Global Access Advisor
The role will require working closely with colleagues across departments to continue developing an integrated approach to humanitarian access and engagement. About the job The job is part of the Response Framework section, housed under the Emergency Response team but equally supporting the Solutions team.
Your main duties and responsibilities will be: Lead the development, dissemination, training and application of country-oriented tools, policies, techniques and guidelines to gain and sustain humanitarian access in areas affected by displacement.
Coordinate closely with country programs, HQ hubs and HQ departments to provide technical support including developing access strategies and providing expert advice and guidance on access related topics such as humanitarian negotiation, civil-military coordination and engagement with armed groups etc.
Deliver and design capacity building packages and facilitate the global community of practice Provide support to monitor access trends at a global and country level, including bureaucratic impediments and other access barriers, and offer mitigation or solutions based approaches to risks.
Engage with other teams and departments in order to ensure holistic and principled approach to humanitarian and solutions outcomes including Safety and Security, Standards and Operational Support (SOS), Sectors and Response Framework. About you To be successful in this role we expect you to have extensive experience working in humanitarian contexts across multiple contexts and countries, working with colleagues from different backgrounds and different functions.
Moreover, we also expect the following: Required 5-7 years working in humanitarian contexts, including multi-dimensional contexts where aid, politics and security intersect. Direct experience working to address humanitarian access constraints including leading humanitarian access strategies.
Experience of capacity building of colleagues and peers in a multinational staff setting. Experience negotiating humanitarian access or designing humanitarian negotiations and engagement University degree in relevant discipline Desirable Experience working in or closely with humanitarian coordination structures.
Experience in external representation including in forums and coordination groups All employees are expected to demonstrate DRC’ 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: Permanent Work location: Lyngbyvej 100, 2100 Copenhagen Ø, just by Ryparken station Start date: 22nd June Salary and conditions will be in accordance with the agreement between DRC and AC. The position is at “fuldmægtig” level.
This is a national position for which local terms and conditions apply. We welcome all nationalities to apply for the role. If you do not have the existing right to work in Denmark, DRC will support with applying and paying for a work permit. 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: 10th May. We expect to conduct interviews 18th May online. Further information For questions regarding the vacancy please contact emergencytraining@drc.ngo We will do our best to respond to as many inquiries as possible.
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. DRC as an employer By working in DRC, you will be joining a global workforce of around 6000 employees in approximately 30 countries. We pride ourselves on our: Professionalism, impact & expertise Humanitarian approach & the work we do Purpose, meaningfulness & own contribution Culture, values & strong leadership Fair compensation & continuous development DRC’s capacity to ensure the protection of and assistance to refugees, IDP’s and other persons of concern depends on the ability of our staff to uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.
DRC conducts thorough and comprehensive background checks as part of the recruitment process. If you have questions or are facing problems with the online application process, please visit drc.ngo/jobsupport. Danish Refugee Council is an equal opportunity employer and we consider all applicants based on individual merit and qualifications, regardless of personal characteristics or attributes.We are committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce, aiming for a 50% balance of men and women in management roles and ensuring that at least 50% of management roles are filled by national staff. We recognize that a diverse and inclusive team is crucial for achieving our organizational goals and making a positive impact on the communities we serve.
Tip a friend   Print APPLY FOR POSITION Application due: 5/10/2026 Workplace: Copenhagen Department/Country: Strategy, Programming & Results (HQ) Contract type: National contract Homepage: drc.ngo ABOUT DRC Founded in 1956, DRC Danish Refugee Council is Denmark’s largest, and a leading international NGO.
We have continuously been ranked as one of the best NGOs in the world - and are one of the few with a specific expertise in forced displacement. In around 30 countries, we protect, advocate and build sustainable futures for refugees and other displacement-affected people and communities.