Details:Based in Maidugiri with frequent travel within the Borno state and travel to Abuja when required.The Community Liaison Officer (CLO) plays an integral role in MAG operations. The CLO is responsible for gathering data on the impact and contamination of UXO and socio-economic data of affected communities. The CLO will liaise closely with communities ensuring community/partner participation in the prioritization of Mine Risk Education activities. The CLO is a field based position.2. RELATIONSHIP:Reports to: Community Liaison Team Leader3. DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
Liaise with communities, traditional leaders, local authorities and other NGO’s to gather information using interviews, meetings, community mapping and other participatory activities.
Deliver Mine Risk Education (MRE) to targeted groups ensuring that all participants have a good understanding of risks and mitigation strategies.
Deliver training and provide on-going support to key community Focal Points to enable them to implement appropriate MRE activities.
Contribute ideas to improve the delivery of safety messages to the communities in order to achieve the aim of behaviour change.
Conduct needs and impact assessments as directed by the Community Liaison Team Leader or CLM.
Conduct Non-Technical Survey and record confirmed/suspected hazardous areas as reported by the community.
Take due care and responsibility for all equipment issued by MAG.
Reporting
Report CL related work/issue to CL TL as required
Report the CL activities on a daily basis.
Qualifications, Experience and Attributes
Diploma in Sociology, Education or any other related area.
Previous experience of carrying out community-based education activities or similar in North East Nigeria.
Good knowledge and understanding of local communities.
Ability to record information accurately and clearly.
Ability and willingness to travel.
Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills with the ability to build effective relationships with a range of people.
Hausa, Kanuri and English language skills
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Please send your CV in English entitled CLO Applicant, followed by your name to magrecruitmentborno@gmail.com Please note that applications which do not adhere to these instructions will not be reviewed.
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magrecruitmentborno@gmail.com
