Duty Station : Yangon

Report to : Director (INGO Forum)

Responsibilities

1. Strategic Humanitarian Coordination Leadership

• Lead the Forum's efforts on coordination of humanitarian response, both internally amongst members and externally with primary interlocutors (OCHA, HCT, UN Agencies, donors, ICVA, etc.)

• Provide technical advice and facilitation to the INGO Forum and its working groups on adapting coordination approaches to the Myanmar context

• Support the Forum's engagement in HCT, clusters, area-based coordination task forces, and informal/local coordination mechanisms

• Strengthen coordination at both national and sub-national levels in collaboration with the Secretariat and programme managers

2. Internal Coordination and Member Support

• Facilitate internal coordination among INGO Forum members, including meetings, information sharing, and development of common positions and key messages

• Compile and circulate vital updates to members through Forum reports

• Build capacity of INGO Forum members and local partners to influence and navigate coordination mechanisms

• Ensure documentation of regular INGO Forum members' meetings and other relevant events (HWS, HCT, HAWG, etc.)

3. External Engagement and Representation

• Lead external coordination with emphasis on UN agencies, local and national organizations to strengthen the INGO Forum's collective voice and positioning

• Represent the INGO Forum in inter-agency meetings (ICCG, HWS, donor meetings, external networks) as agreed with the Director

• Regularly participate in key cluster/working group meetings (protection, cash working group, etc.) and channel information to Forum members

• Enable effective INGO representation in humanitarian coordination/decision-making bodies through HCT/AHCT preparatory meetings and developing common positions

4. Humanitarian Access and Operational Support

• Work with the Forum Director to strengthen work on humanitarian access and bureaucratic/administrative impediments (BAI)

• Develop concise analysis and guidance for Forum members and external stakeholders on BAI, enhanced coordination, INGO safety and security, and humanitarian access

• Support initiatives to improve communication continuity (hardware and systems) and strengthen safety and security capabilities for INGOs

5. Knowledge Management and Learning

• Draft policy briefs, reports, and communication products based on member needs and priorities

• Develop a Myanmar-specific technical note with recommendations on coordination models that strengthen localization and operational delivery

• Ensure key learnings from humanitarian response are extracted from INGO Forum processes and incorporated into policy briefs and key messages

• Document good practices, challenges, and adaptations in Myanmar's coordination landscape

6. Global Coordination and Advocacy

• Produce at least one Myanmar case study/learning paper for inclusion in the global Agile Coordination Initiative knowledge base

• Contribute to global thematic briefs and toolbox products, providing contextual lessons and practical tools

• Represent Myanmar perspectives in cross-country working sessions, regional retreats, and global forums (e.g., IASC Principals meetings, Humanitarian Networks and Partnerships Week)

• Draft or co-author policy and advocacy briefs highlighting Myanmar experiences and linking them to global reform debates

Required Experience and Skills

• Master’s degree in a relevant field (international development, social sciences, political sciences etc).
• Minimum 3 years' work experience in complex and fragile humanitarian environments, particularly in humanitarian coordination, NGO forums, or inter-agency leadership roles
• Strong knowledge of Myanmar's humanitarian and political context with proven ability to navigate sensitive environments. Experience and/or solid understanding of the Myanmar context is essential
• Demonstrated experience in coordination facilitation, policy analysis, and humanitarian system engagement
• Strong coordination background with CSOs, NGOs, INGOs and/or UN agencies
• Strong track record in research, learning, and knowledge product development
• Strong analytical skills and demonstrated ability in writing briefing papers, reports and other information products
• Excellent ability to work within and lead diverse teams, and to provide guidance and support to programme staff in areas of localization and partnerships
• Flexible and able to multi-task and improvise in complex, rapidly changing environments
• Excellent computer literacy; competencies for online presentation and design preferred
• Excellent communication skills in English (written and verbal)
• Knowledge of Myanmar language

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

Conditions

DRC will offer the successful applicant a DRC’s Regular contract including 3-month probation period. Renewable depends on both funding and performance. Salary and conditions will be in accordance with DRC’s Terms of Employment. The position is in Employment Band G-non-management.

Application and CV

Interested? Click the button to apply. Please send your application, in English, not later than 12th March 2025.

CV only applications will not be considered.

(Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and shortlisted candidates may be contacted for interview/an offer made before the advertised closing date.)