Summary
Under the technical supervision of the GBV Program Manager and day to day supervision of the Maiduguri team leader, the GBV program Officer will lead on direct GBV program implementation in close coordination with the local implementing partner and community volunteers.
The program Officer will directly liaise with the support services in Maiduguri (Finance/logistics) to ensure GBV program supplies are delivered in a timely manner to meet beneficiary needs.
The program officer will also line- manage the deputy program Officer, also based in Maiduguri.
The Program Officer is also expected to lead on coordination with relevant key actors in Maiduguri including INGO, ministry of health, and other community based organizations involved in GBV/human rights work within his/her area of responsibility.
Background and Experience
Bachelor of Arts or Science in Social Science, Social Work, Business, Public Health, Gender Studies, or other related field
3-5 years professional experience in social services sector experience working with international non- government organizations in sectors focusing on gender, women’s empowerment, and/or violence prevention
Minimum 1-2 years program management level experience and/or professional experience
Demonstrated experience in partnerships coordination and management of local sub granted organizations
Demonstrated experience in capacity building for local organizations
Strong understanding of gender, human rights, and issues surrounding violence against women arid girls
Demonstrated experience in developing and facilitating trainings and workshops tailored for individuals from a variety of professional and educational backgrounds; understanding of appropriate evaluation approaches, metrics, and tools to determine the effectiveness of the training in meeting target objectives essential
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Computer literate in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Application Closing Date
Thursday 23rd April, 2015.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications and CV’s with 3 referees that include current or former employers to: asalawe@internationalmedicalcorps.org copy to: pc-nigeria@internationalmedicalcorps.org
Or
A hard copy address to:
Admin/Human Resources Officer
International Medical Corps,
Plot 3 Tsafe Road,
Off Sama Road,
Sokoto State,
Nigeria.