NRC is hiring a Global Lead Private Sector Partnerships for a maternity cover!

NRC Norway is seeking a highly motivated and experienced professional to join NRC in the temporary position of Global Lead Private Sector Partnerships. The position plays a key role in supporting the Private Sector Partnerships section through oversight of systems, governance, compliance, reporting, and business processes, while ensuring effective collaboration across the organisation.

• Leading the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of systems, tools, guidelines, and procedures for private sector partnerships across NRC.

• Providing data-driven insights and performance analysis related to private sector function to inform decision-making and strategic planning.

• Serving as the section’s focal point and subject matter expert for NRC’s CRM system (Cycles), including reporting, analysis, and user support.

• Ensuring compliance with due diligence requirements, GDPR, and NRC policies and procedures for private sector engagement.

• Developing and delivering training, guidance, and capacity-building initiatives to strengthen knowledge and compliance across the organisation.

• Coordinating with Global Finance, grant management, country offices and departments to monitor income, project implementation, and partnership performance.

• Managing a portfolio of selected private sector partnerships and lead on fundraising campaigns, events, and partner engagement activities.

• Representing the Private Sector Partnerships section in relevant internal working groups and external stakeholder engagements.

• Providing technical leadership and day-to-day support to advisors, coordinators, and interns within the section.

• Supporting onboarding and knowledge sharing within the team.

We are seeking a strategic, analytical, and collaborative colleague with experience in private sector partnerships, business operations, CRM systems, compliance, reporting, data analysis, and stakeholder management. You have a strong ability to translate complex information into actionable insights, drive process improvements, and build effective relationships across a global organisation. A hands-on approach, combined with strong leadership and communication skills, will be essential for success in this role.

The position is based in Oslo. Candidates must have excellent English language skills, both written and verbal. Ability to speak and write norwegian language is an added advantage.

• Duty station: NRC HO in Oslo, Norway preferred.

• Contract: 1.5 years (Fixed term)

• Travel: Moderate

• Salary/benefits: Grade 10 on NRC’s Resident salary scale, with accompanying terms and conditions.

• 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.