Livelihoods and Food Security Project Manager - Darfur

What you will do:

Please download the detailed Job Description via this link.

Some of your specific responsibilities include:

• Oversee timely, efficient and quality implementation of Livelihoods & Food Security programme in Darfur ensuring all documents guiding implementation such as budgets, DIPs, cash forecasts are developed and where necessary updated and used correctly
• Ensure technical standards and quality of implemented LFS (including Resilience) activities are in line with LFS Country and Area Strategy, and that they meet the requirements of the beneficiaries
• Close cooperation with Cash & Market team in planning and delivering LFS activities through cash-based modalities in Darfur Area.
• Design and develop program approaches, modalities and activities that can be piloted and then expanded to other project areas [Resilience, Market-Based Programming, etc]
• Compliance with donor regulations LFS grant management including regular reporting to donors in collaboration with LFS Specialist, Area Programme Manager or promote where appropriate an Integrated Programme approach for assessments and programme design and liaise with other Core Competency (CC) managers on same
• Work with M&E Unit in the Area regarding the Complaints Response Mechanism/Digital Community Hub for LFS projects
• Together with M&E, ensure that required M&E, including baseline, end line, Post Distribution Monitoring carried out. Ensuring adequate and critical analysis of the data, ensuring proper follow up when needed as well as relevant dissemination of produced reports and lessons learned
• Responsible for Project Cycle Management in Darfur Area, including organizing and following up on Grants Opening, Review and Closure meetings
• Strengthen LFS partnerships with local partners where relevant, building their capacity, monitoring their performance and ensuring compliance with NRC and donors’ regulations
• Represent NRC in technical coordination fora at Area level
• Ensure NRC procedures (Finance, Logistical) adhered to within LFS team and partners including timely development of procurement plans, recruitment plans, spending plans and ensure the same are shared with relevant support colleagues.

Please download the detailed Job Description to learn more about the position.

What you will bring:

• University degree in Agriculture, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Science/Forestry, Development Studies or any other related field.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in the management of humanitarian and early recovery programs
• Strong ability to work with diverse groups/individuals – ranging from local partners, local authorities, humanitarian community and the private sector. Proven ability in staff, donor contract & budget management
• Experience working in complex and volatile contexts
• Experience working in the emergency setting
• Technical expertise in Livelihoods and Food Security
• Documented results in project and program management
• Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile
• Fluency in English, both written and verbal. Arabic language is a plus.

What we offer:

• Duty station:either Western Darfur; Southern Darfur or Jabbal Marrah
• Contract: 12 months
• Travel: Frequent in Darfur/Sudan
• Salary/benefits: grade 8 on NRC’s international 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.

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Important information about the application process

• For Internal candidates: 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.

If you have any questions about this role, please email ceero.recruitment@nrc.no 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.