Overall Purpose
Local Government Area (LGA) Coordinator contributes to and assists in the coordination and implementation of all technical aspects of the LEAD local governance capacity building activities. LGA Coordinator will be based in office located in the target LGAs.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
Serve as the day to day LEAD contact with the LGA and civil society organizations (CSOs)
Serve as crosscutting members of the overall technical team.
Mobilize local government counterparts, civil society, media, citizens, and the private sector in each target LGA.
Facilitate and Monitor the implementation of technical assistance and report on progress to the main office.
Assist in organizing project sponsored events in the LGA.
Assists project leadership and program management with implementing an integrated approach toward the cross-sectoral coordination needed to achieve the project’s objectives.
Assist in mentoring Local Government staffs and the CSOs on relevant thematic areas
Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Required Experience, Skills and Qualifications
Bachelors’ Degree and 6 years or MA Degree plus 3 years’ experience
Degree in Political Science, Public Administration, International Relations, Development Studies or related fields
Experience in northern Nigeria preferred
Fluency in Hausa language an added advantage
Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills
Excellent team player who works well independently
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their cover letter which summarizes how your relevant skills and experience are a match for the position sought and CV in reverse chronological order to: info@lead.rti.org Also include the position applied for in the subject of your email. Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Apply via :
info@lead.rti.org
