Context
The Norwegian Council for Refugees (NRC) is an International Non-Governmental Organization of Norwegian origin, present in more than 25 countries worldwide. He has been working in the Democratic Republic of Congo since’year 2001. Its programs are focused in the fields of’Education, Rapid Response to Population Movements (RRMP), Humanitarian Protection and Mediation, Shelters, EHA (Shelter/Wash), and’Information, Consulting, and, and Legal Assistance (ICLA) for populations forced to move.
Ituri is a province of’est of the Democratic Republic of Congo. It is further to the north and shares its borders with’Uganda and South Sudan. L’Ituri is experiencing a chronic and complex crisis that has been ongoing since 2017.
The security context is one of the most critical in the country. Fifteen armed’actors are still operational in the province. These are the local Armed Groups (Codeco, Zaire, FPIC, FRPI, Mayi-Mayi.) and an international ADF actor who is known to originate from neighboring’Uganda.
The’Area office of NRC in Ituri is composed of’ sixty staffs. The implemented projects address the questions of sectors : d’Education, Rapid Response to Population Movements (RRMP), Protection against violence, Shelter, EHA (Shelter/Wash), and’Information, Consulting, etc, and Legal Assistance (ICLA). The food security sector, although not currently under way, could be revived taking into account the real needs identified in the annual assessments.
The Elimu Kwanza Project comes to strengthen the’activity package in education to serve as a’a pilot of « Nexus » in the context of’education by tackling the’formal education, the, accelerated and the school and socio-economic reintegration of young people in the territories of Mahagi and Djugu.
Role & responsibilities
The Consortium Manager is responsible for the implementation of the « Project Elimu Kwanza » in conjunction with partners DRC, AJEDEC and FECOND. This is’a strategic and managerial position with specialized skills in the field of’education and capacity building.
- Develop, coordinate and manage the Elimu Kwanza project ! in the DRC in accordance with the proposal and strategy of the project and the requirements of the lessor (l’EU) ;
- Manage, train and develop the teams of the NRC Education CC and partner organizations ;
- Ensure high technical quality and transparent processes throughout the entire project cycle ;
- Adhere to the basic education skills and other policies tools and manuals of the NRC ;
- Represent NRC in internal and external forums in connection with the’education project Elimu Kwanza ;
- Ensure effective management of the’ all project documentation (reporting, archiving, etc.) ;
- Develop, manage and monitor budget(s) in accordance with the Financial Manual and donor requirements ;
- Ensuring transparent and efficient procurement ;
- Promote the rights of displaced persons and returnees, explore and evaluate new and better ways to’aider ;
- Implement project-specific protection priorities.
General professional skills :
- Minimum 04 years of’ experience working at a higher level in the management of’education programmes in a humanitarian/rehabilitation context in the DRC ;
- Experience working in complex and volatile contexts ;
- Expertise in’technical teaching ;
- Strong budgetary management skills ;
- Previous experience in the financing of project management of the European Union (EU)’ ;
- Self-knowledge and managerial maturity
- Exceptional communication skills, both in the written’ and’oral in French ; (good command of French, knowledge of the Swahili language and basic English).
- Self-control and proven sense of leadership ;
- Commitment to the rights of’child and the protection of’child in conflict contexts and with regard to’education in the DRC ;
- Previous experience in the management of’a consortium will be an asset.
- Experience in starting projects and/or piloting new approaches
- Good understanding of the minimum standards of’INEE, conflict-sensitive’education, and, packs for teachers in crisis and psychosocial support techniques such as the NRC Better Learning (BLP) programme ;
- Good understanding of the’ education and training programme for young people, including monitoring their socio-economic integration ;
- An understanding of the different steps and tools involved in the realization of’a market evaluation would be an asset ;
- Proven experience in internal and external capacity building.
- Committed to human dignity
Behavioral Skills :
- Planning and achieving results.
- Working with the people.
- Analyze.
- Dealing with the change.
- Empower and increase the capacity of’actir of people.
- Delivering results.
Please find the full job description here.
Candidates are strongly encouraged to join our work culture that allows each employee to share ideas and take on responsibilities. With NRC, we think outside the box. We encourage ideas and give responsibilities to all employees at all levels, to help solve the complex problems we face. You will have many opportunities to make yourself heard and take initiatives.
What we offer:
- Contract of 12 months
- NRC scale: 9
- Location: Bunia
- An opportunity to’ associate your career with a compelling cause
- A chance to meet and work with people who are the best in their field
DEADLINE TO APPLY: 14/2/2024 (only candidates/congolese nationality)
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Important information about the application process:
- Internal applicants only : please click on the’ suitcase icon titled « I am a » employee to be redirected to the NRC Internal Careers site.
- When you create your profile, indicate your full name as indicated on your passport.
- Fill in all fields required by the system regarding’experience, professional background and’education.
- Submit your application and CV in French or 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. Spontaneous applications not related to this specific job offer will not be taken into account.
- Only selected candidates will be contacted. We receive many applications for each vacancy.
- If you have any questions about this role, please send an email to cwa.recruitment@nrc.no with the job title as the subject.
Why NRC?
The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is an independent humanitarian organisation that helps people forced to flee. Our 15,000 employees work in crises in 40 countries, providing life-saving, long-term assistance to millions of people every year.
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We are looking for people who are passionate about’helping refugees and people forced to flee. Are you one of those people? If this is the case, NRC offers you the possibility of :
- perform demanding and professional work, often in difficult contexts
- join a work culture that allows every employee to share ideas and take responsibility for their work
- be part of’a welcoming and supportive community