Context
Niger faces three major humanitarian crises. The first humanitarian crisis is along the Malian border in Tillabéri and Tahoua, where attacks attributed to armed Islamist groups have spilled into Niger. The second crisis is due to Boko Haram insurgencies in the Lake Chad Basin which mainly affects Diffa region, the third is the presence of 35,000 refugees in Maradi region, exacerbated by increasing cross-border violence and banditry from Nigeria. According to the Humanitarian Needs Overview (HNO) 2023, an estimated 4.3 million people are in need of humanitarian aid. 2.7 million people have been targeted by the humanitarian response plan, with around 1.5 million people in need of protection.
Another situation of humanitarian interest is that Niger is a transit country for north-bound migrants and has developed into a major hub of migratory movements northwards to Algeria and Libya.
NRC set-up an Area Office in Niamey in 2019 covering field offices in Tillabéri, Maradi, and Tahoua and has been established as a full-fledged country programme since June 2023.
In order to contribute to the protection challenges faced by displaced populations, NRC is looking for a Shelter & Wash Programme Development Manager (PDM) who will take the lead on the design, development and quality implementation of the Shelter & Wash programme in Niger in close collaboration with the other technical program departments. The PDM will also support and manage the program implementation in close collaboration with Area Managers under the supervision of the Head of Programme (HoP).
Role and responsibilities
- Develop Shelter and Settlements, as well as WASH, strategies, technical Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) / guidelines and Macro Log-Frames
- Provide technical direction and project implementation support.
- Compliance and adherence to NRC policies, CC tools, handbooks and guidelines
- Responsible for the development and management of funding proposals, project budgets and donor reports.
- Liaise and collaborate with relevant local and national authorities, government ministries and stakeholders and represent NRC in relevant forums/cluster/working groups.
- Actively promote and operationalize synergies between WASH-Shelter and other NRC programmes to move toward integrated programming (focus on Education, LFS, protection and ICLA)
- Overall technical management of Shelter and WASH project staff
- Coordinate and manage Shelter and WASH project implementation (activities, budget, and project documentation) in line with proposals, strategies and donor requirements.
- Ensure capacity building of project staff and transfer key skills.
- Promote the rights of IDPs/returnees in line with the advocacy strategy
What you will bring:
- Minimum 4 years’ experience from working as a Programme Manager/Specialist/PDM in humanitarian and recovery contexts.
- Experience from working in complex and volatile contexts.
- Technical Shelter and/or WASH expertise – at least a solid experience of Shelter programming areas and working understanding of WASH.
- Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities.
- Knowledge and skills in market analysis, cash-based interventions, and market-based programs
- Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile
- Fluency in French & professional proficiency in English, both written and verbal
- Valid driver’s license
- Knowledge of the Sahel context specifically Niger humanitarian context.
- Experience with start-up or expansion of new programmes.
- A clear interest and understanding of Protection Mainstreaming (Safe & Inclusive Programming)
- Experience in team capacity building.
- Knowledge, experience, and skills with market-based programming, is required.
- Knowledge and experience with both household food security and livelihood analysis is required.
- Experience in developing professional networks, partnerships and external representation is required.
- Experience designing relevant assessments and multi-sectoral needs assessments and analysis is required.
What we offer:
- Duty station: Niamey, Niger
- Contract: 12-month contract (possible extension, dependent on performance & funding)
- Travel: up to 50%
- Salary/benefits: grade 9 on NRC’s scale
- 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 May 2024.
- If you have any questions about this role, please email [email protected]with the job title as the subject line.
- Must be legally eligible to work in the specified country. Please note that we are unable to provide work permits or visa sponsorships for this 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.
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.
More Information
- Job City Niamey
