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Society for Family Health (SFH) is one of the leading non-governmental public health organizations in Nigeria, implementing programmes in Reproductive Health/Family Planning, HIV & AIDS prevention and treatment, malaria prevention and treatment, primary health care system strengthening and maternal, newborn and child health care. We work in partnership with the Federal and State Governments of Nigeria, the Global Fund (GF), United States Agency for International Development (USAID), Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, MSD for Mothers, Children Investment Fund Foundation (CIFF), Novartis NCD, among other international donors.  SFH offers professional opportunities for career advancement, a good working environment and competitive remuneration.  At this time, we seek to recruit qualified persons to fill the under listed vacant positions, in response to our organizational growth.

Position: TECHNICAL DIRECTOR

Contract Duration: Fixed Term

Location: Abuja

Job Profile:

The Technical Director will play a pivotal role in shaping the technical direction and implementation strategies of the USAID-funded Strengthening Quality of Care through Primary Health Care Activity in Nigeria. Working closely with the Chief of Party and project team, you will lead the design, implementation, and monitoring of technical interventions to enhance healthcare quality across primary health care facilities.

Key Responsibilities: 

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following functions:

• Provide strategic direction and technical leadership for all aspects of the project, ensuring alignment with best practices, evidence-based approaches, and global standards.
• Lead the development of program strategies, work plans, and technical interventions to improve the quality of care provided through primary health care services.
• Design and oversee capacity-building initiatives to strengthen the skills and competencies of healthcare providers, managers, and other stakeholders in delivering high-quality healthcare services.
• Implement quality improvement methodologies and tools to enhance clinical care, patient safety, infection prevention, and other key aspects of healthcare quality.
• Develop and implement robust monitoring and evaluation frameworks to track the progress and impact of technical interventions, and utilize data for evidence-based decision-making and program adaptation.
• Collaborate with government partners, local stakeholders, academic institutions, and other key actors to leverage resources, share learning, and foster sustainability of project outcomes.
• Provide technical assistance, mentorship, and coaching to project staff, healthcare providers, and facility managers to ensure effective implementation of technical interventions.

Qualifications/Experience:

• Undergraduate degree in medicine or related field.
• Advanced degree in public health, health sciences, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in designing, implementing, and managing health programs, with a focus on quality improvement, health systems strengthening, or primary healthcare.
• Proven technical expertise in areas such as clinical care, quality improvement, health service delivery, or health systems strengthening.
• Strong understanding of USAID rules and regulations, with previous experience working on USAID-funded projects preferred.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, with the ability to work effectively in a multicultural and multidisciplinary team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate teams, build partnerships, and achieve results in challenging and dynamic settings.
• Proficiency in data analysis, monitoring and evaluation, and utilization of data for programmatic decision-making and learning.

Compensation & Benefits:

The compensation package for this position is very attractive and designed to attract, motivate and retain talented candidates.

Method of Application:

Interested applicants should log on to our website at www.sfhnigeria.org and click on vacancy, click on careers @SFH, click on the advertised job suitable to you, and you will be transferred to a new page to apply. Follow the instruction and a confirmation mail will be sent to you upon completion of your application. Please include the names and contact details (including telephone and e-mail addresses) of three referees who are knowledgeable about your professional achievements.

All applications will be treated in confidence. Candidates without the minimum requirements need not apply.

This advert will be two weeks from the date of publication. We thank prospective applicants for their interest in working with SFH, however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. SFH is an equal opportunity employer.

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TITLE: HR & Administration Officer
TEAM/PROGRAMME: HR & Admin Team LOCATION: Adamawa
GRADE: 4 CONTRACT LENGTH: 12 Months

JOB INFO

• Job Identification7168
• Job Category: Human Resources
• Posting Date: 19/04/2024, 19:01
• Apply Before: 03/05/2024, 19:00
• Job Schedule: Full-time
• Locations FO – Adamawa

CHILD SAFEGUARDING:
Level 3: the post holder will have contact with children and/or young people either frequently (e.g. once a week or more) or intensively (e.g. four days in one month or more or overnight) because they work country programs; or are visiting country programs; or because they are responsible for implementing the police checking/vetting process staff.

ROLE PURPOSE:
The role holder will be responsible for the provision and management of effective HR and Administrative services in the Adamawa office. The Human Resource and Administration Officer will contribute to ensuring that Save the Children’s commitment to improving quality and accountability in humanitarian work is upheld, through reference to Save the Children Quality Standards and endeavours to Human Resource & Administrative services and implement effective administration systems.
SCOPE OF ROLE:
Reports to: Team Lead _ Adamawa Field Office
Staff directly reporting to this post: Office Assistant & HR/Admin Assistant
Budget responsibility: No
KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:

Human Resource Management 
•   Assist in ensuring staff compliance with human resources polices, as per SCI’s Operations Handbook and all other key policies.
•   Assist employees in Human Resources related issues and concerns.
•   Support in reviewing Human Resources processes and suggests improvements.
•   Responsible for ensuring the following are accurate, complete, and up to date: -personnel files, administration of health insurance scheme, ID card, Compulsory courses on LMS, probation.
•   Focal point for the liaison on Health Insurance matters at the Area level & serve as the focal point in scaling up with HR/Admin Manager.
•   Ensure clearance and debriefing is carried out for exiting staff and all documentation is on file.
•   Support in updating of HR reports and trackers for decision making.
•   Scan and upload relevant documents on SharePoint.
•   Assist the Human Resource Manager in the development of annual needs for staff development / trainings through the formal performance review process.
•   Identify training courses and their costs and maintain a list of available courses.
•   Provide support to supervisors to arrange training opportunities for staff.
•   Preparation of consultancy contracts for national and international consultants as well as keeping an updated and accessible database of consultants in line with acceptable SCI procedures.

Compensations & benefits
•   Assist in updating, and processing staff payrolls in close collaboration with the HR/Admin manager, and ensure onward submission to the Country office.
•   Ensure that all relevant deductions are effected on a monthly basis.
•   Prepare and submit required reports on a weekly basis.
•   Ensure that records of all Human Resources related information is kept and sent on timely basis to relevant parties.
Development, people planning, recruitment and well-being.
•   Assist in people planning activities (e.g. ensure job descriptions are on file for all roles)
•   Support with all phases of recruitment when assigned by the HR/Admin Manager.
•   Ensure new staff receive an appropriate orientation and induction.
•   Prepare and update briefing/induction packages for new staff and oversee/coordinate the induction process.
•   Assist managers and staff on effective performance management and administer the collation of performance management documentation.
•   Support staff development activities including promoting the SCI Learning Catalogue (LMS).
•   Receive applications from prospective candidates and maintain an applicant database (Casual workers)
•   Participate in panels as well as in the long listing and interviewing as well as negotiating offers for prospective staff. 
•   Participate in the planning and facilitation of Global Inductions for new hires within Save the Children in Nigeria on quarterly basis.

Representation 
•   Assist HR Manager in developing and maintaining contacts with other key actors/INGO partners.
•   Assist with the analysis of HR needs of a programme and look for sustainable solutions. Provide a generalist HR service to managers across a full range of HR issues.

Administration and Office Management 
•   Management of Office facilities and travel for the field & Country operations 
•   Ensure the Adamawa office is adequately equipped with sufficient levels of supplies (consumables, stationery, equipment) etc, is fully functioning and fit for purpose to enable all staff to operate with maximum efficiency.
•   Oversee the maintenance of the office premises/residences, furniture, fittings, and all equipment in a fully functioning state.
•   Pro-actively identify potential problems affecting staff, proposing solutions, and working to put them in place.
•   Develop, manage, and oversee effective relationships with service providers suppliers, landlords, etc, ensuring transparency and value for money.
•   Manage and supervise the Administrative and Office Assistants 
•   Liaise with the Programme Operations (field and Borno Area office) to ensure that shared office support functions run smoothly, and resources are used efficiently and effectively. 
•   Ensure compliance with Save the Children Quality Standards, Global Policies and Guidelines.
•   Processing all admin related payments on timely manner and ensure following up with the team for submission of activity reports and receiving services on the Ariba.

Travel, Logistics & Events
• Oversee the management for all travel, business visas, and accommodation for visitors, consultants, and staff on official Save the Children business.
• Ensure that travel is on schedule and cost effective and that visits to Country Programmes occur with a minimum of disruption and downtime
• Ensure that event management, meetings, trainings and conferences are effectively managed ensuring value for money and transparency in all the processes.
Working Contacts
Internal: Field office, Area office, CO and SO Management team
External: Other INGOs, Statutory bodies
BEHAVIOURS (Values in Practice)
Accountability:
• Accuracy and timeliness in all areas of responsibility
• High level of accuracy in work, and ability to analyse complex sets of relationships and situations.
• Holds self and others accountable.
Ambition
• Creating best-in-class EA function.
• Future-orientated, thinks pro-actively.
Collaboration:
• Working effectively with stakeholders to achieve common goals.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Builds and maintains effective relationships, with their team, colleagues, members, and external partners.
• Approachable, good listener, easy to talk to
Creativity:
• Designing more effective admin systems
• Willing to take disciplined risks.
Integrity:
• Honest, encourages openness and transparency, demonstrates highest levels of integrity.
QUALIFICATIONS
• University degree in Human Resources/Administration, Business Administration, or other related discipline.
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in a Human Resources and Administration role in an NGO/commercial sector.
• Proven ability to provide high level support to management teams.
• Ability to plan and organise a substantial workload that including complex, diverse tasks and responsibilities.
• Experience of managing and developing teams.
• Experience of setting up and maintaining management information systems and office systems.
• Experience of effective budget development and management.
• Experience of negotiating service contracts and ensuring value for money.
• Excellent communication skills to deal tactfully and sensitively with a wide range of people.
• Excellent organisational skills and a track record of consistently prioritising delivering on time.
• A high level of computer literacy
• Good judgement, initiative and problem-solving ability.
• Commitment to Save the Children’s mission and values.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspect.
Desirable
• Hands-on experience/skills in MS Office applications (Excellent computer skill).
• Knowledge of oracle or related HR platforms
• Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Ability to travel to deep field locations to support in recruitments and other admin functions.
• Ability to work independently on his or her own initiative with problems solving skills.
• Strong team and interpersonal skills
• Fluency in written and spoken English.
Additional job responsibilities
The duties and responsibilities as set out above are not exhaustive and the role holder may be required to carry out additional duties within reasonableness of their level of skills and experience.
Equal Opportunities
The role holder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with the SCI Equal Opportunities and Diversity policies and procedures.
Child Safeguarding:
We need to keep children safe so our selection process, which includes rigorous background checks, reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.
Health and Safety
The role holder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with SCI Health and Safety policies and procedures.

Application Information:
Please apply using a cover letter and up-to-date CV as a single document. Please also include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations. A copy of the full role profile can be found at www.savethechildren.net/jobs We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

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Society for Family Health (SFH) is a leading non-governmental public health organisation in Nigeria, implementing programmes in malaria prevention, and treatment, Reproductive Health/Family Planning, HIV & AIDS treatment, primary health care system strengthening, non-communicable diseases and maternal, new-born, and child health care. SFH ignites the power of health system thinking and market shaping to transform health outcomes. 

An emerging pan African organization, we provide a partnership platform to communities, donors, the private sector and government to co-create and implement actions that create real and measurable impact at individual, family, society, and country level. In a career at SFH, you will be the centre of making all these happen. You will be joining a team of problem solvers, with real passion to change the world in a fast-paced environment. We are a truly Nigerian rooted organisation with global standards and a diverse workforce. We pride ourselves on being open, inclusive, and collaborative — and in providing a work environment that encourages our employees to be their best. 

SFH is looking for talented people with a track record of high performance and a passion for providing healthcare for their community to join our vibrant workforce. 

Position: Deputy Programme Director/Technical Director

Contract Duration: Fixed Term

Location: Abuja   

Job Profile: 

The Deputy Programme Director/Technical Director will provide strategic guidance and technical expertise to drive the success of the USAID-funded Community Health project. Collaborating closely with the Programme Director and project team, you will oversee the development and execution of technical strategies, ensuring alignment with project goals and objectives. Your leadership will be instrumental in delivering innovative solutions, monitoring progress, and maximizing the impact of our interventions.

Job Role:  

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following functions: 

• Lead the development and implementation of technical strategies, work plans, and performance monitoring frameworks in collaboration with project stakeholders.
• Ensure the delivery of high-quality technical assistance, training, and capacity-building activities to project partners and stakeholders.
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• Drive innovation and continuous learning by facilitating knowledge sharing, best practices dissemination, and adaptive management approaches.
• Foster strong partnerships with government agencies, NGOs, community leaders, and other key stakeholders to promote collaboration and sustainability.
• Provide mentorship, guidance, and technical support to project staff, promoting a culture of excellence, accountability, and teamwork.

Qualifications/Experience: 

• An undergraduate degree in medicine 
• Advanced degree in public health, medicine, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in managing and implementing complex health projects, preferably in low-resource settings.
• Proven track record of technical leadership, strategic planning, and project management.
• Extensive knowledge of USAID rules and regulations, as well as experience working on USAID-funded projects.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in multicultural teams and navigate complex stakeholder environments.

Compensation & Benefits:

The compensation package for this position is very attractive and designed to attract, motivate and retain talented candidates.

Method of Application:

Interested applicants should log on to our website at www.sfhnigeria.org and click on vacancy, click on careers @SFH, click on the advertised job suitable to you, and you will be transferred to a new page to apply. Follow the instruction and a confirmation mail will be sent to you upon completion of your application. Please include the names and contact details (including telephone and e-mail addresses) of three referees who are knowledgeable about your professional achievements.

All applications will be treated in confidence. Candidates without the minimum requirements need not apply.

This advert will close two weeks from the date of publication.We thank prospective applicants for their interest in working with SFH, however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

SFH is an equal opportunity employer.

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Society for Family Health (SFH) is a leading non-governmental public health organisation in Nigeria, implementing programmes in malaria prevention, and treatment, Reproductive Health/Family Planning, HIV & AIDS treatment, primary health care system strengthening, non-communicable diseases and maternal, new-born, and child health care. SFH ignites the power of health system thinking and market shaping to transform health outcomes.

An emerging pan African organization, we provide a partnership platform to communities, donors, the private sector and government to co-create and implement actions that create real and measurable impact at individual, family, society, and country level. In a career at SFH, you will be the centre of making all these happen. You will be joining a team of problem solvers, with real passion to change the world in a fast-paced environment. We are a truly Nigerian rooted organisation with global standards and a diverse workforce. We pride ourselves on being open, inclusive, and collaborative — and in providing a work environment that encourages our employees to be their best. 

SFH is looking for talented people with a track record of high performance and a passion for providing healthcare for their community to join our vibrant workforce. 

Position: Director of Strategic Information 

Contract Duration: Fixed Term

Location: Abuja     

Job Profile: 

The Director of Strategic Information (DSI) will play a pivotal role in ensuring data-driven decision-making and programmatic excellence for the USAID-funded Strengthening Quality of Care through Primary Health Care Activity in Nigeria. Working closely with the project leadership team, you will lead the design, implementation, and monitoring of strategic information systems and processes to optimize project performance and impact.

Job Role:

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of strategic information systems, including data collection tools, databases, and dashboards, to support program monitoring, evaluation, and learning.
• Oversee the integration and harmonization of data systems and processes across project components to ensure seamless data flow and interoperability.
• Establish and maintain robust data management processes and standards to ensure data quality, integrity, and security throughout the project lifecycle.
• Conduct data analysis and interpretation to generate actionable insights and recommendations for programmatic improvement and decision-making.
• Develop and implement monitoring and evaluation frameworks, indicators, and tools to track project progress, outcomes, and impact.
• Lead the design and execution of evaluations, assessments, and special studies to assess project effectiveness and identify lessons learned.
• Provide technical assistance, training, and mentorship to project staff and partners on strategic information systems, data management, and analysis.
• Facilitate knowledge sharing and learning within the project team and with external stakeholders to promote evidence-based decision-making and best practices.

Qualifications/Experience: 

• Advanced degree in public health, epidemiology, statistics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in strategic information management, monitoring and evaluation, or data analysis, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven track record of successfully designing, implementing, and managing strategic information systems in complex international development projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze data, identify trends, and generate actionable insights.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical information to diverse audiences.
• Proficiency in data analysis software and tools (e.g., Excel, SPSS, Stata, R) and experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) preferred.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality results under tight deadlines.

Compensation & Benefits: 

The compensation package for these positions is very attractive and designed to attract, motivate, and retain talented professionals. 

Method of Application: 

Interested applicants should log on to our website at www.sfhnigeria.org and click on vacancy, click on careers @SFH, click on the advertised job suitable to you, and you will be transferred to a new page to apply. Follow the instruction and a confirmation mail will be sent to you upon completion of your application. Please include the names and contact details (including telephone and e-mail addresses) of three referees who are knowledgeable about your professional achievements. 

All applications will be treated in confidence. Candidates without the minimum requirements need not apply. 

This advert will close two weeks from date of publication.

SFH is an equal opportunity employer.

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Job Title

Driver

Location

Nigeria – NG (Primary)

Office

Kano

Category

Fleet / Transport

Date Needed By

4/15/2024

Program Description (Background)

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:

The primary responsibility of the Driver is to ensure that International Medical Corps staff or goods movements are performed in a safe and secure manner.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function with or without reasonable accommodation:

MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Adhere to the local laws when driving and country legal and or IMC (if more restrictive) speed limitations.
• Perform daily check on assigned vehicle to ensure that it is in good working conditions, prior departure
• Ensure that all assigned communication equipment is operational at all times
• Responsible for checking that the vehicles are equipped with all necessary items, including first aid kits, emergency food, spare parts, etc., as required.
• Apply all safety and security measures required by International Medical Corps
• Ensure that passengers are respecting safety and security measure during movements
• Ensure that goods transported are safely stored and accompanied by a waybill
• Maintain vehicle logbook with all trip records (signed by relevant passenger) and refueling
• Maintain vehicle clean and appropriately fueled at all time
• Coordinate movement with his/her manager
• Report to his management any issue/accident with the vehicle
• Perform basic maintenance when required
• Report to manager when servicing, repairs or maintenance is required
• Report any issues relating to the security of IMC staff or vehicles immediately
• Should familiarize him/herself with the local area and planned journey route prior to departure, particularly regarding any security issues. If the driver is unfamiliar with the route, he/she is responsible for requesting a briefing from the security or logistics referent or another driver who has previously driven that route.
• Ensure the vehicle is always defensively parked (parked backwards, ready to go)

Perform other duties as assigned. The duties and responsibilities listed in this document are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and not necessarily all-inclusive.

Job Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Clean and valid driving license required
• Typically, vocational degree
• Commitment to and understanding of IMC’s aims, values and principles
• Knowledge of English
• Relevant qualifications or training courses
• Basic vehicle maintenance skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to integrate and work well within multi-ethnic and multicultural team
• Ability to work in harsh conditions, often in remote areas

Additional Technical or Language Requirements

CODE OF CONDUCT

As applicable to this position, an individual must promote and encourage a culture of compliance and ethics throughout the organization maintain a clear understanding of International Medical Corps’ and donor compliance and ethics standards, and adhere to those standards. Staff are also responsible for preventing violations to our Code of Conduct and Ethics, which may involve Conflicts of Interest, Fraud, Corruption or Harassment.

If you see, hear, or are made aware of any violations of the Code of Conduct and Ethics or Safeguarding Policy, you have an obligation to report. If this is a supervisory position, one must set an example of ethical behavior through one’s own conduct and oversight of the work of others; ensure that those who report to you have sufficient knowledge and resources to follow the standards outlined in the Code of Conduct & Ethics; monitor compliance of the people you supervise; enforce the Code of Conduct & Ethics and International Medical Corps’ policies, including the Safeguarding Policy and the Protection from Harassment, Bullying, and Misconduct in the Workplace Policy, consistently and fairly; support employees who in good faith raise questions or concerns.

SAFEGUARDING

It is all staff’s shared responsibility and obligation to safeguard and protect populations with whom we work, including adults who may be particularly vulnerable and children. This includes safeguarding from the following conduct by our staff or partners: exploitation and abuse of any kind; exploitation, neglect, or abuse of children, adults at risk, or LGBTI individuals; and any form of trafficking in persons.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

International Medical Corps is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, or status as a veteran.

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WANEP-Nigeria is the Nigerian Country Office of the West Africa Network for Peacebuilding (WANEP), a Sub-regional NGO with regional secretariat based in Accra, Ghana, whose mission is to enable and facilitate the development of mechanisms for cooperation among civil society-based peacebuilding practitioners and organizations in West Africa by promoting cooperative responses to violent conflicts; providing the structure through which these practitioners and institutions will regularly exchange experience and information on issues of peacebuilding, conflict transformation, social, religious and political reconciliation; and promoting West Africa’s social and cultural values as resources for peacebuilding.

• Job Type: Full Time
• Qualification: BA/BSc/HND
• Experience: 4 – 4 years
• Location: Benue, Kano, Katsina, Nasarawa
• Job Field: NGO/Non-Profit, Project Management 
• Salary Range: ₦400,000 – ₦500,000/month

Locations: Benue State, Kano State, Nasarawa State, and Katsina State

General Position Summary

• The EWER Program Officer provide support to all other activities related to the PARTNER Early Warning and Early Response system strengthening in Nigeria. S/he will ensure smooth, timely, and compliant implementation across the PARTNER program implementation states.
• The EWER Program Officer will liaise frequently with WANEP’s EWER Technical Advisors and the Senior EWER Program Officer of Mercy Corps and other implementing partners, establishing standards in support of strategic interventions, development and planning of the Early Warning and Early Response systems for the PARTNER program. S/he will be required to establish and manage relationships with other stakeholders.
• S/he will work closely with the MEL Officer, CARM Officer and Operations staff (including finance and operations) to ensure that activities are implemented according to schedule, budget and required quality.

Essential Job Responsibilities

Strategy & Vision:

• Support technical aspects of the peacebuilding and EWER system strengthening in Nigeria by assisting with the development of activities/agendas/curricula as appropriate.
• Facilitate and co-facilitate community meetings, events, and training as required.
• Ensure implementation of activities is on time, target, and budget.
• Liaise with PARTNER implementing partner organizations and potential resource persons as needed.
• Promote the consolidation of national integrated multi-threat Early Warning and Early Response systems strengthening in Nigeria.
• Support the standardization of alerts for different threats and harmonization of key messages.
• Support the expansion of community-based EWER system including consideration of gender and vulnerable groups.
• Ensure that program implementation is responsive to community needs, meets targets, and is carried out in line with best practices.
• Establish and maintain effective program reporting and monitoring and evaluation systems (to track, analyze and report on results) for both internal and external use.
• Integrate community approaches, protection mainstreaming, gender sensitivity and capacity building into all activities as appropriate.
• Ensure effective community engagement to create enabling environment and ownership.
• Submit weekly program updates including success stories to the supervisor.
• Update Program Issue Log, Risk Register & Incident Tracker as appropriate.
• Ensure program filing system is in place, adheres to internal and donor regulations and filing is regularly maintained.

Program Management:

• Oversee program start-up, management, and administration. Ensure program implementation is on time, target, and budget, using effective M&E systems to reach desired impacts.
• Ensure that program implementation is responsive to communities and partners and consistent with WANEP-Nigeria’s relevant program guidelines, principles, values, quality standards and strategic plan.
• Confirm beneficiaries are effectively targeted according to transparent criteria.
• Develop partnership frameworks, partner agreements/Memorandum of Understandings, and oversee partner capacity building.
• Integrate community approaches, gender sensitivity and capacity building into all activities as appropriate. Certify all interventions adhere to WANEP-Nigeria’s Gender Policy, Do No Harm principles, and beneficiary accountability standards.
• Ensure program strategies and activities represent global good practice in EWER.
• Supervise and/or review the work of program consultants.
• Coordinate with procurement, logistics, security, administration, and human resources teams to ensure operational systems support field activities.
• Fulfil WANEP-Nigeria’s Program Management Minimum Standards based on theorganization-wide guide.

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-one and performance reviews.

Influence & Representation:

• Represent WANEP-Nigeria at government, donor, NGO, and other relevant events, in close coordination with the EWER Technical Advisor.
• Coordinate activities with consortium partners, local government, and other implementers, as well as with other WANEP-Nigeria programs.
• Strengthen the convening powers of the PARTNER Program Consortium to bring together key actors in the EWER system.

Security:

• Ensure compliance with security procedures and policies as determined by country leadership.
• Report on any problems encountered in the field such as project participant complaints, local authority interference, and security threats to WANEP staff and activities. Coordinate with WANEP Security Officer and State Manager on any threats to WANEP staff and activities; follow up on incidents/security threats in areas of operation.

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 WANEP-Nigeria as well as themselves.

Accountability to Beneficiaries:

• WANEP-Nigeria 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.

Knowledge and Experience

• B.Sc./B.A. or equivalent in Conflict Management, Social Sciences, International Development, or other relevant fields.
• A minimum of 4 years of experience working in the non-profit sector preferably in conflict management/peacebuilding and community development.
• Experience working in rural areas in Nigeria, particularly in target states of PARTNER’s implementation.
• Experience working in a multi-organizational team (international and national partners) is a plus.
• Strong written and oral communication skills in English required, including report development, writing, and editing.
• Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines, and work independently and cooperatively with team members.
• Experience engaging with State and Local Government authorities, religious leaders, and local partners.
• Experience managing community-based peacebuilding and EWER interventions.
• Strong training and capacity-building experience.
• Demonstrated understanding of the conflict dynamics in Northcentral and Northwest Nigeria in general.
• Knowledge of local language (written & spoken) is strongly preferred.

Success Factors

• S/he will be capable of multi-tasking, rapid decision-making, have initiative, drive, and a lot of energy, as well as high emotional intelligence, constructive communication skills and proven experience with capacity building.
• S/he will be committed to long-term program sustainability and the delivery of high-impact activities at the community level.

Living Conditions/Environmental Conditions:

• The positions are based in 4 different Locations Makurdi, Benue state, Lafiya Nasarwa State, Katsina State, and Kano State Nigeria and requires travel to project communities in the state.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:

• Achieving our mission begins with how we build our team and work together. Through our commitment to enriching our organization with people of different origins, beliefs, backgrounds, and ways of thinking, we are better able to leverage the collective power of our teams and solve the world’s most complex challenges. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a journey, and we are committed to learning, listening, and evolving to become more diverse, equitable, and inclusive than we are today.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

• as an equal opportunity employer does not tolerate discrimination on any basis. We actively seek out diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skills so that we can be collectively stronger and have a sustained global impact. We do not tolerate discrimination based on race, colour, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability (including HIV/AIDS status), marital status, military veteran status or any other protected group in the locations where we work.

Safeguarding & Ethics:

• WANEP-Nigeria is committed to the core principles regarding the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse laid out by the UN Secretary-General and IASC.
• As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive work environment, team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner, respect local laws and customs, and adhere to the Code of Conduct Policies, and values at all times.

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