Careers at Action Aid, Tuesday 27, September 2016

ActionAid is a global movement of people working together to further human rights and defeat poverty for all.

ActionAid Nigeria (AAN) is inviting applications from qualified candidates to fill the following positions in a new Nutrition project (subject to funding) to be based in Adamawa, Yobe and Borno States.

FINANCE COORDINATOR

The person will be responsible for managing financial activities and reporting for the zone. He/she will also be responsible for supporting Local NGOs on proper financial records and documentation.

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE:

A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related discipline and

Seven years (7) work experience; three of those years must be in a similar position.

Relevant professional qualification is also desirable.

GRANT COORDINATOR

The person will be responsible for managing the grant as well as supporting grants management activities of sub-grantees.

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE:

A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related discipline and

Seven years (7) work experience; three of those years must be in a similar position.

Relevant professional qualification is also desirable.

LOGISTICS COORDINATOR

The person will be responsible for managing supply chain logistics of RUTF and routine drugs up to the field level for the program. He/she will also be responsible for coordinating with relevant partners to ensure effective supply chain management. The candidate will also support office logistics.

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE:

A Bachelor’s Degree in Administration or related discipline and

Seven years (7) work experience; three of those years must be in a similar position.

MEAL COORDINATOR

The Person will be responsible for all monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning activities under the grant for the respective zone.

Qualification and Experience: A Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics or related discipline and Seven years (7) work experience; three of those years must be in a similar position.

NUTRITION COORDINATOR

This position will be responsible for the effective delivery of CMAM( in-patient and out-patient) in the project states, support training of volunteers on SAM screening, ensure quality of Anthropometric data collected and provide overall training, education and compliance of IYCF and hygiene practices.

Qualification and Experience: HND/B.Sc. degree in Human nutrition/Dietetic, Postgraduate Degree in Public health Nutrition/Dietetics is required with five years (5) work experience; three of those years must be in a similar position. Ability to speak in Hausa language will be considered as an added advantage.

PROJECT MANAGER

The person will be responsible for overall programmanagement in the zone with both operational and programmatic responsibilities.The Program Manager bears final responsibility for meeting program deliverables byboth National NGOs and Local NGOs. S/he is also responsible for advocacy andcoordination activities.

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE:

A Degree in Social Sciences or Humanities, Project management Certification,

Postgraduate Degree in Public health Nutrition/Dietetics and

eight years ( work experience; four (4) of those years must be in a similar position.

SECURITY OFFICER

The Person will be responsible for working withrelevant security institutions in the state to provide daily security update andinformation to the program to ensure safety of staff and program property. S/he willalso be responsible for organizing basic security training and safety protocols thatpromotes safety of staff and program property.

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE:

A Bachelor’s Degree relevant and three years (3) of work experience in a similar position.

STATE PROGRAM OFFICERS – 3 POSITIONS

The person(s) will beresponsible for facilitating program deliverables and implementing programs whileworking closely with the NNGOs and LNGOs.

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE:

A Bachelor’s Degree relevant and three years (3) of work experience in a similar position.

STOREKEEPERS – 3 POSITIONS

The persons will be responsible forkeeping track of store items and office supplies. They will ensure proper scheduling,recordkeeping, and inventory control, receive items and ensure that items arerestocked in good time.

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE:

A Bachelor’s Degree relevant and three years (3) of work experience in a similar position.

DRIVERS – 4 POSITIONS

Locations: Adamawa (2), Yobe & Borno

The post holders will be responsible fortransporting food items and other project materials within the zonal offices.

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE: Secondary school Certificate with a minimum of 4 credits O level examinations. 3 years working experience preferably with an NGO is essential.

TO APPLY

All interested candidates should send in their Curriculum Vitae to vacancy.nigeria@actionaid.org. Subject line of emails should clearly state position applied for and the State of preference otherwise application will not be considered e.g. Nutrition Coordinator – Adamawa.

ActionAid offers competitive terms of employment. Applications from women are particularly welcome. Applications are also particularly welcome from candidates living with HIV/AIDs (PLWHAs). Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

DUE DATE: 7 October, 2016

Careers at Action Aid, Tuesday 27, September 2016

Multiple Career Opportunities at Action Aid [16 positions]

ActionAid is a global movement of people working together to further human rights and defeat poverty for all. ActionAid Nigeria (AAN) is inviting applications from qualified candidates to fill the…..

Multiple Career Opportunities at Action Aid [16 positions]

Jobs at Actionaid Nigeria, Monday 22, August 2016

ActionAid is an anti-poverty agency that prioritises works with the poor and excluded; promoting values and commitment in civil society, institutions and governments with the aim of achieving structural changes in order to eradicate injustices and poverty in the world. ActionAid Nigeria is an affiliate of ActionAid International, an International Non-Governmental organisation registered in The Netherlands with its headquarters in Johannesburg South Africa. ActionAid International works in more than 40 countries in Africa, Asia, Europe and the Americas.

ActionAid is a global movement of people working together to further human rights and defeat poverty for all.


ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER (CONSULTANCY)

Duration: 4 months (September – December 2016)

AAN is inviting applications from qualified candidates to fill the position of Admin Officer (Short Term – 4 Months), based at Abuja.

JOB PURPOSE

The Administrative Officer who reports to Director, Human Resources and Organizational Effectiveness will be responsible for providing front office, stores, administrative and secretarial support to the Country Programme. As the first line contact person to the organization, s/he will be responsible for receiving visitors, giving sound response to inquiries, managing mails, answering and screening telephone calls.

S/he is to ensure the application of AAN policies and procedures in collaboration with the other members of the HROE team and the Country Programme.  S/he will also manage physical and electronic reference documents for the country programme by maintaining documentation, filing systems and contact data base.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Maintain a welcome and professional environment and handle/direct all visitors and enquiries appropriately.

Work with colleagues to establish & maintain relationship with suitable hotels across the country and manage all organizational hotel reservations.

Provide logistics for workshops, seminars, meetings, staff retreat, and ensure adequate communication for all events.

Manage AAN store ensuring adequacy of materials required for day to day running of the office/programmes and proper documentation of all expenses involved.

Support organisational procurement processes

Manage and maintain a First Aid box in accordance with AAN’s Health and Safety policy as well as ensure a hygienic and clean office environment

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS:

Education/Qualifications

Degree in social sciences or arts/humanities

EXPERIENCE

Minimum of three years’ work experience in Front Desk management and Office administration or a related function.

Experience in working with international development of NGO agencies.is desirable

Experience of designing and co-ordinating training/meetings is desirable

SKILL/ABILITIES

Highly numerate, excellent planning and prioritisation skills

Excellent (proven) interpersonal, oral and written communication skills

PERSONAL QUALITIES

Creative and takes initiative.

Able to work effectively in a diverse team environment

SPONSORSHIP COMMUNICATIONS CONSULTANT

Sponsorship Communications Consultant – Lagos: 5 months (maternity cover)

Period of Cover: 5 months

JOB PURPOSE

The Communications Consultant will be responsible for implementing AAN’s Child Sponsorship communications plan and Community Sponsorship’s fundraising communication strategy as contained below and in the job description provided. This includes but not limited to liaising and engaging with funding affiliates, local right partners, goodwill ambassadors and vendors in the execution of duties stated.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Ensure communications from all 11 local right partners to UK, Italy, Sweden and Brazil Sponsors are delivered on a timely basis. i.e. Community Voices, Amico and Next Step reports.

Work with the Child Sponsorship Coordinator to produce the annual Communication Plans for Funding Affiliates

Produce monthly and bi-annual communications for supporter-retention and acquisition when necessary and in line with deadlines set.

Provide technical support and communications materials for fundraising activities.

Coordinate production of informative, educative and communications (IEC) materials produced by approved vendors.

Regularly develop contents and update all Community Sponsorship social media platforms with quality content. i.e. Facebook, Instagram, Linkedln, Google+ and Youtube.

Provide and upload quality content (stories and photos) on Community Sponsorship website with strict adherence to AAN’s brand guideline.

Work with communications coordinator and digital officer on content development and execution of digital fundraising campaigns respectively

Coordinate and supervise the approved media agency on the placement of DRTV advert on DSTV.

Monitor and evaluate performance of advert placement in the media and proffer advice for re-direction based on evaluation results.

Liaise with Communications Coordinator on requests for AAN staff programme appearances in media houses located within Lagos.

Work with Communications Coordinator on all engagement involving the celebrity Campaigner for Community Sponsorship.

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS:

Education/Qualifications

First degree in social sciences arts or humanities

Experience

At least 5 years’ experience managing communication and advocacy projects and working with the media.

Knowledge of website content management and digital communication

Proven experience in report writing

SKILL/ABILITIES

Strong communication and writing skills

Good computer skills especially in the use of publishing tools

PERSONAL QUALITIES

Creative and takes initiative.

A self motivated person able to work without close supervision

TO APPLY

To apply for this position, send your CV and covering letter in not more than 3 pages to vacancy.nigeria@actionaid.org on or before Tuesday 23rd August 2016 clearly stating position as the subject of the email. Please note that all applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

DUE DATE: 23 August, 2016

Jobs at Actionaid Nigeria, Monday 22, August 2016