In the coming months, the main focus for NRC would be conflict affected populations including IDPs, returnees and the local communities in Borno State. NRC will initially be starting activities in the area of food security, water and sanitation, ICLA and shelter/NFI sectors. NRC is therefore seeking a Food Security Officer in Damasak, Borno, Nigeria. The Food Officer reports to the Food Security Coordinator.
Tasks and ResponsibilitiesGeneric responsibilities
Adhere to NRC policies, tools, handbooks and guidelines
Assist with the implementation of the support function portfolio according to plan of action
Prepare and develop status reports as required by management
Ensure proper filing of documents
Promote and share ideas for improvement of the support function
Ensure that procurement, development and distribution of materials and equipment are timely and accordance with the procedures
Involve and inform communities and community leaders about the activities
Investigate and facilitate introduction of new technology, method and approaches in order to improve the quality of the activities
Specific responsibilities
Coordinate the food security activities according to strategy, proposals, budgets and plans
Ensure adherence to NRC policies and donor requirements
Involve and inform communities and community leaders about the activities
Break down the annual operational plans into weekly, monthly and quarterly implementation plans
Coordinate with relevant partners working in the same implementation areas
Ensure that procurement, development and distribution of materials and equipment are timely and according to procedures
Supervise, train and develop team of food assistants
Prepare periodic progress reports and other documents as required
Investigate and facilitate introduction of new technology, methods and approaches in order to improve the quality of the activities
Qualifications
Minimum 3 years of experience of project implementation in humanitarian/recovery contexts;
Degree in Agricultural Field or any related field
Knowledge on Microsoft office excel, word, power point e.t.c
Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities;
Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile;
Fluency in English, both written and verbal;
Fluency in Kanuri would be an added advantage
We offer
Commencement: ASAP
Contract period: Until December 2017 with possibility of extension
Salary/benefits: According to NRC’s directions
Duty station: Damasak
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Interested and qualified candidate can submit their application letter and updated CV to the following e-mail address: ng.vacancies@nrc.no The title of the position (Food Security Officer – Damasak) OR (Food Security Assistant – Damasak) must be indicated in the subject line of your e-mail. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.(any application received after the deadline will not be considered).The Norwegian Refugee Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women are particularly encouraged to apply to this position.
Apply via :
ng.vacancies@nrc.no
