Organisation: Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC)
Location: Juba, South Sudan
Contract Type: 24 months (National or International)
Closing Date: 5 November 2025
Encouraged Applicants: Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply
About the Role
The Head of Programme (HoP) will lead NRC’s programme strategy and ensure that all projects in South Sudan are designed, implemented, and monitored in line with NRC standards, donor requirements, and humanitarian principles. The position forms part of the Country Management Group (CMG) and plays a vital role in strengthening programme quality, partnerships, donor relations, and staff capacity.
Key Responsibilities
-
Lead the development and implementation of NRC’s country strategy.
-
Oversee design, planning, and quality assurance for all programmes.
-
Support integrated, needs-based and market-driven interventions.
-
Manage donor relationships, grants, and reporting compliance.
-
Strengthen Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) systems.
-
Guide strategic planning, proposal writing, and resource mobilisation.
-
Promote innovation, adaptive programming, and risk management.
-
Build capacity of technical and field staff across core competencies.
-
Represent NRC in key humanitarian coordination forums.
Qualifications & Experience
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Education | Master’s degree in Development Studies, Humanitarian Affairs, or related field |
| Experience | 8–10 years in humanitarian or development programming, with 5+ years in senior leadership |
| Skills | Strong in donor engagement, strategic planning, programme and financial management |
| Language | Fluency in English (written and spoken) |
| Other | Experience in South Sudan or similar contexts is an advantage |
What NRC Offers
-
Duty Station: Juba, South Sudan
-
Travel: Up to 30%
-
Salary: Grade 9 on NRC’s international scale
-
Contract Duration: 24 months
-
An inclusive, supportive, and innovative working environment
How to Apply
Submit your application and updated CV (in English) via NRC’s recruitment portal by 5 November 2025.
👉 Apply Here
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. For queries, email: esa.recruitment@nrc.no with the job title as the subject.
About NRC
The Norwegian Refugee Council is an independent humanitarian organisation supporting displaced people in over 40 countries. In South Sudan, NRC helps address urgent humanitarian needs caused by conflict, flooding, and displacement affecting millions.
Discover more from Access Radio®
Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.
