“We that empowered communities can become the agents of change and uphold their basic socio-political and economic rights. Empowered communities can challenge unjust systems and, using the Rights Based Approach, hold to account State institutions and multinationals.Therefore, we help communities to become knowledgeable, confident, inclusive, organized and able to participate in and influence decision- making to improve their lives.” – Stakeholder Democracy Network (SDN) –
SDN is recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Project Officers
Location: Port Harcourt
Slot: 2
Job Description
- SDN requires Project Officers within the operation division of the Niger Delta Legacy Engagement funded by the State Department Conflict Stabilization Operation. The Engagement which is awarded to SDN is currently to cover funding period till 31st December 2014, with operational extension possible to 31st March, 2015.
- The Position reports to Programme Manager (Operations) directly, will deliver Quality Assurance within the team headed overall by Programme Manager with overall responsibility for performance. Position will contribute towards the engagement goal that the people of the Niger Delta emerges from the 2015 election period without destabilising violence and with increased confidence in the power of non-violent problem solving among the citizens, government and other key actors.
Overall Engagement Objective- Includes:
- Reduce the likelihood of Conflict.
- Improve the Social Contact in 3 States of the Niger Delta (Rivers, Bayelsa, Delta).
- Produce a Multimedia Campaign supported by dialogue and civic advocacy.
- Develop capacity and effective non- violence with outreach to communities and Government.
- Develop and Sustain the Board of Advisors into an operating Board of Directors in an independent Company.
Responsibilities
- Project Support In conjunction with relevant colleagues, assist with all aspects of the end to end programme cycle management including, where appropriate representational meetings and provision of briefings, programme visits and logistic arrangements.
- Programme Cycle Management: Assist in project/programme identification and design and with the actual launch and implementation: Assist with the planning of and active participation with on annual reviews of projects; Asset the Technical Advisers to prepare narrative reports on assigned projects for the purpose of the Monthly Programme Review meetings, and lastly ensure effective sharing of information within learn.
- Procedural and Financial Management: Ensure compliance at all levels with CSO procedures such as issuing contracts, making payments and information registry.
- Corporate Responsibilities: Assist will i other corporate responsibilities such as logistics for the preparation of any retreats, seminars and high level visits from Headquarters and with preparation of returns (including briefings) to Headquarters/BOA and others as necessary.
Desired Behavioural Competencies:
- Making Effective Decisions
- Changing and Improving
- Delivering Value For money
- Delivering at pace
- Collaborating and Partnering
- Leading and Communicating
Requirements
- A University first degree for these positions is required and would preferably be in the Social Sciences.
- Candidates must be able to demonstrate suitable years of work experience and proven ability in programme management, financial management and procurement.
- Strong understanding of risk management and internal Control issues.
- Good communication and report writing skills.
- Must exhibit high levels of professionalism, integrity and ethical values stall times.
Remuneration
- Attractive and commensurate with experience.
Application Closing Date
8th May, 2014.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send an email to: nneoma@stakeholderdemocracy.org requesting an application form and return the completed application to the same address by 12 noon on 8th May, 2014.
SDN is an equal opportunities employer. Applications are welcome from people regardless of age, race, ethnicity, religious beliefs, intimate orientation, gender. The appointment will be under local terms and conditions and is subject to medical brat security clearance.
