Norwegian Refugee Council Project Manager Jobs in Kenya
Norwegian Refugee Council Project Manager Jobs in Kenya
The Norwegian Refugee Council in Kenya is looking for a Project Manager to implement two key 3-year integrated Core Competence multi-year development projects.
The two projects are focused on supporting improved livelihoods and self-reliance of refugees with Livelihoods and Food Security (LFS), Education (youth) and Information, Counselling and Legal Assistance (ICLA) in an integrated fashion.
The role involves both internal project management and managing Project Coordinators to ensure the project work plans, M&E work plans and procurement plans are developed and adhered to.The position will be based out of the Dadaab Area Office, with frequent field travel.
Job Description
Management and overall coordination for integrated CC projects implementation in line with proposals, strategies and donor requirements.
Start-up of new projects in terms of the development of project work plans and other supporting documents.
Primary liaison with Danish Refugee Council (lead-applicant for a consortium) and International Trade Centre (key partner in the delivery of market-driven approaches under projects).
Represent NRC in key Dadaab camp and Garissa-level coordination forums.
Liaise and collaborate with relevant local authorities and other key stakeholders for effective project implementation.
Manage Project Coordinators, and ensure capacity development of project staff and transfer key skills.
Ensure the development and review of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and supporting documents and monitor their use in project activities.
Ensuring in consultation with the M&E team, that strong M&E work plans are in place and are delivered. Support regular review and learning events on the basis of M&E.
Ensure donor compliance in project implementation and coordinate timely project reporting to donors.
Support the development of new funding proposals identified by NRC.
Qualifications
Minimum first level university/bachelor's degree in relevant field
Minimum 4 years of
experience from a senior level project implementation position in a humanitarian/recovery context
Experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
Technical Livelihoods and Food Security expertise
Fluency in English, both written and verbal
Knowledge of the humanitarian and development context related to refugees in Kenya, specific experience in Dadaab highly desirable.
Experience with project start up
Experience with managing integrated projects across different sectors
Experience managing and lead large teams
Personal qualities
Managing resources to optimize results
Managing performance and development
Empowering and building trust
Handling insecure environments
Excellent communication and team building skills
We offer
Duty Station: Dadaab, Kenya
Travel: 10% travel to Nairobi; frequent travel to field (weekly) and Garissa town (as required)
Contract Duration: 12 months, with possible extension
Salary/Benefits: Competitive compensation and benefits package
NRC may be required to verify the identify of its partners and check that its partners have not been involved in illegal activity.
NRC reserves the right to use electronic screening tools for this purpose.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should apply online by 5th March 2019
To see the full job description and apply, please visit our website www.nrc.no/vacancies
Females and Kenyan nationals are highly encouraged to apply for this position
For more information and job application details, see; Norwegian Refugee Council Project Manager Jobs in Kenya
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