INGO Forum Deputy Director at Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC)

Job Description

• All NRC employees are expected to work in accordance with the organization’s values. To be dedicated, innovative, inclusive and accountable are attitudes and beliefs that shall guide our actions and relationships. NRC has a commitment to safety and wellbeing and together we build a positive working culture to feel valued, empowered, supported, safe and have a sense of belonging. NRC does not tolerate employees exploiting or abusing people and has zero tolerance to inaction.

What we are looking for

• The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is seeking a highly qualified, resilient, and dynamic professional to take up the role of INGO Forum Director for Maiduguri, Nigeria. The purpose of the role is to support the forum and its members that offer humanitarian and development aid, and peacebuilding, in Borno, Adamawa and Yobe states by facilitating information exchange, coordination, and advocacy. They will bridge the coordination between Abuja and northeast response to ensure accurate representation and effective decision making. Depending on the needs of the forum, the Deputy Director INGO may be requested to support the forum and its members in Abuja and other locations. 

What you will do

• Proactive agenda setting; facilitating a space for INGO-INGO collaboration; enabling sharing of information and analysis for effective decision-making. 
• High level representation of INGO interests in external meetings and planning efforts nationally; and strategically guide and encourage common advocacy and policy engagement. 
• Manages the Admin & Liaison Technical Officer ensuring that their activities support the overall objectives of NIF in the North East 
• Depending on office arrangements with host INGOs, the DD may be required to provide strategic and day-to-day management of the northwest office (personnel, budget, security, etc.) 
• Ensures compliance with host agency procedures for the operation of NIF’s northeast office 
• Supports the Director in budgeting, budget management, grant management and accountability 
• Be responsive to staff, ready to support them as needed, an advocate for staff well-being 
• Able to appreciate political necessity and delicate policy issues in humanitarian access and the application of principles to programming. 
• Deputise for the Forum Director, when required 

What you will bring

• Advanced degree in relevant field or undergraduate degree with significant field experience.
• 5-7 years of experience in humanitarian /development aid, preferably within complex emergencies and/or access-constrained/insecure areas.
• Demonstratable knowledge of key thematic areas including access, humanitarian principles, community participation
• Proven ability to build relationships and facilitate dialogue among diverse stakeholders.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken with strong writing and editing skills. 
• Knowledge of French is an added value.
• Excellent writing, editing, and analytical abilities.
• Ability to work independently in fast-paced environments.
• Ability to present and represent collective views to various stakeholders.
• Prior experience with INGO consortia/forums is desirable.
• Experience influencing policy change and practice is desirable.
• Knowledge of the Nigeria context or previous experience working in Nigeria or West Africa
• Experience in administration and coordination of coalition or secretariat functions a plus.
• Strong communication, inter-personal, facilitation and diplomatic skills.

What we offer

• Duty station:  Maiduguri Borno State, Nigeria 
• Contract: fixed national contract (Nigeria nationals only), 12 months renewable 
• Travel: 60% (field and capital)
• Salary/benefits: grade 10 on NRC’s salary scale, with accompanying terms and conditions
• 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.