Global Shelter & Settlements (S&S) Adviser
Quick answer
The Norwegian Refugee Council is hiring a Global Shelter & Settlements Adviser based in Amman (or the MENA region) to provide technical leadership and strategic support for humanitarian programming.
- Role
- Global Shelter & Settlements (S&S) Adviser
- Organization
- Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC)
- Location
- Amman, Jordan (or resident contract for MENA nationals)
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is seeking a Global Shelter & Settlements (S&S) Adviser to provide strategic and technical leadership for humanitarian programmes across the MENA region. This role involves developing S&S policies, supporting regional strategy implementation, and fostering innovation and capacity building within country offices. The adviser will work within a matrix structure to ensure high-quality humanitarian response, proposal design, and compliance with donor requirements. The position requires a collaborative approach and involves significant travel to volatile contexts to support field operations.
What you'll do
- Develop and implement S&S strategies, policies, and innovative tools.
- Provide technical supervision and capacity building to country and regional specialists.
- Lead the institutionalization of sector-specific MEL tools and quality standards.
- Contribute to regional proposal design and resource mobilization efforts.
- Maintain relationships with donors, UN agencies, and regional advocacy leads.
What it takes
- Minimum 6 years of relevant professional experience in the humanitarian sector.
- Proven track record in programme quality and strategic development.
- Extensive experience working in complex and volatile humanitarian contexts.
- Fluency in English (Arabic, French, or Spanish are considered an advantage).
- Willingness to travel up to 40% of the time, including to high-risk field locations.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Grade 9 salary scale on NRC resident or mobile terms, with professional development opportunities and a supportive humanitarian work culture.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote?
No, this is an in-office role based in Amman, Jordan, or as a resident contract for nationals of countries in the MENA region, with up to 40% travel required.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation is based on Grade 9 of NRC’s Resident or Mobile salary scale; specific dollar amounts are not disclosed in the posting.
What are the primary qualifications required?
Candidates must have at least 6 years of humanitarian experience, expertise in shelter and settlements programming, and a strong background in programme quality and staff capacity building.
How do I apply for this position?
Interested candidates should submit their application and CV in English through the NRC recruitment portal, ensuring their profile includes all required experience and education history.
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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