Job Description

What we are looking for

We are looking for a senior humanitarian protection professional with strong project implementation experience, preferably in complex and volatile environments. You will bring strong technical expertise in Protection from Violence, together with proven experience in protection case management, referrals, case planning and conferencing, and delivering protection outcomes through individual assistance.

If you are an experienced protection professional ready to lead high-quality, life-saving programming in Gaza/Palestine, we would like to hear from you.

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

What you will do

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is seeking an experienced Protection from Violence Project Manager to lead the implementation and quality delivery of protection programming in Gaza. In this role, you will lead NRC’s Protection programming, currently focused on Individual Response Services, including Protection Case Management and Individual Protection Assistance, with opportunities to develop and expand Civilian Self-Protection activities.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the effective and efficient implementation of Protection projects in line with NRC strategies, proposals, budgets and donor requirements.
• Provide technical leadership and quality assurance across Protection from Violence programming.
• Manage, mentor and build the capacity of Protection project teams, ensuring effective transfer of technical skills.
• Lead Protection Case Management and Individual Protection Assistance programming, including the development and implementation of tools, SOPs and case-management systems.
• Support the development and rollout of Civilian Self-Protection activities and community-led protection initiatives.
• Ensure effective monitoring, evaluation, learning and reporting, including capturing lessons learned and contributing to donor and internal reports.
• Monitor protection risks and trends, generate analysis and identify opportunities to strengthen protection outcomes.
• Represent NRC in relevant clusters, sector coordination forums and working groups, and build strong relationships with authorities, partners, donors and humanitarian actors.
• Advocate with relevant stakeholders and duty bearers to address protection risks and achieve meaningful outcomes for affected communities.
• Ensure programming is safe, inclusive and aligned with NRC policies, standards and relevant international legal frameworks.

What you will bring

• Minimum 3 years of experience from a senior level project implementation position in a humanitarian/recovery context.
• Proven experience managing humanitarian protection projects and teams with strong technical expertise in general protection case management and Individual Protection Assistance.
• Experience working in low-resource and complex humanitarian settings.
• Experience with community-led initiatives, negotiations and advocacy is an asset.
• Knowledge of the Palestinian context and protection environment.
• Experience with humanitarian coordination structures, including IASC/UNHCR-led coordination mechanisms.
• Strong organisational, communication, interpersonal and representation skills.
• Good knowledge of data protection standards and protection information management.
• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Fluency in English; Arabic proficiency, both written and verbal, is highly desirable.

Please download the detailed job description to learn more about the position.

What we offer

• Duty station: Gaza Palestine
• Fixed term contract: 12 months national contract, renewable based on performance, funding and need for the position
• Travel: 0%
• Salary/benefits: Grade 8 on NRC's national 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.

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Important information about the application process

• We invite applications from qualified candidates matching the profile. Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Gaza Palestine, We are unable to provide work permits or visa sponsorships for this position.
• Please ensure you attach copies of your academic and professional certificates.
• 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.

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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

Learn more about NRC

Learn more about NRC Palestine

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a global humanitarian organisation helping people forced to flee.

Join us in assisting millions of people in areas where others cannot, tackling some of the world's most dangerous and difficult crises. Bring your skills and dedication to an organisation recognised for providing high quality aid and for defending the rights of refugees and internally displaced people.

At NRC, we give responsibility to employees at all levels and foster professional growth and innovative teams. You can expect a supportive culture and an open dialogue with management. We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion.

Together, we save lives and rebuild futures.

Safeguarding is central to NRC’s work. We expect all employees to:

• treat everyone with respect and dignity
• contribute to building a safe environment for all
• never engage in any form of exploitation, harassment and specifically sexual exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment (SEAH)
• always report. NRC has a zero-tolerance approach to inaction against exploitation, abuse and SEAH