MMC Project Coordinator

The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a leading international non-governmental organization dedicated to providing humanitarian assistance and promoting durable solutions for refugees and internally displaced people worldwide.

The Project Coordinator at Danish Refugee Council (DRC) Kenya will be responsible for the comprehensive management and execution of multiple quantitative research projects, collaborating closely with the Data and Research Manager. Key aspects include contributing to project design to align activities with 4Mi goals, preparing detailed donor reports, and supporting the dissemination of project outcomes. The role also involves providing technical oversight to the 4Mi Officer to ensure adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for enumerator supervision and smooth progress in data collection. This is a three-month contract, with potential for extension, based in Nairobi and reporting to the MMC Project Manager. The position is available from November 2026.

1. Contribute to the design of projects to ensure the feasibility of proposed quantitative research.
2. Develop tools for enumerator supervision and tracking to maintain high quality standards in field activities.
3. Oversee enumerator training and ensure training guides are current, comprehensive, and high-quality.
4. Prepare detailed narrative reports for donors, summarizing project activities and outcomes.
5. Monitor data collection expenditures to ensure budget alignment and accurate financial reporting.
6. Provide ongoing technical support to 4Mi Project Officers and Specialists for smooth recruitment, training, and daily monitoring of enumerators.
7. Supervise junior 4Mi team members, ensuring balanced tasks aligned with project timelines and priorities.
8. Facilitate communication among team members, ensuring clarity on roles, tasks, and deadlines.
9. Build strong relationships with DRC colleagues in data collection locations through kick-off meetings and overseeing enumerator contracting and payment processes across East and Southern Africa, Egypt, and Yemen.
10. Supervise MMC partners and consultants conducting data collection in locations where DRC has no direct presence.
11. Design tools to gather feedback from enumerators and DRC field staff, integrating it into data analysis and future project designs.
12. Develop and recommend tailored solutions for challenges encountered during project implementation.
13. Occasionally contribute to the design of qualitative and quantitative questionnaires, conduct fieldwork, and assist with data analysis.
14. Support data analysis and the compilation of research outputs.
15. Assist in disseminating findings through MMC presentations within DRC and other external engagements.
16. Stay informed on the latest mixed migration developments in the region to enhance research relevance and impact.
17. Represent MMC at coordination meetings with DRC teams or humanitarian partners when required.
18. Perform any additional tasks supporting the 4Mi project.

1. Hold a Master’s degree in a relevant field such as research methods, international development, migration studies, or business administration.
2. Possess at least 7 years of experience in data collection, conducting surveys, or other research activities.
3. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of mixed migration issues in the region.
4. Proven ability to be proactive and take initiative when necessary.
5. Outstanding communication skills for interacting with enumerators of various nationalities and language groups.
6. Proficiency in IT systems, including Android-based applications.
7. Exceptional organizational skills.
8. Excellent ability to work with minimal supervision and strong problem-solving skills.
9. Enthusiastic about learning, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
10. Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
11. Sensitivity to issues affecting refugees and migrants in the region.
12. Knowledge of standard best practices related to procurement and code of conduct in an INGO setting.
13. Experience working on migration issues in East/Southern Africa.