Norwegian Refugee Council Wash and Shelter Project Manager Jobs in Ethiopia
Norwegian Refugee Council Wash and Shelter Project Manager Jobs in Ethiopia;NRC Ethiopia is seeking an experienced and results-driven WASH & Shelter Project Manager to join our team in the Gonder Area Office. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled humanitarian professional to lead the design, implementation, monitoring, and delivery of high-impact WASH (Water, Sanitation and Hygiene) and Shelter interventions that improve the lives of crisis-affected communities across NRC's areas of operation.
You will provide strategic and technical leadership throughout the entire project cycle, from needs assessments and response design to proposal development, budgeting, implementation, monitoring, and reporting.
You will ensure that all interventions are delivered to a high standard of quality, safety, appropriateness, and sustainability while maintaining strong financial oversight and accountability.
The role also includes managing and mentoring project teams, strengthening staff capacity, and fostering meaningful community engagement and participation.
Working closely with authorities, donors, partners, and humanitarian coordination platforms, you will play a key role in resource mobilization, programme development, and strategic engagement.
You will ensure that WASH and Shelter responses remain responsive to evolving humanitarian needs while integrating protection principles, gender, age and disability inclusion, environmental sustainability, and disaster risk reduction.
The successful candidate will be responsible for assessing needs, developing concept notes and project proposals, managing budgets, providing technical guidance, and driving measurable outcomes that enhance the resilience and well-being of affected populations.
Please note:
This opportunity is open to Ethiopian nationals only.
What you will bring:
Minimum 7 years’ experience working in a relevant senior-level project implementation role preferably within a humanitarian/recovery context.
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, Hydraulic Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Water Supply and Sanitation Engineering, Construction Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
Experience of working in complex and volatile contexts.
Experience in Shelter and WASH programming in refugee context.
Experience in donor engagement.
Fluency in English both written and spoken.
Contextual understanding and knowledge of WASH and Shelter and Settlement/Housing sector and stakeholders in Ethiopia.
Familiarity with WASH and Shelter and Settlement Sector Standards across various contexts and respective target groups.
Strong communication skills ensuring good relations and smooth operations with stakeholders.
Detail-oriented and strong analytical skills.
Strong and proven project management skills.
What we offer:
Duty station: Gonder, Ethiopia.
Contract: 12 months.
Travel: Up to 80%.
Salary/benefits: Grade 8 on NRC’s Resident salary scale, with accompanying terms and conditions.
NRC is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to diversity without distinction to age, gender, religion, ethnicity, nationality, and physical ability.
We think outside the box, encourage ideas, and give responsibility to all employees at all levels. You will have many opportunities to be heard and take the initiative.
Important information about the application process
For Internal candidates: To apply as an internal candidate, log in with your official
email or click on Opportunity Market Place.
When creating your profile, include your full name as given on your passport. Complete all the system-required fields for experience, employment history and education.
Submit your application and CV in English, taking care to attach your latest CV.
Applications that do not meet the minimum standards in terms of experience or qualifications will generally not be considered.
Unsolicited applications not related to this specific job advertisement will not be considered.
We receive many applications for each vacant position and so only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
If you have any questions about this role, please email ho.recruitment@nrc.no with the job title as the subject line.
Why NRC?
The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is an independent humanitarian organisation helping people forced to flee.
Our 15,000 staff work in crises across 40 countries, providing life-saving and long-term assistance to millions of people every year.
We are looking for people who are passionate about helping refugees and people forced to flee.
NRC offers you the opportunity to:
Do demanding and professional work, often in challenging contexts.
Join a work culture that empowers every employee to share ideas and take responsibility.
Be part of a welcoming and supportive community committed to human dignity.
About Us
The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a global humanitarian organisation helping people forced to flee.
Join us in assisting millions of people in areas where others cannot, tackling some of the world's most dangerous and difficult crises.
Bring your skills and dedication to an organisation recognised for providing high quality aid and for defending the rights of refugees and internally displaced people.
At NRC, we give responsibility to employees at all levels and foster professional growth and innovative teams.
You can expect a supportive culture and an open dialogue with management.
We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion.
Together, we save lives and rebuild futures.
Safeguarding
Safeguarding is central to NRC’s work.
Treat everyone with respect and dignity.
Contribute to building a safe environment for all.
Never engage in any form of exploitation, harassment and specifically sexual exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment (SEAH).
Always report concerns.
NRC has a zero-tolerance approach to safeguarding violations.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; Norwegian Refugee Council Wash and Shelter Project Manager Jobs in Ethiopia
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