STRATEGIC DIRECTION AND QUALITY:

• Develop and update the DRC HDP strategy for Syria linked with the overall strategy development process
• Define and roll-out of HDP localization processes, including identifying and facilitating capacity-sharing and strengthening support to local and national humanitarian mine actors, including the NMAC or equivalent
• Define and oversee DRC support to national institutions and authorities to promote national ownership and enhance their capacity to effectively lead and manage mine action functions and responsibilities, including oversight of technical advisors or consultants as relevant.
• Coordination with other DRC Syria sectors on cross-sector programme planning and implementation (Economic Recovery, Protection, WASH-Shelter and Infrastructure), in close collaboration with the Head of Programmes and other Sector Leads, to integrate (when relevant) Humanitarian Mine Action with other activities to achieve more impact for affected communities.
• Team guidance and oversight with respect to HDP programme development and leading on roll out of programming focused on conflict sensitive programme adaptation.
• Guidance and input to development of HDP country-level sector strategies
• In close collaboration with the MEAL Manager and the Head of Programme, provide technical inputs and support to the development of outcome monitoring, baseline, and endline tools to enhance understanding of the impact of HDP programming

PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT

• The Head of HDP will report to the DRC Syria Country Director and have the overall responsibility of DRC’s HDP portfolio in Syria, including planning, implementation, financial management and monitoring.
• Oversight of project management functions for HMA, including budget follow up, procurement planning and tracking
• Oversight and coordination of HDP related project deliverables, and project management
• Input into donor and internal reporting relevant to HDP grants and projects

FUNDRAISING & GRANTS MANAGEMENT

• Development of concept notes and project proposals relevant to HDP, including contribution to multi-sector project proposals
• Internal focal point for all fundraising and donor engagement on HDP programming, in close collaboration with the Country Director and the Grants and Partnerships Manager.

EXTERNAL REPRESENTATION & ADVOCACY

• In close coordination with the DRC Head of Programme, and the HDP unit in Copenhagen, the Head of HDP will support the Country Director in donor liaison and representation on HDP
• Liaison and representation with national authorities and UN coordinating agencies under the guidance of the Country Director and in coordination with DRC Syria SMT, including the Ministry of Disaster and Emergency Management, and, as relevant, local authorities and sub-national UN coordinating agencies.
• Represent DRC in policy, advocacy, and coordination forums, including but not limited to the Mine Actor Area of Responsibility (AoR). Includes representation of DRC on issues relating to conflict sensitivity across the humanitarian sector in Syria.
• Technical input and review of advocacy and communications briefing notes and materials relevant to HDP in close collaboration with the Advocacy Coordinator.
• Roles include coordination of HDP teams and with support units of DRC Syria (HR, Supply Chain, Finance) to deliver and implement in line with DRC procedures. Monitoring outputs and guidance to Operations Manager regarding work planning and course correction.

OPERATIONAL OVERSIGHT

• With support from the HMA Operations Manager, the Head of HDP will ensure that operational planning for Battle Area Clearance (BAC), Manual Mine Clearance, Technical and Non-Technical Teams, Community Liaison, and Explosive Ordnance Risk Education are carried out and will maintain a Quality Management (QM) structure that includes monitoring the impact of DRC programming as well as productivity (outputs) and adherence to operational Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and National Mine Action Standards in the field. The Head of HDP will ensure that quality reporting is delivered to the National Mine Action Authority and DRC’s Headquarters Office in a timely manner in close collaboration with the HDP Operations Manager, Grants Manager, and the HDP Unit in Copenhagen.
• Programme lead for ensuring safety and compliance standards across HDP programming in Syria.
• Support the CD, HoSS, and Area Manager to guide the establishment efficient Area Office structures that define the responsibilities and accountabilities of the Technical Field Manager and the Area Manager

PEOPLE MANAGEMENT

• Manage DRC’s HDP programme staff, including people planning, development, capacity building and performance appraisal
• Team guidance and oversight of HDP team in Syria, including direct management of the Operations Manager and IM Officer, with potential of additional staff as the portfolio grows (including Peacebuilding Coordinator or Manager).
• Development of national capacity building and nationalization plans for key roles within the HDP program