What we are looking for
Candidates with over 3 years experience in Area Management or general managerial positions in a humanitarian/recovery context and previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts.
Experience in implementing in-kind assistance and managing cash-based interventions and market based programmes.
Strategic leadership, people management and interpersonal skills.
Candidates with good knowledge of the Ukraine context as well as change management experience will have an added advantage.
Fluency in English, both written and verbal.
What you will do
The purpose of the Area Manager position is to ensure high quality, cost-effective and timely programme/project implementation within the designated geographical area.ย
Key responsibilities:
Provide area specific input on CC strategies, Country Strategy and Plan of Action. Implement strategy and recommendations to adjust AOE to the context and needs while promoting localization. Assess needs, develop emergency response (ensuring readiness) and implement response plans for in kind assistance and cash-based interventions and market based programmes. Ensure optimal use of resources within the allocated project budgets and CC strategies, ensuring efficient and cost-effective operations. Organize grants opening and closure meetings at area level making sure projects are operationalized with work plans on timely delivery. Implementation of projects (including master support budget and coordinating input for donor proposals and reports) in the area, in compliance with contractual. commitments (i.e. quality, synergies, timeliness, use of resources) and aligned to regional and global strategies. Represent NRC and networking on area level ensuring good relationship with key international and national stakeholders in the area, including local and regional authorities. Responsible for overall security and safety of staff in the area. Compliance with and adherence to NRC policies, guidance and procedures. Management and capacity building of project staff and support functions (and Field Office Management) in the area. Member of the Country Management Group (CMG). Promote the rights of IDPs/returnees in line with the advocacy strategy.Download the detailed job description hereย to learn more about the position.
What we offer
Duty station: Dnipro, Ukraine Contract: 24 months Travel: Up to 30% Salary/benefits: Grade 10 on NRC's grading structure. ย 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.Find out more about the benefits of working for NRC
Important information about the application process
We invite applications from all qualified and interested internal candidates.ย Please ensure you attach copies of your academic and professional certificates. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. To apply as an internal candidate, log in with your official email address or click on Opportunity Marketplace. When creating your profile, include your full name as given on your passport. Complete all the system-required fields for experience, employment history and education. Submit your application and CV in English, taking care to attach your latest CV. Applications that do not meet the minimum standards in terms of experience or qualifications will generally not be considered. Unsolicited applications not related to this specific job advertisement will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We receive many applicants for each vacant position.Why NRC?
The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is an independent humanitarian organisation helping people forced to flee. Our 15,000 staff work in crises across 40 countries, providing life-saving and long-term assistance to millions of people every year.
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We are looking for people who are passionate about helping refugees and people forced to flee. Are you one of those people? If you are, NRC offers you the opportunity to:
do demanding and professional work, often in challenging contexts join a work culture that empowers every employee to share ideas and take responsibility be part of a welcoming and supportive community committed to human dignityLearn more about NRC
Learn more about NRC Ukraine The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a global humanitarian organisation helping people forced to flee.ย Join us in assisting millions of people in areas where others cannot, tackling some of the world's most dangerous and difficult crises. Bring your skills and dedication to an organisation recognised for providing high quality aid and for defending the rights of refugees and internally displaced people.ย At NRC, we give responsibility to employees at all levels and foster professional growth and innovative teams. You can expect a supportive culture and an open dialogue with management. We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion.ย Together, we save lives and rebuild futures. Safeguarding is central to NRCโs work. We expect all employees to:ย โข treat everyone with respect and dignityย โข contribute to building a safe environment for allย โข never engage in any form of exploitation, harassment and specifically sexual exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment (SEAH)ย โข always report. NRC has a zero-tolerance approach to inaction against exploitation, abuse and SEAH