JOB TITLE: Programme Officer (EU Response to the Impact of COVID-19 – RIC)
Reference Number: ABV/OPS/2021/001
LOCATION: Damaturu, Yobe
Position Status: Full-time, Regular
Program / Department Summary
- Mercy Corps has been present in Nigeria since 2012, focusing its interventions on adolescent girls’ empowerment, economic development and conflict mitigation. With the insurgency spilling over from the Northeast of Nigeria and causing displacement of millions of individuals, Mercy Corps started its humanitarian response in 2014 to address the rising humanitarian needs. With funding from institutional donors, foundations and private corporations, Mercy Corps continues to provide assistance to meet the basic needs of vulnerable populations in the areas of food security, shelter, water and sanitation, protection, and livelihoods.
Knowledge and Experience
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- BSc / MA / M.Sc or equivalent experience in International Relations, Development, Management, Economics or other relevant fields.
- Strong management skills, with good knowledge of relevant cross-cultural issues.
- Five years of management experience in progressively responsible positions, preferably in conflict management, peacebuilding and/or governance technical areas.
- Experience leading the implementation of multi-sector integrated programs, with particular expertise in dialogue, women’s and youth empowerment, advocacy, and trauma healing approaches.
- Ability to work independently in the field and show initiative. Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines and work cooperatively with team members.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to develop good relationships with a wide range of actors required.
- Experience representing the organization and its interests to a diverse range of local stakeholders, host government officials, and local and international partners.
- 5 years Experience.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their CV and Cover Letter in one document, addressing the position requirements to: [email protected]
Note
- All applications must include the position title and Reference Number in the subject line.
- Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.
- We are an equal opportunity organization so women are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.
- Mercy Corps team members represent the agency both during and outside work hours. Team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and MC’s policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues.
Deadline: February 17, 2021
Job Features
Job Category | programs |