Area Operations Manager Cameroon Kousseri
Quick answer
The Norwegian Refugee Council is hiring a mid-level Area Operations Manager for Kousseri, Cameroon, with a salary of Grade 9 on the NRC Cameroon National salary scale, to oversee the day-to-day operations of the Area Office.
- Role
- Area Operations Manager Cameroon Kousseri
- Organization
- Norwegian Refugee Council
- Location
- Kousseri, Cameroon
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- Grade 9 on NRC Cameroon National salary scale
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Area Operations Manager will lead the day-to-day operational oversight of the designated Area Office by coordinating programme implementation and ensuring compliant, high-quality support services.
What you'll do
- Organise grants opening and closure meetings for the area office in coordination with the country office programme and support relevant staff.
- Represent the organisation externally at the local level in the area and build professional networks to promote NRC as delegated by the Country Director.
- Contribute to assessments for new areas of operation, outline possible areas of intervention and develop program strategies for implementation in relevant area.
- Ensure work and development plans are completed by all staff members in the field office area of operations and performance feedback sessions are conducted on regular basis as per NRC global standards.
- Carry out any other tasks relevant to the area office as delegated by the line manager.
What it takes
- Minimum 3 years of experience in office or operations management, preferably within a humanitarian or recovery context.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and support programme implementation in complex operational environments.
- Fluency in English and French, both written and spoken.
- Experience supporting the implementation of cash-based interventions and market-based programming.
- Strong knowledge of the humanitarian and socio-political context in Far North Cameroon, including displacement dynamics in the Lake Chad Basin region.
- Experience with durable solutions programming, H-D-P Nexus, and transitional approaches linking humanitarian and recovery interventions.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
NRC is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to diversity without distinction to age, gender, religion, ethnicity, nationality, and physical ability. 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.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Kousseri, Cameroon.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is Grade 9 on the NRC Cameroon National salary scale.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include 3 years of experience in office or operations management, fluency in English and French, and experience supporting the implementation of cash-based interventions and market-based programming.
How do I apply?
Applications must be submitted through the NRC application profile at the provided link.
Is the job remote?
The job is in-office.
How to apply
Apply directly on Norwegian Refugee Council's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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