Background
NRC is currently working in Burkina Faso, with staff dedicated to assisting people affected by conflict. Its humanitarian interventions are based on its programming expertise in the Core Competencies of Shelter, Site Management, Education, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene, Livelihoods and Food Security, Protection from Violence, along with Information Counselling and Legal Assistance (ICLA) to vulnerable displaced people.
According to the 2024 Humanitarian Response Plan, Burkina Faso continues to face an unprecedented humanitarian crisis. Despite substantial response efforts by the Government and partners, the humanitarian situation has not improved enough to enable the reduction of vulnerability and needs of affected populations. In 2023, new displacements were reported throughout the year, and the number of civilians affected by security incidents increased. Urgent support is needed to address needs in food security, nutrition, health, and other sectors, as well as to protect civilians. At the same time, more efforts are needed to promote solutions to help people emerge from crisis altogether and avoid aid dependence. The 2024 Humanitarian Response Plan (HRP) aims to meet these objectives and was developed in consultation with the Government, targeting 3.8 million people from an estimated 6.3 million in need of humanitarian assistance. Roughly two million people (10% of the population) remain internally displaced as of 31 March 2023 (of which 53% are women and 52% are boys and girls under 18). The scale and severity of humanitarian needs have increased during 2023: according to the Government’s national humanitarian response plan 2023, all 13 regions in Burkina Faso host Internally Displaced People (IDPs), with a high concentration in the Sahel (25.7%), Centre-North (25.1%), North (13%), East (10.8%) and Boucle du Mouhoun (6.5%) regions. In addition, 39 localities are under blockade by non-state armed actors, making it difficult to deliver humanitarian assistance to affected populations. Humanitarian space to deliver assistance has drastically reduced in the past two years.
Conflict and instability remain extremely high in Burkina Faso with humanitarian crises across the country. NRC has consolidated its geographic scope (North Central, Sahel, and East) and pursues the development of existing programs in the Boucle de Mouhoun with strong reliance on the local partner OCADES.
The operational area Sahel / North has the base in Dori, while the East has the base in Fada N’Gourma. The development of activities in the Boucle de Mouhoun will remain under the responsibility of the Fada Area Manager. This geographic footprint, albeit consolidated, remains largely dependent on the ability to mobilize sufficient financial and human resources to ensure quality programming.
What we are looking for:
An individual with proven experience in managing projects in challenging and remote locations (Hard-to-reach areas). The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully overseeing both on-site and remote teams, ensuring seamless collaboration with colleagues. This role requires delivering high-quality and cost-efficient projects. Proficiency in English and French is essential for optimal collaboration and performance in this role.
What you will do:
In this position, you will:
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Important information about the application process:
Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
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.
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