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Head of Programme Nigeria

LocationAbuja, Nigeria

SetupOn-site

LevelSenior

Posted2w ago

Programs & Operations

Quick answer

The Norwegian Refugee Council is hiring a senior Head of Programme Nigeria in Abuja, Nigeria, paying grade 11 on NRC’s salary scale, to lead strategic leadership and oversight for the Country Office’s programme portfolio.

Role: Head of Programme Nigeria
Organization: Norwegian Refugee Council
Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Work setup: On-site
Level: Senior
Compensation: grade 11 on NRC’s salary scale
Category: Programs & Operations

The role

The Head of Programme Nigeria position involves strategic leadership and oversight for the Country Office’s programme portfolio, ensuring effective design, implementation, and monitoring of projects and interventions.

What you'll do

Lead the development of the Country Office fundraising strategy.
Lead the development and implementation of NRC’s partnership strategy in Nigeria.
Contribute to the development and implementation of country strategy.
Ensure sound and timely grants management through NRC’s Project Cycle Management (PCM) framework.
Act as Acting Country Director (CD) when delegated.

What it takes

A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (programme management, business or a social science related).
Minimum 5 years’ experience from a senior management position in a humanitarian/ recovery context with responsibility for programme and/or project management.
Experience in NRC Core Competency programming is an asset.
Experience of working on, coordinating or leading consortia or other forms of partnership implementation.
Experience in MEAL systems and approaches, and accountability mechanisms and frameworks.
Experience from working in complex and volatile contexts.

What you'll bring

Strategic thinkingInitiating action and changeEmpowering and building trustManaging resources to optimize resultsHandling insecure environmentsDeliver Results

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 Abuja, Nigeria.

What is the compensation?

The compensation is grade 11 on NRC’s salary scale.

What are the key qualifications required?

Key qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, minimum 5 years’ experience from a senior management position in a humanitarian/ recovery context, and experience in NRC Core Competency 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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