Position Overview:
The INGO Forum Engagement and Information Focal Point will have extensive experience in the humanitarian and/or development sectors in Nigeria with a strong familiarity with the political terrain.Specific Objectives:
In support to the INGO Forum and its 14 current member organizations, s/he will serve as an information focal point linking Abuja coordination with up-to-date realities in the NE through proactive engagement with identified personnel and through employment of simplified streamlined information collection and sharing techniques.
In collaboration with field managers of member organizations based in the NE (starting with Borno for first half of 2016), s/he will help facilitate action-oriented coordination discussions and identify opportunities for improvement, both within INGOs and on behalf of other partners/stakeholders.
As a main link between the INGO community and the Nigerian NGO community, s/he will actively engage with local NGOs to identify opportunities for collaboration and to build high-yielding partnership. (Leading advocacy and Representation)
Qualifications:
Advanced university degree in law, political science, international relations, journalism, social sciences, international development or related technical field (minimum master degree).
Essential Skills and Experience:
Fluency in written and spoken English is required
Strong data analysis and interpretation skills.
Knowledge and understanding of the international humanitarian/development system and the mandates of the actors involved.
Willingness to learn and interest in humanitarian practice.
Commitment to international humanitarian standards and principles.
Excellent writing, editing and analytical skills and ability to formulate well-targeted strategic documents.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced and often demanding environment and Flexibility in terms of office hours.
Proven experience in influencing for policy change and practice.
Experience facilitating meetings in high-pressure professional setting.
Exceptional interpersonal skills and experience in humanitarian setting.
Experience in an NGO (local or international), in a newspaper or research institution.
Knowledge of and contacts in Nigerian NGOs.
Preferred Skills and Experience:
Experience in the International Non-Governmental Organization (INGO) and Humanitarian context
Masters’ degree in law, political science, international relations, journalism, social sciences, international development or related technical field.
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Applicants should submit their applications by email to recruitment.ng@acf-international.org Or Apply in person to the following addresses:Abuja OfficeHouse No. 3,69 Crescent, 6th Avenue,Gwarinpa, Abuja,FCT.Jigawa Office079, Unguwar Kasarau Yamma Dutse, Jigawa State.Yobe OfficeNo. 195/196, Don Etebet Housing Estate, Damaturu, Yobe State.Borno Office96 West North, Damboa Road GRA, Behind Indimi House, Damboa Road, Maiduguri, Borno State.Note
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recruitment.ng@acf-international.org
