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ICLA Project Coordinator – Mogadishu (National Position) - Somalia

Mogadishu

  • Organization: NRC - Norwegian Refugee Council
  • Location: Mogadishu
  • Grade: Mid level - Mid level
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Legal - International Law
    • Emergency Aid and Response
    • House, Land & Property
    • Protection Officer (Refugee)
    • Project and Programme Management
    • Managerial positions
  • Closing Date: Closed


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.

The Norwegian Refugee Council has approximately 5000 committed and competent employees involved in projects across four continents. In addition, NRC runs one of the world’s largest standby rosters -NORCAP, with 650 professionals, ready to be deployed on 72 hours notice when a crisis occurs

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) has been present in Somalia since early 2004 and has since expanded its programme. Since 2004, the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) has demonstrated a regional competence and expertise in working with displaced populations. The Regional Office is based in Nairobi, Kenya with offices and operations in Somalia (Puntland, Somaliland and South & Central), Kenya, Ethiopia Yemen, Djibouti and South Sudan.

The main objective of the Liaison Officer Position is to participate NRC’s activities, represent and attend to NRC’s interests in Central Somalia and shall operates under the leadership and supervision of the Area Manager

Candidates can apply online by going through the " VACANCIES" link at www.nrc.no
Email or Paper applications will not be considered

Qualified female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply

Job description

Line management of CC project field staff
Adherence to NRC policies, guidance and procedures
Contribute to CC strategy development, project proposals and provide input on needs and gaps
Manage and implement delegated portfolio of ICLA projects (activities, budget and project documentation) as delegated from PM in line with proposals, strategies and donor requirements, and ensure high technical quality
Provide regular progress reports to PM (AM and CCS if no PM)
Ensure that projects target beneficiaries most in need of protection, explore and asses new and better ways to assist
Promote and share ideas for improvement and necessary changes in the activities
Ensure capacity building of project staff and transfer key skills
Represent, Liaise and collaborate with relevant local authorities and other key stakeholders including Protection cluster, Shelter clusters and The HLP Sub-cluster.
Promote the rights of IDPs/returnees in line with the advocacy strategy
Undertake regular visits to IDP camps, local authorities, and partners (as and when security allows) and government officials to identify needs and provide support through legal assistance, capacity building and advocacy.
Identify knowledge gaps and needs of IDPs, partners and other key stakeholders relevant to ICLA thematic areas.
Identify external resources as required in consultation with ICLA Project Manager.
In consultation with the ICLA Project Manager, develop and implement a training Schedule and organize all logistical needs
Conduct trainings and induction to new staff joining NRC and local partners on ICLA.
Compile ICLA activity reports
To develop best practice documentation on methodologies and techniques
Facilitate training and awareness sessions on HLP
Budget and administrative responsibility for geographic and/or thematic areas as within the ICLA project identified by the PM.
Implementation of the ICLA project in accordance with agreement applicable to the grant from the donor(s) and NRC principles and ways of work.
Identify national staff to implement the projects objectives.
Ensure that activities are in line with budget lines and limitations.
Monitor, evaluate and suggest changes and improvements in the project and materials based on observations and discussions with the ICLA staff and the PM.
Prepare monthly summary reports for Project Managers Programme report.
Document technical issues and questions, and report to the PM.
Communicate with and obtain necessary agreements and understanding from local authorities and partners in the areas of responsibility determined by the PM in line with the NRC protocol for communication.
Communicate, exchange information and co-operate with relevant external actors in the areas of responsibility determined by the PM.
Communicate and coordinate work and tasks with the UN system in general and UNHCR in particular in the areas of responsibility determined by the PM.

Qualifications

University degree in Social sciences. Bachelor of law is added advantage.
Experience from working as ICLA/humanitarian protection project implementation position in a humanitarian/recovery context
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
Training skills
Reporting skills
Budget monitoring
Experience in research and data analysis
Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
Knowledge about own skills/profile

Personal qualities

Behavioral competencies these are personal qualities or characteristics that influence how successful people are in their job. The below are required for this position:

Handling insecure environments
Managing resources to optimize results
Empowering and building trust
Managing performance and development
Planning and delivering results

We offer

Commencement: As soon as possible
Contract Duration: 1 year with possibility of extension
Duty Station: Mogadishu
Salary/Benefits: According to NRC's general directions.
The candidate is to observe NRC's four core values dedication, innovation, inclusivity, accountability and the Code of Conduct for all staff

Miscellaneous info

  • Travel: Some travelling must be expected
This vacancy is now closed.
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