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Oxfam in Nigeria is an international nonprofit organization committed to ridding the world of poverty. We have a conviction that once given the chance to do so people are well capable of building a livelihood without poverty on their own.
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Jul 26, 2014
Jul 19, 2014
Operation Manager at Chemonics International Inc
Chemonics seeks a regional program manager for an anticipated program in Nigeria funded by USAID’s Office of Transition Initiatives. The program will focus on preventing and mitigating conflict and engaging youth and communities. The regional program manager will be based in Abuja, Nigeria, with travel to other parts of the country, including northern and northeastern Nigeria as conditions allow.
Chief of Party at Chemonics International Inc
Chemonics seeks a regional program manager for an anticipated program in Nigeria funded by USAID’s Office of Transition Initiatives. The program will focus on preventing and mitigating conflict and engaging youth and communities. The regional program manager will be based in Abuja, Nigeria, with travel to other parts of the country, including northern and northeastern Nigeria as conditions allow.
Regional Program Manager at Chemonics International Inc
Chemonics seeks a regional program manager for an anticipated program in Nigeria funded by USAID’s Office of Transition Initiatives. The program will focus on preventing and mitigating conflict and engaging youth and communities. The regional program manager will be based in Abuja, Nigeria, with travel to other parts of the country, including northern and northeastern Nigeria as conditions allow.
Jul 15, 2014
Zonal Finance & Administrative Manager at Cecilia Nkemakolam Foundation
Cecilia Nkemakolam Foundation (CNF) is a growing National Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) with Special Consultative Status with United Nations (ECOSOC) since 2010. Since 2005, CNF has been working solely to Mobilize Communities and Strengthen their Systems towards effective and sustained Change in the areas of Democratic Governance, Justice, Human Rights, Economic Empowerment, Primary Health, Capacity Building & Education.
National Technical Advisor On Economic Empowerment at Cecilia Nkemakolam Foundation
Cecilia Nkemakolam Foundation (CNF) is a growing National Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) with Special Consultative Status with United Nations (ECOSOC) since 2010. Since 2005, CNF has been working solely to Mobilize Communities and Strengthen their Systems towards effective and sustained Change in the areas of Democratic Governance, Justice, Human Rights, Economic Empowerment, Primary Health, Capacity Building & Education.
National Technical Advisor on Democratic Governance, Justice & Human Rights at Cecilia Nkemakolam Foundation
Cecilia Nkemakolam Foundation (CNF) is a growing National Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) with Special Consultative Status with United Nations (ECOSOC) since 2010. Since 2005, CNF has been working solely to Mobilize Communities and Strengthen their Systems towards effective and sustained Change in the areas of Democratic Governance, Justice, Human Rights, Economic Empowerment, Primary Health, Capacity Building & Education.
National Resource Mobilization Manager at Cecilia Nkemakolam Foundation
Cecilia Nkemakolam Foundation (CNF) is a growing National Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) with Special Consultative Status with United Nations (ECOSOC) since 2010. Since 2005, CNF has been working solely to Mobilize Communities and Strengthen their Systems towards effective and sustained Change in the areas of Democratic Governance, Justice, Human Rights, Economic Empowerment, Primary Health, Capacity Building & Education.
Jul 14, 2014
Local Government Area Technical Advisor at Save The Children
Save the Children is the leading independent organization creating lasting change in the lives of children in over 120 countries around the world. Recognized for our commitment to accountability, innovation and collaboration, our work takes us into the heart of communities. where we.help children and families help themselves.
Jul 10, 2014
State Team Leader at State Accountability and Voice Initiative (SAVI)
The State Accountability and Voice Initiative (SAVI) is a DFlD funded programme, designed to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of public resource use in selected states in Nigeria. SAVI is a collective action-learning programme that promotes dynamic partnerships among key agents of change that will increase the ability of citizens to claim rights arid hold state governments accountable.
Jul 1, 2014
Monitoring and Evaluation Technical Advisor at Action Against Hunger | ACF-International
Action Against Hunger | ACF-International is an international humanitarian organization committed to saving the lives of malnourished children while providing communities with sustainable access to safe water and long-term solutions to hunger.
Oct 8, 2013
Finance & Administrative Manager at an International Organization - 7 Positions
A mission driven international organization and global leader in research, technical assistance, and program implementation across more than 40 countries worldwide in the fields of health, social / environmental policy, and international development seeks qualified candidates to complement our current teams in the expansion of activities focused on improving planning, financing and delivery of sustainable and replicable propoor health services for common health problems in northern Nigeria. The program works towards achieving better public healthcare services across the country by shifting the emphasis from curative to preventive health care, increasing training of staff introducing new incentive packages to retain doctors and nurses in the poorest areas, enhancing the speed and efficiency in which the flow of drugs are managed across all states, and the overall improvement of government planning and management
We are recruiting to fill the following positions:
Job Title: Finance and Administrative Manager
Locations: Kaduna, Kano, Jigawa, Katsina, Niger, Zamfara and Yobe
Responsibilities
Requirements
Application Closing Date
17th October, 2013
Method Of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications and CVs(detailing his/her specific qualifications and relevant skills and experiences) to: NigeriaHSS@gmail.com. The title and state of the position for which the applicant is applying must be clearly stated in the subject line of the email. If you wish to apply in more than one state, please submit separate application for each position.
We are recruiting to fill the following positions:
Job Title: Finance and Administrative Manager
Locations: Kaduna, Kano, Jigawa, Katsina, Niger, Zamfara and Yobe
Responsibilities
- Manages the administration of the programme at the state level under the direction of the State Team Leader.
- Maintains approved systems of accountability by ensuring compliance with all programme operational procedures and policies. Supervises the financial and administrative team.
- Leads the financial management of the state office, including maintenance of imprest account, accounts payable, checking accounts, travel expenses, consultant and other contracts, and payments for various transactions.
- Develops monthly financial reports and statements, and maintaining all financial records, including reconciling bank accounts! statements operated at the state level, between the state and national office to ensure that adequate funds are available for the smooth running of the office and the programme’s activities at the state level.
- Prepares activity budgets, annual budgets, cash flow and budget monitoring records, in collaboration with relevant technical staff.
- Provides periodic on the-job training to all administrative and finance officers, as required.
- Conducts frequent audits and checks on procurement, store, vehicle management and other internal systems.
- Ensures that the approved estimates or expenditure on budget items are as much as possible not exceeded, but controlled at all times.
- Coordinates all travel arrangements and other logistics needs for state level staff, consultants and visitors.
- Assists the State Team Leader to ensure the recruitment and availability of the necessary human resources in the state office at all times
- Revises personnel and human resource development policies on an ongoing basis; and ensures that all state level staff have access to, are knowledgeable of, and follow such policies.
- Manages the routine personnel performance review process, using the regular staff appraisal format.
- Provides staff with relevant opportunities for professional development that are in line with the functions of their jobs.
- Maintains meticulous and up-todate personnel records of individual staff, including leaves, assessments, salaries, and contracts.
- Ensures that all new staff are adequately inducted and oriented about personnel policies and procedures.
Requirements
- Bachelors degree (minimum) or a master’s degree (desirable), in Accounting, Business Management, or other relevant administrative field
- At least 6 years’ experience in financial; administrative, and human resources management, preferably in a health-related project funded by an international NGO, DFID or USAID
- Good financial management and administration skills; and experienced in designing financial policies and procedures,
- Experience in contracts and grants management in line with organization’s personnel policy and Nigerian labor laws
- Ability to multi-task with excellent organizational, administrative, and coordination capabilities.
- Culturally sensitive and able to work in the diverse socio-economic and complex settings of a given state
- Highly experienced in application of a variety of Accounting Software Packages
- Excellent communication skills in English and the local dialect.
- Willing and able to travel up to 30% of the time within and outside of specific state at short notice
Application Closing Date
17th October, 2013
Method Of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications and CVs(detailing his/her specific qualifications and relevant skills and experiences) to: NigeriaHSS@gmail.com. The title and state of the position for which the applicant is applying must be clearly stated in the subject line of the email. If you wish to apply in more than one state, please submit separate application for each position.
Sep 19, 2013
Stakeholder Democracy Network (SDN) Nigeria Recruits Project Officer
Stakeholder Democracy Network (SDN) Nigeria Recruits Project Officer
Stakeholder Democracy Network is an International non-governmental organization that helps facilitate community development from a right- based perspective. SDN is currently working in the Niger Delta where it is trying to help the communities affected by the oil exploitation to challenge the resource curse. SDN has identified seven spotlight issues that represent significant long held grievances and acute problems. They are: Oil Spills, Gas Flaring, Energy Justice, Democratisation, Responsive Governance, Women's Rights and Urban Justice.
SDN is currently advertising for the following position to work on an 18 month project aimed at reducing mass violence within the Niger Delta. All successful candidates will be based in our Nigerian Office, Port Harcourt, Rivers State.
SDN is recruiting to fill the position of:
Job Position: Project Officer
Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers State
Description
Remuneration
Commensurate with experience and education.
Application Closing Date
23rd September, 2013
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send brief covering letter and curriculum vitae to Daniel Bob- Manuel Admin Officer, SDN at: daniel@stakeholderdemocracy.org with a copy to the email: florence@stakeholderdemocracy.org using the position applied for as the subject line of the mail.
Note:
Your application will be acknowledged but only shortlisted candidates will receive further correspondence.
For further information on SDN, visit www.stakeholderdemocracy.org and www.stand.stakeholderdemocracy.org
Stakeholder Democracy Network is an International non-governmental organization that helps facilitate community development from a right- based perspective. SDN is currently working in the Niger Delta where it is trying to help the communities affected by the oil exploitation to challenge the resource curse. SDN has identified seven spotlight issues that represent significant long held grievances and acute problems. They are: Oil Spills, Gas Flaring, Energy Justice, Democratisation, Responsive Governance, Women's Rights and Urban Justice.
SDN is currently advertising for the following position to work on an 18 month project aimed at reducing mass violence within the Niger Delta. All successful candidates will be based in our Nigerian Office, Port Harcourt, Rivers State.
SDN is recruiting to fill the position of:
Job Position: Project Officer
Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers State
Description
- The Project Officer will support the Program Manager in the implementation of specific activities under the conflict related project.
- Requirements Candidates will be selected based on proven experience and capacity with evidence of the following or equivalent experience as follows:
- Undergraduate degree in development studies, social sciences or related field; Spoken and written fluency in English
- IT skills: word, excel and online communication skills;
- Strong oral and written communications skills;
- Proven experience in project planning and implementation;
- At least 2-3 years' experience in development work in Niger Delta with a focus on capacity building, research and documentation, community mobilisation, advocacy on conflict issues.
Remuneration
Commensurate with experience and education.
Application Closing Date
23rd September, 2013
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send brief covering letter and curriculum vitae to Daniel Bob- Manuel Admin Officer, SDN at: daniel@stakeholderdemocracy.org with a copy to the email: florence@stakeholderdemocracy.org using the position applied for as the subject line of the mail.
Note:
Your application will be acknowledged but only shortlisted candidates will receive further correspondence.
For further information on SDN, visit www.stakeholderdemocracy.org and www.stand.stakeholderdemocracy.org
Finance Officer at Stakeholder Democracy Network (SDN) Nigeria
Finance Officer at Stakeholder Democracy Network (SDN) Nigeria
Stakeholder Democracy Network is an International non-governmental organization that helps facilitate community development from a right- based perspective. SDN is currently working in the Niger Delta where it is trying to help the communities affected by the oil exploitation to challenge the resource curse. SDN has identified seven spotlight issues that represe8nt significant long held grievances and acute problems. They are: Oil Spills, Gas Flaring, Energy Justice, Democratisation, Responsive Governance, Women's Rights and Urban Justice. SDN is currently advertising for the following position to work on an 18 month project aimed at reducing mass violence within the Niger Delta. All successful candidates will be based in our Nigerian Office, Port Harcourt, Rivers State.
SDN is recruiting to fill the position of:
Job Position: Finance Officer
Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers State
Core Responsibilities:
Requirements
Remuneration
Commensurate with experience and education.
Application Closing Date
23rd September, 2013
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send brief covering letter and curriculum vitae to Daniel Bob- Manuel Admin Officer, SDN at: daniel@stakeholderdemocracy.org with a copy to the email: florence@stakeholderdemocracy.org using the position applied for as the subject line of the mail.
Note:
Your application will be acknowledged but only shortlisted candidates will receive further correspondence.
For further information on SDN, visit www.stakeholderdemocracy.org and www.stand.stakeholderdemocracy.org
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Stakeholder Democracy Network is an International non-governmental organization that helps facilitate community development from a right- based perspective. SDN is currently working in the Niger Delta where it is trying to help the communities affected by the oil exploitation to challenge the resource curse. SDN has identified seven spotlight issues that represe8nt significant long held grievances and acute problems. They are: Oil Spills, Gas Flaring, Energy Justice, Democratisation, Responsive Governance, Women's Rights and Urban Justice. SDN is currently advertising for the following position to work on an 18 month project aimed at reducing mass violence within the Niger Delta. All successful candidates will be based in our Nigerian Office, Port Harcourt, Rivers State.
SDN is recruiting to fill the position of:
Job Position: Finance Officer
Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers State
Core Responsibilities:
- Ensure proper authorization and approval of all expenses according to project approved budget.
- Ensure adequate documentation of receipts, invoices and supporting documents for all advances, payments and retirements.
- Provide technical support and logistics to project implementation team and partners.
- Oversee the financial operations of the project and ensure timely and accurate financial reports and practices including cash management, payroll, financial disbursements, ledgers etc.
- Responsible for entering financial information into the accounting system and maintaining all financial records.
- Manage financial control, prepare and analyse budgets, develop financial reports, and make recommendations to the organization on budget expenditures.
- Obtain approvals from the Management and from the donor on all procurements and purchases for the project.
- Report regularly on project budget variance analysis for decision making.
- Provide orientation and training to the organization staff on cost-effective management.
- Ensure timely weekly, monthly and quarterly financial reports are completed and submitted to donors.
- Oversee the financial audits of the project.
Requirements
- Candidate should possess B.Sc or HND in Accounting, Finance and Economics.
- Conversant with the use of different accounting packages, preferably Quick Books.
- Not less than 5 years post qualification experience in the NGO sector.
- Experience with EU and USG donor financial reporting requirements is an added advantage.
- Exposure to the handling of project and counterpart fund reporting.
- Must be a team player, possess excellent communication and writing skills and should be able to show characteristics of integrity and commitment to work.
- The Finance Officer will report directly to the Admin and Finance Manager.
Remuneration
Commensurate with experience and education.
Application Closing Date
23rd September, 2013
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send brief covering letter and curriculum vitae to Daniel Bob- Manuel Admin Officer, SDN at: daniel@stakeholderdemocracy.org with a copy to the email: florence@stakeholderdemocracy.org using the position applied for as the subject line of the mail.
Note:
Your application will be acknowledged but only shortlisted candidates will receive further correspondence.
For further information on SDN, visit www.stakeholderdemocracy.org and www.stand.stakeholderdemocracy.org
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Admin/Procurement Officer at Stakeholder Democracy Network (SDN) Nigeria
Admin/Procurement Officer at Stakeholder Democracy Network (SDN) Nigeria
Stakeholder Democracy Network is an International non-governmental organization that helps facilitate community development from a right- based perspective. SDN is currently working in the Niger Delta where it is trying to help the communities affected by the oil exploitation to challenge the resource curse. SDN has identified seven spotlight issues that represe8nt significant long held grievances and acute problems. They are: Oil Spills, Gas Flaring, Energy Justice, Democratisation, Responsive Governance, Women's Rights and Urban Justice. SDN is currently advertising for the following position to work on an 18 month project aimed at reducing mass violence within the Niger Delta. All successful candidates will be based in our Nigerian Office, Port Harcourt, Rivers State.
SDN is recruiting to fill the position of:
Job Position: Admin/Procurement Officer
Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers State
Description
An Admin and Procurement Officer is required at Citizens Direct Network, (NGO) an equal opportunity employer based in Port Harcourt, Rivers State.
CDN helps communities, especially those in the global South where big businesses' impacts are greatest, to communicate and negotiate with other stakeholders whose investments and operations affects their lives, livelihoods and environment.
Key responsibilities
Requirements
Remuneration
Commensurate with experience and education.
Application Closing Date
23rd September, 2013
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send brief covering letter and curriculum vitae to Daniel Bob- Manuel Admin Officer, SDN at: daniel@stakeholderdemocracy.org with a copy to the email: florence@stakeholderdemocracy.org using the position applied for as the subject line of the mail.
Note:
Your application will be acknowledged but only shortlisted candidates will receive further correspondence.
For further information on SDN, visit www.stakeholderdemocracy.org and www.stand.stakeholderdemocracy.org
Stakeholder Democracy Network is an International non-governmental organization that helps facilitate community development from a right- based perspective. SDN is currently working in the Niger Delta where it is trying to help the communities affected by the oil exploitation to challenge the resource curse. SDN has identified seven spotlight issues that represe8nt significant long held grievances and acute problems. They are: Oil Spills, Gas Flaring, Energy Justice, Democratisation, Responsive Governance, Women's Rights and Urban Justice. SDN is currently advertising for the following position to work on an 18 month project aimed at reducing mass violence within the Niger Delta. All successful candidates will be based in our Nigerian Office, Port Harcourt, Rivers State.
SDN is recruiting to fill the position of:
Job Position: Admin/Procurement Officer
Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers State
Description
An Admin and Procurement Officer is required at Citizens Direct Network, (NGO) an equal opportunity employer based in Port Harcourt, Rivers State.
CDN helps communities, especially those in the global South where big businesses' impacts are greatest, to communicate and negotiate with other stakeholders whose investments and operations affects their lives, livelihoods and environment.
Key responsibilities
- To assist in the selection of appropriate suppliers and contractors, to promote good procurement practice with due regard to sustainability, ethical purchasing standards.
- Implement cost reduction measures in all aspects of transactions and activities.
- Lead the tactical and strategic functions of Purchasing including material planning, negotiations, vendor relationships, inventory and infrastructure to support the needs of the organization.
- Manage the daily supply chain management of goods required to meet organizational demands.
- Drive an on time delivery program that promotes high performing vendors.
- Provide updated pricing model development that accounts for both the current
- Develop systems and practices that promote extraordinary results of Purchasing that sup port efficiencies throughout the supply chain.
- Encourage development and execution of strategic cost-saving ideas. Oversee inventory control, mitigate inventory risk, review variances and identify opportunities to improve inventory accuracy.
- Administer employment agreements.
- Verify and report on benefits payments.
- Maintain the leave management system
- Prepare payroll
- Supervise administrative services within the office
- Manage the filing, storage and security of documents
- Respond to inquiries
- Manage the repair and maintenance of computer and office equipment
- Maintain insurance coverage's.
- Supervise customer services and respond to customer inquiries
- Assist with preparation of Bylaws.
- Assist With preparation and advertising of contract documents and administer contracts
- Perform other related duties as required or assigned by supervisor.
Requirements
- Candidate should possess B.Sc or HND in Public Administration, Business Administration, Management and Economics.
- Not less than 3 years post qualification experience in the NGO sector.
- Experience with US reporting. procurement standards is an added advantage.
- Must be a team player, possess excellent communication and writing skills and should be able to show characteristics of integrity and commitment to work.
- Other Essential skills needed:
- Fluency in English (written and spoken)
- Rigorous analytical skills and working with little or no supervision
- Proven writing and research skills
- A positive problem solving approach.
Remuneration
Commensurate with experience and education.
Application Closing Date
23rd September, 2013
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send brief covering letter and curriculum vitae to Daniel Bob- Manuel Admin Officer, SDN at: daniel@stakeholderdemocracy.org with a copy to the email: florence@stakeholderdemocracy.org using the position applied for as the subject line of the mail.
Note:
Your application will be acknowledged but only shortlisted candidates will receive further correspondence.
For further information on SDN, visit www.stakeholderdemocracy.org and www.stand.stakeholderdemocracy.org
Transport Officer at Stakeholder Democracy Network (SDN) Nigeria
Transport Officer at Stakeholder Democracy Network (SDN) Nigeria
Stakeholder Democracy Network is an International non-governmental organization that helps facilitate community development from a right- based perspective. SDN is currently working in the Niger Delta where it is trying to help the communities affected by the oil exploitation to challenge the resource curse. SDN has identified seven spotlight issues that represe8nt significant long held grievances and acute problems. They are: Oil Spills, Gas Flaring, Energy Justice, Democratisation, Responsive Governance, Women's Rights and Urban Justice. SDN is currently advertising for the following position to work on an 18 month project aimed at reducing mass violence within the Niger Delta. All successful candidates will be based in our Nigerian Office, Port Harcourt, Rivers State.
SDN is recruiting to fill the position of:
Job Position: Transport Officer Location:
Port Harcourt, Rivers State
Key Responsibilities
Requirements
Remuneration
Commensurate with experience and education.
Application Closing Date
23rd September, 2013
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send brief covering letter and curriculum vitae to Daniel Bob- Manuel Admin Officer, SDN at: daniel@stakeholderdemocracy.org with a copy to the email: florence@stakeholderdemocracy.org using the position applied for as the subject line of the mail.
Note:
Your application will be acknowledged but only shortlisted candidates will receive further correspondence.
For further information on SDN, visit www.stakeholderdemocracy.org and www.stand.stakeholderdemocracy.org
Stakeholder Democracy Network is an International non-governmental organization that helps facilitate community development from a right- based perspective. SDN is currently working in the Niger Delta where it is trying to help the communities affected by the oil exploitation to challenge the resource curse. SDN has identified seven spotlight issues that represe8nt significant long held grievances and acute problems. They are: Oil Spills, Gas Flaring, Energy Justice, Democratisation, Responsive Governance, Women's Rights and Urban Justice. SDN is currently advertising for the following position to work on an 18 month project aimed at reducing mass violence within the Niger Delta. All successful candidates will be based in our Nigerian Office, Port Harcourt, Rivers State.
SDN is recruiting to fill the position of:
Job Position: Transport Officer Location:
Port Harcourt, Rivers State
Key Responsibilities
- Drives an assigned route to transport individuals to and from various human services locations, office and other locations.
- Assume responsibility for care, tidiness and total maintenance of vehicle.
- Maintaining a variety of records, such as time at each stop, purpose of trip, mileage and vehicle maintenance.
- Perform other related duties as required or assigned by supervisor.
Requirements
- Candidate should possess a minimum of SSCE/GCE certificate.
- Not less than 10 years driving experience in the NGO sector.
- Must have a valid driver's license.
- Must be a team player, have the ability to read and write English language.
- Must have metal ability to handle receipts, read maps, road signs.
- Must have working knowledge of vehicle safety and control systems and should be able to show characteristics of integrity, dependability, self-control, paying attention to details, cooperation and commitment to work.
Remuneration
Commensurate with experience and education.
Application Closing Date
23rd September, 2013
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send brief covering letter and curriculum vitae to Daniel Bob- Manuel Admin Officer, SDN at: daniel@stakeholderdemocracy.org with a copy to the email: florence@stakeholderdemocracy.org using the position applied for as the subject line of the mail.
Note:
Your application will be acknowledged but only shortlisted candidates will receive further correspondence.
For further information on SDN, visit www.stakeholderdemocracy.org and www.stand.stakeholderdemocracy.org
Stakeholder Democracy Network (SDN) Nigeria Recruits Communications Officer
Stakeholder Democracy Network (SDN) Nigeria Recruits Communications Officer
Stakeholder Democracy Network is an International non-governmental organization that helps facilitate community development from a right- based perspective. SDN is currently working in the Niger Delta where it is trying to help the communities affected by the oil exploitation to challenge the resource curse. SDN has identified seven spotlight issues that represe8nt significant long held grievances and acute problems. They are: Oil Spills, Gas Flaring, Energy Justice, Democratisation, Responsive Governance, Women's Rights and Urban Justice. SDN is currently advertising for the following position to work on an 18 month project aimed at reducing mass violence within the Niger Delta. All successful candidates will be based in our Nigerian Office, Port Harcourt, Rivers State.
SDN is recruiting to fill the position of:
Job Position: Communications Officer
Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers State
Description
A solid understanding of new-media and internet technologies and social media, and experience of working with Web Content Management Systems would be essential.
A working knowledge of conventional media; radio, newspaper and television particularly in how the organization can utilise these tools to address the various issues plaguing the Niger Delta region.
Knowledge of the social, economic and political situation in the Niger Delta region.
Requirements
Remuneration
Commensurate with experience and education.
Application Closing Date
23rd September, 2013
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send brief covering letter and curriculum vitae to Daniel Bob- Manuel Admin Officer, SDN at: daniel@stakeholderdemocracy.org with a copy to the email: florence@stakeholderdemocracy.org using the position applied for as the subject line of the mail.
Note:
Your application will be acknowledged but only shortlisted candidates will receive further correspondence.
For further information on SDN, visit www.stakeholderdemocracy.org and www.stand.stakeholderdemocracy.org
Stakeholder Democracy Network is an International non-governmental organization that helps facilitate community development from a right- based perspective. SDN is currently working in the Niger Delta where it is trying to help the communities affected by the oil exploitation to challenge the resource curse. SDN has identified seven spotlight issues that represe8nt significant long held grievances and acute problems. They are: Oil Spills, Gas Flaring, Energy Justice, Democratisation, Responsive Governance, Women's Rights and Urban Justice. SDN is currently advertising for the following position to work on an 18 month project aimed at reducing mass violence within the Niger Delta. All successful candidates will be based in our Nigerian Office, Port Harcourt, Rivers State.
SDN is recruiting to fill the position of:
Job Position: Communications Officer
Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers State
Description
A solid understanding of new-media and internet technologies and social media, and experience of working with Web Content Management Systems would be essential.
A working knowledge of conventional media; radio, newspaper and television particularly in how the organization can utilise these tools to address the various issues plaguing the Niger Delta region.
Knowledge of the social, economic and political situation in the Niger Delta region.
Requirements
- The candidate should possess BA in Mass Communication, Media Studies or Journalism with at least 3 years working experience in a similar role within the NGO/civil sector.
- Previous experience in the media industry is an advantage.
- The candidate should have the following knowledge and skills.
- Proven writing skills particularly in the art of storytelling, summarizing long articles into simple digestible bits of information, publication of press releases, designing campaign messages, slogans and other types of communication material.
- Ability to conceptualize, design and implement major information campaigns.
- Proficiency in one the languages spoken within the Niger Delta.
- Knowledge of international development issues would be an advantage.
Remuneration
Commensurate with experience and education.
Application Closing Date
23rd September, 2013
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send brief covering letter and curriculum vitae to Daniel Bob- Manuel Admin Officer, SDN at: daniel@stakeholderdemocracy.org with a copy to the email: florence@stakeholderdemocracy.org using the position applied for as the subject line of the mail.
Note:
Your application will be acknowledged but only shortlisted candidates will receive further correspondence.
For further information on SDN, visit www.stakeholderdemocracy.org and www.stand.stakeholderdemocracy.org
Program Analyst at Stakeholder Democracy Network (SDN) Nigeria
Program Analyst at Stakeholder Democracy Network (SDN) Nigeria
Stakeholder Democracy Network is an International non-governmental organization that helps facilitate community development from a right- based perspective. SDN is currently working in the Niger Delta where it is trying to help the communities affected by the oil exploitation to challenge the resource curse. SDN has identified seven spotlight issues that represe8nt significant long held grievances and acute problems. They are: Oil Spills, Gas Flaring, Energy Justice, Democratisation, Responsive Governance, Women's Rights and Urban Justice. SDN is currently advertising for the following position to work on an 18 month project aimed at reducing mass violence within the Niger Delta. All successful candidates will be based in our Nigerian Office, Port Harcourt, Rivers State.
SDN is recruiting to fill the position of:
Job Position: Program Analyst
Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers State Description
The Program Manager will be an experienced professional with demonstrated skills, expertise, and knowledge in project coordination, community engagement, and monitoring and evaluation.
He/she will have substantive knowledge in conflict assessment/prevention, peace-building, governance, civil society capacity building, and/or mediation, and a familiarity with mass media as a tool for social change.
Requirements
Remuneration
Commensurate with experience and education.
Application Closing Date
23rd September, 2013
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send brief covering letter and curriculum vitae to Daniel Bob- Manuel Admin Officer, SDN at: daniel@stakeholderdemocracy.org with a copy to the email: florence@stakeholderdemocracy.org using the position applied for as the subject line of the mail.
Note:
Your application will be acknowledged but only shortlisted candidates will receive further correspondence.
For further information on SDN, visit www.stakeholderdemocracy.org and www.stand.stakeholderdemocracy.org
Stakeholder Democracy Network is an International non-governmental organization that helps facilitate community development from a right- based perspective. SDN is currently working in the Niger Delta where it is trying to help the communities affected by the oil exploitation to challenge the resource curse. SDN has identified seven spotlight issues that represe8nt significant long held grievances and acute problems. They are: Oil Spills, Gas Flaring, Energy Justice, Democratisation, Responsive Governance, Women's Rights and Urban Justice. SDN is currently advertising for the following position to work on an 18 month project aimed at reducing mass violence within the Niger Delta. All successful candidates will be based in our Nigerian Office, Port Harcourt, Rivers State.
SDN is recruiting to fill the position of:
Job Position: Program Analyst
Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers State Description
The Program Manager will be an experienced professional with demonstrated skills, expertise, and knowledge in project coordination, community engagement, and monitoring and evaluation.
He/she will have substantive knowledge in conflict assessment/prevention, peace-building, governance, civil society capacity building, and/or mediation, and a familiarity with mass media as a tool for social change.
Requirements
- The candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field such as monitoring and evaluation, international development, international relations, or conflict management.
- He/she should have a minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience, with at least 3 of those years in Nigeria, ideally the Niger Delta. Ideally, the candidate will have experience and implementing and monitoring/evaluating programs relevant to the prevention and mitigation of conflict, crisis response, or stabilization.
- In addition, the ideal candidate will have experience interacting and coordinating with Nigerian government officials, international and local NGOs, community-based organizations, and/or members of the campaign's target audience (restive youth (current and former militants, Amnesty recipients, and cultists).
- He/she must possess excellent interpersonal and communications skills in English, and with Microsoft Excel.
- Proficiency in one or more local language(s) of the Niger Delta would be an asset.
- The candidate must be willing to travel and work in the Niger Delta, with periodic trips to Lagos and other
- locations as needed.
Remuneration
Commensurate with experience and education.
Application Closing Date
23rd September, 2013
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send brief covering letter and curriculum vitae to Daniel Bob- Manuel Admin Officer, SDN at: daniel@stakeholderdemocracy.org with a copy to the email: florence@stakeholderdemocracy.org using the position applied for as the subject line of the mail.
Note:
Your application will be acknowledged but only shortlisted candidates will receive further correspondence.
For further information on SDN, visit www.stakeholderdemocracy.org and www.stand.stakeholderdemocracy.org
Program Manager at Stakeholder Democracy Network (SDN) Nigeria
Program Manager at Stakeholder Democracy Network (SDN) Nigeria
Stakeholder Democracy Network is an International non-governmental organization that helps facilitate community development from a right- based perspective. SDN is currently working in the Niger Delta where it is trying to help the communities affected by the oil exploitation to challenge the resource curse. SDN has identified seven spotlight issues that represe8nt significant long held grievances and acute problems. They are: Oil Spills, Gas Flaring, Energy Justice, Democratisation, Responsive Governance, Women's Rights and Urban Justice. SDN is currently advertising for the following position to work on an 18 month project aimed at reducing mass violence within the Niger Delta. All successful candidates will be based in our Nigerian Office, Port Harcourt, Rivers State.
SDN is recruiting to fill the position of:
Job Position: Program Manager
Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers State
Description
The Program Manager will be an experienced professional with demonstrated skills, expertise, and knowledge in project coordination, non-profit/business management, and meeting/event facilitation.
He/she will have substantive knowledge in conflict assessment/prevention, peace-building, governance, civil society capacity building, and/or mediation, and a familiarity with mass media as a tool for social change.
The candidate must be willing to travel and work in the Niger Delta, with periodic trips to Lagos and other locations as needed.
Requirements
Remuneration
Commensurate with experience and education.
Application Closing Date
23rd September, 2013
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates
should send brief covering letter and curriculum vitae to Daniel Bob- Manuel Admin Officer, SDN at: daniel@stakeholderdemocracy.org with a copy to the email: florence@stakeholderdemocracy.org using the position applied for as the subject line of the mail.
Note:
Your application will be acknowledged but only short listed candidates will receive further correspondence.
For further information on SDN, visit www.stakeholderdemocracy.org and www.stand.stakeholderdemocracy.org
Stakeholder Democracy Network is an International non-governmental organization that helps facilitate community development from a right- based perspective. SDN is currently working in the Niger Delta where it is trying to help the communities affected by the oil exploitation to challenge the resource curse. SDN has identified seven spotlight issues that represe8nt significant long held grievances and acute problems. They are: Oil Spills, Gas Flaring, Energy Justice, Democratisation, Responsive Governance, Women's Rights and Urban Justice. SDN is currently advertising for the following position to work on an 18 month project aimed at reducing mass violence within the Niger Delta. All successful candidates will be based in our Nigerian Office, Port Harcourt, Rivers State.
SDN is recruiting to fill the position of:
Job Position: Program Manager
Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers State
Description
The Program Manager will be an experienced professional with demonstrated skills, expertise, and knowledge in project coordination, non-profit/business management, and meeting/event facilitation.
He/she will have substantive knowledge in conflict assessment/prevention, peace-building, governance, civil society capacity building, and/or mediation, and a familiarity with mass media as a tool for social change.
The candidate must be willing to travel and work in the Niger Delta, with periodic trips to Lagos and other locations as needed.
Requirements
- The candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field such as business administration or non-profit management.
- He/she should have a minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience, with at least 3 of those years in Nigeria, ideally the Niger Delta.
- Ideally, the candidate will have experience designing, overseeing, and implementing programs relevant to the prevention and mitigation of conflict, crisis response, or stabilization.
- In addition, the ideal candidate will have experience interacting and coordinating with U.S. government agencies, Nigerian government officials, international and local NGOs, community-based organizations, and/or members of the campaign's target audience.
- He/she must possess excellent interpersonal and communications skills in English, with mastery of oral and written communications techniques sufficient to plan and present briefings to senior officials, community leaders, and others.
- Proficiency in one or more local language(s) of the Niger Delta would be an asset.
Remuneration
Commensurate with experience and education.
Application Closing Date
23rd September, 2013
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates
should send brief covering letter and curriculum vitae to Daniel Bob- Manuel Admin Officer, SDN at: daniel@stakeholderdemocracy.org with a copy to the email: florence@stakeholderdemocracy.org using the position applied for as the subject line of the mail.
Note:
Your application will be acknowledged but only short listed candidates will receive further correspondence.
For further information on SDN, visit www.stakeholderdemocracy.org and www.stand.stakeholderdemocracy.org
Sep 4, 2013
Africare Nigeria Recruits Project Assistant Youth Life Skills Development Project
Africare Nigeria Recruits Project Assistant Youth Life Skills Development Project
Africare, a US-based NGO established in 1970, has been working in Nigeria since 1978 and is currently operating more than 150 community-based development projects in 25 African countries. Africare has long standing experience in the design and delivery of technical, training, material and financial assistance to self-help efforts in the fields of health/HIV-AIDS, food security, natural resource management, water resource development, micro-enterprise, civil society strengthening and good governance. Health programs are important to Africare's work in virtually all countries where it operates and constitute about one-quarter of Africare’s overall development assistance effort. In Nigeria, Africare has its main office in Abuja and field offices in Port Harcourt and Asaba and Uyo and Benin, with smaller satellite offices in Bayelsa and Cross Rivers State.
Funded by the Chevron, the Malaria Control and Health Promotion in Flood Affected Populations (MCHP-FAP) Project has a goal of reducing the prevalence and mortality related to malaria in following communities; Idah, in Kogi State, Agenebode in Edo State and Koko and Ogbe-Ijaw in Delta States. The specific targets relate to use of LLITNs, ACTs, and RDT in line with the National Malaria Control Program (NMCP) targets from the NMCP National Strategic (2009-2013).
Africare Nigeria is looking to hire candidates to fill positions in Delta and Edo as two new projects commence: The Youth Life Skills Development Project will engage secondary school students in a program that leverages sports to teach literacy, health and social development skills. The program is a one year pilot with expectation for further funding.
Job Title: Project Assistant Youth Life Skills Development Project
Location: Abuja FCT
Summary:
Africare is about to start a youth life skills development project in Abuja, Nigeria that will support 300 students from ten secondary schools and engage them in a development program that leverages basketball to teach skills in the areas of literacy, health and social development (leadership, tolerance etc.) The project aims to empower Nigerian youths using basketball and prepare them for the future. The program is a one year pilot with expectation for further funding.
Responsibilities:
Requirements
Education:
Bachelor's degree in PHE, social sciences, public policy, or related fields.
Professional Experience:
Knowledge and Skills:
Application Closing Date
11th September, 2013
How to Apply:
Applications should include a CV and cover letter. In the cover letter (no more than two pages in length), the candidate should briefly describe his or her motivation for the position and highlight relevant experience.
Please send CVs to: nigeria.vacancies@africare.org and include the title to the position for which you are applying in the subject line.
Africare, a US-based NGO established in 1970, has been working in Nigeria since 1978 and is currently operating more than 150 community-based development projects in 25 African countries. Africare has long standing experience in the design and delivery of technical, training, material and financial assistance to self-help efforts in the fields of health/HIV-AIDS, food security, natural resource management, water resource development, micro-enterprise, civil society strengthening and good governance. Health programs are important to Africare's work in virtually all countries where it operates and constitute about one-quarter of Africare’s overall development assistance effort. In Nigeria, Africare has its main office in Abuja and field offices in Port Harcourt and Asaba and Uyo and Benin, with smaller satellite offices in Bayelsa and Cross Rivers State.
Funded by the Chevron, the Malaria Control and Health Promotion in Flood Affected Populations (MCHP-FAP) Project has a goal of reducing the prevalence and mortality related to malaria in following communities; Idah, in Kogi State, Agenebode in Edo State and Koko and Ogbe-Ijaw in Delta States. The specific targets relate to use of LLITNs, ACTs, and RDT in line with the National Malaria Control Program (NMCP) targets from the NMCP National Strategic (2009-2013).
Africare Nigeria is looking to hire candidates to fill positions in Delta and Edo as two new projects commence: The Youth Life Skills Development Project will engage secondary school students in a program that leverages sports to teach literacy, health and social development skills. The program is a one year pilot with expectation for further funding.
Job Title: Project Assistant Youth Life Skills Development Project
Location: Abuja FCT
Summary:
Africare is about to start a youth life skills development project in Abuja, Nigeria that will support 300 students from ten secondary schools and engage them in a development program that leverages basketball to teach skills in the areas of literacy, health and social development (leadership, tolerance etc.) The project aims to empower Nigerian youths using basketball and prepare them for the future. The program is a one year pilot with expectation for further funding.
Responsibilities:
- The Project Assistant will work under the supervision of Program officer
- Assist in the coordination of critical activities, such as visits to project site, training, monitoring s and meetings with project partners, Participate in field visits as necessary
- Provide production support for materials developed for internal and external communications and learning around progress and findings, such as document formatting, editing and proofreading
- Track project activities with budget and time
- Fully understand the project curriculum and be able to provide guidance to coaches and other stakeholders
- Keep project records, data, directory and inventory
- Communication on project results with program Officers and coaches
- Reporting on the project as required
- Logistics for project site visits, trainings, meetings and other project activities in line with project work plan
- Make first draft of letters, MOUs and other documents
- During meetings, record and archive minutes for reporting purposes.
Requirements
Education:
Bachelor's degree in PHE, social sciences, public policy, or related fields.
Professional Experience:
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in providing support and coordination of youths on field-based projects
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience working with / social/ Sports, community development, and/or health.
- Experience writing program reports
- Experience in documentation of success stories
Knowledge and Skills:
- Demonstrated understanding of field-based approaches
- Demonstrated skills in the use of electronic databases
- Excellent organizational skills
- Excellent communication and English-language writing skills.
- Ability to work successfully with minimal guidance
- Able to work with young people
- Must be friendly and accessible
Application Closing Date
11th September, 2013
How to Apply:
Applications should include a CV and cover letter. In the cover letter (no more than two pages in length), the candidate should briefly describe his or her motivation for the position and highlight relevant experience.
Please send CVs to: nigeria.vacancies@africare.org and include the title to the position for which you are applying in the subject line.
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