Job Description

NORCAP works to improve aid to better protect and empower people affected by crisis and climate change. We do this by providing expertise and solutions to humanitarian, development and peacebuilding partners, because we believe working together is the best way to reduce needs, risks and vulnerability over time. We seek and promote more effective ways of working at the global level and in the field. NORCAP’s aim is not only to reduce needs, but also to create choice and opportunity for vulnerable people. NORCAP works with and through our partners to improve aid in two complementary ways:

• We provide targeted expertise to strengthen our partners’ response.
• We collaborate with partners to develop solutions to un‑met gaps and challenges.

This role is central to advancing NORCAP’s commitment to climate action, peace, democracy, and human rights through strategic leadership, policy influence, and effective programme delivery.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As Director for Climate Action, Peace and Democracy, you will lead one of NORCAP’s most forward‑looking portfolios—where strategic leadership, programme quality, and policy influence come together. You will guide a strong team, shape partnerships, and steer a portfolio that has the mandate to rethink how aid can better address climate‑related risks, strengthen peaceful societies, and uphold democratic space. You will work directly with senior counterparts across NORCAP and global partners to bring evidence, innovation and solutions into practice while ensuring the section’s resources, people and NORCAP Assignments deliver meaningful impact. The role is based in Oslo, reports to the Executive Director of NORCAP, and includes 10% travel.

As the Director, Climate Action, Peace and Democracy, you will take on the following responsibilities:

• Lead and develop the section’s strategy, ensuring clear priorities, strong alignment with NORCAP’s overall direction, and effective translation into implementable plans that deliver results.
  
• Provide inclusive people leadership to section staff, including goal‑setting, performance management, mentoring, workforce planning, duty of care, and a positive team culture.
  
• Oversee programme and portfolio management across climate action, peace, democracy and human rights, ensuring quality, compliance, effective processes, and results‑based management.
  
• Drive fundraising and donor relations for the section, securing annual budget targets, ensuring high‑quality reporting, and maintaining strong, compliant partnerships.
  
• Strengthen collaboration across NORCAP and NRC, enabling cross‑team learning, joint programming opportunities, and shared solutions to sector challenges.
  
• Lead strategic engagement with partners and stakeholders to promote improved aid practices, policy development, advocacy, and visibility of NORCAP’s impact.
  

• Manage budgets and resources responsibly, ensuring cost‑efficient delivery and achievement of key metrics, targets, and compliance requirements.

  
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You will work closely with:

• Section for Partnership, Quality and Programme Support on strategy, business development, donor relations, grants management, and M&E.
  
• Section for Emergency, Protection and Resilience, and NRC Programmes, on coordination, learning, and joint programming.
  
• NRC Partnership & Policy Department on advocacy and external communications.
  
• NRC Legal, HR NORCAP, and other NORCAP sections on compliance, workforce planning, coordination and information sharing.
  
• Relevant teams across the wider NORCAP Department to ensure coherence and collaboration.

To excel in this role, candidates should possess the following qualifications and skills:

• Higher education in a relevant field, and a minimum of five years of senior leadership experience in climate action, peace, democracy, or related international fields.
  
• Proven track record in programme and project management, organisational development, and strategic planning.
  
• Demonstrable results in fundraising, donor relations, and building strong external partnerships.
  
• Experience managing resources, budgets, and portfolios to achieve measurable outcomes.
  
• Strong communication skills in English and Norwegian; additional languages are an asset.
  
• Ability to motivate, lead and support colleagues, with experience in inclusive line management.
  
• Please read the attached job description for more details before applying.

COMPETENCIES

The main competencies of a member of our team are:

• Planning and delivering results
  
• Analysing
  
• Working with people
  
• Communication with impact and respect
  
• Coping with change
  
• Building meaningful relations
  
• Acting with integrity
  
• Empowering people

OUR VALUES & COMMITMENT

• NORCAP is part of the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC).
  
• All NRC employees are expected to act in accordance with the organisation’s values.
  
• Being dedicated, innovative, inclusive, and accountable are behaviours and beliefs that guide how we work and how we build relationships. We are committed to creating a safe, respectful, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, empowered, supported, and a genuine sense of belonging.
  
• NORCAP values diversity, equity, and inclusion and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. We believe that a diverse workforce strengthens our ability to respond effectively to the needs of people affected by crisis.
  
• NRC has a zero‑tolerance stance toward any form of exploitation or abuse, including sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment (SEAH), and we do not tolerate inaction when concerns arise.
  
• All offers are subject to reference and background checks conducted in line with our safeguarding standards, and NORCAP reserves the right to conduct a full background check on shortlisted candidates.

WHAT WE OFFER

In recognition of your expertise and contributions, we provide the following benefits and opportunities:

• Flexible working hours
  
• Hybrid working
  
• Rewarding work for a renowned global organisation dedicated to addressing humanitarian, peacebuilding, and development challenges
  
• A new, people‑centric workspace: In January 2027, we’ll move to our new home at Drivhuset (Urtegata 9)—a fully renovated, sustainable workspace in central Oslo with quiet zones, collaborative areas, and modern facilities designed to enhance wellbeing and innovation.

HOW TO APPLY

Based on what you have read so far, do you think you could be a good fit? If so, please follow these steps and apply!

• When submitting your application, kindly register in English your full employment history and education. Please include your full name as written in your passport. Uploaded CVs alone will not be reviewed.
  
• NORCAP reserves the right to conduct a full background check on shortlisted candidates.
  
• Feedback will be given to all applicants within four weeks after the closing of this advertisement.
  
• Apply before 08 April 2026, 11:59PM (Oslo time).
  
• We look forward to receiving your application!