Strategy and Operations Adviser

What we are looking for:

NRC is seeking an organised and experienced Strategy and Operations Adviser to play a central role in supporting the effective management of day-to-day operations and administration of the Operational Support and Strategy (OSS) department and its management team.

You will be part of the OSS department which brings together Global Finance ICT Supply Chain and Strategy Planning and Knowledge Management. OSS shapes organisational strategy provides governance and assurance delivers shared services and develops practical solutions to organisational and operational challenges - ensuring NRC can deliver effectively on its mission.

You will play a key coordinating role within the OSS department and across the wider organisation enabling and supporting the work of the Deputy Secretary General and the OSS management team. You bring structure and clarity to complex processes ensuring that planning strategy development budgeting and administrative workflows are well organised aligned and effectively delivered.

Working closely with senior stakeholders you help optimise ways of working and ensure that operational activities consistently support strategic objectives. You are not only a trusted management support partner but also a hands-on contributor with a strong project focus. You actively drive and support organisational development initiatives including change management efforts internal communication and continuous improvements to how NRC works.

This role is ideal for you if you are comfortable navigating complexity coordinating across teams and moving initiatives forward with purpose. You are energized by working with people managing competing priorities and creating structure in dynamic environments.

What you will do:

• Responsible for support to the OSS management team Global Finance management team the Global Support Advisory Group and the department including managing day-to-day operations and administration tracking follow-up ofdecisionsand ensuring efficient ways of working.

• Facilitate and drive the annual planningstrategyand budgeting processes in the department in collaboration withother internal stakeholders. This includesdevelopment of the balanced scorecard andworkplans andmonitor implementation and report against these.

• Responsible for internal communication both within the department and from the department to the rest of the organisation.

• Lead and/or contribute to specific initiatives projects or working groups as delegated by the department director.

• Coordinate contributions from the department and quality assure reports and documentation for the Senior Management Group (SMG) and the Board.

Please download thedetailed job descriptionto learn more about the position.

What you will bring:

To excel in this role candidates shouldpossessthe following qualifications and skills:

• University degree or equivalent qualification preferably at masters degree level

• Minimum five years of relevant experience within the humanitarian sector or equivalent

• Fluency in English both written and verbal. Working knowledge of Norwegian is preferable.

• Strong ability to drive processes and push to keep timelines and plans

• Strong facilitation and organisational skills with the ability to work with a wide range of stakeholders at different levels of the organisation incl. facilitating Board and senior management work.

• Demonstrated high quality communication skills incl. writing and editing

• Excellent administrative skills incl. management support strategy development planning and cross-departmental coordination

• Documented experience and results related to the positions responsibilities

What we offer:

• Duty station: Oslo Norway

• Contract: Temporarymaternity cover(1June 202630 April2027).

• Salary/benefits: Grade9onNRCsResidentsalary scale with accompanying terms and conditions.

• Flexible working hours and hybrid arrangements.

• A new people-centric workspace: In January 2027 we will move to Drivhuset (Urtegata 9) a fully renovated sustainable office in central Oslo designed for wellbeing and innovation.

• 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

Important information about the application process

• For Internal candidates: To apply as an internal candidate log in with your official email or click on Opportunity Market Place.

• When creating your profile include your full name as given on your passport. Complete all the system-required fields for experience employment history and education.

• Submit your application and CV in English taking care to attach your latest CV.

• Applications that do not meet the minimum standards in terms of experience or qualifications will generally not be considered. Unsolicited applications not related to this specific job advertisement will not be considered.

• We receive many applications for each vacant position and so only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

If you have any questions about this role please emailwith the job title as the subject line.

Why NRC

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is an independent humanitarian organisation helping people forced to flee. Our 15000 staff work in crises across 40 countries providing life-saving and long-term assistance to millions of people every year.

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We are looking for people who are passionate about helping refugees and people forced to flee. Are you one of those people If you are NRC offers you the opportunity to:

• do demanding and professional work often in challenging contexts.

• join a work culture that empowers every employee to share ideas and take responsibility.

• be part of a welcoming and supportive community committed to human dignity.