Summary: Equal Access is looking for a Program Officer/Manager (depending on experience level) to lead innovative media for social change programs in northern Nigeria. The position to be based in Abuja, Nigeria with frequent travel to northern Nigeria. Preferred start date is April 1, 2018.
Program ManagerThe Program Officer/Manager is responsible for supporting management, operations, and implementation of peacebuilding, youth, and anti-corruption related media field programs in Nigeria. The Program Officer/Manager provides program management, technical, financial and business development support to our Nigeria country programs through a wide range of field-based tasks. The Program Officer/Manager reports to the Nigeria Country Director and works with the Kano-based program team and the US-based Senior Program Manager and program, finance, and administrative staff.Duties and ResponsibilitiesProject Management
Manages CVE, youth, anti-corruption, media, and community outreach program activities, including programmatic, technical, contractual, compliance, personnel, financial, and administrative matters
Provides CVE and governance technical support to all Equal Access Nigeria projects
Leads collaborative design workshops with local radio and community partners on advancing the media for social change field
Supports the design and execution of annual tech camps with youth leaders
Mentors youth leaders and community partners
Supports regional CVE and governance strategy
Liaises with Equal Access programs across the Sahel
Researches and liaises with other field and HQ staff to recommend solutions to country program teams
Ensures all activities are conducted in accordance with EA policies and client rules and regulations
Supports contract-related procurement, subcontracting, expenditure and budget monitoring, long-term and short-term personnel, travel, report editing and formatting, success story drafting and other relevant matters
Applies EA policies and funder regulations to process deliverables and complete required internal forms
Establishes and maintains field-based project electronic files and keeps filing system updated
Maintains budget monitoring, level of effort utilization, invoices, subcontractors, expense reports, deliverables, etc. to monitor compliance with funder and EA policies.
Documents program activities and drafts quarterly reports
May serve as primary contact for short-term consultants on administrative items. Ensures inquiries and needs are promptly addressed to continue a positive relationship between consultants and EA.
Technical
Support media for social change program design, including radio, television, and community storytelling activities
Provides technical information to support projects, business development efforts, EA knowledge base and other work products as requested by supervisor and colleagues.
Provides support in the development of work plans/GANTT charts, project frameworks and M&E plans, and ensures technical activities are implemented on time and within the allocated budget and scope of work.
Produces work products in conformance with EA and client standards.
Business Development
Develops a basic understanding of international development, foreign assistance programming and EA’s present and past competencies and contributions.
Participates on proposals by providing research, writing, budgeting, recruitment, coordination and administrative support.
Establishes and maintains productive relationships with clients, funding agencies, government ministries, vendors, partners and consultants that serve to enhance EA’s reputation and contribute to business development opportunities.
Management and Leadership Competencies
Communicates information in a way that demonstrates a basic understanding of development assistance work, EA’s culture, values and the specific scope and nature of assigned projects and proposal assignments.
Participates in the recruitment process for new short- and long-term staff, including recommending promising talent and assisting in interviews and reference checks.
Demonstrates maturity, dependability, integrity and initiative.
Contributes positively to a work environment that emphasizes teamwork, respect for differences, accepting and giving constructive feedback.
Other Duties and Special Assignments Performs other duties and responsibilities as required by supervisor.Qualifications/Competency Standards
Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred in relevant technical competency area or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
At least 5-7 years of relevant experience supporting peacebuilding, anti-corruption, governance, CVE programs, radio, and media for social change programs
At least three years of relevant experience managing donor-funded development programs in Nigeria
Fluency in written and spoken English. Proficiency in Hausa and/or Kanuri strongly preferred
Skilled trainer and community mobilizer
Tech savvy and digitally active voice in social change and peacebuilding work
Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
Strong project and budget management and administrative skills required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications (Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook).
Strong attention to detail, highly motivated and ability to meet deadlines and prioritize tasks.
Ability to commit to the mission and vision of Equal Access (available at www.equalaccess.org).
Ability to travel of up to 30% time in and around northern Nigeria (in accordance with EA policies to locations experiencing conflict and where standards of accommodation are consistent with the country context).
The following are advantageous:
Familiarity with USAID rules and regulations including the Code of Federal Regulations (22 CFR), Federal Acquisition Regulations (FARs) and USAID’s Acquisition Regulations (AIDAR).
Experience in managing USG or USAID grants, cooperative agreements or contracts.
Experience with monitoring and evaluation, work planning, donor reporting, marking and branding and administering sub-awards.
Professional experience in a field or headquarters office of an international NGO.
Experience in international development, media, community outreach-based initiatives and/or behavior change communication.
A competitive salary and benefits package will be offered. The position is based in Abuja, Nigeria with travel up to 30% travel. To apply, please send a cover letter indicating your reasons for interest in the position and a resume to: equalaccessng@gmail.com with “Nigeria Program Officer/Program Manager” in the subject line of the email. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. Please apply by March 15, 2017. This is a full-time position. Applicants must have the right to work in Nigeria. Equal Access does not provide sponsorship or pay relocation or housing costs.
Apply via :
equalaccessng@gmail.com