The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is reinforcing its presence in North-East Ukraine and establishes an Area Office based in Kharkiv. The Area Office North - East (AONE) will become a new area office, scaled up from the current Kharkiv Field Office, and will start being operational in the first half of 2026. The Area Programme Manager will take an active part in this scale up.
AONE will cover regions of Kharkiv and Sumy where current Field Office (FO) in Shostka will, in first half of 2026, structurally move to be under new Kharkiv AONE.
The key sectors of intervention covered by the North-East area office will include Shelter, Information Counselling and Legal Assistance (ICLA), Protection from Violence, Education, and emergency response through cash assistance.
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Partnership Officer to join our team. This role is essential in fostering strong collaborations that align with NRC’s strategic objectives. The Partnership Officer will support the growth and effectiveness of our partnerships by facilitating partner assessments, agreements, and ensuring smooth coordination of joint activities.
Planned start date is February 2026.
This position is open to candidates who have the legal right to work in Ukraine. Please note that we are unable to provide work permits or visa sponsorships for this position.
Generic responsibilities
Support the identification, assessment, and selection of potential partners in alignment with NRC’s strategic priorities.
Facilitate the development and management of partnership agreements, ensuring compliance with NRC policies and donor requirements.
Provide guidance and support to partners on NRC’s partnership principles, tools, and processes.
Maintain effective communication and coordination with partners, ensuring timely information-sharing and issue resolution.
Support the monitoring and evaluation of partnerships, including partner performance, results, and overall effectiveness.
Contribute to partnership mapping, analysis, and reporting to strengthen NRC’s localization efforts.
Identify challenges and opportunities in partnership management and propose solutions to enhance collaboration.
Organize and participate in partnership meetings, workshops, and joint planning sessions to foster strong working relationships. Support NRC staff in building their understanding of partnership approaches and best practices.
Specific responsibilities
Support the Partnerships coordinator in mapping local partners in North-East AO and ensuring the mapping remains up to date.
Support the Partnerships coordinator in identifying potential