Partnerships Initiative in the Niger Delta (PIND) has been tasked to create dynamic multi-stakeholder partnerships that foster sustainable economic development in the Niger Delta. To meet the demand of the initiative, is looking for qualified candidates to fill the existing vacant positions
CAPACITY BUILDING PROGRAM OFFICER
The position holder will provide support to the development and implementation of PIND program in assigned areas and build capacity of local partners to ensure the achievement of program objectives.
Educational Qualification
• A good first degree in Social Sciences or Humanities
• A postgraduate degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
• 7 years relevant experience, at least 5 must be in similar position or facilitator working within a training or institutional strengthening program
• Experience in conducting organizational capacity assessments
• Strong network of contacts amongst donors and NGOs
• Excellent negotiation, facilitation and presentation skills.
• Proven report writing skills
• Knowledge of local level issues
• Experience working in the Niger Delta
PEACE-BUILDING PROGRAM OFFICER
The position holder must have an aptitude for peace building programs, conflict analysis, understanding the causes of violence while identifying and promoting routes towards peace. S/he will be required to have a talent for communication and relationship-building at the community level.
Educational Qualification
• A good first degree in a related field of study
• A postgraduate degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
• 7 – 8 years relevant experience, at least 5 must be in similar position
• Experience of working on peace-building or security sector reform in a conflict-affected environment Experience working in economic reintegration programs
• Training in conflict mediation/arbitration, non-violence principles or conflict resolution techniques Experience working in the Niger Delta
• Strong network of contacts amongst donors and NGOs
ANALYSIS & ADVOCACY OFFICER
The position holder will be required to take a lead role in the various programs to advocate for change to enhance community / private sector development.
Educational Qualification
• A good first degree in any numerate or social science field of study, and a postgraduate degree in relevant field is an added advantage
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
• Sound knowledge of relationship building, relationship management and networking
• Knowledge of the principles of research design
• Excellent Written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Experience of involvement in carrying out research projects.
• Proven ability to work under minimal supervision
• 8 years of relevant experience out of which 5 years must be within an applied research program studying socio-economic issues in Nigeria
• Experience in developing and conducting an advocacy campaign promoting social change preferred.
• Experience conducting research in the Niger Delta
• Strong network of contacts amongst universities, research institutions, think tanks, donor agencies, and advocacy organizations
MONITORING & EVALUATION OFFICER
The responsibility of the M & E officer will be to implement a series of monitoring and evaluation tools to help PIND and its beneficiaries gauge progress, and to communicate results to a broad range of stakeholders. The M & E officer will ensure that the pipeline of projects is constantly informed by the lessons learned from earlier interventions.
Educational Qualification
• A good first degree in social-science or business administration
• A postgraduate degree in relevant field is an added advantage
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
• A minimum of 7 years experience in coordinating monitoring & evaluation systems for development projects
• Familiarity with M&E systems and practices of at least one bilateral or multi-lateral donor agency preferred
• Familiarity with participatory methodologies for monitoring and evaluation preferred
• Training in database development and maintenance preferred
• Strong computer skills and familiarity with spreadsheet and database software
• Experience working in the Niger Delta
COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER
The position holder will act as a central point of reference for providing and obtaining information in order to promote the work of PIND in the local community.
Educational Qualification
• A good first degree in Mass Communication or any other relevant Filed in Social Sciences or Humanities.
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
• A minimum of 6 years experience coordinating and implementing communications plans for NGO’s, donor agency or research organization in Nigeria
• Strong communications skills both written and verbal are essential
• Good IT skills are required including experience in producing newsletters (i.e. page design, layout and editing) using desktop publishing programs
• Ability to make complex decisions within tight timescales whilst working with minimal supervision Experience working in the Niger Delta
• Strong network of contacts amongst media organizations
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
The position holder will be in charge of making sure that the organization is running smoothly and ensure supplies are adequately provided. he/she will also be required to provide and manage admin services in the form of logistics and other support services.
Educational Qualification
• A good first degree in social sciences or any relevant field.
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
• 3 – 5 years relevant experience
• Understanding of generally accepted administrative practices
• Excellent employee relation skills.
• Ability to coordinate travel and logistics support for a small organization
• Training in bookkeeping, record keeping
• Strong computer skills and familiarity with spreadsheet software
Application Closing Date: 29th April, 2010
Method of Application
Please complete application form on:http://www.rhizomeng.com/recruitment/
CVs will not be assessed.
Only application forms with the job title clearly indicated will be considered and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
CAPACITY BUILDING PROGRAM OFFICER
The position holder will provide support to the development and implementation of PIND program in assigned areas and build capacity of local partners to ensure the achievement of program objectives.
Educational Qualification
• A good first degree in Social Sciences or Humanities
• A postgraduate degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
• 7 years relevant experience, at least 5 must be in similar position or facilitator working within a training or institutional strengthening program
• Experience in conducting organizational capacity assessments
• Strong network of contacts amongst donors and NGOs
• Excellent negotiation, facilitation and presentation skills.
• Proven report writing skills
• Knowledge of local level issues
• Experience working in the Niger Delta
PEACE-BUILDING PROGRAM OFFICER
The position holder must have an aptitude for peace building programs, conflict analysis, understanding the causes of violence while identifying and promoting routes towards peace. S/he will be required to have a talent for communication and relationship-building at the community level.
Educational Qualification
• A good first degree in a related field of study
• A postgraduate degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
• 7 – 8 years relevant experience, at least 5 must be in similar position
• Experience of working on peace-building or security sector reform in a conflict-affected environment Experience working in economic reintegration programs
• Training in conflict mediation/arbitration, non-violence principles or conflict resolution techniques Experience working in the Niger Delta
• Strong network of contacts amongst donors and NGOs
ANALYSIS & ADVOCACY OFFICER
The position holder will be required to take a lead role in the various programs to advocate for change to enhance community / private sector development.
Educational Qualification
• A good first degree in any numerate or social science field of study, and a postgraduate degree in relevant field is an added advantage
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
• Sound knowledge of relationship building, relationship management and networking
• Knowledge of the principles of research design
• Excellent Written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Experience of involvement in carrying out research projects.
• Proven ability to work under minimal supervision
• 8 years of relevant experience out of which 5 years must be within an applied research program studying socio-economic issues in Nigeria
• Experience in developing and conducting an advocacy campaign promoting social change preferred.
• Experience conducting research in the Niger Delta
• Strong network of contacts amongst universities, research institutions, think tanks, donor agencies, and advocacy organizations
MONITORING & EVALUATION OFFICER
The responsibility of the M & E officer will be to implement a series of monitoring and evaluation tools to help PIND and its beneficiaries gauge progress, and to communicate results to a broad range of stakeholders. The M & E officer will ensure that the pipeline of projects is constantly informed by the lessons learned from earlier interventions.
Educational Qualification
• A good first degree in social-science or business administration
• A postgraduate degree in relevant field is an added advantage
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
• A minimum of 7 years experience in coordinating monitoring & evaluation systems for development projects
• Familiarity with M&E systems and practices of at least one bilateral or multi-lateral donor agency preferred
• Familiarity with participatory methodologies for monitoring and evaluation preferred
• Training in database development and maintenance preferred
• Strong computer skills and familiarity with spreadsheet and database software
• Experience working in the Niger Delta
COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER
The position holder will act as a central point of reference for providing and obtaining information in order to promote the work of PIND in the local community.
Educational Qualification
• A good first degree in Mass Communication or any other relevant Filed in Social Sciences or Humanities.
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
• A minimum of 6 years experience coordinating and implementing communications plans for NGO’s, donor agency or research organization in Nigeria
• Strong communications skills both written and verbal are essential
• Good IT skills are required including experience in producing newsletters (i.e. page design, layout and editing) using desktop publishing programs
• Ability to make complex decisions within tight timescales whilst working with minimal supervision Experience working in the Niger Delta
• Strong network of contacts amongst media organizations
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
The position holder will be in charge of making sure that the organization is running smoothly and ensure supplies are adequately provided. he/she will also be required to provide and manage admin services in the form of logistics and other support services.
Educational Qualification
• A good first degree in social sciences or any relevant field.
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
• 3 – 5 years relevant experience
• Understanding of generally accepted administrative practices
• Excellent employee relation skills.
• Ability to coordinate travel and logistics support for a small organization
• Training in bookkeeping, record keeping
• Strong computer skills and familiarity with spreadsheet software
Application Closing Date: 29th April, 2010
Method of Application
Please complete application form on:http://www.rhizomeng.com/recruitment/
CVs will not be assessed.
Only application forms with the job title clearly indicated will be considered and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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