Economic Recovery Intern

Who are we?

The Danish Refugee Council assists refugees and internally displaced persons across the globe: we provide emergency aid, fight for their rights, and strengthen their opportunity for a brighter future. We work in conflict-affected areas, along the displacement routes, and in the countries where refugees settle. In cooperation with local communities, we strive for responsible and sustainable solutions. We work toward successful integration and – whenever possible – for the fulfillment of the wish to return home.

The Danish Refugee Council was founded in Denmark in 1956, and has since grown to become an international humanitarian organization with more than 6500 staff. Our vision is a dignified life for all displaced.

All of our efforts are based on our value compass: humanity, respect, independence and neutrality, participation, and honesty and transparency.

About the role

Overall purpose of the role:

Provide supervised administrative, documentation, data management and coordination support for EU, ECHO and KfW I & II Economic Recovery projects in Aden Governorate. Support accurate filing, beneficiary documentation, training and distribution records, data entry, meeting minutes, trackers, archiving and follow-up actions, as will as assisting field activities under supervision in Lahj Gov.

Main responsibilities:

• Support implementation of EU , ECHO and KFW I & II in Lahj Gov.
• Assist in community mobilization, monitoring business skills training, vocational training and grants distributions.
• Support trainings and livelihood activities, including life skills, business skills, vocational training, agriculture/post-harvest, SRFF, women groups, WUCs, biogas and business follow-up.
• Prepare/check field documentation and support Kobo/Excel data entry, cleaning, uploading and archiving for beneficiary, training, distribution and monitoring records.
• Support field monitoring, coaching visits and beneficiary communication, and escalate protection, access, quality or implementation issues immediately.
• Support in CCY cash projects registration and distributions.
• Support in accurate filing, beneficiary documentation, training and distribution records, data entry for the ongoing projects.
• Assist coordination with local authorities, community committees, women representatives, implementing partners, service providers, and relevant DRC departments.
• Apply DRC Code of Conduct, PSEAH, safeguarding, data protection, AAP, do-no-harm and safe referral principles, and follow safety instructions.

Experience and technical competencies:

• Fresh graduate or early-career candidate.
• Graduation year should not be more than three years before the application date.
• No previous formal humanitarian experience is required; volunteering, community work, data collection or field support is an advantage.
• Highly motivated, disciplined, willing to learn and enthusiastic about humanitarian work and women economic empowerment.
• Basic understanding of the local context and culturally appropriate communication with women and community members.
• Basic computer skills are required, especially MS Word, Excel, email and smartphone/Kobo data collection; basic English is preferred.
• Able to carry out field visits to targeted villages Aden, respect confidentiality and maintain professional boundaries with beneficiaries and partners.

Education : (include certificates, licenses etc.)

• High school certificate is required as a minimum.
• Bachelor’s degree is preferred, particularly in civil engineering, agriculture, water/environment, business administration, social sciences, IT or related fields; other fields are accepted.

Languages: (indicate fluency level)

• Arabic – fluent, with strong understanding of the local accent.
• English – basic is preferred.

All DRC roles require the post-holder to master DRC’s core competencies:

• Striving for excellence : Focusing on reaching results while ensuring efficient processes.
•   Collaborating : Involving relevant parties and encouraging feedback.
• Taking the lead : Taking ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
• Communicating : Listening and speaking effectively and honestly.
• Demonstrating integrity : Upholding and promoting 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.

Contract length: December 31, 2026

Position Band: This position will be placed in the non-management band. Reports to the Recovery Team Leader

Start date: ASAP

Duty station: Aden- Yemen

Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s National Terms of Employment.
 

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.

Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Closing date for applications: July 16, 2026, recruitment process is planned to start in maximum 2 weeks after the closing date.

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