Are you a leader in the humanitarian sector experienced in emergency response? Do you possess senior programming experience from complex and volatile contexts? Do you thrive under pressure, remain calm in fast-paced/high-stakes environments and possess unwavering commitment and passion to serve the vulnerable and most in need? If this sounds like you, then you are the person we are looking for!  What we are looking for:

A highly qualified, resilient, and dynamic Livelihood and Food Security professional to deploy to humanitarian crises and start-ups, to provide technical support of the Livelihood and Food Security (LFS) core competency, strategic direction and quality assurance, develop LFS strategy and quality control at country level. This includes recruiting, mentoring, training, and capacity building of staff on LFS technical capacity.

What you will do:

• Develop LFS country strategies, response plans and macro log frames that are aligned with NRC’s Programme Policy, LFS Global Strategy and regional strategies and priorities.
• 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 LFS, ensure high technical quality and synergies in project implementation.
• Provide technical direction and project implementation support, including development of assessment tools.
• Contribute to Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E), using M&E data to adapt programming where needed.
• Ensure that key learnings are extracted from LFS implementation and incorporate them to the programme and staff development processes.
• Provide systematic training and build capacity of technical staff in LFS methodologies and themes and other relevant areas.
• Represent NRC in relevant forums/clusters, including with national authorities and donors.
• Promote the rights of persons affected by displacement in line with the advocacy strategy.
• Support the development of the first line response strategy for LFS.
• Support the consideration and inclusion of cash-based interventions and market-based approaches within LFS responses, where appropriate.
• Explore and support the use of digital solutions for LFS and Emergency Response programming.
• Work jointly with other Core Competencies (including Education; Shelter, WASH and ICLA) to address barriers to rights and durable solutions and ensure high quality, safe services.
• Lead LFS advocacy efforts at country level and contribute to regional and global advocacy initiatives.
• Reference to specific responsibilities is outlined in a separate Terms of Reference (TOR) which will be developed for each assignment.

Please download the detailed job description to learn more about the position.

What you will bring:

• Minimum first level university degree/bachelor’s degree in related field.
• Minimum 4 years of relevant professional experience within LFS related themes and activities in a humanitarian/recovery context.
• Experience working in complex and volatile contexts. Substantial experience working in acute emergency situations is highly preferable.
• Experience in drafting and encouraging implementation of policy/strategic guidance and developing practical tools and resources.
• Extensive knowledge of cash-based interventions and market-based programmes.
• Experience in leading livelihoods and food security assessments.
• Knowledge and experience with durable solutions in emergency settings.
• Solid understanding and experience of refugee and IDP crisis contexts.
• Flexible, with the ability to adapt to the programmatic needs of the specific deployment.
• Capacity to swiftly deliver in a stressful and fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile with documented results related to the position’s responsibilities.
• Fluency in English, both written and verbal. French, Spanish or Arabic languages skills is an advantage.

What we offer:

• Duty station: Global Roving
• Contract: 24 months (Renewal is subject to performance and funds availability)
• Travel: Up to 75%.
• Salary/benefits: grade 9 on NRC’s salary scale, with accompanying terms and conditions
• 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

• Internal candidates only: To apply as an internal candidate, log in with your official email 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.
• We receive many applications for each vacant position and so only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• We invite applications from all qualified and interested candidates. Send in your application by latest November 14, 2023.
• If you have any questions about this role, please email [email protected] with the job title as the subject line.

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.
• You will gain global exposure through various emergency response deployments while working for a leading humanitarian INGO.
• You will take leadership in your area of expertise, be deployed to humanitarian crises, and contribute to managing NRC’s emergency response in affected countries where NRC operates.
• No two days are the same. You will face challenges that will push your limits to new levels of growth as well as find satisfaction in impacting people’s lives positively.
• A challenging and rewarding opportunity with an international team of humanitarian experts.
• NRC is dedicated to growing talent – you will have opportunities to develop professionally and unlock new levels of responsibility and growth within the organization.
• You will work across various levels of the organisation and engage closely with your community of practice to share and gain knowledge and stay abreast with trends in the sector.
• An international contract in a roving role, with an attractive roving allowance. You will be deployed 75% and non-deployed 25% of time, within your contract period.
• NRC values its employees’ well-being and safety. You will enjoy comprehensive and competitive compensation and benefits in line with NRC’s salary scale, terms and conditions. We also provide psychological support, recognizing the emotional toll of emergency response work.
• NRC international salaries are now pegged to USD.

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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 dignity.