All NRC employees are expected to work in accordance with the organization’s core values: dedication, innovation, inclusivity, and accountability. These attitudes and beliefs shall guide our actions and relationships.

What we are looking for

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is seeking a highly qualified, resilient and dynamic Area Manager that will be responsible to ensure high quality and cost-effective program/project implementation within Ecuador. The new Area Manager will contribute to the scale up and consolidation of the NRC program in this area, representing the organization with donors and government representatives at the national and local levels.

What you will do

1.      Line management for senior project staff and support functions (and Field Office Coordinators) in the area

2.           Member of the Country Management Team (CMG) for Colombia, Ecuador and Panama.

3.           Compliance with and adherence to NRC policies, guidance and procedures.

4.           Provide area specific input on CC strategies, Country Strategy and Plan of Action. 

5.           Organize grants opening and closure meetings at area level. 

6.         Implementation of projects (including master support budget and coordinating input for donor proposals and reports) in the area, in compliance with contractual commitments (i.e. quality, synergies, timeliness, use of resources) and aligned to regional and global strategies

Please download the detailed job description to learn more about the position. 

What you will bring

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a high-level management/leadership position (management, direction) in the context of international cooperation/humanitarian assistance.

• Previous experience of working in complex and volatile contexts.

• Verifiable experience related to the position’s responsibilities

• Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile

• Fluency in Spanish and English, both written and verbal. 

• University degree in Social Sciences, Economic Sciences and Administration or similar.

• Knowledge of the Ecuadorian context and the refugee and migrant population.

• Experience in capacity building and development of management teams.

• Experience leading large teams and managing personnel with favourable results.

• Knowledge/experience in strategic direction, budget planning and management, and project management.

• Experience working with donors and/or cooperation agencies.

   

What we offer

• Duty station: Quito, Ecuador

• Contract: fixed one year national or international contract.

• Travel: up to 40% 

• Salary/benefits: grade 10 on NRC’s salary scale, with 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.

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Important information about the application process

• Internal candidates only: please click on the suitcase icon labelled “I am an employee” to be redirected to NRC’s 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.

• If you have any questions about this role, please email aela.recruitment@nrc.no 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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NRC works to protect the rights of displaced and vulnerable people in times of crisis. Through our programs, we provide assistance to respond to immediate humanitarian needs, prevent further displacement and contribute to durable solutions. NRC has been present in Ecuador since 2010, and in the last few years substantially increased its operations and programs. The Ecuador area office is part of a larger operation which overs Colombia, Ecuador, and Panamá, where NRC has presence through three area offices in Colombia, one in Ecuador and a field office in Panamá. NRC Ecuador works in more than 8 provinces, providing Information, Counselling, and Legal Assistance (ICLA), Protection Against Violence, Education, Shelter and Wash and Livelihoods and Food Security services.

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 dignity

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