Jun 25, 2014

Delta Program Officer at USAID Civil Society Project - PortHarcourt

The USAID Civil Society Project seeks to increase the capacity and engagement of civil society organizations, clusters, networks and coalitions to influence key democratic reforms at all levels of governance in Nigeria. The project is funded by the US. Agency for International Development (USAID) with support from the Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta (PIND).

The project hopes to work with six Civil Society organizations and two Business Management Organizations in issues of inclusive governance and economic growth in the Niger Delta. The five-year project is implemented by Chemonics International who seeks qualified candidates for the under-listed positions to support this work. The positions will be based in Port Harcourt.

The USAID Civil Society Project is recruiting to fill the position of:

Job Title: Delta Program Officer

Location: Port - Harcourt, Rivers

Job Description

  • Reporting to the Niger Delta Advisor, the successful candidate will support the delivery of the objectives in the Niger Delta. S/he will provide project management support. including working on the project database, providing grants management support, budget, finance and procurement assistance as well as support the development and implementation of work plans, programme development, and monitoring and evaluation. S/he will also support the identification of and technical assistance to programme grantees, assist with managing consultants and sub-contractors, also work with the wider programme team as required and directed.


Requirements
The post holder will have a minimum of a first degree (ideally a second degree) in development studies, the social sciences or a related field. S/he will possess a minimum of three (3) years experience (ideally through a US government assisted contract or mechanism) working on social development programmes with civil society with a good understanding of governance, economic growth, gender and social inclusion.
Good report writing and M&E skills are also essential.
The post holder will also have experience of USAID grants awards and management processes, budgeting, procurement, as well as being numerate, a clear communicator, with initiative and excellent team skills.

Application Closing Date
8th July, 2014

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates for both positions should forward their full CV detailing all relevant professional experience and achievements, a cover letter detailing qualifications in relation to the position, and three professional references to: recruitment@nigeriasace.org   Applicants should indicate the position being applied for on the subject matter.

Only successful applicants will be communicated with, People with Disabilities are encouraged to apply

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