Technical Assistance Facility Coordinator and Operations Co-Lead, Refugee Investment Facility

Region: Roving/Global

Contract type: National

Published: Oct 2, 2026

Closing date: Nov 1, 2026

Note: Candidates must have the right to work in Kenya to be based in Nairobi. This is an unaccompanied position

The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a leading international humanitarian organization, dedicated to assisting and protecting refugees, internally displaced persons (IDPs), and other displacement-affected communities. DRC is increasingly using innovative, private-sector-driven approaches to contribute to change in situations of protracted displacement. The Refugee Investment Facility (RIF) is DRC's impact investing initiative, developed in collaboration with a specialist impact-investment partner, which combines impact-linked financing with tailored technical assistance (TA) to support high-impact enterprises that create jobs, expand financial inclusion, and improve access to goods and services for refugees and host communities.

About the job

The RIF Technical Assistance Facility (TAF) Coordinator and Operations Co-Lead assumes overall responsibility for the successful implementation of the RIF TAF and supports the Project Manager and Operations Lead in providing operational support to RIF country teams.

Design & Coordination of the TAF:

• Maintains and refines the TAF concept, combining the RIF’s unique approach with industry standards for TA to Small to Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in fragile contexts.
• Establishes and maintains a well-functioning and efficient TA design mechanism that connects with and supports the main RIF deal flow.
• Establishes and maintains an efficient TA budget allocation and procurement mechanism that supports the RIF deployment schedule.
• Oversees overall delivery of TA across the portfolio, including quality assurance of TA proposals and troubleshooting during implementation.

Program Implementation & Technical Leadership:

• Provides ongoing direct support and advice to RIF Country Coordinators in designing and delivering TA packages for RIF investees, including support with submissions to the RIF TA Committee.
• Leads the development of sector-specific TA packages in line with industry standards in TA design and delivery for SMEs in fragile context, and sector specific TA standards applicable to the RIF.
• Conducts regular mapping of and maintains linkages with local TA service providers at the country level.
• Contributes to the effective sourcing and deployment of RIF investments including technical backstopping to select country offices and transactions as needed.
• Coordinates the RIF’s TA Committee, including convening the committee and follow up actions.

Representation & Advocacy:

• Represents the RIF in relevant fora and ensures learning on good practice for the RIF TAF.
• Supports fundraising for the RIF TAF by identifying specific TA opportunities and leads proposal writing for the RIF TAF.

Reporting & Communication:

• Establishes and maintains an effective TAF monitoring and reporting system in line with the RIF MEAL approach.
• Contributes TA results to narrative and donor reporting and supports the RIF Project Manager and Operations Lead with internal and external reporting.

About you

To be successful in this role we expect you to bring at least five years of relevant experience, for example in SME development and technical assistance, social impact or private-sector-focused financing, or the management of grant-making facilities, along with a strong understanding of the dynamics shaping humanitarian needs in contexts affected by forced displacement. You are a skilled relationship-builder who works effectively with internal teams and external partners and you are comfortable moving flexibly between strategic design, hands-on delivery, and budget and operational management. You also bring excellent communication skills, including the ability to present complex information in an accessible way.

Required

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience, including one or more of the following fields: SME development and technical assistance; social impact financing initiatives with a private sector focus; management of grant making facilities; program management in the humanitarian or development sphere.
• Understanding of the dynamics shaping humanitarian needs and development challenges in contexts affected by forced displacement.

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to establish, maintain and develop lasting and productive relationships within DRC and with external stakeholders at both technical and senior management/executive levels.
• Ability to step into a variety of functions depending on the opportunity and challenge.

• Ability to present complex data in an accessible format and use a variety of platforms and tools to manage and share information, draft documentation and reporting.

All employees are expected to demonstrate DRC’s five core competencies:

Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.

Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.

Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.

Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.

Demonstrating integrity: You uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to our values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.

We offer

Contract length: 2 years

Workplace: Lyngbyvej 100, 2100 Copenhagen Ø, just by Ryparken station or Nairobi, Kenya contingent upon the applicant’s existing right to work in Kenya, or Kampala, Uganda.

Band: G

Start date: As soon as possible

The position is temporary as it is project funded.

This is a national position for which local terms and conditions apply. If the position is based in Denmark, salary and conditions will be in accordance with the agreement between DRC and AC at “fuldmægtig” level. If the position is based in Kenya, salary and conditions will be in accordance with DRC’s terms and conditions for national employees in Kenya. If the position is based in Uganda, salary and conditions will be in accordance with DRC’s terms and conditions for national employees in Uganda or on expatriate terms. This is an unaccompanied position.

We welcome all nationalities to apply for the role. If you do not have the existing right to work in Denmark or Uganda, DRC will support with applying and paying for a work permit. Please note that in order to be based in Kenya requires existing right to work in the country.
Application process

All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV in English (no longer than four pages) as well as degree certificate. Applications sent by email will not be considered.

Closing date for applications: 1 November 2026. Due to the urgency in filling the role, we will conduct interviews on a rolling basis so we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

Further information

For questions regarding the vacancy please contact Letty Wheeler ([email protected]).

For more information about the Danish Refugee Council, please visit our website drc.ngo.

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.