The Nigeria Stability and Reconciliation Programme (NSRP) is supported by DFID/UKAID and is managed by a consortium made up of British Council International Alert and Social Development Direct. The programme seeks to deliver interventions to reduce the impacts of violent conflict and promote reconciliation processes. The focus will be on the national level and in eight focal states.
NSRP is looking for committed and experienced individuals to join the-senior technical team of this innovative and exciting programme. Experience of working on programmes in conflict-affected environments, either in Nigeria or other countries, is imperative for all posts. All post holders will be based in Abuja but will make frequent visits to NSRP’s regional offices in Maiduguri, Kano, Jos and Port Harcourt and to all the focal states.
Gender and Conflict Adviser:
NSRP is looking for committed and experienced individuals to join the senior technical team of this innovative and exciting programme Experience of working on programmes in conflict-affected environments, either in Nigeria or other countries, is imperative for all posts. All post holders will be based in Abuja but will make frequent visits to NSRP’s regional offices in Maiduguri, Kano, Jos and Port Harcourt and to all the focal states.
Position: Output Manager (Economics and natural Recourses)
- The Output Manager will lead the design and delivery of programmes to enhance the capacity and impact of institutions involved in addressing drivers of conflict around unemployment, environmental degradation and livelihoods in the states where the programme is operating. This Manager will develop and manage relationships and partnerships with both public institutions and private individuals managing and regulating programmes on employment and empowerment, resource governance and environmental protection.
Qualifications:
- Candidates applying for this position must have a Masters qualification in International Relations, Development Studies, Political Economy or a related social science discipline, with at least 5 years experience of providing technical leadership in implementing projects and designing strategies in relevant areas (e.g. employment, natural resources). In depth understanding of conflict and peace building issues in Nigeria, especially the economic drivers of conflict and resource competition over land and oil and gas resources is critical. Excellent strategic, analytical and problem-solving abilities as well as the ability to manage partnerships are also required for this post.
Interested applicants should apply to: outputmanager2@gridconsulting.net
Method of Application:
Interested candidates should download and complete their application forms through the link at: www.gridconsulting.net. Completed application forms should be submitted to the corresponding email address of the position you are applying for as shown below:
The subject line of your email should be the title of the position you are applying for. CVs and PDF completed forms will not be accepted. Closing date for submission of applications is Tuesday, 6th November, 2012. Interviews will commence within three weeks of the closing date. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. British Council, International Alert and Social Development Direct have robust policies on equal opportunities.
All applicants will be judged strictly on merit
