Officier Technique Cash et Système de Marchés

Job Posting Organization:
The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a global humanitarian organization that assists people forced to flee their homes due to conflict and disaster. Established to provide high-quality aid and defend the rights of refugees and internally displaced persons, NRC operates in numerous countries around the world, focusing on areas where others cannot reach. The organization is committed to fostering a supportive culture that encourages professional growth and innovation among its employees. NRC emphasizes diversity, equity, and inclusion in its workforce, ensuring that its staff reflects a variety of backgrounds and experiences. The organization is dedicated to safeguarding principles, ensuring a safe environment for all individuals involved in its operations.

Job Overview:
The position of Officier Technique Cash et Système de Marchés is crucial for the NRC's operations in Kousseri, particularly in the Makary region. The primary objective of this role is to support partners in implementing projects that utilize cash transfer and market-based approaches, adhering to NRC's standards and guidelines. The officer will work closely with colleagues and partners to ensure effective project execution, compliance with the Cash & Market Systems strategy, and the targeting of the most vulnerable beneficiaries. This role requires a proactive approach to exploring and evaluating new or improved assistance modalities, as well as promoting technical improvements within the organization. The officer will also be responsible for preparing progress reports and ensuring proper documentation and archiving of project-related materials.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Officier Technique Cash et Système de Marchés include ensuring compliance with NRC policies, tools, manuals, and guidelines; supporting colleagues in the implementation of cash and market-based assistance projects; preparing and developing progress reports as needed; maintaining proper filing and archiving of documents; ensuring projects target the most vulnerable beneficiaries; promoting and sharing ideas for technical improvement; representing NRC at regional Cash Working Group meetings; and performing any other relevant tasks related to Cash & Market activities as required by the program and management. Specific responsibilities include supporting teams in developing, monitoring, and contextualizing cash and market-based work plans; contributing to the coordination of various teams; ensuring the application of recommendations from Post-Distribution Monitoring reports; supporting cash distribution reconciliations; contributing to project reporting; providing training and technical support to local partners; and ensuring adherence to protection, accountability, and inclusion principles in all interventions.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates for the Officier Technique Cash et Système de Marchés position must possess a university degree (at least a bachelor's degree) in Social Sciences, Business Administration, Economics, or related fields. They should have a proven track record of at least two years in cash programming and market-based approaches within humanitarian and/or recovery contexts, preferably in the Far North region. Experience in complex and volatile contexts is essential, along with proficiency in both French and English. Familiarity with RedRose, mobile money, e-vouchers, MPCA, and digital payment systems is considered an asset. Additionally, candidates should have experience working with local partners, providing technical support and coordination, and a solid understanding of crisis contexts and complex emergency situations.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a minimum of a bachelor's degree in relevant fields such as Social Sciences, Business Administration, or Economics. This educational foundation is critical for understanding the complexities of cash programming and market systems, as well as for effectively engaging with various stakeholders involved in humanitarian assistance.

Experience:
The position requires candidates to have a minimum of two years of relevant experience in cash programming and market-based approaches, particularly in humanitarian or recovery settings. Experience in complex and volatile environments is highly desirable, as it equips candidates with the necessary skills to navigate challenges and implement effective solutions in crisis situations.

Languages:
Proficiency in both French and English is mandatory for this position. This bilingual requirement ensures effective communication with diverse stakeholders and enhances collaboration within the team. Knowledge of additional languages may be considered an advantage, particularly in regions where multiple languages are spoken.

Additional Notes:
The contract for this position is set to begin in May 2026 and is a fixed-term contract that may be renewed based on the availability of funds. The salary and benefits will be determined according to NRC's salary scale, which includes a health insurance coverage of 90%. The workplace will be located in Makary, and NRC is committed to equal opportunity employment, ensuring diversity in its workforce in terms of age, gender, ethnicity, nationality, and physical ability. The recruitment process is free of charge, and NRC does not request any money or favors during the hiring process.