ICLA Programme Development Manager Moldova

The purpose of the ICLA PDM position is to design, develop, and oversee implementation of programmatic and technical aspects of NRC’s ICLA portfolio, as determined as part of the 2024 strategy review process. In close collaboration with the Head of Programme, the NRC ICLA project staff, and local implementing partners, the role will work to further enhance the quality of current ICLA projects and identify opportunities for further programmatic interventions. The PDM will provide quality assurance for all projects, ensure smooth and compliant implementation, and foster the capacity of staff through mentoring and training, as well as identifying additional funding opportunities to further grow the programme.

What you will do:

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1. Lead the implementation of the 2023-26 NRC Moldova ICLA programme strategy (including plan of actions) to ensure the response in addressing the protracted needs of refugees while in displacement aligned where relevant with national action plans and strategies.
2. Develop and lead on conducting needs assessments (in collaboration with CC leads and MEL teams) to identify ICLA-related needs and capacities in country and ensure synergies and multi-sectoral responses.
3. Foster exchange of technical and strategic guidance between local partners, ICLA Programme staff, and other relevant CC staff to support quality project implementation.
4. Ensure ICLA programme quality throughout project cycle management (PCM) (including beneficiary participation, mainstreaming of cross-cutting issues such as gender, protection, disability, environment, value for money, etc).
5. Play a leading role in the Protection Working Group, Protection Advisory Group, country level or regional coordination, and technical forums relevant ICLA, and identify contextual trends relevant to programming and future opportunities
6. Responsible for mainstreaming Safe and Inclusive Programming (SIP) in ICLA program design and implementation, and contribute to the successful implementation of the NRC Moldova SIP Action Plan
7. Oversee the implementation of Kobli, the ICLA digital platform pilot and its further development and rollout
8. Ensure appropriate follow-up of ICLA cross-border responses in collaboration with CEE Regional Office
9. Perform other relevant tasks as requested by and in discussion with the Head of Programme
10. Based on evidence, promote integrated programming initiatives (with other core competencies) through systematic planning and cooperation in line with the NRC Programme Policy, with an objective of supporting contributions to self-reliance and durable solutions. 
11. Identify innovative strategic partnerships with local actors including civil society and relevant authorities, to address the specific needs of people affected by displacement and promote the development and inclusion of diverse partnerships with local actors to support advocacy, implementation and programming relevant to the ICLA Core Competency.
12. Contribute to a culture of learning from programme implementation, sharing of best practice and capacity building, by ensuring that key learnings are extracted from ICLA CC implementation, and incorporate them in CC and staff development processes

What you will bring:

• Minimum 6 years of experience within technical expertise area in a humanitarian/ recovery context
• Experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
• Budget management experience
• Experience working with local partners and actors
• ICLA Core competency expertise—in human rights and access to justice programming. 
• Experience working in coordination and liaising with external agencies.
• Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
• Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile 
• Fluency in English, both written and verbal

What we offer

• Duty station: Chisinnau, Republic of Moldova
• Contract: 12 months.
• Travel: 25% within Moldova
• Salary/benefits: according to NRC grade 9 international
• 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.
• NRC is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to diversity without distinction to age, gender, religion, ethnicity, nationality, and physical ability.

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 ceero.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.