ActionAid Vacancy for Programme Officer, Governance – Abuja

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ActionAid is a global movement of people working together to further human rights and defeat poverty for all.
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Programme Officer, Governance – Abuja
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ActionAid is an anti-poverty agency that prioritises work with people living in poverty and exclusion; promoting values and commitment in civil society, institutions and Governments with the aim of achieving structural changes in order to eradicate injustices and poverty in the world. ActionAid Nigeria is an affiliate of ActionAid International, an International Non-Governmental organisation registered in Netherlands with its headquarters in Johannesburg South Africa. ActionAid International works in more than 40 countries in Africa, Asia, Europe and America.
ActionAid Nigeria is inviting applications from qualified candidates to fill this position available within the organisation:
Programme Officer, Governance – Abuja
The Programme Officer will provide quality service to ActionAid Nigeria in delivering on the Youth Organising and Leadership Programme and support the Governance team to deepen its Accountability, Learning & Planning Systems (ALPS) processes He/she will be expected to support the implementation of the YOL programme,  undertake effective and appropriate documentation and shared learning systems, that will collectively contribute to improved programme quality and impact towards realisation of the programme objectives.
Person Specifications
Education/Qualifications
First degree in social sciences or arts/humanities is essential
Experience
At least three years post NYSC experience two of which should be in Governance/youth related programme in the development sector is essential
Experience in researching and analytical report writing is essential
Skill/Abilities
Excellent analytical skills
Ability to implement data management systems
Fluency in spoken and written English language
Highly numerate
Excellent planning and prioritization skills
Multi-tasking skills
Excellent (proven) interpersonal skills
Negotiation skills
Experience in coordinating training/meetings
Send your applications in an MSWord attachment to [email protected]
Only electronically submitted forms will be considered. Scanned application forms will be disregarded.
Subject line of emails must state clearly, job title of position applied for and location e.g Programme Officer (Governance) – Abuja.
ActionAid offers competitive terms of employment. Applications from women and candidates from the North East and North West are particularly encouraged.
Closing date for receipt of applications is 13th February 2019. While we respect all applicants, interview dates will be communicated only to shortlisted candidates.
Closing date for applicationsWednesday, February 13, 2019 (All day)

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