Localization & National Society Development (NSD) Division Manager
The Localization & National Society Development (NSD) Division Manager leads the organization''s localization and NSD strategies to strengthen institutional capacity, promote branch-level autonomy, enhance service delivery nationwide, and foster strategic partnerships with key stakeholders, including the IFRC, ICRC, and Partner National Societies.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the organization’s Localization and National Society Development (NSD) strategies to strengthen institutional capacity, promote branch-level autonomy, and enhance service delivery nationwide.
Oversee the development, implementation, and monitoring of governance frameworks to ensure transparency, accountability, and effective leadership across branches.
Strengthen leadership and governance capacity through targeted training, mentorship programs, and structured capacity-building initiatives for branch managers and governing boards.
Maintain a strong field presence to assess branch realities, provide hands-on support, and ensure alignment with localization and NSD priorities.
Serve as a high-profile representative of the organization in national, regional, and community-level engagements, enhancing credibility and influence in the humanitarian and development sectors.
Plan, coordinate, and report on all NSD activities, ensuring alignment with organizational strategies, measurable outcomes, and timely submission of progress updates to senior leadership.
Prepare and manage the NSD program budget, ensuring efficient resource utilization, financial accountability & compliance with both organizational and donor requirements.
Work directly with ICRC, IFRC, and Partner National Societies (PNS) to design, implement, and monitor joint initiatives that advance localization and NSD objectives.
Develop a comprehensive transformation plan detailing how the National Society will evolve into a more localized, community-driven, and self-sustaining institution, with clear milestones and measurable targets.
Negotiate, formalize, and manage partnership agreements to expand resources, improve service delivery, and ensure sustainable impact.
Establish, maintain, and strengthen strategic partnerships with local government bodies, NGOs, community organizations, the private sector, and other key stakeholders to enhance operational impact.
Coordinate with internal units including finance, HR, logistics, and programs to ensure timely support for all NSD-related activities.
Monitor and evaluate NSD progress, documenting best practices, lessons learned, and success stories for organizational learning, advocacy, and donor reporting.
Provide targeted interventions and tailored support to underperforming branches to address operational gaps and governance challenges.
Advocate for localization principles in humanitarian coordination platforms, national policy dialogues, and development forums.
Integrate localization and NSD objectives into all organizational policies, operational guidelines, and strategic plans.
Lead, mentor, and supervise the Localization & NSD Division team, fostering collaboration, innovation, and professional development.
Ensure compliance with all organizational policies, national laws, and donor regulations in all NSD-related work.
Perform other duties assigned by the immediate supervisor.
Educational Qualification & Experience Requirements
Education
Second or First Degree in International Relations, Humanitarian Affairs, Social Sciences, Development Studies, or a related field.
Experience
8 years of relevant work experience for Second Degree holders, or 10 years for First Degree holders, including 4 to 6 years in managerial positions.
Required Skills & Competencies
Strong expertise in strategic planning, institutional capacity building, and humanitarian operations.
Excellent negotiation, partnership management, representation, and communication skills.
Ability to work effectively with multi-level stakeholders, government bodies, and international partners.
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