Are you passionate about food security and would like to use your competence to work for a just world with no hunger?

NCA is looking for an experienced colleague to join our team supporting country programmes on food security and economic development. In this role, you will play a key role in strengthening and developing NCA’s programme strategies to improve food systems, increase food production, and promote food security and sustainability.

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Facilitate technical development and quality assurance of the food security thematic area within NCA in accordance with internationally recognised quality standards.
• Support country offices’ work with local partners, communities, governments, and international partners to address the root causes of food insecurity and create lasting solutions.
• Provide technical leadership in the design, implementation, and monitoring of food security programmes in line with the Norwegian food security strategy.
• Oversee the global roll-out and implementation of NCA’s digital Farmer Tracking System.
• Support the development of food security programs at the country offices, in close collaboration with the local program team.
• Contribute to proposal development towards priority donors.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Agriculture, Environmental Sciences, Economics, Development Studies, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in food security, agriculture, or a related sector.
• Demonstrated experience in project management and stakeholder engagement.
• Good understanding of the policy environment related to food security programming.
• Proficiency in relevant software tools for data analysis and project management.

OTHER DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND EXPERTISE

• Field experience in developing countries.
• Knowledge of sustainable agricultural practices, agroecology, and climate-smart agriculture.
• Experience working with local and regional food value chains.
• Experience working with donor-funded projects or international development agencies.
• Knowledge of French/Portuguese is a bonus.

PERSONAL SKILLS

• Strong analytical skills and capacity to think strategically
• Ability to plan, coordinate and lead processes that include multiple stakeholders and interests
• Structured, well-organised and self-driven
• Problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a multicultural and multidisciplinary environment

We offer:

• Permanent position at our head office in Oslo
• Possibility to travel to our country offices and take part in a global community
• Exciting and meaningful job with one of Norway’s largest humanitarian organisations
• International and multicultural working environment with engaged, supportive and highly qualifed colleagues
• Opportunity for professional and personal development
• A comprehensive insurance and pension plan
• Flexible working hours.

We encourage all qualified persons to apply for a job with us, regardless of gender, age, disability or cultural background. Through our recruitment portal, you can register and submit your CV, write an application / cover letter and attach relevant certificates. Only applicants using this electronic portal will be considered for the position.

Before you apply:
We kindly ask you to carefully read the ACT Code of Conduct for the prevention of misconduct, including corruption, fraud, exploitation and abuse, including sexual; and to ensure child safeguarding and the Protection from Sexual Harassment, Exploitation and Abuse and Child Safeguarding policy before you submit your application. If you are the selected candidate for this position you will be asked to complete and sign our Code of Conduct and Protection from Sexual Harassment, Exploitation and Abuse, and Child Safeguarding Policy.