Head of Division Eastern Africa

You will take on a business-critical role in Norwegian Church Aid (NCA), managing and overseeing our work in Eastern Africa. This is a region shaped by rapid change, complex crises and long-term partnerships where leadership matters.

You will lead a team of highly competent and dedicated staff in Oslo, as well as our Country Directors across the region. In this role, you will be part of the Department of International Programmes Management Team, and represent NCA in selected external forums, including close collaboration with partners and ACT Alliance members.

Travel to countries with a high security risk must be expected.

Why this role exists

The Department of International Programmes is entering a period of significant change. A new strategy is being implemented. The global setup is evolving. At the same time, the context in Eastern Africa is becoming more complex, shaped by conflict, climate-related crises and shifting funding landscapes.

Your role is to create clarity, prioritise effectively, and ensure progress across countries, teams and stakeholders.

What will your work look like

Some weeks will be about long-term direction and strategic choices. Others will require crisis management, difficult decisions and immediate action. Often, both at the same time.

You will lead experienced Country Directors and a highly skilled team in Oslo. You will follow up strategy, programme quality, risk and financial performance, and represent NCA towards donors, authorities and partners.

You stay close enough to understand what is happening, while focusing on key developments and progress towards organisational goals. Your role is to support, challenge and enable others to perform.

Who you are

• You think about systems and connections.
• You build trust.
• You are resilient.
• You are comfortable with disagreement and take responsibility for moving things forward.
• You make decisions when it matters.