Partnerships and Private Sector Engagement Manager Ethiopia

What you will bring:

• 3-5 years of experience in working in a humanitarian/recovery/human rights or development context.

• University degree combined with relevant professional background.

• Knowledge of humanitarian principles.

• Experience in managing and implementing programs in humanitarian contexts.

• Ability to work independently and proactively.

• Ability to prioritise work given multiple competing deadlines.

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

• Solid understanding of the Ethiopian civil society and private sector context.

• Documented/proven results related to the position’s responsibilities, particularly in private sector engagement and partnership relations, management and/or coordination.

• Excellent networking, coordination, training and facilitation skills.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Excellent interpersonal skills, proactive, self -motivated and a self -starter.

• Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills and discretion with confidential information.

• Previous experience working in complex and volatile contexts is an asset.

• Programme management background is an asset. Experience in NRC thematic areas (e.g. ICLA, Shelter, LFS, Protection, Education etc.) is a strong asset.

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 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.

About Us

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a global humanitarian organisation helping people forced to flee.

Join us in assisting millions of people in areas where others cannot, tackling some of the world's most dangerous and difficult crises. Bring your skills and dedication to an organisation recognised for providing high quality aid and for defending the rights of refugees and internally displaced people.

At NRC, we give responsibility to employees at all levels and foster professional growth and innovative teams. You can expect a supportive culture and an open dialogue with management. We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion.

Together, we save lives and rebuild futures.

Safeguarding is central to NRC’s work. We expect all employees to:

• treat everyone with respect and dignity

• contribute to building a safe environment for all

• never engage in any form of exploitation, harassment and specifically sexual exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment (SEAH)

• always report. NRC has a zero-tolerance approach to inaction against exploitation, abuse and SEAH

• Duty station: Addis-Ababa, Ethiopia

• Contract: 12 months (Fixed -term contract renewal based on performance, funds availability and need for the position)

• Travel: Up to 40%.

• Salary/benefits: grade 9 on NRC’s Resident/National 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.

Find out more about the benefits of working for NRC

Important information about the application process

• For Internal candidates: To apply as an internal candidate, log in with your official email or click on Opportunity Market Place.

• 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.

• We receive many applications for each vacant position and so only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

If you have any questions about this role, please email ho.recruitment@nrc.nowith the job title as the subject line.