Head of Unit Agriculture and Economic Growth at Catholic Relief Services

Catholic Relief Services is the official agency of the United States Catholic Conference of Bishops for relief and development assistance overseas.

Job Title:  Head of Unit Agriculture and Economic Growth

Department: Programming/Agriculture and Growth

Location:   Abuja, Nigeria

Reports To: Head of programs

Duration:   24 months with the possibility of extension

Job Summary:

The HoU will be responsible for leading the strategic development and management of programs that economically empower vulnerable populations. The HoU will design and manage programs that address constraints to small-scale agriculture productivity and provide technical assistance to very poor farmers and their households to improve production and increase income. Interventions may also include strengthening of producer and processing groups household support in savings and lending as well as nutrition and supporting improved systems for public and private provision of inputs. The HoU will work in partnership with local civil society organizations and state agriculture development programs throughout the country. 

The HoU will be responsible for overall management of agriculture and economic growth programs; will provide strategic and operational leadership to develop and implement successful programs; and will represent CRS/Nigeria to multiple donors and the Government of Nigeria. The HoU will report to the Head of Programs and will maintain close liaison with relevant Regional Technical Advisors and the CRS All Africa Agriculture Team. The HoU will ensure adherence to CRS technical and program quality standards in implementation and the timely submission of all required deliverables to all donors. 

Qualifications/Experiences:

1. Minimum Masters Degree in Agriculture. PhD highly preferred.

2. Minimum 10 years of international development experience with light to moderately complex projects.

3. Minimum 5 years managing significant USG-funded programs required.

4. Knowledge of key USG regulations including but not limited to USAID 22 CF Part 226 Administration of Assistance Awards to U.S. Non-Governmental Organizations. 22 CFR Part 145 Grants and Agreements with Non-Profits. OMS Circulars A-122. Cost principles for non-profit organizations and A-133 Audit of states. local governments. and non-profits preferred.

5. Proven leadership and inter-personal skills and ability to build and motivate diverse and talented teams.

6. Proven experience in small and medium enterprise development. marketing and creating market linkages.

7: Proven experience in building and maintaining institutional linkages required.

8. Demonstrated commitment to improving gender equality and gender responsiveness in programming and operations.

9 Experience with participatory methods and partnerships required. Demonstrated capacity and experience with institutional strengthening of local civil society and government agencies.

10. Public relations skills required.

11. Proven ability to think strategically.

12. Flexibility to work both in a team and independently.

13. Cultural sensitivity, patience and flexibility.

14. Demonstrated personal accountability and driven to serve others.

15. Understanding of and experience with faith-based organizations local church structures. and accompaniment and capacity-building principles in local partnerships highly desired.

16. Ability to travel nationally and internationally as required.

17. Excellent English language oral and written communication skills required.

18. Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite including Word. Excel and Outlook required.

19. Nigerian nationals preferred.

Method of Application:

Interested applicants should request for application forms from olajumoke.ogunjuyigbe@crs.org  fill the forms and send back to the same address along with full detailed CV as attached MS Word documents. Completed applications should reach us before 5pm. 30 March, 2012. Only applications sent in the required format will be considered.

“CRS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, etc. Qualified women are especially encouraged to apply"

Jobs at Médecins Sans Frontières France

Médecins Sans Frontières France (MSFF) is an International Humanitarian non Governmental Aid Organization assisting the Federal Government of Nigeria in emergencies, disasters and the control of epidemics in different parts of the country.


Position: COOK
The Cook is responsible for the cooking at the expat house, ensuring the quality and the quantity of the meals, manage budget and petty cash for food purchases according to MSF recommendations and also responsible for the hygiene in the kitchen. 


This position is a full time position during which the employee will be expected to work for 208 hours per month. 
Interested candidates should possess the following requirements:


• Ability to communicate in the English language
• Previous experience is essential
• A minimum of First school leaving Certificate is required
• Catering certificate from a registered catering school 


Position: CASUAL DRIVERS
The driver will be responsible for the safe transportation of MSF personnel and goods, and proper maintenance of MSF vehicles. 


This position requires frequent travels and the employee will be expected to work 208 hours per month on roster.
Interested candidates should possess:
• A good knowledge of the road network in Abuja, 
• Clean driving experience of at least 2 years; 
• Flexible with good sense of responsibility; 
• Good communication skills.
• Basic spoken and written English.
• Valid Driving License


Method of Application
All interested persons should submit their application (curriculum vitae, application letter) to:


Human Resource Manager MSF France Office 
Plot No. 462, Cadastral Zone B04
Jabi District– Abuja 


Or by email to: msff-abuja-assadm@paris.msf.org 


Selected candidates will be called for an interview.


Closing Date: 17th December 2010. 

Job at SOS Village Nigeria

Applications are invited from qualified and committed professionals to fill the position of NATIONAL HUMAN RESOURCES AND ORGANISATIONAL DEVELOPMENT ADVISOR
Position Summary
• As a member of the (West and Central Africa) Regional Human Resources and Organizational Development Network, the National HR & OD Advisor works closely with the national management team in Nigeria to build an effective National HR function in S0S Children's Villages Nigeria, and to support the implementation of HR policies, strategies and good practices.
• S/He also facilities organizational Development (OD) processes aimed at strengthening national associations, including board development and development of national management team.
• Build an effective HR function at the national level, ultimately ensuring that all co-workers are properly recruited, oriented, trained and performance managed, and that fair and consistent employment conditions are established.
• Support the implementation of HR / OD policies, strategies and plans within the, country, ensuring global priorities and strategies directions are properly supported.
• Support Organisation Development (OD) initiative I National Association (NA) capacity building ('strong local rooting') focusing on building management & governance capacity.

COOPERATION/REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
• Reports directly to the National Director and cooperates closely with other National Office advisory staff.
• Receives additional technical support and instruction from the Regional HR / OD Advisor, and contributes• actively to the Regional HR / OD network.
• Provides dose guidance and support to co-workers in charge of HR within the projects, national director and other senior national staff.

Method of Application
If you meet the above stated requirements, 'submit your written/online application with a Cover letter stating your motivation for applying for this position to:

SOS Children's Villages Nigeria
National Office
35,Ogunmefun Street, Pedro, Palmgrove
P.O. Box 660 Shomolu
Lagos, Nigeria

Or by e-mail to: humanresources@sosvillages-nigeria.org

SOS Children's Villages Nigeria IS committed to meritocracy and integrity and will not discriminate in recruitment, training and promotion on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, disability, opinions and religious beliefs.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. No Phone Calls please


Closing Date: 7th December, 2010.

Jobs at ICRC

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is an impartial, neutral and independent organisation striving to protect and assist the victims of war and internal violence. The ICRC Nigeria is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated person who fulfils the below mentioned criteria and who will:

Main Responsibilities
• Assist the direct superior on the field assessment
• Do technical proposals for Wathab interventions
• Assist the direct superior in the reporting of Field Trip, and participates with his/her technical inputs on the Monthly Watnab Reporting
• Contribute to the implementation and running of specific projects I programmes, mainly independently
• Maintain contacts with interlocutors / authorities at local level mainly independently
• Train and coach local NRCS branches technical staff according the programmes Contribute to budget follow-up

Required Qualifications
• Bachelor Degree, some college coursework completed, an Associate Degree or equivalent higher education degree in water supply, sanitation, construction, engineering or any related technical field
• 2-5 years of experience in water supply, sanitation, construction, engineering or similar technical position
• Good command of written and spoken English
• Good knowledge in computer skills
• Skilled in the following competencies: Adapting & Learning; Team Work, Planning, Organization & Assessment; Analysis & Synthesis; Responsibility & Autonomy
• Familiarity with the standard norms and rules in construction, local techniques and requirements for construction
• Driving license
• Experience in assessing, surveying, calculating and preparing estimates and technical drawings of buildings

Method of Application
Interested candidates should submit their application (letter of motivation, CV, copies of certificates
referees)
Attn. Administrator
ICRC Delegation in ABUJA
N. 29 Kumasi Crescent
Off Aminu Kano Crescent
Wuse II, Abuja

Please clearly indicate 'WatHab Engineer" on your envelope.
N/B:
• Personal correspondences are non-returnable.
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
• Only complete files matching with the profile will be considered

Closing Date: 28th October, 2010.

Jobs at MSF FRANCE

Médecins Sans Frontières/Doctors Without Borders (MSF) is an international, independent, humanitarian, medical aid organization that delivers emergency aid to people affected by armed conflict, epidemics, healthcare exclusion and natural or man made disasters regardless of race, religion, politics, or gender and raising awareness of the plight of the people we help.

MSF was founded in 1971 by a small group of doctors and journalists who believed that all people should have access to medical relief. In 1999, Médecins Sans Frontières was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in recognition of its pioneering humanitarian work. Today, Médecins Sans Frontières is an international independent movement with offices in nineteen countries and projects in more than 70 countries.

NEONATAL (Paediatric) NURSES
Location: Jahun
MSF is supporting Jigawa State Ministry of Health with its Emergency Obstetric and VVF program in Jahun Hospital. Jahun is located in Jigawa State, approximately one hours drive or less from Dutse and 2 hours from Kano. MSF has been working in Jahun since 2008

Requirements for the Neonatal Nurse Position
• Eligible candidates will be Nigerian registered nurses with an absolute minimum of six months of active clinical experience since graduation.
• You will be fluent in both written and spoken English, and ideally also in Hausa.
• Previous experience in neonatal/paediatric care will be considered advantageous.
• We are seeking highly motivated, committed, responsible applicants with an outstanding level of professional conduct.
• The successful candidates will be working as a part of a team in an extremely busy maternity ward which at present sees over 350 admissions and more than 250 deliveries per month.
• The successful applicants will be required to exhibit a high level of flexibility both in working environment and with their working hours, and also the ability to work successfully as a member of a large team.

Main Responsibilities
Provide quality care to all newborns admitted in the neonatal ward. Summary of tasks will include;
• Neonatal resuscitation
• Vital signs and appropriate treatment for abnormalities
• Appropriate documentation of the neonates status for the period spent on the ward

All interested applicants should send their application to:

MSF-F Administration
C/O Ungwar Turaki along Kafin Hausa Road, Jahun
Jigawa State.
Further inquiries can be answered at this address. Or by e-mail to: msff-jahun-sat@paris.msf.org


MEDICAL DOCTOR
Location: Kazuare
MSF F works in Kazaure LGA in collaboration with the local authorities and Gunduma Health System. We have implemented a nutrition program for children under 5 years old for both outpatient and inpatient care. We are looking for a motivated and hard working doctor.

Main Responsibilities
Rounding on the inpatients, attending to urgent cases as needed and assisting in the overall running of the unit. Taking part in the outpatient clinic including decentralisation clinics outside of Kazaure Hospital. Must follow MSF nutrition protocols and adhere to MSF standards of care.

Skills Required
• A registered medical practitioner
• Previous paediatric experience is beneficial
• Previous nutrition experience or training is beneficial
• Previous experience working for a NGO is beneficial
• Fluent in English, Hausa is beneficial
• Hard working and motivated
• Works well in team, flexible, eager to learn

All interested applicants should send their application to the MSF Kazaure office (located in Kazaure General Hospital) or by email to: msff-kazaure-fieldco@paris.msf.org
 

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS DOCTOR
Location: Abuja
Main Responsibilities
The person will work closely with the medical team on approaching and assessing all kinds of emergencies in Nigeria and in the implementation of emergency interventions accordingly.

Requirement
• Licensed medical doctor
• Experience in epidemic surveillance and response in advantageous
• Proficient in use of Microsoft Word and Excel
• Familiarity with MSF practice and protocols in an advantage
• Frequent travel
• Ability to speak Hausa language is an added advantage

All interested applicants should send their Cover letter and CV, to:
MSF-F Plot 462
Cadastral Zone B04
Jabi District, Abuja
Or e-mail applications to this email: msff-abuja-assadm@paris.msf.org

Note
• All interested candidates must submit their CV prior to the deadline/closing date.
• Successful candidates will be called for an interview.
• Remember to include a working phone number.

Closing Date: 30th October, 2010.

Jobs at French Village Ventures Nigeria Limited

French Village Ventures Nigeria Limited
This is to invite application from interested and qualified candidates into the post of the GENERAL-MANAGER of the French Village Ventures Nigeria Ltd, a Private Company incorporated under the Companies and Allied Matters Act, CAP C20, Laws of Federation of Nigeria, 2004. The Company is presently involved in the running of a Guest House, a Secondary school as well as cleaning services.

Responsibilities
• The right candidate would be required to establish and execute plans to achieve the strategic objectives of the Company including efficient operations and aggressive growth.
• Provide insight and direction to increase the profit level of the Company by establishing more business lines, while effectively managing the existing ones for higher productivity.

Qualification/Experience
• Minimum of University degree or its equivalent in Social or Management Sciences,
• 5 years cognate experience in business management and marketing.
• Must possess strong managerial skill, leadership quality and ability to motivate and develop team spirit amongst staff, Management and shareholders of the Company,
• Possession of an MBA or postgraduate qualification in relevant field, membership of relevant professional bodies and experience in the management of University Ventures will be considered as added advantage.

Age: 35-50 Years.
Salary is negotiable

Method of Application
All applications and CV addressed to the Company Secretary should be forwarded electronically to the underlisted e-mail addresses:
nflvconsult@yahoo.com and amakaadesinaco@yahoo.com

Please note that ONLY applications received on-line that will be considered.
Only shortlisted candidates would be contacted for interview.


Closing Date: 26th October, 2010.