NRC ICLA Team Leader Jobs in Ethiopia
NRC ICLA Team Leader Jobs in Ethiopia
Job DescriptionAll NRC employees are expected to work in accordance with the organisation’s core values: dedication, innovation, inclusivity and accountability.
These attitudes and believes shall guide our actions and relationships.
Being an employee of the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) in Ethiopia the ICLA Team Leader is expected to represent NRC in a responsible manner and always act in accordance with NRC’s Code of Conduct.
Roles & Responsibilities
The purpose of the ICLA Team leader position is to implement the delegated Information, Counselling and Legal Assistance (ICLA) project portfolio. The team leader will work closely with the ICLA coordinator to ensure that project implementation is on track.
The team leader will be responsible for implementation of HLP thematic area.
The Coordinator will have overall supervision of all ICLA activities but will lead the Legal identity and civil documentation component.
Generic Responsibilities
Supervise implementation on HLP core competency in Dollo Ado/Melkadida.
Line management of ICLA Officers operating in the Dollo Ado / Melkadida
Adherence to NRC policies, guidance and procedures
Contribute to ICLA strategy development, project proposals and provide input on needs and gaps
Manage and implement delegated portfolio of ICLA projects related to Housing land and property rights (activities, budget and project documentation in line with proposals, strategies and donor requirements, and ensure high technical quality of implementation)
Provide regular progress reports to the Area Manager and/or ICLA Specialist.
Ensure that projects target beneficiaries most in need of protection, explore and assess new and better ways to assist
Promote and share ideas for improvement and necessary changes in the activities
Ensure capacity building of project staff and transfer key skills
Liaise and collaborate with relevant local authorities and other key stakeholders
Specific Responsibilities
In consultation with the ICLA Project Manager and ICLA Project Coordinator, coordinate and facilitate capacity building trainings for humanitarian partners, local authorities and displaced community leaders
Ensure compliance by the ICLA Officers on ICLA policies, and implementation of ICLA case management and M&E tools
Implement HR related processes (recruitment, orientation, training, performance appraisal) with respect to the ICLA Officers
Ensure compliance by the ICLA Officers with NRC’s Human Resource, Financial, Logistics & Security policies and procedures, and amicably resolve any challenges that arise between the ICLA
Officers and NRC’s support departments
Regularly attend relevant HLP working group meetings, Protection Cluster/Sector meetings in area of operation to represent ICLA, gather and share information with partners, advocate on behalf of vulnerable displaced persons facing challenges related to ICLA thematic areas and contribute to the provision of effective and timely humanitarian assistance to displaced persons.
Work with ICLA Officers to implement ICLA activities relating to Housing, Land, and Property in Dollo Ado/Melkadida
Foster productive relationships between ICLA and local authorities / humanitarian partners
Promote synergies between ICLA and other departments within NRC
Be an active member of the Dollo Ado Office Team
Any other task relevant to the position as requested by the line manager
Job Requirements
Qualifications and Competences
Generic professional competencies for this position:
Previous experience from working in a humanitarian/recovery context
Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
Strong communication, interpersonal, analytical and negotiation skills;
Strong organizational and team building skills
Ability to prioritise responsibilities, carry out multiple tasks simultaneously, and meet deadlines
Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile
Ability to work independently whenever required
Context/specific skills, knowledge and experience:
A University degree in law is strongly preferred and will be considered a very strong asset; alternatively, a degree in social science, political science, or a related subject will be considered if the candidate has a sufficiently strong background in protection related work
Minimum 4 years related work experience
Experience from working in a protection or legal assistance implementation position in a humanitarian/recovery context, including the delivery of technical capacity building trainings
Experience with child protection related issues will be considered a very strong asset
Experience in project management, including supervision of staff and ensuring compliance with internal policies and procedures
Significant experience in monitoring, evaluation and reporting on project activities
Prior experience of representing an I/NGO, and advocating on behalf of beneficiaries, in public forums (e.g. Protection Cluster/Sector)
Advanced computer skills, especially in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook
Fluency in written and spoken English & Amharic
Knowledge of Somali language is an asset.
Behavioural Competencies
Planning and delivering results
Empowering and building trust
Analyzing
Handling insecure environments
Team work and team managemen
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; NRC ICLA Team Leader Jobs in Ethiopia
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