What we are looking for
This is a new position for the Dnipro office. We are looking for candidates with project management experience, understanding of field operations and MPCA programming from humanitarian/recovery context. Experience from complex and difficult contexts is highly desirable. Candidates must have financial/budget management experience as well as experience working with local partners. Candidates should also have prior managerial capacity with proven experience in people development.
Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Ukraine, We are unable to provide work permits or visa sponsorships for this position.
What you will do
The Cash & Markets Project Manager is responsible for leading the implementation of NRC East Area Office cash intervention. This entails having an oversight of the projects under implementation, in line with NRC’s strategy and standards.
The position includes responsibilities related to project cycle management, capacity development, partnership management and ensuring the safe and equitable delivery of cash assistance to households in need.
The Project Manager will additionally work closely with the Area Office teams and CO teams to coordinate delivery of cash assistance, find solutions for reaching vulnerable populations, and ensuring cash programming delivery aligns with standards and country-criteria.
Key responsibilities:
- Project Management and Implementation - Lead, coordinate, and oversee the implementation of cash programming and emergency response projects, ensuring activities, budgets, procurement, partnerships, and documentation are delivered in line with approved plans, donor requirements, and NRC strategies, policies and standards.
- Strategic Planning, Program Development, and Resource Mobilization - contribute to country, area, and sector strategies; identify new programming opportunities, partnerships, and synergies; support assessments and beneficiary analysis; and provide technical input into proposal and concept development processes.
- Quality Assurance, Compliance, and Accountability - ensure adherence to NRC policies, procedures, MEAL requirements, Safe and Inclusive Programming principles, PSEA standards, and data management protocols, while maintaining high-quality cash assistance delivery and targeting the most vulnerable populations.
- Stakeholder Engagement and Coordination - build and maintain effective collaboration with local authorities, partners, coordination forums, cash working groups, and internal NRC departments to strengthen project implementation, advocacy efforts, and partner performance.
- Monitoring, Reporting, Capacity Building, and Team Support - monitor project progress and budgets, provide timely reports and recommendations, manage project documentation, support staff recruitment and capacity development, and promote continuous learning, innovation, and technical excellence within cash and market programming.
What you will bring
- Minimum three years’ experience in the field, including project development management, experience with Project Cycle Management, Risk Management, Staff Development, Partner Management and Grants and Budget management.
- Knowledge of cash programming and experience in implementing humanitarian cash transfers programme is strongly desirable.
- Experience of working in complex and volatile contexts with knowledge of the context in Ukraine.
- Experience in operational environment with a proven track record interfacing with multiple stakeholders (internal and external) and successful project completion.
- Strong budget development and budget tracking experience.
- Excellent communication and reporting skills, good command in English, both written and verbal, fluency in Ukrainian and/or Russian language is required.
Personal Qualities
- Goal orientation and attention to details.
- Ability to work under pressure, independently and with limited supervision.
- Problem solving and willingness/ability to contribute to constructive discussions.
- High motivation and dedication to deliver results within strict timeframes.
- Flexibility, creativity, organization and cooperation.
Please download the detailed job description to learn more about the position.
What we offer
- Duty station: Dnipro, Ukraine
- Fixed term contract: Until the end of 2026- Renewable upon availability of funding
- Travel: Regular presence in the field (30%)
- Salary/benefits: Grade 8 on NRC's grading structure.
- 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 qualified candidates matching the profile. Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Ukraine, We are unable to provide work permits or visa sponsorships for this position.
- Please ensure you attach copies of your academic and professional certificates.
- To apply as an internal candidate, log in with your official email address 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.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We receive many applicants for each vacant position.
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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Organization context
The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a global humanitarian organisation helping people forced to flee.
Join us in assisting millions of people in areas where others cannot, tackling some of the world's most dangerous and difficult crises. Bring your skills and dedication to an organisation recognised for providing high quality aid and for defending the rights of refugees and internally displaced people.
At NRC, we give responsibility to employees at all levels and foster professional growth and innovative teams. You can expect a supportive culture and an open dialogue with management. We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion.
Together, we save lives and rebuild futures.
Safeguarding is central to NRC’s work. We expect all employees to:
• treat everyone with respect and dignity
• contribute to building a safe environment for all
• never engage in any form of exploitation, harassment and specifically sexual exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment (SEAH)
• always report. NRC has a zero-tolerance approach to inaction against exploitation, abuse and SEAH
