MEAL Intern

Job Description

Introduction

The Danish Refugee Council (hereinafter: DRC ) was founded in Denmark in 1956 and has since grown into an international humanitarian organization with over 7,000 staff and 8,000 volunteers. Headquartered in Copenhagen and present in 40 countries, the DRC is a non-governmental, non-profit, politically neutral, independent, and non-denominational aid organization.

The Danish Refugee Council assists refugees and displaced persons worldwide: we provide emergency aid, fight for their rights, and strengthen their opportunities for a better future. We work in areas affected by security crises, as well as along displacement routes and within the countries where refugees settle. In cooperation with local communities, we strive to achieve responsible and sustainable solutions. We work for the successful integration of vulnerable communities and, where possible, to fulfill their wish to return home.

Our vision is a life with dignity for all displaced people around the world. All our efforts are based on our moral compass: humanity, respect, independence, neutrality, participation, honesty, and transparency.

Context

DRC has been present in Burkina Faso since 2013 with 6 field offices (Dori, Kaya, Ouahigouya, Djibo, Gorom-Gorom and Dédougou) and 01 country office in Ouagadougou. It operates mainly in the areas of protection, water, hygiene and sanitation, food security and livelihoods. The organization develops a community approach and seeks, through the implementation of multidisciplinary and cross-border projects, sustainable solutions for populations affected by the security crisis – refugees, internally displaced people, host populations, vulnerable people.

With over one million internally displaced people (IDPs), approximately 30% of whom have been displaced for a year or more, the humanitarian community must constantly consider short-, medium-, and long-term programmatic options. The DRC program in Burkina Faso focuses on community recovery and development using a multisectoral approach.

About the position

The intern will be part of the DRC Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) team. In this role, he/she will be responsible for supporting the implementation of the MEAL department’s activities at the DRC base in Dédougou. Specifically, he/she will be responsible for managing program archives at his/her assigned base, their digitization and electronic archiving.

In the event of a major humanitarian emergency, he/she may be asked to work outside the usual profile of the role and may therefore have to vary his/her working hours.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITY:

Support DRC in the management of Program archives

• Support MEAL Archiving in sorting archives according to the methods and plans previously established with the MEAL Manager
• Support MEAL Archiving in the digital classification of scanned archives
• Assist MEAL Archiving in transferring files to SharePoint Archiving

Participate in MEAL data management activities

• Correctly use project and beneficiary monitoring tools
• Support the MEAL team in preparing and conducting beneficiary verification activities
• Participate in the analysis of data from the assessments carried out (PDM/PIM, MSA)
• Ensure the quality (credibility, completeness and relevance) of monitoring data
• Ensure the implementation and application of norms and standards in terms of data protection

Protection, Do No Harm, Gender Approach and Accountability

• Ensure that the entire team takes into account, applies and respects the principles of protection (cross-functional protection) and Do No Harm in all field activities;
• Ensure that accountability aspects are integrated into the program and that beneficiaries take ownership of the different activities;
• Be part of the DRC accountability mechanism and the management of complaints that may arise from the implementation of projects;
• Integrate gender-sensitive and inclusive approaches into all programs, and ensure that the participation of girls and children with disabilities is promoted appropriately.

Ethics and Compliance

• Manage the resources (material and financial) made available to him for the department’s activities and provide supporting documents on time;
• Comply with and respect all applicable procedures (administrative, financial and logistical) and current conditions as stipulated in the DRC Code of Conduct and the internal regulations governing DRC staff;
• Comply with the DRC Code of Conduct;
• Implement zero tolerance in terms of prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse;
• Respect and ensure compliance with the procedures in force at DRC as well as the requirements of the lessors
• Support management in the performance of all other assigned duties, including interim roles;
• Carry out any other tasks outside of those mentioned above requested by his/her hierarchy and in accordance with his/her area of responsibility.

Code of Conduct (CoC) and Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA)

• Report all allegations and CoC cases in accordance with DRC procedures;
• Report any suspected CoC cases in accordance with the reporting policy;
• Collaborate in the effective implementation of the CoC through awareness raising, inductions and training;
• Apply zero tolerance in relation to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse;
• Promoting protection against sexual exploitation and abuse

National contract conditions

• National law internship contract
• Duration: 3 months
• DRC Classification: STG (Trainee)

ABOUT YOU

EXPERIENCE ET COMPETENCES TECHNIQUES

• Have a diploma of at least Bac+3 in Documentary Sciences, Statistics, Social Sciences, or any other similar field
• Have knowledge in Archive Management, Data Management, Social Science or Project Management;
• Be flexible and able to operate in a hostile environment;
• Be able to travel throughout the country, in areas with high security challenges;
• Good knowledge of office software (Word, Excel) and digital archiving would be an asset;
• Have experience working in a hostile environment or be able to work in these environments;
• Great organizational and precision skills;
• Able to work independently and take initiative;
• High resistance to stress and ability to work at a high pace corresponding to emergencies
• Honesty
• Strong understanding of humanitarian engagement

Education: (including certificates, permits, etc.)

• Diploma in Archiving, Statistics, Social Science, Monitoring and Evaluation

Other : Training in Digital Archiving, Data Management, CHS/Sphere, Project Monitoring and Evaluation

Languages: (indicate level of proficiency)

French

In this position, you must demonstrate the five essential skills of the DRC, namely:

Strive for excellence : You focus on achieving results while ensuring an efficient process. You strive to produce accurate, thorough, and professional work with optimal use of time and effort.

Collaborate : You cooperate with and involve stakeholders, actively seeking their opinions and sharing key information with them. You support and trust others, while encouraging feedback.

Leadership : You take responsibility and prioritize your work based on DRC’s overall vision and goals. You take the initiative when faced with a challenge or opportunity and seek innovative solutions.

Communicate : You write and speak effectively and honestly, adapting your style and tone to the situation. You actively listen to others and engage them in dialogue.

Demonstrate Integrity : You uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to DRC’s values and code of conduct, including protection from sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.

Application Process

If you are interested, you can apply online by going to this site: https://job.drc.ngo/jobs/

Applications can only be made online, on the website indicated above. You must submit your CV (maximum 3 pages) and a cover letter online. Both the CV and cover letter must be in French.

Applications submitted by post, email or physical application will not be considered.

DRC provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination based on race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability. DRC does not discriminate in its recruitment process. Female applicants are strongly encouraged .

For more information about the Danish Refugee Council, please visit the organization’s website at www.drc.ngo .

NB Civil servants wishing to apply are requested to have their up-to-date availability order available.

Applications will close on August 20, 2025 at 23:59 GMT. However, DRC may begin the recruitment process before the end of the posting if an application meets the expectations and requirements of the position.