Job Description

Policy and Liaison Officer

Company: Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC)

Location: Mogadishu, Somalia

Job Type: Full-Time

Department: Policy, Advocacy & External Relations

Experience: 4–8 Years

Salary: USD 2,800 – 5,200 per month (based on qualifications and experience)

Reports To: Country Director – Somalia

Position Overview

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is seeking an experienced Policy and Liaison Officer to strengthen policy engagement, stakeholder coordination, government relations, and strategic advocacy initiatives across Somalia. The successful candidate will serve as a key link between the organization, government institutions, donors, humanitarian partners, and development stakeholders while supporting evidence-based policy development and external representation.

This opportunity is ideal for professionals seeking Policy Officer jobs in Somalia, Liaison Officer jobs in Mogadishu, NGO jobs in Somalia, and Government Relations jobs in East Africa.

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Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement policy engagement strategies aligned with organizational objectives.
• Build productive relationships with government ministries, donors, UN agencies, and civil society organizations.
• Monitor policy developments affecting humanitarian and development programs.
• Prepare policy briefs, analytical reports, position papers, and strategic recommendations.
• Represent the organization at coordination forums, conferences, and stakeholder meetings.
• Facilitate communication between field teams and external stakeholders.
• Support advocacy campaigns related to humanitarian access, resilience, and development.
• Conduct political economy and stakeholder analysis.
• Monitor compliance with government regulations and reporting requirements.
• Coordinate high-level meetings and diplomatic engagements.
• Prepare briefing materials for senior management.
• Strengthen partnerships with national and regional institutions.
• Contribute to proposal development and donor engagement activities.
• Support knowledge management and information-sharing initiatives.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in International Relations, Political Science, Public Policy, Law, Development Studies, Public Administration, or related field.
• Master’s Degree in Public Policy, Governance, International Affairs, or similar discipline is highly desirable.
• Professional certifications in diplomacy, policy analysis, governance, or advocacy are advantageous.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 4 years of experience in policy, advocacy, government relations, or stakeholder engagement.
• Experience working with international NGOs, development agencies, or multilateral organizations.
• Strong understanding of governance and policy frameworks.
• Experience drafting policy documents and analytical reports.
• Knowledge of Somalia’s political, governance, and humanitarian landscape is preferred.

Technical Competencies

• Policy Analysis
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Government Relations
• Advocacy Strategy
• Public Affairs
• Strategic Communication
• Political Economy Analysis
• Report Writing
• Partnership Development
• Risk Assessment
• Research and Analysis
• Program Coordination
• Donor Relations
• Knowledge Management
• Project Monitoring

Core Competencies

• Leadership
• Diplomacy
• Negotiation Skills
• Critical Thinking
• Problem Solving
• Strategic Planning
• Relationship Management
• Presentation Skills
• Communication Excellence
• Decision Making

Training and Professional Development

Successful candidates will receive:

• Advanced policy analysis training.
• Leadership and governance development programs.
• International advocacy workshops.
• Stakeholder engagement certification courses.
• Strategic communication and negotiation training.
• Continuous professional development opportunities.

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Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Quality of policy briefs and reports.
• Stakeholder engagement effectiveness.
• Advocacy campaign outcomes.
• Partnership development achievements.
• Government relations performance.
• Compliance with reporting requirements.
• Strategic influence and representation success.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive international NGO salary package.
• Annual performance bonus.
• Comprehensive medical insurance.
• Life and accident insurance.
• Housing allowance.
• Transportation support.
• Professional development sponsorship.
• Annual leave and wellness benefits.

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Application Requirements

Interested applicants should submit:

• Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Cover Letter
• Academic Certificates
• Professional Certifications
• Valid Identification Document
• Three Professional References

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity employment. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.