NRC has been present in Nigeria since 2015 and has been working to help displacement-affected communities meet their basic needs, improve their livelihoods, access essential services, and enhance their resilience to future shocks through our six core competencies: water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH), Shelter, Education, Information-Counselling and Legal Assistance (ICLA), Livelihoods and Food Security (LFS), Camp Management, and Protection. NRC provides immediate assistance during the onset of emergencies through the rapid response mechanism (RRM). With a workforce of 370 staff and a presence in key locations such as Maiduguri (in Borno State), Yola (in Adamawa State) and Jos (in Plateau State), NRC can respond to the needs of those affected by the conflict across North-East, and North Central Nigeria.
These strategic locations have allowed NRC greater reach from the north and south parts of the North-East and North Central region and allowed NRC to contribute to bridging the gap between humanitarian aid and development cooperation, including by focusing on equitable access to basic services and strengthening the rights of displaced people and returnees. In addition to the Country Office and the above-mentioned Area Offices, NRC has sub-office structures in Dikwa, Monguno, Biu, Mubi, Pulka and Gwoza.
We are looking for people who are passionate about helping refugees and people forced to flee.
If you are those people, the Norwegian Refugee Council in Nigeria is looking for an enthusiastic and passionate Information-Counselling and Legal Assistance Technical Assistance to join our team in Jos, Plateau State. You will assist in the day-to-day implementation of ICLA project activities.
Below is a brief summary of the role. Please download the Job Description for further details.
Generic responsibilities
- Ensure adherence with NRC policies, tools, handbooks and guidelines
- Implement delegated CC project portfolio according to plan of action
- Prepare and develop status reports as required by management
- Ensure proper filing of documents
- Ensure that projects target beneficiaries most in need, and explore and asses new and better ways to assist
- Promote and share ideas for technical improvement
Specific responsibilities
- Assist in organizing and delivering tasks in line with priorities and standards;
- Assist in the development and adapting training and information dissemination materials;
- Contribute to organisational learning through the provision specific technical analysis, lessons learned and reports;
- Assist in ensuring that projects target beneficiaries most in need of protection, explore and asses new and better ways of assistance;
- Assist in monitoring and reporting on the project activities and ensure compliance with plans and NRC standards;
- Ensure proper filing of relevant documents according to procedures;
- Assist in the development of status reports, including documentation of project achievements and deliverables; and
- Perform any other professional duties as requested by the coordinator and Project Manager.
Below is a brief summary of the role. Please download the Job Description for further details.
Qualifications
Professional competencies
- Degree in Law, Political Science, International Relations, or Social Sciences.
- Minimum 2 years of experience in a humanitarian context.
- Demonstrated knowledge of housing, land and property and dispute resolution mechanisms.
- Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities.
- Fluency in English, both written and verbal.
Context related skills, knowledge and experience
- Knowledge of the context in Plateau State.
- Ability to speak Hausa and one additional local language preferred.
- Candidates from Plateau State preferred.
Behavioral competencies
- Handling insecure environments
- Managing resources to optimize results
- Empowering and building trust
- Managing performance and development
- Planning and delivering results
What’s in it for you?
Join a work culture that empowers every employee to share ideas and take responsibility:
At NRC we think creatively. 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.
Learn on the job: NRC’s collaborative working style favours the exchange of good practice and lessons learnt. At NRC, employees learn on the job and are encouraged to look for opportunities to develop new competencies. NRC managers prioritise the quality work and the competency development of their staff. This entails giving newcomers a good start, following up, training and mentoring employees to allow them to perform well in their current job, and offering learning and development programmes.
