Females are highly encouraged to apply. 

Overview:
The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC), a renowned humanitarian organization, is recruiting a Graduation Approach Lead for its BHA-funded resilience and food security activity in Somalia, set to begin in September 2024. This pivotal role will guide the implementation of a graduation approach aimed at alleviating poverty among ultra-poor communities affected by displacement. The ideal candidate will possess significant experience in designing, leading, and applying research to poverty reduction projects using the graduation approach in various contexts, with a focus on urban settings and empowering women and youth. What you will do

Program Strategy and Implementation:

• Collaborate with consortium members to refine the project's graduation approach strategy, ensuring the sequencing and integration of interventions are tailored to the unique needs of the target communities.
• Develop innovative and sustainable models for poverty reduction, focusing on creating long-term economic opportunities for youth and women in urban contexts.

Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration:

• Forge strong partnerships with local governments, NGOs, and community leaders to foster a supportive environment for program initiatives.
• Facilitate regular stakeholder meetings to gather input and ensure alignment of program goals with community needs and expectations.

Research and Innovation:

• Lead the design of research methodologies alongside the learning lead and learning partner, focusing on assessing the impact and scalability of the graduation approach.
• Analyze research outcomes to identify trends, challenges, and opportunities for program enhancement.

Capacity Building:

• Design and conduct targeted training sessions and workshops for staff, partners, and community representatives on effective implementation of the graduation approach.
• Develop resources and tools to support the ongoing learning and development of team members and partners.

Monitoring and Learning:

• Contribute to establishing robust monitoring systems to track program progress, beneficiary impact, and the effectiveness of interventions.
• Regularly review and analyze program data to inform strategic adjustments and improvements.

Donor Compliance and Reporting:

• Coordinate closely with the MEL team to ensure accurate and timely reporting of program activities and outcomes to BHA and other stakeholders.
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of BHA's compliance requirements and RFSA guidelines to ensure adherence in all aspects of the program.