Programme Officer at The British Council

Nigeria Stability and Reconciliation Programme (NSRP)

British Council in Nigeria has been contracted by the UK’s Department for International Development (DFID) to manage the Nigeria Stability and Reconciliation Programme (NSRP). The British Council works in partnership with International Alert and with Social Development Direct.

The British Council is looking for suitably qualified individuals to fill the following posts in Kano, Maiduguri, Jos and Kaduna:

Position: Programme Officer

The duties of the posts are given below:

• The successful implementation of specified projects and ensuring client, corporate and programme standards are fully met.
• Ensuring specified project activities are accurately cost and budgets are managed effectively.
• The monitoring and evaluating of specific project activities
• The mentoring and support of grantees
• The effective development and maintenance of security protocols in line with programme standards
• Timely and accurate support to financial and technical reporting.

Qualifications and Experience:

• The skills and qualifications needed for these positions are given in the role profile which can be found at: http://www.britishcouncil.org/africa-vacancies.htm
• Read through these carefully to ensure that your experience and qualifications match those required.
• Preference will be given to those with an in depth knowledge of the region for which the application is being made.

How to Apply:

Completed application forms should be submitted electronically to:

nsrp@britishcouncil.org.

Please ensure that you write the title of the post and the location in the subject line of your email

Please note all posts will be filled for two years in the first instance subject to the standard probationary period.

The closing date for receipt of applications is 1^st November 2012.