NGO Job Openings: Program Officer and Operations Officer at Widows and Orphans Empowerment Organisation (WEWE)
Widows and Orphans Empowerment Organisation (WEWE) is a not – for – profit, Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) that was founded in 2004 by Josephine Ogazi and Joseph Egwuonwu. WEWE started out as a Community Based Organisation (CBO) with the aim of providing scholarships and economic empowerment to orphans and widows in Okigwe, Imo State and has since expanded its aims and objectives. WEWE is registered as a national NGO with CAC under incorporated trustees and its registration number is CAC/IT/NO33132.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Program Officer
Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Description
WEWE is compiling a list of qualified and experienced professionals who will be on standby to be engaged if WEWE secures any grants this year 2024 and early next year 2025. If your application is successful, WEWE will contact you first when we win a new award.
Are you interested in joining a local organization, especially now that international donors are allocating more funds to local organizations?
Is your internationally donor-funded project ending, and as a result, will you be out of work in a few months?
Are you working in an insecure part of Nigeria and looking to relocate to the South-South or South West, where you are more familiar with the terrain?
Do you currently work far from your family and wish to move closer to them, perhaps to the South-South or Southwest? Then come and join the WEWE family.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
S/he will assist in the documentation and sharing learning and success stories from the project implementation
S/he will assist in the overall oversight and administrative management of the project
S/he will assist in overseeing project planning, provide technical direction and support, and ensure implementation, with a focus on results, and financial accountability for all project activities
S/he assist in ensuring completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of all documentation of activities on the project
S/he will assist in ensuring timely report of all program activities
S/he will assist in supporting the preparation for, and implementation of activities, including communicating with CBOs and stakeholders
S/he will assist in the development of project plans and determine strategies needed to meet the requirements
S/he will assist in the preparation and planning of activities and meetings/trainings
S/he will assist in the reviewing and approval of CBO’s reports and requests
S/he will assist in attending/monitoring CBO’s activities and provide constructive feedback where necessary
S/he will assist in maintaining an updated referral database and referral directory for all service areas
S/he will assist in supporting the strengthening of CBOs capacity to implement result-based interventions
S/he will carry out any other responsibilities assigned relevant to the position
Qualification Requirements
A graduate with a Bachelor's Degree or a Higher National Diploma in any Social Science discipline or its equivalent
Candidates must have a second-class upper (2.1) or first-class or upper credit or distinction
Other related professional courses will be an added advantage
Experience Requirements:
Strong computer skills, with knowledge of relevant publishing software such as but not limited to Microsoft Office Suite (MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)
Extremely strong in written and oral English language with research writing skills.
Superior oral and written communication skills with an emphasis on creative approaches, attention to detail, and efficient delivery methods
Must be very strong in report writing
Minimum of 3 to 4 years experience in a similar role
Thorough understanding of program management, donor reporting requirements, and managing donor relations.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their comprehensive CV and Cover Letter in ONLY one attachment (MS Word document) explaining their suitability for the job to: programofficer2024@weweng.org using the Job Title as the subject of the email.
Note
Applicants are advised to provide their functional emails/mobile phone numbers on the application letter and three professional references.
Applications will be reviewed in batches on a first-come first-served basis. WEWE reserves the right to conclude this recruitment process when a suitable Human Resource Officer is selected.
Due to the high volume of applications, no detailed feedback will be provided about your application.
The Incorporated Trustees of Widows and Orphans Empowerment Organization (WEWE) reserves the right to hire or not hire anyone at all from this recruitment process.
This advert is on a rolling basis.
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Job Title: Operations Officer
Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Description
WEWE is compiling a list of qualified and experienced professionals who will be on standby to be engaged if WEWE secures any grants this year 2024 and early next year 2025. If your application is successful, WEWE will contact you first when we win a new award.
Are you interested in joining a local organization, especially now that international donors are allocating more funds to local organizations?
Is your internationally donor-funded project ending, and as a result, will you be out of work in a few months?
Are you working in an insecure part of Nigeria and looking to relocate to the South-South or South West, where you are more familiar with the terrain?
Do you currently work far from your family and wish to move closer to them, perhaps to the South-South or Southwest? Then come and join the WEWE family.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
S/he will assist in overseeing operations activity, including but not limited to; logistics, procurement, and inventory management
S/he will assist in monitoring on-site projects and field operations
S/he will assist in ensuring all operations are carried on in an appropriate, cost-effective way in Abuja and state offices
S/he will assist in improving operational management systems, processes, and best practices
S/he will assist in overseeing that the health and safety regulations of staff are followed
S/he will assist in overseeing that the organization’s processes remain legally compliant
S/he will supervise stock control and inventory checks
S/he will assist in overseeing documentation procedures for third-party
S/he will assist in providing the required working tools to staff including allocation of workstations
S/he will assist in ensuring maximum functionality of generators and vehicles
S/he will assist in ensuring that there is a prompt response to the repair and maintenance of office structures/buildings
S/he will assist in coordinating the janitorial services to WEWE offices.
S/he will assist in ensuring that the security post is manned at all times
S/he will assist in coordinating and facilitating indemnity claims of all WEWE lost assets from the insurance company
S/he will assist in following up with insurance premium payment and ensure that insurance companies are paid as when due
S/he will assist in ensuring that store processes are strictly adhered to
S/he will facilitate the use of all store documents e.g. use of stock card, Store request form, etc
S/he will ensure that complete records of all stock items concerning daily usage and replenishment are kept
Qualification Requirements
Bachelor's Degree or Higher National Diploma in Operations Management, Business Administration, or any social science-related field
Candidates must have a second-class upper (2.1) or first-class or upper credit or distinction
Other related professional courses will be an added advantage
Experience Requirements:
Must have a minimum of 3 to 4 years post-NYSC experience in a reputable Organization with proven success in an operations management role
Working knowledge of Management Software programs, including NetSuite, and QuickBooks, and strong IT skills
Excellent communication skills
Outstanding organizational skills
Experience managing operations for USG-funded programs
Superior oral and written communication skills with an emphasis on creative approaches, and attention to detail.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their comprehensive CV and Cover Letter in ONLY one attachment (MS Word document) explaining their suitability for the job to: operationsofficer2024@weweng.org using the Job Title as the subject of the email.
Note
Applicants are advised to provide their functional emails/mobile phone numbers on the application letter and three professional references.
Applications will be reviewed in batches on a first-come first-served basis. WEWE reserves the right to conclude this recruitment process when a suitable Human Resource Officer is selected.
Due to the high volume of applications, no detailed feedback will be provided about your application.
The Incorporated Trustees of Widows and Orphans Empowerment Organization (WEWE) reserves the right to hire or not hire anyone at all from this recruitment process.
This advert is on a rolling basis.
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