Back Global Emergency Response Team Leader (Open to internal candidates only)

What we are looking for:

NRC is currently looking for a dynamic, motivated and highly experienced humanitarian leader for the position of Global Emergency Response Team Leader. The role is exciting and challenging. It requires flexibility, diplomacy and an ability to adapt to diverse contexts and situations with agility and positivity. NRC is currently present in over 40 countries, and the Global Emergency Response Team Leader role can be called upon to cover interim in any one of those country offices. The position holder will lead the NRC Emergency Response Team (ERT) during missions in the field. The core Emergency Response Team is made up of 3 roles: the Team Leader, Logistics Manager and Programme Specialist. The ERT will normally deploy together as a team; however, individual deployments may occur depending on organisational needs.

What you will do:

• Line management of two Global Emergency Response Team members, plus additional emergency staff as required.
• Provide situation analysis, identify gaps and protection needs, and make proposals/concept notes within the framework of NRC’s core activities, including cash-based interventions and market-based programming, considering the specific needs of the affected population on site and/or in host communities.
• In collaboration with other humanitarian stakeholders, develop and ensure that the relevant assistance is provided and suited to the humanitarian context. 
• Approach in-country donors for emergency funding.
• Identify staffing needs required for the implementation of activities. 
• Provide input to information/media work and advocacy in coordination with NRC Head Office.
• Ensure information sharing and coordination through established humanitarian coordination mechanisms and with external stakeholders.
• Ensure the inclusion of cash-based interventions and market-based programmes in country and area-based strategies and their implementation across and within NRC’s core competencies.
• Provide an enabling environment for the implementation of cash-based interventions, including multi-purpose cash assistance, emergency cash responses.
• Reference to specific responsibilities is outlined in a separate Terms of Reference (TOR) which will be developed for each assignment.
• If there is no request for a joint ERT deployment, the Team Leader may be deployed individually to a country programme on a short-term assignment in a role that matches with their profile. 

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

   What you will bring:

  • Minimum 5 years of experience from working as a Senior Project Manager or similar, in a humanitarian/recovery context
  • Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
  • Experience leading and managing teams
  • Experience in implementing and managing cash-based interventions and market-based programmes
  • Strong networking and relationship building skills
  • Be an active listener; open-minded; good inter-personal relations, excel in analysing information and giving feedback and have a positive attitude toward people 
  • Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile with documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
  • Language: Fluency in English, both written and verbal. French and/or Spanish an asset

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    • Duty station: Global Roving. The Global ERT Leader will undertake short-term assignments, up to 6 months, to different NRC country operations. Assignments are based on requests from NRC’s Regional or Country Offices. 
    • Contract: Fixed term 2 years
    • Travel: Up to 75%. The position holder will be deployed up to 75% of the year. The remaining approximately 25% will be annual leave and breaks between deployments.
    • Salary/benefits: grade 11 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: To apply as an internal candidate, log in with your official email or click on Opportunity Marketplace.
      • 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.
      • We invite applications from all qualified and interested candidates. Send in your application by latest May 27th, 2025.
      • If you have any questions about this role, please email mero.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.
        • You will gain global exposure through various emergency response deployments while working for a leading humanitarian INGO.
        • You will take leadership in your area of expertise, be deployed to humanitarian crises, and contribute to managing NRC’s emergency response in affected countries where NRC operates. 
        • No two days are the same. You will face challenges that will push your limits to new levels of growth as well as find satisfaction in impacting people’s lives positively.
        • A challenging and rewarding opportunity with an international team of humanitarian experts. 
        • NRC is dedicated to growing talent – you will have opportunities to develop professionally and unlock new levels of responsibility and growth within the organization. 
        • You will work across various levels of the organisation and engage closely with your community of practice to share and gain knowledge and stay abreast with trends in the sector.
        • An international contract in a roving role, with an attractive roving allowance. You will be deployed 75% and non-deployed 25% of time, within your contract period. 
        • NRC values its employees' well-being and safety. You will enjoy comprehensive and competitive compensation and benefits in line with NRC’s salary scale, terms and conditions. We also provide psychological support, recognizing the emotional toll of emergency response work.
        • NRC international salaries are now pegged to USD.

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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. 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