The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is an independent humanitarian organization working to protect the rights of displaced people and support durable solutions for refugees and internally displaced populations. NRC operates in complex humanitarian contexts, delivering assistance and protection services while advocating for improved policies and practices that affect displaced communities. In Kenya and across the East and Southern Africa region, NRC implements programs that address legal protection, self-reliance, education, shelter, and emergency response.
As part of its ongoing humanitarian programming and regional support functions, NRC is seeking qualified and experienced professionals to fill several open positions. These roles are based in different locations across Kenya, including Dadaab, Kakuma, Nairobi, and remote settings, and span technical project implementation, legal assistance, regional advisory, and digital programme development functions. The positions support NRC’s operational response to displacement, with a particular focus on refugee protection, durable solutions, and crisis response in the region.
This job hiring article is intended for publication on a third-party job board and presents a consolidated overview of all currently advertised positions, together with detailed job descriptions outlining the scope, responsibilities, and operational focus of each role. Interested candidates are encouraged to review each position carefully to determine alignment with their professional experience and interests.
The positions covered in this advertisement include:
• Durable Solutions Technical Project Assistant – Dadaab
• Information, Counselling and Legal Assistance (ICLA) Technical Assistant – Kakuma
• Regional Sudan Crisis Adviser – East and Southern Africa
• Digital Programme Development Manager for Sudan – Remote
• NRC Talent Community
Each position is described in detail below.
Position Title: Durable Solutions Technical Project Assistant
Duty Station: Dadaab Sub-County, Garissa County, Kenya
Posting Date: 06 February 2026
Role Overview
The Durable Solutions Technical Project Assistant supports the implementation of self-reliance and durable solutions programming in Dadaab Sub-County and surrounding host communities. The role focuses on delegated project interventions that aim to improve access to legal protection, livelihood-related legal assistance, and systemic solutions for refugees and vulnerable host populations.
The position operates at the area office level and contributes directly to program development and implementation through technical support, field-level coordination, and stakeholder engagement. The Technical Project Assistant works within NRC’s integrated self-reliance approach, supporting interventions that address legal, administrative, and structural barriers affecting displaced populations.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
The Durable Solutions Technical Project Assistant is responsible for supporting the implementation of programming related to durable solutions and self-reliance initiatives within the assigned geographic area. This includes assisting in the delivery of activities aimed at improving refugees’ and vulnerable host communities’ access to timely legal protection support.
The role involves supporting information provision, counselling, and legal assistance activities related to employment laws and procedures. This includes helping communities understand applicable legal frameworks, administrative processes, and rights related to employment and self-reliance opportunities.
The position supports assessments, research, and data collection activities to identify systemic and administrative barriers affecting refugees’ access to durable solutions. The Technical Project Assistant contributes to the analysis of findings and supports the development of local advocacy initiatives informed by evidence and field realities.
The role includes coordinating with other NRC program teams to ensure an integrated approach to self-reliance programming. This involves supporting referrals, information sharing, and alignment of activities across different thematic areas.
The Technical Project Assistant supports routine project monitoring and reporting by collecting field data, documenting activities, and contributing to internal reporting requirements. The role also supports compliance with NRC procedures, donor requirements, and quality standards.
Engagement with community members, local authorities, and other stakeholders forms a key part of the role. The Technical Project Assistant supports dialogue, coordination, and collaboration aimed at improving program effectiveness and community acceptance.
Position Title: Information, Counselling and Legal Assistance (ICLA) Technical Assistant
Duty Station: Kakuma and Kalobeyei Settlement, Turkana County, Kenya
Posting Date: 06 February 2026
Role Overview
The ICLA Technical Assistant supports the day-to-day implementation of Information, Counselling and Legal Assistance projects in Kakuma and Kalobeyei settlement areas, as well as surrounding host communities. The role focuses on delivering information dissemination, legal counselling, and legal assistance services across key thematic areas relevant to displaced populations.
The position operates in line with NRC procedures and quality standards, supporting effective program delivery while contributing to programme development, assessments, and stakeholder coordination.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
The ICLA Technical Assistant is responsible for implementing information, legal counselling, and legal assistance services at the field level. This includes supporting legal aid activities and ensuring that services are delivered in accordance with NRC’s programmatic frameworks.
The role involves supporting information dissemination and outreach activities across ICLA thematic areas, including legal identity, housing, land and property rights, and employment laws and procedures. This includes facilitating community awareness sessions and ensuring that information is accessible and contextually appropriate.
The Technical Assistant supports legal counselling activities by assisting individuals and households to understand their legal rights and available remedies. The role includes supporting referrals to appropriate service providers and coordinating follow-up actions as required.
The position includes contributing to assessments and monitoring activities aimed at understanding legal protection needs and barriers. The Technical Assistant supports data collection, documentation, and analysis to inform program design and adaptation.
The role also supports capacity-building initiatives, including training and awareness sessions for community members and relevant stakeholders. This includes assisting in the preparation of materials and logistical arrangements.
The Technical Assistant supports project information management by maintaining accurate records, contributing to reporting processes, and ensuring compliance with NRC data protection and confidentiality standards.
Coordination and stakeholder engagement are integral to the role. The Technical Assistant supports engagement with community leaders, partner organizations, and relevant authorities to facilitate program delivery and address emerging challenges.
Position Title: Regional Sudan Crisis Adviser
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
Posting Date: 29 January 2026
Role Overview
The Regional Sudan Crisis Adviser provides strategic advisory support related to NRC’s response to the Sudan crisis across the East and Southern Africa region. The role focuses on analysis, coordination, and guidance to support effective humanitarian programming and regional alignment.
The position contributes to regional strategy development, supports country offices, and ensures that NRC’s response to the Sudan crisis is informed by contextual analysis, operational realities, and organizational priorities.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
The Regional Sudan Crisis Adviser is responsible for providing contextual analysis and strategic guidance related to the Sudan crisis and its regional implications. This includes monitoring developments, assessing humanitarian needs, and identifying response priorities.
The role involves advising regional and country-level teams on programmatic approaches, coordination mechanisms, and response strategies related to displacement from Sudan.
The Adviser supports regional coordination by facilitating information sharing, alignment of approaches, and collaboration across country offices involved in the Sudan response.
The position includes contributing to the development of regional strategies, concept notes, and internal briefing materials related to the Sudan crisis.
The Adviser supports engagement with external stakeholders, including humanitarian partners, coordination forums, and donors, by providing analysis and technical input as required.
The role also supports internal learning and adaptation by documenting lessons learned and contributing to the refinement of NRC’s crisis response approaches.
Position Title: Digital Programme Development Manager for Sudan
Duty Station: Remote (Based in Nairobi, Kenya)
Posting Date: 29 January 2026
Role Overview
The Digital Programme Development Manager for Sudan supports the design, development, and adaptation of digital programming approaches related to NRC’s response to the Sudan crisis. The role operates remotely and focuses on leveraging digital tools and methodologies to enhance program reach, efficiency, and accountability.
The position works closely with program, technical, and regional teams to support innovative and context-appropriate digital solutions.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
The Digital Programme Development Manager is responsible for supporting the development of digital programme strategies related to the Sudan response. This includes identifying opportunities to integrate digital tools into humanitarian programming.
The role involves supporting the design and piloting of digital interventions aimed at improving information access, service delivery, and engagement with affected populations.
The position includes coordinating with program teams to ensure that digital solutions align with operational needs, contextual constraints, and protection considerations.
The Manager supports monitoring and learning related to digital interventions by contributing to data analysis, documentation, and adaptation processes.
The role includes providing technical guidance on digital platforms, tools, and methodologies, and supporting capacity strengthening of staff involved in digital programme delivery.
The position also supports collaboration with internal and external stakeholders involved in digital innovation and humanitarian technology initiatives.
Position Title: NRC Talent Community
Overview
The NRC Talent Community provides an opportunity for professionals to express interest in future employment opportunities with NRC. This initiative allows individuals to remain informed about upcoming roles and organizational updates relevant to their areas of interest.
Role Context
Individuals who join the Talent Community may be considered for future roles aligned with their professional background and experience. The Talent Community supports NRC’s workforce planning by maintaining a pool of potential candidates for current and future vacancies.
Participation in the Talent Community does not constitute an application for a specific position but allows NRC to engage with professionals interested in contributing to its humanitarian work.
Application Process
Interested candidates are required to follow the application instructions provided on the official NRC recruitment platform for each position. Applications must be submitted within the specified timelines indicated in the individual job postings.
NRC is committed to safeguarding, accountability, and ethical conduct across all its operations. All recruitment processes are conducted in line with organizational policies and applicable legal frameworks.
