 

We offer 

• Contract length: Until Jun 30, 2027 
• Band: NME 
• Designation of Duty Station: Tunis 
• Suggested Start date: 03 Aug 2026 

Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for national employees; please refer to  our website . For questions regarding the vacancy please contact  Us . 

Application process 

All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English. Applications sent by email will not be considered. 

Closing date for applications: 23 July 2026 

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