Area Manager

An experienced professional who has served in senior management roles in humanitarian/recovery contexts supporting both programming and support functions. Experience implementing emergency/rapid response programming and access negotiation as well as knowledge of donor requirements and compliance rules.

You will provide overall leadership, management, and strategic direction to the designated geographical area for the Palestine Office.

In this position, you will:

• Ensure efficient and smooth move to full Area Office operational structure in the West Bank. 
• Set-up administrative and other processes in the area office to ensure efficient and cost-effective operations. 
• Engage proactively in humanitarian coordination mechanisms and maintain constructive relationships with key NGOs, donors, UN and government partners, including AIDA and the ICCG, and the West Bank Protection Consortium.
• Ensure the establishment of good relationships with national and local authorities.
• Travel regularly to field sites to oversee operations and monitor programming.
• Follow on context in the area and ensure deployment of relevant teams to perform rapid needs assessments and field response coordination when needed.
• Make sure to implement CO SOPs and where needed establish specific area SOPs.
• Oversee and be responsible for incorporating Safe and Inclusive Programming (SIP) Minimum Standards into West Bank implementation as per NRC guidelines, policies and Palestine-specific explanatory notes.

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What you will bring:

• Minimum bachelor’s degree in a relevant domain. A Master’s degree is preferable. 
• Minimum 5 years experience working in a senior management role in humanitarian/recovery contexts. 
• Significant previous experience working in complex and volatile contexts.
• Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities.
• Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile.
• Fluency in English, both written and verbal. 
• Sound knowledge of the Palestinian context. 
• Knowledge of donor requirements and compliance rules. 
• Strong proposal writing skills. 
• Strong budgeting and budget management skills
• Arabic language skills are desirable.

If you are interested to apply for this position, please check the full Job Description: JD Area Manager

What we offer:

• Duty station: West Bank, Palestine
• Contract: 12-month contract (possible extension, dependent on performance & funding) 
• Travel: up to 30% 
• Salary/benefits: Highly competitive salary on grade 10 on NRC’s scale with accompanying terms and conditions
• 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. 

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Important information about the application process:

• To apply as an internal candidate, log in with your official email, 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, ensuring 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.
• We receive many applications for each vacant position, and as a result, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Nationals with international experience are encouraged to apply.
• We invite applications from all qualified and interested candidates. Send in your application by 13th January 2024.
• If you have any questions about this role, please email [email protected] with the job title as the subject line.