Global Emergency Advisor

Join us in our exciting and diverse mission to strengthen Emergency Response in DRC globally. You will get to engage across country operations for emergency preparedness and response to ensure survival and recovery for people affected by displacement.

Who are we?

The Emergency Unit which is part of the Strategy, Programme and Learning Department in HQ is responsible for leading DRC’s approach to emergency preparedness and response, through strategy, policies and emergency focused support. The Unit’s goal is to ensure that the organization is prepared to provide timely, relevant, principled and quality assistance at scale during an acute crisis. The Emergency unit will also facilitate the transition from immediate life-saving support for affected populations in emergencies to long-term solutions in coordination with relevant departments, which is core to DRC's response framework. and transition affected populations from emergency contexts along DRC’s response framework.

About the job

This role will strengthen and support the implementation of DRC’s emergency response through 1) roll out and adaptation of new global policy, guidelines, and tools under DRC’s emergency framework 2) direct support to CO in emergency responses through technical advice, coordination, and monitoring, c) capacity development of DRC and partner colleagues on emergency response, d) engagement, thought leadership, coordination and development in technical support across humanitarian programming and advocacy. The role focuses on:

• Providing high level strategic support, advice, facilitation and monitoring of declared emergency responses and preparedness within DRC country programs delivered directly or indirectly according to DRC processes and structures
• Support adaptation of policy, guidelines, and tools, contributing to DRC’s emergency frameworks, and relevant guidelines and tools in line with DRC global strategy and initiatives within the humanitarian sphere
• Support country operations on the DRC Watch List as part of the EPP approach and facilitate and support the EPP process, often in coordination with Anticipatory Action colleagues

About you

To be successful in this role we expect you to have solid experience with principled humanitarian emergency response across multiple contexts and be highly motivated to make a difference for the people affected by acute emergencies. You will be able to work well as a team and support others remotely and flexibly.

All employees should master DRC's core competencies: Communicating, Taking the lead, Collaborating, Striving for excellence and Demonstrating integrity.

Moreover, we also expect the following:

• At least 6 years experience designing or implementing emergency programming at response or country level
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in relevant field of study
• Experience within the international humanitarian sector, covering both implementation and strategic/management roles at country level
• Experience designing and delivering emergency response and humanitarian engagement with partners
• Previous experience at an NGO HQ level is advantageous
• Experience with DRC core sectors
• Experience operating within an INGO with strong operational procedures and compliance requirements
• Ability to plan, co-ordinate, and lead processes that include multiple stakeholders and interests
• Strong understanding and application of humanitarian principles and core humanitarian standards
• Excellent communication skills and intercultural competencies
• Fluent in French and English

We offer

Contract length: 2 years (with possible extension)

Work place:  DRC Headquarters Borgergade 10, Copenhagen. From 1st October 2025 Danish Refugee Council’s headquarters in Copenhagen will move to Lyngbyvej 100, 2100 Østerbro, just by Ryparken stationStart date: Earliest possible

Salary and conditions will be in accordance with the agreement between DRC and AC at “fuldmægtig” level. This is a national position for which local terms and conditions apply.

Application process

All applicants must send a cover letter and an updated CV in English.

Closing date for applications: 22nd July 2025. Due to the urgency in filling this role, we will conduct interviews on a running basis.

Danish Refugee Council is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and positive work environment based on mutual respect for all employees. All applicants are considered for employment regardless of personal characteristics or attributes.

Further information

For questions regarding the vacancy please contact stephanie.lord@drc.ngo

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