Consortium Manager

Job Posting Organization:
The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is an independent humanitarian organization established to assist people forced to flee their homes due to conflict and disaster. With a workforce of approximately 15,000 staff members, NRC operates in 40 countries worldwide, providing life-saving and long-term assistance to millions of individuals each year. The organization is committed to upholding the rights of refugees and internally displaced persons, ensuring that they receive the support they need to rebuild their lives. NRC's mission is to promote human dignity and provide aid in some of the world's most challenging environments, advocating for the rights of those affected by crises.

Job Overview:
The Consortium Manager will play a pivotal role in leading and managing the Consortium Coordination Unit (CCU). This position involves coordinating the establishment of the consortium, contributing to its strategic development, and overseeing project management. The Consortium Manager is expected to foster a culture of collaboration, transparency, and trust among consortium members. Additionally, the role requires strengthening relationships and coordination between the consortium and external partners, clusters, working groups, and other relevant stakeholders, including inter-consortium coordination. The successful candidate will ensure effective planning, coordination, and delivery of consortium activities in alignment with agreed strategies and work plans, while also providing strategic coordination and advice to consortium members and the Steering Committee.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Consortium Manager include leading and managing the Consortium Coordination Unit (CCU), ensuring effective planning, coordination, and delivery of consortium activities. The manager will support and strengthen the consortium’s governance structure, facilitate Steering Committee and Technical Working Group meetings, and ensure the implementation of agreed decisions. They will provide strategic coordination and advice to consortium members and the Steering Committee, supporting the development and implementation of the consortium’s strategy in response to evolving needs and operational context. The role also involves overseeing project cycle management across the consortium, ensuring compliance with donor requirements, coordinating and consolidating consortium reporting, and overseeing monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning processes. The Consortium Manager will lead the development of consortium project proposals and contribute to resource mobilization efforts, ensuring the diversification and sustainability of the consortium portfolio. Additionally, they will represent the consortium in relevant coordination fora and external engagements, promoting consortium visibility and strategic positioning.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a minimum of 5 years of experience in programmatic implementation and grant management within a humanitarian context. Experience managing a consortium is advantageous, as is technical expertise in multisectoral programming and cash response. The ideal candidate should have experience in emergency response and working in complex and volatile contexts, particularly with refugees, internally displaced persons (IDPs), or returnees. Strong managerial and interpersonal skills are essential, along with the ability to coordinate tasks and work processes under tight deadlines. Experience in facilitating and leading internal organizational processes is also required, as well as humanitarian coordination and representation experience.

Educational Background:
While the specific educational background is not explicitly stated, candidates are generally expected to have a relevant degree in fields such as humanitarian studies, international relations, social sciences, or a related discipline. Advanced degrees may be preferred, particularly for roles that require strategic oversight and management.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in programmatic implementation and grant management in a humanitarian context. Candidates with experience managing a consortium or those who have worked in emergency response and complex environments will be given preference. Familiarity with the Ukraine context and experience in the Ukraine response are considered advantageous.

Languages:
Fluency in English, both written and verbal, is mandatory for this position. Knowledge of Ukrainian or Russian is considered a plus, as it may enhance communication and collaboration within the local context.

Additional Notes:
This position is based in Kyiv, Ukraine, and is offered on a fixed-term contract until the end of the year, subject to renewal based on funding and performance. The role may require travel of up to 20% to field locations. The salary is classified as Grade 9 on NRC's grading structure. NRC is an equal opportunities employer, committed to diversity without distinction to age, gender, religion, ethnicity, nationality, and physical ability. The organization encourages innovative ideas and provides opportunities for employees at all levels to take responsibility and be heard. Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Ukraine, as NRC is unable to provide work permits or visa sponsorships for this position. Candidates are advised to attach copies of their academic and professional certificates when applying.