The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is an independent, humanitarian, non-profit, non-governmental organisation. We provide assistance, protection and durable solutions to refugees and internally displaced persons worldwide.
What is NRC?
NRC promotes and protects the rights of refugees and people who have been displaced within their own country. We take action during situtations of armed conflict, and engage in other contextes where our competences will add value.
The majority of our 5000 staff members are national employees in NRC’s projects in around 25 countries worldwide. All our projects are supervised by the NRC Head Office in Oslo.
NRC was established in 1946 under the name Aid to Europe, to assist refugees in Europe after World War II. Today NRC is organised as an independent, private foundation. We cooperate closely with the UN and other humanitarian organisations, around the world as well as in Norway.
What does NRC do?
Programme Activities:
NRC’s main activity is the deliverance of humanitarian aid through programme activities in the field. NRC specialises in five programme areas, or core competences – Shelter, Food Security, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH), Education, and Information Counselling and Legal Aid (ICLA). The core competences are adaptive to different contexts and mutually reinforcing.Job Description
All NRC employees are expected to work in accordance with the organization’s values. To be dedicated, innovative, inclusive and accountable are attitudes and beliefs that shall guide our actions and relationships. NRC has a commitment to safety and wellbeing and together we build a positive working culture to feel valued, empowered, supported, safe and have a sense of belonging. NRC does not tolerate employees exploiting or abusing people and has zero tolerance to inaction.
What we are looking for
The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is seeking a highly qualified, resilient, and dynamic professional to take up the role of INGO Forum Director for Maiduguri, Nigeria. The purpose of the role is to support the forum and its members that offer humanitarian and development aid, and peacebuilding, in Borno, Adamawa and Yobe states by facilitating information exchange, coordination, and advocacy. They will bridge the coordination between Abuja and northeast response to ensure accurate representation and effective decision making. Depending on the needs of the forum, the Deputy Director INGO may be requested to support the forum and its members in Abuja and other locations.
What you will do
Proactive agenda setting; facilitating a space for INGO-INGO collaboration; enabling sharing of information and analysis for effective decision-making.
High level representation of INGO interests in external meetings and planning efforts nationally; and strategically guide and encourage common advocacy and policy engagement.
Manages the Admin & Liaison Technical Officer ensuring that their activities support the overall objectives of NIF in the North East
Depending on office arrangements with host INGOs, the DD may be required to provide strategic and day-to-day management of the northwest office (personnel, budget, security, etc.)
Ensures compliance with host agency procedures for the operation of NIF’s northeast office
Supports the Director in budgeting, budget management, grant management and accountability
Be responsive to staff, ready to support them as needed, an advocate for staff well-being
Able to appreciate political necessity and delicate policy issues in humanitarian access and the application of principles to programming.
Deputise for the Forum Director, when required
What you will bring
Advanced degree in relevant field or undergraduate degree with significant field experience.
5-7 years of experience in humanitarian /development aid, preferably within complex emergencies and/or access-constrained/insecure areas.
Demonstratable knowledge of key thematic areas including access, humanitarian principles, community participation
Proven ability to build relationships and facilitate dialogue among diverse stakeholders.
Fluency in English, both written and spoken with strong writing and editing skills.
Knowledge of French is an added value.
Excellent writing, editing, and analytical abilities.
Ability to work independently in fast-paced environments.
Ability to present and represent collective views to various stakeholders.
Prior experience with INGO consortia/forums is desirable.
Experience influencing policy change and practice is desirable.
Knowledge of the Nigeria context or previous experience working in Nigeria or West Africa
Experience in administration and coordination of coalition or secretariat functions a plus.
Strong communication, inter-personal, facilitation and diplomatic skills.
What we offer
Duty station: Maiduguri Borno State, Nigeria
Contract: fixed national contract (Nigeria nationals only), 12 months renewable
Travel: 60% (field and capital)
Salary/benefits: grade 10 on NRC’s salary scale, with accompanying terms and conditions
NRC is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to diversity without distinction to age, gender, religion, ethnicity, nationality, and physical ability.
We think outside the box, encourage ideas, and give responsibility to all employees at all levels. You will have many opportunities to be heard and take the initiative.