NORCAP works to improve aid to better protect and empower people affected by crisis and climate change. We do this by providing expertise and solutions to humanitarian, development and peacebuilding partners, because we believe working together is the best way to reduce needs, risks and vulnerability over time. We seek and promote more effective ways of working at the global level and in the field. NORCAP’s aim is not only to reduce needs, but also to create choice and opportunity for people.
We work with and through our partners to improve aid in two complementary ways:
We provide targeted expertise to strengthen our partners’ response
We collaborate with partners to develop solutions to unmet gaps and challenges
We are looking to recruit a Transitions Adviser for Colombia to be hosted by UNOCHA. The Transitions Adviser will serve as liaison with the UN Verification Mission to Colombia on political and peace issues, and the UN Country Team (UNCT) and Humanitarian Country Team (HCT), as required.
The transitions adviser will strengthen the coherence of the UN System, including liaison between the UNCT, the HCT and the UN Verification Mission, and coordination with the Colombian Government and donors to make tangible contributions towards an inclusive and sustainable peace, along the lines of the UN Secretary General’s vision to better connect humanitarian, peacebuilding and development efforts
Under the supervision of OCHA’s Head of Office, advising the UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator (RC/HC) and in close coordination with UN Verification Mission to Colombia, the Transitions Advisor will provide analytic, planning, coordination and liaising capacity, focusing on the following tasks:
Support the RC/HC in the development of coherent UN programmatic engagement in areas aimed at sustaining peace and preventing conflict.
Support the RC/HC in coordinating interagency results groups aimed at establishing a coherent and integrated UN approach to sustaining peace and conflict prevention (including the normative standards outlined in UN Security Council Resolutions and recommendations by UN Human Rights bodies).
Advanced university degree (Master’s Degree) in political science, sociology, international relations, international economics, law, public administration, or other related social sciences. In lieu of an Advanced degree, a Bachelor university degree with additional years of experience.
Please find a more detailed Terms of reference here
The scope of the position requires the following competences:
Innovation
Leadership
Relationship management
Communication
Delivery
Our Values
NORCAP is part of the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC). All NRC employees are expected to work in accordance with the organisation’s values: dedicated, innovative, inclusive, and accountable. We prioritise safety, wellbeing, and a positive working culture where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered. NRC has zero tolerance for exploitation, abuse, or inaction.
What We Offer
Flexible working hours
Hybrid working
Rewarding work for a renowned global organisation dedicated to addressing humanitarian, peacebuilding, and development challenges
How to Apply
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NORCAP values diversity, equity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, religion or disability.
NORCAP reserves the right to conduct a full background check on shortlisted candidates.
Approved Health Certificate will be required prior to contract commencement and assignment.
Feedback will be given to all applicants within four weeks after the closing of this advertisement.
Apply before 10th February 2026, 23:59 PM Oslo time.
We look forward to receiving your application!