Position Overview
The LGA officer will directly report to the Distribution Deputy Project Manager and will play a key role in implementing AAH Food Aid project in Yobe state North-Eastern Nigeria.
The LGA Officer is responsible for running and supervising all GFD & BSFP activities at all stages of the project management cycle.
He/she will ensures the project team completes the defined activities while adhering to internal standards and contractual obligations.

Specific Objectives
Provide support to the Distribution Deputy Project Manager to implement the program successfully.
To establish and supervise FSL broad sector integrated activities.
Facilitate community mobilisation and community outreach activities.
To ensure adequate reporting and documentation of all related nutrition activities.
Training and managing the program team in collaboration with Distribution DPM and PM.

Qualifications
Higher Diploma/Bachelors in Agriculture, Agricultural Economics and Extension Services or equivalent in a field related to Food security and livelihoods in emergency context, B.Sc. Social sciences, 1 years of work experiences.
Practical demonstration of the use of excel and Microsoft word
Essential Skills and Experience:
Fluent English, Hausa and Kanuri
Ability to analyse and synthesize information
Professional, motivated, open, creative, mature, responsible, flexible, culturally sensitive
Human resource management experience, leadership and motivation/training skills
Excellent organization, attention to detail, and time management
Must be disciplined, able to work autonomously
Strong capacity to represent ACF and sustain relations with state and local stakeholders.
Interpersonal skills (team management, communication, reporting, autonomy, pedagogy, planning and organizational skills.
Preferred Skills and Experience:
Experience in the International Non-Governmental Organization (INGO) and Humanitarian context
Experience with EXCEL and MICROSOFT WORD

Application Closing Date
19th February, 2017.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications to: recruitment.ng@acf-international.org

Note
To be considered, applications must include a CV and letter of interest, and indicate the full position title and location in the email subject line. For example, “LGA Officer – Yobe”.
Also note that any application received without these specifications will not be considered.
Only shortlisted candidate will be contacted.
Qualified women and men are encouraged to apply.