Vacancy at The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) For ICLA Assistant - Community Liaison - 2 slots

Employment Nigeria 24-Jun-2016 MAIDUGURI , NGO

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a non-governmental, humanitarian organization with 60 years of experience in helping to create a safer and more dignified life for refugees and internally displaced people. NRC advocates for the rights of displaced populations and offers assistance within the shelter, emergency food security, and water, sanitation and hygiene sectors.

The Norwegian Refugee Council has approximately 5000 committed and competent employees involved in projects across four continents. In addition, NRC runs one of the world’s largest standby rosters, NORCAP, with 650 professionals, ready to be deployed on 72 hours’ notice when a crisis occurs.

In light of the displacement in the north eastern part of Nigeria, NRC is about to start up an emergency response programme in Nigeria to respond to the humanitarian needs.

In the coming year, the main focus for NRC would be conflict affected populations including IDPs, returnees and the local communities in Borno State. NRC will be starting activities in the area of food security, water and sanitation and shelter sectors. In addition, NRC will continue the Information, Counselling and Legal Assistance (ICLA) programme; this is a protection programme that aims to assist people affected by displacement resolve housing, land and property disputes as well as assisting clients with civil documentation (identify documents, birth certificates etc.) problems.

POSITION : ICLA Assistant - Community Liaison

Slot: 2

Tasks and Responsibilities

Adhere to NRC policies, tools, handbooks and guidelines
Assist in the implementation of all ICLA activities involving community engagement
To establish and strengthen and maintain relations with community stakeholders local leaders and beneficiaries
Support collection of Monitoring and Evaluation information to inform program design
Facilitate community engagement throughout the project cycle

Qualifications

University Degree in Law from a recognized Nigerian University or any relevant social science degree
Must have excellent interpersonal and organisational skills
Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile
Managing resources to optimize results
Strong understanding of the community profile , local cultures, traditional and religious structures
Competency in computer skills (Microsoft Office applications)
Fluency in the local languages of Hausa, Kanuri (Maiduguri), Fulani, Higgy, Bude, Marghi (Adamawa) and Bolewa, karekare, ngzim & bade for Yobe is a must.
Excellent communication skills (Written and Oral)
Evidence of significant involvement with the communities is an added advantage

Personal Qualification

Ability to work under pressure, independently and with limited supervision.
Highest standards of ethics and integrity
Ability to work in insecure environments
Communicating with impact and respect
All employees of the Norwegian Refugee Council should be able to adhere to our Codes of Conduct and the four organizational values: Dedicated, innovative, inclusive and accountable.

We Offer

Commencement: As soon as possible.
Contract period: 31st December 2016 (with possibility of extension).
Salary/benefits: According to NRC’s directions.
Duty station: Maiduguri, Borno State.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidate should submit their application letter and updated CV's to:ng.vacancies@nrc.no The title of the position (ICLA Assistant - Community Liaison - Maiduguri) must be indicated in the subject line of your e-mail.

Note

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Any application received after the deadline will not be considered.
Please note that to apply at NRC is FREE!!!
The Norwegian Refugee Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women are particularly encouraged to apply to this position.

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Vacancy at The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) For ICLA Assistant - Community Liaison - 2 slots

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