Regional Programme Adviser – Middle East & North Africa

What we are looking for

Senior programme management experience (Head of Programme level or similar) within the humanitarian sector. Experience in strategy development and planning. expertise developing learning and development tools/resources to support capacity building.

Business development and fundraising background with an interest in new business opportunities, including commercial partnerships with a track record of successful proposal development.

Strong interpersonal capabilities and ability to be diplomatic while remaining influential.

Experience from working in the Middle East and North Africa is an asset.

What you will do

You will be responsible for providing specialist advice and guidance to the Country Director and/or Head of Programme and Grants Managers at Country level in ensuring that optimal programme strategies, structures, systems and resources are in place.

You will also provide advisory support, technical oversight, and capacity building to Country Office (CO) staff in relation to programme proposal development, grants management, and Project Cycle Management (PCM), ensuring the effective management of the full programme cycle and donor reporting.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide specialist support, advice and guidance to own portfolio of country offices in relation to programme development and to strategic planning in country programmes.
• Lead on commercial partnerships, identifying opportunities for cross-country/regional arrangements and developing outline business proposals to be taken forward with the Regional Programme Director.
• Identify potential new business development opportunities within the region, including region wide opportunities, and country specific opportunities that are well aligned to NRC Strategy and programme priorities.
• Responsible for quality control of high-risk donor proposals and reports, macros log frames, and triannual reports, reconciliation of deliverables and internal programme strategy documents and reports, in regard to NRC strategies and donor compliance.
• Coordinate internal reporting and ensure correct archiving of designated multi-country grants, strategy, programme and project documentation, and keep oversight of designated multi-grant proposals and reporting deadlines.
• Responsible for capacity building and learning and development, as required, including facilitation of induction training for programme personnel in COs, and provision of PCM support, including facilitation and delivery of trainings to country programmes.
• Where applicable, liaise and work collaboratively with colleagues in Policy and Partnerships to ensure provision of information and support to COs.
• Support programme assessments evaluations in country programmes. Promote incorporation of lessons learned and best practices into programme development in country programmes, including from M&E products (such as GORS and Evaluations).
• Contribute to identification, development and maintenance of relationships with designated stakeholders (e.g., donors, UN agencies, NGOs, private sector) related to programme and business development.
• Establish and provide a regional helpdesk function on assigned thematic area, working collaboratively with colleagues in Head Office (HO), within the region and country offices.

What you will bring

• Several years of experience within the humanitarian/recovery context, of which 3 years of Adviser / Senior Programme management / Head of Programme experience.
• Specialist knowledge and expertise equivalent to an advanced university degree in a relevant field (e.g., international development, politics, social science).
• Experience working with overall strategy development and planning as well as expertise in developing learning and development tools and resources for support capacity building.
• Knowledge of and interest in new business opportunities, including commercial partnerships with experience of working with cross-country programmes and donors and knowledgeable about institutional donors’ strategies, priorities, and compliance requirements – NMFA, UNHCR, ECHO, FCDO etc.
• Track record of successful proposal development, or similar in funding or partnerships.
• Understanding and good knowledge of the context in the Middle East & North Africa region
• Experience from working in the Middle East and North Africa is an asset.
• Understanding of, and commitment to working collaboratively with technical and operational colleagues within a matrix structure, including capacity building
• Fluency in English, both written and verbal; Arabic is an asset

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

What we offer

• Duty station: Amman, Jordan, Middle East and North Africa Regional Office. Amman is a family duty station.
• Contract: 12 months.
• Travel: 40% travel to countries within the Middle East and North Africa region based on need.
• Salary/benefits: Grade 9 on NRC’s salary scales, 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.

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Important information about the application process

• We invite applications from all qualified and interested candidates. Please ensure you attach copies of your academic and professional certificates.
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• 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.
• 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.

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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.

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