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Organization: Management Sciences for Health
Country: Nigeria
Closing date: 28 Mar 2015

MSH seeks candidates for the position of Chief of Party for a potential maternal, newborn and child health and family planning/reproductive health project in northern Nigeria.

This position is subject to project award and funding.

The Chief of Party leads and manages the MSH project. S/he is accountable for project deliverables and results, and has full accountability and authority for the development, execution, and monitoring of the project, including (1) vision and technical strategy; (2) project management; (3) documentation and communication; (4) client(s) and stakeholder(s) relationships; and (5) coordination and synergy with other MSH projects, and collaboration with MSH Country Representative and the Country Operations Management Unit (COMU). The Chief of Party is responsible for technical leadership and administrative oversight of the project and will serve as the principal institutional liaison to USAID.

Specific Responsibilities:

Project Results

1. Client expectations- Ensure achievement of contract/agreement goals (meeting or exceeding expected project targets and deliverables on time and within budget) as per contract/agreement and client(s) approved Results Framework and Performance Monitoring Plan.
2. Project Management- Provide effective project management systems within MSH policies, guidelines and Standard Operating Procedures while ensuring local ownership, appropriateness and responsiveness.
3. Relationships- Cultivate and maintain effective dialogue and relationships with project client(s), beneficiaries, partner(s), coworkers and other local and international stakeholders.
4. MSH Interests- Safeguard MSH’s reputation by ensuring that financial, contractual, technical, and political integrity is maintained and strengthened.

Vision and Technical Strategy

1. Develop and execute project’s Results Framework, Performance Monitoring Plan, Technical Strategy, Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) plan and annual project work plans as per contract/agreement requirements, approved budget and received obligations, MSH technical frameworks and standards, and Results Management Systems (RMS) guidelines.

Project Management

1. Implement a Financial Pipeline Tracking system for effective budget monitoring and cost control based on sound financial and accounting principles, MSH Standard Operating Procedures, and MSH and donor reporting requirements.
2. Develop and adapt (as needed) project financial plan in line with contract/agreement budget and received obligations, technical strategy, work plan, and reporting requirements.
3. Ensure contract/agreement implementation in compliance with contract/agreement clauses, MSH and donor policies, regulations and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
4. Ensure project staffing, structure and reporting relationships are aligned with project needs, local context and available resources.
5. Manage human resources in accordance to MSH values, policies and guidelines, and implement an effective performance-management program focusing on results and individual accountability, including regular check-ins, annual appraisals, supportive supervision, rewards, training, coaching and career development support.
6. With support of Project Director Supervisor, develop technical assistance plan and budget.

Documentation and Communication

1. Ensure appropriate and timely documentation and dissemination of key results and deliverables for maximum project impact and business development using a variety of communication strategies and media.
2. Promote and facilitate staff participation in MSH’s Technical Exchange Network (TEN) and south-to-south exchanges.
3. Ensure quarterly submission of project documentation to MSH’s central Institutional Memory System (IMS).

Client(s) and other Stakeholder(s) Relationships

1. Build and maintain strong working relations with key internal and external stakeholders, beneficiaries, prime and subcontractors, suppliers and partners. Provide effective and timely responses to inquiries and concerns.
2. Contribute to building MSH’s reputation by developing local and international networks to disseminate project results, attract talent and generate business.

Other MSH Contributions Collaborate with the MSH Country Representative and participate as required in activities organized in the context of MSH Representation in country.
Ensure harmonious collaboration with, and cost-effective use of, the COMU.
Collaborate with the Office of Strategic Development and Communications in aspects of business development, including strategic communication, intelligence gathering, positioning, proposal development, etc.
Identify and track new business opportunities by communicating them to the relevant internal MSH stakeholders.
Ensure effective project collaboration, coordination and internal partnerships with other projects, Centers and Offices to build synergies across programs for maximum impact.
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Qualifications:**

1. Master’s degree in management, public health, international development or related field.
2. A minimum of 10 years of senior-level experience in international development projects, including 5 years of previous experience as a Chief of Party.
3. Proven exceptional leadership in the design, management, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of similar-sized international donor-supported programs, with skills in strategic planning, management, supervision and budgeting, and preferably must have experience in managing complex activities involving coordination with multiple program partner institutions.
4. Strong communication skill to fulfill the diverse technical and managerial requirements of the program and to effectively coordinate with a wide range of stakeholders.
5. Demonstrated ability to develop and communicate a common vision among diverse partners and the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams.
6. Track record of strong commitment to sharing knowledge, documenting experiences, supporting creative initiatives, and sharing credit.
7. Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with senior-level colleagues, particularly interacting productively, proactively, and comfortably with government agencies, NGOs, private sector groups, USAID, CAs, and donor organizations.
8. Demonstrated strategic agility, diplomacy, conflict management, team building, written and oral communication, and negotiation skills.

Management Sciences for Health is an equal opportunity employer offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship, physical or mental handicap, or status as a disabled or Vietnam Era veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces.

How to apply:

Please visit the MSH website to APPLY! ( Link Below)

https://jobs-msh.icims.com/jobs/7517/chief-of-party-nigeria/job

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Organization: Leadership Initiative for Transformation and Empowerment
Country: Nigeria
Closing date: 27 Feb 2015

An NGO based in the Niger Delta with diverse local and international funding sources requires the services of a Development Communication Intern.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The intern will:

• Assist with developing an effective communication strategy related to the organization’s programs and events with emphasis on sharing timely and regular information with stakeholders

• Assist with updating and maintaining the organization’s website and social media properties, and with the development of new information for these digital channels

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Identify and analyze on a regular basis communication needs of the stakeholders (Staff, Donor Agencies, and Community Members) and develop appropriate materials to address and respond to such needs

• Working closely with the Development Communication Specialist and Business Development and Partnership Adviser to manage development, distribution, and maintenance of all print and electronic collateral including, but not limited to, newsletters, brochures, annual report, e-newsletters, organization’s website, and Social Media outlets (Twitter, Facebook, Linkedin, etc)

• Liaise with traditional and print/electronic media on promotion of the project activities

• Coordinate the development and production of IEC materials with the various programme specialist and stakeholders to ensure quality and timely dissemination and with management approval, place such materials on our website and to local and international media as is deemed appropriate by management

• Assist Senior Programs Manager and BDSP Adviser in researching funding and latest best practices resources and training materials related to the organization’s thematic areas

• Work with BDSP Adviser to monitor and evaluate the implementation of organization’s communication strategy

• Work with BDSP Adviser and Webmaster on website management by posting content and ensuring website is updated on a regular basis

•Assist with the preparation of new information and content for the website.

• Carry out any other assignment given by the line manager.

QUALIFICATIONS

• At least a Bachelor’s Degree in Mass Communication, Development Communication, Social work, Development studies , International Development and/ or another related field; a Masters degree will be an added advantage

• At least 3 years of professional experience working in development sector most especially in communication portfolio in an NGO or other relevant reputable institutions

• Sound knowledge in website development and management; experience on the use of Joomla web applications will be an added advantage

• Sound knowledge and experience of computer application including word, excel, publisher and Corel draw and graphics design

• Ability to interact with other stakeholders, coordinate, take other views into consideration and adapt to external constraints

• Excellent reporting skills and spoken English is essential

• Experience in communication and media relations, media campaigns and promotional materials development

• Experience in working with grassroots communities, private sectors, NGOs and multilaterals and bilateral development agencies and government

How to apply:

Duration of internship: 3 months with a possibility for extension

LOCATION: Effurun-Warri, Delta State- Nigeria

Shortlisted applicants will be asked to provide a writing sample.

Start date: to be discussed.

This internship is an unpaid internship position, and the organization is not responsible for interns' travel expenses to and from, or for medical insurance during the period of the internship.

Please forward your Cover Letter and CV in ENGLISH to jobs@lite-africa.org

PLEASE MAKE SURE TO PUT THE TITLE OF THIS POSITION AS THE SUBJECT OF YOUR EMAIL.

Organization: UN Children's Fund
Country: Nigeria
Closing date: 05 Feb 2015

United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) Nigeria is pleased to announce the following vacancy for suitably qualified non-Nigerian candidates as follows:

Ref: VN-NGR-13-2015

****Position:**** Child Protection in Emergencies Specialist

Level:L4 Temporary Appointment (TA) for 364 days

Location:Abuja, with frequent travel to the field

If you are a passionate and committed professional and want to make a lasting difference for children, the world’s leading children’s rights organization would like to hear from you.

Purpose of the post:

The successful candidate will be responsible for leading, strengthening and scaling up UNICEF’s child protection response to the emergency in the North East of Nigeria, to ensure that the needs of children affected by the armed conflict are met.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Manage the Child Protection Section’s Emergencies Programme and sub team
2. Scale up and strengthen UNICEF’s response for children affected by the armed conflict in the North East of Nigeria
3. Supervise the expansion of the psychosocial support programme in the three States of Emergency
4. Establish and manage the Unaccompanied and Separated Children programme in the North East of Nigeria
5. Develop a mechanism for Disarmament, Demobilisation and Reintegration (DDR) for children involved in the hostilities
6. Strengthen coordination of child protection interventions in the States of Emergency with UN agencies, CSOs and State agencies

Qualifications and Competencies required:

· Advanced degree in social work, social science or related field

· A minimum of 8 years of experience in child protection programming

· A minimum of 3 years of experience in child protection programming in emergencies

· Experience of programming on UASC and DDR is desirable

· Experience of managing teams

· Fluency in English

· Excellent communication skills

· Proven ability to work independently under difficult conditions

How to apply:

Candidates interested in the above position should submit his/her application, accompanied by updated CV in English and a completed United Nations Personal History Form, (which can be downloaded from our website at www.unicef.org/employ) to the email address below on or before Thursday, 5 February 2015.

Email: nrecruit@unicef.org

Please put the position title you are applying for on the subject line of your email.

· UNICEF, a smoke-free environment, is committed to gender equality in its mandate and its staff. Well qualified candidates, **particularly women are strongly encouraged to apply*.*Zero tolerance of sexual abuse and exploitation is our policy.

Organization: Save the Children
Country: Nigeria
Closing date: 26 Jan 2015

ROLE PURPOSE:

The overall aim of the position is to provide technical leadership for the implementation of the newborn health component of the Maternal and Child Survival Program (MCSP). The position will support and supervise the work of the two MCSP Newborn Health Advisers located and working in Kogi and Ebonyi states. The adviser will also support Federal Ministry of Health, National Primary Health Care Development Agency, and State Ministries of Health and partner organizations to improve the quality of care for pregnant women, mothers and newborn infants within the framework of the National Integrated Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health (IMNH) strategy, the child survival call to action road map in the context of the Saving One Million Lives Initiative of the government, Subsidy Reinvestment and Empowerment Program (SURE-P) and the Midwifery Service Scheme, providing technical inputs with respect to maternal & newborn health and technical leadership on this work for the MCSP Program Nigeria. S/he will provide technical support and work closely with the Pediatric Association of Nigeria (PAN) and the Nigeria Society of Neonatal Medicine (NISONM) in the two States – Ebonyi and Kogi -- and when appropriate in other states in Nigeria where the Helping 100,000 Babies Survive and Thrive Initiative have activities. Also to work with other provisional associations including Nigeria Association of Nurses and Midwives, and the Society of Gynecology and Obstetrics of Nigeria (SOGON) and other implementing parthers to improve policy environment for the implementation of maternal & newborn health interventions ; galvanise partner support for policy change for women and children in areas where there may be gap/s.

Essential

• Medical qualification (MD or M.B.B.S.) with a post graduate qualification in paediatrics with public health , neonatology/newborn health or related field.
• Substantial experience in a clinical, managerial, administrative and advisory capacity.
• Experience in providing technical support to partners and in particular government at senior levels.
• Superior interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate and negotiate clearly and effectively at all levels. Presentation and training skills, along with tact and diplomacy are essential.
• Proven capacity to deliver results against objectives, reporting schedules and workplans.
• Excellent analytical and conceptual skills and the proven ability to translate these into concise high quality reports and lessons learnt documents,
• Confidence in using word processing and spreadsheet computer packages
• Fluency in written and spoken English and ability to make compelling technical presentations.
• Commitment to and understanding of Save the Children’s values and mission.
• Intimate knowledge of the policy and programme context of Nigeria. Demonstrated capacity to develop a network of contacts with key players from amongst government, donors, international agencies and NGOs, to maintain these relationships over time and to support mobilization of significant funding from donors.

Desirable

• Experience in health systems development and primary health care management.
• Technical expertise in newborn health
• Proven capacity in strategic planning and long term positioning.

How to apply:

Kindly send your C.V and qualifying statements on or before 26th January 2015explaining why you are suitable to Nigeriavacancy@savethechildren.org . State position clearly in the subject field as applications without appropriate subject will be disqualified. Also, applications received after the deadline will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Please note that applications will be treated as they are received and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

In order to apply for more great opportunities, please visit our website onwww.savethechildren.net/jobs.

For more information and to support our work, please visit our website onwww.savethechildren.net

Our selection processes reflect our commitment to safeguard children from abuse. Our people are as diverse as the challenges we face.

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Organization: Operational Research and Impact Evaluation Project
Country: Nigeria
Closing date: 09 Dec 2014

The Operations Research and Impact Evaluation (ORIE) Project is an independent component of the six-year, DFID, UK-funded Working to Improve Nutrition in Northern Nigeria (WINNN) programme which seeks to improve the nutritional status of 6.2 million children under five years across the five northern Nigerian states of Kebbi, Katsina, Jigawa, Zamfara, and Yobe. The overall purpose of ORIE is to “fill important gaps in knowledge about the causes of and optimal responses to undernutrition in Northern Nigeria”. ORIE undertakes various kinds of research and evaluation to this end.

ORIE is being implemented by a consortium of four UK-based organisations led by Oxford Policy Management

Job Summary

The Driver will work with staff of the ORIE Project to provide support for programme implementation that will entail driving staff between Abuja and the Northwestern parts and to other parts of Nigeria, mail delivery and running official errands.

Line Management: The Driver reports to and is under the direct supervision of ORIE Project Administrator

Responsibilities/Duties

• Clean and inspect the vehicle on a daily basis and complete the “Daily Vehicle Inspection Form”.
• Perform basic routine check (oil, water, battery, tyre pressure, lights etc) every morning and always with a view to identifying any faults and reporting same promptly to the Project Administrator.
• Maintain a register for planned vehicle servicing and ensuring this is adhered to.
• Bring to the knowledge of the Project Administrator any faults noticed and repairs to be carried on the vehicle immediately as it is noticed.
• Maintain a “Vehicle Movement Register” and “Log Book” and ensure that staff or any other official visitor taken on a trip signs off the logbook at the end of each journey.
• Take responsibility for driving staff and official visitors on all approved journeys/destinations
• Assist in carrying out dispatch of all official mail/packages as determined by the ORIE Project Administrator
• Report to the Project Administrator when the vehicle is due for refuelling; complete the “Fuel Coupon Form” for fuel replenishment or take funds to procure fuel and thereafter retire the advance
• Ensures that passengers comply with established safety routine while in the vehicle – seat belts etc
• In liaison with the Project Administrator ensure that the vehicle is equipped with emergency and first aid kits.
• Performing any other duties as may be directed by the Project Administrator.

Education, Experience &Certifications

• Minimum of NCE/OND or its equivalent
• Holder of valid driver’s license class E
• Knowledge of standard highway traffic codes
• Demonstrated experience of the Nigeria road network system.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English. Understanding of Hausa language is an added advantage

Competences

• Ability to drive safely and apply road rules
• Through knowledge of motor vehicle functionality
• Flexible, Organized and dependable ie ability to respond and react appropriately to the unexpected
• Pleasant personality and willing to follow and implement instructions
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to interact with all cadre of staff and be a good team player
• Detail oriented, honest and patient
• Willingness to travel away from Abuja in a row to other states -especially Northern Nigeria

How to apply:

Interested and qualified applicants should send their CV(s) to Dr. Vincent Ahonsi at vincent.ahonsi@orie-ng.org with a copy to Adesoye Aro on adesoye.aro@orie-ng.orgby December 9, 2014

While we appreciate all applicants, ORIE may not be able to provide feedback to applicants that are not shortlisted.

Organization: Operational Research and Impact Evaluation Project
Country: Nigeria
Closing date: 09 Dec 2014

The Operations Research and Impact Evaluation (ORIE) Project is an independent component of the six-year, DFID, UK-funded Working to Improve Nutrition in Northern Nigeria (WINNN) programme which seeks to improve the nutritional status of 6.2 million children under five years across the five northern Nigerian states of Kebbi, Katsina, Jigawa, Zamfara, and Yobe. The overall purpose of ORIE is to “fill important gaps in knowledge about the causes of and optimal responses to undernutrition in Northern Nigeria”. ORIE undertakes various kinds of research and evaluation to this end.

ORIE is being implemented by a consortium of four UK-based organisations led by Oxford Policy Management.

Members of the ORIE consortium are to undertake a cohort study of the nutrition, health and growth of young children in a cluster of villages in northern Nigeria near Katsina. The aim is to recruit about 1,000 young children and follow them for about 18 months to understand the context in which they grow and the factors that may contribute to malnutrition. This will be done by studying two cohorts - a large cohort that will be studied at two time points 18 months apart, and a small cohort that will be studied every 3 months. In addition a nested case control study at the end of the cohort study will be undertaken of children who have gained the least length; and up to four nested sub-studies lasting 6 weeks each of factors known to be associated with malnutrition will be done.

Job specification

ORIE is seeking a qualified and experienced health researcher Assistants to support the cohort studies in Katsina. The Cohort Research Assistants will have the following responsibilities under the guidance and supervision of ORIE National Team Leader through the Cohort Research Manager:

• Assist the Cohort Research Manager to identify project villages, obtain consents from the community for the study to be done, and maintain relationships with the community and community leaders throughout the study;
• Assist the Cohort Research Manager to identify local guides in study villages to help staff to locate households and keep track of study children;
• Assist the Cohort Research Manager to test all data collection tools in the field and modify questions in consultation with the PI, WINNN and ORIE staff when appropriate;
• Collect data on young children in the villages.
• Provide weekly updates on all activities and progress
• Import data from hand held devices into statistical analysis software when required.
• Assist the Cohort Research Manager to undertake basic data checking, labelling and analysis using statistical analysis software;
• Assist the Cohort Research Manager to write basic reports on the analysis of data from the gap sub-studies and contribute to analysis and reporting of other data;
• Assist the Cohort Research Manager in the maintenance of a small office in Katsina.
• Reports to the National Team Leader of ORIE on all administrative, finance, security and logistics matters through the Cohort Research Manager.

Qualifications and experience

The following attributes are important:

• HND or first degree in nutrition, public health, epidemiology or a relevant discipline
• At least 1 year of experience doing surveys, monitoring, evaluation or research studies
• Experience of analysing quantitative data using statistical software is an added advantage
• Fluent in English with a proven ability to write basic reports in English

The following attributes are desirable:

• Nigerian nationality with experience of working in northern states
• An ability to communicate in Hausa
• Understanding of and sensitivity to local culture in Northern Nigeria

How to apply:

Interested and qualified applicants should send their CV(s) to Dr. Vincent Ahonsi at vincent.ahonsi@orie-ng.org with a copy to Adesoye Aro on adesoye.aro@orie-ng.orgby ****December 9, 2014****

While we appreciate all applicants, ORIE may not be able to provide feedback to applicants that are not shortlisted.

Organization: Operational Research and Impact Evaluation Project
Country: Nigeria
Closing date: 09 Dec 2014

The Operations Research and Impact Evaluation (ORIE) Project is an independent component of the six-year, DFID, UK-funded Working to Improve Nutrition in Northern Nigeria (WINNN) programme which seeks to improve the nutritional status of 6.2 million children under five years across the five northern Nigerian states of Kebbi, Katsina, Jigawa, Zamfara, and Yobe. The overall purpose of ORIE is to “fill important gaps in knowledge about the causes of and optimal responses to undernutrition in Northern Nigeria”. ORIE undertakes various kinds of research and evaluation to this end.

ORIE is being implemented by a consortium of four UK-based organisations led by Oxford Policy Management

Job Summary

The Driver will work with staff of the ORIE Project to provide support for programme implementation that will entail driving staff between Abuja and the Northwestern parts and to other parts of Nigeria, mail delivery and running official errands.

Line Management: The Driver reports to and is under the direct supervision of ORIE Project Administrator

Responsibilities/Duties

• Clean and inspect the vehicle on a daily basis and complete the “Daily Vehicle Inspection Form”.
• Perform basic routine check (oil, water, battery, tyre pressure, lights etc) every morning and always with a view to identifying any faults and reporting same promptly to the Project Administrator.
• Maintain a register for planned vehicle servicing and ensuring this is adhered to.
• Bring to the knowledge of the Project Administrator any faults noticed and repairs to be carried on the vehicle immediately as it is noticed.
• Maintain a “Vehicle Movement Register” and “Log Book” and ensure that staff or any other official visitor taken on a trip signs off the logbook at the end of each journey.
• Take responsibility for driving staff and official visitors on all approved journeys/destinations
• Assist in carrying out dispatch of all official mail/packages as determined by the ORIE Project Administrator
• Report to the Project Administrator when the vehicle is due for refuelling; complete the “Fuel Coupon Form” for fuel replenishment or take funds to procure fuel and thereafter retire the advance
• Ensures that passengers comply with established safety routine while in the vehicle – seat belts etc
• In liaison with the Project Administrator ensure that the vehicle is equipped with emergency and first aid kits.
• Performing any other duties as may be directed by the Project Administrator.

Education, Experience &Certifications

• Minimum of NCE/OND or its equivalent
• Holder of valid driver’s license class E
• Knowledge of standard highway traffic codes
• Demonstrated experience of the Nigeria road network system.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English. Understanding of Hausa language is an added advantage

Competences

• Ability to drive safely and apply road rules
• Through knowledge of motor vehicle functionality
• Flexible, Organized and dependable ie ability to respond and react appropriately to the unexpected
• Pleasant personality and willing to follow and implement instructions
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to interact with all cadre of staff and be a good team player
• Detail oriented, honest and patient
• Willingness to travel away from Abuja in a row to other states -especially Northern Nigeria

How to apply:

Interested and qualified applicants should send their CV(s) to Dr. Vincent Ahonsi at vincent.ahonsi@orie-ng.org with a copy to Adesoye Aro on adesoye.aro@orie-ng.orgby December 9, 2014

While we appreciate all applicants, ORIE may not be able to provide feedback to applicants that are not shortlisted.

Organization: International Foundation for Election Systems
Country: Nigeria
Closing date: 26 Dec 2014

Electoral Security Advisor-NigeriaLocation: Nigeria, AbujaDivision: Program Management Status: Consultant Position Number: C14:53 Project Description: The International Foundation for Electoral System was established in 1987 in Washington DC in USA to provide technical support to election management bodies and other election stakeholders. IFES mission is to deepen democracy by ensuring that election management bodies deliver on their constitutional responsibilities of conducting credible elections. IFES has been in Nigeria since 1998 and had been working with the Independent National Electoral Commission, the State Independent Electoral Commission, civil society, the judiciary and the political parties among several other stakeholders.
IFES seeks an Electoral Security Advisor to work with INEC on electoral security matters and preparedness ahead of the upcoming general elections. This position will work closely with the COP and INEC to improve electoral security preparedness, contributing to secure and peaceful elections in 2015. Job Responsibilities: • Assess the current status of electoral security matters and preparedness of INEC for upcoming national elections;
• Support INEC to strengthen planning and response capacity of Interagency Consultative Committee on Election Security (ICCES) in Abuja and replicate at state levels;
• Assist INEC and ICCES in conflict mapping exercise, including risks to electoral processes;
• Assist INEC in compiling national map of polling units, assignment of risk levels as well as support creating the polling unit public interface;
• Assist INEC in developing crisis communication plan and incorporate into Election Operations Support Centers (EOSCs) and ICCES;
• Assist INEC in integration of election security matters into EOSC planning including the possibility of establishment polling unit security threat level assignment system for State level EOSCs;
• Establish training to EOSC on crisis management strategy to address possible scenarios;
• Assist INEC in developing and incorporating security guidelines into training of electoral officials, ad-hoc staff and security agents;
• Carry out any other tasks at the request of the IFES COP. Qualifications: • University degree or advanced education / certified training in Security
• Minimum 10 years of relevant professional experience in Electoral Security
• Prior experience in working with Electoral Commission/s on Nationwide Electoral Security Matters
• Prior experience working in West Africa preferred
• Sensitivity to local political environment and customs
• Proven ability to plan and ensure targets are met
• Ability to transfer skills and work in close cooperation with local counterparts

To Apply:

You must go tohttp:*www.ifes.org/***to the Careers section and apply online. Applications are only accepted in this way. Make sure you upload all papers together (ie. cover letter and application, etc.).**Resumes are only reviewed and accepted if submitted through our careers page.

How to apply:

To Apply:

You must go tohttp:*www.ifes.org/***to the Careers section and apply online. Applications are only accepted in this way. Make sure you upload all papers together (ie. cover letter and application, etc.).**Resumes are only reviewed and accepted if submitted through our careers page.

Organization: UN Children's Fund
Country: Nigeria
Closing date: 19 Nov 2014

Vacancy number: VN-NGR-40-2014

Post Title: Child Protection Specialist (Psychosocial Support)

Level: International Professional (L3)

Contract Type: Temporary Appointment (TA)

Duration: 6 months

Location: Abuja/ Borno

Deadline for receipt of application: 19 November 2014

The successful candidate will be responsible for strengthening the protective environment for children, reinforcing the resilience of children and adolescents and families living and ensuring severely affected children are appropriately referred to specialist support services in the three States of Emergency in the North East of Nigeria.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Manage the implementation and scale up of the PSS programme in the States of Emergency (Borno, Yobe and Adamawa)
2. Manage the scale up training for key stakeholders and step down trainings on PSS, including the identification of training needs and skills gaps
3. Deliver training for the trainers and support step down training for community volunteers
4. Provide continued technical support to the training and supervision teams and the community volunteers, including establishing and managing a support system for community level volunteers
5. Support the development of community based activities and delivery of psychosocial support services by the community volunteers
6. Manage and quality ensure the work of the team of third party local consultants responsible for overseeing and monitoring the PSS programme
7. Establish and strengthen relations with stakeholders in the affected State working on similar issues and promote and support coordination around similar initiatives.
8. Support coordination of the mental health and psychosocial support reference working group at Federal level and establishment and support of a coordination mechanism for psychosocial support at State and Local Government Authority Level.
9. Support the integration of psychosocial support programme in other key sectors such as education, health & nutrition and C4D
10. Support development of an effective referral mechanism for mental health and psychosocial support at Local Government Authority Level and for inter-state referrals
11. Undertake a psychosocial needs assessment to establish the psychosocial resources (formal and informal) and needs of the displaced population as a result of the conflict
12. Develop and implement a monitoring framework to ensure implementation progress is as planned and to track whether the institutional capacity, community and religious leader’s engagement, and training components are meeting the needs and producing the expected results.

Overall programme management and coordination of the PPS programme, including developing workplans, budgeting, donor reports, etc

Qualifications and Competencies required:

• Advanced university degree in Social Work, psychology, social science or related field
• Minimum of 5 years demonstrable professional experience in implementing community based psychosocial support programmes. At least 3 years of experience in designing and delivering training in PSS, preferably in humanitarian crises/emergency settings
• Fluency in English
• Excellent training and communication skills
• Proven ability to work independently under difficult conditions
• Proven track records of taking initiative

How to apply:

Candidates interested in the above position should submit his/her application, accompanied by updated CV in English and a completed United Nations Personal History Form, (which can be downloaded from our website at www.unicef.org/employ) to the email address below on or before Wednesday, 19 November 2014.

Email: nrecruit@unicef.org

Please put the position title you are applying for on the subject line of your email.

UNICEF, a smoke-free environment, is committed to gender equality in its mandate and its staff. Well qualified candidates, **particularly women are strongly encouraged to apply*.*

Organization: Save the Children
Country: Nigeria
Closing date: 31 Oct 2014

ROLE PURPOSE

To provide professional general administrative support, including management of stock, general programme equipment and maintenance of facilities.

Qualifications

• Level of Education – Degree in relevant field
• Minimum of 2 years in a similar role preferably within the NGO sector
• Excellent planning and organisational skills, with proven administrative skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities effectively in a constantly changing environment, meet deadlines and work calmly under pressure
• Strong coordination, report and time management skills
• Excellent knowledge of Ms Word, Excel and Power point.
• Sound knowledge of office practices, procedures and administrative systems including filing systems
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong teamwork skills with the ability to both support colleagues and request support as and when required
• Strong communication skills, fluent in English
• Commitment to Save the Children mission, vision and values
• Experience of working in challenging, insecure areas and willingness to work and live in a rural environment.

How to apply:

Kindly send your C.V. and covering letter on or before 31st October 2014explaining why you are suitable to Nigeriavacancy@savethechildren.org. State position clearly in the subject field as applications without appropriate subject will be disqualified. Also, applications received after the deadline will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

In order to apply for more great opportunities, please visit our website on www.savethechildren.net/jobs.

For more information and to support our work, please visit our website on
www.savethechildren.net

Our selection processes reflect our commitment to safeguard children from abuse. Our people are as diverse as the challenges we face.

WOULD YOU LIKE TO MAKE AN IMPACT ON CHILDREN’S LIVES? JOIN US!!!

Organization: Girl Hub
Country: Nigeria
Closing date: 30 Oct 2014

Position: Girl Ambassadors’ Recruitment and Training.

Reporting line: Girl Hub Nigeria Senior Insight and Strategy Manager

Location: Jigawa, Nigeria

Company: Girl Hub Nigeria

1. Introduction

Girl Hub is a strategic collaboration between the Nike Foundation and the UK Department for International Development (DFID), based in the UK, currently operating in three African countries, and with plans to open in India and elsewhere.

The Nike Foundation is a powerful agent for real change and poverty alleviation in the developing world. The Foundations’ focus is on adolescent girls – its investments are centered on programs and initiatives that enable young girls to realize their potential and transform their world, so unleashing a ripple effect of change. The work of the Nike Foundation is designed to get girls on the global agenda and drive resources to them; ensuring ideas become real solutions that deliver tangible and sustainable results.

In this way, the Nike Foundation fuels the girl effect (www.girleffect.org) - the unique potential of 250 million adolescent girls to end poverty for themselves and the world.

The Girl Ambassadors (GAs):

GAs are a cohort of girls aged between 16 -22 identified through a local partners in Kano Kaduna and Zaria to champion girls issues by being the voice of girls and representing girls in a way that brings their context to programming tables. In addition, GAs are expected to provide advice where relevant in designing girl-centred activities. There is a plan to expand and establish 10 girl ambassadors to Jigawa State.

Jigawa, Kano and Kaduna are states located in the northern part of Nigeria, where GHN is focusing its intervention.

Objectives:

• Girl Ambassadors will be girl champions capable of bringing girls’ voices into important meetings and events
• Girl Ambassadors’ knowledge and ability to represent girls will position Girl Hub as the ’go-to’ Organization on issues of adolescent girls
• To create a resource within Northern Nigeria so that other partners can leverage the Girl Ambassadors for research, insights, and monitoring and advisory purposes.
• Girl Ambassadors will help remove barriers to reaching girls.
• Girl Ambassadors will develop authentic insights from girls.
• Girl Ambassadors will maintain a wide network of girls with a potential to have an extensive reach

2. Scope of Work

Girl Hub Nigeria requires the services of an organization with experience in peer-to-peer research and working with adolescent girls, to recruit and build the capacity of 10 Girl Ambassadors in Jigawa State.

GH roles:

Girl hub Nigeria will build the capacity of the girls on qualitative research methods such as focus groups, 1-1 meetings, and observations. GHN will also enable the girls to conduct technology-enabled research and participatory M&E.

Girl hub Nigeria will work with the organizations/consultants to recruit and, sustain regular meetings and activities to build the girls’ confidence to work within and outside their communities.

Girl hub Nigeria will provide technical support and materials to facilitate building the girls’ skills on research, confidence building and feedback mechanisms.

GH to ensure parental support for the activities and will obtain girl safe guarding policies, parental consents for each participating girl

GH will ensure parental support for the activities and will adhere to girls safeguarding policy (GSP), parental consents for each participating girls.

Pay girls’ stipends for specific activities and events where they participate as resource persons

Managing organization/consultant’s Role:

· Recruit and manage Girls’ Ambassadors on behalf of Girlhub.

· Organise and set up safe meeting venues with girls. Liaison with community to ensure gate keepers are well informed and are supportive of girl ambassadors.

· Work with closely with GHN to plan and implement training and research activities.

· Provide refreshments and stationeries for working with girls.

· Act as chaperon during out of location trip with girls by Girl hub.

· Develop budgets and timeline of activities for sign off by Girl Hub

· Maintain the code of conduct for working with girls and ensure girls comply with Girl hub nigeria girl safe guarding policy

Girls’ Role:

• Become girl ambassadors.
• Commit to working with Girl Hub as young researchers.
• Attend trainings and events relevant to building their capacities in providing insights on different contexts for the Arewa Girl
• Maintain behaviors and views that represent promoting the Arewa girl.
• Comply with Girl Hub girl safe guarding policies, rules and regulations.

Deliverables for Managing Organization/ Consultant

• 10 Girl Ambassadors to be recruited in November, and to be mentored and trained on an agreed schedule
• Participate in Girl hub Girl safe guarding policy training and adhere to global policy and procedures
• Secure parental consent to include travels to Abuja, media release and health release
• Chaperon, coach, mentor, and accompany Girl ambassadors to relevant events, meetings, workshops and activities within and outside Jigawa state.
• Set the scene and mobilize community for any Girl Ambassador research and activity in the community
• Organize and supervise girl researchers to participate in all GHN activities that they are required to attend from November 2014 to May 2015
• Organize and supervise girls to participate in insights film on girls

Expected Outcome:

• 10 Girl Ambassadors established and acting as advisers
• Girl confidence, interpersonal skills and capacity built.
• Girl Hub has available resources to tap into for information and for partners’ programme design and development
• Girls confident and able to represent Arewa girls in relevant meetings and events

Key Skills and Experience

• At least three years’ experience in similar scope of work
• Strong interpersonal, and communication skills
• Excellent report writing, presentation and communication skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to adapt to changing situations
• Excellent oral, written, presentation and communications skills in English.
• Good knowledge of working with young people.
• Proven record of Good relationship with community leaders and gate keepers

Time Frame:

The period for this training is expected to cover the Girl Hub calendar year of FY 15, which ends in May 2015.

How to apply:

PREPARATION AND SUBMISSION OF BIDS

Applications for this consultancy close on 31^st October 2014

All bids must be typewritten and presented in the following format:

a) Cover letter: A one-page cover letter signed by responsible official of the bidding agency/consultant. The letter must contain the name, mailing address, e-mail address, telephone number and other relevant contact information of the bidder.

b) Introduction: A brief overview of the assignment as understood by the bidder and a brief statement of the bidder’s overall approach

c) Capability statement: background and other relevant information that qualifies the organization/agency to undertake such an assignment. Experience with similar projects and in using the techniques specified above should be provided. The bidder must also indicate the individual staff members assigned to this project and their relevant experience.

d) Annexes: Any documents, such as curriculum vitae, or other information, which the bidder thinks will assist the proposal review team in evaluating the proposal may be attached as annexes.

SUBMISSION OF BIDS

Complete proposals (electronic copy) must be submitted by email to:

Amina Adamu Aliyu at Amina.aliyuadamu@girlhub.org and include “Recruitment and training of girl ambassador” on the subject line of the e-mail.

CONTACT INFO

If you have any questions concerning this request for bids, please contact Amina Adamu at Girl Hub Nigeria at Mercy Corps office at No. 5 Peka Close off Buchannan Crescent Wuse II Abuja or via amina.aliyuadamu@girlhub.org .

GHN will not pay or reimburse agency/organization for bids submitted.

Organization: Department for International Development
Country: Nigeria
Closing date: 31 Oct 2014

State Representative, DFID Northern Nigeria, Kano

DFID Nigeria is responsible for managing the British Government’s contribution to development in Nigeria, with the objective of supporting government and development partners at federal and state levels to reduce poverty to achieve the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs).

Job Role:

DFID Nigeria is looking for a dynamic, experienced and committed Nigerian to lead delivery of results for DFID in two of our focal states (Yobe and Jigawa). This is an exciting opportunity to represent the organisation to some of the most senior Nigerian and UK Government stakeholders and drive forward results in Northern Nigeria.
The post holder will be expected to work across sectors and develop strong relationships with state government and implementing partners. S/he should be resilient, a strong team player, and possess excellent networking, negotiation and influencing skills. Experience of delivering results and influencing in complex and fragile environments would be an asset.

More specifically, the post holder will:

• Develop effective relationships Government officials, development partners, civil society and general publicto effectively influence approach(es) to development and representing DFID at high level policy and programme discussions in Northern Nigeria.
• Drive forward DFID policy and programme objectives in Jigawa and Yobeincluding on results, programme coordination and policy analysis.
• Lead the coordination and coherence of DFID Nigeria’s work at state level.DFID’s work is covers a broad development agenda including human development, economic growth, governance and conflict reduction programmes.
• Support the design, implementation and monitoring of key programmes within your focal states.
• Support and shape thedevelopment of DFID and UK government strategy through providing regular state political and development analysis.
• Facilitate improved donor harmonisation and programme coordination in focal states, where relevant.
• Contribute to DFID Nigeria and DFID Northern Nigeria Office Management oncorporate requirements for correspondence, briefings, reporting, preparations for high level visits, communications and core agendas e.g. Value for Money and Results.
• Support the DFID Northern Nigeria Office Management as necessary in a flexible and co-operative manner, engaging where required on corporate and other matters.

Qualification and Experience

The successful candidate is expected to have the following qualifications and behavioural competencies.

Qualifications:

a. Minimum of a Honours Degree from an internationally recognised University

b. Proven cultural, social and political sensitivity of working in Northern Nigeria, including with girls and women, with a good working knowledge of Hausa.

Behavioural Competencies:

1. Make effective decisions: show clarity of thought, setting priorities, analysing and using evidence to evaluate options before arriving at well-reasoned justifiable decisions. Create evidence based strategies, evaluating options, impacts, risks and solutions. Aim to maximise return while minimising risk and balancing social, political, financial, economic and environmental considerations to provide sustainable outcomes.
2. Deliver at pace: ensure tasks are done to the required standard and deadlines; plan work to meet individual, team and office-wide objectives, achieve high quality and value for money. Deal with challenges in a responsive and constructive way.
3. Lead and Communicate: communicate clearly both orally and in writing, using appropriate language; communicate on a range of issues to diverse internal and external audiences. Effectively influencing people to achieve agreed outcomes.
4. Collaborate and Partner: excellent team player; work effectively with government, development partner, civil society and private sector stakeholders, including traditional and religious leaders; build good relationships for partnership, implementation, and support for DFID Programmes.
5. See the bigger picture: develop an in-depth understanding and knowledge of how the role fits and supports organisational objectives and wider public needs. Scan the political context and take account of wider impacts to develop long term implementation strategies that maximise opportunities and minimise risks.
6. Managing a Quality Service:organised to deliver objectives and striving to improve the quality, taking account of diverse needs and requirements of the organisation. Effectively plan, organise and manage time and activities to deliver a high quality and efficient service, applying programme and project management approaches to support delivery.

Location: The post holder will be based in Kano but expected to travel regularly to Abuja, Jigawa and Yobe (security permitting). Remuneration: DFID offers a competitive salary and benefit package. This post is being recruited at A2L grade. The current salary for this position full time per annum starts at N9, 479,244. An exceptional candidate maybe offered a higher salary and benefits package, with proportionate increase in the stretch of the job description

How to apply:

1. The successful candidate will be assessed against the qualifications and behavioural competencies, as outlined above.
2. Qualified and interested candidates for this position should fill in the attached application form or request further information through the DFIDNigeriarecruiting@dfid.gov.uk e-mail address.
3. Your completed application form should be sent electronically to DFIDNigeriarecruiting@dfid.gov.uk by the 31^st October 2014. No applications will be accepted after deadline.

4. Interviews will take place during the week of the 10^th November 2014 at DFID Abuja.

DFID Nigeria is an equal opportunities employer. Applications are welcome from people regardless of age, race, ethnicity, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, gender or disability. The appointment will be under local terms and conditions and is subject to medical and security clearances.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and will be invited to join the next stage of the assessment process

Organization: International Organization for Migration
Country: Nigeria
Closing date: 24 Oct 2014

Background and Rationale

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) Nigeria intends to contract the services of a Rural Solar Power Expert (Assessment Advisor) to assess specific needs and provide detailed specifications for the provision of solar power systems at five of Nigeria’s Border Crossing Posts (BCPs): three (3) on the Benin border, one (1) on the Cameroon border, and one (1) on the Niger border, and parallel systems provision at three or four NIS State offices overseeing these BCPs. The work will take place under the IOM project “Promoting Better Management of Migration in Nigeria”, under the European Union’s 10^th EDF programme for Nigeria, and in full cooperation with the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS).

Specific Activities to be Performed

a) Participate in on-site field assessments at the five BCPs and at their managing NIS State offices as part of an overall team led by Nigeria Immigration Service and IOM Nigeria. One full working day will be spent at each of the five BCPs, with part days at the managing NIS State offices. Certain trips will be combined for logistical advantage and the total field time commitment is anticipated to be 12 days. The level of effort is further specified in section four.

b) The consultant will assess the specific needs for each site (the five BCPs and their managing State offices) to provide adequate solar electric power for new computer systems to be installed at these locations. The computer systems will be designed for maximum power efficiency and will be minimalist in nature. The following technical issues will be among those addressed:

· site orientation and best kind, number and placement of solar panels, inverters and battery systems, and wiring appendages;

· interface issues with other electrical power sources, ensuring their best integration with the solar sources while also ensuring full solar capacity to the data systems in the event of failure of alternate supplies;

· appropriate considerations of the operation of the systems throughout the year, considering specifically extended rainy season performance issues;

· recommended maintenance schedule and preferred specifications for contracted maintenance services;

· recommended key elements of a training regimen for on-site and off-site NIS personnel to maintain and adapt the system, apart from contracted maintenance obligations; and,

other technical details that may be required to ensure the most appropriate, sustainable and fully effective solar power systems at these sites.

Expected Output

a) Detailed site reports with full technical specifications and equipment recommendations for each site (BCPs and managing State offices), and other pertinent information on key issues for solar installation and use;

b) Detailed technical specifications for IOM’s subsequent bid or tender procurement of the equipment;

c) Detailed recommendations for service contracts to maintain the systems;

d) Specification of the most important elements of a training regimen for NIS staff (on-site and off-site) who will be responsible for care and maintenance outside of the maintenance service contracts; and,

e) Summary final report highlighting common issues including technical, training and maintenance issues.

Duration

The work is anticipated to commence in late October and to proceed intermittently through the end of November or early December, 2014, and the level of effort is anticipated to be a total of 22 working days, including travel time, as follows:

· One (1) working day at each BCP site, for a total of five field work days;

· One-half (½) working day at three or four managing offices in the field, which is combined with a travel arrival or departure day;

· Two (2) working days (home based) to create the necessary reports and specifications for each site, as detailed in section two of this document (these reports will be required within five days of the completion of each site visit), for a total of ten days; and,

· Seven (7) travel days.

Costing

a) Consultant cost estimates should take into consideration:

· IOM will provide for all travel costs and, as such, these expenses should be excluded from all estimates of consultancy charges; and,

· IOM anticipates that expertise for this consultancy is available in Nigeria and that costs will reflect local standards for similar consultancy services.

b) All payment of consultant fees will be dependent upon full and satisfactory completion of the assignment.

How to apply:

How to Apply

Interested parties should send the following written materials, addressed to the Chief of Mission via email to iomnigeriahr@iom.inton or before 24 October, 2014. Kindly note telephone calls and in-person visits to the IOM office regarding this solicitation will not be allowed:

a) A one-page cover letter highlighting the most relevant qualifications of the applicant, and providing up-to-date contact information, including email address.

b) Individual CV or resume with detailed listing of the most relevant similar assessments or planning exercises undertaken, and closely related professional experience, and also including:

· The organizational partner or employer to the consultant for each assessment;

· The names of companies or organizations served, with up-to-date telephone, email and street address information, and the name of the primary contact person;

· Three professional references for the consultant, with complete contact information; and,

· Details of the consultant’s technical training and education.

c) If a business or organization is applying, the above CV/resume details should be provided for the specific person(s) intended to carry out this work. Information on the business/organization’s institutional capacity in relevant areas can be separately provided.

d) A separate official financial bid for provision of these services, with a minimum 90 day validity limit, based on the level of effort here described.

Organization: International Organization for Migration
Country: Nigeria
Closing date: 24 Oct 2014

Background and Rationale

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) Nigeria intends to contract the services of a Rural Solar Power Expert (Assessment Advisor) to assess specific needs and provide detailed specifications for the provision of solar power systems at five of Nigeria’s Border Crossing Posts (BCPs): three (3) on the Benin border, one (1) on the Cameroon border, and one (1) on the Niger border, and parallel systems provision at three or four NIS State offices overseeing these BCPs. The work will take place under the IOM project “Promoting Better Management of Migration in Nigeria”, under the European Union’s 10^th EDF programme for Nigeria, and in full cooperation with the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS).

Specific Activities to be Performed

a) Participate in on-site field assessments at the five BCPs and at their managing NIS State offices as part of an overall team led by Nigeria Immigration Service and IOM Nigeria. One full working day will be spent at each of the five BCPs, with part days at the managing NIS State offices. Certain trips will be combined for logistical advantage and the total field time commitment is anticipated to be 12 days. The level of effort is further specified in section four.

b) The consultant will assess the specific needs for each site (the five BCPs and their managing State offices) to provide adequate solar electric power for new computer systems to be installed at these locations. The computer systems will be designed for maximum power efficiency and will be minimalist in nature. The following technical issues will be among those addressed:

· site orientation and best kind, number and placement of solar panels, inverters and battery systems, and wiring appendages;

· interface issues with other electrical power sources, ensuring their best integration with the solar sources while also ensuring full solar capacity to the data systems in the event of failure of alternate supplies;

· appropriate considerations of the operation of the systems throughout the year, considering specifically extended rainy season performance issues;

· recommended maintenance schedule and preferred specifications for contracted maintenance services;

· recommended key elements of a training regimen for on-site and off-site NIS personnel to maintain and adapt the system, apart from contracted maintenance obligations; and,

other technical details that may be required to ensure the most appropriate, sustainable and fully effective solar power systems at these sites.

Expected Output

a) Detailed site reports with full technical specifications and equipment recommendations for each site (BCPs and managing State offices), and other pertinent information on key issues for solar installation and use;

b) Detailed technical specifications for IOM’s subsequent bid or tender procurement of the equipment;

c) Detailed recommendations for service contracts to maintain the systems;

d) Specification of the most important elements of a training regimen for NIS staff (on-site and off-site) who will be responsible for care and maintenance outside of the maintenance service contracts; and,

e) Summary final report highlighting common issues including technical, training and maintenance issues.

Duration

The work is anticipated to commence in late October and to proceed intermittently through the end of November or early December, 2014, and the level of effort is anticipated to be a total of 22 working days, including travel time, as follows:

· One (1) working day at each BCP site, for a total of five field work days;

· One-half (½) working day at three or four managing offices in the field, which is combined with a travel arrival or departure day;

· Two (2) working days (home based) to create the necessary reports and specifications for each site, as detailed in section two of this document (these reports will be required within five days of the completion of each site visit), for a total of ten days; and,

· Seven (7) travel days.

Costing

a) Consultant cost estimates should take into consideration:

· IOM will provide for all travel costs and, as such, these expenses should be excluded from all estimates of consultancy charges; and,

· IOM anticipates that expertise for this consultancy is available in Nigeria and that costs will reflect local standards for similar consultancy services.

b) All payment of consultant fees will be dependent upon full and satisfactory completion of the assignment.

How to apply:

How to Apply

Interested parties should send the following written materials, addressed to the Chief of Mission via email to iomnigeriahr@iom.inton or before 24 October, 2014. Kindly note telephone calls and in-person visits to the IOM office regarding this solicitation will not be allowed:

a) A one-page cover letter highlighting the most relevant qualifications of the applicant, and providing up-to-date contact information, including email address.

b) Individual CV or resume with detailed listing of the most relevant similar assessments or planning exercises undertaken, and closely related professional experience, and also including:

· The organizational partner or employer to the consultant for each assessment;

· The names of companies or organizations served, with up-to-date telephone, email and street address information, and the name of the primary contact person;

· Three professional references for the consultant, with complete contact information; and,

· Details of the consultant’s technical training and education.

c) If a business or organization is applying, the above CV/resume details should be provided for the specific person(s) intended to carry out this work. Information on the business/organization’s institutional capacity in relevant areas can be separately provided.

d) A separate official financial bid for provision of these services, with a minimum 90 day validity limit, based on the level of effort here described.

Organization: Save the Children
Country: Nigeria
Closing date: 20 Oct 2014

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Qualified professional accountant (internationally recognised qualification, practical experience equivalent will be considered) with substantial post qualification accounting experience
• Experience of and well developed skills in staff management, supervision and capacity building
• Proven track record of supporting a senior management team, and providing strategic support across multiple sectors and/or regions
• Knowledge of the requirements of the major emergency donors and experience in budgeting and reporting to donors.
• Good attention to detail and analytical skills
• Computer literate (i.e. WORD, advanced Excel, Outlook, Internet Explorer, financial systems).
• Cultural awareness and ability to build relationships quickly with a wide variety of people
• Patient, adaptable, flexible, able to improvise and remain responsive and communicate clearly and effectively under pressure
• Excellent planning, management and coordination skills, with the ability to organise a workload comprised of varying and changing tasks and responsibilities
• Strong communication (written and spoken), and interpersonal skills in English, with experience in managing multicultural teams

Desirable

• Experience with any Save the Children financial systems and overseas accounting software (including Agresso FMS, AMS) Significant experience with NGOs in an international emergency environment

How to apply:

Kindly send your C.V. and covering letter on or before 20^th October 2014explaining why you are suitable to Nigeriavacancy@savethechildren.org . State position clearly in the subject field as applications without appropriate subject will be disqualified. Also, applications received after the deadline will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

In order to apply for more great opportunities, please visit our website onwww.savethechildren.net/jobs.

For more information and to support our work, please visit our website onwww.savethechildren.net

Our selection processes reflect our commitment to safeguard children from abuse. Our people are as diverse as the challenges we face.

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Organization: COOPI - Cooperazione Internazionale
Country: Nigeria
Closing date: 16 Oct 2014

Nigeria is the country with the largest GDP of the whole African continent and it is currently living strong internal crisis due to several factors. In the coastal area, tensions are still ongoing, sometimes in a very violent way, and are related to environmental associations and to the kidnapping of several technicians who were working for oil extraction. In the south and in the centre of the country tensions are very strong too, and really violent, especially between farmers and breeders. But the two main issues that are really concerning the humanitarian community are the persistence of malnutrition and food insecurity in the Sahel area in the north of the country and the considerable increase in the fresh wave of attacks of the terrorist movement, the Islamic fundamentalist Boko Aram. In all the states of the North and Centre, but especially in the three states of the North East (Yobe, Borno and Adamawa) where the state of emergency has been declared, there are ongoing attacks in schools, churches, shopping centers, markets and any crowded place. The IDPs are fleeing from the most insecure areas and they are about 700.000, while there are several thousand of refugees in the neighboring countries (Cameroon, Niger and Chad).

Coopi is currently organizing a mission to evaluate a rapid response to face the severe nutritional and food security crisis and to provide humanitarian assistance to the IDPs in the areas currently in a state of emergency.

To carry out its activities, Coopi is looking for a logistician.

Objective of the position:

— To ensure the procurement, the transport, the clearing and technical work of the bases.

— To manage the Logistics team and to manage in coordination with HOM the security of the bases.

— To assure the distributions of food and non food items.

Description of the position tasks:

Vehicle fleet management:

— In collaboration with the supervised staff, to prepare, to communicate and to follow up the vehicle and machines planning

— To ensure the maintenance and the repairs of the vehicles and machines.

— To make sure that the required reports and checking of the vehicles and equipment are properly done.

— To ensure that the rules and the regulations governing the use of vehicles and equipment are been set up and respected.

Procurement/Supply chain management

— To ensure the procurement/ supply chain procedures (weekly, and monthly planning); to closely follow up the performance of suppliers and manufacturers, in accordance to COOPI standards.

— In coordination with the PM, the admin, the HOM, to ensure the respect of the COOPI and donors procurement rules and documentation.

— To be responsible for the selection of the supplier through transparent process.

— To be responsible for the awarding of contracts to suppliers and to ensure their adherence.

• To prepare and update the catalogue and the price list of the mission.

Stock management

— To ensure the proper storage of the goods.

— To control the entry and stock withdrawal.

— To monitor the stock level.

— To carry up monthly/weekly stock report.

— To carry up the regular inventory

Security (being security under the direct responsibility of the HOM):

— Responsible for the security goods and properties.

— Have to know the terms of the Security plan and should give advice.

— To know and update the evacuation plan, in collaboration with the HOM.

Staff management:

— To be responsible for his logistics staff evaluation.

— To monitor the performance of each staff under his supervision.

— To organize the logistics meetings (daily, weekly/monthly).

Communication

— To insure the procurement follow up: quotes, orders, supply and delivery.

— To prepare the forecast in coordination with other departments.

Logistic Reporting

— General Information: security, programs and staff

— Vehicle car cost

— Stock report

— Supply report

— Equipment report

— Staff leaves follow up/staff planning: recruitment, movement, schedule sicknesses, etc.

— Minutes of Logistics monthly meetings

Beyond these tasks, the logistician will be expected to:

— Report any professional problems encountered to the Head of Mission and the Administrator,

— Take good care of any material placed under his/her care,

— Be flexible and adaptable with regards to the implementation of the daily work,

— Conduct all duties in a professional manner following COOPI charter,

Requirements:

• Previous significant work experience as logistician
• Previous experience in similar programmes in developing and emergency countries within an international NGO
• Mastery of ECHO guidelines
• Relevant supervisory skills and guidance capacities in the implementation of projects and ability to support the national staff
• Excellent English (written and spoken)
• Excellent computer skills
• Attitude to work under pressure and in hardship conditions
• Strong ability to support the international staff in the procurement process

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview.

Starting date: ASAP for 5/6 months (renewable)

Deadline for applications: 15/10/2014

How to apply:

http://www.coopi.org/it/lavoroformazione/offertedilavoro/lavoro/1031/

Organization: Pathfinder International
Country: Nigeria
Closing date: 13 Oct 2014

Pathfinder Overview

Pathfinder International is a global leader in sexual and reproductive health. We place reproductive health care at the center of all that we do—believing that it is not only a fundamental human right, but is critical for expanding life opportunities for women, families, communities, and nations, and paving the way for transformations in environmental stewardship, decreases in population pressures, and innovations in poverty reduction. Pathfinder provides women, men, and adolescents with a range of quality health services—from contraception and maternal care to HIV prevention and AIDS care and treatment.

Evidence to Action for Strengthened Family Planning and Reproductive Health Services for Women and Girls (E2A) is USAID’s global flagship project for strengthening quality FP/RH service delivery and is led by Pathfinder International. The project is designed to reduce unmet need for family planning by scaling-up proven best practices (BPs) to ensure that women and girls receive – and use – quality services through all stages of the reproductive life cycle. E2A promotes healthy FP/RH behaviors, gender-equality, and the application of compelling evidence for FP use. The project is in partnership with the African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC), IntraHealth International, Management Sciences for Health (MSH), ExpandNet, and PATH.

Program Overview

This 3 year, USAID supported project aims to contribute to the reduction in Mother to Child Transmission (MTCT) of HIV/AIDS by providing a standardized package of PMTCT and tuberculosis (TB)/HIV services integrated with quality reproductive MCH services in private healthcare facilities, as recommended by the National guidelines as well as the associated guidelines for RMNCH, and by addressing the underlying gender, youth, and HIV stigmas that impede access, provision, and sustained utilization of these services in Akwa Ibom, Rivers, C/River and Lagos states of Nigeria.

Position Purpose:

Provide technical assistance to collaborating NGOs/Facilities in clinical and administrative aspect of service integration and delivery to ensure smooth and effective attainment of project goals. There are 8 positions available, 4 in Akwa Ibom, 2 in Cross River and 2 in Lagos.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop creative and innovative approaches in order to expand access to the use of quality PMTCT and RH services by the under-served communities.
• Identify technical assistance requirements and coordinate provision to TA so that service providers will tender quality PMTCT/RH services.
• Conduct training needs and equipment/supplies and commodities needs assessment so as to address the identified needs for improved quality of service delivery.
• Conduct field visits to all project sites to monitor and review project progress.
• Give report on capture data in quarterly reports.
• Plan, conduct and supervise training activities to sub-grantees and service providers.
• Advise the SPM on necessary changes needed to improve quality coverage and acceptance of service.
• Liaise with the Project Community Officer concerned on the development of culturally appropriate methods to educate and inform communities on services so as to expand service coverage.
• Provide oversight for community-based demand generation activities of local CBOs.

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Medicine or related field. A Masters in Public Health will be an added advantage.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in PMTCT, Reproductive Health and Community based programming with ability to deliver health services.
• Prior experience with USAID funded Project is an added advantage.
• Sound Project management experience and ability to coordinate multiple partners.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills(written and verbal.
• Good Report writing skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good problem solving skills.
• Mature, responsible and able to meet deadlines under pressure.
• Strong interest in community capacity/capability building.

Pathfinder International is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

How to apply:

To be considered for this position, please apply online.

Organization: COOPI - Cooperazione Internazionale
Country: Nigeria
Closing date: 16 Oct 2014

Nigeria is the country with the largest GDP of the whole African continent and it is currently living strong internal crisis due to several factors. In the coastal area, tensions are still ongoing, sometimes in a very violent way, and are related to environmental associations and to the kidnapping of several technicians who were working for oil extraction. In the south and in the centre of the country tensions are very strong too, and really violent, especially between farmers and breeders. But the two main issues that are really concerning the humanitarian community are the persistence of malnutrition and food insecurity in the Sahel area in the north of the country and the considerable increase in the fresh wave of attacks of the terrorist movement, the Islamic fundamentalist Boko Aram. In all the states of the North and Centre, but especially in the three states of the North East (Yobe, Borno and Adamawa) where the state of emergency has been declared, there are ongoing attacks in schools, churches, shopping centers, markets and any crowded place. The IDPs are fleeing from the most insecure areas and they are about 700.000, while there are several thousand of refugees in the neighboring countries (Cameroon, Niger and Chad).

Coopi is currently organizing a mission to evaluate a rapid response to face the severe nutritional and food security crisis and to provide humanitarian assistance to the IDPs in the areas currently in a state of emergency.

To carry out its activities, Coopi is looking for a logistician.

Objective of the position:

— To ensure the procurement, the transport, the clearing and technical work of the bases.

— To manage the Logistics team and to manage in coordination with HOM the security of the bases.

— To assure the distributions of food and non food items.

Description of the position tasks:

Vehicle fleet management:

— In collaboration with the supervised staff, to prepare, to communicate and to follow up the vehicle and machines planning

— To ensure the maintenance and the repairs of the vehicles and machines.

— To make sure that the required reports and checking of the vehicles and equipment are properly done.

— To ensure that the rules and the regulations governing the use of vehicles and equipment are been set up and respected.

Procurement/Supply chain management

— To ensure the procurement/ supply chain procedures (weekly, and monthly planning); to closely follow up the performance of suppliers and manufacturers, in accordance to COOPI standards.

— In coordination with the PM, the admin, the HOM, to ensure the respect of the COOPI and donors procurement rules and documentation.

— To be responsible for the selection of the supplier through transparent process.

— To be responsible for the awarding of contracts to suppliers and to ensure their adherence.

• To prepare and update the catalogue and the price list of the mission.

Stock management

— To ensure the proper storage of the goods.

— To control the entry and stock withdrawal.

— To monitor the stock level.

— To carry up monthly/weekly stock report.

— To carry up the regular inventory

Security (being security under the direct responsibility of the HOM):

— Responsible for the security goods and properties.

— Have to know the terms of the Security plan and should give advice.

— To know and update the evacuation plan, in collaboration with the HOM.

Staff management:

— To be responsible for his logistics staff evaluation.

— To monitor the performance of each staff under his supervision.

— To organize the logistics meetings (daily, weekly/monthly).

Communication

— To insure the procurement follow up: quotes, orders, supply and delivery.

— To prepare the forecast in coordination with other departments.

Logistic Reporting

— General Information: security, programs and staff

— Vehicle car cost

— Stock report

— Supply report

— Equipment report

— Staff leaves follow up/staff planning: recruitment, movement, schedule sicknesses, etc.

— Minutes of Logistics monthly meetings

Beyond these tasks, the logistician will be expected to:

— Report any professional problems encountered to the Head of Mission and the Administrator,

— Take good care of any material placed under his/her care,

— Be flexible and adaptable with regards to the implementation of the daily work,

— Conduct all duties in a professional manner following COOPI charter,

Requirements:

• Previous significant work experience as logistician
• Previous experience in similar programmes in developing and emergency countries within an international NGO
• Mastery of ECHO guidelines
• Relevant supervisory skills and guidance capacities in the implementation of projects and ability to support the national staff
• Excellent English (written and spoken)
• Excellent computer skills
• Attitude to work under pressure and in hardship conditions
• Strong ability to support the international staff in the procurement process

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview.

Starting date: ASAP for 5/6 months (renewable)

Deadline for applications: 15/10/2014

How to apply:

http://www.coopi.org/it/lavoroformazione/offertedilavoro/lavoro/1031/

Organization: Action Against Hunger-USA
Country: Nigeria
Closing date: 30 Sep 2014

Location (Country & Base): Abuja, Nigeria

Contract duration: 6 months with possibility of extension

Starting date in-country: September 2014

Training requirements: According to the needs

Direct Line Manager: Country Director

Technical Supervisor: WASH Technical Advisor

General objective:

The WASH Coordinator is responsible for planning/designing WASH program in line with ACF global strategic position, overseeing implementation, coordination and monitoring. S/he is responsible for ensuring integration between WASH and other programs especially with nutrition and food security as well as liaising with various external partners on WASH issues for Nigeria including donors, WASH sector players, and relevant government ministries/agencies.

The position is funded initially for approximately 6 months. However, the post holder is expected to take leadership in developing the WASH portfolio of ACF Nigeria and in supporting the Country Director in securing relevant funding and programming opportunities to sustain the position beyond the initial commitment.

Objective 1: Provide support for and coordination of all WASH projects.

• In collaboration with team, develop and deliver annual/quarterly/monthly work/activity plans, follow up the implementation of plans and ensure timely review/adjust them to achieve committed target. This includes in coordination with program team deliver progress reports in timely manner and or according to agreed deadlines.
• Support teams in emergency response situations on the ground including extending technical guidance with necessary tools, training the team and ensuring quality of information.
• Promote team building, manage and motivate WASH team members. This includes team and individual objectives setting, support to achieve agreed objectives, provide feedback on their performance.
• Monitor and track monthly cash forecasts and budget utilization under various projects for optimization and ensure appropriate measures in consultation with Country Director and Finance department.
• Provide technical advice to the program team on a regular basis as well as capacity building of the team though training, discussions, feedback and coaching.

Objective 2: Coordinate the identification of needs and the formulation of project proposals for the WASH sector.

• Lead country WASH situation analysis and assessment, identify priorities and design WASH interventions including overseeing of KAP and other surveys.
• Identify additional external support required for the program in terms of consultants, designing of Scope of Work etc.
• Formulating and implementing feasibility studies of WASH projects (public health, technical, socio-economic, cultural and environmental aspects)
• Involve the logistics and Finance departments in the design/review of WASH projects
• Contribute to seeking donors for his/her sector, holding technical discussions, and exchanging information with these donors; participate in donor visits whenever requested by the Country Director
• Produce the WASH sections of project proposals in accordance with donor formats and deadlines
• Set up indicators, organize regular collection of relevant data, validate data and create an appropriate information management system for WASH program
• Develop and train teams on rapid assessment on WASH issues in the context of IDPs/refugees, cholera outbreaks, floods and other emergencies.
• Share relevant project information with other stakeholders as needed in consultation with Country Director and relevant team members
• Capture the lessons learned and share best practices across the program and organization. This includes reflecting lessons learned and best practices in donor reports/progress reports and in scaling up activities.
• Develop WASH strategy to contribute to the ACF country strategy

Objective 3: In collaboration with ACF Food Security and Nutrition Coordinators, reinforce the integration between departments.

• Provide input in integrated analysis of the underlying causes of malnutrition
• Provide input in the forms of technical advice and tools in integrated needs assessments
• Develop and support team to implement clear methodology for integrated interventions and synergies
• Reinforce integration through project design and implementation, including geographical areas of intervention and target populations
• Contribute in designing and implementing integrated emergency management strategy in coordination with FS and Nutrition departments, in ACF operational areas

Objective 4: Supervise, follow-up and evaluate the WASH teams.

• Lead the recruitment of WASH staff in collaboration with the HR Coordinator. Develop and revise job descriptions of the WASH teams, as needed
• Define objectives for team members and provide necessary support to realize the objectives
• Conduct regular performance appraisals of directly managed staff employing ACF suggested tools and methodologies
• Manage and motivate the WASH team by fostering professional development and team building through regular meetings and effective HR management
• Identify training needs, facilitate training and organize technical workshops
• In collaboration with the HR Coordinator, ensure that HR policies are understood and being respected within the WASH team

Objective 5: Ensure coherence and support for logistics and administration issues regarding the water and sanitation department.

• In collaboration with the Admin/Finance Coordinator, follow-up the WASH budgets and expenditure provisional. This includes analysis of budget follow-up and provide necessary support to the team to ensure budget is spent on timely manner according to finance/account policy
• In collaboration with the Admin/Finance Coordinator, follow-up of resources earmarked for WASH program and support personnel.
• In collaboration with the logistic coordinator, manage the project procurement planning, equipment supply when necessary, and the preparation of orders and their follow-up.

Objective 6: Report writing.

• Report on attended meetings or training to share with program managers, coordination team, Country Director and NY head quarters as necessary
• Send monthly ACF WASH report to Country Director and NY Technical Advisor as necessary employing ACF suggested format.
• Provide inputs for the mission monthly sitrep
• Ensure donor proposals and reports on WASH program/activities are prepared according to agreed deadlines. This includes supporting WASH team to complete their reports in order to compile them in timely manner.
• Provide an end of mission report to be sent to as per employment contract employing ACF standard template.

Objective 7: External coordination.

• Participate in the WASH coordination meetings in Abuja (and in the bases when possible) and representing ACF in the WASH sector in a professional manner
• Develop WASH contacts with other NGOs and technical bodies
• Assess feasibility of ACF technical support and guidance to partner agencies and relevant governmental bodies, specifically the Ministry of Water Supply and Sanitation.
• Promote ACF as an actor in WASH in Nigeria; through active participation in the Technical Working Groups and other related forums
• Examine and pursue funding opportunities from donors and partners, in collaboration with Country Director (including developing and submitting concept papers, proposals, etc)

Internal & External relationships

Internal

• Country Director: Direct Line manager
• WASH Advisor in NY: Technical supervisor
• Coordination team: Collaboration and cooperation
• Field Coordinator: Working relationship, collaboration for implementation, monitoring and tech support
• WASH Team: program implementation, management, monitoring, performance management

External

• Other INGOs: Coordination, information sharing and collaboration
• UN agencies: Coordination, collaboration and advocacy
• Government agencies: Lobbying, collaboration
• Donors: Lobbying, information sharing

REPORTING RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monthly field activity reports
• Donor reports as per agreement
• Weekly contribution to coordination meeting
• Monitoring and evaluation reports

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree in Water Engineering/Construction Engineering/Public Health with experience in water, sanitation, hygiene and health education projects with over 3 years of experience

OR

• Relevant degree with at least 5 years’ experience in project management, preferably in a humanitarian context. Experience can be considered in lieu of academic qualification, but not vice-a-versa.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL

• Interest and/or experience in hygiene education and training and/or community led methodologies
• Demonstrated previous experience in and strong proposal writing and donor reporting skills.
• Demonstrated experience in financial management and preparation of budgets for programming.
• Proficient in MS Office Applications
• Excellent management and representation competencies.
• Excellent influencing and negotiation skills
• Experience in developing world context
• A strong understanding of project cycle management and monitoring and evaluation.
• Working experience in complex emergencies
• Willing to work in insecure context
• Adaptability and willing to live in shared accommodation

PREFERRED

• Prior ACF WASH experience
• Familiarity with ECHO and OFDA reporting and regulations.
• Working experience in Nigeria

How to apply:

Apply online with resume and cover letter at http://www.actionagainsthunger.org/about/employment/job-opportunities