The purpose of the Head of Programme position is to develop and ensure implementation of holistic high quality programmes, with a focus on their quality, capacity building of staff, fundraising and team management.
The following is a brief description of the role.
Generic responsibilities
Line management for Core Competence Specialists and the Head of Programme Support Unit
Member of the Country Management Group (CMG)
Compliance with and adherence to NRC policies, guidance and procedures
Provide programme input to Country Strategy and Plan of Action
Development of Core Competency strategies
Development of holistic and needs based programmes
Identify funding opportunities, develop funding strategies and forecasts
Grants management, BPO allocations and reporting to donors, including compliance with donor standards
Quality control, M&E and organizational learning
Capacity building of all technical staff 11. In-country representation
Promote the rights of IDPs/returnees in line with the advocacy strategy
Specific responsibilities
ยท Responsible for the CC programmatic input to the contingency plan 2
ยท In view of the COVID-19 pandemic, lead our short term efforts to adapt existing programmes to respond to humanitarian needs and prevent spread and impact of COVID-19
Generic professional competencies:
ยท Extensive experience (min. 4-5 years) from a senior management position in a humanitarian/ recovery context, ideally within Afghanistan. Previous NRC experience is desirable
ยท Experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
ยท Core competency expertise, in one of NRCโs programmes
ยท Documented results related to the positionโs responsibilities
ยท Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile
ยท Fluency in English, both written and verbal Context/Specific skills, knowledge and experience:
Context/ Specific skills, knowledge and experience:
ยท Knowledge of the context in Afghanistan
ยท Experience from advocacy work
ยท Experience with start-up, exit or similar
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What we offer:
ยท Type of contract:** 24 monthsโ employment contract
ยท Salary/benefits: According to NRC salary scale, terms and conditions
ยท Accommodation: NRC provides a secure, independent, accommodation to the successful candidate
ยท Duty station:** Kabul, Afghanistan. This is not a family duty station
ยท Travel:** 40% across Area Offices
NRC might review applications before advert deadline, therefore interested candidates are encouraged to apply early.