ActionAid (AA) Nigeria is an affiliate of ActionAid International, which is a global alliance of organisations working towards achieving a world without poverty and injustice in which every person enjoys the right to a life with dignity. As a large and visible development organisation, we work in more than 40 countries in Africa, Asia, Europe and America. Our expertise lies in community-led approaches to development and working through partnerships with the poor and other grass root organisations.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: State Programme Officer
Locations: Abuja, Lagos and Edo
Job Summary
The post holder will support the implementation and effective monitoring of the ActionAid Nigeria reintegration and empowerment project in the respective state.
S/he will provide programme specific support to the various livelihood and reintegration initiatives of the project and work as an interface between ActionAid Nigeria and project participants at the state level.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications:
First Degree in Social Sciences or Arts / Humanities is essential.
Membership of relevant professional Institute is desirable.
Experience:
At least 3 years post NYSC experience, 2 of which should be in a similar position in the development sector is essential.
Experience in community mobilization is essential.
Experience working on migration and livelihood issues is essential.
Experience working on a similar project and intervening at community levels is desirable.
Experience working with youth, women groups and persons with disabilities is desirable.
Skill / Abilities:
Excellent analytical skills
Strong communication & writing skills
Ability to implement data management systems
Excellent planning and prioritization skills
Excellent (proven) interpersonal skills
Fluency in spoken and written English language.
Computer skills with good working knowledge of Microsoft office.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should complete the Application Form below and send as an MS Word attachment to: Vacancy.Nigeria@actionaid.org using the Job Title and Location eg: "State Programme Officer - Abuja" as the subject of the email.
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