Information, Counselling and Legal Assistance(ICLA) Programme Development Manager Nigeria…

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This role leads design, development, and implementation of ICLA projects in conflict-affected areas in Nigeria. The manager provides technical oversight, manages partnerships, and strengthens staff capacity. Requires 5+ years senior-level experience, technical protection expertise, and willingness to travel.

• Leads ICLA programme development in Nigeria
• Minimum 5 years senior-level project implementation
• Fluency in English required
• Position based in Abuja and Maiduguri

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Information, Counselling and Legal Assistance(ICLA) Programme Development Manager Nigeria Maiduguri | NRC - Norwegian Refugee Council Information, Counselling and Legal Assistance(ICLA) Programme Development Manager Nigeria Maiduguri NRC - Norwegian Refugee Council Abuja, Maiduguri Both national and international Grade 9 level Speaks English Application deadline: August 03, 2026 (6 days) Apply Summary by Impactpool The Information, Counselling and Legal Assistance (ICLA) Programme Development Manager in Nigeria will lead the design, development, and implementation of ICLA projects, ensuring high-quality programming in conflict-affected areas. This role involves managing partnerships, providing technical oversight, and strengthening the capacity of ICLA staff. The manager will also engage with local authorities and stakeholders to promote the rights of vulnerable populations. The position requires travel across NRC’s operational areas to ensure compliance with strategies and donor requirements. Candidate Requirements: Minimum 5 years of senior-level project implementation experience Experience in complex and volatile contexts Technical protection expertise Relevant university degree (Social Sciences, Law, etc.) Professional experience in legal protection programming Experience with vulnerable populations Budget management experience Technical report writing experience Fluency in English Willingness to travel Background The Information, Counselling and Legal Assistance (ICLA) programme in Nigeria supports displaced and conflict-affected populations to access their rights, secure legal identity and civil documentation, obtainHousing, Land and Property (HLP) rights, and pursue durable solutions in line with national legislation and humanitarian standards. Operating primarily in the conflict-affected North-East and expanding to other displacement-affected contexts where relevant, the programme works closely with government institutions, communities, and humanitarian partners to strengthen protection outcomes and improve access to justice for vulnerable populations. This position is part of NRC's established ICLA programme in Nigeria and provides technical leadership to ensure high-quality, context-responsive programme design and implementation. The role serves as the principal ICLA technical expert, advising senior management and programme teams on strategy, programme quality, donor engagement, and legal and policy developments. It also provides technical oversight and capacity strengthening to ICLA staff across area offices, ensuring that interventions are evidence-based, aligned with NRC's global standards, and responsive to the evolving protection and displacement context in Nigeria. Find out more about NRC https://www.nrc.no/ and Watch this short video to see NRC in action https://vimeo.com/736782633 What we are looking for As the Information, Counselling and Legal Assistance (ICLA) Programme Development Manager (PDM), you will design, develop, and implement ICLA projects in Nigeria while contributing to the country’s ICLA response. Additionally, you will travel across NRC’s areas of operation to ensure the quality of ICLA programming, directly manage ICLA partnerships, and strengthen partners’ technical capacity through knowledge transfer. What you will do Development of ICLA strategy, technical SOPs/guidelines and Macro LFAs. Compliance and adherence to NRC policies, CC tools, handbooks and guidelines. Responsible for developing and managing funding proposals, project budgets, and donor reports. Overall management of project staff. Coordinate and manage ICLA project implementation (activities, budget and project documentation) in line with proposals, strategies and donor requirements. Ensure capacity building of project staff and transfer key skills. Liaise and collaborate with relevant local and national authorities and stakeholders and represent NRC in relevant forums/clusters/working groups. Promote the rights of IDPs/returnees, deportees, refugees or migrants in line with the advocacy strategy. Please download the detailed job description to learn more about the position Job Description _ICLA PDM Nigeria Maiduguri.pdf What you will bring 1.Professional Competencies Minimum 5 years of experience from a senior-level project implementation position in a humanitarian/recovery context. Experience from working in complex and volatile contexts. Technical protection expertise. Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities. Knowledge about one's leadership skills/profile. Fluency in English, both written and verbal, is required. Context related skills, knowledge and experience Relevant completed university degree (Social Sciences, Anthropology, Geography, Law, Development Studies, etc); Master’s degree or higher is an advantage. Professional experience in legal protection programming. Experience working with a population with different types of vulnerability. Experience in budget management. Experience with technical report writing. Willingness to travel in areas where NRC has a presence and to spend the night in the field. Behavioural competencies Planning and delivering results Working with people Handling insecure environment Analysing Communication with impact and respect Build meaningful relations Act with integrity Empower people Deliver results What we offer Duty station :Maiduguri,Nigeria Contract: 12months Salary &Benefits: Grade 9 on NRC’s Nigeria National 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/ Kindly send any questions about the application process to: cwa.recruitment@nrc.no . Applications sent via email will not be accepted. Please check your application status on your NRC application profile. This is National Position targeting Nigeria Nationals At NORCAP, we work to better protect and empower people affected by crises and climate change. With expertise in the humanitarian, development and peacebuilding sectors, we collaborate with local, national and international partners on finding solutions to meet the needs of people at risk. NORCAP is part of the Norwegian Refugee Council. At Impactpool we do our best to provide you the most accurate info, but closing dates may be wrong on our site. Please check on the recruiting organization's page for the exact info. Candidates are responsible for complying with deadlines and are encouraged to submit applications well ahead. Before applying, please make sure that you have read the requirements for the position and that you qualify. Applications from non-qualifying applicants will most likely be discarded by the recruiting manager. Summary by Impactpool The Information, Counselling and Legal Assistance (ICLA) Programme Development Manager in Nigeria will lead the design, development, and implementation of ICLA projects, ensuring high-quality programming in conflict-affected areas. This role involves managing partnerships, providing technical oversight, and strengthening the capacity of ICLA staff. The manager will also engage with local authorities and stakeholders to promote the rights of vulnerable populations. The position requires travel across NRC’s operational areas to ensure compliance with strategies and donor requirements. Candidate Requirements: Minimum 5 years of senior-level project implementation experience Experience in complex and volatile contexts Technical protection expertise Relevant university degree (Social Sciences, Law, etc.) Professional experience in legal protection programming Experience with vulnerable populations Budget management experience Technical report writing experience Fluency in English Willingness to travel Fellowship Master the recruitment process of the impact sector! Become a fellow and gain access to Impactpool's premium material that will boost your career in the impact sector Explore fellowship Show NRC - Norwegian Refugee Council that you are interested in them Recruiters from the organization will be able to view your profile, contact you for current & future vacancies and engage you on opportunities that match your skills and interest. Connect with organization Information, Counselling and Legal Assistance(ICLA) Programme Development Manager Nigeria Maiduguri NRC - Norwegian Refugee Council Abuja, Maiduguri Both national and international Grade 9 level Speaks English Apply