The State Partnership for Accountability Responsiveness and Capability (SPARC) is a major programme funded by the United Kingdom government’s Department for international Development (DFID) assisting the Nigeria Government to build on governance reforms already under way in 5 states (Enugu, Jigawa, Kaduna, Kano and Lagos). In 2011, three more states (Katsina, Yobe and Zamfara) were added to the portfolio of states supported by SPARC.
We are looking for a professional to join the SPARC team, a new senior position based in Abuja.
Position: Logistics and Security Manager
Responsibilities include assisting the National Finance & Administration Manager and supporting the five State Finance & Administration Managers, and three state Technical Coordination Managers in:
- Logistics arrangement for all SPARC offices – staff & consultants
- Security of the whole programme
- Journey management for all SPARC offices
- Ensure that logistics & security systems in place are updated and functional &
- General logistics & security administration – as directed by the National Finance & Administration Manager (NFAM).
The Job requirements are as follows:
- University degree, preferably sociology, human resources management or other relevant educational background combined with relevant management experience; a degree in a security related background will be an advantage.
- Minimum 5 years experience in logistics / security for International organizations (Donor Funded), of which minimum of 2 years at supervisory grade.
- Proactive approach and the ability to think “outside the box” when developing solutions and strategies; independent, self-driven, able to handle multi-tasks and detail minded
- Team player who requires minimum supervision; able to communicate with staff of all levels and cultural backgrounds, strong analytical and negotiation skills
- Political, legal, security and cultural awareness from working experience in Nigeria
- Proven skills and experience in report writing
- Good command of written and spoken English
- Computer literate.
How to Apply:
If you believe you have both the skills and experience required to enhance our current offering, please send your CV along with a brief outline of key points for our consideration to hr@sparc-nigeria.com on or before Thursday 29th March 2012 quoting ref: application for LSM.
Interviews will be held in April 2012. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Further information SPARC can be found at www.sparc-nigeria.com
