🇳🇬 Job Vacancies @ Deutsche Gesellschaft fur Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) – 3 Positions

Job Title: Embedded Technical Adviser

Vacancy No: 011
Location: Maiduguri, Borno
Employment Type: Full-time
Organization: GIZ Nigeria, SEPIN - SUSI programme

Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of the Head of Programme, the Embedded Staff functions as Technical Adviser to the Borno State Ministry of Rehabilitation, Reconstruction and Resettlement (MRRR).

Tasks

• Assist the Borno State Ministry of Rehabilitation, Reconstruction and Resettlement (MRRR) in executing strategies aimed at supporting, guiding, and coordinating the activities of international and bilateral donor organizations, as well as International NGOs.
• Collaborate closely with the relevant state Ministries to ensure effective coordination in the development of policies (Citizens Engagement and Participatory Planning Policy (CEPPP) and social protection policies within the framework of SEPIN-SUSI’s interventions.
• Work in close partnership with the programme’s technical teams to ensure that government stakeholders comprehend the strategic objectives of SEPIN-SUSI programming.
• Serve as a liaison between SEPIN-SUSI and all pertinent state Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs), contributing to the establishment of robust and effective working relationships with local and international development partners, civil society organizations (CSOs), and government MDAs operating within SEPIN-SUSI sectors of focus in Borno.
• Organize and facilitate consultative meetings between SEPIN and the pertinent stakeholders, providing agenda and briefings for these meetings and reporting on the outcomes to the Head of Ptohramme.
• Maintain up-to-date stakeholder records that accurately reflect the latest contact information and engagement activities.
• Ensure that stakeholder inquiries and responses are effectively communicated to the technical teams and monitor and analyse feedback from stakeholder interactions.

Other duties/additional tasks:

• Assist other non-national experts, if necessary, as translator, especially during progress review or evaluation activities.
• Performs other duties and tasks at the request of management

Required Qualifications, Competences, and Experience
Qualifications:

• University Degree in the Humanities or Social Sciences (Law, Development Studies, Sociology, Economics, Political Science, Public Administration or similar fields), A master’s Degree or higher will be an added advantage.

Professional experience:

• At least 7 years of relevant experience in the international development sector with specific thematic focus on democracy, citizen engagement & civic participation, state and local government budgeting and planning policy frameworks, and governance reform especially at the state and local government levels.
• Experience in governance and public sector management in general and public sector capacity development in particular, at sub-national/local levels.
• Experience and familiarity with key regional, state, and local government level political, top administrative and traditional leaders & actors in Borno State.
• Knowledge & familiarity with the political and administrative structures and systems in Borno States.
• Good interpersonal and networking skills, highly articulate team player.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, networking and coordination skills.
• Strong project management and people management skills
• Knowledge of North-East Nigeria security context – the actors, challenges, current and previous efforts by state and state actors
• Familiar with International development and humanitarian actors working in Borno State, including CSO’s and CSO networks.
• Knowledge of the humanitarian and development nexus especially as it applies to North-East Nigeria.
• At least 7 years working experience in Hands-on project management and ability to efficiently manage numerous activities simultaneously, a flair for problem-solving and an ability to self-navigate through complex bureaucratic environments.

Other Knowledge, additional competences:

• Knowledge of Hausa and other relevant local languages spoken in the northeast of Nigeria would be an added advantage.
• Very good working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365, especially MS Teams, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Salary
According to GIZ Salary Scale for Band 4.

Application Closing Date
18th February, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Letter of Motivation as one document with complete contact details to: recruitment-nigeria@giz.de using "Vacancy no. 011" as the subject of the mail.

Note

• Please include vacancy no. 011 in mail subject
• GIZ is an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity.
• All qualified candidates, regardless of disability, age, sex, ethnicity, race, and religion are encouraged to apply.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Job Title: Technical Adviser - Training Coordination and Project Management

Vacancy No: 010
Location: Abuja
Employment Type: Full-time
Organization: GIZ Nigeria, Regional Programme for Pandemic Prevention (Phase 3) in the ECOWAS

Responsibilities
The Technical Adviser is responsible for:

• Ensuring that GIZ’s policy and strategic objectives for the One Health Leadership course are fully aligned with the implementation and development of the course
• Ensuring that the contractor and Higher Education Institutions deliver high quality services and are effectively managed
• Establishing systems for M+E, communications and knowledge management (including development of reports) in line with GIZ policies and in support of the Commission Manager

 Tasks
Professional Advisory Services:
The technical adviser is responsible for:

• Policy and strategy development of the One Health Leadership development course in association with partner Higher Education Institutes and the external contractor.
• Acting as main contact point for partner institutions (RCSDC, other ECOWAS institutions) and development partners involved in or supporting the OH leadership course and ensuring that the services provided are aligned with the partners’ needs.
• Coordinating and facilitating exchanges with other development partners to foster collaboration in promoting and sponsoring of the leadership courses across member states
• Engage with other outputs of the project, especially the communities of practice, to identify and link qualified participants to the leadership course.
• Development, implementation and monitoring of the training component, including project/programme plans and activities in close consultation with counterparts and main external contractor.
• Supporting the design, preparation and implementation of workshops, seminars and other events on theprogramme’s area of activity.
• Development and implementation of quality assurance measures.

Networking and Cooperation:
The technical adviser:

• Ensures cooperation, regular contact, and dialogue with partners, relevant organisations, non-governmental agencies, and individuals in the training environment.
• Identifies synergies and promotes as well as coordinates joint activities with other Output areas of the project and other GIZ health projects in the region, as well as other development partners.
• Travels in the region regularly, in accordance with programme’s requirements.

Management and Coordination Tasks:
The technical adviser is responsible for:

• Supporting the Commission Manager in the operational planning of the project as whole and using GIZ tools and guidelines
• Developing and implementing appropriate strategies for monitoring activities and ensuring delivery of activities against the overall project plan and objectives
• Development, operation and maintenance of the project’s Monitoring and Evaluation system to support overall project steering
• Supporting the Commission Manager in stakeholder holder management tasks where necessary.
• Supporting and coordinating the development of communications materials across the project, including relevant reports

Knowledge Management and communications:
The technical adviser is responsible for:

• Knowledge management for the programme in cooperation with the office manager, including: oversight of project filing system
• Maintaining project contact list
• Development of knowledge products based on the programmes achievements
• Developing and maintaining key communications tools (product data sheets, PBS entry etc.) for the programme as required by the programme manager and in line with GIZ policies
• Contributing to reports, including the annual reports and briefing, and other information required by the programme manager and GIZ Head Office

Other duties/additional tasks:
The technical adviser is responsible for:

• Performing other duties and tasks at the request of the programme manager or their designate.

Required Qualifications, Competences, and Experience
Qualifications:

• Life Science qualifications: Masters in Public Health, Masters in Environmental Health, Masters in Health Policy and Planning, Masters in Epidemiology, Medical degree, or other related field. Professional experience
•  At least 5 years professional experience working in development context and/or supporting management, coordination and implementation of international donor financed projects.
• Knowledge and experience working with/for ECOWAS and its member states’ health structures an added advantage.
• At least 7 years experience working in the field of public/global health, pandemic/emergency preparedness and response, One Health (any of Human Health, Animal Health, Environmental Health), or health management an added advantage
• At least 3 years professional experience in project management in development context. Ability to manage dynamic requests from multiple partners and complex multi-faceted projects
• Experience managing partnerships with different institutions (experience managing training courses an added advantage)
• Proficient in performance-driven project management (planning, monitoring, and reporting).
• Experience in communications and knowledge management Other knowledge, additional competences
• Ability to communicate effectively in a constructive manner and to engage tactfully and diplomatically with various stakeholders to ensure meaningful relationships.
• Digital proficiency, including the ability to leverage digital tools, technologies, and solutions in both internal processes and in engagement and support of Programme partners,
• Strong coordination, reporting, and presentation skills.
• Resourceful, resilient with an ability to stay motivated in the face of setbacks or during periods of pressure.
• Good team player, with demonstrable experience of working in a multi-cultural environment. Self-motivated, and willing to take personal responsibility for their work area.
• Solutions oriented with good analytical ability.
• Excellent spoken and written language skills in English required. Proficiency in the French Language is an asset.

Salary
According to GIZ Salary Scale for Band 4.

Application Closing Date
18th February, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Letter of Motivation as one document with complete contact details to: recruitment-nigeria@giz.de using "Vacancy no. 010" as the subject of the mail.

Note

• Please include vacancy no. 010 in mail subject
• GIZ is an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity.
• All qualified candidates, regardless of disability, age, sex, ethnicity, race, and religion are encouraged to apply.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Job Title: Head of Human Resources

Vacancy No: 009
Location: Abuja
Employment Type: Full-time
Organization: GIZ Nigeria, Country Office

Responsibilities
The Head of Human Resources is responsible for:

• Advises the Country Director on HR policies and procedures and assumes conceptual and coordination tasks on behalf of the Country Director
• Lead and manage the HR team to ensure efficient and effective delivery of HR services – change processes of the unit structure will be one part
• Ensure adherence to national laws and GIZ Process and Rules (P+R)
• Review compensation and benefit policies to establish competitive systems and ensures compliance with GIZ principles and market standards
• Continuously update employment manual and ensure standardization with HQ and national laws.
• Provide orientation and guidance to staff and managers on staff talk processes (performance management).
• Oversee evaluation and classification of job positions
• Manage HR audits processes, including planning, execution, reply to inquiries, mitigation of risks and implement recommendations to improve HR processes and controls.
• Maintain records and compile statistical reports concerning personnel related data such as hires, transfers, and performance appraisals …. etc
• Develop and manage different national, regional and international contracts with various  consultants, service providers, legal advisors etc
• Liaises with internal and external stakeholders on various HR topics

Tasks:
Strategic HR Leadership:

• Develop and implement strategic HR plan
• Provide strategic HR advice to the Country Director and senior management
• Lead the HR team to ensure efficient and effective operations
• Actively contributing to management team meetings
• Proactively exchanging with cluster coordinators
• Proactively ensuring business continuity
• Overseeing Knowledge Management (updating forms, formats, templates and regulations and communicate changes

HR Operations and Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with GIZ Process and Rules (P+R) and national legislations
• Ensure proper data management and accurate records documentation, including data quality
• Set standard procedure to ensure completeness of digitalized and hardcopy personnel files
• Ad hoc risk and legal reporting to the country director
• Manage and follow payroll software customization
• Initiate annual tax and social audit
• Steering / overseeing the audit process including clearing of audit findings
• Monitoring P+R updates, impacts and necessary modifications
• Implementing and monitoring of data protection compliance
• Advising on project restructuring
• Handling legal HR related issues
• Regularly collaborate with legal advisors on various HR topics and ensure documentation of legal advisors’ attestation of various formats, guidelines and forms
• Initiating various consulting contracts related to HR aspects as deemed necessary
• Handling insurance and social security topics.

Leading and managing the HR team:

• Recruiting and onboarding
• Developing capacities of staff
• Ensuring team development in a good and professional atmosphere.
• Ensuring regular high quality team meetings and following up agreements
• Implementing jour fixe with HR colleagues

Visa Team Leadership and Management:

• Oversee and direct the Visa team, ensuring efficient and timely processing of all visa applications for international staff. This includes establishing and monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) for visa processing timelines.
• Maintain meticulous records of all work permit expiration dates, proactively notifying relevant staff and management of upcoming renewals to prevent lapses in legal status.
• Develop, maintain, and regularly update comprehensive documentation, including manuals, internal knowledge base (e.g., Ida page), and policy documents, reflecting current standard operating procedures for visa processing.
• Continuously monitor and analyze immigration regulations and policy changes, proactively advising the Country Director on potential impacts and recommended actions.
• This includes conducting regular research and horizon scanning of relevant legal and regulatory updates.
• Collaborate effectively with external visa consultants to ensure seamless processing of visa applications.
• Manage escalated or complex cases with discretion and professionalism, acting as the primary point of contact for sensitive visa matters
• Develop and implement staff capacity building, including training, mentorship, and professional development opportunities, to enhance the expertise and performance of the Visa team.

Recruitment and selection:

• Oversee the entire recruitment process, the end-to-end process. ▪ Lead and manage critical positions recruitment.
• Implement effective talent management strategies, including staff talk (performance ▪ management), PPDP, and career development.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Manage compensation and benefits, ensuring competitiveness and compliance.
• Conduct annual market salary survey.
• Cooperate with other international organizations in Nigeria to assess labour market best practices on various benefit and remuneration topics.
• Oversee payroll processing, benefits administration and termination related payments and ensure compliance (salaries, taxes, social security, cost sharing, etc)

Employee Relations and Engagement:

• Coordinating with the NRPR (National and Regional Staff Representative)
• Foster a positive and inclusive work environment
• Address employee concerns and resolve conflicts promptly
• Implement employee engagement initiatives on HR related topics

HR metrics (measure and report), data and contract management:

• Track key HR metrics, such as employee turnover, contract end dates …. etc. to ensure evidence-based decision making

Annual Staff talk processes (Performance management):

• Steer annual staff talk process
• Provide training to managers and staff on the annual staff talk process and yearly management theme.
• Analyze staff talk results for performance related remuneration decisions

Stakeholder Management:

• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including line managers, employees, partner organizations/ministry offices and external vendors.
• Collaborate with GIZ HQ, HR Hubs and other country offices to share best practices and ensure consistency.

Training and development:

• Oversee training and development processes

Other duties/additional tasks:
The Head of Human Resources:

• Performs other duties and tasks at the request of management.

Required qualifications, Competences and Experience
Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Human Resources and similar fields.
• Member of a Human resource professional body (CIPM, CIPD, etc) is an asset.

Professional experience:

• A minimum of 10 years relevant highly professional experience with proved team leading ability.
• Experience in other international organisations.

Other knowledge, additional competences:

• Good working knowledge of ITC technologies (related software (SAP, SAGE), and computer applications (e.g., MS Office,)
• Excellent knowledge of application of statutory and Labour Laws
• Experience in advising on HR issues
• Outstanding and proven intercultural experience and understanding
• High level of integrity and confidentiality in handling matters.
• Willingness to upskill as required by the tasks to be performed – corresponding measures are agreed with management
• Ability to move tasks forward using sound judgment for the best solutions.
• A good team player who is willing to take on responsibility.

Application Closing Date
18th February, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Letter of Motivation as one document with complete contact details to: recruitment-nigeria@giz.de using "Vacancy no. 009" as the subject of the mail.

Note

• Please include vacancy no. 009 in mail subject
• GIZ is an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity.
• All qualified candidates, regardless of disability, age, sex, ethnicity, race, and religion are encouraged to apply.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.