Norwegian Refugee Council Vacancy 2026

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is an independent humanitarian organization helping people forced to flee.

The Norwegian Refugee Council was established in 1946 under the name Aid to Europe, to assist refugees in Europe after World War II. Today the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is an independent, humanitarian, non-profit, non-governmental organisation, who provides assistance, protection and durable solutions to refugees and internally displaced persons (IDP) worldwide. We cooperate closely with the UN and other humanitarian organisations, around the world as well as in Norway.

Position 1: Data Collector

Educational Qualification

• University Degree in Social Science, Statistics, Economics, Rural Development, Engineering, or a related field.
• Relevant experience in a humanitarian context is required.

Work Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in data collection or distribution programmes.
• Previous experience collecting data for NGOs is preferred.
• Experience using KoboToolbox and mobile data collection systems is an advantage.

Required Skills

• Good computer skills and knowledge of digital data collection tools.
• Strong understanding of humanitarian principles and codes of conduct.
• Good spoken and written English communication skills.
• Knowledge of local community cultures and languages.
• Strong organisational, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and coordinate multiple tasks under pressure.
• Ability to work independently and in challenging field environments.
• Commitment to confidentiality, data protection, and beneficiary safeguarding.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect accurate and complete beneficiary and project data using approved data collection tools.
• Ensure timely submission of collected information to the assigned coordinator.
• Maintain data quality through accuracy, completeness, consistency, and timeliness.
• Conduct beneficiary selection, registration, and verification activities.
• Support cash and non-food item (NFI) distributions according to approved procedures.
• Inform beneficiaries about distribution arrangements, entitlements, and assistance procedures.
• Maintain accurate survey records and ensure proper documentation.
• Organise field visits to camps and other assessment locations.
• Collect beneficiary feedback and assess satisfaction with project assistance.
• Identify protection risks and support safe, accountable distribution activities.
• Ensure beneficiary information is protected and shared only with authorised personnel.
• Upload collected data through Kobo and other approved digital systems.
• Promote NRC policies and Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) standards.

Number Required: 25

Duty Stations: Irob, Sheraro, and Alamata, Ethiopia.

Reports To: Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Coordinator.

Position 2: Livelihoods and Food Security (LFS) Officer – Afar

Educational Qualification

• Specific educational qualifications are not stated in the provided announcement.

Work Experience

• Previous experience working as a Project Officer in a humanitarian or recovery context.
• Experience in vulnerability-based targeting (VBT), beneficiary registration, and data collection.
• Previous experience working in complex and volatile environments.
• Demonstrated results related to livelihoods and food security project implementation.
• Career Level: Mid Level (3–5 years).

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of livelihood approaches, market systems, and financial inclusion.
• Understanding of vulnerability-based targeting and humanitarian assistance.
• Ability to plan, coordinate, and monitor project activities.
• Strong communication, stakeholder engagement, and community mobilisation skills.
• Knowledge of English, Amharic, and Afar.
• Good reporting, documentation, and resource management abilities.
• Ability to work in insecure environments and adapt to changing conditions.
• Commitment to inclusion, accountability, and protection principles.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the preparation and implementation of vulnerability-based targeting plans, activity schedules, and budgets.
• Coordinate project activities with WFP, government offices, local authorities, and humanitarian partners.
• Conduct community consultations on beneficiary selection, eligibility criteria, and complaint mechanisms.
• Support household vulnerability assessments, registration, and verification activities.
• Ensure transparent and inclusive beneficiary selection based on approved criteria.
• Provide technical guidance and training on income-generating activities and livelihoods.
• Support refugees, internally displaced persons (IDPs), returnees, and host communities.
• Monitor project performance, targets, and implementation progress.
• Identify and address risks of beneficiary exclusion, duplication, and registration errors.
• Promote protection, gender equality, disability inclusion, and conflict sensitivity.
• Maintain accurate project records and beneficiary documentation.
• Establish and support confidential community feedback and complaint mechanisms.
• Prepare regular monitoring reports, work plans, and implementation updates.
• Coordinate financial documentation, procurement requests, and project expenditures in accordance with NRC procedures.
• Represent NRC in relevant stakeholder meetings when delegated.

Duty Stations: Berahile, Yalo, and Megale Woredas, Afar Region.

Position 3: Livelihoods and Food Security (LFS) Officer – Zequala, GazGibla and Abergele

Educational Qualification

• Specific educational qualifications are not stated in the provided announcement.

Work Experience

• Previous experience as a Project Officer in humanitarian or recovery programmes.
• Practical experience in vulnerability-based targeting, data collection, and beneficiary registration.
• Experience working in complex or insecure humanitarian settings.
• Demonstrated achievements in related project responsibilities.

Required Skills

• Strong understanding of livelihoods, market systems, and financial inclusion.
• Knowledge of vulnerability assessments and beneficiary targeting procedures.
• Strong project coordination, planning, and monitoring skills.
• Ability to manage resources and achieve project objectives.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Knowledge of English, Amharic, and Afar.
• Ability to handle insecure environments and respond to operational challenges.
• Strong documentation, reporting, and problem-solving abilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and monitor Livelihoods and Food Security project activities in accordance with NRC standards.
• Support the development of work plans, implementation schedules, and operational budgets.
• Conduct household assessments, beneficiary registration, verification, and targeting.
• Coordinate with WFP, government authorities, community representatives, and humanitarian organisations.
• Ensure fair, transparent, and inclusive selection of vulnerable beneficiaries.
• Provide livelihoods training and technical support to IDPs, returnees, refugees, and host communities.
• Organise community consultations and awareness sessions on assistance entitlements.
• Support beneficiary feedback and complaint-handling mechanisms.
• Monitor project indicators, implementation quality, and progress against targets.
• Identify operational risks and recommend corrective measures.
• Maintain accurate beneficiary records and project documentation.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and other required progress reports.
• Support cash and in-kind assistance distribution activities.
• Assist with procurement requests through AGRESSO and maintain financial accountability.
• Ensure compliance with NRC financial procedures, protection standards, and humanitarian principles.
• Coordinate with the Livelihoods and Food Security Project Coordinator and relevant stakeholders.

Number Required: 3

Duty Stations: Zequala, GazGibla, and Abergele Woredas, Ethiopia.

Application Deadline: October 29, 2026.