Department For International Development
(DFID) Nigeria is responsible for managing the British Government's
contribution to development in Nigeria, with the objective of supporting
governments at federal and state level to reduce poverty in order to achieve
the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs).
DFID has invested substantially in three
key focus states in the north Kaduna, Kano and Jigawa with a Set of Governance,
Education and Health programmes designed to work together. DFID is also engaged
in other states in Northern Nigeria, in a twin strategy of supporting state
government reforms, and working on human development challenges. Following this
year's elections we will expand- our engagement substantially in 3 further
northern states, creating 6 key focus states in the north in total.
JOB TITLE: STATE REPRESENTATIVE - a band
staff appointed in country (SAIC)
RESPONSIBILITIES
As a State Representative, you will lead on
developing and maintaining OFID relationships with key actors within states, in
both government and civil society. You will also play a crucial role in
overseeing OFIO's programmes in states, working with 0 molt disciplinary team
of advisers to:
1)
Hold DFID programmes in specified northern Nigerian states accountable for
improved delivery and identification of result, including:
• Improving evidence on, and understanding
of, programme performance
• Provide advice, support, encouragement
and oversight to drive delivery
2)
Maximise political engagement in those states to support programmes to
deliver through:
• Developing relationships with, and
improving understanding of, key actors in each state
• Deepening understanding of the political
and reform environment in each state
• Leveraging knowledge and connections to
support programme delivery
MAIN ACTIVITIES
1)
Build the knowledge and evidence to hold progrommes and state
governments account for delivery:
• Maintain basic demographic and poverty data for each state.
• Lead on egreeing appropriate high level
coordination structure with government
• Lead multi disciplinary advisory team to
conduct bi-annual state level reviews
• Lead on agreeing mous Results Frameworks.
Results Framework indicators will need to be agreed across the relevant range
of partners and stakeholders.
• Lead on agreeing appropriate high level
coordination ,structures with government e.g. State Steering Committees. •
Monitor effectiveness of structures against agree, ToRs and DFID monitoring
requiremenls.
• Represent DFID to other donors where
appropriate (e.g. joint MOUs).
• Lead multi-disciplinary advisory teams to
conduct bi-annual Sate Level Review (SlRs) of progress against the re5ults
framework and the reform environment.
2)
Agree and deliver a state level political engagement strategy to support
programme delivery:
• Ensure DFIO has on effective range of
interlocutors at political and official level this is likely to in include:
• The top 5 champions of change with whom
we work (likely to be a priority for SL visits)
• The top 10 influencers in the 5tate e.g.
people around the governor who have both positive and negative influence on the
success of development efforts.
• The top 20 officials, non-traditional
leaders and non-government leaders who are the most Important stakeholders in
DFIO's portfolio of projects in the given state.
• Identify opportunities to engage with
government to maximise DFIO's technical support.
3)
Oversee slate level delivery through programmes, working closely with
relevant OFID advisers
• Make regular visits to states, including
ottendance (.t monthly SLP !programme coordination meetings, field visils, and
calls on government.
• Ensure Big Common Impact Areas (BClAs)
are finalised, agreed with DFID and a monitoring mechanism is in ploce.
• Ensure state level programmes ere
maximising coordination opportunities to deliver results.
4)
Mitigate risk to programme delivery and communicate issues effectively
• Highlight risks to DFID programmes and
mitigation strategies through dear, action orientated ST.
• Produce concise bi-annual reports on
state level progress within 3 days of completion of field visits.
• Liaise with other parts of HMO. where
appropriate,
As a State Representative you will cover 2
states, though this may change depending on the level of engagement required.
You will be based in DFlD's Kano office and report to the Head of DFID Northern
Nigeria. Administrative support will be provided by an officer reporting to the
Deputy Head, allowing you to focus on delivery.
This post is open to senior people who con
demonstrate the ability to successfully perform the role.
Personal Qualities and Skills Required
(Person Specification)
• Strong influencing skills
• Strong communication skills
• Evidence of leadership skills
• Demonstrated capacity to work with
partner governments and agencies
• Demonstrated capacity to work in
multi-disciplinary teams
SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES INCLUDE:
• Analysis and Use of Information:
Breaking down and simplifying complex data,
policy documents and similar information will be a key task for the successful
candidate. The appointed, should be able to assess and interpret information in
order to identify the main issues for attention and to inform technical and
non-technical colleagues.
Planning and Delivery of Work:
The successful candidate needs to ensure
that tasks are done to the required standard, meeting the required deadlines.
They need to plan their work to meet individual, team and office-wide
objectives while achieving high quality and value for money
Communication with others:
An important requirement for this position
is the ability to communicate dearly orally and in writing, using appropriate
language. The successful candidate must have the ability to communicate to a
diverse audience, including externally to DFID partners and internally to
colleagues/staff.
Influencing:
The successful candidate will work
effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, including Government officials,
civil society groups, programme contractors/service providers, traditional and
religious leaders as well as other donnors. The successful candidate will need
to be proficient In building good working relationships, providing a platform
for partnership, guidance for implementation, acceptance and support for DFID
Programmes.
Working with Others:
The DFID Office in Kana is Q multicultural
team, with Nigerian and UK staff members. The successful candidate will have
the cultural sensitivity, team spirit and disposition to work in a
multicultural and multidisciplinary team. They need to be able to maintain a
good working relationship and respect differing opinions. S/he must have the
capacity to build excellent relationships with a range of external partners and
interlocutors.
BENEFITS
Remuneration:
DFID offers a competitive salary and
benefit package. The successful candidate will be appointed within DFID's 'A'
band, starting salaries are from 8,1 23, 724 Naira to 14,218,752 Naira per annum the exact level
will b", determined based on the candidate's relevant experience and
seniority.
The appointment will be on a fixed term
contract of 3 years with the possibility of extension at the end of the term.
The anticipated start date is September
2011.
1) If you are Interested In applying for
this position please send on email to Nse Alawani at n-alawani@dfid.gov.uk to obtain the application form.
Your completed application form should also
be sent to n-alawani@lfid.gov.uk
2) The closing date for applications is
25th July, 2011. Under no circumstances will applications be accepted after
this date.
DFID is an Equal Opportunities employer.
Applications are welcomed from all part of the community, (and we actively
encourage interest from women, ethnic minority groups and those with
disabilities. Selection is on merit.
Only short listed candidates will be
contacted
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