ActionAid Nigeria (AAN) is a not for profit, non-governmental organisation registered with the operations in Nigeria in 1999, white the programmatic operations commenced in January 2000 through a Planning Commission of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
ActionAid is an anti-poverty agency that prioritises works with the poor and excluded; 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 The Netherlands with its headquarters in Johannesburg South Africa. ActionAid International works in more than 40 countries in Africa, Asia, Europe and the Americas.
AAN is inviting applications from qualified candidates to fill the position of Project Coordinators; SMILE Project (FCT, Nasarawa, Kogi, Benue & Edo)
Position: Project Coordinators
Sustainable Mechanisms for Improving Livelihoods and Household Empowerment (Smile) Project (5 Positions)
Person Specifications
Education/Qualifications
- Degree in Health Sciences, Social Sciences, Arts or Humanities is essential.
- Masters degree in a related field is desirable.
Experience
- Seven (7) years post NYSC experience is essential
- Four (4) years’ experience in a similar position in the development sector preferably in community based health
Skill/Abilities
- Ability to maintain donor relationship and accountability in line with funding policies and standards is essential
- Demonstrable facilitation skills is essential
- Strong oral and written communication skills is essential
Personal Qualities
- A person of integrity, creative and able to take initiative with ability to work effectively in a diverse team environment is essential
All interested candidates should complete the application form accessed from
www.actionaid.org/nigeria and send as an attachment to vacancy.nigeria@actionaid.org. Only electronically submitted forms will be
entertained.
ActionAid offers competitive terms of employment. Applications from women are particularly welcome.
Closing date for receipt of applications is 6th June, 2013. While we respect all applicants, interview date will be communicated only to short listed candidates.
