Officier ICLA

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 crises. Established in 1946, NRC has a mission to help millions of people in areas where others cannot, tackling some of the world's most dangerous and difficult crises. The organization operates in over 30 countries, providing high-quality aid and defending the rights of refugees and internally displaced persons. NRC is committed to fostering a supportive culture, professional growth, and innovative teams, ensuring that employees at all levels are given responsibility. The organization emphasizes diversity, equity, and inclusion, and is dedicated to safeguarding the dignity and safety of all individuals it serves. NRC has a zero-tolerance policy towards exploitation and abuse, ensuring a safe environment for all employees and beneficiaries.

Job Overview:
The position of Officier ICLA involves the daily implementation of the ICLA project in the Tahoua region. The officer is responsible for ensuring adherence to NRC policies, manuals, and directives while implementing the delegated portfolio of activities according to the action plan. The role requires drafting project progress reports as requested by supervisors or management, ensuring proper archiving of documents, and targeting beneficiaries with the greatest needs. The officer will also evaluate new and better ways to provide assistance, communicate recommendations from management to field teams, and encourage technical improvements. The officer will maintain constructive relationships with project stakeholders to ensure efficient implementation and centralize information related to the context and legal situation of displaced persons. Additionally, the officer will consolidate and analyze data from needs assessments and propose responses to identified needs, ensuring effective implementation of the statelessness project in the region.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Officier ICLA include: ensuring adherence to NRC policies and guidelines; implementing the delegated portfolio of activities in accordance with the action plan; drafting project progress reports; ensuring proper documentation and archiving; targeting beneficiaries with the greatest needs; evaluating new methods of assistance; communicating management recommendations to field teams; maintaining constructive relationships with project stakeholders; centralizing information regarding the context and legal situation of displaced persons; consolidating and analyzing data from needs assessments; proposing responses to identified needs; assessing needs and analyzing risks of statelessness; ensuring efficient implementation of the statelessness project; developing coherent strategies for information and advice on themes relevant to the ICLA project; verifying the completeness of forms filled by ICLA assistants; collecting relevant data for advocacy related to land access and conflicts; participating in the design of training modules; informing the coordinator of constraints faced by teams; identifying and strengthening local dispute resolution structures; supporting ICLA assistants and monitoring project implementation; sharing legal framework developments with management; and contributing expertise in drafting narratives and budgets for donors.

Required Qualifications:
The required qualifications for the Officier ICLA position include a Master's degree or higher in law or a related field, along with a cumulative experience of at least 3 years as a project assistant or officer in legal assistance, conflict management, or similar roles. Candidates should possess a deep understanding of the context in the Tahoua region and have experience working with displaced persons. Knowledge of local languages is considered an asset. Additionally, candidates should have professional experience in humanitarian or recovery contexts, experience in complex and unstable environments, and a proven track record in organizing and facilitating adult training sessions. Proficiency in English is also an advantage.

Educational Background:
Candidates for the Officier ICLA position must hold a Master's degree or higher in law or a related field. This educational background is essential to ensure that the officer has the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively address legal issues and provide assistance to displaced persons.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 3 years of cumulative experience in roles such as project assistant or officer in legal assistance, conflict management, or similar fields. Candidates should have experience working in humanitarian contexts and possess a strong understanding of the challenges faced by displaced populations.

Languages:
The mandatory language for this position is French, as it is the primary language of communication in the region. Knowledge of local languages is considered an asset, as it can enhance communication with beneficiaries and stakeholders. Proficiency in English is also advantageous, particularly for reporting and collaboration with international teams.

Additional Notes:
This position is based in Maradi, Niger, and is expected to be a full-time role. The NRC emphasizes a supportive work culture and encourages professional development. The organization is committed to safeguarding and expects all employees to treat everyone with respect and dignity, contributing to a safe environment for all. The role may involve working in challenging conditions, and employees are expected to adhere to NRC's zero-tolerance policy regarding exploitation and abuse.