Job # 110892
Job Title Extended Term Consultant
Job Family Social Development
Location Abuja, Nigeria
Appointment Local Hire
Closing Date 07-Jun-2011
Language Requirements English [Essential]
Background/General Description
The Fragile States, Conflict and Social Development (AFTCS) team at the World Bank Country Office in Nigeria is providing technical assistance across the World Bank portfolio in the country for the integration of demand for good governance (DfGG) mechanisms in Bank-supported projects.
The AFTCS team in Abuja seeks applications for the position of Social Development Specialist. The Social Development Specialist will be a member of the AFTCS team based in the Nigeria Country Office, recruited locally and based full time in Abuja under an Extended Term Consultancy with duration of 1 year, renewable for a maximum of 2 years. For day-to-day assignments and responsibilities, the Social Development Specialist will report to the Senior Social Development Specialist based in Abuja, Nigeria.
The main purpose of the consultancy is to advance the AFTCS unit’s operational and analytic work in Nigeria in several areas of social development, notably demand for good governance.
Duties and Accountabilities
• Identify and provide advice to project teams for the introduction of suitable DfGG mechanisms including: (a) awareness and transparency mechanisms; (b) feedback mechanisms; (c) grievance mechanisms; and (d) third party monitoring for the verification of results
• Work in close collaboration with the project teams and State Governments in the design of pilot DfGG mechanisms that allow the engagement of citizens in the selection of project priorities, assessment and verification of results. The Specialist will be required to plan, design and manage pilot activities and, based on preliminary results, suggest adjustments to the mechanisms as necessary and develop a plan for scale-up.
• Conduct research and operational activities in line with the World Bank AFTCS agenda and demand for good governance. For this, the Specialist should be able to use a variety of analytical tools such as interviews, questionnaires and focus groups, to investigate the views of population samples and have the capacity to translate these findings into activities and components within a project.
• Any other, as instructed by Supervisor
• Identify and provide advice to project teams for the introduction of suitable DfGG mechanisms including: (a) awareness and transparency mechanisms; (b) feedback mechanisms; (c) grievance mechanisms; and (d) third party monitoring for the verification of results
• Work in close collaboration with the project teams and State Governments in the design of pilot DfGG mechanisms that allow the engagement of citizens in the selection of project priorities, assessment and verification of results. The Specialist will be required to plan, design and manage pilot activities and, based on preliminary results, suggest adjustments to the mechanisms as necessary and develop a plan for scale-up.
• Conduct research and operational activities in line with the World Bank AFTCS agenda and demand for good governance. For this, the Specialist should be able to use a variety of analytical tools such as interviews, questionnaires and focus groups, to investigate the views of population samples and have the capacity to translate these findings into activities and components within a project.
• Any other, as instructed by Supervisor
Selection Criteria
• Postgraduate degree in Social Science or any closely related field, with at least 5 years of relevant hands-on experience in the field;
• At least 2 years of specific experience in research and operational projects in the areas of DfGG or results based operations a plus;
• Previous experience with development projects supported by International Donors and conducting dialogues with clients a plus;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Ability to translate research results into project activities and components;
• Ability to work flexibly on a range of assignments, and prioritize a variety of evolving tasks;
• Logical thinking, good problem solving and perseverance are necessary traits;
• Ability to adjust to unfamiliar surroundings to complete work tasks;
• Ability to work effectively, independently, and in a team-oriented, multi-cultural environment;
• Ability to effectively use computers and a variety of software packages for research tasks;
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to develop effective relations within and outside the Bank.
Tuesday, May 31, 2011
UNDP Jobs, Gender Specialist, Abuja, Nigeria
GENDER SPECIALIST
Location : Abuja, NIGERIA
Application Deadline : 08-Jun-11
Additional Category Management
Type of Contract : Individual Contract
Post Level : National Consultant
Languages Required :
English
Starting Date :
(date when the selected candidate is expected to start) 01-Jul-2011
Duration of Initial Contract : 30 days
Expected Duration of Assignment : 30days
Background
The United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UN Women) in collaboration with the UN Resident Coordinator Unit is seeking to streamline and coordinate gender equality action within the UN System in Nigeria to promote achieving increased accountability for gender equality results.
Gender equality and women's empowerment are human rights that lie at the heart of development. Gender inequality impedes economic productivity and results in unequal access to and unfair distribution of our collective resources. People perceive development in several ways but it is generally agreed that it is a process that leads to increased capacity of people to have control over material assets, intellectual resources and ideology and obtain physical necessities of life (food, clothing & shelter), equality in employment, participation in government, political and economic independence, adequate education, gender equality, sustainable development and peace. It is impossible to achieve development without gender equality.
Gender equality and Women Empowerment is one of the eight Millennium Development Goals It is central to the achievement of the MDGs, as it helps accelerate the achievement of each goal. There is evidence to show that progress in Gender Equality in one goal most certainly contributes simultaneously towards progress on all other development goals. Investments in gender equality can improve the lives of both men and women, with lasting benefits for the next generations.
In view of the foregoing, there is a need for the leadership of the UNCT to effectively coordinate the gender response of all agencies in a coherent manner in order to maximize benefits and efficiency as well as minimize potential pitfalls. This will act as a platform for joint analytical work and harmonized programming on gender equality as a development priority, as currently, harmonization mechanisms on gender equality, joint analytical work and pooling of resources for gender equality as well as regular monitoring and evaluation are fragmented within the UN System in Nigeria.
The purpose of this assignment is to promote accelerated achievement of accountability for gender equality results within the UN System in Nigeria.
Duties and Responsibilities
In order to effectively achieve the above stated objectives, the service of national consultant is required. Under the supervision of the UN Women, and in close co-operation with the Office of the UN Resident Coordinator, the Consultant will:
Evaluate efforts of the UN and progress to date on mainstreaming gender effectively.
Examine the mandate of various UN Agencies and articulate a strategy/ design a mechanism to reinforce the role of UN Women as the leading agency on Gender.
Develop an effective Gender Mainstreaming mechanism for the UN System in Nigeria (drawing on findings from this assignment, including consultations with key informants)
Design a reporting framework that will ensure accountability from other agencies to UN Women in line with UN General Assembly resolution A/RES/64/589 adopted 2 July 2010.
Assess the impact of the Joint Programming on Gender equality: Progress, challenges, sustainability and way forward.
Document this assessment including recommendations for improvement
Competencies
Coordination, Harmonization, Alignment, and Monitoring of gender programming within the UN System with time frame and cost on Gender developed Experience in programme coordination and implementation
Strong communication and writing skills
Required Skills and Experience
Qualification
Advance degree in social sciences with current and relevant experience in practice or research in the area of Gender Equality and women empowerment.
Experience
5 years of professional experience, including in-depth knowledge of programming on gender equality, with Profound knowledge of women’s rights, gender issues and gender analysis in Nigeria
Experience in programme coordination and implementation
Previous work with UN Agencies and/or civil society organizations will be an advantage.
Strong communication and writing skills in English are required.
UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.
Location : Abuja, NIGERIA
Application Deadline : 08-Jun-11
Additional Category Management
Type of Contract : Individual Contract
Post Level : National Consultant
Languages Required :
English
Starting Date :
(date when the selected candidate is expected to start) 01-Jul-2011
Duration of Initial Contract : 30 days
Expected Duration of Assignment : 30days
Background
The United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UN Women) in collaboration with the UN Resident Coordinator Unit is seeking to streamline and coordinate gender equality action within the UN System in Nigeria to promote achieving increased accountability for gender equality results.
Gender equality and women's empowerment are human rights that lie at the heart of development. Gender inequality impedes economic productivity and results in unequal access to and unfair distribution of our collective resources. People perceive development in several ways but it is generally agreed that it is a process that leads to increased capacity of people to have control over material assets, intellectual resources and ideology and obtain physical necessities of life (food, clothing & shelter), equality in employment, participation in government, political and economic independence, adequate education, gender equality, sustainable development and peace. It is impossible to achieve development without gender equality.
Gender equality and Women Empowerment is one of the eight Millennium Development Goals It is central to the achievement of the MDGs, as it helps accelerate the achievement of each goal. There is evidence to show that progress in Gender Equality in one goal most certainly contributes simultaneously towards progress on all other development goals. Investments in gender equality can improve the lives of both men and women, with lasting benefits for the next generations.
In view of the foregoing, there is a need for the leadership of the UNCT to effectively coordinate the gender response of all agencies in a coherent manner in order to maximize benefits and efficiency as well as minimize potential pitfalls. This will act as a platform for joint analytical work and harmonized programming on gender equality as a development priority, as currently, harmonization mechanisms on gender equality, joint analytical work and pooling of resources for gender equality as well as regular monitoring and evaluation are fragmented within the UN System in Nigeria.
The purpose of this assignment is to promote accelerated achievement of accountability for gender equality results within the UN System in Nigeria.
Duties and Responsibilities
In order to effectively achieve the above stated objectives, the service of national consultant is required. Under the supervision of the UN Women, and in close co-operation with the Office of the UN Resident Coordinator, the Consultant will:
Evaluate efforts of the UN and progress to date on mainstreaming gender effectively.
Examine the mandate of various UN Agencies and articulate a strategy/ design a mechanism to reinforce the role of UN Women as the leading agency on Gender.
Develop an effective Gender Mainstreaming mechanism for the UN System in Nigeria (drawing on findings from this assignment, including consultations with key informants)
Design a reporting framework that will ensure accountability from other agencies to UN Women in line with UN General Assembly resolution A/RES/64/589 adopted 2 July 2010.
Assess the impact of the Joint Programming on Gender equality: Progress, challenges, sustainability and way forward.
Document this assessment including recommendations for improvement
Competencies
Coordination, Harmonization, Alignment, and Monitoring of gender programming within the UN System with time frame and cost on Gender developed Experience in programme coordination and implementation
Strong communication and writing skills
Required Skills and Experience
Qualification
Advance degree in social sciences with current and relevant experience in practice or research in the area of Gender Equality and women empowerment.
Experience
5 years of professional experience, including in-depth knowledge of programming on gender equality, with Profound knowledge of women’s rights, gender issues and gender analysis in Nigeria
Experience in programme coordination and implementation
Previous work with UN Agencies and/or civil society organizations will be an advantage.
Strong communication and writing skills in English are required.
UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.
Chief of Party (CPO), Malaria Prevention Project, Abuja, Nigeria
Closing Date: Wednesday, 15 June 2011
Large international non-government development organization is seeking a Chief of Party (COP) for the $80 million USAID-funded Nigeria Malaria Action Plan for States (MAPS) Project designed to support the Nigeria National Malaria Strategic Plan and National Malaria Control Program (NMCP). A flagship program of the US Government's President's Malaria Initiative (PMI), MAPS works at the national level and in several Nigerian states to increase the quality, access to, and uptake of specific malaria control interventions, including LLINs, ACTs, RDTs, and IPTp for pregnant women.
The project engages the public health sector and the formal and informal private health sector to: a) strengthen the management capacity of the State Ministry of Health and Local Government Area health personnel to provide planning and oversight of malaria interventions; b) promote positive malaria-related behaviors through behavior-change communication activities and community mobilization; and c) improve the ability of the focus states and NMCP to effectively monitor and evaluate malaria interventions and use data effectively for decision-making.
Based in Abuja, the COP will provide vision and direction to the project and oversee all aspects of performance. The COP will be the key point person to liaise with the donor, USAID, and other key stakeholders nationally and internationally. S/he will have proven expertise in managing complex multimillion dollar-funded (preferably USAID) health projects in developing countries as well as experience in institutional capacity development and skills transfer among public, private, and NGO partners. S/he will be a recognized leader in public health with significant experience navigating the Nigerian government and public health system, having credibility with key government and non-government stakeholders. Ideally, s/he is a recognized leader in the malaria field. The successful candidate must have strong management and problem solving skills, demonstrated experience in managing complex political and policy issues, and a proven ability to work with government agencies, stakeholders, and decision makers.
Job Functions: Manage overall project including programmatic, financial, administrative, contractual, donor liaison, communication (project dissemination), and representation functions; provide overall technical leadership in one or more core content areas and supervise and provide technical support to designated technical and management teams; establish and maintain close working relationships, partnerships, and coordination with the NMCP, State Ministry of Health, USAID-funded partners, and other stakeholders and partners; build capacity among stakeholders to manage and implement malaria control programs; oversee development of annual work plans, budgets, reports, and other deliverables, ensuring all are on time and of high quality; supervise performance monitoring and evaluation efforts.
Qualifications and Skills: At least 15 years relevant experience with demonstrated management and supervisory capability in leading large and complex field-based and donor-funded public health projects involving staff of diverse, multi-cultural backgrounds; public Health (preferably malaria or infectious diseases) experience in Nigeria including working in or with government agencies at the local, state, and/or national levels; experience interacting with technical health organizations and international donor agencies, preferably including USAID and/or PMI; Masters degree in Public Health, Development, or Social Sciences-related field.
Consideration will only be given to nationals of Nigeria who possess authorization to work in Nigeria.
Only qualified applicants who meet the above requirements are asked to send a cover letter and resume to pshi@aed.org by June 15, 2011.
Large international non-government development organization is seeking a Chief of Party (COP) for the $80 million USAID-funded Nigeria Malaria Action Plan for States (MAPS) Project designed to support the Nigeria National Malaria Strategic Plan and National Malaria Control Program (NMCP). A flagship program of the US Government's President's Malaria Initiative (PMI), MAPS works at the national level and in several Nigerian states to increase the quality, access to, and uptake of specific malaria control interventions, including LLINs, ACTs, RDTs, and IPTp for pregnant women.
The project engages the public health sector and the formal and informal private health sector to: a) strengthen the management capacity of the State Ministry of Health and Local Government Area health personnel to provide planning and oversight of malaria interventions; b) promote positive malaria-related behaviors through behavior-change communication activities and community mobilization; and c) improve the ability of the focus states and NMCP to effectively monitor and evaluate malaria interventions and use data effectively for decision-making.
Based in Abuja, the COP will provide vision and direction to the project and oversee all aspects of performance. The COP will be the key point person to liaise with the donor, USAID, and other key stakeholders nationally and internationally. S/he will have proven expertise in managing complex multimillion dollar-funded (preferably USAID) health projects in developing countries as well as experience in institutional capacity development and skills transfer among public, private, and NGO partners. S/he will be a recognized leader in public health with significant experience navigating the Nigerian government and public health system, having credibility with key government and non-government stakeholders. Ideally, s/he is a recognized leader in the malaria field. The successful candidate must have strong management and problem solving skills, demonstrated experience in managing complex political and policy issues, and a proven ability to work with government agencies, stakeholders, and decision makers.
Job Functions: Manage overall project including programmatic, financial, administrative, contractual, donor liaison, communication (project dissemination), and representation functions; provide overall technical leadership in one or more core content areas and supervise and provide technical support to designated technical and management teams; establish and maintain close working relationships, partnerships, and coordination with the NMCP, State Ministry of Health, USAID-funded partners, and other stakeholders and partners; build capacity among stakeholders to manage and implement malaria control programs; oversee development of annual work plans, budgets, reports, and other deliverables, ensuring all are on time and of high quality; supervise performance monitoring and evaluation efforts.
Qualifications and Skills: At least 15 years relevant experience with demonstrated management and supervisory capability in leading large and complex field-based and donor-funded public health projects involving staff of diverse, multi-cultural backgrounds; public Health (preferably malaria or infectious diseases) experience in Nigeria including working in or with government agencies at the local, state, and/or national levels; experience interacting with technical health organizations and international donor agencies, preferably including USAID and/or PMI; Masters degree in Public Health, Development, or Social Sciences-related field.
Consideration will only be given to nationals of Nigeria who possess authorization to work in Nigeria.
Only qualified applicants who meet the above requirements are asked to send a cover letter and resume to pshi@aed.org by June 15, 2011.
Monday, May 16, 2011
UNDP Vacancy for Programme Specialist (Monitoring,Evaluation and Knowledge Management), Nigeria
Closing Date: Friday, 27 May 2011
Background
Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Country Director, the Programme Specialist (Monitoring, Evaluation and Knowledge Management) is responsible for Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation of UNDP Nigeria Country Programme in accordance with the UNDP policies to ensure the accountability of the CO for its performance and contribution to development results; to ensure that objective evaluations are designed and managed to assess effectiveness, efficiency; impact and sustainability of results; to ensure that Programme Planning, Monitoring and Evaluations are carried out in a credible and systematic manner. The incumbent is also responsible for knowledge management in the CO, creation of knowledge-building and sharing culture.
The Programme Specialist will supervise the Planning and Partnership Unit (PPU) staff and work closely with programme and operations teams. The incumbent will closely cooperate with the staff of other units, UN agencies within the UNDAF framework, UNDP HQs staff and Government officials.
Duties and Responsibilities
Summary of key functions:
Establishment of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation systems and their implementation in the CO;
Oversight for programme financial management.
Partnership building and resource mobilization.
Data mining and production of CO knowledge products.
Responsible for the development and enhancement of CO's knowledge management system
Ensures establishment of a planning, monitoring and evaluation systems and their implementation in the CO, focusing on achieving the following:
Participate in Policy dialogue with Government including the development of the Country Programme; and in consultation with UN Agencies and other development partners, as may be required, to chart operational Strategies and develop implementation arrangements, M&E frameworks suited to the socio-economic realities of the country.
Coordinates, supervises, and leads the CO annual, Programme and strategic planning processes within the framework of Results Based Management platform, monitors the Integrated Work Plan (IWP) and ensures that the projects are managed in accordance with the ATLAS Project Management Module.
Advice to management and office staff on status of results achieved, risks and common issues, constraints and opportunities. Alerts office on issues affecting achievement of results.
Provides guidance and technical support to outcome groups for assessment of performance through quarterly and annual portfolio reviews to promote quality assurance to ensure substantive accountability for results.
Design and establishment of the evaluation system in the CO to ensure efficient evaluation in CO in compliance with the UNDP Evaluation Policy , guidelines, norms and standards for evaluation in the UN system, ensuring organizational accountability.
Preparation of periodic report on evaluation findings and recommendations, and provide inputs into corporate reporting instruments, such as ROAR.
Facilitation of internal reporting and information sharing on programme issues-level of progress, successes and lessons learnt.
Ensures knowledge building and sharing in the CO, promotes the use of evaluation findings, lessons and recommendations in planning, policy, programme and portfolio decision-making in the CO, focusing on achieving the following results:
Evaluation findings, lessons and recommendations captured, analyzed and made easily accessible to UNDP staff, and stakeholders, in accordance with evaluation policy, built into CO knowledge management , and actively disseminated in learning events, and channeled into decision-making processes.
Development and implementation of the CO knowledge management strategy including tools, products, and initiatives to create, sustain and share knowledge.
Identification and synthesis of best practices and lessons learnt directly linked to programme country policy goals.
Creation of systems; standards and tools, for codifying, organizing and retrieving knowledge assets.
In coordination with the learning manager organizes periodic events for sharing knowledge, and facilitation of staff participation in Practice Networks; UNDP knowledge networks, regional networks and community of practice.
Oversight for Programme financial management:
Coordinates, supervises and leads programme financial oversight for programme financial resources; budgetary commitment, expenditure tracking and programme delivery patterns; review of budget requirements, programme delivery reports, and financially and operationally closing old or inactive projects and linking of new projects to the UNDP Atlas tree.
Competencies
Functional Competencies
:
Advocacy/Advancing A Policy-Oriented Agenda
Level 2 Analysis and creation of messages and strategies
Uses the opportunity to bring forward and disseminate materials for advocacy work
Results-Based Programme Development and Management:
Level 1.2 Contributes into results through primary research and analysis
Assesses project performance to identify success factors and incorporates best practices into project work
Researches linkages across programme activities to identify critical points of integration
Monitors specific stages of projects/programme implementation
Building Strategic Partnerships
Level 2 Identifying and building partnerships
Identifies needs and interventions for capacity building of counterparts, clients and potential partners
Displays initiative, sets challenging outputs for him/herself and willingly accepts new work assignment
Innovation and Marketing New Approaches
Level 2 Developing new approaches
Identifies new approaches and promotes their use in other situations
Documents successes and uses them to project a positive image
Creates an environment that fosters innovation and innovative thinking
Makes the case for innovative ideas from the team with own supervisor
Resource Mobilization
Level 2 Implementing resource mobilization strategies
Identifies and compiles lessons learned
Promotes and encourages country office action with local missions of donor countries as well as appropriate
Government authorities for increased contribution to UNDP resources, including cost sharing modalities
Promoting Organizational Learning and Knowledge Sharing
Level 2 Developing tools and mechanisms
Makes the case for innovative ideas documenting successes and building them into the design of new approaches
Identifies new approaches and strategies that promote the use of tools and mechanisms
Job Knowledge/Technical Expertise
Level 2 In-depth knowledge of the subject-matter
Understands more advanced aspects of primary area of specialization as well as the fundamental concepts of related disciplines
Keeps abreast of new developments in area of professional discipline and job knowledge and seeks to develop him/herself professionally
Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of information technology and applies it in work assignments
Demonstrates comprehensive understanding and knowledge of the current guidelines and project management tools and utilizes these regularly in work assignments
Global Leadership and Advocacy for UNDP's Goals
Level 2 Analysis and creation of messages and strategies
Uses the opportunity to bring forward and disseminate materials for global advocacy work and adapts it for use at country level
Client Orientation
Level 2 Contributing to positive outcomes for the client
Anticipates client needs
Works towards creating an enabling environment for a smooth relationship between the clients and service provider
Demonstrates understanding of client's perspective
Core Competencies:
Promoting ethics and integrity, creating organizational precedents
Building support and political acumen
Building staff competence, creating an environment of creativity and innovation
Building and promoting effective teams
Creating and promoting enabling environment for open communication
Creating an emotionally intelligent organization
Leveraging conflict in the interests of UNDP & setting standards
Sharing knowledge across the organization and building a culture of knowledge sharing and learning. Promoting learning and knowledge management/sharing is the responsibility of each staff member.
Fair and transparent decision making; calculated risk-taking
Required Skills and Experience
Education:
Master's Degree or equivalent in Economics, Social Sciences, International Relations, Political Science or Related fields. Prince 2 training and certification.
Experience:
Minimum 5-7 years of progressively responsible relevant experience at national or international level in planning and design of monitoring and evaluation of development projects.
Proven knowledge and experience in programme/project formulation and implementation and resource mobilization.
Ability to motivate a team and to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and people of different cultural background.
Demonstrated ability to tale initiatives and senior responsibility.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Excellent IT skills.
Language requirement:
Fluency (both written and spoken) in English. Knowledge of at least one national language would be desirable.
Applicants should upload their CV using the UNDP Personal History Form (P11) posted at http://sas.undp.org/Documents/P11_Personal_history_form.doc . Only short-listed applicants who adhere to this instruction will be contacted.
UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.
Background
Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Country Director, the Programme Specialist (Monitoring, Evaluation and Knowledge Management) is responsible for Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation of UNDP Nigeria Country Programme in accordance with the UNDP policies to ensure the accountability of the CO for its performance and contribution to development results; to ensure that objective evaluations are designed and managed to assess effectiveness, efficiency; impact and sustainability of results; to ensure that Programme Planning, Monitoring and Evaluations are carried out in a credible and systematic manner. The incumbent is also responsible for knowledge management in the CO, creation of knowledge-building and sharing culture.
The Programme Specialist will supervise the Planning and Partnership Unit (PPU) staff and work closely with programme and operations teams. The incumbent will closely cooperate with the staff of other units, UN agencies within the UNDAF framework, UNDP HQs staff and Government officials.
Duties and Responsibilities
Summary of key functions:
Establishment of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation systems and their implementation in the CO;
Oversight for programme financial management.
Partnership building and resource mobilization.
Data mining and production of CO knowledge products.
Responsible for the development and enhancement of CO's knowledge management system
Ensures establishment of a planning, monitoring and evaluation systems and their implementation in the CO, focusing on achieving the following:
Participate in Policy dialogue with Government including the development of the Country Programme; and in consultation with UN Agencies and other development partners, as may be required, to chart operational Strategies and develop implementation arrangements, M&E frameworks suited to the socio-economic realities of the country.
Coordinates, supervises, and leads the CO annual, Programme and strategic planning processes within the framework of Results Based Management platform, monitors the Integrated Work Plan (IWP) and ensures that the projects are managed in accordance with the ATLAS Project Management Module.
Advice to management and office staff on status of results achieved, risks and common issues, constraints and opportunities. Alerts office on issues affecting achievement of results.
Provides guidance and technical support to outcome groups for assessment of performance through quarterly and annual portfolio reviews to promote quality assurance to ensure substantive accountability for results.
Design and establishment of the evaluation system in the CO to ensure efficient evaluation in CO in compliance with the UNDP Evaluation Policy , guidelines, norms and standards for evaluation in the UN system, ensuring organizational accountability.
Preparation of periodic report on evaluation findings and recommendations, and provide inputs into corporate reporting instruments, such as ROAR.
Facilitation of internal reporting and information sharing on programme issues-level of progress, successes and lessons learnt.
Ensures knowledge building and sharing in the CO, promotes the use of evaluation findings, lessons and recommendations in planning, policy, programme and portfolio decision-making in the CO, focusing on achieving the following results:
Evaluation findings, lessons and recommendations captured, analyzed and made easily accessible to UNDP staff, and stakeholders, in accordance with evaluation policy, built into CO knowledge management , and actively disseminated in learning events, and channeled into decision-making processes.
Development and implementation of the CO knowledge management strategy including tools, products, and initiatives to create, sustain and share knowledge.
Identification and synthesis of best practices and lessons learnt directly linked to programme country policy goals.
Creation of systems; standards and tools, for codifying, organizing and retrieving knowledge assets.
In coordination with the learning manager organizes periodic events for sharing knowledge, and facilitation of staff participation in Practice Networks; UNDP knowledge networks, regional networks and community of practice.
Oversight for Programme financial management:
Coordinates, supervises and leads programme financial oversight for programme financial resources; budgetary commitment, expenditure tracking and programme delivery patterns; review of budget requirements, programme delivery reports, and financially and operationally closing old or inactive projects and linking of new projects to the UNDP Atlas tree.
Competencies
Functional Competencies
:
Advocacy/Advancing A Policy-Oriented Agenda
Level 2 Analysis and creation of messages and strategies
Uses the opportunity to bring forward and disseminate materials for advocacy work
Results-Based Programme Development and Management:
Level 1.2 Contributes into results through primary research and analysis
Assesses project performance to identify success factors and incorporates best practices into project work
Researches linkages across programme activities to identify critical points of integration
Monitors specific stages of projects/programme implementation
Building Strategic Partnerships
Level 2 Identifying and building partnerships
Identifies needs and interventions for capacity building of counterparts, clients and potential partners
Displays initiative, sets challenging outputs for him/herself and willingly accepts new work assignment
Innovation and Marketing New Approaches
Level 2 Developing new approaches
Identifies new approaches and promotes their use in other situations
Documents successes and uses them to project a positive image
Creates an environment that fosters innovation and innovative thinking
Makes the case for innovative ideas from the team with own supervisor
Resource Mobilization
Level 2 Implementing resource mobilization strategies
Identifies and compiles lessons learned
Promotes and encourages country office action with local missions of donor countries as well as appropriate
Government authorities for increased contribution to UNDP resources, including cost sharing modalities
Promoting Organizational Learning and Knowledge Sharing
Level 2 Developing tools and mechanisms
Makes the case for innovative ideas documenting successes and building them into the design of new approaches
Identifies new approaches and strategies that promote the use of tools and mechanisms
Job Knowledge/Technical Expertise
Level 2 In-depth knowledge of the subject-matter
Understands more advanced aspects of primary area of specialization as well as the fundamental concepts of related disciplines
Keeps abreast of new developments in area of professional discipline and job knowledge and seeks to develop him/herself professionally
Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of information technology and applies it in work assignments
Demonstrates comprehensive understanding and knowledge of the current guidelines and project management tools and utilizes these regularly in work assignments
Global Leadership and Advocacy for UNDP's Goals
Level 2 Analysis and creation of messages and strategies
Uses the opportunity to bring forward and disseminate materials for global advocacy work and adapts it for use at country level
Client Orientation
Level 2 Contributing to positive outcomes for the client
Anticipates client needs
Works towards creating an enabling environment for a smooth relationship between the clients and service provider
Demonstrates understanding of client's perspective
Core Competencies:
Promoting ethics and integrity, creating organizational precedents
Building support and political acumen
Building staff competence, creating an environment of creativity and innovation
Building and promoting effective teams
Creating and promoting enabling environment for open communication
Creating an emotionally intelligent organization
Leveraging conflict in the interests of UNDP & setting standards
Sharing knowledge across the organization and building a culture of knowledge sharing and learning. Promoting learning and knowledge management/sharing is the responsibility of each staff member.
Fair and transparent decision making; calculated risk-taking
Required Skills and Experience
Education:
Master's Degree or equivalent in Economics, Social Sciences, International Relations, Political Science or Related fields. Prince 2 training and certification.
Experience:
Minimum 5-7 years of progressively responsible relevant experience at national or international level in planning and design of monitoring and evaluation of development projects.
Proven knowledge and experience in programme/project formulation and implementation and resource mobilization.
Ability to motivate a team and to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and people of different cultural background.
Demonstrated ability to tale initiatives and senior responsibility.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Excellent IT skills.
Language requirement:
Fluency (both written and spoken) in English. Knowledge of at least one national language would be desirable.
Applicants should upload their CV using the UNDP Personal History Form (P11) posted at http://sas.undp.org/Documents/P11_Personal_history_form.doc . Only short-listed applicants who adhere to this instruction will be contacted.
UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.
Catholic Relief Service - Country Representative , Nigeria
Closing Date: Friday, 08 July 201
Position Title: Country Representative Dept/Location: Nigeria, Abuja Req. #: I460
Background: Catholic Relief Services (CRS) is the overseas relief and development arm of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. It was founded in 1943 and works in over 100 countries globally. Nigeria is the most populous country in Africa as well as one of the wealthiest. It has wide diversity with more than 250 ethnic groups, but can generally be divided into three key subgroups: Igbo, Yoruba and Hausa/Fulani. Elections for the Presidency, legislature and state governorships in April 2011 were managed transparently and were considered fair both internally as well as by national and international observers marking a historic milestone for Nigerian democracy. Catholic Relief Services worked in Nigeria since 1960s but left following the war in 1972. At the express request of the Nigerian Church CRS returned in 2000 with the understanding that the primary focus of the CRS presence would be to strengthen the capacity of the Church to engage in professional relief and development activities. There have been stops and starts over the years but CRS/Nigeria remains committed to this understanding of its key purpose in country and continuously monitors Church leadership to ensure that mutual communication is healthy. At the specific request of the Chairman of Church and Society and the Secretary General of the Bishops conference CRS has strongly supported Catholic Caritas Foundation of Nigeria (CCFN), the new organization that was created in 2010 by the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria to be its professional Relief and Development organization. CRS programming grew rapidly and hugely in the mid 2000's in response to the AIDS epidemic. CRS's lead in AIDSRelief and the programming with People Living with AIDS and Orphans and other Vulnerable Children engaged both Catholic Hospitals (as well as others) and 11 dioceses in its massive response. As a successor to AIDSRelief plans are to indigenize the leadership of the Care and Treatment program through faith based facilities under the Christian Heath Association of Nigeria and for CRS and CCFN to perform as sub recipients. The Country Program is in the process of developing in conjunction with its Church partners a new Strategic Plan and in addition to health (HIV/AIDS, TB, and other) program activities in Peacebuilding, Agriculture and Governance have strong Church interest and offer a promising programmatic future.
Primary Responsibilities: The Country Representative (CR) is responsible for leadership and overall management of CRS operations, activities and relationships in Nigeria, consistent with agency policies and procedures and the Central Africa regional strategy. S/he supervises a staff of approximately 60 international and national staff; oversees the effective and cost-efficient implementation of on-going projects; keeps the Regional Director well informed of program developments and priorities; pursues new funding and partnership opportunities in line with the regional strategy; participates actively in regional initiatives and working groups. S/he represents CRS with the Nigerian Government at national and local levels, local Catholic Church and other religious leaders, international and local NGOs, and Nigerian civil society partners. The Country Representative is expected to perform under limited supervision; most normal duties and responsibilities are handled independently following established policies, procedures and priorities, while complex and/or unique issues are handled in consultation with the Regional Director. Developing national staff capacities, partner capacities, partner ownership of programs and ensuring quality programming are key priorities.
Job Responsibilities: I. Leadership and Program Management (CR competency: Leads toward Strategic Results). 1. Provide leadership, guidance and support in the finalization and implementation of the Strategic Program Plan and in the implementation of Annual Program Plans, and Regional and Agency strategic plans. 2. Lead, manage and oversee the operation of all financial, administrative and programming activities. 1. Manage ongoing programs in all sectors, with an emphasis on improving partnership and program quality in all program sectors. 2. Support and guide Programming in the development of strategic program areas, including Peacebuilding/Governance, Emergency Response, Agriculture and Health/OVC/HIV. 3. Develop existing and new donor and Government relationships through exposure of these stakeholders to quality CRS programs.
II. Strategic and Effective Resource Management (CR competency: Manages Risk and Complexity).
1. Oversee development and management of the country program budgets. 2. Oversee internal audit reports and closure of all findings and recommendations. 3. Provide support to the Management Quality Coordinator (MQC) and Head of Programming (HoP) to strengthen CRS and local partner accounting and internal audit systems and reporting. 4. If relevant, ensure support to the MQC for Commodities Management for both monetization and distribution. 5. Ensure effective collaboration with all consortium partners in Nigeria. 6. Ensure compliance with all CRS and donor administrative and financial regulations and Burundian law.
III. Personnel Management (CR Competency: Champions Learning and Performance) 1. Supervise staff, including coaching and professional development, performance management and reviews, identify and mentor staff for succession planning; oversee hiring and training of new staff, including orientation to CRS' values, policies, and programming and partnership approaches and strategies. 2. Coach and mentor new management staff, particularly in CRS vision, strategies, policies and procedures. 3. Promote and facilitate a strong CRS Nigeria team that collaborates well with local partners, other country programs, and regional staff. 4. Continue to recruit and develop national and international staff to build a cadre of skilled and committed personnel. 5. Ensure that personnel policies, procedures and salary administration are consistent with regional and agency norms as well as local labor law.
IV. Representation (CR competency: Represents and Partners Strategically) 1. Maintain and strengthen CRS' relationships with key donors, partners and Govt. of Nigeria. 2. Give sustained emphasis to strengthening CRS' relationship with the local Church both at the national and diocesan level. 3. Identify and negotiate funding opportunities for ongoing activities and new programs.
V. Other 1. Participate in CRS Central Africa regional initiatives. 2. Make security-related decisions, under pressure, in the event of an emergency. 3. Remain current on political, economic and social development in Nigeria that may have an impact on CRS and/or partners.
Country Representative Competencies Each CR is expected to use the following competencies to fulfill the duties and responsibilities above.
Leads toward Strategic Results
Manages Risk and Complexity
Represents and Partners Strategically
Champions Learning and Performance
Agency-wide Competencies (for all CRS Staff) These are rooted in the mission, values, and principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and to achieve the desired results.
Serves with Integrity
Models Stewardship
Cultivates Constructive Relationships
Promotes Learning Supervisory Responsibilities: Direct reports: the Deputy Country Representative/Management Quality, Head of Programming (HoP) and Chief of Party (CoP) for AIDSReliefs.
Key Working Relationships: Internal: Central Africa Regional Director, Central Africa DRD/PQ, DRD/MQ, and RFO, HQ Regional Representative and other HQ staff responsible for providing support and oversight for Nigeria. External: Frequent contact with Nigeria Church (Episcopal Conference President and Secretary General, CSN and other Church Officials, USAID and other Donors, Government of Nigeria representatives, international and local NGOs, UN agencies, Caritas & Church hierarchy, legal counsel.
Qualifications: 1. Masters degree in international development/relations, public administration, business administration, or related fields. 2. Prior assignment as a CRS Country Representative preferred; or, at least 7 years of progressively responsible professional experience in CRS or a similar organization, preferably managing multi-sectoral and multi-partner programming. 3. Demonstrated leadership, management and supervisory skills. 4. Demonstrated ability to represent and advocate for the agency, its programming, and its views to partners and donors. 5. Strong inter-personal skills. 6. Excellent communications skills. 7. Demonstrated ability to transfer knowledge and skills formally and informally to diverse audiences; desire and ability to mentor staff. 8. Demonstrated success in program development and fundraising. 9. Knowledge of CRS operations, policies and procedures. 10. Substantial experience with short and long-term planning; financial, human resource and program management. 11. Demonstrated ability to effectively represent the Catholic, American identity of CRS. 12. Knowledge of Church structure and protocol, and the ability to relate effectively to Church officials at various levels in the Church hierarchy. 13. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in challenging cultural environments, to delegate tasks appropriately, and to understand and respond to staff concerns. 14. Excellent organization and planning skills. 15. Knowledge of and working experience in Africa preferred. 16. Fluency in English required functional capacity in French an advantage.
Physical Requirements/Environment: 1. Normal office environment. 2. Ability to travel within Nigeria approximately 25-30% of the time.
Disclaimer Clause: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skills, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position
To apply, visit www.crs.org/about/careers
EOE/M/F/D/V
Position Title: Country Representative Dept/Location: Nigeria, Abuja Req. #: I460
Background: Catholic Relief Services (CRS) is the overseas relief and development arm of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. It was founded in 1943 and works in over 100 countries globally. Nigeria is the most populous country in Africa as well as one of the wealthiest. It has wide diversity with more than 250 ethnic groups, but can generally be divided into three key subgroups: Igbo, Yoruba and Hausa/Fulani. Elections for the Presidency, legislature and state governorships in April 2011 were managed transparently and were considered fair both internally as well as by national and international observers marking a historic milestone for Nigerian democracy. Catholic Relief Services worked in Nigeria since 1960s but left following the war in 1972. At the express request of the Nigerian Church CRS returned in 2000 with the understanding that the primary focus of the CRS presence would be to strengthen the capacity of the Church to engage in professional relief and development activities. There have been stops and starts over the years but CRS/Nigeria remains committed to this understanding of its key purpose in country and continuously monitors Church leadership to ensure that mutual communication is healthy. At the specific request of the Chairman of Church and Society and the Secretary General of the Bishops conference CRS has strongly supported Catholic Caritas Foundation of Nigeria (CCFN), the new organization that was created in 2010 by the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria to be its professional Relief and Development organization. CRS programming grew rapidly and hugely in the mid 2000's in response to the AIDS epidemic. CRS's lead in AIDSRelief and the programming with People Living with AIDS and Orphans and other Vulnerable Children engaged both Catholic Hospitals (as well as others) and 11 dioceses in its massive response. As a successor to AIDSRelief plans are to indigenize the leadership of the Care and Treatment program through faith based facilities under the Christian Heath Association of Nigeria and for CRS and CCFN to perform as sub recipients. The Country Program is in the process of developing in conjunction with its Church partners a new Strategic Plan and in addition to health (HIV/AIDS, TB, and other) program activities in Peacebuilding, Agriculture and Governance have strong Church interest and offer a promising programmatic future.
Primary Responsibilities: The Country Representative (CR) is responsible for leadership and overall management of CRS operations, activities and relationships in Nigeria, consistent with agency policies and procedures and the Central Africa regional strategy. S/he supervises a staff of approximately 60 international and national staff; oversees the effective and cost-efficient implementation of on-going projects; keeps the Regional Director well informed of program developments and priorities; pursues new funding and partnership opportunities in line with the regional strategy; participates actively in regional initiatives and working groups. S/he represents CRS with the Nigerian Government at national and local levels, local Catholic Church and other religious leaders, international and local NGOs, and Nigerian civil society partners. The Country Representative is expected to perform under limited supervision; most normal duties and responsibilities are handled independently following established policies, procedures and priorities, while complex and/or unique issues are handled in consultation with the Regional Director. Developing national staff capacities, partner capacities, partner ownership of programs and ensuring quality programming are key priorities.
Job Responsibilities: I. Leadership and Program Management (CR competency: Leads toward Strategic Results). 1. Provide leadership, guidance and support in the finalization and implementation of the Strategic Program Plan and in the implementation of Annual Program Plans, and Regional and Agency strategic plans. 2. Lead, manage and oversee the operation of all financial, administrative and programming activities. 1. Manage ongoing programs in all sectors, with an emphasis on improving partnership and program quality in all program sectors. 2. Support and guide Programming in the development of strategic program areas, including Peacebuilding/Governance, Emergency Response, Agriculture and Health/OVC/HIV. 3. Develop existing and new donor and Government relationships through exposure of these stakeholders to quality CRS programs.
II. Strategic and Effective Resource Management (CR competency: Manages Risk and Complexity).
1. Oversee development and management of the country program budgets. 2. Oversee internal audit reports and closure of all findings and recommendations. 3. Provide support to the Management Quality Coordinator (MQC) and Head of Programming (HoP) to strengthen CRS and local partner accounting and internal audit systems and reporting. 4. If relevant, ensure support to the MQC for Commodities Management for both monetization and distribution. 5. Ensure effective collaboration with all consortium partners in Nigeria. 6. Ensure compliance with all CRS and donor administrative and financial regulations and Burundian law.
III. Personnel Management (CR Competency: Champions Learning and Performance) 1. Supervise staff, including coaching and professional development, performance management and reviews, identify and mentor staff for succession planning; oversee hiring and training of new staff, including orientation to CRS' values, policies, and programming and partnership approaches and strategies. 2. Coach and mentor new management staff, particularly in CRS vision, strategies, policies and procedures. 3. Promote and facilitate a strong CRS Nigeria team that collaborates well with local partners, other country programs, and regional staff. 4. Continue to recruit and develop national and international staff to build a cadre of skilled and committed personnel. 5. Ensure that personnel policies, procedures and salary administration are consistent with regional and agency norms as well as local labor law.
IV. Representation (CR competency: Represents and Partners Strategically) 1. Maintain and strengthen CRS' relationships with key donors, partners and Govt. of Nigeria. 2. Give sustained emphasis to strengthening CRS' relationship with the local Church both at the national and diocesan level. 3. Identify and negotiate funding opportunities for ongoing activities and new programs.
V. Other 1. Participate in CRS Central Africa regional initiatives. 2. Make security-related decisions, under pressure, in the event of an emergency. 3. Remain current on political, economic and social development in Nigeria that may have an impact on CRS and/or partners.
Country Representative Competencies Each CR is expected to use the following competencies to fulfill the duties and responsibilities above.
Leads toward Strategic Results
Manages Risk and Complexity
Represents and Partners Strategically
Champions Learning and Performance
Agency-wide Competencies (for all CRS Staff) These are rooted in the mission, values, and principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and to achieve the desired results.
Serves with Integrity
Models Stewardship
Cultivates Constructive Relationships
Promotes Learning Supervisory Responsibilities: Direct reports: the Deputy Country Representative/Management Quality, Head of Programming (HoP) and Chief of Party (CoP) for AIDSReliefs.
Key Working Relationships: Internal: Central Africa Regional Director, Central Africa DRD/PQ, DRD/MQ, and RFO, HQ Regional Representative and other HQ staff responsible for providing support and oversight for Nigeria. External: Frequent contact with Nigeria Church (Episcopal Conference President and Secretary General, CSN and other Church Officials, USAID and other Donors, Government of Nigeria representatives, international and local NGOs, UN agencies, Caritas & Church hierarchy, legal counsel.
Qualifications: 1. Masters degree in international development/relations, public administration, business administration, or related fields. 2. Prior assignment as a CRS Country Representative preferred; or, at least 7 years of progressively responsible professional experience in CRS or a similar organization, preferably managing multi-sectoral and multi-partner programming. 3. Demonstrated leadership, management and supervisory skills. 4. Demonstrated ability to represent and advocate for the agency, its programming, and its views to partners and donors. 5. Strong inter-personal skills. 6. Excellent communications skills. 7. Demonstrated ability to transfer knowledge and skills formally and informally to diverse audiences; desire and ability to mentor staff. 8. Demonstrated success in program development and fundraising. 9. Knowledge of CRS operations, policies and procedures. 10. Substantial experience with short and long-term planning; financial, human resource and program management. 11. Demonstrated ability to effectively represent the Catholic, American identity of CRS. 12. Knowledge of Church structure and protocol, and the ability to relate effectively to Church officials at various levels in the Church hierarchy. 13. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in challenging cultural environments, to delegate tasks appropriately, and to understand and respond to staff concerns. 14. Excellent organization and planning skills. 15. Knowledge of and working experience in Africa preferred. 16. Fluency in English required functional capacity in French an advantage.
Physical Requirements/Environment: 1. Normal office environment. 2. Ability to travel within Nigeria approximately 25-30% of the time.
Disclaimer Clause: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skills, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position
To apply, visit www.crs.org/about/careers
EOE/M/F/D/V
Monday, May 9, 2011
US Embassy in Nigeria, Vacancy for Political Assistant
OPEN TO: All Interested Candidates
POSITION: Political Assistant, FSN-09
OPENING DATE: April 29, 2011
CLOSING DATE: May 12, 2011
WORK HOURS: Full-Time; 40 hours/week
SALARY: Ordinarily Resident Grade: FSN-09 (OR) – N3, 577, 888.00 p.a.
(Starting basic salary)
In addition to the basic salary, all allowances will be paid in accordance with
the Mission Local Compensation Plan.
Not Ordinarily Resident – (NOR) - AEFM-US$50, 043.00, p.a Grade FP-5
EFM-US$42, 948.00 p.a. Grade: FP -5
The U.S. Embassy Abuja is seeking to employ a suitable and qualified candidate for the
position of a Political Assistant in the Political Section.
BASIC FUNCTION OF THE POSITION:
Incumbent is the junior of the two FSN positions POL FSN unit, and does political work under
the supervision of the FSN Political Specialist. Responsible for collating on-line press stories
into an Early Morning Press Summary for the Front Office and Political Section. Conducts
professional-level research and information gathering, political reporting and provideinstitutional memory on Nigerian policies and personalities, and prepares analytic reports on
events and developments in the FCT and nineteen Northern states.
To obtain a copy of this announcement please click here
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
NOTE: All applicants are instructed to address each selection criterion detailed below with
specific and comprehensive information supporting each criterion.
1. University degree in political science, economics, journalism, business, law or related
field is required.
2. Minimum of five years work experience in Nigeria’s politics and economic sectors is
required.
3. Level IV Fluent (Speaking/Reading/Writing) English is required. Level IV in Hausa
language is required.
4. A thorough understanding of Nigeria’s complex political system is required.
5. Ability to read rapidly, sort and filter information efficiently is required.
SELECTION PROCESS
When fully qualified, U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) and U.S. Veterans are
given preference. Therefore, it is essential that the candidate specifically address the required
qualifications above in the application.
ADDITIONAL SELECTION CRITERIA
1. Management will consider nepotism/conflict of interest, budget, and residency status in
determining successful candidacy.
2. Current employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply.
3. Current Ordinarily Resident employees with an Overall Summary Rating of Needs
Improvement or Unsatisfactory on their most recent Employee Performance Report are not
eligible to apply.
4. Currently employed U.S. Citizen EFMs who hold a Family Member Appointment (FMA) are
ineligible to apply for advertised positions within the first 90 calendar days of their employment.5. Currently employed NORs hired under a Personal Services Agreement (PSA) are ineligible
to apply for advertised positions within the first 90 calendar days of their employment unless
currently hired into a position with a When Actually Employed (WAE) work schedule.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested applicants for this position must submit the following or the application will not be
considered:
1. Application for U.S. Federal Employment (DS-174); or a current resume or curriculum vitae
that provides the same information as an DS-174; plus
2. Candidates who claim U.S. Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form DD-214
with their application.
3. Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards, copies of degrees earned) that
addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.
4. A type-written and signed application letter specifically applying for this position, and
addressing the minimum requirements as advertised. Please reference the job title and
announcement number on the application letter.
SUBMIT APPLICATION TO
Human Resources Office, Abuja
Address: Plot 1075 Diplomatic Drive
Central District, Abuja.
Attention: Recruitment
Email Address: HRNigeria@state.gov
POINT OF CONTACT
Telephone: 09-461-4000 ext 4280
If you have not been notified within three weeks of the vacancy announcement closing, you may
assume you were not chosen for an interview.
DEFINITIONS
1. U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Member (USEFM) – For purposes of receiving a preference in
hiring for a qualified position, an EFM who meets the following criteria:
U.S. Citizen; and,
EFM (see above) at least 18 years old; and,
Listed on the travel orders of a direct-hire Foreign, Civil, or uniformed service member
assigned to or stationed abroad with a USG agency that is under COM authority, or at an
office of the American Institute in Taiwan; and either:1. Resides at the sponsoring employee's or uniformed service member's post of
assignment abroad or at an office of the American Institute in Taiwan; or
2. Resides at an Involuntary Separate Maintenance Allowance (ISMA) location
authorized under 3 FAM 3232.2.
2. EFM: An individual related to a U.S. Government employee in one of the following ways:
Spouse;
Child, who is unmarried and under 21 years of age or, regardless of age, is incapable of
self-support. The term shall include, in addition to natural offspring, stepchildren and
adopted children and those under legal guardianship of the employee or the spouse when
such children are expected to be under such legal guardianship until they reach 21 years
of age and when dependent upon and normally residing with the guardian;
Parent (including stepparents and legally adoptive parents) of the employee or of the
spouse, when such parent is at least 51 percent dependent on the employee for support;
Sister or brother (including stepsisters and stepbrothers, or adoptive sisters or brothers) of
the employee, or of the spouse, when such sibling is at least 51 percent dependent on the
employee for support, unmarried, and under 21 years of age, or regardless of age,
incapable of self-support.
3. Member of Household (MOH) – An individual who accompanies a direct-hire Foreign, Civil,
or uniformed service member permanently assigned or stationed at a U.S. Foreign Service post
or establishment abroad, or at an office of the American Institute in Taiwan. An MOH is:
Not an EFM; and,
Not on the travel orders of the sponsoring employee; and,
Has been officially declared by the sponsoring USG employee to the COM as part of
his/her household.
A MOH is under COM authority and may include a parent, unmarried partner, other relative or
adult child who falls outside the Department’s current legal and statutory definition of family
member. A MOH does not have to be a U.S. Citizen.
4. Not Ordinarily Resident (NOR) – An individual who:
Is not a citizen of the host country; and,
Does not ordinarily reside (OR, see below) in the host country; and,
Is not subject to host country employment and tax laws; and,
Has a U.S. Social Security Number (SSN).
NOR employees are compensated under a GS or FS salary schedule, not under the LCP.
5. Ordinarily Resident (OR) – A Foreign National or U.S. citizen who:
Is locally resident; and,
Has legal, permanent resident status within the host country; and,
Is subject to host country employment and tax laws.
EFMs without U.S. Social Security Numbers are also OR. All OR employees, including
U.S. citizens, are compensated in accordance with the LCP. This category may also
include Members of Household who are not on the travel orders and who need a
work permit to work legally in country.
POSITION: Political Assistant, FSN-09
OPENING DATE: April 29, 2011
CLOSING DATE: May 12, 2011
WORK HOURS: Full-Time; 40 hours/week
SALARY: Ordinarily Resident Grade: FSN-09 (OR) – N3, 577, 888.00 p.a.
(Starting basic salary)
In addition to the basic salary, all allowances will be paid in accordance with
the Mission Local Compensation Plan.
Not Ordinarily Resident – (NOR) - AEFM-US$50, 043.00, p.a Grade FP-5
EFM-US$42, 948.00 p.a. Grade: FP -5
The U.S. Embassy Abuja is seeking to employ a suitable and qualified candidate for the
position of a Political Assistant in the Political Section.
BASIC FUNCTION OF THE POSITION:
Incumbent is the junior of the two FSN positions POL FSN unit, and does political work under
the supervision of the FSN Political Specialist. Responsible for collating on-line press stories
into an Early Morning Press Summary for the Front Office and Political Section. Conducts
professional-level research and information gathering, political reporting and provideinstitutional memory on Nigerian policies and personalities, and prepares analytic reports on
events and developments in the FCT and nineteen Northern states.
To obtain a copy of this announcement please click here
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
NOTE: All applicants are instructed to address each selection criterion detailed below with
specific and comprehensive information supporting each criterion.
1. University degree in political science, economics, journalism, business, law or related
field is required.
2. Minimum of five years work experience in Nigeria’s politics and economic sectors is
required.
3. Level IV Fluent (Speaking/Reading/Writing) English is required. Level IV in Hausa
language is required.
4. A thorough understanding of Nigeria’s complex political system is required.
5. Ability to read rapidly, sort and filter information efficiently is required.
SELECTION PROCESS
When fully qualified, U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) and U.S. Veterans are
given preference. Therefore, it is essential that the candidate specifically address the required
qualifications above in the application.
ADDITIONAL SELECTION CRITERIA
1. Management will consider nepotism/conflict of interest, budget, and residency status in
determining successful candidacy.
2. Current employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply.
3. Current Ordinarily Resident employees with an Overall Summary Rating of Needs
Improvement or Unsatisfactory on their most recent Employee Performance Report are not
eligible to apply.
4. Currently employed U.S. Citizen EFMs who hold a Family Member Appointment (FMA) are
ineligible to apply for advertised positions within the first 90 calendar days of their employment.5. Currently employed NORs hired under a Personal Services Agreement (PSA) are ineligible
to apply for advertised positions within the first 90 calendar days of their employment unless
currently hired into a position with a When Actually Employed (WAE) work schedule.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested applicants for this position must submit the following or the application will not be
considered:
1. Application for U.S. Federal Employment (DS-174); or a current resume or curriculum vitae
that provides the same information as an DS-174; plus
2. Candidates who claim U.S. Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form DD-214
with their application.
3. Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards, copies of degrees earned) that
addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.
4. A type-written and signed application letter specifically applying for this position, and
addressing the minimum requirements as advertised. Please reference the job title and
announcement number on the application letter.
SUBMIT APPLICATION TO
Human Resources Office, Abuja
Address: Plot 1075 Diplomatic Drive
Central District, Abuja.
Attention: Recruitment
Email Address: HRNigeria@state.gov
POINT OF CONTACT
Telephone: 09-461-4000 ext 4280
If you have not been notified within three weeks of the vacancy announcement closing, you may
assume you were not chosen for an interview.
DEFINITIONS
1. U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Member (USEFM) – For purposes of receiving a preference in
hiring for a qualified position, an EFM who meets the following criteria:
U.S. Citizen; and,
EFM (see above) at least 18 years old; and,
Listed on the travel orders of a direct-hire Foreign, Civil, or uniformed service member
assigned to or stationed abroad with a USG agency that is under COM authority, or at an
office of the American Institute in Taiwan; and either:1. Resides at the sponsoring employee's or uniformed service member's post of
assignment abroad or at an office of the American Institute in Taiwan; or
2. Resides at an Involuntary Separate Maintenance Allowance (ISMA) location
authorized under 3 FAM 3232.2.
2. EFM: An individual related to a U.S. Government employee in one of the following ways:
Spouse;
Child, who is unmarried and under 21 years of age or, regardless of age, is incapable of
self-support. The term shall include, in addition to natural offspring, stepchildren and
adopted children and those under legal guardianship of the employee or the spouse when
such children are expected to be under such legal guardianship until they reach 21 years
of age and when dependent upon and normally residing with the guardian;
Parent (including stepparents and legally adoptive parents) of the employee or of the
spouse, when such parent is at least 51 percent dependent on the employee for support;
Sister or brother (including stepsisters and stepbrothers, or adoptive sisters or brothers) of
the employee, or of the spouse, when such sibling is at least 51 percent dependent on the
employee for support, unmarried, and under 21 years of age, or regardless of age,
incapable of self-support.
3. Member of Household (MOH) – An individual who accompanies a direct-hire Foreign, Civil,
or uniformed service member permanently assigned or stationed at a U.S. Foreign Service post
or establishment abroad, or at an office of the American Institute in Taiwan. An MOH is:
Not an EFM; and,
Not on the travel orders of the sponsoring employee; and,
Has been officially declared by the sponsoring USG employee to the COM as part of
his/her household.
A MOH is under COM authority and may include a parent, unmarried partner, other relative or
adult child who falls outside the Department’s current legal and statutory definition of family
member. A MOH does not have to be a U.S. Citizen.
4. Not Ordinarily Resident (NOR) – An individual who:
Is not a citizen of the host country; and,
Does not ordinarily reside (OR, see below) in the host country; and,
Is not subject to host country employment and tax laws; and,
Has a U.S. Social Security Number (SSN).
NOR employees are compensated under a GS or FS salary schedule, not under the LCP.
5. Ordinarily Resident (OR) – A Foreign National or U.S. citizen who:
Is locally resident; and,
Has legal, permanent resident status within the host country; and,
Is subject to host country employment and tax laws.
EFMs without U.S. Social Security Numbers are also OR. All OR employees, including
U.S. citizens, are compensated in accordance with the LCP. This category may also
include Members of Household who are not on the travel orders and who need a
work permit to work legally in country.
Save The Children UK, Vacancy for Protection Programme Manager, Nigeria
Protection Programme Manager, Nigeria
Closing Date: Tuesday, 17 May 2011
Save the Children is committed to making a critical contribution towards the achievement of a two-thirds reduction in child mortality globally by 2015. As part of our Change for Children strategy, we have committed ourselves to a child survival breakthrough as a top priority: Over the next decade, dramatically fewer children will die under the age of five: because Save the Children has saved many more lives ourselves, because we have succeeded in getting governments to do the same on a much larger scale, and because public pressure will no longer tolerate high levels of child mortality anywhere. Nigeria is one of five premier/top priority countries for the campaign.
The protection programme manager will be responsible for the overall management of the five year USAID Cooperative Agreement for Links for Children, a programme supporting Orphans and other Vulnerable Children across three states in Northern Nigeria. S/he will provide strategic and operational leadership to successfully implement the multi sectoral programme that will be entering its third year in October 2011.
The post holder will lead in developing Save the Children's Protection (encompassing HIV/AIDS) thematic area and building the capacity of the team in policy and practice.
Our selection processes reflect our commitment to the protection of children from abuse. Our people are as diverse as the challenges we face.
For more information and to apply, please visit our website on www.savethechildren.org.uk (Ref:6384).
Closing Date: Tuesday, 17 May 2011
Save the Children is committed to making a critical contribution towards the achievement of a two-thirds reduction in child mortality globally by 2015. As part of our Change for Children strategy, we have committed ourselves to a child survival breakthrough as a top priority: Over the next decade, dramatically fewer children will die under the age of five: because Save the Children has saved many more lives ourselves, because we have succeeded in getting governments to do the same on a much larger scale, and because public pressure will no longer tolerate high levels of child mortality anywhere. Nigeria is one of five premier/top priority countries for the campaign.
The protection programme manager will be responsible for the overall management of the five year USAID Cooperative Agreement for Links for Children, a programme supporting Orphans and other Vulnerable Children across three states in Northern Nigeria. S/he will provide strategic and operational leadership to successfully implement the multi sectoral programme that will be entering its third year in October 2011.
The post holder will lead in developing Save the Children's Protection (encompassing HIV/AIDS) thematic area and building the capacity of the team in policy and practice.
Our selection processes reflect our commitment to the protection of children from abuse. Our people are as diverse as the challenges we face.
For more information and to apply, please visit our website on www.savethechildren.org.uk (Ref:6384).
Unicef Job Vacancy for Human Resources Specialist, Niger
Unicef
Human Resources Specialist,Niger (P-3)
Closing Date: Friday, 20 May 2011
Purpose
Under the supervision of the Chief of Operations, you will be responsible for human resources management of the Country and field Offices. This includes human resources planning, staff budget, recruitment and placement, salary administration, benefits and entitlements, job classification and human resources induction and orientation.
Qualification
Advanced university degree or equivalent backgrounds, in Human Resources, Business Administration, International Relations, Social Sciences, Psychology or related areas.*
Five years of relevant professional HR Management work experience. Developing country work experience (for IP) or field work experience (for NO). Background/familiarity with emergency operations and staff security.
Fluency in English and another UN language. Knowledge of the local working language of the duty station is an asset.
*A first level university degree with a relevant combination of academic qualifications and experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Key Expected Results:
Undertake the recruitment of high quality international, national professional and general service staff including shortlisting, co-ordinating tests and interviews, identifying candidates, serving as ex-officio in APC meetings and advising on suitable candidates. Assist in co-ordinating recruitment processes of international staff.
Evaluate the office’s current and medium term staffing requirements. Participate in the review of office structures and work processes, human resource planning, budgeting, skills analysis, personnel inventories and review of office human resources needs on a continuous and regular basis. Facilitate the implementation of approved office structure.
Lead the proper constitution and training of members of consultative and management committees e.g. APC, JCC, JCP, etc. Prepare briefs and submissions to the APC, JCP, and JCC in the capacity as Ex-Officio member.
Manage Special Service Agreements (SSAs) for consultants and ensure compliance with relevant SSA rules, regulations and procedures. Provide technical operational support and guidance on interpretation and application of organizational rules, regulations, systems and procedures. Determine and process staff members’ benefits and entitlements for international professional and locally recruited staff in Niger in accordance with UN/UNICEF rules, regulations, instructions and directives.
Update and prepare Job Descriptions and closely administer the application of Job classification standards established by the International Civil Service Commission (ICSC) as well as New York Headquarters and act as focal point and resource base for local Job Classification Panel, analyses local panel reports; and submit appropriate recommendations to Classification and Computation Section and the Regional office for approval.
Responsible for overall development and maintenance of all staff records and related Human Resource administrative procedures, Information Circulars and Administrative Instructions.
Competencies:
Communicates effectively to varied audiences, including during formal public speaking
Consistently achieves high-level results, managing and delivering projects on-time and on-budget
Creates and encourages a climate of team-working and collaboration in a multi-cultural environment
Analyzes and integrates potentially conflicting numerical, verbal and other data from a number of sources
Adjusts team or department's approach to embrace changing circumstances
Demonstrates, applies and shares expert technical knowledge across the organization
Creates organization-wide processes to help ensure that all adhere to procedures and policies
Translates strategic direction into plans and objectives
Has good leadership and supervisory skills; co-ordinates group activities, ensuring that roles within the team are clear
UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organisation.
If you want a challenging career while improving the lives of children around the world UNICEF, the leading children’s rights organization, would like to hear from you. Visit us at www.unicef.org/about/employ to register in our new e-Recruitment system and apply to this and other vacancies, quoting E-VN-2011-000578. Applications must be received by 20 May 2011. Please note that only candidates who are under serious consideration will be contacted.
In the selection of its staff, UNICEF is committed to gender balance and diversity without distinction as to race, sex or religion, and without discrimination of persons with disabilities: well qualified candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
UNICEF’ salary and benefits package is based on the United Nations Common System; visit www.un.org/Depts/OHRM/salaries_allowances for further information.
Human Resources Specialist,Niger (P-3)
Closing Date: Friday, 20 May 2011
Purpose
Under the supervision of the Chief of Operations, you will be responsible for human resources management of the Country and field Offices. This includes human resources planning, staff budget, recruitment and placement, salary administration, benefits and entitlements, job classification and human resources induction and orientation.
Qualification
Advanced university degree or equivalent backgrounds, in Human Resources, Business Administration, International Relations, Social Sciences, Psychology or related areas.*
Five years of relevant professional HR Management work experience. Developing country work experience (for IP) or field work experience (for NO). Background/familiarity with emergency operations and staff security.
Fluency in English and another UN language. Knowledge of the local working language of the duty station is an asset.
*A first level university degree with a relevant combination of academic qualifications and experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Key Expected Results:
Undertake the recruitment of high quality international, national professional and general service staff including shortlisting, co-ordinating tests and interviews, identifying candidates, serving as ex-officio in APC meetings and advising on suitable candidates. Assist in co-ordinating recruitment processes of international staff.
Evaluate the office’s current and medium term staffing requirements. Participate in the review of office structures and work processes, human resource planning, budgeting, skills analysis, personnel inventories and review of office human resources needs on a continuous and regular basis. Facilitate the implementation of approved office structure.
Lead the proper constitution and training of members of consultative and management committees e.g. APC, JCC, JCP, etc. Prepare briefs and submissions to the APC, JCP, and JCC in the capacity as Ex-Officio member.
Manage Special Service Agreements (SSAs) for consultants and ensure compliance with relevant SSA rules, regulations and procedures. Provide technical operational support and guidance on interpretation and application of organizational rules, regulations, systems and procedures. Determine and process staff members’ benefits and entitlements for international professional and locally recruited staff in Niger in accordance with UN/UNICEF rules, regulations, instructions and directives.
Update and prepare Job Descriptions and closely administer the application of Job classification standards established by the International Civil Service Commission (ICSC) as well as New York Headquarters and act as focal point and resource base for local Job Classification Panel, analyses local panel reports; and submit appropriate recommendations to Classification and Computation Section and the Regional office for approval.
Responsible for overall development and maintenance of all staff records and related Human Resource administrative procedures, Information Circulars and Administrative Instructions.
Competencies:
Communicates effectively to varied audiences, including during formal public speaking
Consistently achieves high-level results, managing and delivering projects on-time and on-budget
Creates and encourages a climate of team-working and collaboration in a multi-cultural environment
Analyzes and integrates potentially conflicting numerical, verbal and other data from a number of sources
Adjusts team or department's approach to embrace changing circumstances
Demonstrates, applies and shares expert technical knowledge across the organization
Creates organization-wide processes to help ensure that all adhere to procedures and policies
Translates strategic direction into plans and objectives
Has good leadership and supervisory skills; co-ordinates group activities, ensuring that roles within the team are clear
UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organisation.
If you want a challenging career while improving the lives of children around the world UNICEF, the leading children’s rights organization, would like to hear from you. Visit us at www.unicef.org/about/employ to register in our new e-Recruitment system and apply to this and other vacancies, quoting E-VN-2011-000578. Applications must be received by 20 May 2011. Please note that only candidates who are under serious consideration will be contacted.
In the selection of its staff, UNICEF is committed to gender balance and diversity without distinction as to race, sex or religion, and without discrimination of persons with disabilities: well qualified candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
UNICEF’ salary and benefits package is based on the United Nations Common System; visit www.un.org/Depts/OHRM/salaries_allowances for further information.
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
International Foundation for Election Systems Job Vacancy- Country Director, Nigeria
Nigeria Country Director
Job—Closing date: 31 May 2011 — International Foundation for Election Systems
Country Director- Nigeria
Location: Nigeria, Abuja
Division: Program Management
Status: International Full Time
Position Number: 11:071
Project Description:
About IFES:
IFES is an international, nonprofit organization that supports the building of democratic societies. IFES provides targeted technical assistance to strengthen transitional democracies. Founded in 1987 as a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization, IFES has developed and implemented comprehensive, collaborative democracy solutions in more than 120 countries.
IFES NIGERIA:
IFES is implementing a capacity-building program in support of the professionalisation of Nigeria’s electoral process, building upon our work in Nigeria since 1998.
The Country Director will manage the IFES program in Nigeria. Primary responsibilities will include program management and implementation, and management of the IFES field office in Abuja. The Country Director is also responsible for identifying new opportunities for IFES within the existing program and beyond. The ideal candidate will have previously managed projects to promote democratic development, and will have had extensive experience in at least one of the following areas: supporting good governance, strengthening election administration and enhancing civil society development.
The Country Director represents IFES in country as the organization’s primary representative and on-site coordinator of programming with local and international actors. S/he is responsible for maintaining pro-active contacts with Nigerian leaders-both governmental and non-governmental, IFES’ funders and the international donor community.
Job Responsibilities:
• Manage the implementation of IFES’ projects in Nigeria; • Provide daily management and oversight of local and expatriate staff based in Nigeria; • Develop and maintain relationships with Nigerian partners, civil society groups and other stakeholders, including international NGOs and the donor community; • Organize training workshops and programs to enhance election reform in Nigeria; • Manage IFES programs with the Independent National Election Commission; • Explore new opportunities and design initiatives for IFES in Nigeria; • Draft reports to HQ, donors and other stakeholders; and • Manage and report on IFES/Nigeria finances.
Qualifications:
The Country Director must be engaged - a dynamic leader, flexible, adaptable and a team player who demonstrates leadership under challenging conditions. In addition, the Director is required to have the following expertise:
• English language fluency—writing and speaking. • Ten years of experience in democratic development. Experience in Africa strongly preferred. • Experience in implementing election-focused projects. • Graduate degree in public policy/administration, political science or law would be advantageous. • Demonstrated program and financial management experience. • Experience as a dynamic and engaged action-oriented interlocutor with democracy-development actors at all levels—grassroots to the highest national and international levels. • Personnel and office management experience-including management, training and development of local staff. • Experience in proposal writing and budgeting, and liaising with donors. • Experience in living and working overseas, preferably in Africa. • Strong oral and written communication skills and skills in PC-based word processing, spreadsheets and e-mail technology.
Preferred Attributes:
Successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following attributes: • Maturity, sound judgment, and ability to exercise common sense • Cultural sensitivity • Diplomatic tact
To Apply:
You must go to http://www.ifes.org/ to the Careers section and apply online. Applications are only accepted in this way. Make sure you upload all papers together (ie. cover letter and application, etc.).
Job—Closing date: 31 May 2011 — International Foundation for Election Systems
Country Director- Nigeria
Location: Nigeria, Abuja
Division: Program Management
Status: International Full Time
Position Number: 11:071
Project Description:
About IFES:
IFES is an international, nonprofit organization that supports the building of democratic societies. IFES provides targeted technical assistance to strengthen transitional democracies. Founded in 1987 as a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization, IFES has developed and implemented comprehensive, collaborative democracy solutions in more than 120 countries.
IFES NIGERIA:
IFES is implementing a capacity-building program in support of the professionalisation of Nigeria’s electoral process, building upon our work in Nigeria since 1998.
The Country Director will manage the IFES program in Nigeria. Primary responsibilities will include program management and implementation, and management of the IFES field office in Abuja. The Country Director is also responsible for identifying new opportunities for IFES within the existing program and beyond. The ideal candidate will have previously managed projects to promote democratic development, and will have had extensive experience in at least one of the following areas: supporting good governance, strengthening election administration and enhancing civil society development.
The Country Director represents IFES in country as the organization’s primary representative and on-site coordinator of programming with local and international actors. S/he is responsible for maintaining pro-active contacts with Nigerian leaders-both governmental and non-governmental, IFES’ funders and the international donor community.
Job Responsibilities:
• Manage the implementation of IFES’ projects in Nigeria; • Provide daily management and oversight of local and expatriate staff based in Nigeria; • Develop and maintain relationships with Nigerian partners, civil society groups and other stakeholders, including international NGOs and the donor community; • Organize training workshops and programs to enhance election reform in Nigeria; • Manage IFES programs with the Independent National Election Commission; • Explore new opportunities and design initiatives for IFES in Nigeria; • Draft reports to HQ, donors and other stakeholders; and • Manage and report on IFES/Nigeria finances.
Qualifications:
The Country Director must be engaged - a dynamic leader, flexible, adaptable and a team player who demonstrates leadership under challenging conditions. In addition, the Director is required to have the following expertise:
• English language fluency—writing and speaking. • Ten years of experience in democratic development. Experience in Africa strongly preferred. • Experience in implementing election-focused projects. • Graduate degree in public policy/administration, political science or law would be advantageous. • Demonstrated program and financial management experience. • Experience as a dynamic and engaged action-oriented interlocutor with democracy-development actors at all levels—grassroots to the highest national and international levels. • Personnel and office management experience-including management, training and development of local staff. • Experience in proposal writing and budgeting, and liaising with donors. • Experience in living and working overseas, preferably in Africa. • Strong oral and written communication skills and skills in PC-based word processing, spreadsheets and e-mail technology.
Preferred Attributes:
Successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following attributes: • Maturity, sound judgment, and ability to exercise common sense • Cultural sensitivity • Diplomatic tact
To Apply:
You must go to http://www.ifes.org/ to the Careers section and apply online. Applications are only accepted in this way. Make sure you upload all papers together (ie. cover letter and application, etc.).
Pact International - Vacancy for Nigeria Country Director
Job—Closing date: 27 May 2011 — Pact
Position Summary: The Country Director (CD) is responsible for the timely and effective implementation of the Nigeria program. As CD, s/he is also responsible for setting strategic directions for and developing the country portfolio which is appropriate to the operating context. S/he must also ensure that systems are in place and are being properly implemented that ensure the proper management, well being and safety of Pact staff and the proper stewardhip of resources. Responsibilities include technical leadership; team management and mentoring; policy advocacy; donor, government and partner liaison; new business development; and oversight of programmatic and financial management and reporting.
Pact Nigeria: There are three primary programs:
• ADVANCE – CSO capacity building in advocacy, financial management, partnership strengthening • REACH – AB and OVC capacity building in economic opportunities, build sustainability • LEAD – capacity building for local governments, transparency, improved service delivery
Through these programs, Pact Nigeria has an impact in many states throughout Nigeria.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
Programming • Oversee country office programming to ensure the effective and efficient delivery and implementation of projects and are in line with Pact's and donors’ standards for program quality. • Serve as team leader charged with the day-to-day execution of the program; undertake the timely deployment of financial and human resources for program success and attainment of desired results/indicators. • Generate financially viable program pipeline in line with Pact strategy. Lead in identifying and securing funding for future country office projects. Work in conjunction with Opportunity Development team to develop and execute fundraising strategies. • Ensure that proper monitoring and evaluation systems are in place. • Promote a learning environment within the country office that facilitates two-way learning with various stakeholders. • Develop and implement an organizational strengthening strategy that increases grantee capacities to monitor, evaluate, deliver and report on services, and that will support their sustainability. • Coordinate/arrange all technical assistance and training activities under the program.
Networking, Alliance Building and Collaboration • Ensure strong cooperation and collaboration with partners, donors, government, and other key stakeholders. • Coordinate and collaborate with Pact HQ and Pact’s Africa regional staff.
Finance, Administration, Grants and IT • Manage the country office in the assigned country and provide oversight for all administrative and financial operations to support the programs. • Monitor the country office’s financial position and ensure the best use of available resources. This includes overseeing the development and review of country office annual budget and project budgets, oversight of financial transactions and reports, maximizing cost recovery from restricted grants, ensure compliance with all Pact procedures and applicable donor requirements. • Ensure adequate internal controls are in place to protect the country office’s financial and non-monetary assets and to ensure the resources are used in accordance with donor terms and conditions. Review and follow-up on internal and external audit recommendations.
• Ensure the country office operations are conducted in accordance with all statutory and tax requirements. • Oversee an efficient, transparent grants making process under the program; assure timely and high-quality monitoring of and reporting by sub-grantees. • Oversee the work of the implementing partners and monitor for compliance with sub-agreements or subcontracts. • Provide guidance and resources to ensure IT is utilized efficiently and effectively.
Human Resources • Oversee the management and development of country office human resources to ensure a diverse, skilled and productive workforce and promote an organizational culture where Pact’s values are practised. • Provide proper supervision and management for all direct reports and oversee the establishment and functioning of a strong, effective senior leadership team. Ensure timely and quality inputs by staff and consultants. • Ensure strong human resource strategies and systems are in place and are properly implemented in areas such as recruitment, staff development, and performance management.
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• Ensure appropriate workplace policies to ensure fairness and equity are developed and used (e.g. policies related to HIV/AIDS, sexual harassment, sexual exploitation, etc.)
• Oversee the establishment and regular review of compensation package to ensure competitiveness. • Actively promote staff wellness by monitoring country office climate and staff morale and taking corrective actions as needed.
• Ensure the proper implementation of Pact’s performance management system for direct reports. This can include: proactively addressing performance issues through regular, constructive and honest feedback and coaching and identifying necessary staff development for direct reports. • Oversee the recruitment and orientation of new senior staff. • Ensure levels of authority and responsibility are clearly defined, understood and followed within the country office.
Qualifications: • In-depth understanding of the role of civil society in development and experience in capacity building for civil society organizations • Proven networking, diplomacy and negotiation skills that demonstrate ability to collaborate and coordinate with a range of stakeholders and to reconcile diverse perspectives in a constructive manner • Demonstrated ability to establish and sustain interpersonal and professional relationships with different donors, international NGOs, local NGOs/CBOs, and host country government counterparts • Strong track record of resource mobilization, innovation and new business development, including development of large scale proposals in response to competed opportunities • Knowledge of the priorities and procedures of donors, private foundations, and bilateral and multi-lateral organizations; corporate donors a plus • Excellent written, oral communication, presentation and representation skills • Strong general program planning and management skills with a focus on innovation • Solid understanding of and comfort with finance, compliance, and human resource management • A belief in empowering local staff and demonstrated leadership, team-building, facilitation, and mentoring skills in developing country contexts • Sensitive in diverse contexts, consultative, decisive, adaptable and proactive
Education and Experience Requirements:
• Graduate degree in relevant field. • A minimum of 10 years experience working with a variety of donors in senior management role • Experience working with Global Fund and US government strongly preferred. • Knowledge of and experience in community-based local governance, health programming, democracy and governance • Proven experience navigating complex and high pressure operating environments • Experience developing and managing multi-sectoral, multi-donor funded program portfolios preferred • Nigeria experience highly desirable, Africa experience essential
Please go to www.pactworld.org and complete an online application.
Disclaimer: This job description summarizes the responsibilities assigned to the position; however it does not contain an all-inclusive list of responsibilities. Periodically, employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise. Employment at Pact is a voluntary ”at will” relationship.
Position Summary: The Country Director (CD) is responsible for the timely and effective implementation of the Nigeria program. As CD, s/he is also responsible for setting strategic directions for and developing the country portfolio which is appropriate to the operating context. S/he must also ensure that systems are in place and are being properly implemented that ensure the proper management, well being and safety of Pact staff and the proper stewardhip of resources. Responsibilities include technical leadership; team management and mentoring; policy advocacy; donor, government and partner liaison; new business development; and oversight of programmatic and financial management and reporting.
Pact Nigeria: There are three primary programs:
• ADVANCE – CSO capacity building in advocacy, financial management, partnership strengthening • REACH – AB and OVC capacity building in economic opportunities, build sustainability • LEAD – capacity building for local governments, transparency, improved service delivery
Through these programs, Pact Nigeria has an impact in many states throughout Nigeria.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
Programming • Oversee country office programming to ensure the effective and efficient delivery and implementation of projects and are in line with Pact's and donors’ standards for program quality. • Serve as team leader charged with the day-to-day execution of the program; undertake the timely deployment of financial and human resources for program success and attainment of desired results/indicators. • Generate financially viable program pipeline in line with Pact strategy. Lead in identifying and securing funding for future country office projects. Work in conjunction with Opportunity Development team to develop and execute fundraising strategies. • Ensure that proper monitoring and evaluation systems are in place. • Promote a learning environment within the country office that facilitates two-way learning with various stakeholders. • Develop and implement an organizational strengthening strategy that increases grantee capacities to monitor, evaluate, deliver and report on services, and that will support their sustainability. • Coordinate/arrange all technical assistance and training activities under the program.
Networking, Alliance Building and Collaboration • Ensure strong cooperation and collaboration with partners, donors, government, and other key stakeholders. • Coordinate and collaborate with Pact HQ and Pact’s Africa regional staff.
Finance, Administration, Grants and IT • Manage the country office in the assigned country and provide oversight for all administrative and financial operations to support the programs. • Monitor the country office’s financial position and ensure the best use of available resources. This includes overseeing the development and review of country office annual budget and project budgets, oversight of financial transactions and reports, maximizing cost recovery from restricted grants, ensure compliance with all Pact procedures and applicable donor requirements. • Ensure adequate internal controls are in place to protect the country office’s financial and non-monetary assets and to ensure the resources are used in accordance with donor terms and conditions. Review and follow-up on internal and external audit recommendations.
• Ensure the country office operations are conducted in accordance with all statutory and tax requirements. • Oversee an efficient, transparent grants making process under the program; assure timely and high-quality monitoring of and reporting by sub-grantees. • Oversee the work of the implementing partners and monitor for compliance with sub-agreements or subcontracts. • Provide guidance and resources to ensure IT is utilized efficiently and effectively.
Human Resources • Oversee the management and development of country office human resources to ensure a diverse, skilled and productive workforce and promote an organizational culture where Pact’s values are practised. • Provide proper supervision and management for all direct reports and oversee the establishment and functioning of a strong, effective senior leadership team. Ensure timely and quality inputs by staff and consultants. • Ensure strong human resource strategies and systems are in place and are properly implemented in areas such as recruitment, staff development, and performance management.
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• Ensure appropriate workplace policies to ensure fairness and equity are developed and used (e.g. policies related to HIV/AIDS, sexual harassment, sexual exploitation, etc.)
• Oversee the establishment and regular review of compensation package to ensure competitiveness. • Actively promote staff wellness by monitoring country office climate and staff morale and taking corrective actions as needed.
• Ensure the proper implementation of Pact’s performance management system for direct reports. This can include: proactively addressing performance issues through regular, constructive and honest feedback and coaching and identifying necessary staff development for direct reports. • Oversee the recruitment and orientation of new senior staff. • Ensure levels of authority and responsibility are clearly defined, understood and followed within the country office.
Qualifications: • In-depth understanding of the role of civil society in development and experience in capacity building for civil society organizations • Proven networking, diplomacy and negotiation skills that demonstrate ability to collaborate and coordinate with a range of stakeholders and to reconcile diverse perspectives in a constructive manner • Demonstrated ability to establish and sustain interpersonal and professional relationships with different donors, international NGOs, local NGOs/CBOs, and host country government counterparts • Strong track record of resource mobilization, innovation and new business development, including development of large scale proposals in response to competed opportunities • Knowledge of the priorities and procedures of donors, private foundations, and bilateral and multi-lateral organizations; corporate donors a plus • Excellent written, oral communication, presentation and representation skills • Strong general program planning and management skills with a focus on innovation • Solid understanding of and comfort with finance, compliance, and human resource management • A belief in empowering local staff and demonstrated leadership, team-building, facilitation, and mentoring skills in developing country contexts • Sensitive in diverse contexts, consultative, decisive, adaptable and proactive
Education and Experience Requirements:
• Graduate degree in relevant field. • A minimum of 10 years experience working with a variety of donors in senior management role • Experience working with Global Fund and US government strongly preferred. • Knowledge of and experience in community-based local governance, health programming, democracy and governance • Proven experience navigating complex and high pressure operating environments • Experience developing and managing multi-sectoral, multi-donor funded program portfolios preferred • Nigeria experience highly desirable, Africa experience essential
Please go to www.pactworld.org and complete an online application.
Disclaimer: This job description summarizes the responsibilities assigned to the position; however it does not contain an all-inclusive list of responsibilities. Periodically, employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise. Employment at Pact is a voluntary ”at will” relationship.
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