Job Description:
Implement NRC’s systems and procedures at area level
Ensure adherence to NRC policies, handbooks, guidelines and donor requirements
Prepare and submit reports and analysis
Ensure proper filing of all support documents
Support line managers in procedures and require support team trainings
Management of finance team
Ensure that the accounting, monitoring and reporting are according to procedures
Support project staff in financial matters
Maintain budget control and monitor cash flow for the area
Coordinate the financial aspects of the Consortium in Kenya country office
Ensure proper financial and accounting system with strong internal control systems are place.
Consolidate financial reports, fund requests and budget amendments in a timely manner for the consortium
Review and monitor budgets for all consortium partners to support financial stability, efficiency and value for money.
Be the focal point for the DFID project budget preparation and budget revisions and occasionally participate in any such meetings to foster compliance and to address any financial issues.
Ensure that all procurements, payments and other transactions are in line with donor financial guidelines, rules and regulations for procurement, accounting and reporting
Coordinate the consortium project audits as per the donor requirements.
Qualifications for the Finance Coordinator Jobs:
University degree in Accounting and Finance
Certified Public Accountant (CPA II), or equivalent
3 years’ experience from working as a Finance Coordinator in a humanitarian/recovery context
Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
Fluency in English, both written and verbal
Solid knowledge of computer software and modern accounting systems
Practical experience of working with consortiums
Excellent working knowledge of Excel and standard accounting packages
Excellent project management, accounting and financial analysis
Knowledge of the context in country
Education field: Finance / Economics
Education level: Academy college / University
Personal Qualities:
Managing resources to optimize results
Managing performance and development
Analyzing
Handling insecure environments
Empowering and building trust
Language: English
Contract period is up to December 2017 with possibility of extension. Salary/benefits: According to NRC’s general directions, The candidate will observe NRC’s code of conduct and working hours for the NRC Office in Nairobi.
Website: Website https://www.nrc.no/
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Finance Coordinator
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Finance Officer
The Finance Officer- Risk and Compliance provides support in ensuring that NRC Kenya Mission consistently complies with all the legal regulations, financial requirements and humanitarian standards set by NRC and its donor partners, while ensuring that the Country Office has effective governance, risk management and control system are in place.
The Finance Officer will report to the Country Director.
Job description
Implement NRC’s systems and procedures at area level
Ensure adherence to NRC policies, handbooks, guidelines and donor requirements
Prepare and submit reports and analysis
Support line managers in procedures and require support team trainings
Ensure that the accounting, monitoring and reporting are according to procedures
6Support project staff in financial matters
Ensure development and implementation of administrative systems and procedures
Review organizational risk management strategies to assure the management that risk is adequately managed
Quality Assurance and Audit
Design and deliver the training action plans informed by audit reports and financial reviews.
Undertake regular systems review and conduct follow up on the job training for NRC offices
Review all NRC Kenya monthly financial vouchers and provide a report for completeness and compliance with the NRC Kenya mission policies, plans and procedures.
Ascertain the extent of compliance with the NRC Kenya mission policies, plans and procedures.
Provide internal review reports, which highlight internal controls weaknesses and include recommendations for appropriate action.
Assist management in updating operations manual to ensure adequate internal controls and internal checks.
Identify any areas of risk exposure to the mission, discuss with Finance Manager and Country Director and address the risks identified.
Act as the focal point for external audits, provide necessary documents required and responding to management letters.
Monitor progress on the implementation of the recommended actions in internal and external reviews reports
Qualifications
University degree in Accounting and Finance
Certified Public Accountant (CPA II), or equivalent
Minimum 3 years of financial and grants management experience in an INGO or UN.
Experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile
Fluency in English both written and verbal.
Practical experience hosting and working with external auditors.
Good ability to plan for different sets of scenarios in relation to external and internal audits
Solid experience of work with windows based computer software, and modern accounting- Systems
Excellent working knowledge of Excel and standard accounting packages
Excellent project management, accounting and expenditure verification skills
Knowledge of the context in country
Keen sense of compliance with policy and procedure
Knowledge of the humanitarian sector and audit background an advantage
Ability to work independently with strong team player skills
Education field
Finance / Economics
Education level
Academy college / University
Personal qualities
Managing resources to optimize results
Managing performance and development
Analyzing
Handling insecure environments
Empowering and building trust
Language
English
We offer
Duty station: Nairobi
Contract period is up to December 2017 with possibility of extension. Salary/benefits: According to NRC’s general directions, The candidate will observe NRC’s code of conduct and working hours for the NRC Office in Nairobi.
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Human Resource / Admin Assistant – Kenya Nationals Only Logistics Officer Logistics Assistant ICT Assistant
NRC is seeking to recruit HR/Admin Assistant. The HR/Admin Assistant will assist with the administration of the day-to-day operations of the human resources (HR) and Admin functions of the NRC Dadaab Area office.
The HR/Admin Assistant will directly report to HR/Administration Officer.Job description
Comply with with NRC’s HR policies and procedures
Assist in the implementation of the organization policies and procedures
Provide support in recruitment processes, including advertisements, filling applications, inviting candidates, organizing interview venues etc.
Update staff records and files, including contracts, leave, medical, appraisals, etc.
Generate monthly records and reports such as staff lists, leave and other HR statistics
Process and follow up claims for medical cover and insurance
Prepare staff contributions to relevant statutory bodies (social security, pensions etc.)
Assist in preparing the national staff payroll
Assist in training and capacity building arrangements
In liaison with the Administration Officer develop appropriate policies and procedures for hospitality in NRC Hagadera
Prepare the catering, accommodation and housekeeping budgets for review with the Administration Officer
Maintain catering, accommodation and housekeeping stock inventories
Ensure cleanliness, décor and design of kitchen and accommodation units
Monitor laundry cleaning and ensure laundry procedures, processes and standards are maintained
Prepare section reports and maintain a proper filing system including stock and material requisitions and usage records
Ensure proper maintenance, safekeeping and timely replacement of catering, accommodation and housekeeping equipment, working tools and assets
Coordinate garbage collection and disposal.
Assign, train, supervise and appraise the work of cooks and cleaners
Any other assignment as may be required by the line Manager.
Qualifications
National Diploma in Human Resources Management/ Diploma in Business Administration or any related field
Two years working experience in HR/Admin department
Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
Knowledge about own skills/profile
Some knowledge of English
Education field: Administration / Organisation / Management
Education level: Academy college / University Personal qualities
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Understanding of the statutory laws
Wide knowledge of the NGO operations and the dynamics of the humanitarian sector
Excellent self and office organization
A strong administrative service attitude orientation
Excellent individual conflict resolution and problem solving skills
Good cultural awareness and sensitivity
Highly approachable, trustworthy and confidential
Good computer application skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, database and network communications.
We Offer
Duty station: Dadaab
Contract period is up to December 2016.
Salary / benefits: According to NRC’s general directions, The candidate will observe NRC’s code of conduct and working hours for the NRC Office in Dadaab.
Search Criteria:
Location: Kenya
Industry: Emergency Relief
Special field: Administration / Office work HR
Role: Assistant
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Food Security Specialist
Food Security Specialist Job Responsibilities
Develop Food Security (and Livelihood) strategy, technical guidance and Macro LFAs
Compliance with and adherence to NRC policies, guidance and procedures
Contribute to fundraising, develop and revise funding proposal, budgets and donor reports
Identify trends technical standards and donor priorities
Follow up on compliance with contractual commitments within Food Security (and Livelihood), ensure high technical quality and synergies in project implementation
Provide technical direction and project implementation support
Ensure that key learnings are extracted from CC implementation, and incorporate them in CC and staff development processes
Provide systematic training and build capacity of technical staff
Represent NRC in relevant forums/working group and clusters, including with national authorities and donors
Promote the rights of IDPs/returnees in line with the advocacy strategy
Develop a country livelihoods strategy mainstreamed through NRC’s Core Competencies and implementation plan in consultation with the ME Department taking the lead when required of specific assessments
Assess and analyse the current livelihood coping strategies of refugees (and vulnerable local populations) in targeted areas.
Identify the socio-economic profiles of the assessed population (main wealth-groups/socio-economic categories of the population characterized in terms of household composition; livelihood assets; shelter condition, income sources; exposure to food insecurity);
Assess and Identify priorities, opportunities, constraints and capacity-gaps for accessing employment/livelihood opportunities
Lead skills, value chains, markets assessments / analysis in targeted areas
Develop recommendations and operational guidance’s of which type, when and where NRC should apply Cash
Based Intervention in targeted areas (camps and out of camps), consulting key stakeholders at each stage.
Ensure that M&E procedures for CBIs are, understood followed and adapted to the context: review and adaptation of assessment and monitoring tools for the CBI (pre intervention, during and post intervention), contributing to the development of systems to improve targeting, appropriateness and to reduce the risk of aid diversion and conflict of interest by program staff, local authorities and local partners.
Identify multipurpose cash and vouchers program modalities suitable for Core Competencies integration (beneficiary targeting criteria, community mobilization approaches, transfer mechanisms and local partnerships).
Undertake and or supervise research and assessments, develop ToRs and ensure quality reports are produced and shared with line manager and as agreed.
In coordination with the M&E Department, ensure that the required quantitative and qualitative data is collected and provided as for ME internal procedures.
Documentation of good practices– case studies, successful programming approaches and lessons learnt
Qualifications For Food Security Specialist Job Minimum 5 years of experience of food security and / or livelihood programme in a humanitarian or recovery context
Minimum 5 years of Programme Management experience
University degree in economy, rural development, livelihoods, or related field
Proven track record of setting up and implementing monitoring, documentation and learning systems
Knowledge of food security refugee’s context
Experience with integrated livelihoods programming, enabling the development of livelihoods strategies
Experience of implementation of cash-based programming
Education field: Social sciense
College / University, Bachelor’s degree
Fluency in English, both written and verbal
Excellent writing and analytical skills
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Regional ICT Coordinator
The Regional office is seeking to recruit Regional ICT Coordinator who will be responsible for coordinating and providing technical ICT support in the East Africa & Yemen Region.
Generic responsibilitiesCompliance and adherence to NRC policies, guidance and procedures
Coordinate the dissemination and implementation of NRC’s global ICT strategy in the region, as well as contributing to its definition and review from a regional and field perspective.
Provide oversight and compliance checks on the implementation of ICT strategy and policies throughout the country offices in the region.
Coordinate ICT resources, skills and competence within the region and offer support and advice where and when needed.
Collect and disseminate ICT-related knowledge and learning within the region and at a global level.
Work with ICT staff in the region to enable them to provide ICT 1st line support as well as assist with planning, budgeting and procurement as per NRC standards.
Provide training of ICT staff in region and (when relevant) support the recruitment and/or on-boarding of new ICT staff in region.
Facilitate synergies and regional efficiencies on ICT procurement, systems and training.
Participate in global ICT work streams/projects, to identify common global solutions, when relevant.
Provide hands on support and gap-filling throughout region – travel involved – at the discretion of Regional Office and in line with need.Specific responsibilities
Supporting Regional office with launch of digital initiatives
Supports decision making within the management team by communicating complex technical ideas and problems clearly.Providing the region with relevant technological solutions that assists the office in working more efficiently at the same time saving on costs and time.
Technology standards within the region are maintained to a high specification by standardizing ICT equipment, software and systems and developing SOPs that ensure adherence to them.
The connectivity and infrastructure status in all offices is sufficient to support the NRC online resources.
Accountable for ensuring the use of NRC resources effectively.Professional competencies:
Minimum 5 years of experience from a senior level project implementation position in a humanitarian/recovery context
Experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
Private sector ICT experience
Proven experience in implementing ICT projects
Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile
Fluency in English, both written and verbal
Valid driver’s license
Knowledge of the context in East Africa and YemenBehavioral competencies
Managing resources to optimize results
Managing performance and development
Empowering and building trust
Handling insecure environmentsWe Offer:
Duty Station: Nairobi, KenyaContract Duration: Until 31st December 2019 with possibility of extension depending on the availability of fundingSalary & Benefits: NRC offers a competitive compensation package -
BRCiS Programme Manager
Ref. No: 3958927440
Full time
Building Resilient Communities in Somalia (BRCiS) is a humanitarian Consortium that takes a holistic approach to supporting Somali communities in developing their capacity to resist and absorb minor shocks without undermining their ability to move out of poverty.
In 2013, five international NGOs with long experience in Somalia – Cooperazione e Sviluppo (CESVI), Concern Worldwide (CWW), the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC), the International Rescue Committee (IRC), and Save the Children International (SCI) – formed a Consortium to address Somalia Communities’ long-term exposure to recurrent disasters and destitution.
The Consortium now has 8 Members including Action Against Hunger, Candlelight and Kaalo. It manages a portfolio of 6 grants implemented in all Federal Member States of Somalia.
Are you passionate about working with communities in Somalia?
Do you have an excellent report and proposal writing skills?
Do you have experience in interpreting data and writing reports to a rigorous technical standard? You could be the candidate we are looking for!
BRCiS is looking to recruit for a Programme Manager who will be based in Nairobi.
The programme Manager will be responsible for coordinating the implementation of the integrated programmes in the BRCiS Consortium portfolio.
The Programme Manager represents the BRCiS at coordination forums, as delegated by the Chief of Party.
Job Description
Generic ResponsibilitiesLine management for DFID II project manager and DEVCO, World Bank coordinators
Compliance and adherence to NRC policies, guidance and procedures
Responsible for ensuring programme support to integrated programme, coordination and technical quality in BRCiS Consortium
Ensures that BRCiS programmes are implemented in a transparent and compliant manner
Provision of specific inputs relevant for BRCiS strategies
Supervises the compliance to donor standards, and grants management and regular reporting to donors for all BRCiS projects
Identify funding opportunities, develops funding strategy, and forecast
Responsible for grants management and budget allocations
Ensure compliance with contractual commitments and extracting and implementing key learnings from project implementation
Provide overall coordination for any new funding coming in for emergency responsesQualifications
Applicable degree in international relations, business, economics or related field.
7 years’ experience in humanitarian/development aid in complex and/or insecure environments, preferably in East/Horn of Africa.
Excellent report and proposal writing skills in English language. Experience in interpreting data and writing reports to a rigorous technical standard.
Excellent English language communication skills – negotiation, networking, influencing, public speaking and facilitating workshops at different levels.
Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
Ability to work closely with field based national staff and experience in various staff training and development approaches
Strong planning, monitoring and organizational skills with good knowledge of the use of logical and result-based monitoring and evaluation frameworks;
Ability to write high quality concept notes and technical sections for donor proposals
Knowledge of the context of Somalia
Experience from working in complex and volatile contexts, multi-country disaster preparedness, response and recovery programming.
Experience with project development and Management
Experience with Consortium coordination
In depth understanding and experience in working with resilience programmes
Experience in resource mobilisation and working with various donors and conversant with their technical frameworks and strategies
Experience in advocacy work
Safety and security awareness .Education Level: College / University, Bachelor’s degree
Personal QualitiesHandling insecure environments
Managing resources to optimize results
Managing performance and development
Communicating with impact and respect
Strategic thinking, result oriented and diplomatic
Empowering and building trust
Initiating action, culturally sensitive and coping with change
Ability to work under pressure and with limited supervision
Able to present and represent an organisation
Flexible and creative, confident in taking initiatives and exploring new opportunities
Commitment to continuous learning and willingness to keep abreast of new developments in the disaster management field
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.We Offer
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
Travel: 40% travel to Somalia
Contract Duration: 24 months
Salary & Benefits: NRC offers a competitive compensation package
NRC may be required to verify the identity of its partners and check that its partners have not been involved in illegal activity.
NRC reserves the right to use electronic screening tools for this purpose.
The Norwegian Refugee Council is an equal opportunity employer, with no discrimination in terms of sex, age, religion, ethnic origin or political affiliation.
Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
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Project Officer
Job Roles
Responsible for implementation of relevant technical activities in the ICLA project in Kakuma
Responsible for tracking of financial expenditures of the project
Provide technical support and capacity building towards project staff
Ensure relevant data collection and produce reports and analysis as required
Assess, promote and document ideas for technical improvement and further program development options
Represent NRC in relevant coordination forums and build relationships with key stakeholders
Responsible for updating of Somali country of origin information to ensure it is relevant and accurate.
Responsible for the quality assurance of the translation of the information in Somali language and production of high quality pamphlets.
Ensure regular information sharing, mine risk awareness and HLP awareness for returnees.
Ensure all returnees have received return assistance package at departure from Kakuma.
Develop ICLA proposals, ensure effective implementation and documentation of lessons learnt.
Ensure proper project budget monitoring and efficient utilization of the funds.
Supervise, evaluate and appraise the Project Assistant(s), providing technical guidance when needed.
Perform any other relevant tasks as assigned by the supervisor.Qualifications
University degree in law.
Minimum 3 years humanitarian experience with refugees/internally displaced persons (IDPs) at field level with an NGO or other international organization.
Knowledge of international refugee law and national law applicable to refugees
Knowledge of SPHERE standards and durable solutionsEducation level
College / University, Bachelor’s degree
Personal qualities
Experience from working as a Project Officer in a humanitarian/recovery context
Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
Knowledge of English. Knowledge of Somali an assetDuty station: Kakuma
Contract period is up to December 2018 with possibility of extension.
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BRCiS Programme Officer
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Building Resilient Communities in Somalia (BRCiS) is a Consortium of national and international organizations whose objective is to support and guide vulnerable communities in Somalia in building their resilience capacities, in their own ways.
The Consortium was created in 2013 and is now implementing projects funded by three different donors, in more than ten regions of Somalia. BRCiS is committed to adaptive management of its programmes, guided by a strong learning strategy. The Consortium also enforces systematic decentralization of decision making to the field level and the communities, fostering innovation and self-reliance.
The position advertised is based with NRC, the Consortium lead agency. The BRCiS Consortium Programme Officer is a member staff of the Consortium Management Unit (CMU) and works for Consortium Members (including Cesvi, Concern Worldwide, the IRC and Save the Children).
All NRC employees are expected to work in accordance with the organization’s core values: dedication, innovation, inclusivity and accountability. These attitudes and believes shall guide our actions and relationships.
NRC Somalia is part of NRC’s East Africa and Yemen regional operation which comprises of large-scale multi-country humanitarian and early recovery interventions spread across seven countries (Kenya, Somalia, Ethiopia, Djibouti, Yemen, Eritrea, South Sudan, Uganda and Tanzania). NRC’s overall strategy in the region is to enhance protection and promote the rights of displaced people in humanitarian need by improving living conditions and seeking durable solutions. The regional office is based in Nairobi and works with country programmes to ensure standardization of programmatic and operational approaches, promote multi country programming and ensuring quality and coordination.
The Consortium Programme Officer reports to the Consortium Programme Manager and works closely with the BRCiS Chief of Party, Consortium Finance, M&E and Programme teams, to ensure quality programme implementation and reporting are in line with set objectives and guidelines.
Role and responsibilities
The purpose of the BRCiS Programme Officer position is to provide essential programme management support to the programme team and Consortium in delivering quality programmes in line with the BRCiS Consortium strategy.
Generic responsibilitiesAdherence to NRC policies, guidance and procedures
Coordinate and consolidate donor reports, with support from the M&E team
Coordinate and consolidate updates and reports on project progress for internal and external stakeholders
Coordinate and consolidate project documents and project revisions processes
Monitor programme quality by supporting the Consortium Members through project milestones
Facilitate the organization of proposal planning meetings, grant opening meetings, progress meetings, and grant closure meetings in collaboration with the Programme TeamSpecific responsibilities
Timely coordination, consolidation and coordination of the submission of financial and narrative reports according to individual donor rules and regulations.
Improving the quality of reporting, including training and supporting members, to reporting and accountability standards, respect of deadlines and time management
Develop and maintain overview of milestones and internal and external deadlines related to all grants, in compliance with donor requirements, rules and regulations.
Coordinate the collection and consolidation of project documents of adequate quality over the life of the projects, including human interest stories, Community Action Plan and Community Reports, village information sheets, registration lists
Contribute to the revision of proposals as required by adaptive management
Actively interact with programme managers to share case studies, lessons learned and best practice on the BRCiS Portfolio management;
Ensure that all project documents, revisions, NCE, reports and annexes are filed appropriately.
Document, analyze, and share learning from reporting process, and compliance with donor rules and regulations.
Contribute to continuously improving internal grant management systems; ensure that corrective measures and updates are systematically made to plans in accordance with programme changes.
Provide an internal help-desk on donor related issues, including organize and deliver trainings in donor rules and regulations
Contribute the creation of Member Performance Monitoring system to increase transparency in Consortium Management
Ensure that Members regularly receive feedback on their performance and that issues are transparently flagged.
Support Members through programme adaptations and coordinate learning opportunities.
Support consortium governance and internal communication as required.
Support external audits or evaluation in coordination with Finance and M&E teams.
Any other duties that enhance the objectives of the consortiumQualifications
Generic professional competencies for this position:Relevant university degree or higher education in international relations and/or development, social sciences or management.
3 years relevant experience in project management in the humanitarian sector
Good understanding of donor rules and regulations
Skills and experience in report and proposal writing
Strong analytical skills (data and financial)
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English
Operational effectiveness skills using all the systems, procedures and culture within the organization for required results delivery.
Ability to manage a varied workload, work under pressure, prioritise and meet deadlinesContext related skills; knowledge and experience (shall be adapted to the specific position):
Knowledge of the Somali context
Experience with Project Cycle Management
Experience working on DEVCO, DfID and World Bank contractsBehavioral competencies
Working with people/Team work
Planning and delivering results
Managing resources to optimize results
Handling insecure environmentsWe offer
Commencement: As soon as possible
Contract Duration: 1year with the possibility of extension
Duty Station: Nairobi
Travel: some travel to Somalia
Salary/Benefits: According to NRC’s general directions
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 -
Culture and People Management Consultant
Terms of Reference
General details for the assignment
Location: Nairobi
Application deadline: 31 July 2018
Start Date: 3rd September, 2018
Reports to: Regional Head of HR
Main Purpose of the Consultancy: Design and facilitate a one-day management team retreat structured to enable management to openly discuss, analyse the issues identified in the staff survey, the challenges in addressing the issues and devising ways of creating positive work culture that should start with the top Management and trickles down to the rest of the staff.
Reporting: The Consultant will report to the Regional Head of Human Resources(HR)
Tasks and Responsibilities:Conduct an in-depth analysis of the key management issues by reviewing some of NRC’s existing management approaches to identify possible issues that staff feel are not well addressed or handled.
Conduct a mini and quick survey with the staff to further unpack some of the issues experienced and have a better understanding of them.
Design one-day management retreat to allow management team members openly discuss amongst themselves and find solutions to some of the issues identified for improvement.
Through use of the survey, talking to a sample of staff and studying some of NRC systems; identify key issues related to negative work culture and suggest ways of improving on them.
Propose and conduct training for the management team members on people management skills, positive leadership, promotion of equity in work environment, staff wellbeing management among others.
Propose short and long term activities that can promote a positive work culture
Prepare a report with recommendations for management implementation after the retreatExperience and Profile of the Consultant
The consultant must have a proven experience in similar management support and show case for the same.
A minimum of seven years’ experience implementing training programmes for managers.
Proven experience in conducting surveys and analysis.
Experience working in East Africa and Yemen region.
Fluency in written and spoken English.
Excellent communication skills, flexibility and good organisation skills.Expected Outcomes of the Consultancy
Management issues that are making staff unhappy are clearly identified and solutions are suggested to improve on them.
Successfully conduct and facilitate a one-day management retreat.
A report with clear recommendations for positive work culture creation within NRC East Africa and Yemen Region. -
Area Manager ICLA Project Assistant
NRC is seeking to recruitment an Area Manager for its operation in Dadaab and Mandera office.
The Area Manager is responsible for providing overall leadership of all activities within the North East Area and is a member of the Country Management Group. The post is based in Dadaab with frequent travel to Mandera.
Job ResponsibilitiesOverall management of the Core Competencies activities, field offices and staff within the specific area, including the Area Management Team (AMT)
Development and execution of the strategy for the area
Adherence to NRC policies and donor requirements
Emergency response capacity in the area
Safety and security of staff
Area level advocacy
External representation, coordination and relationship building
Responsible for shared resource allocation
Implementation of policies and procedures
Learning, training and development of staffSpecific responsibilities
Ensuring right-size of support structure of Dadaab and Mandera to support programmes.
Ensuring effective budget management and financial control.
Ensuring monitoring and evaluation of all projectsQualifications
Minimum 5 years of experience from working as a Senior Project Manager in a humanitarian/recovery context
Degree level education in relevant subject
Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile
Fluency in English, both written and verbal
Valid driver’s licensePersonal qualities
Handling insecure environments
Strategic thinking
Initiating action and change
Empowering and building trustWe offer
Duty Station: Dadaab with frequent travel to Mandera
Contract Duration: 16 months
Salary & Benefits: NRC offers a competitive compensation packagego to method of application »