Exciting job opps - the Partnership Initiative for the Niger Delta (PIND)

Our client, Partnership Initiative for Niger Delta (PIND) has been tasked to create dynamic multi-stakeholder partnerships that will take full advantage of the synergies of diverse organisation and interests. The purpose of the initiative is to foster sustainable economic development in the Niger Delta. To meet the demand of the initiative, our client is looking for qualified candidates to fill the existing vacant positions;

Job Location – Abuja

Capacity Building Programme Officer

The position holder will provide support to the development and implementation of PIND program in assigned areas and build capacity of local partners to ensure the achievement of program objectives.

Key Responsibilities

· Coordinate support for capacity building programs

· Identify new capacity building program opportunities

· Monitor performance of capacity building program implementers

· Collect, consolidate and report data associated with capacity building program activities

· Network with relevant stakeholders to maintain awareness of other capacity building initiatives in the Niger Delta

· Develop plans and ideas for capacity building activities for PIND staff and partners

Educational qualifications

A good first degree in Social Sciences or Humanities. A postgraduate degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage

Knowledge, skills & experience

· 7 years relevant experience, at least 5 must be in similar position

· At least 5 years experience in working within a training or institutional strengthening program

· Experience in conducting organizational capacity assessments

· Experience in conducting organizational capacity assessments

· Experience working in the Niger Delta.

· Strong network of contacts amongst donors and NGOs

· Excellent negotiation, facilitation and presentation skills.

· Proven report writing skills

· Knowledge of local level issues

Peace-building Programme Officer

The position holder must have an aptitude for peace building programs, conflict analysis, understanding the causes of violence while identifying and promoting routes towards peace. S/he will be required to have a talent for communication and relationship-building at the community level.

Key Responsibilities

· Coordinate PIND support for Peace-building program

· Identify new peace-building program opportunities

· Monitor performance of peace-building program implementers

· Collect, consolidate and report data associated with peace-building program activities

· Network with relevant stakeholders to maintain awareness of other peace-building initiatives in the Niger Delta

· Monitor progress of post-amnesty programs in the Niger Delta

Educational qualifications

A good first degree in a related field of study. A postgraduate degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage

· 7 – 8 years relevant experience, at least 5 must be in similar position

· Experience of working on peace-building or security sector reform in a conflict-affected environment

· Experience working in economic reintegration programmes

· Training in conflict mediation/arbitration, non-violence principles or conflict resolution techniques

· Experience working in the Niger Delta

· Strong network of contacts amongst donors and NGOs

Analysis and Advocacy Officer

The position holder will be required to take a lead role in the process of using strategic information gathered from critical sector issues, lessons learnt across various similar programmes to advocate for change to enhance community / private sector development.

S/he will be required to plan, implement and analyse field-based research including case studies, surveys, public consultation and participatory action research to guide the organization towards the achievement of set objectives.

Key Responsibilities

· Coordinate PIND support for Analysis and Advocacy program

· Identify new research opportunities and advocacy needs

· Monitor performance of researchers and advocacy partners

· Consolidate data from research activities into a research database

· Collect, consolidate and report measurable outcomes from advocacy campaigns

· Network with relevant stakeholders to maintain awareness of relevant research activities and advocacy campaigns in the Niger Delta

· Coordinate research support for strategic planning of other PIND programs

Educational qualifications

A good first degree in any numerate or social science field of study, and a postgraduate degree in relevant field is an added advantage

Knowledge, skills & experience

· Sound knowledge of relationship building, relationship management and networking

· Knowledge of the principles of research design

· Excellent Written and verbal communication skills

· Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

· Experience of involvement in carrying out research projects.

· Experience in advocacy and communication planning.

· Proven ability to work under minimal supervision

· 8 years of relevant experience out of which 5 years must be within an applied research program studying socio-economic issues in Nigeria

· Experience in developing and conducting an advocacy campaign promoting social change preferred.

· Experience conducting research in the Niger Delta

· Strong network of contacts amongst universities, research institutions, think tanks, donor agencies, and advocacy organizations.

Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

The responsibility of the M & E officer will be to implement a series of monitoring and evaluation tools to help PIND and its beneficiaries gauge progress, and to communicate results to a broad range of stakeholders. The M & E officer will ensure that the pipeline of projects is constantly informed by the lessons learned from earlier interventions.

Key Responsibilities

· Coordinate monitoring and evaluation (M&E) activities of PIND’s programs

· Develop PIND’s overall M&E plan and system, defining roles and responsibilities and ensuring consistency across all PIND programs

· Work with PIND’s program officers and implementing partners to develop and maintain performance for each project

· Work with PIND’s donor partners to align M&E systems, procedures and reporting requirements

· Coordinate collection, storage and consolidation of program data

· Plan and facilitate project and program evaluations

Educational qualifications

A good first degree in social science or business administration. A postgraduate degree in relevant field is an added advantage

Knowledge, skills & experience

· A minimum of 7 years experience in coordinating monitoring & evaluation systems for development projects

· Familiarity with M&E systems and practices of at least one bilateral or multi-lateral donor agency preferred

· Familiarity with participatory methodologies for monitoring and evaluation preferred

· Training in database development and maintenance preferred

· Strong computer skills and familiarity with spreadsheet and database software

· Experience working in the Niger Delta

Communications Officer

The position holder will act as a central point of reference for providing and obtaining information in order to promote the work of PIND in the local community.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate PIND’s communication with external stakeholders

• Develop, maintain and monitor progress of PIND’s communications plan

• Coordinate public relations events and activities

• Prepare PIND’s communications products including newsletters, brochures, presentations, quarterly/annual reports

• Coordinate content and development of PIND’s website

• Gather photos and stories of interest from PIND’s programs to use in PIND publications

• Coordinate communications strategies and press releases with donor and program partners

Educational qualifications

A good first degree in Mass Communication or any other relevant Filed in Social Sciences or Humanities.

Knowledge, skills & experience

• A minimum of 6 years experience coordinating and implementing communications plans for NGO’s, donor agency or research organization in Nigeria

• Strong communications skills both written and verbal are essential

• Good IT skills are required including experience in producing newsletters (i.e. page design, layout and editing) using desktop publishing programmes

• Ability to make complex decisions within tight timescales whilst working with minimal supervision

• Experience working in the Niger Delta

• Strong network of contacts amongst media organizations

Administrative Officer

The position holder will be in charge of making sure that the organization is running smoothly and ensure supplies are adequately provided. S/he will also be required to provide and manage admin services in the form of logistics and other support services.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support for PIND office and staff

• Maintain petty cash records and provide bookkeeping support to Finance Officer

• Coordinate logistics support for PIND staff including all travel, accommodation and transportation

• Coordinate regular maintenance of office equipment

• Perform receptionist duties for PIND office visitors

• Handle incoming calls to PIND main telephone line

Educational qualifications

A good first degree in social sciences or any relevant field.

Knowledge, skills & experience

• 3 – 5 years relevant experience

• Understanding of generally accepted administrative practices

• Excellent employee relation skills.

• Ability to coordinate travel and logistics support for a small organization

• Training in bookkeeping, recordkeeping

• Strong computer skills and familiarity with spreadsheet software

Other requirements for all positions:

• Applicants from any of the 9 states in the Niger Delta will b given a priority over other applicants

Method of application: Please email the address below to receive the application form. Then apply within 15 days from the date of publication to;

[email protected]

CV’s will not be assessed. Only applications forms with the job title clearly indicated as the subject of the mail will be considered and only short listed candidates will be contacted. Unfortunately we cannot provide feedback to candidates who are unsuccessful at shortlisting stage.