ICLA Project Manager (Internal) (South Kordofan) – NRC
Job Description
| Organization | The Norwegian Refugee Council |
| Job Identification | 11615 |
| Job Category | Information, Counselling and Legal Assistance |
| Apply Before | 24/07/2023 |
| Location | Kadugli |
| Job Schedule | Full time |
(Open to internal applicants only)
The purpose of the ICLA Project Manager is to oversee the implementation of the ICLA programme in South Kordofan, Sudan.
Specific responsibilities
- Budget and administrative responsibility for geographic area and as within the ICLA project identified by the Area Manager.
- Implementation of the ICLA project in accordance with agreements applicable to the grant from the donor(s) and NRC principles and ways of working.
- Prepare all relevant project documentation to ensure implementation of activities in accordance with ICLA policies and guidelines.
- Monitor, evaluate and suggest changes and improvements in the project and materials based on observations and discussions with the ICLA staff and the ICLA Specialist.
- Prepare monthly summary reports on implementation and guide ICLA team on preparation of these documents and reports.
- Develop Area level ICLA strategy which will contribute to the NRC’s ICLA country strategy, action plans especially Detailed Implementation Plan, and priorities for the ICLA sector in South Kordofan and in-country.
- Communicate with and obtain necessary agreements and understanding from local authorities and partners in ICLA areas of responsibility in discussion with AM, ICLA Specialist and in line with the NRC protocol for communication.
- Communicate, exchange information and co-operate with relevant external actors in the areas of responsibility determined by the ICLA Specialist and the AM.
- Conduct regular meetings with beneficiaries, community management committees, local authorities and partners on LCD, HLP including CDR and other related issues.
- Recruit, train, and build capacity of ICLA staff to implement ICLA project
- Assess longer term needs for capacity building among staff jointly with Specialist.
- Capacity building of local ICLA partner including liaising closely with said partner on Action Plans and definition of respective roles and responsibilities for NRC and local partner
- Draft Technical Agreement, with support from AM for the consideration of government, local partner and NRC management
- Regularly attend relevant Protection and Durable Solutions Cluster/Sector meetings in area of operation to represent ICLA, gather and share information with partners, advocate on behalf of vulnerable displaced persons facing HLP, civil documentation, legal identity, and related challenges, and contribute to the provision of effective and timely humanitarian assistance to displaced persons.
- Supervise and train the ICLA project team focusing on efficient planning, coordination, implementation and monitoring and evaluation of the project activities
- Assist the ICLA Specialist and the AM in identification of new project areas of intervention where relevant.
- Assist the Area manager in any additional tasks or delegation when needed.
- Assist the ICLA Specialist in any additional tasks when needed
Generic professional competencies:
- Minimum first level university degree in relevant and related field
- Minimum 3 years of experience at a senior level project implementation position in a humanitarian/early recovery context
- Experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
- Technical ICLA expertise, especially in the fields of information dissemination, Collaborative Dispute Resolution (CDR), HLP, and legal identity documentation.
- Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
- Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile
- Fluency in English, both written and verbal
- Solid understanding and experience of displacement crisis contexts
- Experience working on Refugee Status, Immigration and Legal residency (RSD), Access to Essential Services (AES), Internally Displaced Persons Registration (IDPR) and Employment Laws and Procedures (ELP) including work rights is an asset
Context skills, knowledge and experience:
- Knowledge of the context in Sudan is desirable but not essential
- Knowledge of the legal infrastructure in Sudan desirable but not essential
- Fluency in English is required. Arabic, both written and verbal, is an added advantage.
- Experience with Start-up in ICLA programming is an advantage but not essential
What We Offer
Female candidates are strongly encouraged to join our work culture that empowers every employee to share ideas and take responsibility: At NRC, we think outside the box. We encourage ideas and give responsibility to all employees at all levels, to help solve the complex issues that we face. You will have many opportunities to be heard and take the initiative
- 12 months fixed term contract
- We aim to attract internationally experienced candidates but if a national candidate is selected, the national salary scale will apply.
- An opportunity to match your career to a compelling cause
- A chance to meet and work with people who are the best in their fields
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