What we are looking for:
The Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre (IDMC) and the Joint Internal Displacement Profiling Service (JIPS) are merging. We are seeking an experienced and strategic Programme Manager to play a pivotal role in driving the successful integration of the two organisations while ensuring excellence in programme delivery, quality, and continuous improvement.
You will be responsible for leading the effective planning, implementation, monitoring and continuous improvement of programmes across the full programme cycle, ensuring alignment with IDMC-JIPS/NRC organisational standards, approved programme designs and donor requirements. You will also provide guidance to managers and technical teams to ensure high-quality, compliant programme delivery; strengthen programme management systems and technical standards; and foster collaboration with partners, donors and other key stakeholders to support successful implementation and enhance programme impact.
What you will do:
Strategy
- Contribute to strategy development and support its implementation.
- Coordinate the development of Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) framework & tools linked to the strategy.
Programme Quality & Management
- Review, further develop, and maintain programme standards (including technical specifications) and tools for quality project & programme implementation;
- Ensure the application of quality standards in project implementation through effective systems, tools, team capacity support and quality control.
- Develop project specific MEAL plans in alignment with the strategic MEAL framework
- Oversee the effective implementation of MEAL processes and tools, including post-activity and project learning;
- Ensure the latest, relevant learning and best practices are incorporated into standards, tools and team capacity building efforts and support innovation efforts.
- Ensure that projects are effectively implemented in compliance with donor requirements, regulations and NRC policies and procedures; including timely reporting and appropriate use of organisational and donor visibility guidelines and tools.
- Help ensure adherence of colleagues to Project Cycle Management Guidelines & Processes including the development and oversight of programme work plans, stakeholder engagement plans, HR plans, procurement plans, MEAL plans, and budget allocation plans (budget forecasting).
- Oversee budget monitoring and follow up
- Work closely with procurement to ensure effective contract management of third-party suppliers
External Coordination & Business Development
- Liaise with third party vendors to ensure the timely delivery of project deliverables
- Contribute to the identification and development of new partnerships, in line with organisational priorities and represent IDMC-JIPS in stakeholder engagement activities as needed
- Maintain stakeholder engagement tracking tools and facilitate prioritisation exercises
- Identify opportunities to support growth and programme development, including funding opportunities, strategic partnerships and collaborations.
- Regularly liaise with donors to provide project specific updates and/or facilitate new business development
- Oversee the development and submission of high-quality concept notes and proposals to donors
People Planning & Management
- Support identification of team capacity development needs and efforts linked to effective project management.
- Contribute to the development of programme HR plans and job descriptions (JDs) and support recruitment & onboarding processes.
- Ensure staff under direct line management are clear on their roles, responsibilities and accountabilities through the effective use of NRC people management tools and workflows.
- Ensure direct reports’ adherence to donor regulations and NRC's policies and procedures, including Code of Conduct and PSEA standards and obligations.
- Nurture a positive and collaborative team environment of mutual respect, peer learning, and creativity.
Please download the detailed job description to learn more about this position.
What you will bring:
- Advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in one of the following: Social Sciences, Humanitarian/Development studies, Information Management, Management or a related field: A first-level university degree in combination with sufficient additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
- Fluency in English (required)
- Fluency in French, Spanish or Arabic would be an advantage
- Minimum 10 years’ professional work experience within international humanitarian/development sector.
- At least 8 years' prior experience in a project/programme management or coordination role.
- Skills and experience in project/program planning, delivery, monitoring, reporting, review and evaluation.
- Skills in fundraising, budget management and donor reporting/accountability/compliance.
- Ability to produce timely project proposals and high-quality reports.
- Extensive experience in representation and networking.
- Excellent analytical, strategic and problem-solving skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to establish effective working relations with colleagues and other stakeholders.
- Strong experience coaching teams.
- Excellent negotiation, advocacy and communication skills.
- Willingness to continually learn and enhance standards and tools accordingly.
What we offer:
- Duty station: Preference for Brussels, Belgium. However, other locations on a similar time zone (CET +/- 3 hours) where NRC has an office (except for Geneva) or EOR contracting options available may be considered for the right candidate.
- Contract: Fixed, 1 year renewable.
- Travel: Up to 30%
- Salary/benefits: Grade 9 on NRC’s Resident 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.
Find out more about the benefits of working for NRC
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 Market Place.
- 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 ho.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.
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
