What we are looking for
An experienced professional with a background and experience in Legal aid/access to justice programming within humanitarian/ recovery/development context, with knowledge of international human rights law and experienced in advocacy work.
Strategic vision to grow the Jordan programme and fundraising experience, coupled with technical expertise in HLP rights, legal identity, work rights, policy advocacy, returnee's counselling is required for this position.
Experience working with displacement-affected populations, middle income or high-income humanitarian contexts.
Expertise working in coordination and liaising with external actors and donors as well as engaging with and building strategic partnerships with various stakeholders, including civil society and national authorities.
Ability to work independently and proactively with limited daily support and supervision is necessary for this position.
MENA Contextual knowledge and experience (understanding of Syria crisis) with a regional and global perspective
What you will do
The purpose of the ICLA Specialist position is technical development of the Information Counselling and Legal Assistance (ICLA) Core Competency (CC); define strategic direction and quality assurance and oversee implementation of the ICLA strategy and quality control in alignment with Country Office Overall and Specific Objectives.
The Specialist will also play a key role in donor engagement and resource acquisition for the ICLA CC. The ICLA Specialist is also responsible for mentoring, training and capacity building of staff on ICLA technical capacity.
Key responsibilities;
Develop ICLA strategy, technical guidance and Macro Logframes (LFAs) that are aligned with regional and global strategies and priorities. Lead the review of the ICLA program strategy (including plan of actions) in the evolving context in the Syria response and ensure a relevant response in addressing the protracted and emerging needs of refugees while in displacement. Identify trends, technical standards and donor priorities and contribute to fundraising for the ICLA programme, develop and revise funding proposals, budgets and donor reports. Provide technical direction and project implementation support, ensuring overall quality of the programme, including through beneficiary participation and continuous learning, in collaboration with the MEAL department. Ensure that key learnings are extracted from ICLA implementation, and incorporate them in ICLA and staff development processes. Lead capacity development initiatives for local partners on legal aid case management and on laws and obligations relevant to refugees, in collaboration with ICLA Technical Coordinator. Contribute to the development of an advocacy strategy, in collaboration with Advocacy Manager, and lead on ICLA advocacy priorities promoting the rights of refugees, and any other policy and advocacy priorities, as identified in the program strategy. Provide systematic training and build capacity of technical staff in approaches including cash based interventions and market-based programme. Follow up on compliance with contractual commitments within ICLA, ensure high technical quality and synergies in project implementation, ensuring compliance with and adherence to NRC policies, guidance and procedures. Ensure ICLA program activities are implemented within NRC’s Safe and Inclusive Programming (SIP) guidelines and action plans. Ensure sustainability and transition of the ICLA program, including promotion of refugee inclusion in national systems and handing over specific program components to local actors. Represent NRC in relevant forums/clusters, including with national authorities and donors.What you will bring
Minimum 5 years of professional experience within technical expertise area in a legal aid/access to justice programming within /humanitarian/ recovery/development context. Experience working with displacement-affected populations and experience in middle income or high-income humanitarian contexts. Experience working in coordination and liaising with external actors and donors. Ability to work independently and proactively with limited daily support and supervision. Fluency in English, both written and verbal. Knowledge of Arabic is an asset.Context/specific skills, knowledge and experience
Knowledge of the context in Jordan and/or neighbouring or similar countries. Knowledge of international human rights law and refugee law. Experience in advocacy work. Experience engaging with and building strategic partnerships with various stakeholders, including civil society and national authorities. Experience with legal aid programme development including leading technical proposals.Download the detailed job description here to learn more about the position.
What we offer
Duty station: Amman Jordan Contract: 12 months (Renewable) Travel: Up to 30% Salary/benefits: Grade 9 on NRC's grading structure. 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
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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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Learn more about NRC Jordan 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