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dynasty-news-blog · 7 years ago

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Buhari’s economic blueprint does not address Nigerian's needs — Bill Gates 22 March, 2018 The present economic templates being used by the Muhammadu Buhari government do not have the ability to address the unique needs of Nigerians at present, American business magnate, Bill Gates, has said. The philanthropist and founder of Microsoft corporation however said Nigeria has the ability to approach ‘upper middle-income status’ like Brazil, China and Mexico, but added that achieving this status depends on ”the choice Nigerian leaders make”. Mr. Gates, at the special and expanded National Economic Council, held in Abuja on Thursday tasked Nigerian leaders to sincerely invest in not just infrastructural development but also human investment. The theme of the meeting was “Role of human capital investment in supporting pro-poor and economic growth agenda”. The investor said though Nigeria is rapidly approaching upper- middle income status, the country has ”unmatched economic potential and what becomes of that potential depends on the choice Nigerian leaders makes”. He said the Nigerian government’s Economic Recovery and Growth Plan (ERGP) identifies “investing in our people” as one of three “strategic objectives”. But the “execution priorities” do not fully reflect people’s needs, ”prioritising physical capital over human capital”, he said. “To anchor the economy over the long term, investments in infrastructure and competitiveness must go hand in hand with investment in people. People without roads ports and factories can’t flourish. And roads, ports and factories without skilled workers to build and manage them can’t sustain an economy,” he said. President Muhammadu Buhari on assumption of office had unveiled a four-year ERGP (2017-2020) to help propel the country towards the path of development and growth. ERGP is an economic plan that builds on the 2016 Strategic Implementation Plan (SIP), a short term plan aimed at tackling corruption, improving security and rebuilding the nation’s economy. ERGP seeks to build on the SIP by restoring growth, investing in people and build a global competitive economy. Mr. Gates said the most important choice Nigerian leaders can make is ”to maximise the country’s greatest resource, which is the people”. He said Nigeria will thrive when every Nigerian is able to thrive. “If you invest in their health, education, and opportunities- the human capital we are talking about today, then they will lay the foundation for sustained prosperity. If you don’t, however, then it is very important to recognise that there will be a sharp limit on how much the country can grow,” he said. According to author, Nigeria’s government revenue as a percentage of its GDP is by far the lowest in the world, at 6 per cent and this makes the government investment in Nigerians difficult. “The next lowest country, Bangladesh collects 10 per cent of its GDP. If you got yourself up to second to the last in the world, you would have an extra $18 billion to budget. Obviously, you are aiming higher, but it gives you some idea about the scale we are talking about. “We want to support you in your work to mobilise resources to invest in your country and I urge you to rethink your investment on Nigerian people,” he said. Speaking, Nigerian billionaire business man, Aliko Dangote said for the next generation to thrive as adults and drive the economic progress, ”the government need to invest in their health and wellbeing”. “The government need to invest in the youth’s ability to learn and apply new skills in an ever changing global economy. That at its core, is what we mean by human capital; healthy and productive and well-educated young people who are then enabled to succeed, lift up themselves and their families, and contribute to the society through their own ingenuity. “As a business leader, it is my responsibility to offer job opportunity, but I can only do that when the people themselves are healthy and have the basic skills,” he added.

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contadorharrison · 7 years ago

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African mobile app job market

Africa’s tech jobs market is booming, with the rate of growth for tech jobs outpacing other industries according to a new report. The report measured the creation of core app economy jobs, defined as jobs that directly to develop, maintain, or support mobile applications. In addition, the statistics also measured indirect jobs that support app developers in fields such as human resources or management. When these two categories of jobs are combined in ten African countries namely South Africa, Morocco, Egypt, Algeria, Tunisia, Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Mauritius and Ethiopia, the report found the mobile app sector employs 50,000 staff on average in those countries. The highest number of jobs was in South Africa, followed by Nigeria, Egypt and Morocco.This growth rate has meant the overall number of people employed in computer related jobs in Africa has surged by 56% since Android smartphones were first introduced in 2008. This is a significantly faster growth rate than even in developed world which averages 20%.The development of mobile apps now directly or indirectly accounts for nearly 10% of all ICT jobs in Africa. However, it is a rate higher than either Europe or North America. Likewise, while the number of mobile app development jobs as a percentage of all ICT jobs in Cape Town is 9% and Cairo 7%, both are not as high as it is in Silicon Valley at 18% but are on the same range with New York which averages 10% and London at 9.5%.One of the report authors told your blogger that Africa’s app development is well positioned for future growth.The major take-away is that Africa has a good start on the digital economy, especially when viewed from the perspective of mobile apps. As this sector continues to expand, this opens up new opportunities for African businesses to become an exporter of apps and app-related services, especially given the current international importance of English-language markets which gives countries like Kenya, Nigeria and South Africa a bigger advantage over their North and West African counterparts.However, the author warns there are also important lessons in the figures for African countries government policymakers.In his own words, it is important for policymakers to strike the right balance between essential and excessive regulation, especially in areas such as data privacy.However, a general principle is that the tighter the regulations, the more obstacles in the path of the growth of the rapidly innovating app economy.The same report notes app related recruitment market is set to see a severe shortage of software development talent as nearly all industries speed up their efforts in launching mobile applications to serve their clients. This is one key finding from the report which also analyses trends of the job market in the continent.

Candidates skillful in iOS and Android development are a rare asset in Africa and the strong demand for experienced professionals won’t be met in the near future.Companies are aware of the rising popularity of mobile applications and have started to explore mobile technologies, driving demand for developers in the candidate-short market. This trend will continue for a certain period of time if the data contained in the report is accurate. Findings also state that qualified mobile developers in Nigeria, South Africa and Kenya prefer to work as freelancers such that they can rake in more income by taking several projects at the same time. Information technology professionals are highly sought after due to the fast expansion of IT industry in Africa. There is an increasing demand for IT security professionals and those who are quicker to learn new technologies always stand out because mobile apps business is thriving in African market. There’s no doubt accessing mobile applications is becoming increasingly popular for Africans, with 100 million people aged 18 years and over going online via their mobile in 2016 alone. The report also reveals that in June 2017, 37 per cent of mobile phone users had a smartphone and 52 per cent had a 3G phone. And of the smartphone users, 87 per cent downloaded a mobile app in the six months to June 2017. The report analyses four mobile applications services mobile handset VoIP, m-commerce, mobile video and mobile social networking and their potential impact in terms of substitution-mobile apps can potentially substitute for some services provided by mobile service providers. Mobile apps are disrupting industry structures and processes in many sectors beyond communications for example, m-commerce in East African region. Expansion mobile apps are allowing online services, previously restricted to computer access, to move onto the mobile platform. Multiple screens-mobile apps that incorporate video are an example of mobiles becoming the third screen complementing television and computer. According to the report, the number of Africans using the internet through their mobile phone for specific tasks during June 2017 included accessing social networking sites, banking and bill payment, streamed video or movies, streamed audio content and purchasing a good or service.Continued consumer adoption of smartphones and growth in the usage of internet via mobile phones, are encouraging further development and use of mobile apps in Africa hence the reason for companies looking for high-skilled developers who are in short supply with competition for qualified talent becoming cut-throat.

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gbenro · 7 years ago

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Feed the Future Nigeria Livelihoods Interns #Vacancy

The Feed the Future Nigeria Livelihoods Project is currently looking for graduates with interest in taking up internship opportunities on the project in the following areas; Nutrition and WASH Agric Program Program Management Grants North East Program Management Sustainability About CRS: Catholic Relief Services (CRS) is an International non-governmental organization supporting relief and development work in over 99 countries around the world. CRS programs assist persons based on need, regardless of creed, ethnicity or nationality. CRS works through local church and non-church partners to implement its programs, therefore, strengthening and building the capacity of these partner organizations is fundamental to programs in every country in which CRS operates. CRS re-established presence in Nigeria in 2000 and currently focuses on agriculture, health and emergency programming. Job Title: Grants Intern (2 Positions) Location: Sokoto and Abuja Project: Programs / Feed the Future Nigeria Livelihoods Project JD Link: http://bit.ly/2i1RROc Ref Code: GI101117 Reports to : Grants Officer Job Summary: The candidate will efficiently provide support in information, clerical, and accounting services to assist the Grants team in executing processes and delivering service needs that support high-quality programs serving the poor and vulnerable. As part of an experienced finance team, the candidate will deliver quality support in the role, applying clearly defined accounting and financial reporting processes, procedures and service standards. Position requirements Education and Experience • HND / BSc in Accounting, Finance or Economics • Minimum of one year experience with an audit firm is an added advantage. • Professional qualifications in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Business Administration a plus. • Experience using MS Office packages, Excel and Word. Hands-on experience with data entry into online databases and forms. Personal Skills • Excellent organizational skills with great attention to detail • Ethical conduct in accordance with recognized professional and organizational codes of ethics • Proactive, resourceful, solutions oriented and results-oriented. Able to meet deadlines. • Strong customer service ethics and abilities. Ability to work collaboratively. Job Title: Nutrition and WASH Intern Location: Abuja Project: Programs / Feed the Future Nigeria Livelihoods Project JD Link: http://bit.ly/2g7QkFO Ref Code: NWI101117 Reports to: Team Lead Nutrition and WASH Job Summary To support the technical lead in the delivery of several distinct projects which require an enthusiastic, highly motivated individual who can work as part of a team. The Nutrition and WASH Intern will be required to work within a multi-sectoral setting including Nutrition, Livelihoods, agriculture, gender integration, education and government and Local Partners. The post holder will need to deliver effective, highly competent project support and consistently deliver in a person-centered environment which promotes positive relationships. Position requirements. • MSc or equivalent work experience in the field of nutrition, public health, WASH, or development • Experience in Contemporary human development interventions • Experience working with Local or international NGO a plus • Interest in development issues • Willingness and capacity to learn • Strong computer skills required, especially the ability to work comfortably in the MS office package • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work successfully in team environment • Demonstrated ability to assess priorities and handle multiple tasks simultaneously to meet deadlines with attention to detail and quality; • Strong organizational skills and communication skills • Ability to work and manage various projects in a team setting, with limited supervision • Fluency in English and Hausa • Ability to work well with people at all levels. • Strong initiative and self-motivation required, with a commitment to teamwork and effectiveness within a dynamic integrated project. • Passion to reach the most vulnerable groups • Ability and willingness to travel to Project’s zones of influence in the North West and North East Job Title: Program Management Intern Location: Abuja JD Link: http://bit.ly/2yjMccc Ref Code: PMI101117 Reports to: Deputy Chief of Party Position Requirement: • MSc or first degree plus equivalent work experience in the field of program management, food security, sociology or development • Experience in Contemporary human development interventions • Experience working with local or international NGO a plus • Interest in development issues • Willingness and capacity to learn • Strong computer skills required, especially the ability to work comfortably in the MS office package • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work successfully in team environment • Demonstrated ability to assess priorities and handle multiple tasks simultaneously to meet deadlines with attention to detail and quality; • Strong organizational skills and communication skills • Ability to work and manage various projects in a team setting, with limited supervision • Fluency in English and Hausa • Ability to work well with people at all levels. • Strong initiative and self-motivation required, with a commitment to teamwork and effectiveness within a dynamic integrated project. • Passion to reach the most vulnerable groups • Ability and willingness to travel to Project’s zones of influence in the North West and North East Job Title: Agric Program Intern Location: Abuja Project: Programs / Feed the Future Nigeria Livelihoods Project JD Link: http://bit.ly/2guaSp5 Ref Code: AGPI101117 Reports to: Team Lead Agriculture & Livelihoods Job Summary: The internship program is designed to provide real world experience to young professionals looking to explore or gain the relevant knowledge and skills required to enter the development career field. Besides gaining valuable experience, interns are exposed to the business environment and gain valuable references and network contacts. The Program Intern’s primary responsibilities are assisting the Agric team lead in various administrative work of program support and monitoring of agricultural activity in (NEE & NW) in compliance to work plan and partners. This internship will last from November 2017 to June 2018 Position Requirements: • Must have a minimum of first degree or equivalent • Demonstrate excellent written and oral Communication skills • Must demonstrate a good willingness and openness to learning • Respect the importance of confidentiality, as a corporate policy • personal details • Excellent knowledge of computer software – MS Office and Excel especially • Results-oriented and ability to work with minimum supervision • Excellent communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills • MUST speak Hausa fluently, • Must have good knowledge and familiarity with the North West and North East environment and terrain Job Title: North East Emergency Program Intern Location: Yola Project: Programs / Feed the Future Nigeria Livelihoods Project JD Link: http://bit.ly/2yg8nQj Ref Code: NEPI101117 Reports to: Admin and Finance Officer and Program Director North-East Job Summary: The internship program is designed to provide real world experience to young professionals looking to explore or gain the relevant knowledge and skills required to enter the development career field. Besides gaining valuable experience, interns are exposed to the business environment and gain valuable references and network contacts. This internship will last from November 2017 to June 2018 Position Requirement: • Must have a minimum of first degree or equivalent • Demonstrate excellent written and oral Communication skills • Must demonstrate a good willingness and openness to learning • Respect the importance of confidentiality, as a corporate policy • personal details • Excellent knowledge of computer software – MS Office and Excel especially • Results-oriented and ability to work with minimum supervision • Excellent communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills • MUST speak Hausa fluently, and at least one of the dominant languages of the North East • Must have good knowledge and familiarity with the North East environment and terrain Job Title: Program Intern- Sustainability Location: Sokoto / Kebbi Project: Programs / Feed the Future Nigeria Livelihoods Project JD Link: http://bit.ly/2xyf2Sy Ref Code: NWPI111017 Reports to: Senior Program Manager Position Requirements: • The person should possess at least a first university degree/HND/NCE with at least 2 years post NYSC experience of work with civil society organizations. Knowledge of government systems and its operations is an added advantage. • The person should be an indigene of Sokoto or Kebbi states and familiar with the project terrain [Project LGAs] • The person should possess high level of inter-personal and protocol skills for engagement with high level state/Local government officials and community leaders. • The person should be able to speak the local and English languages fluently. Agency Wide Competences (For all CRS Staff): These are rooted in the mission, values, and guiding principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results. • Serves with Integrity • Models Stewardship • Cultivates Constructive Relationships • Promotes Learning How to Apply: Interested candidates should download the application form using this link http://goo.gl/8OOQcp and send with a detailed 3-page resume in a single file word document to [email protected] Candidates should indicate in the subject of their application mail, the title of the position and the reference code (GI101117). Applications for this position must be submitted on or before October 24, 2017. Applications received later than the deadline will be disqualified. Equal Opportunity: “CRS is an equal –opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, etc. Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply”. Statement of Commitment to Protection: ‘’CRS’ recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

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mazimekus · 7 years ago

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Solar energy is the obvious solution to the present epileptic power supply problem in Nigeria, the Director-General, National Directorate of Employment, Dr. Nasiru Mohammed, has said.

He noted that the country was witnessing slow progress in power generation which, according to him, is not adequate for the nation’s industrial sector operation capacity.

Mohammed added that the situation was worsened by the rising population of the country.

According to the NDE boss, the epileptic power supply situation is sad considering the fact that the country has abundant sunshine and human resources.

Mohammed, who was represented by the Kwara State Coordinator, NDE, Mr. Adeyemo Ademola, spoke while addressing newsmen during the NDE’s solar energy training scheme in Ilorin, the Kwara State capital.

Mohammed said: “Energy is one of the essential infrastructural components needed for urban and rural economic development.

“Realising the enormous demand for energy in Nigeria and the sector’s potential for employment, the NDE sought for other means of energy production and therefore adopted renewable energy training scheme as one of its strategies for employment generation.

“The Solar Energy Training Scheme is one of the renewable training schemes designed by the NDE to generate employment for the unemployed graduates to explore new areas of job creation for the youths to develop critical sector of the economy and the national needs.”

He commended the NDE management for selecting Kwara State as one of the benefiting states for the training scheme.

According to him, there are several employment opportunities derivable from the solar energy training, namely sales and marketing sales of solar energy materials, installation and consultancy.

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neusustainabledevelopment-blog · 8 years ago

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Goal 5: Gender equality and the 2017 Women's March by Chloe Merat, Environmental Studies ‘19

We March in Solidarity for Women’s Rights Everywhere

“We come here to stand shoulder to shoulder to make it clear: we are here! We will not be silent! We will not play dead! We will fight for what we believe in!” called Elizabeth Warren[i] as I arrived at Boston Common January 21st for the Women’s March. These words resonated with me as they symbolized my purpose for being at this march: fighting for every woman’s right to be heard, represented and respected.

John T. Lumacki/The Boston Globe, via Associated Press (Retrieved from New York Times https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2017/01/21/world/womens-march-pictures.html?_r=0)

That Saturday, 4.2 million people joined the Women’s Marches in more than 600 U.S. cities to stand in solidarity and assert that women’s rights are human rights.

Retrieved from Vox http://www.vox.com/2017/1/22/14350808/womens-marches-largest-demonstration-us-history-map

What I did not expect, however, was to received so much support from the international community. It was estimated that 307,000 people participated in 200 international Women’s Marches, proving that there is no place for sexism and misogyny in the U.S. or anywhere else in the world. The Women’s March was an empowering experience that reminded me to never settle for anything less than gender equality. For this reason, I want to draw attention to Goal 5 of the Sustainable Development Goals (achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls) as I believe it is a pillar around which other goals can be achieved.

Supporting Mali’s Women to Adapt to Climate Change

Traditionally, men earn their income in Mali working on crops, such as cotton or rice. However, climate change has led to more drought and shorter rainy seasons in Mali, resulting in decreased crop performance and a need for women to work and secure enough water and food for their families. This case study is an instance where more than one sustainable development goal can come into play. The Mali National Directorate of Agriculture has partnered with the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) to empower women to mitigate the social and economic consequences of climate change, thus working towards achieving both goal 5 (gender equality) and goal 13 (climate action). With the help of this partnership, the women’s cooperative in the village of Massantola has been able to install a fence and a well that runs on solar energy (goal 7 affordable and clean energy) so that the women can sell some of the vegetables they harvest to supply the cooperative’s fund and use the remaining vegetables to feed their families (goal 1 no poverty and goal 2 zero hunger).

Photo by Imen Meliane/ UNDP Climate Adaptation Mali

Additionally, UNDP has provided the women’s cooperative in Mali with training on sustainable agriculture and land management practices (goal 15 life on land)[ii].

Photo by Imen Meliane/ UNDP Climate Adaptation Mali

Moreover, the women in this case study are given the tools, support and training they need to have the same opportunities as men to not only become income earners and provide for their families, but also to participate in how the village manages its natural resources, its land and its agricultural productivity, thus increasing their economic and political power as citizens and stakeholders of the village (targets 5.1 and 5.5). I wanted to share this case study because I believe gender equality should not be treated separately from the other goals but rather integrated in every United Nations’ initiatives to promote sustainable development.

Education, education, education

True gender equality will only be achieved when every girl is ensured the right to a free, safe, and quality education. And we still have a long way to go:

· 32 million primary-aged girls are still out of school around the world

· 98 million more girls are missing out on secondary education

· In total more than 130 million girls are out of school today[iii]. Some of the reasons being that they have to work, are married early, lack access to school facilities, or have to take care of younger siblings.

· Additionally, girls face violence preventing them from going to school in over 70 countries.

Retrieved from the Malala Fund website

Some organization like The Malala Fund are working incredibly hard to advocate-at local, national and international levels- for resources and policy changes needed to ensure that all girls complete 12 years of school. Check out more about their great educational programs in countries like Pakistan, Nigeria, Kenya, and their efforts to help Syrian refugees gain access to a quality education on their site: https://www.malala.org/programmes

Our mission

Until 2030, our role as concerned citizens of the world is to track the progress of Goal 5 (gender equality) as it is the pillar of the Sustainable Development Goals. It is our job to make sure that it is not neglected as many goals, such as no poverty, zero hunger, good health and well-being, quality education, decent work and economic growth, reduced inequalities and climate action depend on its success. Finally, we have to be prepared to follow the High Level Political Forum in July 2017 as Goal 5 will be reviewed in great detail. You can keep up with this event on the following site: https://sustainabledevelopment.un.org/hlpf

Full list of targets for Goal 5

5.1 End all forms of discrimination against all women and girls everywhere

5.2 Eliminate all forms of violence against all women and girls in the public and private spheres, including trafficking and sexual and other types of exploitation

5.3 Eliminate all harmful practices, such as child, early and forced marriage and female genital mutilation

5.4 Recognize and value unpaid care and domestic work through the provision of public services, infrastructure and social protection policies and the promotion of shared responsibility within the household and the family as nationally appropriate

5.5 Ensure women’s full and effective participation and equal opportunities for leadership at all levels of decision-making in political, economic and public life

5.6 Ensure universal access to sexual and reproductive health and reproductive rights as agreed in accordance with the Programme of Action of the International Conference on Population and Development and the Beijing Platform for Action and the outcome documents of their review conferences

5.A Undertake reforms to give women equal rights to economic resources, as well as access to ownership and control over land and other forms of property, financial services, inheritance and natural resources, in accordance with national laws

5.B Enhance the use of enabling technology, in particular information and communications technology, to promote the empowerment of women

5.C Adopt and strengthen sound policies and enforceable legislation for the promotion of gender equality and the empowerment of all women and girls at all levels[iv]

[iv] https://sustainabledevelopment.un.org/sdg5

[iii] https://www.malala.org/girls-education

[ii] http://stories.undp.org/supporting-malis-women-to-adapt-to-climate-change

[i] https://www.bostonglobe.com/metro/2017/01/21/warren-conjures-core-values-american-democracy-boston-women-march-speech/g3byHiglM6WEUioYpH33QI/story.html

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gbenro · 7 years ago

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Team Leader (international projects) #Vacancy

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Team Leader (international projects)

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Agriculture and Irrigation, Energy, Environment, International Development, Waste Water, Water

International (non UK)

Job Profile

Mott MacDonald’s International Water, Environment and Climate Change division (IWECC), part of our global International Development Services unit, is seeking experienced team leaders/project managers for potential long-term deployed contracts on ongoing and upcoming medium to large scale projects. Mott MacDonald is committed to improving people’s lives through creating and delivering tailored development solutions. We work in developing countries to alleviate poverty, establish good governance, and increase access, capacity and resilience in healthcare, education, water, sanitation, transportation, infrastructure and renewable energy – while safeguarding the environment and promoting human rights and gender equity. What makes us different is that we approach problems from a fresh perspective. As an employee-owned company, we have the freedom and independence of mind to find new ways to enhance human well-being and foster social and economic development through connected thinking. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate, and take positive steps to create an inclusive culture.

Job Description

To lead/manage ongoing and upcoming medium to large scale projects with expertise in one or more of the following technical areas:

water resource planning and management;

irrigation and drainage;

rural development;

water supply and wastewater;

civil engineering design and construction supervision;

procurement and contract management;

agriculture and agri-business;

climate change adaptation;

disaster risk reduction;

institutional strengthening of governmental authorities;

fund management.

Candidate Specification

Min 15 years’ overall experience in one or more of the technical areas listed above

Min 5 years’ experience as a Team Leader/Project Manager managing multi-disciplinary teams composed of international and national consultants

university degree (preferably Masters or higher) in one of the technical areas listed above, project management qualification corresponding to IPMA Level B2 or equivalent would be an advantage

Fluent in English with excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong inter-personal skills

Experience of working in developing countries, preferably one of the priority countries of IWECC (Bangladesh, Pakistan, Nepal, Myanmar, Indonesia, Egypt, South Sudan, Rwanda, Malawi, Tanzania, Uganda, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, Zambia, Mozambique)

Dedication to excellence in project planning, management, and delivery;

Extensive experience in a project environment with substantial project management experience

Experience of maintaining excellent relations with implementing and donor agencies, including the facilitation of evaluation missions

Experience of managing local partners

Experience with monitoring and recordkeeping of projects, preparing work plans, budgets, progress reports and financial reports

Experience of working on multilateral or bilateral aid funded projects

Contract Type

Contract

Work Pattern

Full-Time

Recruiter Contact

Marion MacmillanDouglas

Country

Bangladesh, Egypt, Indonesia, Malawi, Mozambique, Myanmar, Nepal, Nigeria, Pakistan, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia

Global Region

Africa, Asia Pacific, Asia Subcontinent, Middle East

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Environment, International development, Water

Job Expires

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Deputy Chief of Party - Operations #Vacancy

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Requisition Number17-0100

Post Date2/24/2017

TitleDeputy Chief of Party - Operations

CityAbuja

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Deputy Chief of Party/Operations

Economic Growth Division

Position Location: Abuja, Nigeria

Background:

Creative Associates International is a dynamic, fast-growing global development firm that specializes in education, economic growth, democratic development and post-crisis stabilization. Based in Washington, D.C., Creative has a field presence in more than 25 countries with a strong client portfolio that includes the U.S. Agency for International Development and the State Department, among others. Since its founding in 1977, Creative has earned a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.

The purpose of the AgCompete project is to strengthen agriculture productivity and profitability of smallholder farmers in Nigeria. The project will be composed of three main components: design of the Agriculture Competitiveness Fund for private sector partnerships and funding to catalyze technological innovations; administration of the Agriculture Competitiveness Fund to develop private sector partnerships and provide grants; and technical assistance that directly supports, coordinates, and organizes qualifying recipients to achieve the Missions food security objectives. The project will contribute to the Mission’s overall Feed the Future strategy, which looks to improve agriculture competitiveness of smallholder farmers in Nigeria.

Position Summary:

As the Deputy Chief of Party/ Operations, s/he is responsible for the seamless management of all operational aspects of project implementation including finances, office administration, human resources, security, procurement, local subcontractors, and grants in compliance with Creative and USG policies and procedures. In the absence of the COP, the DCOP/Operations will serve as the COP.

Reporting & Supervision:

Reporting directly to the COP, the Deputy Chief of Party will support the COP in the management of program operations and provide technical leadership and oversight, as needed. S/he will directly supervise the grants team, procurement team, the office Manager, the IT department, travel/logistics staff, and the HR and administration team. S/he will additionally serve as primary liaison for international vendors.

Expected Outcomes:

Seamless management of all operational aspects of project implementation including finances, office administration, human resources, security, procurement, local subcontractors, and grants (if required) in compliance with Creative and USG policies and procedures.

Primary Responsibilities:

Ensure streamlined operations systems in line with Creative and donor rules and regulations;

Provide administrative and logistical support to the portfolio of programs;

Ensure an in-depth awareness of operational issues in the context of Nigeria;

Streamline and maintain procurement processes to meet grant deliverables and milestones;

Serve as the primary liaison to all grantees, subcontractors and vendors;

Serves as primary liaison for Creative HQ on international subcontractor issues;

Manages and oversees staff responsible for arranging travel and logistics for staff and project equipment and inventory;

Provides timely and accurate reports on location of staff and assets and maintains proper hard and soft copy files for each. Reports may be requested by HQ or donor;

Responsible for program compliance with Task Order, USG rules and regulations, and Creative policies and procedures;

Supports COP in all operations tasks and duties;

Manages, trains, and mentors key Tunisia team members in the areas of administration, logistics, human resources, procurement, budgeting and finance; and

Respond to requests from donor and supervisors as needed.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

At least a Masters’ degree in business, economics, accounting, finance or other relevant field (or, alternately, a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and 5 additional years of relevant experience);

At least 10 years of relevant work experience, including experience with a Contractor or international NGO managing an office or program;

Prior relevant experience with USAID or USAID-funded projects is required;

At least 5 years of experience in senior operations and/or finance role on large scale projects ($25mln in value or more), including a significant grants component;

Experience managing projects and/or an office with culturally diverse teams and working with counterparts from other cultures;

Prior experience in Nigeria or West Africa is highly preferred; and

Excellent oral and written English required.

Local and regional candidates strongly encouraged to apply.

Position contingent upon donor funding.

Only finalists will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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PROJECT DIRECTOR #Vacancy

19 Sep 2017

Abuja, Nigeria

Full-time

Program Development & Quality

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Save the Children is recruiting for an experienced Project Director to lead on both technical and operational aspects of the Reaching and Empowering Adolescents to make informed Choices for their Health (REACH) project in Gombe, Katsina and Zamfara states Northern Nigeria.The project aims to improve the sexual and reproductive health of married and unmarried adolescents by improving access to high quality, gender-sensitive and adolescent-friendly SRH services for unmarried and married adolescent girls and boys; increasing the decision-making of married and unmarried girls about their own SRH and rights; and improving the integration of civil society contributions and evidence-based best practices in ASRHR policy design and implementation at local and state levels.

The Project Director will provide overall strategic and operational leadership in program implementation. The Project Director must bring a senior leadership profile with a proven track record in managing complex programming delivery in Nigeria.

The Project Director is responsible for ensuring programme delivery and quality, through capacity building of staff and partners, activities planning linked to budget management, implementation and monitoring including data collection and analysis of impact and durable changes brought about by the programme in the areas of responsibility. S/he is also responsible for representing the organization with the donor in country, in all programmatic coordination platforms in Nigeria and in meetings with the government. The Project Director will have budget holding responsibilities.

Programme delivery, management and quality assurance:

Hold overall responsibility for development and implementation of all aspects of the REACH project in Nigeria.

Provide strategic guidance, strong leadership and ensure technically sound decision-making processes.

Lead and motivate the project teams in the areas of responsibility in the delivery of the projects goals and objectives.

Support spot checks and audit processes throughout the project lifecycle while ensuring the implementation of recommendations.

Create and nurture external partnerships; and in particular identify suitable local partners and ensure adherence to the partnership manual.

Ensure compliance with and adherence to Save the Children and the donor’s rules and regulations in all aspects.

Ensure timely start up of the grant in collaboration with the field managers of the relevant bases and the senior awards manager, the director of operations, through planning the project opening meeting, and developing all grants management documents such as phased budget, work-plan of implementation, procurement plan, monitoring plan, grants filing, staff recruitment plan, etc.

Ensure regular monitoring and reporting on all grant management aspects: phased budget and actual expenses analysis, work-plan progress and updating, procurement plan revision, data collection and analysis and monitoring of indicators.

Take full responsibility for the delegated budget holding function on the programmatic aspects of the managed grant, participate actively in finance meetings and contribute to financial decision making.

Ensure value for money can be effectively demonstrated to the donor.

Ensure monitoring and evaluation tools are systematically implemented and used by the teams, in cooperation with the technical education coordinator and Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) staff.

Produce high quality reports within agreed reporting schedules.

Ensure programming interventions are implemented in cooperation with affected communities, particularly children.

Ensure programming interventions are designed based on an analysis of gender relations and that programmes seek to support the different needs and opportunities of women, men, boys and girls.

Conduct regular field visits, including discussions with beneficiaries, where a report is produced and corrective actions put in place and monitored.

Ensure Save the Children’s Child Protection & Safeguarding Policy is understood by staff within the programme as well as partners and stakeholders, and that it is integrated into all aspects of the team’s work.

Document programme learning, and incorporate analysis and lessons learned into new strategies/activities and advocacy work.

Ensure programme delivery happens in strict adherence to security policy and procedures.

Performance management and capacity building:

Line-manage the programme’s staff in the areas of responsibility.

Lead, manage and motivate the programme’s staff, ensuring they have clear objectives and receive meaningful feedback on their performance regularly, in collaboration with the human resources department.

Identify capacity building requirements of staff in collaboration with the human resources department.

Lead on capacity building of staff and partners through coaching, mentoring and training.

Create and maintain a cooperative and positive working environment where staff have clear roles and responsibilities, participate in decision making and are supported in progressing towards their objectives.

Coordination:

Represent the programme and Save the Children at donor meetings in country and internationally as required.

Communicate regularly across Save the Children and with SC Canada to ensure strong communications internally and externally.

Participate proactively and regularly in senior management meetings in the areas of responsibility, making concrete contributions to strategic and operational orientations.

In collaboration with the field managers in the areas of responsibility, represent Save the Children Nigeria with local authorities and governmental counterparts (Ministry of Health, Women Affairs, etc.), donors and members of the humanitarian community, and ensure that Save the Children’s work is coordinated with these bodies.

Programme development and fundraising:.

Identify the most appropriate Sexual and Reproductive Health programming interventions for meeting the needs of children based on assessment findings.

Lead on situation analysis/needs assessments in the area of responsibility and ensure all proposals respond to beneficiary needs.

Play an active role in the development of a fundraising strategy in the areas of responsibility and in donor liaison where appropriate.

Incorporate analysis and lessons learned into new strategies/activities.

Others:

Contribute to advocacy and research initiatives.

Advocate for the importance of child protection and education in emergency and post-emergency settings.

Comply with all relevant Save the Children policies and procedures with respect to child safeguarding policy, health and safety, equal opportunities and other relevant policies.

Any other reasonable duty as may be assigned that is consistent with the nature of the job and level of responsibility.

BEHAVIOURS (Values in Practice)

Accountability:

holds self accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving and role modelling Save the Children values

holds the team and partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities - giving them the freedom to deliver in the best way they see fit, providing the necessary development to improve performance and applying appropriate consequences when results are not achieved.

Ambition:

sets ambitious and challenging goals for themselves and their team, takes responsibility for their own personal development and encourages their team to do the same

widely shares their personal vision for Save the Children, engages and motivates others

future orientated, thinks strategically and on a global scale.

Collaboration:

builds and maintains effective relationships, with their team, colleagues, Members and external partners and supporters

values diversity, sees it as a source of competitive strength

approachable, good listener, easy to talk to.

Creativity:

develops and encourages new and innovative solutions

willing to take disciplined risks.

Integrity:

honest, encourages openness and transparency; demonstrates highest levels of integrity

Essential:

Sound knowledge of Adolecent Sexual Reproductive health issues and gender in Nigeira including institutions, policies and legal frameworks.

Strong analytical and conceptual skills and the ability to think and plan strategically.

Ability to analyse information, evaluate options and to think and plan strategically.

At least 8 years experience of working in the Health sector essentially in the area of sexual and reproductive health;

Prior experience in managing GAC/ USIAD/ DFID funded programmes.

Management of large grants and complex budgets

Knowledge and working experience of Child’s Rights Programming approach.

Proven skills in programme management and administration, including grants management and donor compliance.

Experience of building, leading and developing a team of senior staff with different backgrounds and expertise.

Skills and experience in programme monitoring review, reporting and evaluation.

Strong skills in people management, moderation, conflict resolution and capacity-building.

At least 8 years’ experience of working at senior management level within fragile or conflict affected states.

Ability to lead a programme and support a team working from remote locations.

Excellent report writing skills and fluency in written and spoken English

Commitment to and understanding of Save the Children aims, values and principles.

Desirable:

Experience in protection programming and promoting children’s participation in programming, design, implementation and evaluation.

Gender and sexual & reproductive health issue experience especially on girls’ education

Working experience in Northern Nigeria and ability to wirk in difficult circumstances.

Capacity and willingness to be extremely flexible

Fluency in written and spoken Hausa will be an added advantage

Previous safety and security training for working in conflict settings

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.

Due to the urgency to fill this position applications will be assessed as they are received and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Senior Project Manager, MAFITA #Vacancy

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MAFITA is a £32m, six year youth employment programme operating in Nigeria’s northern states, funded by DFID and implemented by Adam Smith International in partnership with City & Guilds and Making Cents. Through a combination of innovative skills development and job creation interventions, MAFITA will support over 60,000 marginalised young people to find employment or become entrepreneurs by 2021. MAFITA is a flagship youth employment programme for DFID and Adam Smith International.

Commencing with a design phase in April 2015, MAFITA is currently in its pilot intervention phase which runs until April 2018. Following the pilot phase, MAFITA will run three years of full-scale implementation between 2018 and 2021. MAFITA’s pilot interventions include:

Component 1 (Community Skills Development Centres - COSDECs): MAFITA will support the re-modelling of business apprenticeship training centres in the target states. The COSDECs will be designed to operate as a ‘One-Stop-Shop’ skills delivery facility offering foundational skills, vocational, entrepreneurial, life skills training, incubation facilities to the beneficiaries, as well as a community-based governance structure.

Component 2 (Apprenticeships): MAFITA will also champion skill delivery mechanism in the informal sector that will be tailored to suit the specific circumstances of the marginalised youth. Technical and vocational education and training (TVET) facilities will be used to train master craftspeople (MCPs), who will then educate beneficiaries through apprenticeship schemes.

Component 3 (TVET): MAFITA will support selected technical colleges to build their capacities in terms of human resources and equipment to meet the minimum requirement of the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) to be able to deliver relevant and quality skills delivery at level 3 of the national qualification framework for MAFITA beneficiaries.

Component 4 (LED and MSE support): Improving local economic development to ensure demand for target beneficiaries in self- or wage-employment. Access to Finance: MAFITA will facilitate the design of effective access to finance strategies that will help micro-lenders deliver financial products that serve beneficiaries and micro and small enterprises (MSEs). Access to Business Development Services: MAFITA will support graduates of the training programmes that opt for self-employment to develop their ideas into viable start-ups. Training to Work: MAFITA will facilitate the provision of information on job opportunities and requirements, simplifying the access to the labour market for graduates seeking employment.

The Senior Project Manager position is wide-ranging, covering oversight / delivery of core programme management functions and taking a substantial stake in shaping and delivering the programme together with the Team Leader and other senior programme team members. The selected candidate will manage a team of approximately eight (including a project manager and project assistant, finance and operations specialists, and four state coordinators) and have overall responsibility for ensuring effective and efficient delivery of MAFITA’s key programme management functions.

What We Offer You

We’ve built a culture to reflect our principles, full of likeminded professionals who are smart, passionate and great at what they do.

We are proud to offer you a dynamic and friendly team environment, a highly competitive package and the opportunity to work on a highly successful portfolio of programmes.

If interested, please follow the instructions below to apply, and we will provide you with the Terms of Reference for the job should you be successful.

Required Skills

Desirable – Masters in a relevant subject

Good undergraduate degree in a relevant subject

Good negotiation skills.

Advanced project management skills.

Good people management skills.

Good budget, finance and forecasting skills.

Ability to build effective, credible client relationships and networks.

Required Experience

Practical experience managing large-scale, complex development projects in developing countries, particularly in Sub-Saharan Africa (experience in Nigeria is desirable);

Experience managing project teams, consultants and other stakeholders, in particular private sector firms in desirable;

Experience undertaking relevant research and producing high quality written research outputs

Job LocationKano, Kano, NigeriaDepartmentInclusive Economic GrowthPosition TypeFull-Time/RegularApply

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TA - WASH Officer - NOB, Nigeria (5 Mouth) - Batch Recruitment #Vacancy

Job no: 506204 Position type: Temporary Appointment Location: Nigeria Division/Equivalent: Dakar (WCAR), Senegal School/Unit: Nigeria Department/Office: Port Harcourt Zone Officer, Nigeria Categories: WASH (Water, Sanitation and Hygiene)

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PURPOSE OF THIS ASSIGNMENT

Under the general supervision and guidance of the WASH Specialist (L3), UNICEF Field Office, Rivers, the WASH Officer will be responsible for providing technical, operational and administrative assistance to the WASH Programme in Rivers Field Office. The Officer prepares, manages and implements a number of technical and administrative tasks related to the design, development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the WASH output results of the Nigeria Country Programme.

The WASH Officer will work under the overall guidance of the Chief of Field Office, Rivers with technical guidance from the WASH Specialist, UNICEF Rivers.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Programme development and Planning:

Prepare technical reports and inputs for programme preparation and documentation, ensuring accuracy, timeliness and relevance of information.

Contribute to the development/establishment of WASH related outcome and output results, as well as related strategies, through analysis of WASH sector needs and priorities

Provide technical and administrative support throughout all stages of programming process by executing/administering a variety of technical programme transactions, preparing materials/documentations, complying with organizational processes and management systems, to support progress towards the WASH related outcome and/or output results in the country programme.

Programme management, monitoring and delivery of results

Work collaboratively with internal and external colleagues and partners to collect/analyse/share information on implementation issues, provide solutions on routine programme implementation and alert appropriate officials and stakeholders for higher level interventions and/or decisions. Keep record of reports and assessments for easy reference and/or to capture and institutionalise lessons learned

Participate in monitoring and evaluation exercises, programme reviews and annual sectoral reviews with government and other counterparts and prepare reports on results for required action/interventions at higher level of programme management.

Monitor and report on sectoral programme resources (Financial, administrative and other assets), verify compliance with approved allocations, organizational rules, regulations/procedures, donor commitments, standards of accountability and integrity.

Technical and operational support for Programme Implementation

Undertakes field visits and surveys, collect and share reports with partners/stakeholders. Report critical issues, bottlenecks and potential problems to supervisor, for timely action.

Provide technical and operational support to government counterparts, NGO partners, UN system partners and other country Office partners/donors on the application and understanding of UNICEF policies, strategies, processes and best practices in WASH, to support programme implementation.

Innovation, Knowledge management and Capacity building

Compile WASH programme implementation, preparedness, and training and orientation materials to promote knowledge sharing with counterparts, WASH sectoral stakeholders, donors and media.

Support the development, implementation, monitoring and documentation of Lessons learnt, WASH action research and innovations ( technical and systems)

Assist in creating and delivering learning opportunities for WASH Staff, to ensure our sector capacity remains up to date with latest developments and strategies.

Communication and Networking

Ensure the effective communication and networking developed and maintained through partnership and collaboration.

Collaborate with Operations staff to implement internal controls systems and resolve day-to-day issues or discrepancies in financial or supply management.

Team with local Government and sectoral stakeholders counterparts to exchange information on WASH programme implementation, status, capacity and risk mapping, preparedness as well as movement, prepositioning and distribution of supplies.

Coordinate with members of the development community, including NGOs, UN and bilateral agencies in the exchange of information relating to WASH sector. Where appropriate support the IASC WASH Cluster during preparedness and response to emergencies.

Minimum Qualifications, Experience and Competencies:

Education

University degree in one of the disciplines relevant to the following areas: Public Health, Social Sciences, Sanitation Engineering, Geology, Hydrology or a field relevant WASH. Additional training in Health Education or Communication for Development (Programme Communication), an asset.

Work Experience

Two years of professional work experience in WASH related Programmes.

Background/familiarity with Emergency preparedness and response

Experience of high level advocacy for resource mobilization is an advantage

Knowledge of global human rights issues, specifically relating to children and women, and the current UNICEF position and approaches.

Knowledge of global environmental issues that pertain to sustainable development and specifically relation to children and women.

Gender equality and diversity awareness

Language Proficiency

Fluency in English and local working language of the duty station. Knowledge of another official UN language or a local language is an asset.

Advertised: Jul 27 2017 W. Central Africa Standard Time Application close: Aug 09 2017 W. Central Africa Standard Time

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Human Resources Officer NOB - Abuja #Vacancy

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English UK ‎(English UK)‎

Career Opportunities: Human Resources Officer NOB - Abuja (57302)Requisition #

57302

- Posted

28/06/2017

Fixed Term

Africa, Western

Nigeria

Abuja

- Working Job Language (1) -

HUMAN RESOURCES

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ABOUT WFP

The United Nations World Food Programme is the world's largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide. The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes. Every day, WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious food they need.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Advanced university degree in Human Resource Management, Public or Business Administration, Industrial Psychology or other relevant field, or First University degree with additional years of related work experience or trainings/courses. Experience: Typically three or more years of postgraduate professional experience in Human Resources with an interest in international humanitarian development.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Broad or specialised knowledge of HR best practices, techniques and processes with some understanding of the basic theoretical background. • Ability to supervise and support more junior and/or less experienced members of the team. • Ability to work with minimal supervision. • Ability to analyze data, draw conclusions and recommend a course of action. • Good communication skills required to give and receive information and work with a variety of individuals. • Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with clients and provide client oriented service. Ability to identify client’s needs and match them to appropriate solutions. • Knowledge of, or the ability to quickly assimilate, UN/WFP specific processes and systems. Language: Fluency (level C) in English language.

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

These jobs are found in Country Offices (COs), Regional Bureaux (RBs), and Headquarters (HQ), and typically report to a more senior HR Officer, Regional/Country Director or the designate. Job holders operate with minimal supervision, and provide guidance to junior staff to ensure that operational and project objectives are achieved. They are heavily involved in day–to-day activities and analytical work. Job holders provide advice on low complex issues, applying HR rules, regulations and expertise in making determinations and recommendations across a range of activities.

JOB PURPOSE

To deliver a professional, client-focused HR services, partnering with managers to implement HR solutions in line with WFP corporate priorities.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

1. Contribute towards the development of country specific plans and processes, and deliver HR operational activities or projects, following standard processes and ensuring alignment with wider WFP policies. 2. Provide advice to managers and employees, understanding their needs and ensuring policies, procedures, processes, systems and tools are available and correctly applied to support them. 3. Provide effective management of the employment relationship between WFP and its staff, by administering conditions of service, contracts and appropriate entitlements, and resolving employee relations issues. 4. Contribute to staff capability building, working with managers to understand individual skills and business requirements, and organizing/delivering development solutions which equip people with the skills and knowledge required to meet current and future challenges. 5. Deliver onboarding activities which ensure new employees have a positive experience of WFP, and are successfully integrated into their new role and the organisation. 6. Contribute to building and managing talent within WFP, working with managers to understand their needs and delivering solutions to recruit, retain, manage and develop a high caliber workforce to deliver business objectives. 7. Support organizational design activities that enable senior management to define and organize structures and jobs, and allocate people to the right places in order to improve efficiency. 8. Guide and supervise junior staff, acting as a point of referral and supporting them with analysis and queries. 9. Collate and analyse data for the preparation of accurate and timely reporting, supporting a WFP wide view of HR activities that enables informed decision-making and consistent information for stakeholders. 10. Contribute to continuous improvement by implementing new/updated HR policies, procedures and systems and recommending improvements to ways of working. 11. Other as required.

4Ps CORE ORGANISATIONAL CAPABILITIES

Purpose

Understand and communicate the Strategic Objectives: Understands WFP’s Strategic Objectives and the link to own work objectives.

Be a force for positive change: Flexibly adapts individual contributions to accommodate changes in direction from supervisors and internal/external changes (such as evolving needs of beneficiaries, new requirements of partners).

Make the mission inspiring to our team: Recognizes and shares with team members the ways in which individual contributions relate to WFP’s mission.

Make our mission visible in everyday actions: Sets own goals in alignment with WFP’s overall operations, and is able to communicate this link to others.

People

Look for ways to strengthen people's skills: Assesses own strengths and weaknesses to increase self-awareness, and includes these in conversations on own developmental needs.

Create an inclusive culture: Participates in open dialogue, and values the diverse opinion of others, regardless of background, culture, experience, or country assignment.

Be a coach & provide constructive feedback: Proactively seeks feedback and coaching to build confidence, and develop and improve individual skills.

Create an “I will”/”We will” spirit: Participates in accomplishing team activities and goals in the face of challenging circumstances.

Performance

Encourage innovation & creative solutions: Shows willingness to explore and experiment with new ideas and approaches in own work.

Focus on getting results: Consistently delivers results within individual scope of work on time, on budget and without errors.

Make commitments and make good on commitments: Commits to upholding individual accountabilities and responsibilities in the face of ever-changing country or functional priorities.

Be Decisive: Makes rational decisions about individual activities when faced with uncertain circumstances, including in times of ambiguity regarding information or manager direction.

Partnership

Connect and share across WFP units: Seeks to understand and adapt to internal or cross-unit teams’ priorities and preferred working styles.

Build strong external partnerships: Demonstrates ability to understand and appropriately respond to and/or escalate needs of external partners.

Be politically agile & adaptable: Portrays an informed and professional demeanor toward internal and external partners and stakeholders.

Be clear about the value WFP brings to partnerships: Provides operational support on analyses and assessments that quantifies and demonstrates WFP’s unique value as a partner.

FUNCTIONAL CAPABILITIES

N/A

OTHER SPECIFIC JOB REQUIREMENTS

This section is optional to describe additional responsibilities & knowledge required for the specific job.

DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE

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TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Only Nigerian nationals are eligible to apply for this position.

Applications must be submitted online, and in English only.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

15 July 2017

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Business Support Assistant G4 #Vacancy

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Career Opportunities: Business Support Assistant G4 - HR Abuja (56984)Requisition #

56984

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28/06/2017

Fixed Term

Africa, Western

Nigeria

Abuja

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ABOUT WFP

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Completion of secondary school education. Post-Secondary School certification or additional training in administrative field required. Experience: Four or more years of progressively responsible work experience in the relative business stream with experience in general administrative work.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Proficient in the use of office equipment and computer software packages, such as Microsoft Word. • Knowledge of work routines and methods in order to complete processes under minimal supervision. • Uses tact and courtesy to give and receive information to a wide range of individuals. • Ability to identify data discrepancies and rectify problems requiring attention. • Ability to offer guidance or basic on-the-job training to more junior staff.

Language: Fluency in both oral and written communication in English.

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

These jobs are found in Country Offices (COs), Regional Bureaux (RBs), and Headquarters (HQ). Job holders may either perform administrative support functions in the front office and report to the Business Support Associate, or provide administrative support to team(s) with the reporting line to the relevant Head of Unit, Chief, or the designate. In cases where these positions support a specific business stream, the reporting line may be to the relevant Head of Unit, Chief, or the designate. At this level, work is carried out under minimal supervision. Job holders are expected to produce organised and accurate work, undertaking specific business support activities. They may offer guidance on standard practices to more junior staff in their area of work.

JOB PURPOSE

To deliver standard business support processes for a specific professional area of work, to facilitate effective service delivery.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

1. Gather information with clear direction to support the drafting of documents and preparing reports by other staff. 2. Respond to queries and escalate where appropriate, in order to provide a timely and accurate service to clients. 3. Support processing and managing routine administrative and financial tasks in various functional areas, to contribute to the effective and timely management of resources. 4. Provide revision and proof-reading services for standard documents, to contribute to the development of accurate documentation. 5. Take responsibility for the maintenance of set standard systems and files, to ensure information is accurate and readily available for the function. 6. Identify simple discrepancies in statistics and data, such as missing information, and report to senior staff in order to support clients to deliver their work. 7. Take responsibility for data integrity to facilitate availability of accurate information in corporate systems. 8. Provide guidance on routine business support methods and practices to junior colleagues to ensure services are delivered consistently and to the required standards. 9. Work with a variety of individuals, taking on feedback where appropriate to assist in business support delivery for staff.

4Ps CORE ORGANISATIONAL CAPABILITIES

Purpose

Understand and communicate the Strategic Objectives: Helps teammates articulate WFP’s Strategic Objectives.

Be a force for positive change: Suggests potential improvements to team’s work processes to supervisor.

Make the mission inspiring to our team: Explains the impact of WFP activities in beneficiary communities to teammates.

Make our mission visible in everyday actions: Articulates how own unit’s responsibilities will serve WFP’s mission.

People

Look for ways to strengthen people's skills: Trains junior teammates on new skills and capabilities.

Create an inclusive culture: Seeks opportunities to work with people from different backgrounds.

Be a coach & provide constructive feedback: Serves as a peer coach for colleagues in same area of work.

Create an “I will”/”We will” spirit: Tracks progress toward goals and shares this information on a regular basis with supervisor.

Performance

Encourage innovation & creative solutions: Explores ways to consistently be more efficient and accurate in own areas of work and shares new methods of work with colleagues.

Focus on getting results: Focuses on getting results and tracks trends in completion rates for own tasks to identify opportunities for efficiency.

Make commitments and make good on commitments: Takes responsibility for own tasks and notifies supervisor as soon as possible of potential delays in meeting deadlines or commitments.

Be Decisive: Independently decides what action to take when faced with critical choices in the workplace or in dangerous situations in the field.

Partnership

Connect and share across WFP units: Suggests opportunities for partnering with other units to supervisor.

Build strong external partnerships: Identifies opportunities to work with colleagues and partners in the field towards common goals.

Be politically agile & adaptable: Develops an understanding of the value of WFP’s teams and external partners in fulfilling team’s goals and objectives.

Be clear about the value WFP brings to partnerships: Aligns own activities with supervisor’s priorities to fulfill internal and external partner needs.

DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted at each stage.

Only Nigerian nationals and holders of valid residence & work permits are eligible to apply.

Applications should be submitted in English and online only.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

15 July 2017

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INGO Forum Director - Nigeria #Vacancy

INGO Forum Director - Nigeria

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DescriptionAbout Mercy Corps

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

Program / Department Summary

The INGO Forum in Nigeria was formed in late 2014 owing to a need for a collaborative platform for effective and principled INGO interaction, engagement and coordination of humanitarian, recovery and development interventions in Nigeria. In 2017 the INGO Forum is a critical platform for ensuring effective information sharing and analysis; leadership on advocacy and policy engagement; and liaison with government/donor/UN engagement and engagement ensuring the perspectives of INGOs and affected populations are ultimately included in decision-making processes. The INGO Forum is governed a core membership of 35 members (and 5 observers), an elected Executive Committee of three Country Directors and a Chair that works alongside a full term Secretariat to fulfil the function of the Forum. As of March 2017, the INGO Forum is administratively hosted by Mercy Corps in Nigeria’s capital city of Abuja.

General Position Summary

The INGO Forum Director is overall responsible for facilitating, leading and quality managing the work of the INGO Forum ensuring it remains relevant to the needs of its members and is appropriate to the context. Key duties include: proactive agenda setting; facilitating a space for NGO-NGO collaboration; enabling sharing of information and analysis for effective decision-making; high level representation of INGO interests in external meetings and planning efforts; and strategically guide and encourage common advocacy and policy engagement. The Director also manages the Secretariat of three full term staff. Plans are underway in 2017 for an expansion to at least five positions including to the operational humanitarian coordination platform based in Maiduguri. The position requires an individual with a strong understanding and ability to navigate complex humanitarian and development issues and landscape, build effective coalitions and relationships, and drive principled engagement of INGOs in the country particularly ensuring that the voices of affected populations and their protection is central to the various responses.

Essential Job Responsibilities

The INGO Forum Director will have purview of INGO engagement across Nigeria and engage predominantly at the Federal level elevating operational concerns in strategic decision-making mechanisms and processes and also engaging in regional and global platforms to raise the profile of the Nigeria context.

Strategic Coordination and Representation

Ensure transparent coordination mechanisms and regular information sharing between NGOs and other stakeholders.

Enable NGOs to coordinate at strategic and operational level in Nigeria by facilitating high quality, regular meetings of Country Directors, Senior Field Managers, thematic working groups, representatives of the INGO Forum and other mechanisms that maximizes the impact of INGO action in Nigeria. Ensuring information flows, feedback, drafting of relevant agenda and timely follow up on action points.

Encourage active and open dialogue between the INGO Secretariat, NGO Executive Committee and Plenary and Humanitarian Managers.

Participate in important policy and planning processes underway at the UN and government level that requires field level operational inputs from INGOs e.g. Humanitarian Response Plan (HRP), multi-donor and UN longer-term recovery and development planning.

Provide a regular and reliable conduit for the UN, Government, donor representatives and other stakeholders to communicate and coordinate with NGOs

Help maintain high quality countrywide coordination within humanitarian actors and between humanitarian and conflict mitigation/peace-building, recovery and development/governance actors.

Coordinate visits of high level evaluation missions, UN and NGO missions, researchers, donors, diplomats as required

Increase and enhance INGO engagement with national NGOs and civil society groups to create potential coalitions around key thematic areas.

Identify opportunities and strategies for coordination with peace-building and development actors and humanitarians in Nigeria

Senior Level Representation

Actively represent INGO Forum member in senior humanitarian and development platforms e.g. HCT, ISWG, Donor Group, and ensure engagement with and high profile external discussions and ensure the dissemination of high quality written feedback.

Along with the NGO Steering Committee Chair and members, represent the NGO community at high-level fora including UN forums, multi-Donor meetings and other representative bodies as required including outside of Nigeria at capital level.

Work effectively with delegated representatives of the INGO Forum and ensure accountability to members.

Advocacy and Policy Leadership

Lead in implementation of Advocacy Strategy while mobilizing and leveraging support from member organizations.

Work with INGO Advocacy Working Group to regularly draft policy and positioning papers and briefs in line with collective views of INGO Forum members on topics of concern.

Actively engage high profile targets and allies within UN, GoN, donor and diplomatic communities in Nigeria and externally to further advocacy objectives.

Stay informed on global, regional and national opportunities to further advocacy objectives by anticipating key dates and ensuring adequate time to contribute productively. Liaise with relevant consortia to this end.

Collect, analyze and share information relevant to members and external stakeholders, often with the goal of influencing policies and improving operational or protection space.

Information Sharing, Analysis and Best Practice

Acting as focal point for information/experience sharing with and among NGOs on relevant issues including managing NGO Forum and NGO SC membership, contact lists and mailing lists

Offer regular analysis on key thematic and operational issues impacting humanitarian, recovery and development responses and affected populations.

Ensure timely response to requests for help and information from member organizations, non-member organizations and other stakeholders, such as donors, governments and UN agencies. Often this requires a high degree of coordination and the collection of sensitive information.

Create feedback mechanisms, open learning channels, support pilot efforts for knowledge management, and ensure information flow between NGOs.

Conduct active and continued research into prevailing humanitarian, socio-economic, geo-political, security situation in Nigeria, providing the Forum with regular updates.

Identify gaps in research and analysis that could be used by large numbers of the membership and hire and manage consultants as needed to assist with and complement this task.

Project Management and Human Resources

Ensure high quality INGO Forum donor reporting and proposal development, as well as donor liaison on key areas of progress in collaboration with the Chair and Host Agency.

Report back to Executive Committee and Plenary on project activity progress, expenditure and plans.

Build and maintain a productive relationship with the Host Agency.

Manage consultants, researchers and other external support.

Provide leadership and direction, promote professional working relationships, and encourage staff.

Conduct regular performance appraisals identifying capacity building needs and further career objectives; follow-up, and maintain updated job descriptions

Update the INGO Forum Strategy on an annual basis

Ensure smooth running of the governance model of the INGO Forum and where required make recommendations for changes.

Accountability To Beneficiaries

Team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work.

Supervisory Responsibility

Directly: INGO Forum Support Manager, INGO Forum Field Coordinator, Senior Liaison Adviser, Policy Adviser, Program Support Assistant.

Accountability

Supervisory Accountability:

The position reports to the Chair of INGO Forum Executive Committee.

Only for budgetary and administrative issues, the position reports to Mercy Corps Country Director.

External :

INGO Forum Executive Committee: reporting, information, collaboration, cooperation

INGO Country Directors: coordination, collaboration, information

INGO Technical departments/Sectors: information, collaboration, coordination

Government Ministries/Agencies/Departments: Liaison, lobbying, representation, advocacy, information, collaboration, cooperation

UN agencies: lobbying, representation, information, collaboration

Donors: Lobbying, information, collaboration

Works Directly With: other INGO Forum staff, INGO Directors and managers, Mercy Corps finance, operations and security team members.

Knowledge and Experience

7+ years of experience in a conflict or post-conflict setting with an INGO in a coordination or senior management role ( ex Country Director or similar levels). Experience of working in complex humanitarian situations is preferred.

Tertiary undergraduate/postgraduate qualifications in international relations, political science, development or other relevant field

Proven high profile management, coordination and advocacy experience in humanitarian context.

Familiarity with humanitarian principles and response architecture (such as UN or INGO-led coordination mechanisms) and key humanitarian policy issues.

Strong understanding of conflict sensitivity and protection

Knowledge of the Nigeria context or previous experience working in Nigeria or West Africa

Experience in administration and coordination of coalition or secretariat functions a plus.

Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities.

Strong communication, inter-personal, facilitation and diplomatic skills.

Fluency in English, both written and verbal, with strong writing and editing skills. Knowledge of Hausa is a plus.

Excellent computer skills.

Success Factors

Commitment to achieve results in a timely manner

Trustworthiness and integrity

Committed to humanitarian values and principles

People management skills

Influencing and negotiation skills

Communication

Cultural sensitivity

Gender equity and protection sensitive

Creative solutions to problems

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Aviation Officer P4 - Abuja, Nigeria #Vacancy

Career Opportunities: (54961)Requisition #

54961

- Posted

26/06/2017

Fixed Term

Africa, Western

Nigeria

Abuja

- Working Job Language (1) -

LOGISTICS

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ABOUT WFP

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is the world's largest humanitarian agency, fighting hunger worldwide. WFP is seeking to fill the position of Aviation Officer P4 level, based in Abuja, Nigeria.

WFP Aviation is the recognized leader in humanitarian aviation and, through its expertise, provides air services to more than 1,000 different humanitarian organizations in various locations across the world. With more than 80 contracted aircraft in over 15 aviation field operations globally, WFP provides an apt platform for aviation professionals seeking highly rewarding career opportunities. A job tenure with us is an exciting adventure which involves working in line management positions in any of our country offices and at the headquarters in Rome. Staff have an enviable career path where their knowledge and skills are enhanced in diverse areas in the aviation industry including – but not limited to – contract management, technical compliance, quality assurance, aviation safety, air operations management, aviation security and human resource management. We welcome you to be part of this exhilarating journey to facilitate humanitarian assistance to the world’s vulnerable populations.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

Participate in the development of standard aviation operating procedures within the field, or contribute towards global aviation policies and tools for use across WFP, ensuring that aviation objectives are accomplished in compliance with WFP, UN AVSTADS, ICAO, and SARP standards.

Provide technical advice, guidance and support to operations in the field or manage all activities and resources relating to specific WFP Aviation or UNHAS operations of moderate complexity ensuring the availability of safe, efficient and cost effective aviation services to the humanitarian community.

Hold accountability for the safety and security of all aviation operations within the area of assignment ensuring that all required security measures, systems and programmes are in place.

Sustain strategic partnerships with key entities such as governments, NGOs, private sector organisations and UN agencies to facilitate coordinated and sustainable services e.g. uninterrupted humanitarian access to remote locations and readily available assets for emergency interventions.

Maintain productive relationships with regional and country directors and WFP partners within own transportation modality/region (e.g. user agencies counterparts, regional aviation safety officers) to support effective negotiation of air operations tariffs, charges and taxes and provide a coordinated service to aviation customers within the region.

Lead and motivate an aviation team, providing coaching, training and guidance as required to ensure appropriate development and enable high performance.

Build and strengthen the capacity of WFP staff, civil aviation authorities, local government institutions, user agencies and other humanitarian aviation service providers to encourage safe, efficient and cost effective operations.

Oversee and prepare accurate and timely accounting, data analysis and reporting, to contribute to a WFP wide view of aviation activities, enabling informed decision making and detailed reporting to donor representatives.

Contribute to preparedness actions, providing technical recommendations and guidance and monitoring the management of specific aviation risks to enable WFP to quickly provide passenger services, relief supplies and emergency medical and security evacuations at the onset of a crisis.

Take responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives in all areas of work, to ensure equal participation of women and men.

Act in an assigned emergency response capacity as required to meet emergency food assistance needs.

Other as required.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Language: Fluency in oral and written English with an intermediate knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian and Spanish) or Portuguese (one of WFP’s working languages).

Education: Advanced University degree in Aeronautics, Aviation Engineering, Airport Management or other relevant field, or First University degree with additional years of relevant work experience and/or training/courses. Commercial Pilot License, Air Traffic Control License or Flight Operations Officer License (or equivalent), Aeronautical Engineer or Maintenance Engineer License

Experience: At least 8 years of professional experience in Aviation or related fields

DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE

Experience leading one or more aspects of safety or quality assurance programs.

Proven track record of managing the risk preparedness process from aviation risk identification and analysis to contingency planning.

Managed an air transport portfolio in a complex political and/or high-risk setting.

Coordinated with state authorities and other key stakeholders to facilitate air operations.

Successfully led high-performing teams to deliver on project objectives.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Selected candidate will be employed on a fixed-term contract with a probationary period of one year and eligible for the Rest and Recuperation (R&R) scheme. He/she will be required to travel abroad sometime to remote and difficult locations.

WFP offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, including basic salary, post adjustment, relocation entitlement, travel and shipment allowances, 30 days’ annual leave, home leave, an education grant for dependent children, pension plan and medical insurance. For more details please visit icsc.un.org

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

09 July 2017

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Human Resources Officer NOB - Abuja #Vacancy

Language

English UK ‎(English UK)‎

Career Opportunities: Human Resources Officer NOB - Abuja (57302)Requisition #

57302

- Posted

28/06/2017

Fixed Term

Africa, Western

Nigeria

Abuja

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HUMAN RESOURCES

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ABOUT WFP

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge & Skills:

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

JOB PURPOSE

To deliver a professional, client-focused HR services, partnering with managers to implement HR solutions in line with WFP corporate priorities.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

4Ps CORE ORGANISATIONAL CAPABILITIES

Purpose

Understand and communicate the Strategic Objectives: Understands WFP’s Strategic Objectives and the link to own work objectives.

Make the mission inspiring to our team: Recognizes and shares with team members the ways in which individual contributions relate to WFP’s mission.

Make our mission visible in everyday actions: Sets own goals in alignment with WFP’s overall operations, and is able to communicate this link to others.

People

Look for ways to strengthen people's skills: Assesses own strengths and weaknesses to increase self-awareness, and includes these in conversations on own developmental needs.

Create an inclusive culture: Participates in open dialogue, and values the diverse opinion of others, regardless of background, culture, experience, or country assignment.

Be a coach & provide constructive feedback: Proactively seeks feedback and coaching to build confidence, and develop and improve individual skills.

Create an “I will”/”We will” spirit: Participates in accomplishing team activities and goals in the face of challenging circumstances.

Performance

Encourage innovation & creative solutions: Shows willingness to explore and experiment with new ideas and approaches in own work.

Focus on getting results: Consistently delivers results within individual scope of work on time, on budget and without errors.

Make commitments and make good on commitments: Commits to upholding individual accountabilities and responsibilities in the face of ever-changing country or functional priorities.

Be Decisive: Makes rational decisions about individual activities when faced with uncertain circumstances, including in times of ambiguity regarding information or manager direction.

Partnership

Connect and share across WFP units: Seeks to understand and adapt to internal or cross-unit teams’ priorities and preferred working styles.

Build strong external partnerships: Demonstrates ability to understand and appropriately respond to and/or escalate needs of external partners.

Be politically agile & adaptable: Portrays an informed and professional demeanor toward internal and external partners and stakeholders.

Be clear about the value WFP brings to partnerships: Provides operational support on analyses and assessments that quantifies and demonstrates WFP’s unique value as a partner.

FUNCTIONAL CAPABILITIES

N/A

OTHER SPECIFIC JOB REQUIREMENTS

This section is optional to describe additional responsibilities & knowledge required for the specific job.

DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE

N/A

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Only Nigerian nationals are eligible to apply for this position.

Applications must be submitted online, and in English only.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

15 July 2017

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