Coordinateur(trice) ICLA (Information, Conseil et Assistance Juridique)

Job Posting Organization:
The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a global humanitarian organization that has been operational in the Central African Republic since 201

• NRC is dedicated to helping people who have been forced to flee their homes due to conflict, displacement, and limited access to basic services. The organization focuses on providing high-quality aid and defending the rights of refugees and internally displaced persons. NRC operates in various sectors, including Information, Counseling, and Legal Assistance (ICLA), Education, Shelter, Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH), and Protection against Violence (PfV). As part of its strategic plan, NRC is transitioning from an autonomous country office model in the Central African Republic to an integrated operational presence under the responsibility of the Cameroon country office by 202
• This transition aims to maintain a targeted presence that aligns with NRC's requirements and program orientation while improving cost-effectiveness, oversight, and sustainability.

Job Overview:
The position of ICLA Coordinator is crucial for addressing protection response challenges and ensuring the effective and quality implementation of projects in the Central African Republic. The ICLA Coordinator will be responsible for managing a portfolio of projects, overseeing field operations, and ensuring compliance with NRC policies and guidelines. The role involves strategic development, project planning, and collaboration with local authorities and stakeholders. The ICLA Coordinator will also be tasked with capacity building for project staff and ensuring that the projects target beneficiaries with the greatest protection needs. This position requires a proactive approach to improving activities and adapting to changing circumstances in a complex and unstable context.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The ICLA Coordinator will have a comprehensive set of responsibilities, including:

• Managing and supervising project staff in the field;
• Adhering to and complying with NRC policies, guidelines, and procedures;
• Contributing to the development of the ICLA strategy and proposals, providing insights on needs;
• Managing and implementing the project portfolio, ensuring optimal quality and compliance with proposals, strategies, and donor requirements;
• Regularly reporting to the ICLA Project Manager on project progress through written reports;
• Ensuring projects target beneficiaries with the highest protection needs and evaluating new ways to provide assistance;
• Encouraging and proposing improvements to activities and associated changes;
• Ensuring capacity building for project staff and transferring key skills;
• Collaborating with local authorities and other stakeholders; 1
• Promoting the rights of displaced/returnee persons in line with advocacy strategies; 1
• Planning project activities and forecasting monthly expenses; 1
• Establishing, monitoring, and evaluating weekly and monthly planning for the ICLA team; 1
• Ensuring quality and regular monitoring of ICLA project activities; 1
• Producing timely requisitions, quotes, and other requests related to project activities; 1
• Supervising data collection and quality control for education program performance; 1
• Documenting and disseminating case studies, success stories, lessons learned, and best practices; 1
• Monitoring delegated monthly budget planning; 1
• Conducting field visits to monitor activities; 1
• Participating in project-related meetings and reporting to management; 2
• Ensuring effective collaboration between field teams and humanitarian and governmental partners; 2
• Identifying issues requiring active and relevant advocacy; 2
• Sending monthly progress reports to the ICLA specialist.

Required Qualifications:
The position requires the following qualifications:

• A university degree (BAC+4/5) in Law, Anthropology, Sociology, or related fields;
• A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in project implementation and coordination in a humanitarian/recovery context, specifically in Information, Counseling, and Legal Assistance;
• Previous professional experience in complex and unstable contexts;
• Proven results in fulfilling the responsibilities of the position;
• Knowledge of personal leadership style/profile;
• Proficiency in spoken and written French;
• Good knowledge of English is an asset.

Educational Background:
Candidates must possess a university degree (BAC+4/5) in relevant fields such as Law, Anthropology, Sociology, or other related disciplines. This educational background is essential for understanding the legal frameworks and social dynamics relevant to the role.

Experience:
Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of professional experience in the implementation and coordination of projects within humanitarian or recovery contexts, particularly in areas related to Information, Counseling, and Legal Assistance. Experience in complex and unstable environments is crucial for navigating the challenges associated with this role.

Languages:
Fluency in French, both spoken and written, is mandatory for this position. Additionally, a good command of English is considered an asset, as it may facilitate communication with international stakeholders and partners. Knowledge of local languages in the areas of intervention is also beneficial.

Additional Notes:
The position is a 12-month renewable contract, contingent upon the availability of funds. The work location is Bouar, with 75% of the time spent in field activities. The salary is based on Grade 7, step 1 of NRC's salary scale for the Central African Republic. The desired start date for this position is January 202

• It is important to note that this position is reserved for candidates of Central African nationality and foreign candidates who have the legal right to work in the Central African Republic. NRC is committed to diversity and inclusion and adheres to the principle of equal opportunity. The recruitment process is free of charge, and NRC will never request money during the recruitment process. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.