About the Context
As of mid-2025, Eastern Chad has received over 850,000 Sudanese refugees and over 250,000 Chadian returnees since the start of the Sudan conflict in April 2023, with thousands continuing to arrive, particularly into Wadi Fira and Ouaddaï. This mass displacement is placing immense pressure on already scarce resources and straining local host communities, leading to widespread and acute needs across the WASH, Shelter, and Protection sectors. Access to clean, safe water is limited; sanitation infrastructure is insufficient for both refugee camps and host communities. Hygiene concerns particularly among new arrivals walking long distances without proper facilities. Many refugees arrive with few belongings. Makeshift shelters; need for items like mats, blankets, cooking utensils, stoves. Shelter gaps remain as well as access to land for any organisations able to implement. NRC is currently responding in Shelter and WASH with current NORAD and regional SDC funding. ECHO amount to be confirmed this week.
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
We are seeking a Field Office Manager (FM) to provide operational leadership and coordination of NRC’s activities at the field office level. This role is pivotal in ensuring efficient, secure, and accountable management of both programmes and support functions in the designated field location.
As the FM, you will oversee daily operations of the field office, including staff management, programme coordination, support functions, external engagement and representation.
Additionally, you will address operational challenges in complex contexts, whether due to scale of response, remoteness, security environment, access constraints, or the need for external representation.
This position demands dedicated, senior leadership at the field level. You will operate under the overall management of the Area Office and report directly to the Area Manager.
What you will do
Team Management & Leadership: Line manage both program and support teams, defining clear performance objectives and monitoring their progress.
Institutional Representation: Actively participate in the Country Management Group (CMG)
Project Cycle Management: Collaborate with the Country Office on activity implementation, project proposal development, and donor reporting.
Budget Management: Contribute to the development of Field Office budget and ensure optimal and compliant use of financial resources.
Human Resources & Development: Oversee recruitment, induction, and capacity building for all Field Office staff, ensuring a strong focus on professional growth.
Emergency Response: Conduct needs assessments within the operational area and develop/implement emergency response plans as required.
Safety & Duty of Care: Promote health, safety, and well-being standards in close coordination with Humanitarian Access and Safety (HAS) and HR teams.
Please download the detailed job description to learn more about the position JD Field Manager Chad Iriba.pdf
What you will bring
Professional Competencies
Minimum of three (3) years’ experience as a Project Manager or Area Manager in a humanitarian context
Technical expertise in the implementation of WASH projects in emergency settings
Previous experience working in complex and volatile contexts
Documented results related to the responsibilities of the position
Self-awareness of own leadership competencies and profile
Fluency in French, both written and spoken
Context related skills, knowledge and experience
Knowledge of the Chad/Darfur context
Experience with emergency programme setups
Experience in launching new country programmes / area offices
Proficiency in Arabic is an asset
Behavioural competencies
Communication with impact and respect
High negotiation skills
Empowering and building trust
Handling insecure environment
Planning and delivering results
Managing resources to optimize results.
Working with people
Leadership competencies
Build meaningful relations
Act with integrity
Empower people
Deliver results
What we offer
