Roving Education Project Manager
Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC)
Role description
The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is seeking an experienced Roving Education Project Manager to lead the development, implementation and delivery of quality education programmes across its Northern operations in Ethiopia. Based in Asayita, Afar Region , the successful candidate will oversee emergency education responses, formal and non-formal education, transitional education and Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programmes.
This opportunity is open exclusively to Ethiopian nationals . The role involves programme leadership, project development, budget oversight, team capacity building and coordination with government authorities, humanitarian partners and other stakeholders to expand safe, inclusive and meaningful learning opportunities for crisis-affected children and young people.
Job Overview
Hiring Organization: Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) Position: Roving Education Project Manager Job Category: Education Duty Station: Asayita, Afar Region, Ethiopia Employment Type: Full-time Contract Duration: 12 months Travel Requirement: Up to 40% Salary: Grade 8 on NRC's Resident Salary Scale, with applicable terms and conditions Eligible Applicants: Ethiopian nationals only Application Deadline: November 23, 2026, at 2:55 AM
About the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC)
The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is an independent international humanitarian organization supporting people forced to flee their homes. Operating in crisis-affected areas around the world, NRC provides life-saving assistance and long-term support while defending the rights of refugees and internally displaced people.
NRC promotes a professional and inclusive working environment where employees are encouraged to take responsibility, contribute ideas and develop their skills.
Key Responsibilities
The Roving Education Project Manager will:
Lead the planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting of education programmes, ensuring quality and timely delivery. Coordinate with Area Office management and the Country Office Education team to implement education activities and strategies. Manage and strengthen the capacity of education teams to deliver effective and comprehensive programmes. Oversee emergency education responses, formal and non-formal education, transitional education and TVET interventions. Identify education needs and service gaps through field monitoring and contextual analysis, ensuring programmes respond to the needs of crisis-affected communities. Strengthen monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning (MEAL) systems, tools and procedures. Promote gender equality, inclusion, accountability and safe learning environments across education programmes. Ensure the implementation of Safe and Inclusive Programming (SIP) standards and appropriate handling of safeguarding concerns. Establish and promote child-friendly feedback and complaint mechanisms across the Education portfolio. Lead the development of project plans, proposals, budgets and project extensions in coordination with programme and support teams. Monitor project budgets, expenditure, spending rates, procurement plans and resource utilization to prevent under- or overspending. Ensure compliance with NRC financial, administrative, logistical and procurement procedures, donor requirements and humanitarian standards. Participate in grant opening meetings, project reviews and budget-versus-actual (BVA) meetings. Contribute to the development of NRC education strategies, work plans, logical frameworks and theories of change. Coordinate with local authorities, consortium partners and other stakeholders to strengthen programme delivery and quality.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education
Master's degree in Education Planning and Management (EDPM), Curriculum Studies, Educational Psychology, Education in Emergencies or a related field.
Professional Experience
At least five years of relevant experience in the education sector, preferably in humanitarian, emergency response or recovery contexts. At least three years of experience in project management or an equivalent leadership role. Demonstrated experience in designing, planning, coordinating and implementing emergency education responses, formal and non-formal education programmes, and TVET programmes in Ethiopia. Experience working in complex and volatile environments. Documented results relevant to the responsibilities of the position.
Technical and Professional Competencies
Strong knowledge of the education sector, stakeholders and context in Ethiopia. Familiarity with education-related minimum standards. Strong project management, leadership and analytical skills. Ability to manage teams and build staff capacity. Strong communication and stakeholder relationship-management skills. Attention to detail and the ability to coordinate programme activities effectively.
Language
Fluency in English, both written and spoken.
This opportunity is open exclusively to Ethiopian nationals . The role involves programme leadership, project development, budget oversight, team capacity building and coordination with government authorities, humanitarian partners and other stakeholders to expand safe, inclusive and meaningful learning opportunities for crisis-affected children and young people.
Job Overview
Hiring Organization: Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) Position: Roving Education Project Manager Job Category: Education Duty Station: Asayita, Afar Region, Ethiopia Employment Type: Full-time Contract Duration: 12 months Travel Requirement: Up to 40% Salary: Grade 8 on NRC's Resident Salary Scale, with applicable terms and conditions Eligible Applicants: Ethiopian nationals only Application Deadline: November 23, 2026, at 2:55 AM
About the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC)
The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is an independent international humanitarian organization supporting people forced to flee their homes. Operating in crisis-affected areas around the world, NRC provides life-saving assistance and long-term support while defending the rights of refugees and internally displaced people.
NRC promotes a professional and inclusive working environment where employees are encouraged to take responsibility, contribute ideas and develop their skills.
Key Responsibilities
The Roving Education Project Manager will:
Lead the planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting of education programmes, ensuring quality and timely delivery. Coordinate with Area Office management and the Country Office Education team to implement education activities and strategies. Manage and strengthen the capacity of education teams to deliver effective and comprehensive programmes. Oversee emergency education responses, formal and non-formal education, transitional education and TVET interventions. Identify education needs and service gaps through field monitoring and contextual analysis, ensuring programmes respond to the needs of crisis-affected communities. Strengthen monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning (MEAL) systems, tools and procedures. Promote gender equality, inclusion, accountability and safe learning environments across education programmes. Ensure the implementation of Safe and Inclusive Programming (SIP) standards and appropriate handling of safeguarding concerns. Establish and promote child-friendly feedback and complaint mechanisms across the Education portfolio. Lead the development of project plans, proposals, budgets and project extensions in coordination with programme and support teams. Monitor project budgets, expenditure, spending rates, procurement plans and resource utilization to prevent under- or overspending. Ensure compliance with NRC financial, administrative, logistical and procurement procedures, donor requirements and humanitarian standards. Participate in grant opening meetings, project reviews and budget-versus-actual (BVA) meetings. Contribute to the development of NRC education strategies, work plans, logical frameworks and theories of change. Coordinate with local authorities, consortium partners and other stakeholders to strengthen programme delivery and quality.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education
Master's degree in Education Planning and Management (EDPM), Curriculum Studies, Educational Psychology, Education in Emergencies or a related field.
Professional Experience
At least five years of relevant experience in the education sector, preferably in humanitarian, emergency response or recovery contexts. At least three years of experience in project management or an equivalent leadership role. Demonstrated experience in designing, planning, coordinating and implementing emergency education responses, formal and non-formal education programmes, and TVET programmes in Ethiopia. Experience working in complex and volatile environments. Documented results relevant to the responsibilities of the position.
Technical and Professional Competencies
Strong knowledge of the education sector, stakeholders and context in Ethiopia. Familiarity with education-related minimum standards. Strong project management, leadership and analytical skills. Ability to manage teams and build staff capacity. Strong communication and stakeholder relationship-management skills. Attention to detail and the ability to coordinate programme activities effectively.
Language
Fluency in English, both written and spoken.