Job Vacancies at Christian Aid (CA) – 3 Positions (Nigeria)

Location: Maiduguri, Borno
Type of contract: Fixed Term
Contract Length: 11 months
Contracted hours: 35
Department: International
Reports to: Senior Operations Coordinator
Salary Band: G
Competency level: 2
Travel: Expected travel per annum Up to 30 days
On call / Unsocial Hours : On call / unsocial hours No
Surge capacity for emergency responses No

Role Definition

• To be responsible for Christian Aid’s Procurement in the Northeast and across other locations where Christian Aid is implementing projects.
• The role is key in supporting and implementing the procurement guidelines and ensuring that procurement processes are well documented and in line with donor requirements
• The role plays a key role in vendor and contractor engagements and ensures that all contractual processes are adhered to.

Role Context

• The role will be based in Maiduguri, be part of the Operations Team and the wider Nigeria Country team
• The post holder will support the Head of Operations to deliver on the procurement mandate of the team working closely with the Procurement Committee to ensure that funds spent on commercial goods and services across the various country programme activities achieve value for money and risks are well managed.
• The role is key in supporting and implementing the procurement guidelines and ensuring that procurement processes are well documented and in line with donor requirements. The role plays a key role in vendor and contractor engagements and ensures that all contractual processes are adhered to.

Role Purpose

• The Procurement Officer reporting to the Senior Operations Coordinator will work closely with the Procurement Committee to ensure effective procurement processes in the Humanitarian Response.
• The role holder will support Christian Aid’s response to the humanitarian crisis in Nigeria with special focus on procurements.
• She/he will support Christian Aid’s procurements across funded programmes which are implemented by Christian Aid and her partners in Borno, other states in the northeast and other Christian Aid project locations.
• The role holder will assist in the implementation and documentation of all procurement processes.
• She/he will work closely with programme leads to ensure that procurements on each project are done in a timely manner.
• She/ he will ensure transparent vendor engagements in line with Christian Aid’s procurement guidelines and ensure that value for money is achieved with every transaction.
• The role holder will ensure transparent and open communication in respect of procurement and be accountable for the delivery of the procurement processes.
• The role holder will supervise the Procurement Assistant.

Key Outcomes

• Ensure that all procurement processes are properly documented, and that engagement of contractors and vendors are in line with Christian Aid’s procurement guidelines.
• Track status of procurement requests and provide updates through procurement request status reports.
• Maintain a Vendor List with updated information on different categories of goods and services and performance ranking based on recent post-delivery evaluations.
• Support tendering processes, opening of bids and selection of qualified contractors/ vendors. Ensure the contractual processes are in line with Christian Aid’s contractual guidelines.
• Work closely with the Senior Operations Coordinator and Project Leads to have up to date procurement reports across all projects.
• The Procurement Officer reporting to the Senior Operations Coordinator will work closely with the Procurement Committee to ensure effective procurement processes in the Humanitarian Response.
• The role holder will support Christian Aid’s response to the humanitarian crisis in Nigeria with special focus on procurements.
• She/he will support Christian Aid’s procurements across funded programmes which are implemented by Christian Aid and her partners in Borno, other states in the northeast and other Christian Aid project locations.
• The role holder will assist in the implementation and documentation of all procurement processes.
• She/he will work closely with programme leads to ensure that procurements on each project are done in a timely manner.
• She/ he will ensure transparent vendor engagements in line with Christian Aid’s procurement guidelines and ensure that value for money is achieved with every transaction.
• The role holder will ensure transparent and open communication in respect of procurement and be accountable for the delivery of the procurement processes.
• The role holder will supervise the Procurement Assistant. Key outcomes
• Ensure that all procurement processes are properly documented, and that engagement of contractors and vendors are in line with Christian Aid’s procurement guidelines.
• Track status of procurement requests and provide updates through procurement request status reports.
• Maintain a Vendor List with updated information on different categories of goods and services and performance ranking based on recent post-delivery evaluations.
• Support tendering processes, opening of bids and selection of qualified contractors/ vendors. Ensure the contractual processes are in line with Christian Aid’s contractual guidelines.
• Work closely with the Senior Operations Coordinator and Project Leads to have up to date procurement reports across all projects.

Role Agility

• In order to respond to ever changing demands within the environment, Christian Aid operates within an agile framework (both in workforce and operational) that requires from all employees, a high level of responsiveness and adaptiveness to processes and structures making flexibility and a project based working approach the norm.
• To sustain this system, managers may/will agree further details of specific tasks and duties as part of the performance agreement
• Any reasonable duty may be assigned that is consistent with the nature of the job and its level of responsibility, and employees may be required to change the focus of their role from time to time.

Person Specification
Applied Skills / Knowledge and Expertise:

Essential:

• BA / B.Sc. Degree in Supply and Purchasing Management or related field such as (Logistics or Administration), from a recognized institution.
• Good commercial awareness
• At least 3 years relevant procurement experience in a similar organisation including the use of comprehensive evaluation techniques is essential.
• Is Proven ability to prepare reports and maintain complete files and records.
• High level of computer literacy (Word and Excel essential)
• Ability to prioritize within a multi- tasking environment
• Prior experience in a similar role in an INGO is required.
• Member of a professional procurement body is an added advantage
• Demonstrable ability to handle high volume and complex procurement processes
• Ability to work as a team and have good inter-personal skills
• Ability to multi - task, result oriented and dependable.

Desirable:

• Familiar with different procurement and logistics context across the country especially in the northeast Nigeria.
• Ability to communicate fluently in Hausa and English language.
• Strong analytical skills, and ability to identify solutions, and implement resolutions
• Membership of a professional purchasing organization is an advantage
• Knowledge of framework agreement and contract drafting.

Other Requirements:
Relationships:
External:

• Build strong relationships with partners, vendors, contractors, donors and stakeholders as may be required.

Internal:

• Build strong relationship with staff in the humanitarian response, the country office especially the Operations and Finance team and across all project states.

Decision-Making:

• Budgetary / savings responsibility Make decisions in order to support team effectively, from definition of product specification to product delivery in addition to day-to-day management of vendors.
• Also providing technical input on all procurement and logistics issues. Day to day decision to ensure partner portfolio projects are running effectively and higher levels decisions on supporting the projects informed by Christian Aid's strategy and strategic focus areas. Make suggestions around project proposals, so they are prepared and comply with reporting requirements.
• Contribute to shaping and implementing logistics and procurement strategy, making sound decisions to support this.

Analytical Skills:

• The post holder will have the ability to apply logical thinking and common sense to gathering and analysing information.
• Tasks involve analysis and choosing between options, where the solution is not always obvious and where considerable initiative and judgement is required.
• They will be working in a conscientious, consistent, and thorough manner. Integrate and interpret broad and complex information.
• Analyse spend data, track and report savings and cost avoidance Work on complex specialist / technical issues.
• Required to develop new ways of doing things to better meet program goals requiring substantial creative or analytical ability.

Developing Self and Others:

• The post holder will be expected to manage and prioritise their own work and be proactive. Working alongside the Senior Operations and Procurement Coordinator, they will give advice to programme staff in country regarding procurement and supplier management.
• Develop capacity to manage high value and complex procurements develop working knowledge of contract terms and conditions. Help teams to effectively manage suppliers.

Application Closing Date
9th February, 2022.

Interview Date
21st February, 2022.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Click here for more information (PDF)

Location: Mafa, Borno
Type of contract: Fixed Term
Contract Length: 11month
Contracted hours: 35
Department: International
Reports to: Admin & Logistics officer
Salary Band: H
Competency level: 2

Role Purpose

• To provide logistics support within Christian Aid’s office in-country. To drive staff, visitors, and goods to required destinations timely and safely including co-operation with officials and check points.
• To maintain all Christian Aid vehicles, including safety equipment.
• To ensure regular maintenance of Christian Aid Vehicle and facility, ensure any complex vehicle repairs are carried out by the appropriate service provider.

Key Outcomes

• All staff and visitors transported to and from their destinations in a safe and lawful manner, within as reasonable comfort as practicable and on time. This includes the use of seat belts for all passengers.
• Adherence and familiarity with local, State and Federal regulatory policies relating to safe driving on all Nigerian roads.
• Vehicles well maintained and free from filth. Servicing and repairs carried out by appropriate service providers as at when due.
• Valid copy of driver’s licence appropriate for vehicle, daily vehicle check list, log book, insurance and other vehicle documentations up to date.
• Positive communication and successful negotiation (in line with Christian Aid’s policies and procedures) with officials and security or police forces, particularly at check points and border crossings.
• Radio (i.e. CODAN) and other communication devices properly used and maintained were applicable.
• Ensures that daily and weekly vehicle and stand-by generator as well as other facilities inspections are performed, and that regular servicing is carried out.
• Prepares quarter and annual reports on the vehicle performance i.e. mileage covered and the unit and total cost incurred for own vehicle.
• Administrative support for the country program i.e. dispatch and collection of mails; purchase of items; collection of quotations; support in bank transactions, supervision of facility and ensure proper maintenance when needed etc.

Role Agility

• Expected travel per annum: Up to 75 days
• On call/unsocial hours: No
• Surge capacity for emergency responses: No
• In order to respond to ever changing demands within the environment, Christian Aid operates within an agile framework (both in workforce and operational) that requires from all employees, a high level of responsiveness and adaptiveness to processes and structures making flexibility and a project based working approach the norm.
• To sustain this system, managers may/will agree further details of specific tasks and duties as part of the performance agreement. Any reasonable duty may be assigned that is consistent with the nature of the job and its level of responsibility, and employees may be required to change the focus of their role from time to time.

Role Context

• The role works within the operations family and is key to ensuring staff, visitors and goods are taken to their required destination within Christian Aids offices in-country with significant travel within country.

Person Specification
Applied Skills / Knowledge and Expertise:

Essential:

• Educated to a minimum of Diploma Level with Basic Knowledge of Manual Work.
• Must have a minimum of 5 years’ experience of driving a vehicle with passengers, knowledge of the area and experience of liaising with officials to cross check points.
• Good knowledge of road network in Borno and outside Borno to Project locations/CA Focal states in Nigeria.
• Good communication skills.
• Trustworthy with a high sense of honesty and integrity.
• Must have an up to date driving licence and any other documentation required to drive a vehicle and passengers some experience, indicated by one to two years learning period.
• Experience with vehicle scheduling

Desirable:

• Administrative and Logistics support experience.
• Basic vehicle maintenance skills.
• Basic reporting skills.

Digital / IT Competencies Required:

• Word, Excel, PowerPoint: Basic
• Web content design & development: N/A
• Internet based collaboration tools and video calling: Basic
• Social Media: Basic
• Data Visualisation: Basic

Role Requirements - Relationships:

• External This role holder will have contact with visitors and partners in-country as well as contact with officials at check points
• Internal The role is managed by the Admin and Logistics Officer.

Analytical Skills:

• Ability to use good judgment to determine safety of travel and staff.

Role related checks:

• Child protection clearance - Not required.
• Counter terrorism screening - Required

Application Closing Date
8th February 2022.

Interview Date
17th February 2022.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Click here for more information (PDF)

Location: Abuja
Type of Contract: Fixed Term
Contracted Hours: 35
Contract Length: 23 months

Role Purpose

• This role is responsible for developing a data strategy to enable Christian Aid to deliver the most powerful Fundraising and Supporter Engagement. It will ensure we leverage the value of data by developing clear data goals which will be prioritised. These will include improving data literacy and the use of data within Christian Aid to realise the potential offered through the investment in new technologies.
• It will work through new and existing structures and processes to ensure data is used to deliver effective decision-making and impact. This is an internal customer-orientated role that includes influencing senior leadership while developing and advising colleagues on complex, inter-dependent issues and on developing solutions and strategies which lead to sound business insights. A pro-active self-starter, positive, driven and a natural collaborator, you will possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the intellectual confidence to succeed.
• You’ll be a passionate visionary for the impact data has on business intelligence and organisational impact, and you will develop links to other key roles within the organisation, such as the Data Strategy and Transformation Lead role in the Global Strategy and Change department, to maximise the impact of data.
• The role is rich and diverse and provides a unique opportunity for a highly motivated and inspirational experienced professional with a vision to innovate, change and improve the impact of data. You will have strong leadership and communication skills to join this dynamic and forward-thinking organisation as it enters the next phase of its development.

Key Outcomes:

• Ensure the delivery of world-class data functionality to help make great decisions across our fundraising and supporter engagement portfolio and beyond.
• Lead the development of an exploitation capability within the organisation, driving the function forward and introducing new partnerships, data technologies and methods, leveraging best practice, innovation and the continual evolution of data exploitation and information asset management.
• Identify areas where transformational value can be added from application of new data approaches, including exploring the use of machine learning and Artificial Intelligence to support analytics and decision making.
• Drive operational advantage and deliver business efficiencies by leading the adoption and value realisation of the data strategy
• Drive awareness of new central data capabilities that may add value and support customers and programmes
• Monitor the value from delivered data capabilities and products and ensure the portfolio of demand realises their expected value
• Lead and drive change – actively champion standardisation, coherence, use of information and spearhead for a data-led culture, through education, training and customer engagement, across a set of senior stakeholders and their programmes.
• Accountability for the definition of data requirements, specification method approach and standards, including playing a leading role in ensuring data compliance and the ethical use of data.
• Mature, implement and champion the organisation’s approach to data exploitation.
• Interface and influence programmes to understand data requirements; assure their alignment to building and solidifying core data capability to drive clear business outcomes and to ensure that data expertise is embedded as required to functional data standards.
• Build and manage the portfolio of data capability projects needed to support customers and programmes, asserting the authority and influence of the function.

Role Context

• You will be a data visionary with a passion for the transformational impact of data on business outcomes.
• You’ll be an advocate for this in Fundraising and Supporter Engagement and more widely across Christian Aid and will help us use our organisational data to eradicate the injustice of poverty.
• You’ll work with data experts from across the organisation, creating a strategic plan of how we can maximise the impact of data to improve our effectiveness, upskilling and mentoring to make sure we’re ahead of the game.

Working Relationships

• External: Strong external networks which enable horizon scanningand great relationships with supplier partners, while able to negotiate and influence effectively.
• Internal: Influencing and delivery through others. Able to inspire colleagues with a vision and then provide the rigour to deliver. Comfortable and effective at all levels, from trustees and directors to data analysts.
• Decision Making: Strong commercial acumen as well as data expertise to enable effective decision-making, often with incomplete data.
• Budgetary Responsibility: Able to assimilate budgets to ensure programmes remain on track for cost delivery and also to ensure best cross-organisational value for money on our digital and data projects.

Applied Skills / Knowledge and Expertise
Essential:

• Proven track record of transforming organisations to data driven decision making
• Proven track record of building data driven business intelligence
• Experience as an individual contributor
• You have built and retained excellent teams
• Experience of working iteratively from idea to production solution
• Critical thinking on when to build vs buy
• Strong project analysis skills and able to consider ‘the art of the possible’ - understanding of what is technically possible for a specific project.
• Excellent communication skills; written, oral and visual. Confident risk manager - able to identify and proactively manage project risks and issues.
• Sensitive to and able to provide support and guidance for stakeholders in project ideas (some of whom have limited experience of digital projects), empowering others to develop their ideas in line with focus on objectives and user needs to support KPI’s.
• Financially literate, commercially minded and comfortable with managing project budgets
• Strong ability to understand strategy and business priorities and to ensure that the appropriate change initiatives are in place to deliver accordingly.
• Strong relationship management and negotiation skills with suppliers.

Desirable:

• Experience of managing large, complex digital projects from inception to delivery such as CRM and / or programme management
• Experience of contract & SLA management and commissioning, data analysis and reporting, outsourcing of operational activities
• Experience using digital channels to improve impact measurement, organisational performance, supporter and volunteer engagement.
• Interest and some knowledge of international affairs.
• Knowledge of charity / not for profit sector.

Analytical Skills:

• The role is complex, requiring you to interpret incomplete data and make recommendations in an uncertain and rapidly evolving operating environment.
• You will need to assimilate large amounts of detailed and technical information to make commercial decisions about how to make best use of finite data resources.
• You require a high level of influencing skills with client teams and colleagues across divisions, along with the ability to create and present clear, impactful communications to Directors as required.

Remuneration
You can expect a wide range of rewards and benefits, including a generous holiday allowance and flexibility that will ensure you enjoy a good work/life balance.

Application Closing Date
8th February, 2022.

Interview Date
11th February, 2022.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Click here for more information

Further Information 

• This role requires applicants to have the right to work in the country where this position is based.
• We value diversity and aspire to reflect this in its workforce. We welcome applications from people from all sections of the community, irrespective of race, colour, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief.
• Christian Aid is committed to providing a safe and trusted environment for every person connected to the work we do; and to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour including sexual harassment and exploitation, abuse, and financial misconduct. Any candidate offered a job with Christian Aid is expected to share and demonstrate our values and adhere to Christian Aid’s Safeguarding policy and sign Christian Aid’s Code of Conduct.

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