Ref. no.: 3700699448
Location: Maiduguri
Job Type: Full time
Description
Do you want to be a part of our Nigeria programme? We are looking for a Programme Development Manager for our ICLA programme in our Maiduguri office.
Since 2009, violent attacks on civilians by the armed group Boko Haram have left widespread devastation in northeast Nigeria. At least 17,000 people have been killed and approximately two million people are displaced within Nigeria. More than 14 million people in northeast Nigeria today are affected by the crisis caused by Boko Haram. Out of these, seven million people are in need of humanitarian assistance. Around 92 per cent of displaced people reside in either informal settlements or with low-income host communities, creating a strain on already limited resources. The remaining 8 per cent live in more formalised camps. NRC has been in Nigeria since 2015.
The purpose of the ICLA Programme Development Manager position is to mentor and build capacity of staff in the ICLA team as well as manage the programme portfolio in Borno State.
The ICLA Programme Development Manager (PDM) reports to the Area Manager in Maiduguri.
Responsibilities
Mentor and build capacity of staff in the ICLA team
Overall management of project staff
Coordinate and manage ICLA project implementation (activities, budget and project documentation) in line with proposals, strategies and donor requirements
Conduct needs assessments in rural areas in Borno state in line with NRC’s humanitarian access strategies
Ensure timely and high quality programme delivery against planned targets
Ensure proper and efficient administrative and financial management of grants
Establish and develop systems and tools for ICLA implementation
Contribute in the development of advocacy materials
Ensure timely and quality monitoring reports of ICLA activities to ensure high technical quality and transparent processes
Develop approaches and activities ensuring promotion of the Do No Harm principle
Requirements/Qualifications
Minimum 3 years of experience from a senior level project implementation position in a humanitarian/recovery context
Experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
Technical ICLA expertise
Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile
Fluency in English, both written and verbal
Strong financial and administrative background
Strong experience from mentoring and team capacity building
Experience with rapidly growing programmes
Knowledge of the context in Nigeria or West Africa
Valid driver’s license
Personal qualities:
Managing resources to optimize results
Managing performance and development
Empowering and building trust
Handling insecure environments
A good sense of humour an asset.
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
We Offer
Commencement: March 2018
Duration: 6 months with a possibility for extending
Salary/benefits: According to NRC’s general directions and free housing of moderate standard.
Level: Grade 9 in NRC grade structure
Duty station:Maiduguri, with 40% travel
Approved health certficate will be requested before contract start.
Application procedures and CV registration: Please note that you are required to enter the geographical location for all your previous positions while registering your CV. There is no specific field for this information in our CV form, but you can use the “Company name” field for both company and location
Application Closing Date
15th February, 2018.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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