Head of Programme CAR Bangui, October 2024

Background

The Central African Republic (CAR) continues to face enormous humanitarian needs due to years of conflict and instability. In 2024, half of the population is in need of humanitarian assistance (2.8 million people) and about 40% of the population fears for their safety. Around 500,000 people live in protracted displacement and depend on humanitarian assistance and protection to survive, while more than 2 million people face food insecurity.

NRC has been present in CAR since 2014 and currently employs 11 international staff and around 165 national staff. NRC operations cover a wide geographical area with activities spread across strategic prefectures throughout the country such as Mambere Kadei, Nana Mambere and Ouham Pendé in the west, Nana Gribizi, Kemo and Ouham Fafa in the center, Basse-Kotto in the south, Ombella Mpoko in the southwest. NRC operates from three field/area offices in Bouar, Kaga Bandoro and Alindao, and a country office in Bangui, the capital.

The programme portfolio includes six core competencies (CC): ICLA (Information, Counselling and Legal Assistance), Livelihoods and Food Security, WaSH, Shelter, Education as well as Protection from Violence.

What you will do:

In this position, you will:

Responsible for the development and update of the fundraising strategy in line with the country strategy and programme development needs.
Lead the programme teams on the development of cost-effective and evidence-based concept notes, project proposals, and budget development for scale-up and post emergency programming including innovative interventions ensuring plans are in line with the country strategy and NRC policies.
Ensure the quality of the country multi-sectorial integrated programme follows international standards, the NRC response policy, NRC safe and inclusive programming (SIP) all along the programme management cycle
Work with the Country Director to support the identification of evidence gaps in programme and, in-line with national, regional, and international strategies, collate evidence to undertake advocacy and communication initiatives
Ensure appropriate accountability mechanisms as feedback and complaint response mechanisms are well vulgarized amongst communities, key feedback and complaints are acted upon and learning integrated in the programme cycle
In conjunction with the Country Director, liaise with donors on new funding and operational areas of programming, and for all grant management and reporting requirements.
Ensure NRC’s MEL data collection systems are in place, information is properly stored, analysed and reported, learning is documented, assimilated, and used to improve future programmes.
Identify and work with a diverse group of local stakeholders as partners in alignment with the local humanitarian leadership’s objectives of the country office

What you will bring:

Generic professional competencies for this position:

Minimum 3 years’ experience in a senior management position in a humanitarian/ recovery context
Experience working in complex and volatile contexts
Field and programme experience is an added advantage.
Knowledge of cash-based interventions and market-based programmes
Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile
Fluency in French and English, both written and verbal

Context-specific skills, knowledge, and experience:

Experience of working in a neglected or forgotten crisis (with little or no media attention)
Experience with improving programme quality and standards
Documented success of achieving significant donor funding

What we offer:

Duty station: Bangui (non-family duty station)
Contract: 24-month contract (possible extension, dependent on performance & funding)
Travel: up to 25%
Salary/benefits: grade 11 on NRC’s scale with 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.

Important information about the application process:

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 or French, ensuring 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, as a result only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
We invite applications from all qualified and interested candidates. Send in your application by 6th October 2024.
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.

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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