What we are looking for:
Join NRC as a Global Specialist - Safe Programming (Maternity Cover)!
Are you passionate about embedding safety, dignity, and protection into humanitarian programming? In this impactful role, you'll be NRC’s go-to expert on Safe Programming - shaping global standards, tools, and guidance under the Safe and Inclusive Programming (SIP) framework. You’ll work closely with Country and Regional Offices to provide strategic advice, drive capacity building, support donor compliance, and help bring the SIP Action Plan to life. As a key member of our global team, you’ll collaborate across functions and regions to deliver high-quality, people-cantered programming where it’s needed most.
What you will do:
Some of your specific responsibilities include:
Country Office support:
Support already identified Country Offices (max 4-5) with Safe Programming priorities for 2025 and 2026. This may include remote coaching, in-country missions, etc.Helpdesk support for SIP Action Plans, development and reporting:
Lead the finalisation of the digitalisation of SIP Action Plans. Lead the launch of the new digitalised SIP Action Plans, lead sensitisation/Q&A sessions with Country Office to facilitate the development of their Action Plans. Support the launch of new reporting approach on SIP Action plans, incl. sensitisation of COs on reporting requirements.Helpdesk for themes associated with Safe Programming and general SIP training:
Support COs with referrals priority for 2025 (in close coordination with CFM), including working with CORE (new information management system). Finalise schedule of general Safe Programming and general SIP training remote training opportunities for 2026 (e.g. related to safety, avoid causing harm, referrals, SIP analysis, SIP basic training, training of trainers). Lead webinars in 2026, on for instance SIP basic training, Training of Trainers, SIP analysis, etc. in coordination with other team members in Community Engagement and Inclusion team.Global development of guidance and training:
If needed, further development of referrals and CORE (new information management system). Further development of available package on SIP and local partners. Further development of SIP and Protection from Violence guidance and training.Please download the detailed job description to learn more about the position.
What you will bring:
Minimum 6 years of relevant professional experience in a similar position within the humanitarian field. In-depth knowledge of and experience in Safe Programming. Proven experience in programme quality and strategic approaches to programme development. Experience of developing practical tools and resources. Experience of programme development and delivery. Experience of delivering learning and development as part of quality improvement and capacity building. Experience from different countries from across more than one NRC region. Extensive experience in programming in complex and volatile contexts. Willingness to travel to high-risk COs (including area offices and field offices). Willingness to keep HEAT training valid. Fluency in English, both written and verbal. Knowledge of Arabic, French or Spanish is considered an advantage. Understanding of and commitment to organisational learning, and the role and contribution of Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning to quality management and development. Understanding of, and commitment to working collaboratively with technical and operational colleagues within a matrix structure, including capacity building.What we offer:
Duty station: Any country where NRC has an operational presence (Except Geneva & Washington DC), or through an Employer of Record (EoR) arrangement in France, Italy, Denmark, Finland, Spain, or the Netherlands. Contract: 6 months. Travel: Up to 20% Salary/benefits: grade 9 on NRC’s Resident 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 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.If you have any questions about this role, please email ho.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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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