Job Purpose
The Cash and Livelihoods Specialist would be responsible for fundraising for NRC Livelihoods programming in Libya. They would also be responsible for mentoring, technical training and capacity building of NRC staff and local partners involved in the implementation of NRC’s Livelihoods and Cash programmes as well as responsible for quality implementation of the Cash and Livelihoods Strategy.
What you will do:
Generic responsibilities:
Develop Livelihoods and Cash Programme technical Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) / guidelines and Macro LFAs Develop, support and guide NRC’s Cash and Livelihoods projects in Libya including developing market based strategies as that promote economic inclusion and security in line with overall NRC Country and Regional Strategy. Contribute to fundraising, develop and revise funding proposal, budgets and donor reports Lead on the Cash and Livelihoods CC strategic programme planning, resource mobilization (including leading on fundraising for the Cash and Livelihoods programme). Follow up on compliance with contractual commitments within CC, ensure high technical quality and synergies in project implementation Ensure technical quality and innovation of the Cash and Livelihoods programme including strategic oversight in the technical direction, programmatic learning objectives, M&E tools, etc., and in seeking synergies with other programmes and projects. Design and implement labour market analysis, Household Economy Analysis and/or Value chain analysis or similar to inform program design. Adapt the programme to the changing context, as necessary throughout the project and programme life cycles. Support the harmonization and consistency across Cash and Livelihoods projects implemented in the field offices. Ensure that key learnings are extracted from CC implementation, and incorporate them in CC and staff development processes Provide systematic training and build capacity of technical staff, in approaches including cash-based interventions and market-based programme Evaluate, review and ensure quality control of ongoing and completed Education projects. Represent NRC in relevant forums/clusters, including with national authorities and donors Promote the rights of IDPs/returnees in line with the advocacy strategyProfessional Competencies and Qualifications Required
These are skills, knowledge and experience that are important for effective performance
University degree relevant to the assignment. Strong background in economics, private sector development, business administration, statistics, or related fields is required Minimum 4 years of experience from a senior level project implementation position in a humanitarian/recovery context Technical Livelihoods and Economics expertise with proven experience on developing and implementing cash-based programming Knowledge and skills in market analysis, cash-based interventions and market based programmes Experience from working in complex and volatile contexts with knowledge of the context in the Middle East and preferably in Libya Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile with documented results related to the position’s responsibilities Fluency in English, both written and verbal. Knowledge of Arabic would be an assetBehavioural competencies
Managing resources to optimize results Strategic thinking Influencing Empowering and building trust Initiating action and change Handling insecure environmentsWhat We Offer
NRC is an equal opportunities employer and aims to have staffing diversity in terms of age, gender, ethnicity, nationality and physical ability.
We offer an opportunity to match your career to a compelling cause and a chance to meet and work with people who are the best in their fields.
Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply and join our work culture that empowers every employee to share ideas and take responsibility: At NRC we think outside the box. We encourage ideas and give responsibility to all employees at all levels, to help solve the complex issues that we face. You will have many opportunities to be heard and take initiative.
We are also looking for people who share our values:
To be dedicated in what we do; To be innovative with our solutions; To act as one unified and inclusive team; To be accountable to the donors that make our work possible; the people we exist to serve, and to each other… the members of our NRC family.Additional Information:
Duty Station: Tunis, Tunisia
Travel: 40% to the areas of operation
Duration of contract: Fixed term 12 months full-time with a possibility of renewal subject to good performance and funding
Grade 9 in NRC's grading structure
Reporting line: Head of Programmes
For more information regarding the role, here is the detailed job description.
We invite applications from all qualified and interested candidates. Send in your application by latest February 25, 2023.
Please ensure you attach copies of your academic and professional certificates.
Learn more about NRC's operation in Libya here.
For any queries, please email us at mero.recruitment@nrc.no with “Cash and Livelihoods Specialist Libya” as the subject line. 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.
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