What we are looking for
NRC is looking for a Programme Advisor, Assistance to join the Myanmar mission. The role holder will support the nationalisation of the Core Competency Specialists in NRC Myanmar. The role requires a technical background in Assistance and will oversee the nationalisation the Shelter; Water, Sanitation, & Hygiene; and Cash Specialists.ย
If you are a dynamic and empowering leader with a passion for coaching and mentoring; capable of fostering growth and development within a team; someone who thrives on building individual and collective capacity, providing guidance, and creating an environment where staff feel inspired to succeed and excel; with a proven ability to identify potential, nurture talent, and support staff in overcoming challenges; and who excels at recognising individual strengths while also identifying development areas and actively supporting staff to address thoseย then this is the role for you!
*** This position is only open to internal NRC employees ***
What you will do
Technical leadership for programme quality and assurance.Programme implementationย support.Management of staff.Donor representation and funding proposals support.Recruitment of national Core Competency Specialists.Capacity building planย development, ensure technical training and support. Coaching, mentoring, shadowing, and other support as required.We highly encourage you to learn more about the role:ย please review the full Job Description here.What you will bring
Assistanceย expertise andย experience in a humanitarian/recovery context.Mentoring, coaching, and capacity building proven track record.capacity building plansย expertise.Strategic processesย leadership exposure.Proposal and funding development experience.Complex, and volatile context exposure.Myanmar contextย exposure and knowledge.Englishย fluency, both written and verbal.What makes this position attractive?
What we offer
Yangon, Myanmar duty station, subject to receiving appropriate documentation. Currently, international visas and work permits are subject to considerable delays. The successful candidate will be expected to work from home/remotely for extended periods of time.12-monthย contract duration.20% travel, approximately.Grade 9ย in NRCโs International Salary Scale, with accompanying terms and conditions. NRC offers a competitive compensation and benefits package.NRC is an equal opportunities employer and aims to have staffing diversity in terms of age, gender, 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.Find out more about the benefits of working for NRC.Important information about the application process
To apply, log in with your official NRC email addressย or click on Opportunity Marketplace.ย This position is only open to internal NRC employees.When creating your profile, include your full name as per your passport.Apply by completing all the system-required fields of your experience, employment history, and education in your application.Ensure to attach your latest CV.Submit your application and CV in English.Donโt meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. NRC is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if youโre excited about this role and you meet most, but not all the requirements, we encourage you to apply anyway.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.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We receive many applicants for each vacant position. Unfortunately, we do not have the resources to give detailed feedback to applicants who have not been shortlisted.For any queries, please email us atย aela.recruitment@nrc.no with โAssistance Programme Advisor Myanmarโ as the subject line. This email address is for queries only. Applications will not be accepted via email.Please note that NRC does not request any fees in connection with its recruitment processes.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.
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NRC responds to the diverse needs faced by populations in Myanmar through the delivery of integrated programming and advocacy to ensure that conflict and displacement-affected communities can meet their needs and exercise their rights. NRC works with a range of different local and international partners to deliver a multi-faceted response that includes emergency response to rapid onset needs, providing essential services to internally displaced people in protracted displacement, and contributing to pathways to durable solutions.
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:
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