All NRC employees are expected to work in accordance with the organisation’s core values: dedication, innovation, inclusivity and accountability. These attitudes and believes shall guide our actions and relationships
Generic responsibilities
Adhere to the NRC Policies Monitor and report on the project activities and ensure compliance with plans and NRC standards Work and implementing ICLA thematic areas and provide legal assistance to ICLA beneficiaries Suggest new methods and approaches in order to improve the quality of the ICLA activities Report all protection related concerns Carry out data collection as required Prepare field visit reports and being HLP focal person for NRC in luuq Prepare and file relevant documents as required by line manager Conduct advocacy related activitiesSpecific responsibilities
Ensure that ICLA HLP project activities are implemented in accordance with approved proposals, donor requirements, NRC policies, international standards and local customs. Act as a focal point for needs assessments and beneficiary selection Undertake regular field visits (as and when security allows) to conduct ICLA activities Ensure smooth project cycle from implementation, project monitoring, verification of completion and evaluation Lead HLP activities giving advice and information to clients on the processes involved, awareness sessions and managing local authorities’ capacity building programmes Apply participatory and inclusive processes in project implementation and in promoting local capacities to help themselves wherever possible Understand situation including legal situations (according to national and international laws and principles) for refugees, returnees and Internally Displaced Persons in Somalia Assist in developing and implementing case management systems and databases of cases Support preparing and updating case management systems and database of cases Support in the preparation and update of and mapping service providers in the area of responsibility Conduct group information sessions for ICLA beneficiaries through outreach, awareness campaigns and advocacy initiatives Provide legal counseling for ICLA beneficiaries seeking legal assistance Take part in mobilization and conducting of needs assessments, studies and researches using focus group discussions, interviews and questionnaires. Conduct trainings and training needs assessments for ICLA target groups Assist in strategic review and monitoring and evaluation of ICLA activities Collate information on government and NGO policies pertaining to IDPs and monitors the general context through regular filed access to identify issues affecting IDPs which relate to ICLA thematic areas Contribute to the development of NRC’s country strategy, action plan and activities plan and priorities in the ICLA sector Prepare and distribute materials on ICLA thematic areas to target communities Establish excellent relations with beneficiaries including understanding the needs of beneficiaries through regular visits and frequent contact Document findings on HLP assessments and studies Analyze and produce quantitative and qualitative activity reports. Bring to the immediate attention of the team leader emergency support issues requiring immediate action and support. Provide analysis on the Protection issues facing Displaced People, highlighting key concerns and durable solutions regarding land/property/Programs Engage in supporting the NRC team in awareness raising campaigns and community mobilization efforts. Participate in the protection cluster sub cluster and working group meetings Perform any relevant tasks assigned by ICLA PO/PC/PMCompetencies
Value driven competencies
You must be committed to the following NRC values:
Dedicated Innovated Inclusive and Accountable.Behavioral competencies
The following are essential for this position:
Handling insecure environments Planning and delivering results AnalyzingProfessional competencies
Generic professional competencies for this position:
University degree in law, social studies, development studies / other relevant field/ the equivalent Minimum of 3 years work experience with NGO, legal or international organisation in the area of protection or human rights Experience from working with protection or HLP projects in a humanitarian/recovery contex Previous experience from working in complex and volatile context Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities Knowledge about own skills/profile Knowledge of EnglishContext related skills; knowledge and experience (shall be adapted to the specific position):
Knowledge of the context in Somalia Knowledge of English and the Somali local language Experience with the Microsoft SuitePerformance Management
The Job Description The individual Work- and Professional Development Plan The Competency FrameworkWe Offer:
Contract period: Subject to the funding.
Salary/benefits: According to NRC’s salary scale and terms and conditions
Duty station: Luuq
Travel: some travel to project areas
Candidates are encouraged to apply early, as applications may be screened prior to the vacancy deadline.
Qualified Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Incomplete, email and paper application will not be considered.
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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