What we are looking for  

The purpose of the Area Manager position is to ensure high quality and cost-effective programme/project implementation within the designated geographical area  

Learn more about NRC’s operation in Afghanistan here. 

What you will do  

The following is a brief description of the role:- 

• Assess needs, develop emergency response and implement response plans 

• Ensure optimal use of resources within the allocated project budgets and CC strategies   

• Represent NRC and networking on area level. 

• Ensure the inclusion of cash-based interventions and marked based programmes in country and area-based strategies and their implementation across and within NRC’s core competencies 

• Provide an enabling environment for the implementation of cash-based interventions, including multi-purpose cash assistance, emergency cash responses 

• Lead humanitarian access negotiations resulting in opening of new geographical areas 

• Manage relationships with local authorities, communities and other humanitarian players in Herat and Badghis provinces. 

• Advocate for increased humanitarian attention to the evolving situation in Herat and Badghis provinces. 

• Ensure optimal use of resources within the allocated project budgets and CC strategies   

Please download the detailed job description JD-Area Manager - Afghanistan West.pdf to learn more about the position.  

What you will bring  

1. Professional competencies  

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience from working as a Senior Manager in a    humanitarian/recovery context 

• Bachelor degree in Management and Master degree is preferred.  

• Knowledge of cash-based interventions and market based programmes 

• Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts 

• Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities 

• Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile  

• Fluency in English, both written and verbal 

Context/skills, knowledge and experience:  

• Knowledge of the context in Afghanistan 

• Knowledge of the local languages (Dari and Pashto) will be an added advantage  

• Experience with start-up and principled humanitarian negotiations 

• Relevant education, preferably in management, social sciences or international development 

• Willingness to travel to project sites in the Western Region 

2. Behavioural competencies  

• Handling insecure environments 

• Strategic thinking  

• Empowering and building trust 

• Managing performance and development 

• Managing resources to optimise results 

• Networking and Coordination 

• Analysing 

What we offer  

• Duty station: Herat, Afghanistan 

• Contract: 24months   

• Travel: up to 50%  

• Salary/benefits: grade 10 on NRC’s salary scale 

• 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.  

Find out more about the benefits of working for NRC https://www.nrc.no/career/what-we-offer/      

For any queries, please email us at [email protected] with “Area Manager West Afghanistan” as the subject line. This email address is for queries only. Applications will not be accepted via email. Please note that NRC does not request any fees in connection with its recruitment processes.