Technical Specialist at Chemonics International

For more than 36 years, Chemonics International has partnered with USAID and other donors to promote social and economic development to achieve healthier, more productive and independent lives in more than 140 countries. Working with governments, civil society groups, communities, and businesses, we build local capacity to achieve informational and sustainable impact, alleviate poverty and create more equitable development.

The program will improve transparency and accountability in the Nigerian democratic system, by strengthening civil society’s ability to participate in key democratic reforms at the national, state, and local levels. The program goal will be achieved through strategic partnerships between civil society coalitions and organizations and critical stakeholders in Nigerian society including the media, government institutions, and the private sector,

Chemonics International seeks qualified Nigerian candidates for the anticipated USAID-funded Strengthening Advocacy and Civic Engagement Program.

Job Title:  Technical Specialist

Job Description

The position is for candidate interested for both long-term and short-term duties

Requirements

The ideal candidate should:

Be a Graduate

With at least five(5) years professional experience in : Budget advocacy and monitoring, Extractive industry governance, transparency and advocacy, public procurement monitoring, Freedom of Information Act implementation and monitoring, Media freedom and reform, Government accountability legislation, Gender advocacy, women issues, and women in government, Communications, new media, and strategic ICT solutions, Civil Society Capacity Building and Expert Trainers, Civil Society management and finance, Peace building and conflict resolution trainers, Advocacy for increased participation its democratic governance for persons living with disabilities

Application Closing Date

11th October, 2012

How To Apply

Interested candidates should send a full CV detailing all relevant professional experience and achievements, a cover letter detailing qualifications in relation to the specific position, and three professional references to:  NigeriaspecialistsChemonics@gmail.com

Note: Qualified candidates will he contacted.