An exciting opportunity to work as a Multi-Core Competency (CC) Project Manager ย for a leading international NGO working in Kharkiv - Ukraineย
What we are looking for:
The purpose of the Multi-Core Competency (CC) Project Manager is to contribute to project implementation in Kharkiv Oblast and surrounding areas. It will predominantly include cooperation with all local stakeholders and partners, serving as the primary point of contact for NRC with beneficiaries and the general public on NRCโs programming in the area, in addition to including supervision of NRC staff in the area of responsibility. The Multi-CC Project Manager, through cooperation and with support of technical and other field staff, will contribute towards: assessmentsย (e.g., on humanitarian needs and safety developments); selection of beneficiariesย for all NRC teams; support for the delivery of humanitarian aid (through in kind distributions and/or market based approaches); and support for monitoring and evaluation (M&E)ย of these activities. The Multi-CC Project Manager will also facilitate information flow between NRC programme staff, relevant sectoral line ministries at the provincial level, beneficiary communities, and other relevant stakeholders, as appropriate. Finally, the Multi-CC Project Manager will support capacity building activities and trainings for NRC staff and other stakeholders, as relevant.
What you will do:
Programme Development:
Ensure availability of up-to-date needs assessment (preferably multi-sectoral) to inform programme design and advocacy efforts; Ensure all relevant stakeholders are included in the planning and implementation of projects Ensure systems for programme quality control, monitoring and evaluation, and incorporate key learning in programme development, adjustment, and implementation; Coordinate and closely support CC Project Coordinators and senior Officers in drawing up plans, proposals, and budgets for new projects/extensions of projects in conjunction with the relevant programme and support staff; Support multi-sectoral emergency preparedness and response as required by the context and management; Ensure the inclusion of cash-based interventions and market-based programmes in area-based strategies and their implementation across and within NRCโs core competencies.Programme Management:
Overall responsibility for effective and efficient management of the field office projects consistent with the project management cycle; Overall programme budget oversight for all projects/portfolio implemented in the province and ensure appropriate burn-rates are maintained and that solutions to over/under expenditure are applied; Responsible for providing implementation support and guidance to CC Coordinators/ Officers, including but not limited to providing instructions on work plans, approving expenses/procurement, recruitments, reporting, etc., in close coordination and collaboration with the East Area Management Team and CC Project Managers based in Dnipro; Responsible for providing timely and methodical updates regarding the context, needs, and trends to the Area Manager and Area Programme Manager; Support the field-based staff, by reporting on potential conflicts of interest, fraud, protection concerns, and any other effects related to NRCโs assistance. Provide an enabling environment for the implementation of cash-based interventions, including multi-purpose cash assistance, emergency cash responses.Logistics, Finance, and Human Resource Management:
Ensure appropriate Financial and Logistical NRC systems/ procedures are adhered to within the programme team; Support CC Coordinators/ Officers and ensure timely and accurate development of procurement plans, recruitment plans, and spending plans per project and ensure the same is shared with relevant support colleagues; In line with project needs and funding availability, continuously and proactively plan programme staff requirements and liaise with HR and Admin to ensure the same; Performance management of all direct reports, including regular 1:1 meetings and completion of work and development plans; Responsible for ensuring systematic capacity development and training of CC Coordinators/ Officers, particularly around implementation and reporting capacities.ย Coordination and Representation:
Responsible for attending relevant cluster meetings and coordination fora, representing NRC strictly within the limit set out by the Area and Country Office, including promoting the rights of IDPs/returnees in line with NRCโs Advocacy Strategy; Conduct senior representation at provincial and district levels and promote strong working relationships with government counterparts; In line with NRCโs standards, ensure communication plans are implemented, stakeholders are informed on NRCโs activities, and the organisation is well accepted by communities. In charge of producing weekly and monthly situation reports, flash reports or any other reports as requested by the Area Manager and Area Programme Manager.Please download theย detailed job descriptionย to learn more about the position.ย ย
What you will bring
What we offer
Duty station: Kharkiv - Ukraineย Contract: national contract, 12 monthsย Travel: up to 30%ย Salary/benefits: grade X on NRCโs regional salary scale, withย 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.Find out more about the benefits of working for NRC
Important information about the application process
Internal candidates only: please click on the suitcase icon labelled โI am an employeeโ to be redirected to NRCโs internal careers site. When creating your profile, include your full name as given on your passport. Complete all the system-required fields for experience, employment history and education. Submit your application and CV in English, taking care to attach your latest CV. 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. Nationals from Central and Eastern Europe are highly encouraged to apply. EU nationals and those with the right to work in Ukraine will be prioritized.ย If you have any questions about this role, please email ceero.recruitment@nrc.noย with the job title as the subject line.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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We have been present in Ukraine since 2014, helping more than 700,000 people with food, shelter, water, sanitation, and legal assistance. Following the escalation of conflict on 24 February 2022, we scaled up our work inside Ukraine and its neighbouring countries Poland, Moldova and Romania. Today we support hundreds of thousands of people in the region, both directly and through local partners.
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:
do demanding and professional work, often in challenging contexts join a work culture that empowers every employee to share ideas and take responsibility be part of a welcoming and supportive community committed to human dignityLearn more about NRC The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is an independent humanitarian organisation helping people forced to flee. We work in crises across more than 31 countries, providing emergencies and long-term assistance to millions of people every year. We stand up for people forced to flee, advocating their rights. NORCAP, our global provider of expertise, helps improve international and local ability to prevent, prepare for, respond to and recover from crises. NRC also runs the Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre in Geneva, a global leader in reporting on and advocating for people displaced within their own country. Employment with NRC may lead to employment in or deployment to Regions, Countries, Areas or Offices that may be host to considerable health, safety and security risks. NRC takes this very seriously and we have procedures in place to reduce known risks, but will never be able to take away all risks. NRC is an equal opportunities employer and aims to have staffing diversity in terms of age, gender, ethnicity, nationality and physical ability.