Project Coordinator – Climate and Environment

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 assistance and long-term support to millions of individuals each year. The organization is dedicated to upholding the rights of refugees and internally displaced persons, ensuring they receive the necessary aid and protection in times of crisis. 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 Project Coordinator – Climate and Environment will play a pivotal role in coordinating two global initiatives aimed at integrating climate and environmental considerations into NRC's humanitarian response. This position reports directly to the Global Lead for Climate and Environment and serves as the primary coordination point among NRC Country Offices, partners, and donors. The coordinator will be responsible for ensuring effective project delivery, fostering collaboration, and maintaining visibility of project results. This role is ideal for a highly organized project professional with a passion for climate action, who is eager to contribute to more sustainable humanitarian responses on a global scale. The coordinator will drive the implementation of projects, monitor progress, and support NRC's commitment to environmentally responsible programming.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Project Coordinator will have a range of responsibilities, including but not limited to: providing communication, briefings, and presentations on the climate and environment strategy and related projects; coordinating with NRC country offices to schedule capacity building missions focused on environmental and climate mainstreaming; ensuring timely sharing of information regarding capacity building opportunities; preparing regular updates on global project progress and achievements; coordinating inputs for donor reporting in collaboration with various stakeholders; ensuring that reports documenting learning and recommendations from global projects are shared with external partners; following up on the registration process for humanitarian organizations interested in capacity building; monitoring global projects, including tracking the number and locations of capacity building sessions; gathering feedback from participants through surveys; ensuring reports from capacity building sessions are published; and supporting project budget reviews and follow-ups with the finance coordinator.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a university degree in environmental science, political science, or other relevant social studies. They should have documented experience managing or supporting large projects or events, and demonstrate effective communication skills across various departments. Excellent analytical skills are essential, along with fluency in English (both written and verbal). A working knowledge of additional NRC languages such as Spanish, French, or Arabic is considered an asset. Relevant work experience in the humanitarian or development sector is desirable, and experience in environmental management is advantageous. Proficiency in ICT tools, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and PowerPoint, is required. Familiarity with international humanitarian work and donor procedures is also desirable.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a university degree in environmental science, political science, or other relevant social studies. This educational foundation is crucial for understanding the complexities of climate and environmental issues within the humanitarian context and for effectively managing related projects.

Experience:
The position requires documented experience in managing or providing support to large projects or events. Candidates should have relevant work experience in the humanitarian or development sector, with a preference for those who have experience in environmental management. This experience will enable the Project Coordinator to effectively navigate the challenges associated with integrating climate and environmental considerations into humanitarian responses.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory, both written and verbal. Additionally, a working knowledge of other NRC languages such as Spanish, French, or Arabic is considered an asset, enhancing communication with diverse stakeholders and partners.

Additional Notes:
The duty station for this position is NRC Headquarters in Oslo, Norway. The contract duration is for 10 months, with travel requirements of up to 20%. The salary and benefits are classified under Grade 7 on NRC’s Resident salary scale, which includes accompanying terms and conditions. NRC is committed to being an equal opportunities employer, promoting diversity without distinction to age, gender, religion, ethnicity, nationality, or physical ability. The organization encourages innovative thinking and provides employees at all levels with opportunities to contribute ideas and take initiative.