Regional Solutions Adviser - Syria & Hosting Countries

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is seeking a strategic and experienced humanitarian professional to join our MENA Regional Office as Regional Solutions Adviser - Syria & Hosting Countries. As the region continues to navigate displacement, return preparedness, and durable solutions for Syrians, this pivotal role will drive regional collaboration, strengthen programme quality, and support innovative, multi-country responses across Syria, Jordan, Lebanon, and the wider MENA region. You will play a leading role in shaping NRC's regional Syria response by: Providing strategic programme support and guidance to country offices. Strengthening cross-country coordination, learning, and regional coherence. Leading the development and management of regional and multi-country grants. Identifying and securing new funding opportunities and donor partnerships. Supporting return preparedness and durable solutions initiatives for Syrian refugees and returnees. Coordinating scenario planning, information sharing, and regional analysis. Representing NRC in relevant regional forums and stakeholder engagements. Promoting evidence-based programming, learning, and advocacy across the Syria response. What you will bring We are seeking a collaborative and forward-thinking adviser with: 6-8 years of humanitarian, recovery, or development experience, including 3 years in advisory or management roles. Specialist knowledge and expertise equivalent to an advanced university degree in a relevant field (e.g., international development, politics, social science) Strong knowledge of development and other institutional donors strategies, priorities, and compliance requirements for relevant donors. Track record of successful proposal development, or similar in funding or partnerships Experience from working in complex and volatile contexts, with preference for previous experience in the region Understanding of, and commitment to working collaboratively with technical and operational colleagues within a matrix structure, including capacity building Fluency in English, both written and verbal Context related skills, knowledge and experience Deep knowledge and understanding of the Syria context Experience with coordination role across different countries Experience working with overall strategy development and planning Experience of developing learning and development tools and resources to support capacity building Understanding of durable solutions concepts and frameworks and previous experience in working on return contexts Experience with project management, including budget monitoring, monitoring, evaluation and learning, donor reporting, modification requests and evaluations Knowledge of and interest in new business opportunities, including different partnerships modalities, grants and commercial opportunities Experience of working with cross-country programmes and donors Please download the detailed job description to learn more about the position.

Desired Candidate Profile

What we are looking for Candidates with management/advisory level experience within the humanitarian context, specifically those with deep understanding of the Syria context, displacement dynamics, and durable solutions frameworks. To succeed in this role candidates will need to be strong and experienced in donor engagement, business development, and grant management, as well as experience in project management i.e. coordinating and managing programmes across multiple countries and stakeholders. Strong strategic planning, analytical, and communication skills are also a requirement for this position. We are seeking a collaborative and forward-thinking adviser with: 6-8 years of humanitarian, recovery, or development experience, including 3 years in advisory or management roles. Specialist knowledge and expertise equivalent to an advanced university degree in a relevant field (e.g., international development, politics, social science) Strong knowledge of development and other institutional donors strategies, priorities, and compliance requirements for relevant donors. Track record of successful proposal development, or similar in funding or partnerships Experience from working in complex and volatile contexts, with preference for previous experience in the region Understanding of, and commitment to working collaboratively with technical and operational colleagues within a matrix structure, including capacity building Fluency in English, both written and verbal Context related skills, knowledge and experience Deep knowledge and understanding of the Syria context Experience with coordination role across different countries Experience working with overall strategy development and planning Experience of developing learning and development tools and resources to support capacity building Understanding of durable solutions concepts and frameworks and previous experience in working on return contexts Experience with project management, including budget monitoring, monitoring, evaluation and learning, donor reporting, modification requests and evaluations Knowledge of and interest in new business opportunities, including different partnerships modalities, grants and commercial opportunities Experience of working with cross-country programmes and donors