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, education, emergency food security, legal assistance, and water, sanitation and hygiene sectors.

In the coming months, the main focus for NRC would be conflict affected populations including IDPs, returnees and the local communities in Borno State. NRC will initially be starting activities in the area of food security, water and sanitation, shelter/NFI sectors.

POSITION : ICLA Coordinator

 
Contract period: 5 Months (with possibility of extension)

Tasks and Responsibilities

Adherence with NRC policies, tools, handbooks and guidelines and procedure
Ensure that projects target beneficiaries most in need of protection, explore and asses new and better ways to assist
Promote the rights of IDPs/returnees in line with the advocacy strategy
Coordinate implementation of ICLA program activities
Provide strategic and operational advice and guidance contributing to programme implementation, development, adjustment or review
Contribute to the development of an effective assessment, monitoring and evaluation system and document findings and recommendations
Provide HLP and Identity and Civil documentation technical input to coordination mechanisms (e.g. cluster coordination) and working groups
Contribute to organisational learning through the provision specific technical analysis, lessons learned and reports
Coordinate and Supervise the ICLA project team and program activities
Supervise the ICLA Project Officers and support recruitment of ICLA project staff
Ensure capacity building of project staff and transfer key skills
Expand and maintain NRC’s network of relevant stakeholders in all operational areas
In consultation and coordination with the Program Development Manager, represent NRC in protection and coordination forums
Coordinate establishment of client(beneficiary) outreach, screening and identification procedures
Support in the establishment and use of case documentation management systems
Support development and strengthening of synergies between all NRC programs
Document obstacles to secure land tenure and identity documentation for IDPs to inform advocacy initiatives
As delegated by the line manager, liaise and collaborate with relevant local and national authorities and stakeholders and represent NRC in relevant forums and working groups.
Document case studies and best practice for facilitating secure land tenure and identity documents for IDPs
Identify and communicate programmatic areas for advocacy initiatives
Support the preparation of funding proposals
Coordinate Preparation of donor reports. GORs and monthly reports on activities and progress
Carry out any other duties as delegated by the Program Development Manager

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree level education, preferably in Law
Minimum 3 years of relevant experience within field of expertise
Technical specific knowledge from the humanitarian sector
Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
Experience in working independently in a results-oriented multi-tasking and multi-cultural environment
Experience in managing staff
Excellent command in Microsoft Applications
Documented technical competences related to the position’s responsibilities
Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
Fluency in English, both written and verbal

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
Panning and delivering results
Empowering and building trust
Proven skills in report writing
Political and cultural awareness
All employees of the Norwegian Refugee Council should be able to adhere to our Code of Conduct and the four organizational values: Dedicated, innovative, inclusive and accountable

Remuneration

According to NRC’s directions

POSITION : Team Leader - Centre for Monitoring and Communications 

Contract period: 5 Months (with possibility of extension)

Tasks and Responsibilities

Ensure adhere to NRC policies, tools, handbooks, guidelines and procedures
Overall supervision of the CMC.
Direct supervision and training of CMC operators.
Cover Communications Operator duties whenever required.
Ensure proper use of CMC equipment.
Ensure that correct communications / radio protocols and procedures are followed.
Ensure that all Standard Operating Procedures for the CMC are followed.
Monitor compliance by CMC users of related SOPs, including Travel Instructions and Maiduguri Field Security Procedures -provide feedback on same to Security Coordinator
Provide technical support to Communications Operators as required.
Assist with preparation of guidelines and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the CMC.
Assess status of the CMC and recommend upgrades as needed
Facilitate the clear and timely flow of appropriate communication within the CMC and to the Security Coordinator and interface departments (eg. Logistics Department)
Conduct daily checks of CMC equipment including communications equipment checks with Field staff – immediate reporting of equipment defects to Security Coordinator
Continuous monitoring of the CMC email address
Carry out any other duties as delegated by the Security Coordinator and Management

Qualifications

Relevant university degree, or other relevant educational background combined with relevant professional experience.
Experience of working in a Communications Centre / Radio Room in a humanitarian context
Knowledge of VHF / HF Radio Protocols and Procedures
Previous experience of working in complex and volatile contexts
Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
Fluency in English, both written and verbal
Knowledge of Hausa and Kanuri languages (minimum)
Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile
Empowering and building trust
Managing performance and development
Experience with start-up Monitoring and Communications projects

Personal Qualifications

Ability to work under pressure, independently and with limited supervision.
Highest standards of ethics and integrity
Handling 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
Planning and delivering results

Remuneration

According to NRC’s directions

How To Apply

Interested and qualified candidate should submit their Application letter, copy of a valid means of national identification (Passport, Driver’s license, National Identity card or voter’s card) and updated CV to the following e-mail address: ng.vacancies@nrc.no The title of the position ( ICLA Coordinator - Maiduguri) must be indicated in the subject line of your e-mail.

Note

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Please note that to apply at NRC is FREE!!!
NRC does not ask for money or any form of favour for submission of application or employment.
Women are particularly encouraged to apply to this position.