Protection from Violence Project Manager North-East Ukraine Kharkiv

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What we are looking for

Experience in a similar role with project management experience in a humanitarian/ recovery, complex and volatile contexts. Knowledge and experience of Protection Case Management and Individual Protection Assistance, Civilian Self-Protection, community-based protection or community led initiatives. 

Knowledge and experience of Protection Analysis and Monitoring is an asset as well as experience managing projects in a durable solutions context. 

Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Ukraine. We are unable to provide work permits or visa sponsorships for this position.

What you will do

The Protection from Violence (PfV) Project Manager oversees the implementation of all PfV activities in the North-East Area and contributes to strategic thinking on programme development at the area level.The position encompasses team and local partners management, project cycle management, capacity building and programme quality, while ensuring integrated programming approaches and coordination with key stakeholders. 

The position directly reports to the Area Programme Manager and receive technical guidance 

from the PfV Specialist. The role holder will be responsible for the overall management of the North-East area PfV team and supervise PfV local partners. 

Key responsibilities:

Contribute to the development of Country, Area and Core Competency (CC) strategies, initiate and participate in the development of relevant PfV projects. 

Coordinate and manage PfV project implementation (activities, budget and project documentation) in line with proposals, strategies, donor requirements and NRC policies and guidelines. 

Implement technical direction and ensure high technical quality of projects in line with NRC global standards and approaches. 

Provide regular progress reports to the Area Manager and the PfV Specialist. 

Ensure that projects target beneficiaries most in need of protection, explore and asses new and better ways to assist while promoting the rights of IDPs/returnees in line with the advocacy strategy including relevant safe and inclusive programming considerations. 

Develop and manage project budgets (in cooperation and coordination across CCs). 

Line management and development of project staff to ensure transfer of key skills. 

Train, mentor, and coach staff on general protection case management and Individual Protection Assistance, protection monitoring in line with NRC modalities, SOPs, and toolkit. 

Work closely with the NRC Partnerships team to identify potential partnerships and build capacity of local actors, including through flexible mini-grants and other support modalities. 

Maintain protection analysis for the area covered to inform programme and strategy at area and country level. 

Represent NRC and contribute to protection sub-cluster and relevant WGs, as relevant. Liaise and collaborate with relevant local authorities and other key stakeholders. 

What you will bring

Minimum 3 years’ experience from a project management position in a humanitarian/ recovery, complex and volatile contexts. 

Knowledge and experience of Protection Case Management and Individual Protection Assistance, Civilian Self-Protection, community-based protection or community led initiatives. 

Knowledge and experience of Protection Analysis and Monitoring is an asset. 

Experience in managing projects in a durable solutions context. 

Fluency in English, both written and verbal as well as Ukrainian language. Knowledge of Russian language is an asset. 

Experience from working in complex and volatile contexts. 

Knowledge of the Ukrainian context is ad added advantage.

Valid driver’s license.

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What we offer

Duty station: Kharkiv Ukraine, North East Area Office.

Contract: 12 months.

Travel: Up to 30% to field locations.

Salary/benefits: Grade 8 on NRC's grading structure.

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.

Important information about the application process

Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Ukraine. We are unable to provide work permits or visa sponsorships for this position. 

Please ensure you attach copies of your academic and professional certificates. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

To apply as an internal candidate, log in with your official email address 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.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We receive many applicants for each vacant position.

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.

 to see NRC in action.

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