Global Lead Private Sector Partnerships (Maternity Cover)

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 employees, NRC operates in 40 countries worldwide, providing life-saving support and long-term assistance to millions of individuals each year. The organization is dedicated to upholding the rights of refugees and internally displaced persons, ensuring that they receive the necessary aid and support to rebuild their lives. NRC is committed to diversity and inclusion, fostering a work environment that empowers employees to share ideas and take responsibility for their roles.

Job Overview:
The Global Lead Private Sector Partnerships position is a temporary role focused on overseeing the Private Sector Partnerships section within NRC. This role is crucial for ensuring effective collaboration across the organization while managing systems, governance, compliance, reporting, and business processes related to private sector partnerships. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the development and implementation of tools and guidelines that enhance private sector engagement, providing data-driven insights for strategic planning, and serving as the subject matter expert for NRC's CRM system. This position requires a strategic and analytical mindset, with a strong emphasis on building relationships and driving process improvements within a global context. The role is designed for internal applicants only and is a maternity cover position, emphasizing the need for a collaborative and proactive approach to managing partnerships and compliance.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Global Lead Private Sector Partnerships include:

• Leading the development and continuous improvement of systems, tools, guidelines, and procedures for private sector partnerships across NRC.
• Providing data-driven insights and performance analysis to inform decision-making and strategic planning related to private sector functions.
• Acting as the focal point and subject matter expert for NRC’s CRM system (Cycles), including reporting, analysis, and user support.
• Ensuring compliance with due diligence requirements, GDPR, and NRC policies for private sector engagement.
• Developing and delivering training and capacity-building initiatives to enhance knowledge and compliance across the organization.
• Coordinating with Global Finance, grant management, country offices, and departments to monitor income, project implementation, and partnership performance.
• Managing a portfolio of selected private sector partnerships and leading fundraising campaigns, events, and partner engagement activities.
• Representing the Private Sector Partnerships section in relevant internal working groups and external stakeholder engagements.
• Providing technical leadership and day-to-day support to advisors, coordinators, and interns within the section. 1
• Supporting onboarding and knowledge sharing within the team.

Required Qualifications:
The ideal candidate for this position should possess a strategic, analytical, and collaborative mindset, with a proven track record in private sector partnerships, business operations, CRM systems, compliance, reporting, data analysis, and stakeholder management. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential, along with the ability to translate complex information into actionable insights. The candidate should demonstrate a hands-on approach to problem-solving and process improvements, fostering effective relationships across a global organization.

Educational Background:
Candidates are expected to have a relevant educational background that supports their expertise in private sector partnerships and business operations. This may include degrees in business administration, international relations, humanitarian studies, or related fields that provide a solid foundation for understanding the complexities of private sector engagement in humanitarian contexts.

Experience:
The position requires a significant level of experience in private sector partnerships and business operations. Candidates should have a demonstrated history of working in similar roles, ideally within humanitarian or non-profit organizations. Experience with CRM systems, compliance frameworks, and data analysis is crucial, as is the ability to manage multiple partnerships and projects simultaneously.

Languages:
Fluency in English, both written and verbal, is mandatory for this position. Additionally, candidates must be fluent in Norwegian to effectively communicate within the organization and with local stakeholders. Proficiency in other languages may be considered an asset, enhancing the candidate's ability to engage with diverse partners and communities.

Additional Notes:
This is a fixed-term contract for 1.5 years, specifically designed as a maternity cover position. The role is based at NRC's headquarters in Oslo, Norway, and may involve moderate travel. NRC offers a competitive salary based on Grade 10 of its Resident salary scale, along with accompanying terms and conditions. The organization is committed to equal opportunities and diversity, ensuring a welcoming and supportive work environment for all employees.