What we are looking for
Experience in a protracted crisis or post-conflict setting with an INGO in senior management role (e.g. Country Director or similar levels) with additional experience working in a coordination role in not only a humanitarian but a development setting is preferred.
Proven high profile management and strong advocacy experience in conflict-affected countries in humanitarian context.
Knowledge of the Jordan context or previous experience working in the region is required with experience in administration and coordination of coalition or secretariat functions an asset.
Fluency in English, both written and verbal, with strong writing and editing skills. Knowledge of Arabic is an added value.
What you will do
The Jordan INGO Forum Director is overall responsible for facilitating, leading and quality management of the work of the INGO Forum ensuring it remains relevant to the needs of its members and is appropriate to the context.
The INGO Forum Director will have purview of INGO engagement across JIF and engage predominantly at the high-level elevating operational concerns in strategic decision-making mechanisms and processes and also engaging in regional and global platforms to raise the profile of the JIF context.
The following is a brief description of the role:
- Provides leadership to the Forum by encouraging delegation, accountability and teamwork.
- Strategic Coordination and Representation - Ensure transparent coordination mechanisms and regular information sharing between INGOs and other stakeholders. Enable INGOs to coordinate at strategic and operational level in Jordan by facilitating high quality, regular meetings of Country Directors, thematic working groups.
- Provides leadership to the Forum by encouraging delegation, accountability and teamwork.
- High level representation of INGO interests in external meetings and planning efforts nationally and globally; and strategically guide and encourage common advocacy and policy engagement.
- Proactive agenda setting; facilitating a space for INGO-INGO collaboration and with other stakeholders; enabling sharing of information and analysis for effective decision-making.
- Oversees the development, review and implementation of JIF Advocacy Strategy in close collaboration with the JIF Advocacy Working Group, while mobilizing and leveraging support from member organizations.
- Responsible for the budgeting, budget management and accountability with the support of NRC’s finance and grants teams.
- Able to appreciate political necessity and delicate policy issues in humanitarian, development, and peacebuilding work and the application of principles to programming.
- Acting as focal point for information/experience sharing with and among NGOs on relevant issues including managing NGO Forum and INGO membership, contact lists and mailing lists
- Manages the Secretariat staff and consultants. Ensure responsiveness to staff, ready to support them as needed, an advocate for staff well-being.
- Ensures the development of and compliance with procedures for the Forum and ensure compliance with and adherence to JIF approved policies and procedures and to and donor policies, guidance, and procedures.
• Fundraise for the JIF, in coordination with the SC, to ensure sufficient funds to maintain operations of the Forum.
What you will bring
- Undergraduate/postgraduate qualifications in international relations, political science, development or other relevant field.
- 5+ years of experience in a protracted crisis or post-conflict setting with an INGO in senior management role (e.g. Country Director or similar levels). Additional experience working in a coordination role in not only a humanitarian but a development setting is preferred.
- Proven high profile management, coordination and strong advocacy experience in conflict-affected countries in humanitarian context.
- Demonstrated communication, leadership skills, interpersonal and negotiation/diplomatic skills.
- Documented skills in developing proposals, budgets and reports and familiarity with alternative funding modalities.
- Knowledge of international humanitarian law and humanitarian reform is a plus, and demonstrated knowledge of humanitarian architecture, the UN system, and development coordination and familiarity with HDP Nexus contexts, Durable Solutions, and Localization.
- Strong understanding of protection and conflict sensitivity.
- Understanding of internal NRC operational and administrative system is an asset.
Please download the detailed job description to learn more about the position.
What we offer
- Duty station: Amman, Jordan
- Duration of contract: Until 31 December 2026
- Travel: Up to 10%.
- Salary/benefits: Grade 11 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 all qualified candidates matching the profile.
- 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.
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
