Area Manager
Quick answer
NRC is hiring a senior Area Manager for Venezuela with experience in emergency response and project management to oversee operations in earthquake-affected areas. The position offers a national or international contract, up to 40% travel, and a salary of grade 10 on NRC’s regional scale.
- Role
- Area Manager
- Organization
- Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC)
- Location
- Caracas, Venezuela (Non Family Duty Station)
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- grade 10 on NRC’s regional salary scale, with accompanying terms and conditions
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is seeking an Area Manager for Venezuela responsible for ensuring high-quality program implementation in earthquake-affected areas.
What you'll do
- Line management responsibilities for directly reporting staff
- Ensure the implementation of all projects and programmes in line with NRC's standards and donors' requirements
- Assess needs, develop and implement emergency response plans
- Manage the Area Office ensuring internal structure is in place
- Responsible for overall staff security and safety
What it takes
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience working as a Senior Project Manager/field manager/area manager in a humanitarian context
- Previous experience working in complex and volatile contexts
- Fluency in Spanish and English, both written and verbal
- University degree in Social Sciences, Economic Sciences and Administration or similar
- Experience leading large teams and managing personnel with favourable results
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Duty station, travel up to 40%, international contract (optional)
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is based in Caracas, Venezuela.
What is the compensation package?
The position offers a salary of grade 10 on NRC’s regional scale and up to 40% travel. International contracts are available for non-Venezuelan candidates.
What qualifications are required?
Candidates must have at least 3-5 years of experience in humanitarian contexts, fluency in Spanish and English, and a university degree in Social Sciences or similar fields.
How do I apply for the position?
Applications should be submitted through NRC’s internal careers site. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
How to apply
Apply directly on Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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