ICLA Project Assistant

Job Posting Organization:
The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a humanitarian organization established in 1946, dedicated to assisting displaced individuals and communities. With a mission to protect the rights of refugees and internally displaced persons, NRC operates in over 30 countries worldwide, employing thousands of staff members who work tirelessly to provide aid and support. The organization focuses on various sectors, including education, shelter, and legal assistance, ensuring that vulnerable populations receive the necessary resources and support to rebuild their lives.

Job Overview:
The ICLA Project Assistant will play a crucial role in ensuring adherence to NRC's policies, tools, manuals, and guidelines. This position involves supporting the implementation of the ICLA project portfolio according to the action plan, preparing and developing reports required by the ICLA management or area. The assistant will be responsible for maintaining proper documentation and promoting ideas to strengthen support functions. The role requires the implementation of procedures and activities within the basic competencies as delegated, as well as developing and maintaining knowledge of the work area to enhance effectiveness. The assistant will be responsible for organizing and executing tasks according to priorities and standards specific to their role, demonstrating initiative in resolving daily problems according to agreed procedures and priorities. Additionally, the assistant will contribute to legal strategies and activities to provide ICLA services efficiently and timely, implementing information, orientation, and legal assistance activities for internally displaced populations and vulnerable migrants, while promoting participation from individuals and communities in emergency assistance and durable solutions throughout all project phases.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the ICLA Project Assistant include ensuring adherence to NRC policies and guidelines, supporting the implementation of the ICLA project portfolio, preparing reports for management, maintaining proper documentation, promoting ideas for strengthening support functions, implementing procedures and activities as delegated, developing knowledge of the work area, organizing and executing tasks according to priorities, resolving daily problems, contributing to legal strategies, implementing activities for displaced populations, promoting community participation, conducting needs assessments, documenting and following up on cases, entering information into Office 365, maintaining beneficiary databases, applying and archiving collection tools, preparing quantitative and narrative reports, supporting the achievement of project objectives and indicators, providing input for documents on obstacles faced by populations, and performing other tasks assigned by the immediate supervisor.

Required Qualifications:
The position requires a graduate degree in Law, International Relations, Economics, or other social sciences. Candidates must have proven knowledge and experience in using Office and databases, with prior experience in software being highly valued. Professional experience will be considered an asset, along with knowledge of Law 1448 of 2011 and gender issues. Experience in social projects and fieldwork with vulnerable populations is also valued, as well as knowledge of the political and social context of the country. Excellent oral and written communication skills, teamwork capabilities, information management skills, and report writing abilities are essential. Candidates must also be available for travel and possess knowledge of international and national regulations related to international protection, refugee status, human rights, and humanitarian law.

Educational Background:
Candidates must hold a degree in Law, International Relations, Economics, or other relevant fields within the social sciences. This educational background is crucial for understanding the legal frameworks and social dynamics that affect the populations served by NRC.

Experience:
The position requires candidates to have relevant experience in the field, particularly in social projects and working with vulnerable populations. Previous experience in legal assistance or related areas will be highly regarded, as well as familiarity with the specific context and challenges faced by displaced individuals and communities.

Languages:
Fluency in Spanish is mandatory, and knowledge of English or other languages may be considered an asset, enhancing communication with diverse stakeholders and beneficiaries.

Additional Notes:
This position involves frequent travel (up to 60%) to areas where endemic diseases are present. The organization actively encourages applications from individuals with disabilities and values diversity, committing to creating an inclusive environment. The role is full-time, and the specific contract duration is not mentioned in the job posting.