ActionAid (AA) Nigeria is an affiliate of ActionAid International, which is a global alliance of organisations working towards achieving a world without poverty and injustice in which every person enjoys the right to a life with dignity. As a large and visible development organisation, we work in more than 40 countries in Africa, Asia, Europe and America. Our expertise lies in community-led approaches to development and working through partnerships with the poor and other grass root organisations.

We are recruiting to fill the position below on the World Food Programme (WFP) funded projected:

Job Title: Programme Assistant, Community Outreach

Locations: Shani, Borno and Bade, Yobe
Employment Type: Full-time
Slots: 2 Openings (Shani – Borno x1 and Bade – Yobe x1)

Description

• ActionAid Nigeria is inviting applications from qualified candidates to fill the following positions on the World Food Programme (WFP) funded projected implemented in Shani, Borno State and Bade, Yobe State.
• Programme Assistant, Community Outreach; Accountability to affected Population (Protection), Social Cohesion and Peace Building, (WFP-BMZ Project) Shani-Borno x1 and Bade- Yobe x1
• The post holder will be responsible for information sharing to the affected population; creating awareness and sensitization on frequently Asked Questions (FAQs), Pre- and Post-distribution information (entitlement, available feedback channels and any other information as may be communicated) and other activities under the WFP- BMZ project.

Person Specification
Education / Qualifications:

• At least National Diploma in Social Sciences or Arts / Humanities is essential.
• Membership of relevant professional bodies and agencies is desirable.

Experience:

• Minimum of two (2) years practical experience in related position is essential.
• Experience in awareness creation is essential.
• Experience on impactfully engaging with stakeholders and advocacy initiatives is essential.
• Experience working with partners, stakeholders in social cohesion initiatives desirable is desirable.

Skill / Abilities:

• Strong communication and writing skills.
• Excellent report-writing skills
• Highly numerate and Negotiation skills
• Excellent research and analytical skills
• Proven strong and charismatic management and leadership skills and experience.
• Excellent strategic planning skills
• Demonstrable IT skills, tact and diplomacy.

Application Closing Date
11th September, 2023.