The Project:

Backup Health

BACKUP Health is a technical cooperation partner of global initiatives for health (GHIs) that works to improve the efficiency of investments towards sustainable impact. The programme advises partners across the different pillars of health systems strengthening (HSS), including health financing, towards improving provision and access to quality healthcare services. Specifically, it seeks to:

• Strengthen alignment and coordination of fundings from global health initiatives at global and country level by building synergies across invesments to improve efficiency and value for money;
• Provide tailored support to improve framework conditions for investments through GHIs using advisory services on building up systems for health and developing health policies and strategies;

Strengthen capacity of key actors in the national health system for better decision making on programming, oversight, governance and coordination;

• Provide partners with lessons learned that can be scaled up and incorporated into further planning and implementation of GHIfunded interventions.
• In all activities, GIZ and BACKUP put a particular focus on gender equality, human rights, and civil society engagement.

Responsibilities tasks:

Responsibilities

The Technical Health Advisor will have the following responsibilities:

• Establishing partnerships with national, bi- and multilateral stakeholders in the Nigerian health sector and global health landscape
• Based on overall BACKUP strategy and mandate, contributing to the ongoing development of the BACKUP portfolio and technical assistance approach in Nigeria
• Supporting the coordination and monitoring of implementation by ongoing projects of global health initiative, particularly the Global Fund, Gavi and GFF, where relevant to the BACKUP portfolio

Tasks

Partner engagement and advisory

• Identify technical assistance needs and opportunities for support in the BACKUP intervention areas national coordination and governance, health system strengthening, integrated health services and mitigation of C-19 impact on disease control.
• Assess capacity development needs of national health partners and civil society, develop, and implement capacity building plans, and develop benchmarks/milestones to monitor impact of interventions.
• Provide technical assistance based on the identified needs as well as analyze and incorporate cross cutting issues of community, rights and gender related to the interventions.
• Provide technical contributions to policies, guidelines and other coordination and implementation tools as may be required by partner activities.
• Jointly with partners, support the assessment of technical capacities against mandates and organize, conduct and/or facilitate training sessions on the relevant areas of work.
• Support in-country coordination for the implementation of global health initiatives through close engagement and collaboration with global secretariat teams and country-level mechanisms (e.g the Country Coordinating Mechanism of the Global Fund)
• Support the collation of information around partner engagement in the planning and implementation of global investments and inform global policy discourse on mechanisms/strategies for promoting the efficiency of investments.
• Contribute to policy discourse in line with development policies of commissioning and co-financing parties.
• Provide advisory services to country missions/delegations and the German Embassy
• Contribute to the provision of advisory services on the global health investment landscape and implementation with a country perspective (conceptualizing and commenting on position papers, constituency statements, feedback on grant applications ahead etc)

Technical coordination and administration 

• Support strategic and operational planning processes for technical assistance and ensure alignment with national policies and strategies.
• Provide advisory services to the different technical working groups of health systems strengthening thematic areas at country and global levels.
• Work together with the other technical advisors and development partners in preparing, attending, and reporting on programmatic and technical working group coordination meetings in the Nigerian health sector.
• Provide technical backstopping to local and international technical assistance providers and support coordination and planning of travels and other field related activities.
• Support knowledge management for BACKUP by collecting and documenting good practices and lessons learned in relation to programmes/processes and technical assistance approaches of global health financing initiatives.

Communications and networking

• Represent BACKUP in adhering to the programme’s principles, guidelines, and agreements in all related interventions.
• Promote partnerships and linkages between key stakeholders related to the Global Health Initiatives (such as Global Fund, Gavi and GFF) as well as other health system actors.
• Support transparent communication and information sharing between all involved institutions and counterparts related to the Global Health Initiatives
• Generate and communicate evidence from BACKUP interventions and contribute to the development of communication materials or dialogue platforms for dissemination of lessons and other knowledge materials for scale-up.
• Support BACKUP communication and public relations through national, regional, and global publication of project outcomes (e.g. in journals, news feeds and social media).
• Contribute data and information for annual reports in close coordination with other teams and components.

Other duties/additional tasks

• The position holder performs other duties and tasks at the request of the BACKUP management.

Required qualifications, competences, and experience.

Qualifications:

• MSc/MBA in Public Health (different streams), Public Policy, Health Financing, Health Economics or other related fields of study.

Professional experience

• Minimum of 7 years of professional experiences in a comparable position in the health sector
• Work experience in the Nigerian health sector with/in public institutions (Federal Ministry of Health, disease control, health systems strengthening, community engagement etc)
• Experience working with development partners and other international aid organisations, or in/with programmes financed by these organisations an added advantage.

Other knowledge, additional competences

• Good understanding of global health architecture and country level operations
• Experience working with the Global Fund and/or its implementing partners at country level an added advantage.
• Highly motivated professional with excellent interpersonal skills and ability to effectively interact in complex cooperation systems with various stakeholders (including senior government offices, civil society organisations and key populations, programme implementers, client communities)
• Experience working with German Development Cooperation desirable.
• A team player that takes responsibility for dedicated work packages and is results oriented with desire to ensure sustainability and impact in all investments.
• Experience/competency in writing articles and other communications materials.
• Good organizational skills (managing complex tasks and stakeholders) with positive attitude to change.
• Language: English (professional level for reading, speaking, and writing)
• Good IT knowledge
• Willingness to travel regularly.

(Please include vacancy no. 026 in mail subject)

The Project:

Support to the ECOWAS Commission on Organizational Development (OD)  The Project “Support to the ECOWAS Commission on Organisational

• Development – Phase II” is aimed at strengthening the capacities of the ECOWAS Commission on a sustainable basis so that it can more effectively perform its key role in promoting the political and economic integration of its member states and in securing peace in the region. Cooperation within ECOWAS is actively supported wherever relevant.
• In the context of BMZ 2030, the project will contribute to the core area of ‘peaceful and inclusive societies’ and its ‘good governance’ area of intervention.
• The project supports amongst others, the Office of the Vice President of the ECOWAS Commission, with a special focus on the Strategic Planning and Monitoring and Evaluation Directorate. Furthermore, the project works closely with ECOWAS directorates and departments with cross-cutting functions, like the Department of Human Resources, the Finance Department of the ECOWAS Commission and the Directorate of Internal Audit and Evaluation of Operations at the EBID. In addition, the project cooperates with the newly created Office of the Auditor General.
• A new communication-focused component has also been added to the project. This component will strengthen the internal and external communications of the ECOWAS Commission generally, in addition to specifically providing support to the Directorate of Communication of the Commission.

The project focuses on the following outputs:

• Strengthening Results-Oriented management.
• Integrating Gender Equality Measures.
• Enhancing Digital tools and Knowledge Management.
• Management compliance with international standards at ECOWAS.
• Strengthening communication efforts of the ECOWAS Commission.

Responsibilities & tasks:

Responsibilities

The Regional Communications Advisor will:

• Liaise between the ECOWAS communication unit, implementing media agency (external) and the GIZ project as a focal point.
• Ensure a horizontal coordination between GIZ, the external media and communications company, the Directorate of Communication, and all other relevant Directorates of the ECOWAS Commission to achieve the objectives of the project’s communication component.
• Contribute positively to ECOWAS Commission’s rebranding and strategic communication direction.
• Coordinate and network with colleagues, partners, media, and other resources to achieve the project’s objectives.
• Ensure target focused and cost-effective communication and knowledge dissemination as it relates to the achievement of the strategic goals of the project in line with the BMZ, GIZ, and ECOWAS Communication Guidelines.
• Contribute to the review of the existing communication strategy of the Directorate of Communication of the ECOWAS Commission.
• Identify existing gaps in the information and communication flow between the ECOWAS Commission, its agencies, and its Member States.
• Bring an understanding of the development and implementation of communication strategies for internal communication and external communication and advise the project accordingly.

Support the timely design and production of multimedia communication materials (speeches, articles, giveaways, roll-ups, factsheets, audio visuals etc.) in close collaboration with the requesting parties, based on identified needs and respecting GIZ and ECOWAS standards, their maintenance, and their distribution over identified channels.

Ensure effective internal and external communication within the OD/ISE project and externally with the project stakeholders and ecosystem (both national and international) and knowledge management in line with this area.

Tasks

The Communication Advisor performs the following tasks:

• Coordinating delivery of communication component outputs, including conceptualisation and implementation of activities and initiatives supporting the communication efforts of the ECOWAS Commission, in line with the Directorate of Communication’s strategic plan and in collaboration with the project team and the external communication company.
• Contribute to reporting to commissioning parties, including M&E and progress report support to BMZ, and at programme level.
• Permanent coordination with the ECOWAS Communication Directorate ensuring that all communication is respecting the ECOWAS Corporate design.
• Coordinate and ensure that ECOWAS communication outputs are published and distributed widely among stakeholders e.g., speeches, press releases, analyses, blogs, stories/testimonials, success stories, etc.
  • Develop concepts and tools for internal and external communication.
  • Collecting and documenting project related data (baseline surveys, perception studies, partner reports, etc.).
  • Coordinate photography and ensure visibility and visual documentation for all activities.
  • Develop and maintain a roster of reporters, influencers, etc.with interest in the ECOWAS Commission.
• Actively supporting the communication component team in the organization of events, including:
  • Assist in designing and implementing events and manage the events calendar.
  • Coordinate external knowledge and communication process i.e., Design, prepare, facilitate knowledge exchange and dissemination events.
• Development and implementation of comprehensive, innovative, and effective communication/media strategies and integrate these with the initiatives of the ECOWAS Commission.
• Provide quality assurance for all communication activities, outputs, and deliverables in line with ECOWAS Commission’s communication guidelines:
  • Proofread and edit articles, press releases, publications, event, and publicity materials etc. and ensure consistency in design of publications. o Coordinate the work of external service providers in Communication.
  • Manage vendors/consultants and ensure guidelines are adopted.
• Capitalization and knowledge management in communication related topics and support the same for project activities and achievements:
• Develop and implement a knowledge management approach and tools.
• Support and advise on activities and achievements to be capitalized.
• Perform other duties and tasks at the request of project management.

Required qualifications, competences, and experience.

Qualifications:

• MSc/MBA in mass communication, Public Relations and Advertising, International Law, International Development, International Relations, Social/Political Science, or a related field.
• Professional proficiency in at least 2 ECOWAS official languages (English/ French/ Portuguese). This will be tested.

Professional experience

• Minimum of 8 years of professional experience with regional and international organizations in the field of communication (public diplomacy, media and PR work, journalism, corporate communication, advertising, lobbying or similar).
• Demonstrated experience in developing communication strategies, content, and tools.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the ECOWAS region and the relevant media and communication landscape.
• Demonstrated experience in programme coordination, event organisation including setting up and running conferences, publicprivate stakeholder events, and baseline studies (this includes the knowledge of organizing and hosting virtual meetings on diverse platforms).
• Sound knowledge of communication platforms.
• Proficiency in communications tools and software, including but not limited to Microsoft Office tools and information dissemination platforms.

Other knowledge, additional competences

• Work experience with international and donor organizations including GIZ.
• Ability to work with little supervision to meet set deadlines.
• Excellent copy editing, writing and research skills, analytical skills, oral and written presentation skills, interpersonal skills and high integrity.
• Sound knowledge of relationship building, relationship management and networking.

(Please include vacancy no. 025 in mail subject)

The Project:

Support to the ECOWAS Commission on Organizational Development (OD) Phase II The Project “Support to the ECOWAS Commission on Organisational

• Development – Phase II” is aimed at strengthening the capacities of the ECOWAS Commission on a sustainable basis so that it can more effectively perform its key role in promoting the political and economic integration of its member states and in securing peace in the region. Cooperation within ECOWAS is actively supported wherever relevant.
• In the context of BMZ 2030, the project will contribute to the core area of ‘peaceful and inclusive societies’ and its ‘good governance’ area of intervention. The project supports amongst others, the Office of the Vice President of the ECOWAS Commission, with a special focus on the Strategic Planning and Monitoring and Evaluation Directorate. Furthermore, the project works closely with ECOWAS directorates and departments with cross-cutting functions, like the Department of Human Resources, the Finance Department of the ECOWAS Commission and the Directorate of Internal Audit and Evaluation of Operations at the EBID. In addition, the project cooperates with the newly created Office of the Auditor General.

The project focuses on the following outputs:

• Strengthening Results-Oriented management.
• Integrating Gender Equality Measures.
• Enhancing Digital tools and Knowledge Management.
• Management compliance with international standards at ECOWAS.
• Strengthening communication efforts of the ECOWAS Commission.

In line with the current recruitment, the position of Planning and Monitoring Advisor will be focused on implementing the project’s output 1: The conceptual and technical foundations for the application of the ECOWAS integrated, impact-oriented management model by the ECOWAS Commission and selected ECOWAS institutions and agencies have been laid.

Responsibilities & tasks:

Responsibilities

The PM&E Advisor will:

• Liaise between the ECOWAS SPME Directorate, and the GIZ project as a focal point.
• Provide oversight (technical, conceptual, organisational), monitoring and quality assurance of the activities of the Component in close consultation with the ECOWAS Strategic Planning and Monitoring & Evaluation Directorate.
• Ensure effective impact monitoring and reporting for the project in line with the requirements of the commissioning party (BMZ).
• Support the preparation of annual work plans and progress report against plans.
• Continuously identify, assess, and evaluate range of options and cooperation networks necessary for the effective achievement of planned results.
• Represent the Project/Component according to GIZ rules at regional events and ensure that GIZ is adequately positioned.
• Ensure cooperation and synergy of efforts within a complex and dynamic stakeholder landscape comprised of national, regional, and international actors and stakeholders.
• Ensure communication and visibility of the Project as well as knowledge management, best practice and lessons learned derived out of the implementation of the component’s objectives.

Tasks

Provide support to the implementation of the project’s Output 1

• Support the coordination of the conceptual application of the impact-oriented management model.

Supports the timely implementation of the planning cycle of the partner structure.

• Support in the development of medium-term strategic, result frameworks and annual plans.
• Supports the implementation of short- and long-range organizational goals, objectives, strategic plans, policies, and operating procedures; monitors and evaluates programmatic and operational effectiveness and make recommendations on changes required for improvement.
• Advise on the planning and monitoring of the programs, projects for the implementation of Vision 2050, CSF and 4×4 Strategic Objectives of the partner structure.
• Support the designs and development of planning and monitoring tools as well as a capacity building plan to effectively accomplish the partner structure goals and objectives.
• Provides strategic advice and consultation to both the GIZ and the partner structure in the development, implementation, and evaluation of modifications and enhancements to existing operations, systems, and procedures.
• Actively seek cooperation and synergy with ECOWAS, Gender and Development Centre and H.R. Training Centre and other Training Service Providers in support of bolstering ECOWAS capacities and capabilities.
• Support institutional capacity development of staff in line with the planned outcomes and results of the project.
• Support the development of annual work programme, budgets, and performance reports.
• Recommends and participates in the development of policies and procedures regarding planning and monitoring.
• Provide quality assurance for all component activities, outputs, and deliverables.
• Perform other work-related duties as required.
• Regular duty trips to the ECOWAS member states may be necessary.

Required qualifications, competences, and experience.

Qualifications:

• MSc/MBA in Statistics, Economics, Business Administration, Social Science, or a related field.
• Professional proficiency in at least 2 ECOWAS official languages (English/ French/ Portuguese). This will be tested.

Professional experience

• A minimum of 8 years’ experience in a similar position.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of results-based planning, monitoring, and reporting.
• Experience working for an international organisation will be highly desirable (Prior experience with the EU and/or German c\operation systems would be an asset)
• A good understanding of ECOWAS
• Demonstrated experience in developing of work plans, results framework etc.

Demonstrated experience in programme coordination, event organisation including setting up and running conferences, publicprivate stakeholder events, and baseline studies (this includes

• the knowledge of organizing and hosting virtual meetings on diverse platforms).
• Sound knowledge of Planning and M&E practitioners’ platforms either on a national or regional level.
• Proficiency in Planning and monitoring tools and software.

Other knowledge, additional competences

• Work experience with international and donor organizations including GIZ.
• Excellent writing, verbal and presentation skills and the ability to clearly communicate complex policy issues to both technical and nontechnical audiences.
• Ability to work with little supervision to meet set deadlines.
• Excellent copy editing, writing and research skills, analytical skills, oral and written presentation skills, interpersonal skills, and high integrity.
• Strong organisational and project management skills (performanceoriented and with solid analytical skills)
• Resourceful and resilient and able to stay motivated in the face of setbacks or during periods of pressure (Self-motivated)
• Highly personable and approachable with an ability to build communicate and ensure a good rapport with a range of people.
• Sound knowledge of relationship building, relationship management and networking.

(Please include vacancy no. 024 in mail subject)

The project:

Social and Economic Participation of Returnees, IDPs and the Host Population in North-East Nigeria (SEPIN) 

• On behalf of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH is implementing the Programme, ‘Social and Economic Participation of Returnees, IDPs and Host Population in NorthEast Nigeria’ (SEPIN). The main objective of the programme is to improve the economic and social participation of returnees, internally displaced persons, and vulnerable members of host communities in Adamawa State in a gender responsive way.
• Adopting an integrational approach, the programme contributes to SDGs1, 2, 5,10 and 16 in accordance with the ‘leave no one behind’ principle and hopes to complement the humanitarian response to the crisis in the Northeast by going beyond a humanitarian short-term approach and focusing on a more long-term development perspective, through the institutionalization of gender responsive participatory planning and provision of livelihood support.   Addressing the situation of IDPs, returnees and the host population, the Programme is primarily implemented at LGA and community level to ensure direct benefit for the target groups. Through the Community Development Planning (CDP), the Programme hopes to strengthen the relationships between local communities and community leaders, government institutions and civil society. Simultaneously, the Programme hopes to build the capacities of local and state governments as well as civil society and community-based organizations for improved service delivery.
• Alongside the CDPs, the Programme will set up and consolidate spaces and mechanisms where women can meet to engage in dialogue to identify problems, needs and priorities and voice their concerns to the leadership of their communities. The gender and governance interventions will be supported by livelihoods activities in the agricultural sector. Here the focus is on group initiatives, which will give access to markets and improve conditions for economic participation.

Responsibilities & tasks:

Responsibilities.

• The Junior Finance Specialist will, in conjunction with the rest of the GIZ SEPIN Administration and Finance team support the Admin and finance manager in the coordination of the programme’s Finance, administrative and logistical support to the project implementation.

Under the direct supervision of the Admin and finance manager, the Junior Finance Specialist will:

• Support the project finance and inventory management in line with GIZ rules and standards.
• Support the general administration of the office in line with GIZ rules and standards.
• Support the office management.

Task

Finance and accounting

The Junior Finance Specialist

• Supports the project accounting and ensures that expenditures are in accordance with endorsed budget.
• Assist with checking invoices and receipts submitted by suppliers, consultants, and other partners.
• Supports the settlement of pending transactions (receivables

and tax liabilities)

• Supports preparation for internal control and ensures the financial documents are prepared in accordance with GIZ rules and regulations.
• Supports the project inventory management and undertakes checks to ensure the project assets are in good use.
• Supports staff members with travel application and prepares travel settlement claim computation.

Monitors the project receivables and ensures timely settlement.

General Administration

The Junior Finance Specialist:

• Provides general administrative supports (printing, copying, and scanning of documents) for the project.
• Filing documents according to GIZ filing system
• Supports the periodic inventory checks and rebelling of assets of the projects.
• Supports the day-to-day running of the office.
• Supports project logistics (travels, trainings, workshops etc) and visa processes.
• Supports office management (effective functioning of office equipment, regular data backup and efficient use of project assets – stock control and fuel consumption
• Assume other tasks at the request of management.

Required qualifications, competences, and experience.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or related courses

Professional experience 

• Not more than 3 years of professional working experience in a similar position
• Broad experience in financial and administrative management
• Previous GIZ experience is an asset.

Other knowledge, additional competences

• Excellent management, administrative and multi-tasking skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Social skill and good team player
• Proficiency with MS Office programmes (especially Word, Excel, and MS Teams).
• Willingness to strengthen skills and competencies as required by the task to be performed in line with measures agreed with the supervisor and management.
• Willingness to travel to the field and other programme – offices in Nigeria.
• Detail oriented and ability to work under minimal supervision and to show initiative and resourcefulness.
• A good team player who is willing to take on responsibility.

(please include vacancy no. 021 in mail subject)

The project:

Social and Economic Participation of Returnees, IDPs and the Host Population in North-East Nigeria (SEPIN) 

• On behalf of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH is implementing the Programme, ‘Social and Economic Participation of Returnees, IDPs and Host Population in NorthEast Nigeria’ (SEPIN). The main objective of the programme is to improve the economic and social participation of returnees, internally displaced persons, and vulnerable members of host communities in Adamawa State in a gender responsive way.
• Adopting an integrational approach, the programme contributes to SDGs1, 2, 5,10 and 16 in accordance with the ‘leave no one behind’ principle and hopes to complement the humanitarian response to the crisis in the Northeast by going beyond a humanitarian short-term approach and focusing on a more long-term development perspective, through the institutionalization of gender responsive participatory planning and provision of livelihood support.   Addressing the situation of IDPs, returnees and the host population, the Programme is primarily implemented at LGA and community level to ensure direct benefit for the target groups. Through the Community Development Planning (CDP), the Programme hopes to strengthen the relationships between local communities and community leaders, government institutions and civil society.
• Simultaneously, the Programme hopes to build the capacities of local and state governments as well as civil society and community-based organizations for improved service delivery.
• Alongside the CDPs, the Programme will set up and consolidate spaces and mechanisms where women can meet to engage in dialogue to identify problems, needs and priorities and voice their concerns to the leadership of their communities.
• The gender and governance interventions will be supported by livelihoods activities in the agricultural sector. Here the focus is on group initiatives, which will give access to markets and improve conditions for economic participation.

Responsibilities & tasks:

Responsibilities.

Under the supervision of the Head of Component for Governance, the Governance Adviser provides technical support to the design, planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting of the activities of the governance component.

Tasks

Programme Planning and Implementation

• Supports internal processes e.g. preparation of concept papers, strategy development, result monitoring, project progress reviews and reporting.
• Prepares activity budget and activity reports in timely manner.
• Supports goals setting, priorities and elaboration of operational plans.
• Supports the development of calls for proposals, assessment of partner proposal submissions and preparation of contract documents.
• Checks financial reports/documents of partner(s) before submission to programme finance team and gives feedback on adjustments needed for correction of financial reports, ensuring that expenditure tallies with budget provisions.
• Performs regular field visits to the target LGAs and ensures strategic focus is maintained by the implementing partners and delivery of all envisaged outcomes.

Contributes to building strong and effective working relationships with local and international development partners, Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), CSO networks and government MDAs operating in the governance sector in Borno State.

Community Development Planning:

• Supports the preparation, facilitation, and documentation of contextsensitive, participatory Community Development Planning (CDP) processes that provide a holistic, long-term development perspective for target LGAs in line with the provisions of the Citizens’ Engagement and Participatory Planning Policy (CEPPP) of Adamawa and Borno States
• Works closely with implementing organizations to organize and facilitate state-citizen dialogues.
• Supports the integration of the Ward Development Plans into LGA plans and budgeting and ensures the elaboration of local government development plans,
• Supports the integration of the LGA Development Plans into the State Development Planning and budgeting in line with the provisions of (CEPPP)
• Supports the Governance team in strengthening follow-up mechanisms to monitor the implementation of development plans.
• Identifies capacity needs for state and LGA planning officers and makes recommendations to the Head of Governance Component on capacity development measures.
• Organizes capacity development measures for state and local government officials, including preparation of Terms of References and contract documents for trainers and consultants.

Knowledge management

• Ensures knowledge transfer to other program units and GIZ internal knowledge management as well as contributing to the Governance Component`s internal knowledge management e.g. collection of good practices and documentation of lessons learned and revising factsheets and communication materials.
• Updates the knowledge management folder structure for the governance unit and ensures consistent transfer and storage of all relevant documents in the appropriate files structure.
• Supports with regular report writing and editing.

Other duties/additional tasks

• Performs other duties and tasks at the request of management

Required qualifications, competences, and experience.

Qualifications:

• A university degree Political Science, Law, Economics, Sociology, Public Administration, or other relevant Social Science field).
• Master’s Degree will be an added advantage.

Professional experience 

• 5 years of relevant experience in the international development sector with specific thematic focus on democracy, civic participation, and governance reform.
• Knowledge and experience working in North-East Nigeria.

Extensive work with government actors in Borno State is a plus.

• Experience and familiarity with key regional, state, and local government level political, top administrative and traditional leaders & actors in the Northeast.
• Knowledge & familiarity with the political and administrative structure and systems in of sates in the Northeast.
• Knowledge of North-East Nigeria security context – the actors, challenges, current and previous efforts by state and non-state actors.
• Familiar with International development and humanitarian actors working in the Northeast including CSO’s and CSO networks.
• Knowledge of the humanitarian and development nexus, especially as it applies to Northeast Nigeria.
• Hands-on project management experience and ability to efficiently manage numerous activities simultaneously, a flair for problemsolving and an ability to self-navigate through complex bureaucratic environments.

Other knowledge, additional competences

• Fluent written and oral knowledge of English. Knowledge of Hausa, Fulfulde and other relevant local languages would be an asset.
• A very good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

(please include vacancy no. 020 in mail subject)