VSO is the world’s leading independent international
development organisation that works through volunteers to fight poverty in 34
developing countries. VSO’s high-impact approach involves bringing people
together to share skills, build capabilities, promote international
understanding and action, and change lives to make the world a fairer place.
Interested applicants are requested to apply on or before
September 10, 2013. Applications should include CV and cover letter stating how
they fit the responsibilities and specifications listed above with three names
and contacts of your nominated referees to:
info.nigeria@vsoint.org with the
position as the email subject.
We respect all candidates but we can only respond to
shortlisted candidates.
VSO is an equal opportunity employer that values inclusion
and seeks to have a diverse workforce and therefore welcomes applicants from
all sections of the community.
Senior Programme Officers (2 Positions)
VSO has been operating across Nigeria since 1958 and has
accompanied the country through complex social change and growth. As part of
its current country strategy 2012-15, VSO Nigeria works with poor and
marginalized young men and women in an integrated way and to shape our
responses based on the needs and priorities they identify. We relate to youth
as both ultimate beneficiaries, as well as our key facilitators of social
change. We focus on children (boys and girls), adolescent girls and boys (10-19
years range) and young men and women (20- 35 years).
Summary of the Role
VSO Nigeria is currently looking for a dynamic, proactive
and results oriented persons to join the Nigeria Country Office team to
coordinate programme activities in 2 clusters. S/he is responsible for
programme and project development in line with the country strategy and
development and management of partnerships with civil society and government
organisations with support of national and international volunteers; involves
proactive engagement with volunteers, partners and relevant stakeholders to
realise our strategic objectives relating to education, secure livelihoods and
youth participation in governance. S/he ensures gender mainstreaming in all our
work, and will be the primary contact for the selection and placement of volunteers
with partners in the cluster. The positions will be based in Lagos and Abuja
and will report to the Head of Programs.
Key responsibilities include:
• Programme Delivery: Identification and mapping of civil
society organizations (NGOs, CBOs, NGO/CBO Networks) that could contribute to
delivering VSO Nigeria country strategy in the respective states and develop
partnerships with organizations that are aligned to our vision, values and
strategy. Analyse development challenges keeping the youth as central and
explore opportunities for development.
• Partnership Development and Management: Develop
coordination mechanisms between partners (NGO and government), volunteers and
staff to develop shared understanding and vision of VSO Nigeria work in the
cluster. Engaging and building relationship with key stakeholders (government
departments – NYSC and other parastatals, INGOs, Donors and Corporate bodies
operating in the cluster.
• Volunteer Engagement/Management: Identify volunteer
requirements to deliver the programme/projects developed (International
volunteers, corporate volunteers, diaspora volunteers, National volunteers and
community level volunteers to be placed with partners). Develop placement
documentation to facilitate recruitment of volunteers. Work with the operations
team to induct, orient and provide on-going support to volunteers including
safety and emergencies.
• Monitoring and Evaluation: Develop and implement strong M
& E systems for the projects/partners/volunteers to ensure that the impact
of VSO Nigeria work is captured as well as promote institutional learning and
knowledge sharing across the organization. Ensure the documentation of success
stories/challenges for knowledge sharing and organizational learning.
• Safety, Security and Emergencies: With support of SMT
members be responsible for duty of care and safety and security of volunteers
in the cluster and act as first point of contact for volunteers in the cluster.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Develop realistic project plans
and budgets, ensuring compliance with donor requirements. Develop, maintain and
regularly review financial plans to deliver programme objectives including full
participation in the annual budget preparation process.
Knowledge, skills and experience required
Essential:
• Passion and commitment to make significant impact on the
lives of marginalised young men and women in Nigeria
• Excellent understanding of development challenges and in
depth knowledge of civil society organisations in the respective cluster/
Nigeria
• Understanding of project cycle management tools and
ability to effectively plan, implement and review programmes; Skills in
program/project development and proposal writing ; Knowledge of budgeting and
financial management in the context of project planning/management
• Significant experience in a similar role with other
INGOs/National NGOs, projects and programs and good track record of
contributing to significant impact on the marginalised
• Experience working on projects and programs relating to
education, livelihoods and governance, youth participation peace building etc.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and
analytical skills; Excellent planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to adapt to new and demanding situations and work
independently or with limited supervision.
• Experience in networking, partnership development and
multi stakeholder stake holder engagement for a common purpose.
• Willingness to travel extensively with in the cluster
often using public transport
Desired-
• Practical experience gained within a volunteering/NGO
context and of managing a volunteer programme.
Location: Not Specified
Experience: 0 year(s)
Course of Study: Not Specified
Required Grade: Not
Specified
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