Economic Recovery Intern (2 Positions)
Danish Refugee Council / Dansk Flygtningehjælp · At Turbah, Al Hudaydah Governorate, Yemen
- On site
- Internship
- $20,000 / year
- At Turbah, Al Hudaydah Governorate, Yemen
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Job highlights
- Support economic recovery activities in Yemen.
- Engage with communities and collect vital data.
- Assist in training and livelihood program support.
- Gain experience in humanitarian field operations.
- Opportunity for recent graduates in humanitarian sector.
About the role
About The Role
Overall purpose of the role: Provide supervised field and administrative support for KFW and EU Economic Recovery activities, including community engagement, registration/verification, assessments, training support, data entry, documentation and follow-up. Learn DRC/donor procedures through coaching and gradually perform basic assistant-level tasks without approval, budget-holding, cash-handling or final beneficiary-selection authority.
Main responsibilities:
- Support implementation of KFW and EU Economic Recovery activities according to approved workplans, SOPs and tools under close supervision.
- Assist in community entry, sensitisation, beneficiary registration, verification, needs assessments, market assessments, CBPP/NRM consultations and feedback collection.
- Support trainings and livelihood activities, including life skills, business skills, vocational training, agriculture/post-harvest, SRFF, women groups, WUCs, biogas and business follow-up.
- Prepare/check field documentation and support Kobo/Excel data entry, cleaning, uploading and archiving for beneficiary, training, distribution and monitoring records.
- Support field monitoring, coaching visits and beneficiary communication, and escalate protection, access, quality or implementation issues immediately.
- Assist coordination with local authorities, community committees, women representatives, BCHR/NMO, service providers and relevant DRC teams.
- Apply DRC Code of Conduct, PSEAH, safeguarding, data protection, AAP, do-no-harm and safe referral principles, and follow safety instructions.
Experience and technical competencies:
- Fresh graduate or early-career candidate from Al Turbah / Al Shamayatien or nearby targeted areas.
- Graduation year should not be more than three years before the application date.
- No previous formal humanitarian experience is required; volunteering, community work, data collection or field support is an advantage.
- Highly motivated, disciplined, willing to learn and enthusiastic about humanitarian work and women economic empowerment.
- Basic understanding of the local context and culturally appropriate communication with women and community members.
- Basic computer skills are required, especially MS Word, Excel, email and smartphone/Kobo data collection; basic English is preferred.
- Able to carry out field visits to targeted communities, respect confidentiality and maintain professional boundaries with beneficiaries and partners.
Education:
High school certificate is required as a minimum. Bachelor’s degree is preferred, particularly in civil engineering, agriculture, water/environment, business administration, social sciences, IT or related fields; other fields are accepted.
Languages:
Arabic – fluent, with strong understanding of the local accent. English – basic is preferred.
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.
We Offer.
- Contract length: December 31, 2026
- Position Band: This position will be placed in the non-management band. Reports to the Recovery Team Leader
- Start date: ASAP
- Duty station: Al Turbah - Yemen
- Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s National Terms of Employment.
Application process
All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English. Applications sent by email will not be considered. Female candidates are encouraged to apply. Closing date for applications: July 16, 2026, recruitment process is planned to start in maximum 2 weeks after the closing date. For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website drc.ngo.
Key skills/competency
- Economic Recovery Intern
- Community Engagement
- Data Entry
- Needs Assessments
- Training Support
- Documentation
- Field Monitoring
- Coordination
- Protection Principles
- Local Context Understanding
Skills & topics
- Economic Recovery
- Humanitarian Aid
- Internship
- Community Engagement
- Data Entry
- Needs Assessment
- Field Support
- Yemen
- Danish Refugee Council
- NGO
How to get hired
- Tailor your CV and cover letter: Highlight relevant volunteer work, community engagement, or data collection experience. Emphasize your motivation for humanitarian work and women's empowerment.
- Showcase your local context understanding: Demonstrate your ability to communicate effectively and culturally appropriately with community members, especially women.
- Highlight computer skills: Explicitly mention your proficiency in MS Word, Excel, email, and smartphone/Kobo data collection tools.
- Express enthusiasm for learning: Convey your willingness to learn DRC/donor procedures and gradually take on assistant-level responsibilities.
- Follow application instructions carefully: Ensure your application is submitted correctly through the designated portal with both a cover letter and CV, avoiding email submissions.
Technical preparation
Practice data entry in Excel and Kobo.,Familiarize with MS Word for documentation.,Understand basic smartphone data collection.,Review humanitarian assessment methodologies.
Behavioral questions
Describe a time you worked with diverse community members.,How do you handle confidential information ethically?,Explain your motivation for humanitarian work.,How do you manage your time on multiple tasks?
Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary focus of the Economic Recovery Intern role at Danish Refugee Council?
- The Economic Recovery Intern provides supervised field and administrative support for KFW and EU Economic Recovery activities, focusing on community engagement, data collection, and assisting with various livelihood and training programs in Yemen.
- What qualifications are essential for the Economic Recovery Intern position at DRC?
- A high school certificate is required, with a Bachelor's degree preferred in fields like engineering, agriculture, business, social sciences, or IT. Basic computer skills (MS Word, Excel, email, Kobo) and fluent Arabic are essential; basic English is preferred.
- Is previous humanitarian experience mandatory for the Economic Recovery Intern role?
- No, previous formal humanitarian experience is not required. However, volunteering, community work, data collection, or field support experience is considered an advantage for this intern position.
- What is the expected duration and location for the Economic Recovery Intern position?
- The contract is expected to last until December 31, 2026, and the duty station for this position is Al Turbah, Yemen.
- How should I apply for the Economic Recovery Intern position at Danish Refugee Council?
- You must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (max four pages) in English through the application portal. Applications sent by email will not be considered.
- Does Danish Refugee Council encourage applications from female candidates for the Economic Recovery Intern role?
- Yes, female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for the Economic Recovery Intern position.
- What core competencies are expected of all DRC staff, including the Economic Recovery Intern?
- All DRC staff are expected to demonstrate striving for excellence, collaboration, taking the lead, effective communication, and demonstrating integrity in line with DRC's values and Code of Conduct.
- What is the salary and employment type for the Economic Recovery Intern role?
- Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s National Terms of Employment. This is typically a full-time position for the contract duration.