Role and responsibilities
Representing to all appropriate authorities and acting in all official work concerning the Norwegian Refugee Council in Maiduguri, Nigeria
Establishing a good working environment based on the NRC values
Coordinating all area level programme and operational activities
Conducting regular field missions to monitor project implementation
Lead the area Grants management (GOM, GR and GEM) with the coordination and technical support of the Grants Manager (GM).
Identify, initiate and follow up on advocacy issues at area level in close coordination with the Advocacy Manager and Country Director.
Ensuring support functions are managed according to NRC policies
Ensuring legally binding financial contracts and payments at area level are made as per the threshold limit stipulated on the authorization table.
In collaboration with the Health Safety & Security (HSS) Manager, ensure that the Security Plan for the area is updated regularly
Reporting to the Country Director any violations of NRC’s Personnel policies and Code of Conduct
Ensuring that NRC staff adheres to NRC s security rules and guidelines
Ensuring quality documentation of all NRC activities at area level
Undertaking Official correspondence at area level.
Through close monitoring of the context, develop approaches and activities ensuring promotion of the Do No Harm principle
Competencies
Minimum 5 years of experience in a senior management level position in a humanitarian / recovery context
Experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
Technical expertise in Protection, Shelter, WASH or Food Security will be a distinct advantage
Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
Knowledge on own leadership skills
Fluency in English, both written and verbal
Knowledge of the context in Nigeria
Experience with rapidly growing programmes
Behavioural competenices in : - Managing resources to optimize results; Managing performance and development; Empowering and building trust;
Handling insecure environments
Publication closing May 23rd 2022
What We Offer
Female candidates are strongly encouraged to join our work culture that empowers every employee to share ideas and take responsibility : At NRC we think outside the box.
We encourage ideas and give responsibility to all employees at all levels, to help solve the complex issues that we face.
You will have many opportunities to be heard and take the initiative
12 months fixed term contract with possibility of extension
Grade 10 in NRC's grade structure
An opportunity to match your career to a compelling cause
A chance to meet and work with people who are the best in their fields
Internal candidates are encouraged to apply but we are also open to external applicants who can show a commitment to NRC and being part of a challenging, but important mission to make a difference.
To apply as an internal candidate, click on the suitcase icon I am an employee on the top right of the page to be redirected to NRC’s internal career site
Apply by completing all the system required fields of your experience in your application
