Hot NGO Jobs in Nigeria 2020

Growth in Value Alliance (GV Alliance) Partners Job Recruitment (7 Positions)

noreply@blogger.com (Naijalabel) — Tue, 25 Feb 2020 20:47:00 +0000

Growth in Value Alliance (GV Alliance) Partners is a business advisory and market intelligence services firm. Our objectives are to assist organizations to achieve their growth aspirations by providing market intelligence, strategy blueprint, IT solution delivery expertise and business operation improvement capabilities.

We are recruiting to fill the following positions below:

1.) Analyst, Supply Chain Management

Location: Lagos

Deadline: 6th March, 2020.

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2.) Software Developer - Female

Location: Lagos

Deadline: 10th March, 2020.

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3.) SOA Solution Analyst

Location: Lagos

Deadline: 2nd March, 2020.

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4.) Relationship and Sales Manager - Female

Location: Lagos

Deadline: Not Specified.

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5.) Team Lead, Quality Assurance

Location: Lagos

Deadline: Not Specified.

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6.) API Software Tester

Location: Lagos

Deadline: 24th February, 2020.

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7.) Female Application Developer

Location: Lagos

Deadline: 24th February, 2020.

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Center for Community Health and Development International Job Recruitment (9 Positions)

noreply@blogger.com (Naijalabel) — Tue, 25 Feb 2020 20:44:00 +0000

The Center for Community Health and Development International is a non-discriminatory, non-governmental organization with a mandate to improve the health and quality of life of Nigeria's rural children and women. CHAD was established in 2002 by a group of women from different religious and ethnic background in Gombe state, North East Nigeria.

We are recruiting to fill the following positions below:

1.) Town Crier

Location: Borno

Slot: 2 Openings

Deadline 4th March, 2020.

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2.) Facilitator

Location: Borno

Deadline 4th March, 2020.

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3.) Community Volunteer

Location: Borno

Deadline 4th March, 2020.

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4.) Monitoring & Evaluation Officer

Location: Lagos

Deadline 4th March, 2020.

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5.) Community Enumerator

Location: Lagos

Deadline 4th March, 2020

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6.) Project Manager

Location: Borno

Deadline 4th March, 2020.

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7.) Finance Officer

Location: Borno

Deadline 4th March, 2020.

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8.) Programme Officer

Location: Borno

Deadline 3rd March, 2020.

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9.) Project Assistant

Location: Borno

Slot: 2 Openings

Deadline 4th March, 2020.

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Twinning for Health Support Initiative Nigeria (THIS-N) Job Recruitment (7 Positions)

noreply@blogger.com (Naijalabel) — Sat, 08 Feb 2020 15:34:00 +0000

Twinning for Health Support Initiative Nigeria (THIS-N) is a non-profit organisation. We are currently engaging in the Enugu State4GATES OVC Project to improve the health and well-being of Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVC) and their families in Enugu North Local Government Area in line with Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and President’s Emergency Plan for Aids Relief (PEPFAR) 95: 95: 95 Agenda.

We are recruiting to fill the following positions below:

1.) OVC Education and Protection Officer

Location: Enugu

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2.) Data Entry Clerk

Location: Enugu

Slots: 2 Openings

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3.) Care & Support Officer (OVC / HIV)

Location: Enugu

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4.) OVC Program Officer

Location: Enugu

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5.) Household Economic Strengthening (HES) Officer

Location: Enugu

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6.) Health linkages & Nutrition Officer

Location: Enugu

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7.) Monitoring & Evaluation Officer

Location: Enugu

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Application Closing Date
Wednesday,12th February, 2020.

Latest AHNI FHI360 Job Recruitment February 2020 (20 Positions)

noreply@blogger.com (Naijalabel) — Fri, 07 Feb 2020 03:36:00 +0000

Achieving Health Nigeria Initiative (AHNi) is a non-profit organization that promotes socio-economic development by supporting global health and economic initiatives in Nigeria. AHNi currently has its headquarters in Abuja, Nigeria. AHNi was established as an affiliate of the Family Health International (FHI 360), a nonprofit human development organization serving more than 60 countries, all 50 U.S. states and all U.S. territories, to sustain FHI's achievements.

To strengthen this operations and interventions in the North-East part of the country, we are seeking qualified candidates for the positions below:

1.) Technical Assistant - ART Community Management Services

Location: Akwa-Ibom

Deadline: 26th February, 2020.

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2.) Assistant Technical Officer - M & E Research & Learning

Location: Abuja

Deadline: 26th February, 2020.

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3.) Senior Technical Officer - Clinical Care (ART / PMTCT)

Location: Akwa-Ibom

Deadline: 26th February, 2020.

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4.) Technical Officer - M & E Research & Learning

Location: Akwa-Ibom

Deadline: 26th February, 2020.

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5.) HIV Specialist

Location: Akwa-Ibom

Slot: 6 Openings

Deadline: 26th February, 2020.

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6.) Technical Officer - Laboratory Services

Location: Abuja

Slot: 2 Openings

Deadline: 26th February, 2020.

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7.) Quality Improvement / Assurance Advisor (QA / QI)

Location: Akwa-Ibom

Deadline: 26th February, 2020.

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8.) Laboratory Specialist

Location: Akwa-Ibom

Deadline: 26th February, 2020.

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9.) Associate Director - RMCH

Location: Abuja

Deadline: 26th February, 2020.

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10.) Associate Director - PCT

Location: Abuja

Deadline: 26th February, 2020.

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11.) Accountant

Location: Akwa-Ibom

Deadline: 26th February, 2020.

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12.) Finance & Admin Assistant

Locations: Akwa Ibom (x2) and Cross River (x1)

Deadline: 26th February, 2020.

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13.) Senior Technical Officer - Documentation

Location: Abuja

Deadline: 26th February, 2020.

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14.) Project Driver

Locations: Akwa Ibom (x2), Cross River (x1), Gombe (x1), Adamawa (x1) & Abuja (x3)

Slot: 8 Openings

Deadline: 26th February, 2020.

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15.) Associate Director - Monitoring & Evaluation

Location: Abuja

Deadline: 26th February, 2020.

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16.) Senior Technical Officer - Prevention & Mitigation

Location: Abuja

Deadline: 26th February, 2020.

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17.) Senior Technical Advisor - Logistics

Location: Abuja

Deadline: 26th February, 2020.

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18.) Senior Technical Officer - PCT

Location: Abuja

Deadline: 26th February, 2020.

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19.) Technical Assistant - Clinical Services

Locations: Akwa-Ibom

Slot: 13 Openings

Deadline: 26th February, 2020.

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20.) Senior Technical Advisor- PMTCT

Location: Abuja

Deadline: 12th February, 2020

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Mercy Corps Nigeria Graduate & Exp. Job Recruitment (6 Positions)

noreply@blogger.com (Naijalabel) — Fri, 07 Feb 2020 01:02:00 +0000

Mercy Corps is a leading global organization powered by the belief that a better world is possible. In disaster, in hardship, in more than 40 countries around the world, we partner to put bold solutions into action - helping people triumph over adversity and build stronger communities from within. Now, and for the future.

We are recruiting to fill the following positions below:

1.) Head Driver

Location: Borno

Deadline: 14th February 2020.

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2.) Cook

Location: Borno

Deadline: 14th February 2020.

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3.) Cleaner

Location: Borno

Deadline: 14th February 2020.

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4.) Cleaner (Guest House)

Locations: Borno

Deadline: 13th February, 2020.

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5.) Senior Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Officer

Locations: Borno

Deadline: 10th February, 2020.

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6.) Graduate Program - Intern UAS-LCB

Location: Borno

Deadline: 10th February 2020.

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Healthrak Job Recruitment (7 Positions)

noreply@blogger.com (Naijalabel) — Mon, 03 Feb 2020 21:07:00 +0000

Healthrak - Our client, a hospital located in various areas of Lagos State, is recruiting suitably qualified candidates to fill the following positions below:

1.) Midwife

Location: Lagos

Deadline: 17th February, 2020.

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2.) Resident Nurse

Location: Lagos

Deadline: 17th February, 2020.

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3.) Single Qualified Nurse

Location: Lagos

Deadline: 12th February, 2020.

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4.) Medical Doctor

Location: Surulere - Lagos

Deadline: 12th February, 2020.

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5.) Community Health Extension Worker (CHEW) - Orile Iganmu

Location: Orile Iganmu - Lagos

Deadline: 11th February, 2020.

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5.) Registered Nurse / Midwife - Orile Iganmu

Location: Orile Iganmu - Lagos

Deadline: 11th February, 2020.

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6.) Community Health Extension Worker (CHEW) - Ajegunle

Location: Ajegunle, Lagos

Deadline: 4th February, 2020.

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7.) Registered Nurse / Midwife - Ajegunle

Location: Ajegunle, Lagos

Deadline: 4th February, 2020.

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Catholic Relief Services (CRS) Job Recruitment (6 Positions)

noreply@blogger.com (Naijalabel) — Sun, 02 Feb 2020 17:43:00 +0000

Catholic Relief Services (CRS) is an international non-governmental organization supporting relief and development work in over 99 countries around the world. CRS programs assist persons on the basis of need, regardless of creed, ethnicity or nationality. CRS works through local church and nonchurch partners to implement its programs, therefore, strengthening and building the capacity of these partner organizations is fundamental to programs in every country in which CRS operates. CRS has worked in Nigeria for more than 25 years.

We are recruiting to fill the following positions below:

1.) Consultant - Training of Trainers

Locations: Nationwide

Deadline: 14th February, 2020

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2.) Program Manager II

Location: Adamawa

Deadline: 14th February, 2020

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3.) Head of Human Resources

Location: Abuja

Deadline: 14th February, 2020

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4.) Administrative Assistant

Location: Abuja

Deadline: 14th February, 2020

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5.) Project Manager II (MEAL Manager)

Location: Adamawa

Deadline: 10th February, 2020

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6.) Field Security Office

Location: Adamawa

Deadline: 10th February, 2020

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ACTED Job Recruitment (4 positions)

noreply@blogger.com (Naijalabel) — Sun, 02 Feb 2020 17:41:00 +0000

ACTED has been committed since 1993, to immediate humanitarian relief to support those in urgent need and protect people’s dignity, while co-creating longer term opportunities for sustainable growth and fulfilling people’s potential. ACTED, headquartered in Paris, France is present in four continents and our teams intervene in 37 countries towards 14 million people, responding to emergency situations, supporting rehabilitation projects and accompanying the dynamics of development. Over 5,000 staff are dedicated to implementing and developing our projects.

We are recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) CCCM Technician Officer

Location: Borno

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2.) REACH GIS Officer

Location: Borno

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3.) Shelter Assistant

Location: Borno

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4.) Outreach Assistant - AGORA

Location: Borno

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Application Closing Date
6th February, 2020.

Database Officer at Solidarites International (SI)

noreply@blogger.com (Naijalabel) — Thu, 02 Jan 2020 12:10:00 +0000

Solidarites International (SI) is a French humanitarian organization which provides aid and assistance to victims of war or natural disaster. For over 38 years the association has focused on meeting three vital needs - water, food and shelter. Currently present in Nigeria since 2016, SI carries out emergency / post-emergency programs in WASH sector in North East region.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Database Officer

Location: Maiduguri Coordination

Description of the Position
Data and tools management:

The database officer is in charge of:
- The design and management of operational and M&E databases
- Maintaining updated program databases
- Entering data provided into the appropriate software
- Ensuring the security of computer data
Attend the training of field staff about the new tools developed
Support the teams in the analysis of information and data gathered
Archive paper, electronic data and reports and making them available to the teams, on request.

Mapping:

Maintain updated location maps for Solidarités International activities by using ArcGIS, QGIS and Power-bi
Prepare, on request, maps to illustrate the reports
Support analysis and decision making through a relevant mapping of the humanitarian situation.

Reporting / Communication:

Keep tools and files archived and secured at the offices of Solidarités International accessible to his/her line manager
Participate in collaboration with the program team and M&E teams in the analysis and processing of data
Participate in collaboration with program team and M&E teams in the production of graphs based on the data collected.
Bring to light any difficulty linked to his or her activities, to the programs of Solidarités or security concerns

Management of the Complain Response Mechanism:

S / he will be responsible for properly handling the SI’s CRM and will ensure that each call is recorded in the CRM database;
Track basic statistics and trends from the data, in collaboration with the base MEAL departments. Prepare updated figures and information requests, as requested by MEAL coordination.

Profile

Studies: Degree in Statistics / IT / Computer Sciences
Languages: English (Hausa – Added Advantage)
IT: Excel, Access, Power BI, Mwater, SPSS, Other statistical packages

Experience:

Minimum of 2 years of computer based software development and data / information management
NGO Experience in MIS / Data Management and MEAL Component.

Application Closing Date
6th January, 2020.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Application Procedure / Notice

When the above link opens, select "Database Officer - Maiduguri", fill the form and attach your CV
The CV attached must be named with your name and surname.
As position is required as soon as possible, Solidarites International reserves the right to select a candidate and finalize the recruitment before the final date.

Mercy Corps Nigeria Job Recruitment (11 Positions)

noreply@blogger.com (Naijalabel) — Mon, 30 Dec 2019 07:00:00 +0000

NGO Jobs in Nigeria 2020, Mercy Corps is a leading global organization powered by the belief that a better world is possible. In disaster, in hardship, in more than 40 countries around the world, we partner to put bold solutions into action - helping people triumph over adversity and build stronger communities from within. Now, and for the future.

We are recruiting to fill the following vacant positions below:

1.)  IT Assistant

Location: Gombe

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2.) Operations Assistant

Locations: Gombe / Yola, Adamawa

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3.) Procurement Assistant

Location: Gombe

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4.) IT Systems Administrator

Location: Yola, Adamawa

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5.)  Operations Officer

Locations: Gombe / Yola, Adamawa

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6.)  Market Systems and Livelihoods Officer

Locations: Adamawa, Yobe, Gombe and Borno

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7.) Youth Engagement Advisor

Location: Adamawa

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8.) Financial Services Officer

Locations: Adamawa, Biu-Borno, Yola, Gombe

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9.) Resilience Advisor

Location: Adamawa

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10.)  Technology for Development (T4D) Advisor

Location: Abuja

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11.) Youth Engagement Officer

Locations: Gombe, Biu- Borno & Damaturu - Yobe

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Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

IT Assistant at Mercy Corps Nigeria

noreply@blogger.com (Naijalabel) — Mon, 30 Dec 2019 06:53:00 +0000

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: IT Assistant

Reference Number: ABV/OPS/2019/0051
Location: Gombe
Position Status: Full-time, Non-exempt, Regular

General Position Summary

Maintain the current IT system in the Mercy Corps office and ensure the proper functioning of equipment and network to meet office needs and demands in coordination and synchronizing system with the IT Systems Administrator.

Essential Job Responsibilities
Program Management:

Read and understand the Mercy corps IT Systems Policy on appropriate use. Orient staff on appropriate use and monitor user activities to ensure adherence to these policies.
Conduct staff training on computer basics and the use of MS Office applications and networking. Assist, as needed, with developing databases or other windows application needs for program and operational staff.
Responsible use and confidentiality of any information identified as sensitive.
Regularly update anti-virus programs and ensure the entire network and computers are virus-free.
Assist the IT Systems Administrator in establishing a clear, back-up policy for the Mercy Corps office and undertake the necessary steps for this activity including designing a schedule and materials list. Ensure back up and archives are made and stored as scheduled.
Under the guidance of the IT Systems Administrator, undertake the repairing and maintaining of LAN-s, internet systems and general IT maintenance and training– as per needs outlined by the Field Manager and Operations Officer.
Oversee repair of computers and IT equipment at a local level, when possible - facilitate and advise on best, safest and most economical solutions in consultation with the IT Systems Administrator.
Maintain an efficient Local Area Network for Mercy Corps office. Do not change the current design of configurations without written approval after analysis by the IT Systems Administrator and the Head of Office. Current designs are appropriate for the programmatic needs for the office and any additions or changes require prior approval and planning.
Identify equipment and accessories required for the smooth functioning of computers and IT equipment in Mercy Corps offices. Facilitate the purchase of items through the Procurement Department.
Maintain the Mercy Corps mail server and assign addresses as instructed by IT Systems Administrator.
Assist in administration functions as needed; assist logistics staff in inventorying and tracking IT assets.
Maintain proper documentation of all IT equipment including; system profiles, warranties and IT stock / accessories; Organize and maintain a central filing system of satellite systems in MC office.
Assist in the identifying specification, relocation and assembly of any equipment including computers, printers, accessories and satellite systems in all offices, as required.
Conduct himself / herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Mercy Corps and to not jeopardize its humanitarian mission.

Security:

Ensure compliance with security procedures and policies as determined by country leadership.
Proactively ensure that team members operate in a secure environment and are aware of policies.

Knowledge and Experience

A minimum of three years’ experience in an information technology system (IT).
A relevant university degree in Computer Sciences is desirable.
Experience in both hardware and software requirements in local area networking (LAN); experience in the configuration of an internal email system as per the local area networking (LAN).
Exclusive knowledge of internet, proxy, pop mail, and TCPIP settings, Linux and Windows applications.
Experience for upright maintenance of all internet account, Logins and account status.
Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines and work independently and cooperatively with team members is required.
Ability to troubleshoot, plan and design low maintenance systems is a must.
Ability to troubleshoot and maintain both wireless and cable connections is required.
Must understand, follow and implement existing policies on IT equipment use and best practices.

Organizational Learning:

As part of our commitment to organizational learning and in support of our understanding that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities they serve, we expect all team members to commit 5% of their time to learning activities that benefit Mercy Corps as well as themselves.

Accountability to Beneficiaries:

Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.
Team members are expected to conduct themselves professionally and respect local laws, customs and MC's policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues.

Supervisory Responsibility:

None.

Accountability:

Reports Directly To: Coordination on all IT activities with the IT Systems Administrator
Works Directly With: Coordinate with Operations Officer and Field Manager in identifying IT needs and suggests solutions.

Success Factors

Conscientious with an excellent sense of judgment
Ability to work simultaneously on multiple tasks
Willingness and ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people
Ability to work as part of a team and coordinate with project personnel
Good spoken and written English
Computer literate and strong organizational skills.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter in one document, addressing the position requirements, reference number and location to: ng-recruitment.nigeria@mercycorps.org

Note

All applications must include the position title and reference number in the subject line
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview
We are an equal employment opportunity organization so women are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

Operations Assistant at Mercy Corps Nigeria - Gombe / Adamawa

noreply@blogger.com (Naijalabel) — Mon, 30 Dec 2019 06:51:00 +0000

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Operations Assistant

Reference Number: ABV/OPS/2019/0048
Locations: Gombe / Yola, Adamawa
Position Status: Full-time, Regular

Program / Department Summary

As a member of the operations department, responsible for the support of Mercy Corps programming in the Gombe / Yola, ensure the smooth movement of people, material and documents throughout the region. Following procedures as outlined in the Mercy Corps Manual.

General Position Summary

The Operations Assistant is responsible for providing support to logistics units for MC Offices according to procedure and process of Operations requirements.

Essential Job Responsibilities
Office Management:

Organising and managing the stocks and stores of office and GH's supplies and stationery.
Facilities management and supervision of cleaners / cooks.
Assist in preparation of monthly operations reports.
Responsible for maintaining the stock of admin supplies and stationery and issue as required.
Facilitate with admin support to training, conferences and regular meetings for MC staff in MC offices.
Assist in managing and organizing power supplies and MC generators in offices / GH's.
Ensures regular maintenance of Mercy Corps rented premises, including office and guesthouses.
Initiate admin related purchases. Work with the procurement team to ensure timely procurement.
Timely payment of utility bills, vendor invoices etc.

Asset Management:

Directly responsible for asset inventory management (receiving, counting, reporting, tracking) in coordination with the Operation officer and country asset controller.
Coordinate with the country office for repairing and maintenance of assets.
Other duties as assigned.

Fleet:

Assist in facilitating movements of people and commodities across Mery Corps Nigeria offices.
Facilitate the drivers and fleet managing (in coordination with Operations Officer).
Other duties as assigned by the Operations Officer.

Warehousing:

Assist in facilitating the release of commodities from MC warehouses.
Organizing and managing the stock/ commodities of warehouses.
Assist and work closely with partners/ Los (Local Organizations) on warehousing, ensure proper storage, documentation and procedures are followed.

Procurement:

Work with procurement when acquiring Quotations for purchases as needed.
Assist in purchasing items required for office operations.
Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Experience

University degree preferable, institute degree is also considered in administration / logistics or relevant experience.
One or two years' experience in administration and logistics.
Fair in written and spoken English and local languages required.
Document control, good skills in filing documents.
Strong organizing skills, strong skills in problems solving.
Good communications skills.
Computer skills word and excel are required.

Organizational Learning:

As part of our commitment to organizational learning and in support of our understanding that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities they serve, we expect all team members to commit 5% of their time to learning activities that benefit Mercy Corps as well as themselves.

Accountability to Beneficiaries:

Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.
Team members are expected to conduct themselves professionally and respect local laws, customs and MC's policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues.

Supervisory Responsibility:

The Cook and Cleaners

Accountability:

Reports Directly to: Operations Officer
Works Directly with: All Programs staff, Operations, finance, HR

Success Factors

Conscientious with an excellent sense of judgment.
Ability to work simultaneously on multiple tasks.
Willingness and ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Ability to work as part of a team and coordinate with project personnel.
Fair spoken and written English.
Computer literate and strong organizational skills.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Note

All applications must include the position title and reference number in the subject line
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview
We are an equal employment opportunity organization so women are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

Procurement Assistant at Mercy Corps Nigeria

noreply@blogger.com (Naijalabel) — Mon, 30 Dec 2019 06:46:00 +0000

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Procurement Assistant

Reference Number: ABV/OPS/2019/0047
Location: Gombe
Position Status: Full-time, Regular

Program / Department Summary

The Procurement Department is committed to implementing and maintaining the highest standards of efficiency and integrity in the purchase of goods and services.
The overriding objective for all Mercy Corps procurement activity is the prompt and effective provision of materials and services to Mercy Corps’ beneficiary populations in compliance with donor specifications.

General Position Summary

The Procurement Assistant is responsible for facilitating the procurement aspects of Mercy Corps’ logistic operation. Working closely with Programs, Administration, Finance and Logistics, the Procurement Assistant is instrumental in supporting program activities through his / her services.

Essential Job Functions
Procurement management:

Daily coordination of MC procurement activities.
Has a full understanding of MC procurement policies and formats. Assists, as needed in training staff on these policies.
Assists staff as needed on creating clear and understandable purchase requests and other documentation.
Collects quotations and bids from the market for PR’s as assigned by the Operations Officer – as per Mercy Corps standards and formats.
Interact with Vendors during collection of quotations – explain Mercy Corps formats and ensure that vendors will use the provided forms.
Ensure fair competition and strictly adhere to MC procurement rules regarding vendor relations as described below:
Always accord prompt and courteous reception and fair and equal treatment to all vendors / suppliers and their representatives.
Provide equal opportunity for vendors/suppliers to make price and specification quotations.
Guarantee the confidentiality of all specifications and price quotations made by vendors / suppliers.
Decline to take advantage of vendors / suppliers’ errors, and show consideration for vendors / suppliers’ difficulties by co-operating with them whenever possible.
Avoid subjecting vendors / suppliers to needless expense or inconvenience when requesting quotations or returning goods.
Explain as clearly and fully as possible to vendors / suppliers the reason(s) for the rejection of their bids / proposals.
Remain scrupulously free of obligations to any vendor / supplier.
Remain informed about sources of supply, methods, services and materials and encourage vendors / suppliers to test and develop improved or expanded products and services.
Inform vendors / suppliers about current and anticipated requirements.
If, for any reason, one vendor / supplier is permitted to re-quote (submit a revised quotation), all competitors should be given the same opportunity. Re-quoting should be kept to an absolute minimum.
Prepare the required documentation of supplies and transactions are completed to MC standards.
Prepare and Maintain the PR Master list.
Responsible for filing and archiving of procurement documents
Assist Operations and office staff with procurement activities, as required.
Identify assets during the course of procurement and notify the Asset Controller on receipts of assets.
The Procurement Assistant will conduct himself / herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Mercy Corps and to not jeopardize its humanitarian mission.

Security:

Ensure compliance with security procedures and policies as determined by country leadership.
Proactively ensure that team members operate in a secure environment and are aware of policies.

Knowledge and Experience

Degree in a relevant Business field is desired.
Minimum 1 year experience in supply chain management; international business or related field.
Strong organizational skills.
Ability to interact effectively with international and national personnel.
Good oral and written English skills.
Good computer skills on MS Office programs, especially in MS Excel, MS Word
A demonstrated ability to multi-task and process information into action as to not delay program activities.
A clear understanding of procurement ethics and donor compliance is essential.

Organizational Learning:

As part of our commitment to organizational learning and in support of our understanding that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities they serve, we expect all team members to commit 5% of their time to learning activities that benefit Mercy Corps as well as themselves.

Accountability to Beneficiaries:

Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically
to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.

Accountability:

Supervisory Responsibility: None
Reports Directly To: Operations Officer
Works Directly With: MEL, Programs, Finance and Operations team
Living Conditions / Environmental Conditions

Success Factors

Conscientious with an excellent sense of judgment
Ability to work simultaneously on multiple tasks
Willingness and ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people
Excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to work as part of a team and coordinate with project personnel
Good spoken and written English
Computer literate and strong organizational skills.
Mercy Corps team members represent the agency both during and outside work hours. Team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and MC's policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Note

All applications must include the position title and reference number in the subject line
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview
We are an equal employment opportunity organization so women are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

IT Systems Administrator at Mercy Corps Nigeria

noreply@blogger.com (Naijalabel) — Mon, 30 Dec 2019 06:32:00 +0000

NGO Jobs in Nigeria 2020 , Mercy Corps is a leading global organization powered by the belief that a better world is possible. In disaster, in hardship, in more than 40 countries around the world, we partner to put bold solutions into action - helping people triumph over adversity and build stronger communities from within. Now, and for the future.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: IT Systems Administrator

Reference Number: ABV/OPS/2019/0050
Location: Yola, Adamawa
Position Status: Full-time, Non-exempt, Regular

General Position Summary

Maintain the current IT system in the Mercy Corps office and ensure the proper functioning of equipment and network to meet office needs and demands in coordination and synchronizing system with the IT Systems Administrator.

Essential Job Responsibilities
Program Management:

Read and understand the Mercy corps IT Systems Policy on appropriate use. Orient staff on appropriate use and monitor user activities to ensure adherence to these policies.
Conduct staff training on computer basics and the use of MS Office applications and networking. Assist, as needed, with developing databases or other windows application needs for program and operational staff.
Responsible use and confidentiality of any information identified as sensitive.
Regularly update anti-virus programs and ensure the entire network and computers are virus-free.
Assist the IT Systems Administrator in establishing a clear, back-up policy for the Mercy Corps office and undertake the necessary steps for this activity including designing a schedule and materials list. Ensure back up and archives are made and stored as scheduled.
Under the guidance of the IT Systems Administrator, undertake the repairing and maintaining of LAN-s, internet systems and general IT maintenance and training– as per needs outlined by the Field Manager and Operations Officer.
Oversee repair of computers and IT equipment at a local level, when possible - facilitate and advise on best, safest and most economical solutions in consultation with the IT Systems Administrator.
Maintain an efficient Local Area Network for Mercy Corps office. Do not change the current design of configurations without written approval after analysis by the IT Systems Administrator and the Head of Office. Current designs are appropriate for the programmatic needs for the office and any additions or changes require prior approval and planning.
Identify equipment and accessories required for the smooth functioning of computers and IT equipment in Mercy Corps offices. Facilitate the purchase of items through the Procurement Department.
Maintain the Mercy Corps mail server and assign addresses as instructed by IT Systems Administrator.
Assist in administration functions as needed; assist logistics staff in inventorying and tracking IT assets.
Maintain proper documentation of all IT equipment including; system profiles, warranties and IT stock / accessories; Organize and maintain a central filing system of satellite systems in MC office.
Assist in the identifying specification, relocation and assembly of any equipment including computers, printers, accessories and satellite systems in all offices, as required.
Conduct himself / herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Mercy Corps and to not jeopardize its humanitarian mission.

Security:

Ensure compliance with security procedures and policies as determined by country leadership.
Proactively ensure that team members operate in a secure environment and are aware of policies.

Knowledge and Experience

A minimum of three years’ experience in an information technology system (IT).
A relevant university degree in computer sciences is desirable.
Experience in both hardware and software requirements in local area networking (LAN); experience in the configuration of an internal email system as per the local area networking (LAN).
Exclusive knowledge of internet, proxy, pop mail, and TCPIP settings, Linux and Windows applications.
Experience for upright maintenance of all internet account, Logins and account status.
Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines and work independently and cooperatively with team members is required.
Ability to troubleshoot, plan and design low maintenance systems is a must.
Ability to troubleshoot and maintain both wireless and cable connections is required.
Must understand, follow and implement existing policies on IT equipment use and best practices.

Organizational Learning:

As part of our commitment to organizational learning and in support of our understanding that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities they serve, we expect all team members to commit 5% of their time to learning activities that benefit Mercy Corps as well as themselves.

Accountability to Beneficiaries:

Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically
to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.
Team members are expected to conduct themselves professionally and respect local laws, customs and MC's policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues.

Supervisory Responsibility:

None.

Accountability:

Reports Directly To: Coordination on all IT activities with the IT Systems Administrator
Works Directly With: Coordinate with Operations Officer and Field Manager in identifying IT needs and suggests solutions.

Success Factors

Conscientious with an excellent sense of judgment
Ability to work simultaneously on multiple tasks
Willingness and ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people
Ability to work as part of a team and coordinate with project personnel
Good spoken and written English
Computer literate and strong organizational skills.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Note

All applications must include the position title and reference number in the subject line
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview
We are an equal employment opportunity organization so women are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

Operations Officer at Mercy Corps Nigeria - Gombe / Adamawa

noreply@blogger.com (Naijalabel) — Mon, 30 Dec 2019 06:30:00 +0000

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Operations Officer

Reference Number: ABV/OPS/2019/0049
Locations: Gombe / Yola, Adamawa
Position Status: Full-time, Regular

Program / Department Summary

Mercy Corps has been present in Nigeria since December 2012, focusing its interventions on adolescent girls’ empowerment, economic development and conflict mitigation. In mid-2014 Mercy Corps has decided to address the rising humanitarian needs among displaced households and vulnerable host communities by in northeast Nigeria and started its humanitarian program.
With funding from humanitarian donors including OFDA, FFP, EU and ECHO the humanitarian program has been focusing on food assistance, non-food items distribution, protection, livelihoods support, WASH and capacity building of humanitarian response actors.
All Mercy Corps interventions in Nigeria are implemented in a conflict and gender-sensitive manner.

General Position Summary

The Operations Officer provides day-to-day support to the program operations in Yola, under the direct supervision of the Operations Manager based in Abuja.
As part of his / her responsibilities, the Operations Officer will undertake tasks under procurement, administration, logistics and security working in close collaboration with the finance and program teams based in Yola.
S / he will promptly and effectively provide all required support to programs so to deliver the assistance to beneficiaries in a timely, compliant and transparent manner.

Essential Job Functions
Procurement:

Read and has a clear understanding of the Mercy Corps FP3 and all procedures;
Lead Mercy Corps daily Procurement Activities in Yola Office to meet program and country mission objectives promptly and accordance with Mercy Corps guidelines and donor regulations;
Possesses a full understanding of MC procurement policies and formats. Provide training to new staff on these policies and provided refresher training as the gap in staff knowledge are identified;
Assists staff as needed on creating clear and understandable purchase requests (PR) and other documentation;
Collects quotations and bids from the market for PR-s with support from Field Manager – as per Mercy Corps standards and formats;
Conduct a regular market survey at least every quarter with coordination and support from Field Manager in Yola;
Conduct Preferred Supplier process for Accommodation, stationary and other repetitive requests in coordination with Procurement Officer and administration officer;
Maintains PR Master Lists and shares with staff on a weekly bases.
Interact with vendors during the collection of quotations – explain Mercy Corps formats and ensure that vendors will use the provided forms;
Ensures fair competition and strictly adhere to Mercy Corps procurement rules regarding vendor relations as described by Mercy Corps
Interacts with contractors, in coordination with the Field Manager and Program Managers;
Ensures that the required documentation of supplies and transactions are completed to Mercy Corps standards. Maintains and updates the procurement files
Raise payment request for vendor’s payments and monitor the status of each payment.

Assets:

Read and has a clear understanding of the Mercy Corps Asset Management Manual and all procedures;
Assists the Asset Controller with asset management. Identify assets during procurement and notify the Asset Controller on receipts of assets;
Participates in regular assets inventory and checks.
Ensures that all the assets are maintained and in good condition. Check assets stickers regularly;
Maintain inventories of Mercy Corps premises (non-expandable properties) conduct regular checks (quarterly);
Advise Field Manager on any broken, damaged or destroyed equipment;

Fleet:

Read and has a clear understanding of the Mercy Corps Fleet Management Policy Guidelines;
Ensure that all vehicles are safe and road-worthy;
Ensure that all vehicles have proper on-board vehicle documentation;
Schedule vehicle use to meet programmatic and operational needs;
Ensure Vehicle Authorization is approved before leaving Mercy Corps Office;
Oversees the vehicles movement plans;
Maintains vehicles documentation, including log sheets, repairs logs and schedules Monitors vehicles fuel consumption
Coordinate with HR to ensure proper tracking of drivers HR files;
Oversees the generator and inverter operation, monitoring the servicing schedule

Administration:

Read and has a clear understanding of the Mercy Corps Field Administration Manual and all procedures;
Liaises with Field Manager on renewal of office and Guesthouses rental agreements;
Establishes and maintain appropriate filing systems for office correspondence. Receive and dispatch mail;
Ensures that the office is run professionally and responsibly including hosting guests, cleaning, receptionist duties and general contact and liaison with outside agencies.
Ensures that the office has sufficient office supplies.
Co-ordinates any other necessary administrative and office management details.
Makes all necessary travel and lodging arrangements for visitors
Oversee the management of office consumable (office materials like stationery, cleaning & hygiene,): that will include: collecting the requests on a monthly bases, maintaining the stock, monitoring the use.
Facility management (cleaning, equipment repairs, utilities, water supply, green office considerations, facility keys management etc)
Administrating communication, ensuring internet, printers are working, the staff has enough phone credit.
Collect HR-related documentation and liaise with the country office on HR tasks
Monitor the generator and inverter operation, monitoring the service schedule;
Monitor generator fuel consumption
Responsible for oversight of vehicle rentals including tracking of leases and payment.

Operations Management - Security:

To act as the office Security Focal Point.
If needed, conduct security risk assessments of core operational features and record and report findings;
To ensure that compound guards remain an effective and credible deterrent;
To ensure through comprehensive briefings, that all staff and visitors to are fully appraised of the risks, the prevailing security situation and any security procedures.
To manage and maintain all security communications equipment.

Other:

Carries out other duties as assigned.
The Operations Officer will conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Mercy Corps and to not jeopardize its humanitarian mission.

Security:

Ensure compliance with security procedures and policies as determined by country leadership.
Proactively ensure that team members operate in a secure environment and are aware of policies.

Organizational Learning

As part of our commitment to organizational learning and in support of our understanding that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities they serve, we expect all team members to commit 5% of their time to learning activities that benefit Mercy Corps as well as themselves.

Accountability to Beneficiaries:

Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.

Accountability:

Supervisory Responsibility: Technical support for all operations assistants and administration staff.
Reports Directly To: Field Manager, Yola
Works Directly With: MEL, Programs, Finance and Operations

Success Factors

Conscientious with an excellent sense of judgment
Ability to work simultaneously on multiple tasks
Willingness and ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people
Ability to work as part of a team and coordinate with project personnel
Good spoken and written English
Computer literate and strong organizational skills.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Note

All applications must include the position title and reference number in the subject line
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview
We are an equal employment opportunity organization so women are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

Market Systems and Livelihoods Officer at Mercy Corps Nigeria - Adamawa, Yobe, Gombe and Borno

noreply@blogger.com (Naijalabel) — Mon, 30 Dec 2019 06:28:00 +0000

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Market Systems and Livelihoods Officer

Reference Number: ABV/PRO/2019/0045
Location: Northeastern (Yola-Adamawa, Damaturu-Yobe, Gombe and Biu-Borno) Nigeria
Position Status: Full-time, Exempt, Regular

Program / Department Summary

Nigeria is the most populous country in Africa, and its influence spreads across the continent. Yet, inequality and insecurity have consistently undermined Nigeria's development. Mercy Corps Nigeria was established in 2012 to respond to these challenges. The Nigeria team is headquartered in Abuja, in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), with offices throughout Nigeria. With a strong and growing team of over 200 staff, Mercy Corps is currently serving over 600,000 beneficiaries across the country with programming in Lagos in the South; Kaduna, Benue, Nasarawa and Plateau in the Middle Belt; Kano, Yobe and Borno in the North.

Programs include girls’ education and financial inclusion, community peacebuilding, market-based livelihoods and a multi-sector humanitarian response that has a strong emphasis on WASH, Shelter, Cash and Protection. With the vision of a Nigeria in which all people are empowered, engaged, resilient and secure, Mercy Corps Nigeria focuses on the root causes of conflict, governance, humanitarian response, and market systems development.

Working with a diverse funding base that includes the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), UK Department for International Development (DFID), United Nations (UN), European Commission (EC), European Humanitarian Aid and Civil Protection (ECHO), Global Affairs Canada (FKA DFATD), and several foundations, Mercy Corps empowers people to recover from crisis, build better lives and transform their communities for good.

In 2019, Mercy Corps Mercy Corps is starting a $30 million USAID-funded Rural Resilience Activity in Nigeria’s northeast. The purpose of the Rural Resilience Activity is to sustainably move people out of chronic vulnerability and poverty. The Rural Resilience activity will enable individuals and communities to engage in strong and sustainable market systems rather than continuing to rely on humanitarian assistance and faltering with each new shock.

General Position Summary

The Market Systems and Livelihoods Officer will be responsible for implementing all aspects of the market systems development and livelihoods interventions of the Rural Resilience activity.
This position holder will be required to apply a wide variety of market development tools and approaches to catalyze innovative services, facilitate and manage relevant market linkages between market actors in areas targeted by the project. S/he will provide field and office-based support to the Market Systems Development and Livelihoods Specialist.
The position will support the training of staff, the provision of technical assistance; and ensuring that common strategies and approaches are applied consistently in all communities.
S/he will coordinate closely with the M&E team to ensure that systems are in place to track, analyze and report results.

Essential Job Responsibilities

Support the implementation of teamwork plans and the successful implementation of livelihoods and market systems development activities, ensuring timely implementation of work plan activities and identification of target groups within the approved budget, and the achievement of program deliverables for the desired impact.
Support the provision of technical guidance on livelihoods and market systems development and ensure that interventions are responsive to stakeholders and consistent with Mercy Corps’ relevant program guidelines, principles, values, quality standards and strategic plan. Support the MSD & Livelihoods Specialist to ensure that interventions are evidence-based and adhere to adaptive management principles.
Collaborate closely with and support the MSD & Livelihoods Specialist, Financial Services Specialist and Investment Fund Manager to manage the Grant Facility aspect of the program to catalyze new investment in viable economic opportunities (market systems, livelihoods, agribusiness, and employment) through grants that stimulate, rather than distort market development and avoid exacerbating conflict dynamics.
Support the conduct and/or update of market assessments, involving direct stakeholders as well as public and private sector actors working within the target value chains and market systems.
Support the integration of community approaches, gender sensitivity and capacity building into all activities as appropriate while ensuring that all interventions adhere to Mercy Corps’ Gender Policy, Do No Harm principles, and beneficiary accountability standards.
Support the management of relationships and coordination with local implementing partners.
Actively support planning meetings and workshops with government, NGO, private sector, and community partners to revise plans and promote partner acceptance/buy-in.
In coordination with the MEL team, support the implementation of monitoring activities through regular field visits and assessments to ensure program quality and impact, actively supporting the documentation of approaches, successes and lessons learned.
Coordinate with procurement, logistics, security, administration and human resources teams to ensure operational systems support field activities.
Other duties as assigned.
Represent Mercy Corps at government, donor, NGO and other relevant events, in close coordination with the Market Systems Development and Livelihoods Specialists and program leadership.
Support in the coordination of activities with consortium partners, sub-grantees, local government and other implementers, as well as with other Mercy Corps programs.

Security:

Ensure compliance with security procedures and policies as determined by country and program leadership.
Proactively ensure that team members operate in a secure environment and are aware of policies.
Conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Mercy Corps and not jeopardize its mission.

Organizational Learning:

As part of our commitment to organizational learning and in support of our understanding that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities they serve, we expect all team members to commit 5% of their time to learning activities that benefit Mercy Corps as well as themselves.

Accountability to Beneficiaries:

Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.

Supervisory Responsibility:

None, exact positions to be determined

Accountability

Reports Directly to: Market Systems Development and Livelihoods Specialist
Works Directly With: Program Leadership, Technical Advisors, Finance and Operations teams, Partner Organizations

Knowledge and Experience

Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture, Economics, or Business Administration; Master’s Degree preferred.
Minimum of three (3) years of demonstrated experience with USG or other similar development projects focused on market systems and livelihood development, with a solid understanding of context including gender and youth issues
Demonstrated ability to work and coordinate effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders, including government, community-based organizations, and the private sector;
Technical experience in market system development approach to development
Experience with supporting assessments, monitoring and evaluation and other learning efforts required.
Ability to work independently
Demonstrated strengths in analytical skills and report writing
Excellent oral, written and computer skills
Fluency in English; fluency in Hausa is required.

Success Factors:

The successful Market Systems and Livelihood Officer will be familiar with supporting the management of facilitation-based interventions and the particular challenges of market systems development in Nigeria.
The position requires an ability to think creatively about improving opportunities for inclusive market development to promote sustainable livelihoods.
S/he will have the capacity to spark innovative and entrepreneurial approaches to programming and to inspire groups to collaborate closely to implement high-quality programs.
S/he will be committed to long-term program sustainability and the delivery of high-impact activities at the community level.
The most successful Mercy Corps staff members have a strong commitment to teamwork and accountability, thrive in evolving and changing environments and make effective written and verbal communication a priority.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter in one document, addressing the position requirements to: ng-recruitment.nigeria@mercycorps.org

Note

All applications must include the position title and reference number in the subject line.
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview.
We are an equal employment opportunity organization, so women are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

Youth Engagement Advisor at Mercy Corps Nigeria

noreply@blogger.com (Naijalabel) — Mon, 30 Dec 2019 06:24:00 +0000

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Youth Engagement Advisor

Reference Number: ABV/PRO/2019/0044
Location: Yola, Adamawa
Status: Full-time, Regular

Program / Department Summary
Nigeria is the most populous country in Africa, and its influence spreads across the continent. Yet, inequality and insecurity have consistently undermined Nigeria's development. Mercy Corps Nigeria was established in 2012 to respond to these challenges. The Nigeria team is headquartered in Abuja, in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), with offices throughout Nigeria.

With a strong and growing team of over 200 staff, Mercy Corps is currently serving over 600,000 beneficiaries across the country with programming in Lagos in the South; Kaduna, Benue, Nasarawa and Plateau in the Middle Belt; Kano, Yobe and Borno in the North. Programs include girls’ education and financial inclusion, community peacebuilding, market-based livelihoods and a multi-sector humanitarian response that has a strong emphasis on WASH, Shelter, Cash and Protection. With the vision of a Nigeria in which all people are empowered, engaged, resilient and secure, Mercy Corps Nigeria focuses on the root causes of conflict, governance, humanitarian response, and market systems development.

Working with a diverse funding base that includes the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), UK Department for International Development (DFID), United Nations (UN), European Commission (EC), European Humanitarian Aid and Civil Protection (ECHO), Global Affairs Canada (FKA DFATD), and several foundations, Mercy Corps empowers people to recover from crisis, build better lives and transform their communities for good. Mercy Corps is starting a five-year, $30 million USAID-funded Rural Resilience Activity in Nigeria’s northeast.

The purpose of the Rural Resilience Activity (RRA) is to sustainably move people out of chronic vulnerability and poverty. The Rural Resilience Activity will enable individuals and communities to engage in strong and sustainable market systems rather than continuing to rely on humanitarian assistance and faltering with each new shock.

General Position Summary

The Youth Engagement Advisor will be responsible for the technical leadership in the implementation of youth integration and engagement strategies aimed at ensuring that interventions result in positive outcomes for male and female participants of different target age groups
S/he will have overall responsibility for building team members’ and partners’ capacity to think through and use USAID’s PYD Framework and promising practices to youth in programming and impacted meaningfully.
The Advisor will ensure youth involvement in implementation and provide technical advice on youth engagement across all elements of the RRA
S/he will work closely with the MEL and research teams of the project to provide technical design and implementation strategies to link youth to informal and formal life skills training, access to services and products, and markets
The Advisor will work closely with project leadership and technical teams to ensure meaningful youth engagement and benefits from the markets and sectors that the RRA is promoting. The advisor will be the lead in building the capacity of the project team and partners through training
S/he will be a key member of the technical leadership team working closely on the design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of interventions so that needs of youth are addressed in a meaningful way.

Essential Job Responsibilities
Strategy & Vision:

Organize and conduct a youth analysis during the inception phases of RRA and serve as the lead for any RRA related youth assessments; including the analysis and interpretation of sex- and age-disaggregated data.
Develop youth integration and engagement/empowerment strategies, oversee the implementation of these strategies and adapt and improve them as needed.
Work closely with the relevant technical teams, partners and stakeholders to develop strategies for youth participation in sectors and investments that RRA is promoting.
Work closely with the M&E team on youth integration and analysis tools. Explore opportunities for youth to engage in data collection and interpretation to inform activity design and adaptation. Also, work with the M&E team to ensure sex- and age-disaggregated data is collected and analyzed. Make recommendations based on assessment findings and regular monitoring to inform program strategies to better meet the needs of young male and female.

Program Management:

Ensure meaningful youth involvement and provide technical advice on youth engagement across the Rural Resilience Activity
Work with RRA technical teams to ensure mechanisms and platforms are in place to effectively reach and impact youth though business and life skills training and mentorship, capacity building and increased participation in markets.
Undertake youth-led market research to inform program design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation.
Work with technical teams including financial services and market systems development to identify the private sector actors to promote, advocate and build capacity on the benefits of engaging youth as clients, suppliers and employees, and effective methods of doing this.
Work closely with markets and financial services teams to identify and promote sectors, services and products that have a high potential for growth and youth engagement.
Support the RRA research and MEL components to add to the body of knowledge on viable models that support resilient features for youth and secure employment and self-employment.

Team Management:

Assist team members with information, tools and resources to improve performance & reach objectives. Provide direct and ongoing supervision and managerial support to Youth Officers
Promote accountability, communicate expectations and provide constructive feedback informally and formally via regular one on ones and performance reviews.
Create and sustain a work environment of mutual respect where team members strive to achieve excellence.
Build the capacity of the RRA team and partner organizations’ in youth-friendly market systems development approach.

Influence & Representation:

Represent Mercy Corps at government, donor, NGO and other relevant events, in close coordination with the Chief of Party and country leadership.
Coordinate activities with consortium partners, sub-grantees, private sector partners, local government and other implementers, as well as with other Mercy Corps programs.
Represent Mercy Corps externally at relevant conferences, workshops and other convenings.

Security:

Work closely with the country team’s security focal point to develop and maintain systems that promote the safety and security of all team members.
Ensure that programs are designed and implemented with a clear analysis and understanding of security.

Organizational Learning:

As part of our commitment to organizational learning and in support of our understanding that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities they serve, we expect all team members to commit 5% of their time to learning activities that benefit Mercy Corps as well as themselves.

Accountability to Beneficiaries

Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.
Team members are expected to conduct themselves professionally and respect local laws, customs and MC's policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues
Supervisory Responsibility
Supervises: Youth Officers (3).

Accountability:

Reports Directly To: Deputy Chief of Party
Works Directly With: Chief of Party, Program technical specialists, MEL Manager, Country Program Development and Quality Director, and Country MEL Manager

Knowledge and Experience

B.A required and Master's Degree preferred in a related field.
5+ years working in designing and delivering youth engagement activities in markets systems, agribusiness and enterprise development
Ability to foster commitment and build capacity among project team and partners around gender and youth development
A clear understanding of contemporary development issues particularly those related to economic opportunities for youth
Sound knowledge of personal development issues related to youth
Excellent organizational, written and verbal communication skills
Experience of working in consortium multiple organizational partnerships
Experience with Monitoring and Evaluation systems and research
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Spoken and written proficiency in English;
Ability to facilitate meetings, effective presenter and open collaborator.

Success Factors:

The ideal candidate will be results orientated, self-motivated and have demonstrated analytical skills
The ideal candidate will be familiar with market-based agricultural programs targeting youth and will demonstrate cultural knowledge and sensitivity, while also demonstrating skills and ability to provide incentives and capacities for market actors working with youth and offer technical assistance on youth engagement across project partners
The advisor must take a lead role in building and maintaining external relationships as well as demonstrating the drive and initiative to contribute to internal team efforts.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover Letters in one document, addressing the position requirements, reference number and location to: ng-recruitment.nigeria@mercycorps.org

Note

All applications must include the position title and reference number in the subject line
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview
We are an equal employment opportunity organization so women are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

Financial Services Officer at Mercy Corps Nigeria (Adamawa, Yobe and Borno)

noreply@blogger.com (Naijalabel) — Mon, 30 Dec 2019 06:10:00 +0000

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Financial Services Officer

Reference Number: ABV/PRO/2019/0043
Location: Northeastern (Adamawa, Biu, Yola, Gombe) Nigeria
Position Status Full-time, Exempt, Regular

Program / Department Summary

Nigeria is the most populous country in Africa, and its influence spreads across the continent. Yet, inequality and insecurity have consistently undermined Nigeria's development. Mercy Corps Nigeria was established in 2012 to respond to these challenges.
The Nigeria team is headquartered in Abuja, in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), with offices throughout Nigeria. With a strong and growing team of over 200 staff, Mercy Corps is currently serving over 600,000 beneficiaries across the country with programming in Lagos in the South; Kaduna, Benue, Nasarawa and Plateau in the Middle Belt; Kano, Yobe and Borno in the North. Programs include girls’ education and financial inclusion, community peacebuilding, market-based livelihoods and a multi-sector humanitarian response that has a strong emphasis on WASH, Shelter, Cash and Protection.
With the vision of a Nigeria in which all people are empowered, engaged, resilient and secure, Mercy Corps Nigeria focuses on the root causes of conflict, governance, humanitarian response, and market systems development.
Working with a diverse funding base that includes the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), UK Department for International Development (DFID), United Nations (UN), European Commission (EC), European Humanitarian Aid and Civil Protection (ECHO), Global Affairs Canada (FKA DFATD), and several foundations, Mercy Corps empowers people to recover from crisis, build better lives and transform their communities for good.
Mercy Corps is starting a five-year, $30 million USAID-funded Rural Resilience Activity in Nigeria’s northeast. The purpose of the Rural Resilience Activity is to sustainably move people out of chronic vulnerability and poverty. The Rural Resilience activity will enable individuals and communities to engage in strong and sustainable market systems rather than continuing to rely on humanitarian assistance and faltering with each new shock.

General Position Summary

The Financial Services Officer will be responsible for the implementation of all activities related to increasing access to financial services under the Rural Resilience activity.
S/he will support in defining implementation strategies in coordination with the Financial Services Specialist and other sector-specific leadership teams for context-specific approaches to increase access to formal and informal finance and financial services, particularly for marginalized groups.
The position will support the training of staff, the provision of technical assistance; and ensuring that common strategies and approaches are applied consistently in all communities.
S/he will coordinate closely with the M&E team to ensure that systems are in place to track, analyze and report results.
The selected candidate will keep abreast of the latest research and evolutions in the field of financial services and integrate new ideas and approaches as appropriate, seek additional technical assistance as needed and ensure effective working relationships with collaborating agencies.

Essential Job Responsibilities
Program Management:

Support the implementation of teamwork plans and the successful implementation of financial services activities, ensuring timely implementation of work plan activities and identification of target groups within the approved budget, and the achievement of program deliverables for the desired impact.
Support in the provision of technical guidance on increasing access to financial services and ensure that interventions are responsive to stakeholders and consistent with Mercy Corps’ relevant program guidelines, principles, values, quality standards and strategic plan. Support the Financial Services Specialist to ensure that interventions are evidence-based and adhere to adaptive management principles.
Collaborate closely with the Financial Services Specialist and Investment Fund Manager by contributing to decisions around the use of the Grant Facility aspect of the program to catalyze new investment in viable economic opportunities (market systems, livelihoods, agribusiness, and employment) through grants that stimulate, rather than distort market development and avoid exacerbating conflict dynamics.
Support the conduct and/or update of assessments to map existing financial services, involving direct stakeholders as well as public and private sector actors working within the target areas.
Support the integration of community approaches, gender sensitivity and capacity building into all activities as appropriate while ensuring that all interventions adhere to Mercy Corps’ Gender Policy, Do No Harm principles, and beneficiary accountability standards.
Support the management of relationships and coordination with local implementing partners.
Actively support planning meetings and workshops with government, NGO, private sector, and community partners to revise plans and promote partner acceptance/buy-in.
In coordination with the MEL team, support the implementation of monitoring activities through regular field visits and assessments to ensure program quality and impact, actively supporting the documentation of approaches, successes and lessons learned.
Coordinate with procurement, logistics, security, administration and human resources teams to ensure operational systems support field activities.
Other duties as assigned.
Represent Mercy Corps at government, donor, NGO and other relevant events, in close coordination with the Financial Services Specialists and program leadership.
Support in the coordination of activities with consortium partners, sub-grantees, local government and other implementers, as well as with other Mercy Corps programs.

Security:

Ensure compliance with security procedures and policies as determined by country and program leadership.
Proactively ensure that team members operate in a secure environment and are aware of policies.
Conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Mercy Corps and not jeopardize its mission.

Organizational Learning:

As part of our commitment to organizational learning and in support of our understanding that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities they serve, we expect all team members to commit 5% of their time to learning activities that benefit Mercy Corps as well as themselves.

Accountability to Beneficiaries:

Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.
Team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and MC's policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues.

Supervisory Responsibility:

None, exact positions to be determined

Accountability:

Reports Directly To: Financial Services Specialist
Works Directly With: Program Leadership, Technical Advisors, Finance and Operations teams, Partner Organizations

Knowledge and Experience

Bachelor's degree or higher in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration or related fields
Minimum of (3) years of demonstrated experience with USG or other similar development projects focused on financial services, including credit, savings, insurance, payment systems, and remittance services, preferably with an understanding of the formal and informal financial services context in Nigeria;
Spoken and written proficiency in English and Hausa;
Demonstrated ability to work and coordinate effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders, including government, donors, cooperatives, community-based organizations, and the private sector; and
Expertise in promoting financial services for the poor, including savings, credit, insurance, e-payments, and new product development tailored to the needs of vulnerable populations.
Experience with supporting assessments, monitoring and evaluation and other learning efforts required.
Ability to work independently
Demonstrated strengths in analytical skills and report writing
Strong interpersonal, intercultural and communication skills
Excellent oral, written and computer skills

Success Factors:

The successful Financial Services Officer will combine exceptional management skills and capacity to manage relationships with different stakeholders.
The position requires an ability to think creatively about improving opportunities for access to financial services to promote sustainable livelihoods.
S/he will have the capacity to spark innovative and entrepreneurial approaches to programming and to inspire groups to collaborate closely to implement high-quality programs.
S/he will be committed to long-term program sustainability and the delivery of high-impact activities at the community level.
The most successful Mercy Corps staff members have a strong commitment to teamwork and accountability, thrive in evolving and changing environments and make effective written and verbal communication a priority.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should their CV and Cover Letters in one document, addressing the position requirements, reference number and location to: ng-recruitment.nigeria@mercycorps.org

Note

All applications must include the position title and reference number in the subject line
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview
We are an equal employment opportunity organization so women are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

Resilience Advisor at Mercy Corps Nigeria

noreply@blogger.com (Naijalabel) — Mon, 30 Dec 2019 06:07:00 +0000

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Resilience Advisor

Reference Number: ABV/PRO/2019/0046
Location: Yola, Adamawa
Position Status: Full-time, Exempt, Regular

Program / Department Summary

Nigeria is the most populous country in Africa, and its influence spreads across the continent. Yet, inequality and insecurity have consistently undermined Nigeria's development. Mercy Corps Nigeria was established in 2012 to respond to these challenges. The Nigeria team is headquartered in Abuja, in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), with offices throughout Nigeria. With a strong and growing team of over 200 staff, Mercy Corps is currently serving over 600,000 beneficiaries across the country with programming in Lagos in the South; Kaduna, Benue, Nasarawa and Plateau in the Middle Belt; Kano, Yobe and Borno in the North.
Programs include girls’ education and financial inclusion, community peacebuilding, market-based livelihoods and a multi-sector humanitarian response that has a strong emphasis on WASH, Shelter, Cash and Protection. With the vision of a Nigeria in which all people are empowered, engaged, resilient and secure, Mercy Corps Nigeria focuses on the root causes of conflict, governance, humanitarian response, and market systems development.
Working with a diverse funding base that includes the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), UK Department for International Development (DFID), United Nations (UN), European Commission (EC), European Humanitarian Aid and Civil Protection (ECHO), Global Affairs Canada (FKA DFATD), and several foundations, Mercy Corps empowers people to recover from crisis, build better lives and transform their communities for good. Mercy Corps is starting a five-year, $30 million USAID-funded Rural Resilience Activity in Nigeria’s northeast. The purpose of the Rural Resilience Activity is to sustainably move people out of chronic vulnerability and poverty. The Rural Resilience Activity (RRA) will enable individuals and communities to engage in strong and sustainable market systems rather than continuing to rely on humanitarian assistance and faltering with each new shock.

General Position Summary

The Resilience Advisor will be responsible for the technical leadership and guidance on integration of resilience approach across the RRA. S/he will partner closely with technical advisors and program leadership to ensure resilience-thinking supports design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation processes within and across interventions and supports greater impact.
In addition to strengthening technical approaches in resilience, working closely with the CLA Advisor, s/he will be responsible for guiding teams and capturing program successes, failures, and lessons learned and facilitating adaptive management and reflective processes to ensure learning improves programming. S/he will be the technical lead to ensure integration of climate-smart activities and conflict sensitivity across sectors and markets that the RRA is targeting.
The position will coordinate closely with the M&E team to ensure that systems are in place to track, analyze and report results. The selected candidate will play a key role in the research activities of the project and keep abreast of the latest research and evolutions.
Working closely with the CLA Advisor s/he will be the point person to lead coordination, collaboration and learning platforms and establish a productive working relationship with other implementers in North-East Nigeria.

Essential Job Responsibilities
Technical Leadership:

Work closely with project leadership and technical team to set capacity-building priorities to ensure integration of resilience approaches into program design, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and learning.
Facilitate processes with team members that allow for the integration of resilience approaches to improve sector-based and cross-sectoral programming, and get to impact
Adapt and develop context and program-specific guidance, tools and training to advance the integration of resilience-thinking and action into program systems
Coordinate and deliver training workshops and sharing/designing tools and resources that facilitate team capacity-building in resilience.
Provide technical support and mentoring to technical and sector leads and team members in ensuring high-quality, impactful implementation in resilience, documentation of lessons and taking initiatives to scale.
Ensure technical compliance with USAID rules and regulations, and adherence to grant agreement
Ensure quality implementation of Resilience intervention strategies using adaptive management approaches to inform and improve the program.

Program quality learning and communication:

Work with MEL and implementing teams embrace the use of a resilience monitoring system, to track resilience outcomes and document lessons learned.
Work with teams to set and oversee the delivery of research and learning priorities in resilience including measuring resilience at the systems level
Identify opportunities that can demonstrate evidence and deliver compelling messages on what works best for resilience and NRM.
Oversee support systems and structures that actively cultivate learning and exchange on resilience approaches team members and partner agencies; serve as technical lead on resilience across partner agencies
Coordinate the development of high-quality learning products, program briefs and thought pieces articulating and sharing evidence and proxy indicators of success for building resilience
In coordination with the MEL team, monitor the implementation of activities through regular field visits and assessments to ensure program quality and impact. Document approaches, successes and lessons learned.
Coordinate with the CLA Advisor to organize program review and reflection processes to capture learning its use in programming

Influence & Representation:

Represent Mercy Corps at government, donor, NGO and other relevant events, in close coordination with the Chief of Party and country leadership.
Coordinate activities with the consortium and strategic partners, local government and private sector partners and other implementers, as well as with other Mercy Corps programs.

Security:

Work closely with the country team’s security focal point to develop and maintain systems that promote the safety and security of all team members.
Ensure that programs are designed and implemented with a clear analysis and understanding of security.

Organizational Learning:

As part of our commitment to organizational learning and in support of our understanding that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities they serve, we expect all team members to commit 5% of their time to learning activities that benefit Mercy Corps as well as themselves.

Accountability to Beneficiaries:

Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.
Team members are expected to conduct themselves professionally and respect local laws, customs and MC's policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues.

Supervisory Responsibility:

None.

Accountability:

Reports Directly To: Deputy Chief of Party
Works Directly With: Chief of Party, MEL Team, Markets and Livelihoods Specialist, Program Team, Technical Advisors, finance and operations teams, HQ Regional Program Team, HQ Technical Support Unit, Partner Organizations

Knowledge and Experience

MA/S or equivalent experience in Agriculture, Environmental Management, Social Science, Governance or other relevant field required.
Minimum five years of relevant technical experience and experience in program management, design, monitoring and evaluation, with proven ability to coordinate and manage diverse, complex initiatives.
Thorough understanding of resilience thinking and systems approaches to development, natural resource management and conflict sensitivity approaches is required. Good understanding of food security, youth, urbanization, market systems development, and environmental programs is preferred.
Demonstrated ability to design and facilitate processes to use research and M&E to improve program learning and adaptive management.
Strong representation, networking and facilitation skills. Proven ability to synthesize and communicate complex subjects/topics effectively to multi-stakeholder groups.
Effective verbal and written communication, multi-tasking, organizational, and prioritization skills.
Demonstrated ability to transfer knowledge to diverse audiences through training, mentoring, and other formal and non-formal methods.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with a diverse, geographically spread team.

Success Factors:

The successful Resilience Advisor will be an intrepid relationship manager skilled at working across teams to achieve results.
S/he will be conscientious, with an excellent sense of judgment and commitment to integrity. S/he will demonstrate effective verbal and written communication, multi-tasking, organizational, and prioritization skills.
Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines, and work independently and cooperatively with team members is required.
The successful Advisor will have a sincere interest to see big-picture trends through various systems lenses and roll up his/her sleeves to put theory into practice in fieldwork.
Finally, s/he will have an ability to train and facilitate dialogue among a diverse group of individuals with various skill sets and working styles through innovative capacity building and facilitative techniques.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter in one document, addressing the position requirements to: ng-recruitment.nigeria@mercycorps.org

Note

All applications must include the position title and reference number in the subject line.
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.
We are an equal employment opportunity organization, so women are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

Technology for Development (T4D) Advisor at Mercy Corps Nigeria

noreply@blogger.com (Naijalabel) — Mon, 30 Dec 2019 06:03:00 +0000

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Technology for Development (T4D) Advisor

Reference Number: ABV/PRO/2019/0041
Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Position Status Full-time, Regular

Program / Department Summary

Nigeria is the most populous country in Africa, and its influence spreads across the continent. Yet, inequality and insecurity have consistently undermined Nigeria's development. Mercy Corps Nigeria was established in 2012 to respond to these challenges.
The Nigeria team is headquartered in Abuja, in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), with offices throughout Nigeria. With a strong and growing team of over 200 staff, Mercy Corps is currently serving over 600,000 beneficiaries across the country with programming in Lagos in the South; Kaduna, Benue, Nasarawa and Plateau in the Middle Belt; Kano, Yobe and Borno in the North.
Programs include girls’ education and financial inclusion, community peacebuilding, market-based livelihoods and a multi-sector humanitarian response that has a strong emphasis on WASH, Shelter, Cash and Protection. With the vision of a Nigeria in which all people are empowered, engaged, resilient and secure, Mercy Corps Nigeria focuses on the root causes of conflict, governance, humanitarian response, and market systems development.
Working with a diverse funding base that includes the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), UK Department for International Development (DFID), United Nations (UN), European Commission (EC), European Humanitarian Aid and Civil Protection (ECHO), Global Affairs Canada (FKA DFATD), and several foundations, Mercy Corps empowers people to recover from crisis, build better lives and transform their communities for good.
Mercy Corps is starting a five-year, $30 million USAID-funded Rural Resilience Activity in Nigeria’s northeast. The purpose of the Rural Resilience Activity (RRA) is to sustainably move people out of chronic vulnerability and poverty. The Rural Resilience Activity will enable individuals and communities to engage in strong and sustainable market systems rather than continuing to rely on humanitarian assistance and faltering with each new shock.

General Position Summary

The T4D (Technology for Development) Advisor will be responsible for the technical leadership, expert support, and capacity building aspects of the technology of the Rural Resilience Activity and team.
S/he will closely work with the (Deputy) Chief of Party and program leadership team to in developing and implementing strategies for the use of technology in project activities, management systems, and monitoring evaluation and learning.
The T4D advisor is an advocate and conduit for the adoption and use of digital technology within the program.
The advisor is responsible for leading the way in digital inclusion and building capacities of teams to have full engagement in pursuing tech-based services to project participants including but not limited to financial services, agricultural advisory services, market linkages etc.
S/he will be an innovative outside the box thinker in championing technology in the project where every team member and project participant is an ‘applied technologist’, comfortable experimenting with and using ICTs in their program work. Ultimately, the role will drive Rural Resilience Activity’s work to maximize the use of digital technology for greater impact.
The advisor ensures the tech proposed mechanism is fit for purpose, runs smoothly, and promotes staff awareness and engagement.
S/he will be responsible in the design of project interventions, partnership development, representation of the project and Mercy Corps in key technology forums and events, and staying current on industry innovation and best practices.

Essential Job Responsibilities
Strategy & Vision:

Provide technology-related advice and guidance to the RRA Activity team in the development and execution of project activities.
Develop and maintain an understanding technology requirements and opportunities that can be adapted/contextualized for application across interventions under the RRA, and support (Deputy) CoP and other technical areas within the program in relation to these requirements and opportunities"
Lead in developing an ICT4D strategy of the RRA.
Advise project management on current and leading technology and the potential benefits.
Assist in, or lead the design of, new technology applications and their associated models for sustainability and scalability where possible.

Program Management:

Work closely with thematic area leads including financial services, market systems, youth, resilience, and MEL to ensure the use of the right technologies for greater impact.
Ensure that program implementation is responsive to communities and partners and consistent with Program Management at Mercy Corps (PM@MC) and other relevant principles, values, quality standards and strategy.
Take leadership in identifying and addressing program quality needs. Collaborate with theme leads and program leadership to solve problems.
Co-design and co-implement technical solutions with RRA teams
Working with program leadership and field teams to design and implement advanced and innovative technological solutions to key problems.
Manage and/or coordinate with local implementing partners.
Coordinate with procurement, logistics, security, administration and human resources teams to ensure operational systems support field activities.
Lead relevant T4D related communications with key program stakeholders and implementing partners, and work to drive strong, open and sustained communication channels throughout the function"

Team Management:

Assist team members with information, tools and resources to improve performance & reach objectives.
Promote accountability, communicate expectations and provide constructive feedback informally and formally via regular one on ones and performance reviews.
Create and sustain a work environment of mutual respect where team members strive to achieve excellence.

Finance & Compliance Management:

Ensure compliance with donor and Mercy Corps regulations.
leading any technology-related procurement processes with service Integrators, service providers, and/or technology partner
Draft and/or review scope of work to hire and manage any technical consultants, including review for technical efficacy and contract budget.
Maintain accurate knowledge of the grant/funding status at the end of each month, making recommendations to adjust as necessary, but overall ensure Mercy Corps accurate budget compliance.

Influence & Representation:

Represent Mercy Corps at government, donor, NGO and other relevant events, in close coordination with the Chief of Party and country leadership.
Coordinate activities with consortium partners, sub-grantees, private sector partners, tech service providers, local government and other implementers, as well as with other Mercy Corps programs.
Represent Mercy Corps externally at relevant conferences, workshops and other convenings.
Develop strategic technology partnerships, bring external ICT4D resources and innovations into the project.
Influencing, negotiating, providing technical information to a non-technical audience

Security:

Work closely with the country team’s security focal point to develop and maintain systems that promote the safety and security of all team members.
Ensure that programs are designed and implemented with a clear analysis and understanding of security.

Organizational Learning:

As part of our commitment to organizational learning and in support of our understanding that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities they serve, we expect all team members to commit 5% of their time to learning activities that benefit Mercy Corps as well as themselves.

Accountability to Beneficiaries

Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.
Team members are expected to conduct themselves professionally and respect local laws, customs and MC's policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues.

Supervisory Responsibility:

None

Accountability:

Reports Directly To: Chief of Party
Works Directly With: Deputy Chief of Party, Program technical specialists, MEL Manager, Country Program Development and Quality Director, Country MEL Manager, IT team, Global T4D team

Knowledge and Experience

BA required and Master’s Degree preferred in a related field.
5+ years working in development or related field OR 4+ years’ experience were combined with an advanced degree.
3+ years’ experience in technology, project management, and related business; increasing levels of responsibilities preferred.
Experience developing nascent technology concepts and moving them into implementation.
Knowledge of user experience design methodologies would be advantageous but not essential.
Experience in program measurement, fluency in GIS systems, analysis and recommendations/arguments.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Spoken and written proficiency in English;
Ability to facilitate meetings, effective presenter and open collaborator.

Success Factors

The ideal candidate will be able to recognize promising concepts and lead their development into full-fledged technology implementations at scale. The advisor must take a lead role in building and maintaining external relationships as well as demonstrating the drive and initiative to contribute to internal team efforts.
S/he will have the capacity to spark innovative and entrepreneurial approaches to programming and to inspire groups to collaborate closely to implement high-quality programs.
Multi-tasking, prioritizing, problem-solving and simultaneous attention to detail and strategic vision are essential. The most successful Mercy Corps staff members have a strong commitment to teamwork and accountability, thrive in evolving and changing environments and make effective written and verbal communication a priority.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Note

All applications must include the position title and reference number in the subject line
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview.
We are an equal employment opportunity organization so women are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

Youth Engagement Officer at Mercy Corps Nigeria - Gombe, Yobe & Borno

noreply@blogger.com (Naijalabel) — Mon, 30 Dec 2019 06:01:00 +0000

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Youth Engagement Officer

Reference Number: ABV/PRO/2019/0042
Locations: Gombe, Damaturu-Yobe & Biu - Borno
Position: Status Full-time, Regular

Program / Department Summary

Nigeria is the most populous country in Africa, and its influence spreads across the continent. Yet, inequality and insecurity have consistently undermined Nigeria's development. Mercy Corps Nigeria was established in 2012 to respond to these challenges. The Nigeria team is headquartered in Abuja, in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), with offices throughout Nigeria. With a strong and growing team of over 200 staff, Mercy Corps is currently serving over 600,000 beneficiaries across the country with programming in Lagos in the South; Kaduna, Benue, Nasarawa and Plateau in the Middle Belt; Kano, Yobe and Borno in the North. Programs include girls’ education and financial inclusion, community peacebuilding, market-based livelihoods and a multi-sector humanitarian response that has a strong emphasis on WASH, Shelter, Cash and Protection. With the vision of a Nigeria in which all people are empowered, engaged, resilient and secure, Mercy Corps Nigeria focuses on the root causes of conflict, governance, humanitarian response, and market systems development.
Working with a diverse funding base that includes the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), UK Department for International Development (DFID), United Nations (UN), European Commission (EC), European Humanitarian Aid and Civil Protection (ECHO), Global Affairs Canada (FKA DFATD), and several foundations, Mercy Corps empowers people to recover from crisis, build better lives and transform their communities for good. Mercy Corps is starting a five-year, $30 million USAID-funded Rural Resilience Activity in Nigeria’s northeast. The purpose of the Rural Resilience Activity (RRA) is to sustainably move people out of chronic vulnerability and poverty. The Rural Resilience Activity will enable individuals and communities to engage in strong and sustainable market systems rather than continuing to rely on humanitarian assistance and faltering with each new shock.

General Position Summary

The Youth Engagement Officer will be responsible for implementing all aspects of youth integration and engagement strategies aimed at ensuring that interventions result in positive outcomes for male and female participants of different target age groups.
S/he will have overall responsibility for building team members’ and partners’ capacity on promising practices to youth-centred.
S/he will provide field and office-based support to the Youth Engagement Advisor.
S/he will work closely with the technical teams in the implementation of strategies to link youth to informal and formal life skills training, access to services and products, and markets.
The position will support the training of staff, the provision of technical assistance; and ensuring that youth engagement strategies are mainstreamed across activities.

Essential Job Responsibilities

Lead the implementation of youth engagement interventions across sectors of the Rural Resilience Activity
Lead and work with the technical team in the implementation of youth engagement strategies focusing on business and life skills training and mentorship, capacity building and increased participation in markets.
Participate in youth-led market research to inform program design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation.
Work with technical teams including financial services and market systems development to identify the private sector actors to promote, advocate and build capacity on the benefits of engaging youth as clients, suppliers and employees, and effective methods of doing this.
Work closely with markets and financial services teams to identify and promote sectors, services and products that have a high potential for growth and youth engagement.
Assist team members with information, tools and resources to improve performance & reach objectives.
Create and sustain a work environment of mutual respect where team members strive to achieve excellence.
Build the capacity of the RRA team and partner organizations’ in youth-friendly market systems development approach.
Represent Mercy Corps at government, donor, NGO and other relevant events, in close coordination with the Chief of Party and country leadership.
Coordinate activities with consortium partners, sub-grantees, private sector partners, local government and other implementers, as well as with other Mercy Corps programs.
Represent Mercy Corps externally at relevant conferences, workshops and other convenings.

Security:

Work closely with the country team’s security focal point to develop and maintain systems that promote the safety and security of all team members.
Ensure that programs are designed and implemented with a clear analysis and understanding of security.

Organizational Learning:

As part of our commitment to organizational learning and in support of our understanding that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities they serve, we expect all team members to commit 5% of their time to learning activities that benefit Mercy Corps as well as themselves.

Accountability to Beneficiaries:

Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.
Team members are expected to conduct themselves professionally and respect local laws, customs and MC's policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues.

Supervisory Responsibility:

Supervises: none
Reports Directly To: Youth Engagement Advisor
Works Directly With: (Deputy) Chief of Party, Program technical specialists/Officers, MEL team, partners, finance and operations teams

Knowledge and Experience

BA required and Master’s Degree preferred in a related field.
3+ years working in designing and delivering youth engagement activities in markets systems, agribusiness and enterprise development
Ability to foster commitment and build capacity among project team and partners around gender and youth development.
A clear understanding of contemporary development issues particularly those related to economic opportunities for youth
Excellent organizational, written and verbal communication skills
Spoken and written proficiency in English;
Ability to facilitate meetings, effective presenter and open collaborator.

Success Factors:

The ideal candidate will be results orientated, self-motivated and have demonstrated analytical skills.
The ideal candidate will be familiar with market-based agricultural programs targeting youth and will demonstrate cultural knowledge and sensitivity, while also demonstrating skills and ability to provide incentives and capacities for market actors working with youth and offer technical assistance on youth engagement across project partners.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter in one document, addressing the position requirements to: ng-recruitment.nigeria@mercycorps.org

Note

All applications must include the position title and reference number in the subject line.
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview.
We are an equal employment opportunity organization, so women are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

Catholic Relief Services (CRS) Job Recruitment (12 Positions)

noreply@blogger.com (Naijalabel) — Sun, 29 Dec 2019 18:12:00 +0000

NGO Jobs in Nigeria 2020, Catholic Relief Services (CRS) is an international non-governmental organization supporting relief and development work in over 99 countries around the world. CRS programs assist persons on the basis of need, regardless of creed, ethnicity or nationality. CRS works through local church and nonchurch partners to implement its programs, therefore, strengthening and building the capacity of these partner organizations is fundamental to programs in every country in which CRS operates. CRS has worked in Nigeria for more than 25 years.

We are recruiting to fill the following positions below:

1.) Technical Specialist, MEAL

Locations: Delta, Enugu and Imo

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2.) Finance Officer

Location: Abuja

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3.) Senior Technical Specialist - Household Economic Strengthening

Location: Delta

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4.) OVC Project Lead

Location: Abuja

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5.) Project / Admin Assistant

Location: Abuja

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6.) Senior Technical Specialist, MEAL

Location: Abuja

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7.) Technical Specialist, Case Management / Referral Coordination

Locations: Delta, Enugu and Imo

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8.) Consultant, Supply Chain Management - Global Fund Malaria

Location: Abuja

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9.) Consultant - Livestock Value Chain and Market Analysis

Location: Adamawa

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10.) Travel and Fleet Assistant

Location: Borno

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11.) Logistics Officer

Location: Borno

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12.) Senior Technical Specialist - Case Management / Referral Coordination

Location: Delta

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Application Closing Date
5:00pm; 9th January, 2020.

Technical Specialist, MEAL at Catholic Relief Services (CRS) - Delta, Enugu and Imo

noreply@blogger.com (Naijalabel) — Sun, 29 Dec 2019 18:02:00 +0000

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Technical Specialist, MEAL

Job Ref Code: TSM241219
Locations: Delta, Enugu and Imo
Band: 7
Department: Programs
Reports To: Senior Technical Specialist MEAL

Job Summary

The Technical Specialist (TS) MEAL OVC will support 4GATES objectives and strategies to strengthen MEAL system for OVC programs at the state level
S/he will coordinate M&E activities and structure in the state through collaboration with State Ministries of Women Affairs and Social Development (SMWASD), OVC networks (AONN) and other relevant stakeholders in the development of workplans, activity calendars, towards efficient and effective overall MEAL plan implementation in the state. The position will report to the Abuja-based STS MEAL OVC.
Furthermore, the STS will provide technical support for the effective functioning of the National OVC Management Information System (NOMIS) at levels in the state (CSOs, State Ministries, 4GATES office) while also strengthening strategies to promote data management and data demand and use
In addition, s/he will ensure the mentoring, couching and capacity building of state level MEAL team to be able to report quality data using a set of OVC key performance PEPFAR MER indicators and Nigeria-specific (custom) indicators 4GATES headquarters and other relevant OVC stakeholders during the reporting cycles and whenever the need arise, and in a timely manner.

Qualifications and Skills

Bachelor's Degree in Social Science with emphasis in community-based (or OVC) Development Programme, Public Health, Statistics Or Any Development related fields.
Demonstrated skills in M&E, data management and quantitative and qualitative research methodologies.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with government and CSO/FBO partners and communities as well as transfer knowledge to diverse audiences through workshops, training and meetings using participatory methods and adult learning principles.
Proven leadership and inter-personal skills for effective team work; as well as the ability to work independently on a frequent basis, taking initiative, working under pressure, managing a variety of activities concurrently, and delivering outputs on schedule.
At least 5 years of professional experience in implementing M&E for programs related to Health, HIV, OVC, TB, agriculture or food and nutrition security programming, of which at least two year with a NGOs.
Experience in managing a broad-based database, data management applications, statistical packages and MIS including: MS Office (Excel, Access, power point), NOMIS, Power BI, STATA, SPSS.
Ability to work effectively with government and civil society partners and communities as well as transfer knowledge to diverse audiences through workshops, training and meetings using participatory methods and adult learning principles.
Ability to support partners working at a distance to achieve results against program objectives / targets.

Application Closing Date
5:00pm; 9th January, 2020.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should download the "CRS Application Form" using the link below, fill and send with a detailed Resume as one document (in a PDF Format) indicating the Position being applied for and the Job Ref Code as the subject of the application application (e.g. MEAL Director, MED211118) to: ng.recruitment_health@crs.org

Click here to Download Application Form (Drop-box)

Click Here for Job Details (Drop-box)

Equal Employer Opportunity:

“CRS is an equal –opportunity employer, does not discriminate based on race, color, religion and we are committed to gender sensitive programming and management’. etc.
Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply”

Safeguarding:

By applying to this job, I understand and acknowledge that CRS requires its staff to treat all people with dignity and respect and to actively prevent harassment, abuse, exploitation, and human trafficking. Further, I understand that if I am a successful candidate, I will be subject to a comprehensive background check, and my personal/professional references will be asked to evaluate my behaviors related to the above safeguarding-related topics.

Statement of Commitment to Protection:

‘’CRS’ recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation’’.

Finance Officer at Catholic Relief Services (CRS)

noreply@blogger.com (Naijalabel) — Sun, 29 Dec 2019 17:59:00 +0000

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Finance Officer

Job Ref Code: FNR241219
Location: Abuja
Band: 6
Department: Programs
Reports To: OVC Project Lead

Job Summary

You will help support the 4GATES management of accounting/finance systems, policies and procedures in compliance with CRS’ established accounting standards, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), donors’ rules and regulations, and legal requirements to support high-quality programs serving the poor and vulnerable
As part of an experienced finance team you will work with the OVC Program Lead and the whole finance team on daily financial activities through preparation and delivery of financial services.

Qualifications and Skills

University Degree or its equivalent in Accounting, Finance or related subject
Minimum of four years accounting experience, preferably with an international or local NGO, or a financial/banking institution.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively under pressure and to prioritize competing demands Strategic, analytical and decision-making skills.
Qualification in accounting (ACA / ACCA / CPA).
Knowledge of SunSystems financial accounting package or similar financial reporting software a plus.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Professional proficiency in English oral and written communication skills; strong demonstrated writing skills required (reports, evaluations).
Must be personable, tactful, culture sensitive, respectful, confidential and trustworthy.

Application Closing Date
5:00pm; 9th January, 2020.

Equal Employer Opportunity:

“CRS is an equal –opportunity employer, does not discriminate based on race, color, religion and we are committed to gender sensitive programming and management’. etc.
Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply”

Safeguarding:

By applying to this job, I understand and acknowledge that CRS requires its staff to treat all people with dignity and respect and to actively prevent harassment, abuse, exploitation, and human trafficking
Further, I understand that if I am a successful candidate, I will be subject to a comprehensive background check, and my personal/professional references will be asked to evaluate my behaviors related to the above safeguarding-related topics.

Statement of Commitment to Protection:

‘’CRS’ recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation’’.

Senior Technical Specialist - Household Economic Strengthening at Catholic Relief Services (CRS)

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NGO Jobs in Nigeria 2020 - Catholic Relief Services (CRS) is an international non-governmental organization supporting relief and development work in over 99 countries around the world. CRS programs assist persons on the basis of need, regardless of creed, ethnicity or nationality. CRS works through local church and nonchurch partners to implement its programs, therefore, strengthening and building the capacity of these partner organizations is fundamental to programs in every country in which CRS operates. CRS has worked in Nigeria for more than 25 years.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Technical Specialist - Household Economic Strengthening

Job Ref Code: STH241219
Location: Delta, Nigeria
Band: 8
Department: Programs
Reports To: OVC Program Lead– 4GATES Nigeria

Job Summary

Household Economic Strengthening Senior Technical Specialist will support the project’s technical team to achieve the strategic objectives of the program – focusing primarily on household economic strengthening and food security but also supporting cross-cutting themes and integration efforts across the project with other areas of OVC programming. S/he will support planning and capacity strengthening efforts while implementing operational strategies for achieving project aims, results and performance expectations through adherence to high standards of programmatic and management quality.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Minimum of 6 years of experience in household economic strengthening and/or food security with a M.Sc. in a related field.
Technical skills and experience in household economic strengthening across the economic continuum, including appropriate agricultural value-chains.
Demonstrated ability to develop training materials and train partners in key areas including savings-led microfinance, private-service provider models, and agro-enterprise.
Demonstrated experience working closely with the private and government sectors.
Demonstrated experience working with household poverty and food security assessment tools such as the household economy approach, Nigeria Progress out of Poverty Tool, Household Hunger Scale, etc.
Demonstrated ability to support partners working at a distance to achieve results against program objectives/targets.
Excellent facilitation skills using adult learning techniques.
Ability to use and train staff in participatory methodologies.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Familiarity with OVC programming and principles.

Application Closing Date
5:00pm; 9th January, 2020.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should download the "CRS Application Form" using the link below, fill and send with a detailed Resume as one document (in a PDF Format) indicating "Position" being applied for and the "Job Ref Code" as the subject of the application application to: vacancies.ne.nigeria@crs.org

Click here to Download Application Form (Drop-box)

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Equal Employer Opportunity:

“CRS is an equal –opportunity employer, does not discriminate based on race, color, religion and we are committed to gender sensitive programming and management’. etc.
Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply”

Safeguarding:

By applying to this job, I understand and acknowledge that CRS requires its staff to treat all people with dignity and respect and to actively prevent harassment, abuse, exploitation, and human trafficking. Further, I understand that if I am a successful candidate, I will be subject to a comprehensive background check, and my personal/professional references will be asked to evaluate my behaviors related to the above safeguarding-related topics.

Statement of Commitment to Protection:

‘’CRS’ recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation’’