Ongoing Recruitment at the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC), 17th Dec.

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a non-governmental, humanitarian organization with 60 years of experience in helping to create a safer and more dignified life for refugees and internally displaced people. NRC advocates for the rights of displaced populations and offers assistance within the shelter, education, emergency food security, legal assistance, and water,sanitation and hygiene sectors.

The Norwegian Refugee Council has approximately 5000 committed and competent employees involved in projects across four continents. In addition, NRC runs one of the world’s largest standby rosters -NORCAP, with 650 professionals, ready to be deployed on 72 hours notice when a crisis occurs

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

 

Job Title: ICLA Officer

Ref. nr.: 3996574466
Location: Gwoza, Borno
Commencement: January 2019
Duration: 12 months
Reports to: ICLA Coordinator

Background

  • NRC is looking for an ICLA Officer for our area office in Maiduguri in Northern Nigeria. The purpose of the ICLA Officer is to ensure the Implementation and impact of ICLA programme activities in Maiduguri and in the field offices
  • NRC initiated country operations in Nigeria in June 2015, in order to respond to the critical and increasing needs in the country. NRC currently has a full team based in Maiduguri and a coordination office in Abuja. NRC is currently providing services across various sectors namely; Shelter and Non-Food Items (NFI); Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Promotion (WASH); Livelihoods and Food Security; and Information, Counselling and Legal Assistance (ICLA) and Education in order to address identified humanitarian needs.

Job Description

  • Implement the legal assistance programs including Housing, Land and Property, Conflict Dispute Resolution and identity documentation activities innovatively to adapt to location and context, in line with proposals, strategies and donor requirements and optimise opportunities for synergies
  • Contribute to the Development and planning procedures and tools for implementation of ICLA projects in line with proposals, strategies and donor requirements
  • Document project achievements and deliverables
  • Monitor technical quality of ICLA projects and maintain transparency of implementation progress
  • Contribute to an effective M&E system in the country
  • Support and integrate gender, protection and advocacy priorities into ICLA programme design
  • Contribute to the development of funding proposal, project budgets and donor reports
  • Involve and inform communities and community leaders about the activities to ensure accountability.

Qualifications

  • Minimum: Bachelor of Law Degree and must have been called to the Nigerian BAR (be able to practice as a lawyer in Nigeria) and be conversant with international humanitarian and Human Rights law
  • Minimum 3 years’ experience as a practicing lawyer.
  • Knowledge of the laws and policies governing Housing Land and Property issues and Identity documentation is mandatory
  • Experience from working as a Project Officer in a humanitarian/recovery context
  • Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
  • Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
  • Fluency in written and oral English
  • Computer literacy in word processing and spreadsheets is required
  • Knowledge of the context in Nigeria
  • Fluency in one or more of the national/regional languages (Hausa and Kanuri preferred)
  • Experience with humanitarian activities

Education field:

  • Law

Education level:

  • College / University, Master / Phd grade

Personal Qualities:

  • Planning and delivering results
  • Empowering and building trust
  • Handling insecure environment
  • Ability to work under pressure, independently and with limited supervision.
  • Highest standards of ethics and integrity
  • Communicating with impact and respect: All employees of the Norwegian Refugee Council should be able to adhere to our Code of Conduct and the four organizational values: Dedicated, innovative, inclusive and accountable.

Language:

  • Hausa
  • English

We Offer

  • Salary/benefits: According to NRC’s general directions – Grade Level 5 Step1(Officer).
  • Duty station: Maiduguri, with frequent travels. Travel outside Maiduguri is dependent on changing security conditions, especially for certain roads in the area.
  • Approved health certficate will be requested before contract start.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

 

Job Title: ICLA Officer

Ref. nr.: 3996574466
Location: Pulka, Borno
Commencement: January 2019
Duration: 12 months
Reports to: ICLA Coordinator

Background

  • NRC is looking for an ICLA Officer for our area office in Maiduguri in Northern Nigeria. The purpose of the ICLA Officer is to ensure the Implementation and impact of ICLA programme activities in Maiduguri and in the field offices
  • NRC initiated country operations in Nigeria in June 2015, in order to respond to the critical and increasing needs in the country. NRC currently has a full team based in Maiduguri and a coordination office in Abuja. NRC is currently providing services across various sectors namely; Shelter and Non-Food Items (NFI); Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Promotion (WASH); Livelihoods and Food Security; and Information, Counselling and Legal Assistance (ICLA) and Education in order to address identified humanitarian needs.

Job Description

  • Implement the legal assistance programs including Housing, Land and Property, Conflict Dispute Resolution and identity documentation activities innovatively to adapt to location and context, in line with proposals, strategies and donor requirements and optimise opportunities for synergies
  • Contribute to the Development and planning procedures and tools for implementation of ICLA projects in line with proposals, strategies and donor requirements
  • Document project achievements and deliverables
  • Monitor technical quality of ICLA projects and maintain transparency of implementation progress
  • Contribute to an effective M&E system in the country
  • Support and integrate gender, protection and advocacy priorities into ICLA programme design
  • Contribute to the development of funding proposal, project budgets and donor reports
  • Involve and inform communities and community leaders about the activities to ensure accountability.

Qualifications

  • Minimum: Bachelor of Law Degree and must have been called to the Nigerian BAR (be able to practice as a lawyer in Nigeria) and be conversant with international humanitarian and Human Rights law
  • Minimum 3 years’ experience as a practicing lawyer.
  • Knowledge of the laws and policies governing Housing Land and Property issues and Identity documentation is mandatory
  • Experience from working as a Project Officer in a humanitarian/recovery context
  • Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
  • Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
  • Fluency in written and oral English
  • Computer literacy in word processing and spreadsheets is required
  • Knowledge of the context in Nigeria
  • Fluency in one or more of the national/regional languages (Hausa and Kanuri preferred)
  • Experience with humanitarian activities

Education field:

  • Law

Education level:

  • College / University, Master / Phd grade

Personal Qualities:

  • Planning and delivering results
  • Empowering and building trust
  • Handling insecure environment
  • Ability to work under pressure, independently and with limited supervision.
  • Highest standards of ethics and integrity
  • Communicating with impact and respect: All employees of the Norwegian Refugee Council should be able to adhere to our Code of Conduct and the four organizational values: Dedicated, innovative, inclusive and accountable.

Language:

  • Hausa
  • English

We Offer

  • Salary/benefits: According to NRC’s general directions – Grade Level 5 Step1(Officer).
  • Duty station: Maiduguri, with frequent travels. Travel outside Maiduguri is dependent on changing security conditions, especially for certain roads in the area.
  • Approved health certficate will be requested before contract start.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

 

Job Title: ICLA Team Leader

Locations: Mubi (Adamawa) and Maiduguri, Monguno, Dikwa, Damasak (Borno)
Commencement: January 2018
Duration: 12 months
Report to ICLA Coordinator

Job Summary

  • NRC is looking for an ICLA Team Leader for our area office in Maiduguri,and sub filed offices in Monguno, Mubi, and Dikwa/Damasak in Northern Nigeria. The purpose of the ICLA Team Leader is to ensure the Implementation and impact of ICLA programme activities in our sub field office
  • NRC initiated country operations in Nigeria in June 2015, in order to respond to the critical and increasing needs in the country. NRC currently has a full team based in Maiduguri and a coordination office in Abuja. NRC is currently providing services across various sectors namely; Shelter and Non-Food Items (NFI); Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Promotion (WASH); Livelihoods and Food Security; and Information, Counselling and Legal Assistance (ICLA) and Education in order to address identified humanitarian needs.

Job Descriptions

  • Provide oversight for the ICLA response in Borno and Adamawa States where ICLA operates.
  • Manage, supervise and support ICLA teams through capacity building activities and on-the-job training for frontline workers and key actors
  • Develop, implement and oversee the activities implementation work plan in line with ICLA objectives
  • Ensure standardization of activities according to the ICLA policy and handbook
  • Ensure the implementation of the safe identification reporting and referral system
  • Monitor and follow-up on the quality of the services provided
  • Conduct regular field visits and spot checks to ICLA field activities
  • Operationalize and mainstream technical inputs from the ICLA PDM, ICLA Coordinators and Officers
  • Contribute to the oversight of officers
  • Assess new locations for ICLA outreach activities
  • Provide oversight for the ICLA response in Borno and Adamawa States where ICLA operates.
  • Manage, supervise and support ICLA teams through capacity building activities and on-the-job training for frontline workers and key actors
  • Develop, implement and oversee the activities implementation work plan in line with ICLA objectives
  • Ensure standardization of activities according to the ICLA policy and handbook
  • Ensure the implementation of the safe identification reporting and referral system
  • Monitor and follow-up on the quality of the services provided
  • Conduct regular field visits and spot checks to ICLA field activities
  • Operationalize and mainstream technical inputs from the ICLA PDM, ICLA Coordinators and Officers
  • Contribute to the oversight of officers
  • Assess new locations for ICLA outreach activities

Qualifications

  • Minimum Bachelor of Law degree and must have been called to the Nigerian BAR (be able to practice as a lawyer in Nigeria) and be conversant with international humanitarian and Human Rights law
  • Minimum 3 years’ experience as a practicing lawyer.
  • Knowledge of the laws and policies governing Housing Land and Property issues and Identity documentation is mandatory
  • Experience from working as a Project Officer in a humanitarian/recovery context
  • Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
  • Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
  • Fluency in written and oral English
  • Computer literacy in word processing and spreadsheets is required
  • Knowledge of the context in Nigeria
  • Fluency in one or more of the national/regional languages (Hausa and kanuri preferred)
  • Experience with humanitarian activities

Education field:

  • Law

Education level:

  • College / University, Bachelor’s degree

Personal Qualities

  • Bachelor’s degree level education in Law.
  • Minimum 3 years of relevant experience within field of expertise
  • Technical specific knowledge from the humanitarian sector
  • Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
  • Experience in working independently in a results-oriented multi-tasking and multi-cultural environment
  • Experience in managing staff
  • Excellent command in Microsoft Applications
  • Documented technical competences related to the position’s responsibilities
  • Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
  • Fluency in English, both written and verbal
  • Fluency in Hausa and/or Kanuri

Duty Stations:

  • Maiduguri, Monguno, Mubi, and Dikwa/Damasak, with frequent travels. Travel outside location is dependent on changing security conditions, especially for certain roads in the area.

Language:

  • Hausa
  • English

We Offer
Salary/Benefits: According to NRC’s general directions – Grade Level 6 Step1(Officer).

Application Closing Date
28th December, 2018.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

 

Job Title: ICLA Officer

Ref. nr.: 3996561517
Location: Maiduguri, Borno
Commencement: January 2019
Duration: 12 months
Reports to: ICLA Coordinator

Background

  • NRC is looking for an ICLA Officer for our area office in Maiduguri in Northern Nigeria. The purpose of the ICLA Officer is to ensure the Implementation and impact of ICLA programme activities in Maiduguri and in the field offices
  • NRC initiated country operations in Nigeria in June 2015, in order to respond to the critical and increasing needs in the country. NRC currently has a full team based in Maiduguri and a coordination office in Abuja. NRC is currently providing services across various sectors namely; Shelter and Non-Food Items (NFI); Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Promotion (WASH); Livelihoods and Food Security; and Information, Counselling and Legal Assistance (ICLA) and Education in order to address identified humanitarian needs.

Job Description

  • Implement the legal assistance programs including Housing, Land and Property, Conflict Dispute Resolution and identity documentation activities innovatively to adapt to location and context, in line with proposals, strategies and donor requirements and optimise opportunities for synergies
  • Contribute to the Development and planning procedures and tools for implementation of ICLA projects in line with proposals, strategies and donor requirements
  • Document project achievements and deliverables
  • Monitor technical quality of ICLA projects and maintain transparency of implementation progress
  • Contribute to an effective M&E system in the country
  • Support and integrate gender, protection and advocacy priorities into ICLA programme design
  • Contribute to the development of funding proposal, project budgets and donor reports
  • Involve and inform communities and community leaders about the activities to ensure accountability.

Qualifications

  • Minimum: Bachelor of Law Degree and must have been called to the Nigerian BAR (be able to practice as a lawyer in Nigeria) and be conversant with international humanitarian and Human Rights law
  • Minimum 3 years’ experience as a practicing lawyer.
  • Knowledge of the laws and policies governing Housing Land and Property issues and Identity documentation is mandatory
  • Experience from working as a Project Officer in a humanitarian/recovery context
  • Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
  • Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
  • Fluency in written and oral English
  • Computer literacy in word processing and spreadsheets is required
  • Knowledge of the context in Nigeria
  • Fluency in one or more of the national/regional languages (Hausa and Kanuri preferred)
  • Experience with humanitarian activities

Education field:

  • Law

Education level:

  • College / University, Master / Phd grade

Personal Qualities:

  • Planning and delivering results
  • Empowering and building trust
  • Handling insecure environment
  • Ability to work under pressure, independently and with limited supervision.
  • Highest standards of ethics and integrity
  • Communicating with impact and respect: All employees of the Norwegian Refugee Council should be able to adhere to our Code of Conduct and the four organizational values: Dedicated, innovative, inclusive and accountable.

Language:

  • Hausa
  • English

We Offer

  • Salary/benefits: According to NRC’s general directions – Grade Level 5 Step1(Officer).
  • Duty station: Maiduguri, with frequent travels. Travel outside Maiduguri is dependent on changing security conditions, especially for certain roads in the area.
  • Approved health certficate will be requested before contract start.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

 

Job Title: ICLA Officer

Ref. nr.: 3996565503
Location: Monguno, Borno
Commencement: January 2019
Duration: 12 months
Reports to: ICLA Coordinator

Background

  • NRC is looking for an ICLA Officer for our area office in Maiduguri in Northern Nigeria. The purpose of the ICLA Officer is to ensure the Implementation and impact of ICLA programme activities in Maiduguri and in the field offices
  • NRC initiated country operations in Nigeria in June 2015, in order to respond to the critical and increasing needs in the country. NRC currently has a full team based in Maiduguri and a coordination office in Abuja. NRC is currently providing services across various sectors namely; Shelter and Non-Food Items (NFI); Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Promotion (WASH); Livelihoods and Food Security; and Information, Counselling and Legal Assistance (ICLA) and Education in order to address identified humanitarian needs.

Job Description

  • Implement the legal assistance programs including Housing, Land and Property, Conflict Dispute Resolution and identity documentation activities innovatively to adapt to location and context, in line with proposals, strategies and donor requirements and optimise opportunities for synergies
  • Contribute to the Development and planning procedures and tools for implementation of ICLA projects in line with proposals, strategies and donor requirements
  • Document project achievements and deliverables
  • Monitor technical quality of ICLA projects and maintain transparency of implementation progress
  • Contribute to an effective M&E system in the country
  • Support and integrate gender, protection and advocacy priorities into ICLA programme design
  • Contribute to the development of funding proposal, project budgets and donor reports
  • Involve and inform communities and community leaders about the activities to ensure accountability.

Qualifications

  • Minimum: Bachelor of Law Degree and must have been called to the Nigerian BAR (be able to practice as a lawyer in Nigeria) and be conversant with international humanitarian and Human Rights law
  • Minimum 3 years’ experience as a practicing lawyer.
  • Knowledge of the laws and policies governing Housing Land and Property issues and Identity documentation is mandatory
  • Experience from working as a Project Officer in a humanitarian/recovery context
  • Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
  • Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
  • Fluency in written and oral English
  • Computer literacy in word processing and spreadsheets is required
  • Knowledge of the context in Nigeria
  • Fluency in one or more of the national/regional languages (Hausa and Kanuri preferred)
  • Experience with humanitarian activities

Education field:

  • Law

Education level:

  • College / University, Master / Phd grade

Personal Qualities:

  • Planning and delivering results
  • Empowering and building trust
  • Handling insecure environment
  • Ability to work under pressure, independently and with limited supervision.
  • Highest standards of ethics and integrity
  • Communicating with impact and respect: All employees of the Norwegian Refugee Council should be able to adhere to our Code of Conduct and the four organizational values: Dedicated, innovative, inclusive and accountable.

Language:

  • Hausa
  • English

We Offer

  • Salary/benefits: According to NRC’s general directions – Grade Level 5 Step1(Officer).
  • Duty station: Maiduguri, with frequent travels. Travel outside Maiduguri is dependent on changing security conditions, especially for certain roads in the area.
  • Approved health certficate will be requested before contract start.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

 

Job Title: ICLA Officer

Ref. nr.: 3996568082
Location: Dikwa, Borno
Commencement: January 2019
Duration: 12 months
Reports to: ICLA Coordinator

Background

  • NRC is looking for an ICLA Officer for our area office in Maiduguri in Northern Nigeria. The purpose of the ICLA Officer is to ensure the Implementation and impact of ICLA programme activities in Maiduguri and in the field offices
  • NRC initiated country operations in Nigeria in June 2015, in order to respond to the critical and increasing needs in the country. NRC currently has a full team based in Maiduguri and a coordination office in Abuja. NRC is currently providing services across various sectors namely; Shelter and Non-Food Items (NFI); Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Promotion (WASH); Livelihoods and Food Security; and Information, Counselling and Legal Assistance (ICLA) and Education in order to address identified humanitarian needs.

Job Description

  • Implement the legal assistance programs including Housing, Land and Property, Conflict Dispute Resolution and identity documentation activities innovatively to adapt to location and context, in line with proposals, strategies and donor requirements and optimise opportunities for synergies
  • Contribute to the Development and planning procedures and tools for implementation of ICLA projects in line with proposals, strategies and donor requirements
  • Document project achievements and deliverables
  • Monitor technical quality of ICLA projects and maintain transparency of implementation progress
  • Contribute to an effective M&E system in the country
  • Support and integrate gender, protection and advocacy priorities into ICLA programme design
  • Contribute to the development of funding proposal, project budgets and donor reports
  • Involve and inform communities and community leaders about the activities to ensure accountability.

Qualifications

  • Minimum: Bachelor of Law Degree and must have been called to the Nigerian BAR (be able to practice as a lawyer in Nigeria) and be conversant with international humanitarian and Human Rights law
  • Minimum 3 years’ experience as a practicing lawyer.
  • Knowledge of the laws and policies governing Housing Land and Property issues and Identity documentation is mandatory
  • Experience from working as a Project Officer in a humanitarian/recovery context
  • Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
  • Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
  • Fluency in written and oral English
  • Computer literacy in word processing and spreadsheets is required
  • Knowledge of the context in Nigeria
  • Fluency in one or more of the national/regional languages (Hausa and Kanuri preferred)
  • Experience with humanitarian activities

Education field:

  • Law

Education level:

  • College / University, Master / Phd grade

Personal Qualities:

  • Planning and delivering results
  • Empowering and building trust
  • Handling insecure environment
  • Ability to work under pressure, independently and with limited supervision.
  • Highest standards of ethics and integrity
  • Communicating with impact and respect: All employees of the Norwegian Refugee Council should be able to adhere to our Code of Conduct and the four organizational values: Dedicated, innovative, inclusive and accountable.

Language:

  • Hausa
  • English

We Offer

  • Salary/benefits: According to NRC’s general directions – Grade Level 5 Step1(Officer).
  • Duty station: Maiduguri, with frequent travels. Travel outside Maiduguri is dependent on changing security conditions, especially for certain roads in the area.
  • Approved health certficate will be requested before contract start.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

 

Job Title: ICLA Officer

Ref. nr.: 3996566669
Location: Mubi, Borno
Commencement: January 2019
Duration: 12 months
Reports to: ICLA Coordinator

Background

  • NRC is looking for an ICLA Officer for our area office in Maiduguri in Northern Nigeria. The purpose of the ICLA Officer is to ensure the Implementation and impact of ICLA programme activities in Maiduguri and in the field offices
  • NRC initiated country operations in Nigeria in June 2015, in order to respond to the critical and increasing needs in the country. NRC currently has a full team based in Maiduguri and a coordination office in Abuja. NRC is currently providing services across various sectors namely; Shelter and Non-Food Items (NFI); Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Promotion (WASH); Livelihoods and Food Security; and Information, Counselling and Legal Assistance (ICLA) and Education in order to address identified humanitarian needs.

Job Description

  • Implement the legal assistance programs including Housing, Land and Property, Conflict Dispute Resolution and identity documentation activities innovatively to adapt to location and context, in line with proposals, strategies and donor requirements and optimise opportunities for synergies
  • Contribute to the Development and planning procedures and tools for implementation of ICLA projects in line with proposals, strategies and donor requirements
  • Document project achievements and deliverables
  • Monitor technical quality of ICLA projects and maintain transparency of implementation progress
  • Contribute to an effective M&E system in the country
  • Support and integrate gender, protection and advocacy priorities into ICLA programme design
  • Contribute to the development of funding proposal, project budgets and donor reports
  • Involve and inform communities and community leaders about the activities to ensure accountability.

Qualifications

  • Minimum: Bachelor of Law Degree and must have been called to the Nigerian BAR (be able to practice as a lawyer in Nigeria) and be conversant with international humanitarian and Human Rights law
  • Minimum 3 years’ experience as a practicing lawyer.
  • Knowledge of the laws and policies governing Housing Land and Property issues and Identity documentation is mandatory
  • Experience from working as a Project Officer in a humanitarian/recovery context
  • Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
  • Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
  • Fluency in written and oral English
  • Computer literacy in word processing and spreadsheets is required
  • Knowledge of the context in Nigeria
  • Fluency in one or more of the national/regional languages (Hausa and Kanuri preferred)
  • Experience with humanitarian activities

Education field:

  • Law

Education level:

  • College / University, Master / Phd grade

Personal Qualities:

  • Planning and delivering results
  • Empowering and building trust
  • Handling insecure environment
  • Ability to work under pressure, independently and with limited supervision.
  • Highest standards of ethics and integrity
  • Communicating with impact and respect: All employees of the Norwegian Refugee Council should be able to adhere to our Code of Conduct and the four organizational values: Dedicated, innovative, inclusive and accountable.

Language:

  • Hausa
  • English

We Offer

  • Salary/benefits: According to NRC’s general directions – Grade Level 5 Step1(Officer).
  • Duty station: Maiduguri, with frequent travels. Travel outside Maiduguri is dependent on changing security conditions, especially for certain roads in the area.
  • Approved health certficate will be requested before contract start.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

 

Job Title: ICLA Officer

Ref. nr.: 3996570785
Location: Damasak, Borno
Commencement: January 2019
Duration: 12 months
Reports to: ICLA Coordinator

Background

  • NRC is looking for an ICLA Officer for our area office in Maiduguri in Northern Nigeria. The purpose of the ICLA Officer is to ensure the Implementation and impact of ICLA programme activities in Maiduguri and in the field offices
  • NRC initiated country operations in Nigeria in June 2015, in order to respond to the critical and increasing needs in the country. NRC currently has a full team based in Maiduguri and a coordination office in Abuja. NRC is currently providing services across various sectors namely; Shelter and Non-Food Items (NFI); Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Promotion (WASH); Livelihoods and Food Security; and Information, Counselling and Legal Assistance (ICLA) and Education in order to address identified humanitarian needs.

Job Description

  • Implement the legal assistance programs including Housing, Land and Property, Conflict Dispute Resolution and identity documentation activities innovatively to adapt to location and context, in line with proposals, strategies and donor requirements and optimise opportunities for synergies
  • Contribute to the Development and planning procedures and tools for implementation of ICLA projects in line with proposals, strategies and donor requirements
  • Document project achievements and deliverables
  • Monitor technical quality of ICLA projects and maintain transparency of implementation progress
  • Contribute to an effective M&E system in the country
  • Support and integrate gender, protection and advocacy priorities into ICLA programme design
  • Contribute to the development of funding proposal, project budgets and donor reports
  • Involve and inform communities and community leaders about the activities to ensure accountability.

Qualifications

  • Minimum: Bachelor of Law Degree and must have been called to the Nigerian BAR (be able to practice as a lawyer in Nigeria) and be conversant with international humanitarian and Human Rights law
  • Minimum 3 years’ experience as a practicing lawyer.
  • Knowledge of the laws and policies governing Housing Land and Property issues and Identity documentation is mandatory
  • Experience from working as a Project Officer in a humanitarian/recovery context
  • Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
  • Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
  • Fluency in written and oral English
  • Computer literacy in word processing and spreadsheets is required
  • Knowledge of the context in Nigeria
  • Fluency in one or more of the national/regional languages (Hausa and Kanuri preferred)
  • Experience with humanitarian activities

Education field:

  • Law

Education level:

  • College / University, Master / Phd grade

Personal Qualities:

  • Planning and delivering results
  • Empowering and building trust
  • Handling insecure environment
  • Ability to work under pressure, independently and with limited supervision.
  • Highest standards of ethics and integrity
  • Communicating with impact and respect: All employees of the Norwegian Refugee Council should be able to adhere to our Code of Conduct and the four organizational values: Dedicated, innovative, inclusive and accountable.

Language:

  • Hausa
  • English

We Offer

  • Salary/benefits: According to NRC’s general directions – Grade Level 5 Step1(Officer).
  • Duty station: Maiduguri, with frequent travels. Travel outside Maiduguri is dependent on changing security conditions, especially for certain roads in the area.
  • Approved health certficate will be requested before contract start.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

 

 

Job Title: ICLA Technical Assistant 

Ref. nr.: 3996506695
Location: Maiduguri, Borno
Job Type: Contract
Start date: 01/01/2019
End date: 31/12/2019

Project Summary/Job Description

  • NRC is looking for an ICLA Technical Assistant for our sub-field office in Maiduguri in Northern Nigeria. The purpose of the ICLA Technical Assistant is the day to day implementation of ICLA programme activities in Maiduguri field office.
  • NRC initiated country operations in Nigeria in June 2015, in order to respond to the critical and increasing needs in the country. NRC currently has a full team based in Maiduguri and a coordination office in Abuja. NRC is currently providing services across various sectors namely; Shelter and Non-Food Items (NFI); Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Promotion (WASH); Food Security; and Information, Counselling and Legal Assistance (ICLA) in order to address identified humanitarian needs.
  • The ICLA Technical Assistant reports to the ICLA Officer.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in the direct Implementation of legal and civil identity activities; HLP activities and CDR activities in particular the information and counselling sessions, legal assistance and capacity building trainings
  • Assist In the documentation of project achievements and deliverables including compiling periodic reports
  • Contribute in the development of training materials and information dissemination materials adapted to the location and context
  • Engage in community mobilization and beneficiary engagement
  • Provide updates and contribute to an updated M& E system in the country
  • Integrate gender, protection and advocacy priorities during ICLA project implementation

Qualifications

  • University Degree in law or social sciences from a recognized Nigerian university, a thorough knowledge of the application of Nigerian law in displacement context
  • Work experience in the field of law (e.g. courts, attorney or legal aid agencies) and humanitarian protection. Preferably experience in working with displaced populations.
  • Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
  • Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
  • Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile
  • Managing resources to optimize results
  • High-level competency in computer skills (Microsoft Office applications)
  • Fluency in English, both written and verbal
  • Fluency in Hausa and/or Kanuri in one or more of the national/regional languages. Kanuri speaking candidates are strongly encouraged.

Education field:

  • Law
  • Education title: University Degree in Law from a recognized Nigerian University

Education level:

  • College / University, Bachelor’s degree

Personal qualities:

  • Planning and delivering results
  • Handling insecure environment
  • Empowering and building trust
  • Communicating with impact and respect:
  • Highest standards of ethnics and integrity
  • All employees of the Norwegian Refugee Council should be able to adhere to our Code of Conduct and the four organizational values: Dedicated, innovative, inclusive and accountable.

Miscellaneous info:

  • Travel: Some travelling must be expected.

We Offer/Condition

  • Commencement: January 2018
  • Duration: 12 months
  • Salary/benefits: According to NRC’s general directions (Grade Level 4 Step 1)
  • Duty station: Maiduguri, with frequent travels. Travel outside Maiduguri is dependent on changing security conditions, especially for certain roads in the area.
  • Approved health certificate will be requested before contract start.


How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

 

Job Title: HLP SWG Coordinator

Ref. nr.: 3996680227
Location: Maiduguri, Borno
Commencement: 1st January 2019
Duration: 31st December, 2019

Description

  • NRC is looking for an HLP SWG Coordinator for our area office in Maiduguri in Northern Nigeria. The purpose of the HLP SWG Co-lead position is to provide support to the lead agency of the HLP SWG in accordance with the TORs of the sub working group which operates under the close guidance and support of the Protection Sector working group.
  • NRC initiated country operations in Nigeria in June 2015, in order to respond to the critical and increasing needs in the country
  • NRC currently has a full team based in Maiduguri and a coordination office in Abuja
  • NRC is currently providing services across various sectors namely; Shelter and Non-Food Items (NFI); Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Promotion (WASH); Livelihoods and Food Security; and Information, Counselling and Legal Assistance (ICLA) and Education in order to address identified humanitarian needs.
  • The HLP SWG Coordinator report to ICLA Program Development Manager (PDM)

Responsibilities

  • Facilitate meetings for the SWG and co-chairing the meetings in accordance with SWG TORs
  • Support action by members to meet the HLP needs of affected populations;
  • Support the establishment/maintenance of coordination mechanisms and tools, making sure that information and data management systems are established and maintained;
  • Secure commitments from humanitarian partners in responding to needs and filling gaps, ensuring an appropriate distribution of responsibilities within the HLP SWG and adequate follow up;
  • Co-represent the interests of the HLP SWG with different stakeholders;
  • Develop/update agreed response strategies and action plans for the HLP SWG and ensuring that these are adequately reflected in the overall country strategy.
  • Ensure integration of HLP and gender issues in sectorial needs assessment, analysis, planning, monitoring and response.
  • Participate in relevant sectorial meetings
  • Provide support for reporting on the HLP SWG meetings and activities as well as functioning of information management system for the HLP SWG;
  • Ensure sectorial needs assessment and analysis, involving all relevant partners;
  • Streamline methods to share information including providing input into and sharing reports, updates, sitreps, bulletin, etc.
  • Support the Lead Agency in identifying advocacy concerns and contribute key messages to broader advocacy initiatives of the SWG and PSWG and other actors.
  • Ensure participants are aware of policy guidelines, standards and commitments that the Government has undertaken under international humanitarian and human rights law.
  • Undertake and lead adequate contingency planning and preparedness for new emergencies.
  • Promote/support training of humanitarian partners, national NGOs, and local authorities as requested and recommended for members of the working group

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Law
  • Minimum 5 years of experience from working as a senior protection manager in a humanitarian/recovery context.
  • Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
  • Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
  • Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile

Personal Qualities:

  • Fluency in English, both written and verbal
  • Knowledge of the context of NE Nigeria is desirable
  • Proven capacity in HLP
  • Experience with previous HLP/protection co-lead position is an advantage

Language:

  • Hausa
  • English

We Offer

  • Commencement: January 2018
  • Duration: 12 months
  • Salary/benefits: According to NRC’s general directions – Grade Level 7 Step1(Coordinator).
  • Duty station: Maiduguri with frequent travels. Travel outside location is dependent on changing security conditions, especially for certain roads in the area.
  • Approved health certificate will be requested before contract start.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Job Title: ICLA Technical Assistant

Ref. nr.: 3996538857
Location: Mubi, Adamawa
Commencement: 1st January 2019
Duration: 31st December, 2019

Description

  • NRC is looking for an ICLA Technical Assistant for our sub-field office in Mubi in Northern Nigeria. The purpose of the ICLA Technical Assistant is the day to day implementation of ICLA programme activities in Mubi sub-field office.
  • NRC initiated country operations in Nigeria in June 2015, in order to respond to the critical and increasing needs in the country. NRC currently has a full team based in Maiduguri and a coordination office in Abuja. NRC is currently providing services across various sectors namely; Shelter and Non-Food Items (NFI); Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Promotion (WASH); Food Security; and Information, Counselling and Legal Assistance (ICLA) in order to address identified humanitarian needs.
  • The ICLA Technical Assistant reports to the ICLA Officer.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in the direct Implementation of legal and civil identity activities; HLP activities and CDR activities in particular the information and counselling sessions, legal assistance and capacity building trainings
  • Assist In the documentation of project achievements and deliverables including compiling periodic reports
  • Contribute in the development of training materials and information dissemination materials adapted to the location and context
  • Engage in community mobilization and beneficiary engagement
  • Provide updates and contribute to an updated M& E system in the country
  • Integrate gender, protection and advocacy priorities during ICLA project implementation

Qualifications

  • College / University Degree in Law or Social Sciences from a recognized Nigerian university, a thorough knowledge of the application of Nigerian law in displacement context
  • Work experience in the field of law (e.g. courts, attorney or legal aid agencies) and humanitarian protection. Preferably experience in working with displaced populations.
  • Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
  • Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
  • Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile
  • Managing resources to optimize results
  • High-level competency in computer skills (Microsoft Office applications)
  • Fluency in English, both written and verbal
  • Fluency in Hausa and/or Kanuri in one or more of the national/regional languages. Kanuri speaking candidates are strongly encouraged.

Personal Qualities:

  • Planning and delivering results
  • Handling insecure environment
  • Empowering and building trust
  • Communicating with impact and respect:
  • Highest standards of ethnics and integrity
  • All employees of the Norwegian Refugee Council should be able to adhere to our Code of Conduct and the four organizational values: Dedicated, innovative, inclusive and accountable.

We Offer

  • Commencement: January 2018
  • Duration: 12 months
  • Salary/benefits: According to NRC’s general directions (Grade Level 4 Step 1)
  • Duty station: Mubi, Adamawa State with frequent travels. Travel outside Mubi is dependent on changing security conditions, especially for certain roads in the area.
  • Approved health certificate will be requested before contract start.

Miscellaneous Info

  • Travel: Some travelling must be expected.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

 

Job Title: ICLA Technical Assistant 

Ref. nr.: 3996506695
Location: Maiduguri, Borno
Job Type: Contract
Start date: 01/01/2019
End date: 31/12/2019

Project Summary/Job Description

  • NRC is looking for an ICLA Technical Assistant for our sub-field office in Maiduguri in Northern Nigeria. The purpose of the ICLA Technical Assistant is the day to day implementation of ICLA programme activities in Maiduguri field office.
  • NRC initiated country operations in Nigeria in June 2015, in order to respond to the critical and increasing needs in the country. NRC currently has a full team based in Maiduguri and a coordination office in Abuja. NRC is currently providing services across various sectors namely; Shelter and Non-Food Items (NFI); Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Promotion (WASH); Food Security; and Information, Counselling and Legal Assistance (ICLA) in order to address identified humanitarian needs.
  • The ICLA Technical Assistant reports to the ICLA Officer.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in the direct Implementation of legal and civil identity activities; HLP activities and CDR activities in particular the information and counselling sessions, legal assistance and capacity building trainings
  • Assist In the documentation of project achievements and deliverables including compiling periodic reports
  • Contribute in the development of training materials and information dissemination materials adapted to the location and context
  • Engage in community mobilization and beneficiary engagement
  • Provide updates and contribute to an updated M& E system in the country
  • Integrate gender, protection and advocacy priorities during ICLA project implementation

Qualifications

  • University Degree in law or social sciences from a recognized Nigerian university, a thorough knowledge of the application of Nigerian law in displacement context
  • Work experience in the field of law (e.g. courts, attorney or legal aid agencies) and humanitarian protection. Preferably experience in working with displaced populations.
  • Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
  • Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
  • Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile
  • Managing resources to optimize results
  • High-level competency in computer skills (Microsoft Office applications)
  • Fluency in English, both written and verbal
  • Fluency in Hausa and/or Kanuri in one or more of the national/regional languages. Kanuri speaking candidates are strongly encouraged.

Education field:

  • Law
  • Education title: University Degree in Law from a recognized Nigerian University

Education level:

  • College / University, Bachelor’s degree

Personal qualities:

  • Planning and delivering results
  • Handling insecure environment
  • Empowering and building trust
  • Communicating with impact and respect:
  • Highest standards of ethnics and integrity
  • All employees of the Norwegian Refugee Council should be able to adhere to our Code of Conduct and the four organizational values: Dedicated, innovative, inclusive and accountable.

Miscellaneous info:

  • Travel: Some travelling must be expected.

We Offer/Condition

  • Commencement: January 2018
  • Duration: 12 months
  • Salary/benefits: According to NRC’s general directions (Grade Level 4 Step 1)
  • Duty station: Maiduguri, with frequent travels. Travel outside Maiduguri is dependent on changing security conditions, especially for certain roads in the area.
  • Approved health certificate will be requested before contract start.


How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

 

Job Title: ICLA Technical Assistant 

Ref. nr.: 3996547144
Location: Gwoza, Borno
Job Type: Contract

Project Summary/Job Description

  • NRC is looking for an ICLA Technical Assistant for our sub-field office in Gwoza in Northern Nigeria. The purpose of the ICLA Technical Assistant is the day to day implementation of ICLA programme activities in Gwoza sub-field office.
  • NRC initiated country operations in Nigeria in June 2015, in order to respond to the critical and increasing needs in the country. NRC currently has a full team based in Maiduguri and a coordination office in Abuja. NRC is currently providing services across various sectors namely; Shelter and Non-Food Items (NFI); Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Promotion (WASH); Food Security; and Information, Counselling and Legal Assistance (ICLA) in order to address identified humanitarian needs.
  • The ICLA Technical Assistant reports to the ICLA Officer.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in the direct Implementation of legal and civil identity activities; HLP activities and CDR activities in particular the information and counselling sessions, legal assistance and capacity building trainings
  • Assist In the documentation of project achievements and deliverables including compiling periodic reports
  • Contribute in the development of training materials and information dissemination materials adapted to the location and context
  • Engage in community mobilization and beneficiary engagement
  • Provide updates and contribute to an updated M& E system in the country
  • Integrate gender, protection and advocacy priorities during ICLA project implementation

Qualifications

  • University Degree in law or social sciences from a recognized Nigerian university, a thorough knowledge of the application of Nigerian law in displacement context
  • Work experience in the field of law (e.g. courts, attorney or legal aid agencies) and humanitarian protection. Preferably experience in working with displaced populations.
  • Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
  • Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
  • Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile
  • Managing resources to optimize results
  • High-level competency in computer skills (Microsoft Office applications)
  • Fluency in English, both written and verbal
  • Fluency in Hausa and/or Kanuri in one or more of the national/regional languages. Kanuri speaking candidates are strongly encouraged.

Education field:

  • Law
  • Education title: University Degree in Law from a recognized Nigerian University

Education level:

  • College / University, Bachelor’s degree

Personal qualities:

  • Planning and delivering results
  • Handling insecure environment
  • Empowering and building trust
  • Communicating with impact and respect:
  • Highest standards of ethnics and integrity
  • All employees of the Norwegian Refugee Council should be able to adhere to our Code of Conduct and the four organizational values: Dedicated, innovative, inclusive and accountable.

Miscellaneous info:

  • Travel: Some travelling must be expected

We Offer/Condition

  • Commencement: January 2018
  • Duration:12 months
  • Salary/benefits: According to NRC’s general directions (Grade Level 4 Step 1)
  • Duty station: Gwoza, Brono State with frequent travels. Travel outside Gwoza is dependent on changing security conditions, especially for certain roads in the area.
  • Approved health certificate will be requested before contract start.


How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

 

Job Title: ICLA Technical Assistant 

Ref. nr.: 3996551012
Location: Pulka, Borno
Job Type: Contract

Project Summary/Job Description

  • NRC is looking for an ICLA Technical Assistant for our sub-field office in Pulka in Northern Nigeria. The purpose of the ICLA Technical Assistant is the day to day implementation of ICLA programme activities in Pulka sub-field office.
  • NRC initiated country operations in Nigeria in June 2015, in order to respond to the critical and increasing needs in the country. NRC currently has a full team based in Maiduguri and a coordination office in Abuja. NRC is currently providing services across various sectors namely; Shelter and Non-Food Items (NFI); Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Promotion (WASH); Food Security; and Information, Counselling and Legal Assistance (ICLA) in order to address identified humanitarian needs.
  • The ICLA Technical Assistant reports to the ICLA Officer.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in the direct Implementation of legal and civil identity activities; HLP activities and CDR activities in particular the information and counselling sessions, legal assistance and capacity building trainings
  • Assist In the documentation of project achievements and deliverables including compiling periodic reports
  • Contribute in the development of training materials and information dissemination materials adapted to the location and context
  • Engage in community mobilization and beneficiary engagement
  • Provide updates and contribute to an updated M& E system in the country
  • Integrate gender, protection and advocacy priorities during ICLA project implementation

Qualifications

  • University Degree in law or social sciences from a recognized Nigerian university, a thorough knowledge of the application of Nigerian law in displacement context
  • Work experience in the field of law (e.g. courts, attorney or legal aid agencies) and humanitarian protection. Preferably experience in working with displaced populations.
  • Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
  • Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
  • Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile
  • Managing resources to optimize results
  • High-level competency in computer skills (Microsoft Office applications)
  • Fluency in English, both written and verbal
  • Fluency in Hausa and/or Kanuri in one or more of the national/regional languages. Kanuri speaking candidates are strongly encouraged.

Education field:

  • Law
  • Education title: University Degree in Law from a recognized Nigerian University

Education level:

  • College / University, Bachelor’s degree

Personal qualities:

  • Planning and delivering results
  • Handling insecure environment
  • Empowering and building trust
  • Communicating with impact and respect:
  • Highest standards of ethnics and integrity
  • All employees of the Norwegian Refugee Council should be able to adhere to our Code of Conduct and the four organizational values: Dedicated, innovative, inclusive and accountable.

Miscellaneous info:

  • Travel: Some travelling must be expected.

We Offer/Condition

  • Commencement: January 2018
  • Duration:12 months
  • Salary/benefits: According to NRC’s general directions (Grade Level 4 Step 1)
  • Duty station: Pulka, Brono State with frequent travels. Travel outside Pulka is dependent on changing security conditions, especially for certain roads in the area.
  • Approved health certificate will be requested before contract start.


How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

 

Job Title: ICLA Technical Assistant

Ref. nr.: 3996544168
Location: Dikwa, Borno
Commencement: 1st January 2019
Duration: 31st December, 2019

Description

  • NRC is looking for an ICLA Technical Assistant for our sub-field office in Dikwa in Northern Nigeria. The purpose of the ICLA Technical Assistant is the day to day implementation of ICLA programme activities in Dikwa sub-field office.
  • NRC initiated country operations in Nigeria in June 2015, in order to respond to the critical and increasing needs in the country. NRC currently has a full team based in Maiduguri and a coordination office in Abuja. NRC is currently providing services across various sectors namely; Shelter and Non-Food Items (NFI); Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Promotion (WASH); Food Security; and Information, Counselling and Legal Assistance (ICLA) in order to address identified humanitarian needs.
  • The ICLA Technical Assistant reports to the ICLA Officer.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in the direct Implementation of legal and civil identity activities; HLP activities and CDR activities in particular the information and counselling sessions, legal assistance and capacity building trainings
  • Assist In the documentation of project achievements and deliverables including compiling periodic reports
  • Contribute in the development of training materials and information dissemination materials adapted to the location and context
  • Engage in community mobilization and beneficiary engagement
  • Provide updates and contribute to an updated M& E system in the country
  • Integrate gender, protection and advocacy priorities during ICLA project implementation

Qualifications

  • College / University Degree in Law or Social Sciences from a recognized Nigerian university, a thorough knowledge of the application of Nigerian law in displacement context
  • Work experience in the field of law (e.g. courts, attorney or legal aid agencies) and humanitarian protection. Preferably experience in working with displaced populations.
  • Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
  • Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
  • Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile
  • Managing resources to optimize results
  • High-level competency in computer skills (Microsoft Office applications)
  • Fluency in English, both written and verbal
  • Fluency in Hausa and/or Kanuri in one or more of the national/regional languages. Kanuri speaking candidates are strongly encouraged.

Personal Qualities:

  • Planning and delivering results
  • Handling insecure environment
  • Empowering and building trust
  • Communicating with impact and respect:
  • Highest standards of ethnics and integrity
  • All employees of the Norwegian Refugee Council should be able to adhere to our Code of Conduct and the four organizational values: Dedicated, innovative, inclusive and accountable.

We Offer

  • Commencement: January 2018
  • Duration: 12 months
  • Salary/benefits: According to NRC’s general directions (Grade Level 4 Step 1)
  • Duty station: Dikwa, Brono State with frequent travels. Travel outside Dikwa is dependent on changing security conditions, especially for certain roads in the area.
  • Approved health certificate will be requested before contract start.

Miscellaneous info:

  • Travel: Some travelling must be expected.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

 

Job Title: ICLA Coordinator

Ref. nr.: 3996674177
Locations: Maiduguri, Borno and Mubi, Adamawa
Job Type: Full time
Start date: 01/01/2019
End date: 31/12/2019

Project Summary/Job Description

  • We are looking for an ICLA Coordinator for our area office in Maiduguri,and sub filed office in Mubi in Northern Nigeria. The purpose of the ICLA Coordinator is to ensure the Implementation and impact of ICLA programme activities in Maiduguri or Mubi sub field office
  • NRC initiated country operations in Nigeria in June 2015, in order to respond to the critical and increasing needs in the country. NRC currently has a full team based in Maiduguri and a coordination office in Abuja. NRC is currently providing services across various sectors namely; Shelter and Non-Food Items (NFI); Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Promotion (WASH); Livelihoods and Food Security; and Information, Counselling and Legal Assistance (ICLA) and Education in order to address identified humanitarian needs.
  • The ICLA Coordinator report to ICLA Program Development Manager (PDM).

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and Supervise the ICLA project team and program activities
  • Coordinate Preparation of work plans and progress reports for ICLA teams
  • Supervise the ICLA team leaders and project officers
  • Expand and maintain NRC’s network of relevant stakeholders in all operational areas
  • In consultation and coordination with the Program Development Manager, represent NRC in protection and coordination forums
  • Coordinate establishment of client outreach, screening and identification procedures
  • Support development and strengthening of synergies between all NRC programs
  • Document obstacles to secure land tenure and identity documentation for IDPs to inform advocacy
  • Document case studies and best practice for facilitating secure land tenure and identity documents for IDPs
  • Prepare presentations and papers demonstrating lessons learned
  • Support the preparation of funding proposals
  • Coordinate Preparation of donor reports. GORs and monthly reports on activities and progress
  • Any other tasks as assigned by the supervisor
  • Ensure that NRC’s programmes are guided by and effectively abide by the humanitarian principles

Qualifications

  • Minimum Bachelor of Law degree and must have been called to the Nigerian BAR (be able to practice as a lawyer in Nigeria) and be conversant with international humanitarian and Human Rights law
  • Technical specific knowledge from the humanitarian sector
  • Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
  • Experience in working independently in a results-oriented multi-tasking and multi-cultural environment
  • Experience in managing staff
  • Excellent command in Microsoft Applications
  • Documented technical competences related to the position’s responsibilities
  • Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
  • Fluency in English, both written and verbal.

Education field:

  • Law

Education level:

  • College / University, Bachelor’s degree

Personal qualities:

  • Knowledge of the context in Nigeria
  • Experience with start-up activities
  • Experience in coordination of Housing Land and Property and Civil Documentation activities
  • Political and cultural awareness and experience of working where insecurity is a major issue
  • Proven skills in report writing
  • Demonstrated ability to transfer knowledge to diverse audiences through training, mentoring and other formal and non-formal methods
  • Handling insecure environments
  • Political and cultural awareness.

Language:

  • Hausa
  • English

We Offer/Condition

  • Commencement: January 2018
  • Duration: 12 months
  • Salary/benefits: According to NRC’s general directions – Grade Level 7 Step1 (Coordinator).
  • Duty stations: Maiduguri and Mubi with frequent travels. Travel outside location is dependent on changing security conditions, especially for certain roads in the area.
  • Approved health certificate will be requested before contract start.


How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

 

Job Title: ICLA Technical Assistant

Ref. nr.: 3996530259
Location: Monguno, Borno
Commencement: 1st January 2019
Duration: 31st December, 2019

Description

  • NRC is looking for an ICLA Technical Assistant for our sub-field office in Monguno in Northern Nigeria. The purpose of the ICLA Technical Assistant is the day to day implementation of ICLA programme activities in Monguno sub-field office.
  • NRC initiated country operations in Nigeria in June 2015, in order to respond to the critical and increasing needs in the country. NRC currently has a full team based in Maiduguri and a coordination office in Abuja
  • NRC is currently providing services across various sectors namely; Shelter and Non-Food Items (NFI); Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Promotion (WASH); Food Security; and Information, Counselling and Legal Assistance (ICLA) in order to address identified humanitarian needs.
  • The ICLA Technical Assistant reports to the ICLA Officer.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in the direct Implementation of legal and civil identity activities; HLP activities and CDR activities in particular the information and counselling sessions, legal assistance and capacity building trainings
  • Assist In the documentation of project achievements and deliverables including compiling periodic reports
  • Contribute in the development of training materials and information dissemination materials adapted to the location and context
  • Engage in community mobilization and beneficiary engagement
  • Provide updates and contribute to an updated M& E system in the country
  • Integrate gender, protection and advocacy priorities during ICLA project implementation

Qualifications

  • University Degree in Law or Social Sciences from a recognized Nigerian university, a thorough knowledge of the application of Nigerian law in displacement context
  • Work experience in the field of law (e.g. courts, attorney or legal aid agencies) and humanitarian protection. Preferably experience in working with displaced populations.
  • Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
  • Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
  • Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile
  • Managing resources to optimize results
  • High-level competency in computer skills (Microsoft Office applications)
  • Fluency in English, both written and verbal
  • Fluency in Hausa and/or Kanuri in one or more of the national/regional languages. Kanuri speaking candidates are strongly encouraged.

Education Field:

  • College / University Degree in Law from a recognized Nigerian University

Personal Qualities:

  • Planning and delivering results
  • Handling insecure environment
  • Empowering and building trust
  • Communicating with impact and respect:
  • Highest standards of ethnics and integrity
  • All employees of the Norwegian Refugee Council should be able to adhere to our Code of Conduct and the four organizational values: Dedicated, innovative, inclusive and accountable.

We Offer

  • Commencement: January 2018
  • Duration: 12 months
  • Salary/benefits: According to NRC’s general directions (Grade Level 4 Step 1)
  • Duty station: Monguno, with frequent travels. Travel outside Monguno is dependent on changing security conditions, especially for certain roads in the area.
  • Approved health certificate will be requested before contract start.

Miscellaneous Info:

  • Travel: Some travelling must be expected.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

 

Job Title: ICLA Technical Assistant 

Ref. nr.: 3996546053
Location: Damasak, Borno
Job Type: Contract
Start date: 01/01/2019
End date: 31/12/2019

Project Summary/Job Description

  • NRC is looking for an ICLA Technical Assistant for our sub-field office in Damasak in Northern Nigeria. The purpose of the ICLA Technical Assistant is the day to day implementation of ICLA programme activities in Damasak sub-field office.
  • NRC initiated country operations in Nigeria in June 2015, in order to respond to the critical and increasing needs in the country. NRC currently has a full team based in Maiduguri and a coordination office in Abuja. NRC is currently providing services across various sectors namely; Shelter and Non-Food Items (NFI); Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Promotion (WASH); Food Security; and Information, Counselling and Legal Assistance (ICLA) in order to address identified humanitarian needs.
  • The ICLA Technical Assistant reports to the ICLA Officer.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in the direct Implementation of legal and civil identity activities; HLP activities and CDR activities in particular the information and counselling sessions, legal assistance and capacity building trainings
  • Assist In the documentation of project achievements and deliverables including compiling periodic reports
  • Contribute in the development of training materials and information dissemination materials adapted to the location and context
  • Engage in community mobilization and beneficiary engagement
  • Provide updates and contribute to an updated M& E system in the country
  • Integrate gender, protection and advocacy priorities during ICLA project implementation

Qualifications

  • University Degree in Law or Social Sciences from a recognized Nigerian university, a thorough knowledge of the application of Nigerian law in displacement context
  • Work experience in the field of law (e.g. courts, attorney or legal aid agencies) and humanitarian protection. Preferably experience in working with displaced populations.
  • Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
  • Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
  • Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile
  • Managing resources to optimize results
  • High-level competency in computer skills (Microsoft Office applications)
  • Fluency in English, both written and verbal
  • Fluency in Hausa and/or Kanuri in one or more of the national/regional languages. Kanuri speaking candidates are strongly encouraged.

Education field:

  • Law
  • Education title: University Degree in Law from a recognized Nigerian University

Education level:

  • College / University, Bachelor’s degree

Personal qualities:

  • Planning and delivering results
  • Handling insecure environment
  • Empowering and building trust
  • Communicating with impact and respect:
  • Highest standards of ethnics and integrity
  • All employees of the Norwegian Refugee Council should be able to adhere to our Code of Conduct and the four organizational values: Dedicated, innovative, inclusive and accountable.

Miscellaneous info

  • Travel: Some travelling must be expected.

We Offer/Condition

  • Commencement: January 2018
  • Duration: 12 months
  • Salary/benefits: According to NRC’s general directions (Grade Level 4 Step 1)
  • Duty station: Damasak, Brono State with frequent travels. Travel outside Damasak is dependent on changing security conditions, especially for certain roads in the area.
  • Approved health certificate will be requested before contract start.


How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

 

Deadline: 28th December, 2018.

Note

  • Application procedures and CV registration: Please note that you are required to enter the geographical location for all your previous positions while registering your CV. There is no specific field for this information in our CV form, but you can use the “Company name” field for both company and location.