• Application Deadline: Wed, 15 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Area Manager


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 5 years


• Location Adamawa


• Job Field NGO/Non-Profit  , Project Management 
  

The purpose of the Area Manager position is to ensure high-quality and cost-effective programme/project implementation within the designated geographical area. In Nigeria, this position is a key member of the County Management Group (CMG).

All NRC employees are expected to work in accordance with the organisation’s core values: dedication, innovation, inclusivity and accountability. These attitudes and beliefs shall guide our actions and relationships.

Role and responsibilities

Some of the responsibilities include:

• Represent the NRC to all appropriate authorities and in all official work  in Adamawa State, Nigeria


• Establish a good working environment based on the NRC values


• Coordinate all area level programme and operational activities


• Lead the area grants management (GOM, GR and GEM) with the coordination and technical support of the GM


• Identify, initiate and follow up on advocacy issues at area level in close coordination with the Advocacy Manager and Country Director


• Ensure support functions are managed according to NRC policies


• Ensure legally binding financial contracts and payments at area level are made as per the threshold limit stipulated on the authorization table


• In collaboration with the HSS Manager, ensure that the Security Plan for the area is updated regularly


• Report to the Country Director any violations of NRC’s Personnel policies and Code of Conduct


• Ensure quality documentation of all NRC activities at area level


• Through close monitoring of the context, develop approaches and activities ensuring promotion of the Do No Harm principle

Professional competencies

• Minimum 5 years experience in a senior management level position in a humanitarian/recovery context.


• Experience from working in complex and volatile contexts


• Technical expertise in Protection, Shelter, WASH, or Food Security will be a distinct advantage


• Fluency in English, both written and verbal


• Knowledge of the context in Nigeria or West Africa (Lake Chad crisis)


• Experience with rapidly growing programmes  

What we offer:

• 12-month fixed-term contract, with possibility of extension


• Grade 10 in NRC scale


• An opportunity to match your career to a compelling cause


• A chance to meet and work with people who are the best in their fields