🇳🇬 Job Vacancies @ International Rescue Committee (IRC) – 23 Positions

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure. The IRC leads the way from harm to home.

We are recruiting to fill the following positions below:

1.) Budget and Reporting Manager
2.) Senior Administrative Officer
3.) Senior Area Manager
4.) CCTV Installation Technician
5.) Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Design Officer
6.) Referral Officer-Internal
7.) Protection Manager - Internal
8.) Logistics Assistant
9.) Asset Officer
10.) Driver (Katsina)
11.) Construction Officer
12.) Warehouse Officer
13.) Driver (Zamfara)
14.) Procurement Officer
15.) WPE Community Mobilization Assistant
16.) WPE Community Engagement Officer (Internal Only)
17.) Projects Coordinator
18.) Clinical Health Officer - Internal
19.) Health Promotion and Community Engagement Assistant
20.) Midwife Supervisor
21.) Access Safety and Security Officer
22.) Costing Consortia Manager
23.) Administrative Officer

Job Title: Budget and Reporting Manager

Requisition ID: req55733
Location: Abuja
Position Reports to: Budget and Reporting Coordinator

Job Overview/Summary

• This position will be based in Abuja and will be the focal person for the IRC Nigeria’s Budget and Grants financial reporting function.
• This requires a motivated, flexible, problem-solving team player with excellent analytical communication skills and the ability to prioritize activities and work to tight deadlines.
• As part of the finance team of the country office under the supervision of the Budget & Reporting Coordinator the Budget & Reporting Manager will be responsible of managing the day-to-day budget and grants budgeting and reporting tasks.
• The Budget & Reporting Manager ensures the budget and grants management issues are immediately attended to and ensures that donor budgets are prepared in accordance with the IRC and specific donor’s requirements and are submitted on time.
• In addition, this position will ensure that the grants are implemented in compliance with the donor regulations and the IRC requirements, ensure timely submission of the donor financial reports, additionally will develop budget tools and conduct trainings to ensure efficiency in the Budgeting and reporting function.

Major Responsibilities
Nigeria Country Office Fiscal Year Operating Budget:

• The Budget and Reporting Manager will support the preparation of the Nigeria Fiscal Year Country Operating Budget following the IRC standard format for the final review of Deputy Director Finance before further submission.
• Support in ensuring that the country-operating budget is regularly updated and is available for use as a management tool during the development of new proposal budgets and during times of rapid expansion and/or program reduction.

New proposal budget Development:

• Prepare and consolidate budgets for the new proposals and revises existing budgets, ensure all costs are covered (not under/over budgeted), in addition, ensures the correct use of the IRC and specific donor budget standard templates and linking it to the donor template.
• Prepare the new budget Category code (D2 codes) and look up codes for new grants, perform upload in Integra.

Grant Management & Reporting:

• Prepares and updates spending plans for all active grants in conjunction with designated budget holders and SPC calculation projection.
• Review budget spending against spending plans / actual spending and advise relevant staff on spending status. Request feedback on all over/under spending from budget holders.
• Participates in monthly BVA panel and share spending analysis with grants spending feedback and follow-up on action points identified during the grant’s meetings.
• Attend and provide input and support to Grants Opening, Project Implementation meetings - PIM and Grant Closing Meetings.
• Provide support and feedback to Operations and Program Managers on all questions regarding the BvA reports
• In compliance with the donor regulations and the IRC requirements, propose adjustment entries required for the BvA reports and grant financial reports
• Prepare grants external donor financial reports for review and sign off in country by the Deputy Director Finance and grants for further submission. Ensure reports follow the donor reporting template, to be submitted on time as per internal and external contractual requirements.
• In consultation with the Grants Unit, provide review on actual charges transactions and advice on key donor compliance requirements.
• Provide analysis and guidance on staff coverage, salary mapping in addition to the Shared Program Cost –SPC coverage and allocations for Deputy Director Finance final review and further approval
• Provide analysis review of grants spending plans vs actual spending.
• Perform the Finance verification of Purchase Requests to ensure: Items are allowable, allocable, and reasonable; Budget remaining balances are adequate; Accuracy of information included of: Items charging codes are correct and Mathematical calculation of total amounts.

Staff Training (Finance & Non-Finance):

• Assist the Deputy Director Finance in conducting regular staff training and induction sessions for Program, Operations, Finance, Nigeria Field Offices staff on Budgeting and reporting topics, such as: Budget management, review grant actuals and reports… etc
• Build the capacity of the budgeting and reporting finance team
• Work closely with the team to build their capacity in budgeting and reporting aspects where needed.
• Able to transfer the knowledge of the donor reports, realignments, proposals.
• Reconciliation with the financial report tool and accounting system.
• Operating Budget development and quarterly updates.

Qualifications

• Minimum of bachelor’s degree or HND in accounting and finance.

Work Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of progressive work experience in a non-profit setting in budgeting and financial reporting
• Working experience on major donors funding ECHO, BHA, USAID, OFDA, FCDO, UK Aid, EU Trust Fund, SIDA, CAD, etc

Demonstrated Technical Skills:

• Strong analytical skills to be able to make logical and strategic budget decisions
• Skills and abilities in working remotely supporting staff.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to present to groups of all sizes.
• Self-starter with ability to work independently and part of a team.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively under pressure whilst prioritizing multiple task
• Willing to travel within Nigeria.
• Hard-working and detailed oriented. Able to multitasks and demands coming from multiple sources

Demonstrated Managerial/Leadership Competencies:
Languages:

• Fluency in English

Computer/Other Tech Requirements:

• Proficiency in MS Office software suite – including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Experience working with databases and/or other tracking systems.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

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

Job Title: Senior Administrative Officer

Location: Zamfara / Katsina

Job Overview

• The Senior Administration Officer based in Katsina, will be responsible for assisting and deputizing the Administration Manager in overseeing administrative and support services for the Northwest region, with particular emphasis on office management, lease and facility management, travel logistics, compliance, and staff development.
• The Senior Officer shall ensure the effective implementation of administrative systems and procedures, in alignment with organizational goals.
• This role ensures efficient management of office operations, facilities, and resources, and supports the field teams in achieving programmatic goals.
• The role also focuses on creating a user-friendly and conducive office environment for all staff.

Responsibilities
Office Management and Administrative Support:

• Under the guidance of the Admin Manager, supervise all administrative functions in Katsina office.
• Ensure compliance with IRC policies and procedures.
• Implement administrative systems to enhance efficiency.
• Provide administrative support to field teams, including office needs assessments, budget, purchase requests and general office management.
• Coordinate with the Admin Manager and the wider Admin team to address any administrative challenges and provide solutions.

Lease and Facility Management:

• Liaise with the Admin Manager to supervise all lease agreements in Katsina. This includes facilitating activities related to negotiating, executing, and maintaining lease agreements to ensure that the organization's property needs are met efficiently and cost-effectively.
• Liaise with other departments to ensure leased properties are maintained in accordance with lease terms and organizational standards.
• Maintain accurate records of all lease agreements, including critical dates, payment schedules, and terms.

Travel Management:

• Manage travel logistics for staff, including hotel bookings, and other related payments in Katsina and other Northwest locations if the need warrants.
• Reconcile travel expenses between IRC and service providers and ensure timely payment processing.

Reporting, Compliance and Documentation:

• Prepare and submit regular reports to the Admin Manager.
• Maintain accurate records of all administrative activities and transactions and ensure proper documentation of official communications, reports, and other relevant documents in Katsina.
• Ensure all administrative activities are compliant with local laws and IRC policies.

Staff Training and Development:

• Train and mentor administrative staff to build capacity and improve performance.
• Conduct regular training sessions on IRC administrative policies and procedures.

Financial Administration:

• Maintaining petty cash and expense tracking for Katsina office.
• Assist in the preparation of budgets and purchase requests.
• Assist in processing payments and liquidations.

Key Working Relationships:

• Position Reports to:  Admin Manager
• Position directly supervises: Casual staff, interns, cleaners and Cook
• Other Internal and/or external contacts:
• Internal: IRC staff
• External: Partner organizations, Hotels, government ministries etc.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business or public administration, Management, social sciences or a related field.
• Master’s degree in a similar field an advantage
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in administrative management, preferably in a humanitarian or development setting. Holding similar role or equivalent preferable.
• Strong understanding of administrative systems and procedures.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of local languages and context in Katsina and Zamfara is an advantage.

Working Conditions:

• The position is based in Gusau, Zamfara State, Northwest of Nigeria and may provide remote support in the NW region.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

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

Job Title: Senior Area Manager

Requisition ID: req55686
Location: Katsina

Major Responsibilities
Operational functions:

• Ensure the IRC national staff personnel policy, IRC mandatory reporting policies, state and Local Government regulations are respected and practiced appropriately.
• Working with the respective HR lead for the location, ensure that all local staff policies, contracts, and disciplinary documents conform to local laws.
• Along with the Operations Technical leads, create an enabling environment for Management in Partnership for operations functions (Supply Chain, HR, Finance, Administration, Information Technology, HASST).
• In collaboration with Operations technical leads, conduct PME exercises and assist the office in developing a framework for staff career development and training and coaching.
• Provide counseling and support in resolution of employee relations problems. Report and escalate any misconduct that contravenes IRCWAY policy.
• In collaboration with technical leads, maintain system and IRC best practices for staff evaluation, and standard procedures for identifying capacity and performance gaps in the field locations.
• Working with respective SC lead per location with support from operations technical leads, ensure all IRC assets and warehouse management; control and monitoring tools are in place and properly implemented, identify and flag areas which require escalation to FC with possible mitigating measures.
• Working with Operations technical leads and respective Operations leads to ensure that field operations are adequately staffed, equipped, and supported to effectively deliver field programing.
• Work closely with the finance lead for the location to ensure timely payments.
• Work with and escalate to the FC any operational needs, gaps, and challenges for immediate resolution.
• Together with the finance responsible person, monitor budget expenditure against workplan and expected outcomes.
• Together with HASS officer/HASST lead for the respective location, monitor security, and update the HASS coordinator on any arising issues around safety and security.

Programmatic Functions:

• Provide coordination support and oversight on program implementation and assist staff to develop sector specific Monitoring and Evaluation plans.
• Be proactive in facilitating regular surveys on the provided services; collected data are analyzed, documented, and accessed by relevant staff.
• Oversee all programs implementation and ensure the service provision or program implementation is going well in close consultation with the program managers and integrated manager/s and other relevant program technical lead.
• Mobilize and ensure the beneficiary communities are involved in the design, implementation, monitoring, review, and evaluation of all IRC programs.
• Work closely with all programs staff and ensure planned trainings, workshops and awareness raising events are organized in a timely, systematic, and coordinated manner.
•  Ensure the inclusion of vulnerable children, women and elderly including disabled and people living with HIV/AIDS to have access to all IRC program interventions and other service deliveries.
• Contribute to IRC’s institutional learning, new ways of working and planning. Advice management to assess, design, and implement different ways and means of improving the overall IRC implementation areas.
• Communicate and escalate program progress, constraints, needs identified and any other matters pertaining to management the need may be.
• Actively participate in project design, monitoring, and evaluation for possible intervention.
• Actively participate in business development process and contribute actively to consideration of programming and intervention needs for the field office.

Coordination, Collaboration and Representation Functions:

• Draft monthly management field reports and submit them to the FC for review and action as necessary.
• Contribute towards the solid integration of operations services, program implantation in context of the field location.
• Strengthen inter-departmental collaboration through facilitation of sector specific meetings and regular staff meetings in the respective field office.
• Actively pursue good coordination and working relationships with all key stakeholders, Local Government Administration, Host community, Humanitarian Coordination, NIF and other INGOs.
• Represent IRC in the field office in the forums when the CD or designate is unable to attend.
• Attend relevant meetings with partners and stakeholders and solicit possible collaboration and advice and update the FC in an organized manner.
• Organize and cofacilitate monthly management meetings and responsible for documentation of the meeting minutes.
• Represent IRC in all nontechnical meetings and share relevant information that may impact program implementation to both the TC and Program Manager in a timely manner.
• Establish relationships with the community leaders as well as other organization.
• Facilitate access to the project sites.
• On weekly basis meet with the individual project teams to for updates on implementation, progress, challenges, and support needed.
• He/she coordinates and collaborates with project team and technical coordinators to ensure that the projects are to be implemented as per agreed conditions, budget, and timeframe; oversees risk control and is responsible for ensuring the internal reports reach the relevant teams.
• Work closely with programs and operation heads to ensure sustainability of projects and proper handover mechanisms are in place and implemented accordingly.

Projects and Grants Management Functions:

• Budget Holder rights for projects being implemented in respective locations. Working closely with respective finance leads per location and Country office budgeting team, ensure effective budget management and tracking including but not limited to mini BvA tracking, activity plan tracking, procurement plans tracking, IF tracking (reviews and approvals) etc.
• Working with the Senior projects Coordinator, ensure all location specific projects per location have appropriate project management tools and are adequately implemented.
• Working with the senior Projects Coordinator and in coordination with the respective program managers Co-facilitate project cycle meetings – POM, PIM, PLM, PCM opening, quarterly, mid-term and ensure action points of the meetings are properly implemented and flag issues which needs the field coordinator’s attention.
• Work with program TCs and PMs to support with project design meetings, project reports, project planning meetings and proposal developments as the case may be and need arises.
• Responsible for analyzing the situation pertaining to field office and sector of work (in terms of the geopolitical, humanitarian, socio-economic, cultural, legal and protection landscape) by identifying the various entities in operation and programs in their geographical locations.
• Responsible to put forward and contribute an operational strategy consistent with people’s needs and IRC Country Action Strategy in collaboration with relevant leadership team members.
• Ensuring projects are implemented as per workplan and targets and within allocated budget.
• Work in close collaboration with both the technical coordinator as well as the project team in geographical location of assignment.
• Conduct meetings with the project manager for update on the project implementation progress and processes.
• Together with the PM and respective location Finance lead, Procurement, track all required items for successful project /program implementation.
• Together with the PM and respective location Finance lead follow up and understand the overall key project information and performance, to include budget, procurement, progress as well as the challenges.

Security, Health, and Safety Functions:

• Conduct regular discussions with key stakeholders to identify and determine approaches to address staff’s stress levels and sense of security.
• Works closely with the Emergency Coordinator and Emergency Response Unit to monitor key indicators and local changes/ developments, and to ensure that IRC responds in a timely and appropriate way.
• In collaboration with the HASST lead, ensure the key HASST protocols as per IRC safety and security standard procedures such as field security management plan (FSMP) and safety risk assessment (SRA), security briefings, monthly HASST meetings etc. for the respective field location are in place, all staff trained and procedures for adherence installed for all staff to follow and comply with.
• In collaboration with the safety and security lead for the respective location, stay up to date and abreast of the most current and contextually relevant safety and security information that is paramount to the health, safety and security of staff, IRC’s field interventions.
• Advocate for adequate safety and security and human capital to effectively deliver IRC interventions in the respective field offices.

Key working relationships:

• The role reports: Field Coordinator
• Supervises: Respective location operations, finance and programs leads in MiP with CP’s Technical leads. Key contacts: Senior Projects Coordinator, Projects Coordinator, DDO, HCT etc.

Qualifications
Education:

• Undergraduate Degree or master’s degree in management and public administration, Economics, Sociology, and social Administration, Regional and Local Development Studies, International Leadership.

Work Experience:

• 3+ Year in a similar role or equivalent.

Preferred skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as an overall ability to be clear and concise in all communications.
• Excellent project management skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills; proven ability to prioritize and deliver on time.
• Strong analytic problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work both independently and in a dynamic, cross-functional global team structure.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office suite
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to manage and work through change in a proactive and positive manner.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

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

Job Title: CCTV Installation Technician

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Employment Type: Contract

Job Summary

• We are recruiting to fill the position of a CCTV Installation Technician. He/she will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) systems.
• The role includes designing and configuring the systems according to client specifications, troubleshooting, and ensuring that all security systems are fully operational and meet the required standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Install CCTV cameras, access control systems, and related equipment in commercial and residential properties.
• Configure and program the CCTV system, including IP and analog cameras, DVRs/NVRs, and other video security devices.
• Mount, align, and connect cameras, ensuring the optimal angle and position for maximum security coverage.
• Conduct regular maintenance checks on installed systems, ensuring proper functionality and addressing any technical issues.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot system malfunctions or failures, performing repairs or adjustments as necessary.
• Upgrade system software and firmware as required.
• Conduct site surveys to determine security needs and recommend suitable CCTV solutions for clients.
• Provide training and guidance to clients on how to use and operate their CCTV systems.
• Prepare job reports, documenting work performed, technical issues encountered, and solutions provided.

Qualifications and Skills

• Proven experience as a CCTV Installation Technician or similar role.
• Strong understanding of CCTV systems, IP networks, and video surveillance technologies.
• Ability to work with power tools, hand tools, and electrical wiring.
• Good knowledge of DVRs, NVRs, cameras, and related equipment.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Familiarity with access control systems, alarm systems, and other security equipment is a plus.

Application Closing Date
18th November, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@cenglobalservices.com using the job title as the subject of the mail.

Note

• Please be advised that Cen Global Services Limited does not charge any application fees, recruitment fees, or any other type of payment from candidates at any stage of the recruitment process. If you are contacted by anyone requesting payment on behalf of our company, please disregard the request and report it to us immediately.
• We are committed to a fair and transparent recruitment process. All legitimate job opportunities at Cen Global Services Limited will be communicated through our official channels.

Job Title: Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Design Officer

Location: Ode Remo, Ogun
Employment Type: Full Time

Responsibilities

• Place and route components, ensuring that all electrical and physical specifications meet the specific design requirements for each PCB design.
• Participate in design reviews, interface with electrical, mechanical, manufacturing and process engineers to design proto-type and production quality printed circuit boards in accordance with PROFORCE Intelligence Systems standards.
• Work closely with Checkers, various engineering disciplines, designers and Technical leads.
• Create fabrication and assembly drawings, parts list, and incorporate changes to existing design documentation.
• Create and maintain component library.
• Generate all outputs files required for the manufacture of the board and assembly.
• Create new and make changes to existing schematic Diagrams using Cadence Concept HDL or SYSCAP schematic tool.
• Provide feedback to design engineers as needed to ensure functionality and manufacturability of PCB designs.
• Suggest options when faced with challenging PCB design situations including resolutions to non-standard problems.
• Carry out any other assignment delegated by the Manager.

Qualifications

• Possession of a Minimum of B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering Technology or equivalent.
• 3 - 5 years of experience in the design of Printed Circuit Boards and Rigid Flex.
• Proficient with complex board layouts IAW IPC-2221, IPC-6012 and associated specs and standards.
• Strong communication skills in conveying all the correct layout information
• Experienced incorporating engineering change orders on Cadence Designs using Product Data Management tool.
• Proficient with CADENCE ALLEGRO version 17.2 or higher.
• Must be proficient in using the Cadence constraint manager and have a solid knowledge of Signal Integrity and Design for Manufacture rules.
• Proficient in Schematic Capture using Cadence Concept HDL or System Capture.
• Solid understanding of IPC-2221 and associated specs and standards.
• Willingness to move to the Remo, Ogun State, Nigeria.
• Able to complete security and medical evaluations.

Salary
N150,000 - N200,000 monthly.

Application Closing Date
24th October, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: olakleenapplications@gmail.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Job Title: Referral Officer - Internal

Requisition ID: req55556
Location: Gusau, Zamfara
Sector: Health
Employment Category: Regular
Employment Type: Full-Time
Open to Expatriates: No
Work Arrangement: In-person

Project Overview

• The Integrated emergency response to the displaced population in Zamfara, Sokoto and Katsina States NW Nigeria project is a consortium project led by the International Rescue Committee (IRC) in partnership with ALIMA, COOPI, GISCOR and LHI.
• The project is funded by Bureau of Humanitarian Assistance (BHA). USAID aims to provide integrated multi-sectoral lifesaving assistance in Health, Nutrition, WASH, Protection and Multi-purpose Cash to the displaced populations in Zamfara State (Anka & Gusau LGAs), Sokoto State (Goronyo & Rabah LGAs) and Katsina State (Batagarawa & Katsina LGAs) in NW Nigeria.

Job Overview / Summary

• The Referral Officer will work closely with the health manager to ensure that referral support activities of the project are implemented according to the project deliverables across the targeted locations.
• She/he will directly lead, manage and coordinate the activities of two-way referral system of patients and establish contact with facility-based healthcare workers, health outreach officers, referral paramedics, MoH seconded staff and responsible for implementation of timely in referral and patient safety in our service locations.
• The Referral Officer reports to the Health Manager.

Major Responsibilities
Program Management, Technical Quality, and Strategy:

• Lead and support to ensure implementation of a focused two-way referral system and patient safety activities within the catchment locations of the supported health facilities in Gusa’u, Zamfara state.
• Oversee appropriate use of patient screening, triaging, first aid algorithms and IPC.
• Ensure effective routine patient movement, and timely laboratory sample collection and investigations especially for the vulnerable groups in any phase of expansion of new and existing medical care.
• The Referral Officer will support the health manager to manage and train facility-based healthcare workers, health outreach staff, referral paramedics, MoH seconded staff on patient safety, strengthening of 2-ways referral and basic life support skills in referral ambulance.
• Initiate referrals SOPs and ensure adherence to the referral criteria, protocol, SOPs among stakeholders, HWs, paramedics referral personnel, patients and patient relatives.
• Promote positive behavioral change and patient education.
• Oversee the follow up of referred patients in terms of their safety, received prescribed expertized management, obtained necessary laboratory investigation and help patients to cope with their activities for daily living while referred and on admission care.
• Promote and ensure adequate infection prevention and control standards are always maintained in the ambulance vehicle and surrounding in which patient is referred to for further management.
• Follow up with the activities of health MoH seconded -referral staff to ensure that patient referred to any secondary and tertiary health institution received appropriate care including meal source.
• Support the health manager to ensure a planned and well forecast medical bills, patient meal plan and timely payment and reimbursement of the referral centers.
• Keep a good track of all the referral documents.
• Support health manager to follow up with the IRC pharmacy store for timely store release of additional medications and medical supplies that facilitate patient care.
• Support health facilities with information, education, and communication (IEC) materials (billboards, posters, roll-up banners, wall painting, flex banner), registers, printed clinical algorithms, clinical job aids and guidelines booklets/protocols and ensure IEC materials are displayed and put into use needed in patient referral system.
• Ensure beneficiary participation, feedback, and accountability in all aspects of the project.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting of referral activities to the health manager.
• Ensure proper communication of field-based data tools to the HWs at the supported facilities.
• Coordinate and follow up with the IRC clinical team in facilitating referral process, provide screening/triage for emergency cases from the camps, mobile clinics and PHCs to the referral centers.
• Support in conducting regular field visits to ensure successful application of referral system.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Human Resource Management:

• Oversee the general referral service system and work closely with the senior health officer, health outreach officers, referral paramedics, HWs at supported health facilities.
• Motivate good use of referral criteria, first aid, SOPs, screening, triage system and basic life support.

Operations:

• Ensure proper follow up with the referral centers and timely submission of referral bills to finance.
• Submit weekly work plans and ensure timely implementation of the project activities.

Communication and Reporting:

• Ensure compilation of statistical reports from the supported patients, health facilities and communities for weekly, monthly and annual reports.
• Ensure adequate flow of information for all supervises with constant feedback as may be required.
• Carry out additional relevant or requested duties as may be required by the supervisor.

Staff Performance Management, Learning & Development:

• Supervises and monitor the MoH seconded referral staff to ensure that work is done properly and efficiently in accordance with the national guidelines.

Research, Learning and Analysis:

• Monitor closely the morbidity and mortality trends together with all the other health indicators to ensure that prompt actions are taken.
• Provide weekly activity reports to the health manager.
• In conjunction with the technical managers, conduct a mortality review meeting with the referral centers, supported facilities and mobile clinics staff.

Coordination & Representation:

• Attend all relevant meetings in relation to referrals as may be required and feed in the IRC priorities during meetings.

Key Working Relationships
Position Reports to:

• Health Manager.

Indirect/Technical Reporting:

• The position will indirectly be reporting to the Nutrition Manager

Position directly Supervises:

• MoH seconded referral staff.

Key Internal Contacts:

• Country Program: Finance Manager, Supply chain Manager, WPE manager, PROL Manager and Child Protection Manager.

Key External Contacts:

• INGO Partner
• FMC Gusau
• Anka General Hospital
• King Fahad women and children Hospital

Qualifications
Education:

• Health professional (Registered Nurse) with strong Health background.
• A mature person of high professional discipline and moral integrity, able to work independently and under stress as the situation may dictate.

Work Experience:

• At least 3 years’ experience in managing and implementing Health program.
• Able to lead a team and experience in staff management.
• Previous experience in referral services is an added advantage.
• Experience in outbreak response interventions
• Ability to work with displaced communities with diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds.

Demonstrated Technical Skills

• Background in referral oriented skills- communication, team work, medical records, basic life support, situation analysis, health assessments M&E and program implementation.

Demonstrated Managerial/Leadership Competencies:

• Flexible, diplomatic and have the ability and willingness to live and work under pressure of workloads.

Languages:

• English, ability to speak local languages (Hausa) is an added advantage.

Computer/Other Tech Requirements:

• Full professional competency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Ability to Travel: 30 % of time if applicable
Standards of Professional Conduct:

• The IRC and IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – Code of Conduct.
• These are Integrity, Service, and Accountability.
• In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Harassment-Free Workplace, Fiscal Integrity, Anti-Retaliation, Combating Trafficking in Persons and several others.

Gender Equality:

• IRC is committed to narrowing the gender gap in leadership positions. We offer benefits that provide an enabling environment for women to participate in our workforce including parental leave, gender-sensitive security protocols and other supportive benefits and allowances.

Working Environment:

• IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants based on merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

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

Job Title: Protection Manager - Internal

Requisition ID: req55563
Location: Gusau, Zamfara
Sector: Protection and rule of law
Employment Category: Regular
Employment Type: Full-Time
Open to Expatriates: No
Work Arrangement: In-person

Scope of Work

• The IRC is implementing a Protection and Rule of Law (PRoL) program featuring strengthening of community-based protection structures, capacity building, protection monitoring, information dissemination, Legal sensitization/counselling and legal assistance, Protection Case Management and referral services.
• The IRC will strengthen the capacity of government authorities, local organizations and local communities around protection mainstreaming and protection monitoring.
• The PRoL program is currently implemented in the NE States of Borno, Adamawa and Yobe and Northwest States of Zamfara and Katsina.
• The International Rescue Committee’s (IRC) Protection Manager will oversee an IDP and host community Protection program in Katsina and Zamfara States, Nigeria.
• In this capacity, the Protection Manager will be responsible for day-to-day supervision and oversight of protection teams in Zamfara/Katsina States and various protection activities, budget management, administration, and implementation of the requirements of the programs.
• The Protection Manager will work closely with other IRC Sectors and partner agencies operating in Northwest (Zamfara and Katsina).

Responsibilities
Program Management & Development:

• Create and execute work plans, spending plans, Items Forecasts, procurement plans and related systems to ensure that project deadlines are met, and targets achieved.
• Supervise and coach the Senior Protection Officer, Capacity building & Training Officer, Legal Officer and Protection Officers to conduct monitoring (site visits, observation, Focus group discussions, key informant interviews)  and/or community consultations focused on protection concerns and the identification of affected populations including Persons with Disabilities (PWD) within the target communities. Ensure that monitoring visits respect principles of confidentiality of interviewees and that all incidents reported to IRC are handled with due regard to protection principles.
• Supervise and coach the Protection Officers to deliver information dissemination/ awareness-raising activities on topics such as service availability and access to Justice.
• Support the Protection Officers in maintaining a good working knowledge of available services from IRC and partners, and an ability to make appropriate referrals to those services during protection monitoring and community outreach activities.
• Develop and maintain a good knowledge of the protection situation locally and the priority needs of the IDP population and host community. Compile protection assessment reports to inform IRC and partner programming in Katsina and Zamfara States
• Convene and facilitate the monthly/semi-monthly community forum made up of NNGOs, community leaders, Protection Action Groups (PAGs), local authorities, women’s committee representatives, and others to discuss community priorities and NNGO plans.
• Support the Capacity Building Officers and the Legal Officers in capacity building of community-based protection mechanisms through training, support, and maintenance of the PAGs throughout the State.
• Conduct protection mainstreaming activities, especially regarding partner programming to ensure that protection principles are prioritized in service delivery and that vulnerable IDPs and host community members have equal access to services.
• Participate in the development of proposals, budgets, budget narratives, logframes, Indicator Tracking Tools (ITT) and concept notes in coordination with the Protection and Rule Law Coordinator, DDP, Grants team, PRoL Technical Advisor, and HQ Technical Unit.
• Contribute to the development of the Country Sector Strategy for the Nigeria Protection Program.
• Support other protection programs as needed, including Child Protection and Women’s Protection and Empowerment.

Staff Management:

• Recruit national staff in conjunction with the Human Resources Department.
• Maintain updated job descriptions, conduct interviews, orient new staff to the IRC and the Protection Program.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and support to the Protection Team through regular supervision and feedback on performance.
• Build the capacity of the Protection Staff to improve their range of capabilities related to the Protection Program and its activities.
• Ensure Performance Management System documentation for all staff is in place and followed up regularly.

Grants Management and Reporting:

• Manage and oversee grants; develop and maintain work, spending and procurement plans for all projects.
• Participate in Grants Project Opening, Project Implementation, Lessons learnt, Mid-Term and Project Closing meetings.
• Prepare internal and external reports within agreed deadlines using IRC and donor formats, as required.
• Ensuring effective implementation of M&E systems throughout the lifetime of the project.
• Manage the project budget; review monthly Budget vs. Actual, Weekly consolidated PRTS and expenditure sheets and collaborate with the Supply Chain and Finance department to ensure accurate expenditures and reporting.

Representation & Coordination:

• Actively participate in coordination mechanism with partners, IDPs, and host community leaders to ensure information sharing and coordination of interventions, and to enable meaningful participation of both IDPs and host communities.
• Liaise with partners, particularly through the protection sector working group/coordination mechanism, to share findings and any issues of relevance and/or concern related to the local context or broader trends.
• Establish relationships with other NGOs, international organizations, government offices, particularly those working in protection and participate in relevant coordination forums.

Key working relationship

• Position Reports to: Senior Consortium Manager (Safety Outcome)
• Management in Partnership with: Protection Coordinator
• Indirect Report to: Consortium Deputy team Lead.
• Update

Qualifications

• Degree in Law, International Law, Human Rights, Social sciences, Social work  or International Affairs. Bachelor’s degree is a minimum.
• Minimum of five years of professional experience in protection programming in a displacement setting.
• Previous working experience with US and European donors is an asset.
• Strong understanding of protection principles and likely protection concerns arising in the Nigeria context as well as conflict sensitivity
• Experience in complex emergencies and the ability to live and work in a very remote environment.
• Ability to work under pressure and without daily supervision.
• Demonstrated skill in staff management in a cross- cultural environment.
• Demonstrated analytical skills and report writing experience required.
• Strong interpersonal, intercultural and communication skills
• Excellent oral and written skills and computer skills

Demonstrated Technical Skills

• Good communication skills, effective in representation and liaison with community members, community leaders, government and other non-governmental stakeholders and partners.
• Works well in and promotes teamwork, is comfortable in a multi-cultural environment, flexible and able to handle pressure well.

Languages:

• Fluency in English and other languages desirable. 
• Knowledge of the local language will be an added value.

Computer / Other Tech Requirements:

• Full professional competency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
•  Ability to Travel: 50% of time if applicable.

Standards of Professional Conduct:

• The IRC and IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – Code of Conduct.
• These are Integrity, Service, and Accountability.
• In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Harassment-Free Workplace, Fiscal Integrity, Anti-Retaliation, Combating Trafficking in Persons and several others.

Commitment to Gender, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion:

• IRC is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, respectful, and safe work environment where all persons are treated fairly, with dignity and respect.
• The IRC expressly prohibits and will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or bullying of IRC Persons in any work setting.

Gender Equality:

• IRC is committed to narrowing the gender gap in leadership positions.
• We offer benefits that provide an enabling environment for women to participate in our workforce including parental leave, gender-sensitive security protocols and other supportive benefits and allowances.

Working Environment:

• IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants based on merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

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

Job Title: Logistics Assistant

Requisition ID: req55527
Location: Katsina
Sector: Supply Chain
Employment Category: Regular
Employment Type: Full-Time
Open to Expatriates: No
Work Arrangement: In-person

Project Overview

• The BHA (Bureau of Humanitarian Assistance) project, “Integrated Emergency Response to the Displaced Population in Zamfara, Sokoto, And Katsina States, Northwest Nigeria’  depending on fund availability will be carried out by a consortium led by the International Rescue Committee (IRC) in collaboration with the Alliance for International Medical Action (Alima), Cooperazione Internazionale (COOPI), and Life Helpers Initiative (LHI), aims to leverage each partner's expertise to provide immediate humanitarian assistance to internally displaced people populations through area-based approach.
• The Consortium partners will provide an integrated multisectoral intervention in Health, Nutrition, WASH, Protection, and Multi-purpose Cash Assistance (MPCA) activities in Zamfara, Katsina, and Sokoto states in collaboration with state governments, UN organizations and other key actors in Northwest Nigeria.
• The project will be implemented by a dedicated support, quality assurance, and coordination team, who will work closely with all partners through a management unit of well-structured consortium governance for the activity.

Key Responsibilities
Fleet management:

• Implement and direct IRC standard Vehicle policies and procedures, with particular attention to safety and security issues.
• Work with the Supply Chain Officer and design a suitably staffed and equipped transport function to support the IRC’s vehicle operations and policies.
• Implement and direct IRC standard Vehicle policies and procedures, with particular attention to safety and security issues.
• Manage and be accountable for requested and allocated fuel for Vehicles, Motorcycles and generators by ensuring accurate consumptions.
• Support the Supply Chain Officer to evaluate, manage and monitor all drivers.
• Consolidate Weekly Movement Plans and share with all staffs.
• Ensure the correct and timely routine maintenance and repair of IRC vehicles and generators as well as keep records regarding Maintenance schedules.
• Ensure that all vehicles carry the required on-board documentation and that all documents are kept current (including insurance).
• Inspect and record condition of vehicles, by maintaining daily checklists file and ensuring that Vehicle logbooks are accurately filled.
• Carry out regular training to all drivers on basic vehicle mechanic skills, record keeping, daily vehicle inspection, drills on safety driving, defensive driving, etc.

Maintenance:

• Carry out full maintenance of HVAC system (installations, maintenances, and repairs)
• Carry out proactive maintenance for IRC assets/properties and facilities
• Track the usage of power supply systems and schedules across the IRC facilities.
• Maintain accurate records of all maintenance expenses immediately after services.

Fuel Consumption:

• Facilitate the collection, dispatch, and fueling of Vehicle and Generators at all IRC facilities and ensure fuel consumption records are documented accurately on generator log sheets.
• Prepare reconciliations for fuel consumed on a weekly basis before fuel replenishment is done.
• Ensure accurate and updated information on fuel consumption.
• Raise a request (Purchase Requisition) for all maintenance needs.
• Be responsible for collecting petty cash advances based on IRC policy and liquidating within 24 hours after completion of the work
• Prepare weekly and monthly reports on generator fuel consumption and allocation across IRC facilities.
• Note that this job description must remain flexible, to respond to additional tasks or changes as identified by the line manager.

Requirements
Qualifications:

• Diploma or Bachelor of Degree In relevant field
• Knowledge of generic Logistics Management systems and forms.
• Competent in Spoken and written English
• Good Mathematical skills
• Good Knowledge of Ms Office, ERP etc

Personal Characteristics:

• Strong sense of personal integrity
• Attention to detail.
• Strong supervisory skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Team spirit and problem-solving ability.

Key Working Relationships:

• Position Directly Reports to:  Supply Chain Officer
• Position directly supervises:  Driver’s

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

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

Job Title: Asset Officer

Requisition ID: req55526
Location: Gusau, Zamfara
Sector: Supply Chain
Employment Category: Regular
Employment Type: Full-Time
Open to Expatriates: No
Work Arrangement: In-person

Job Overview / Summary

• To provide all necessary logistical support to the SC Manager to enable field project activities to proceed with maximum efficiency while adhering to IRC’s supply chain procedures on assets management.
• The Assets Officer is responsible for the efficient coordination and management of all assets for IRC. One of the core functions of the incumbent as an integral member of the Supply Chain Department is, s/he must be able to manage, label and track all assets and maintaining audit-compliant records.

Key Responsibilities

• Asset and Property Management
• Ensuring that all assets are controlled and managed properly in accordance to donor-specific polices.
• The implementation and/or maintenance of standard IRC assets management policies and procedures.
• Update the Asset register, and the inventory list for assets and expendable store and produce monthly reports.
• Work closely with Supply Chain Manager on Auction, transfer, and donation process management in line with donor regulations and approval, with reference to organization policy.
• Conduct asset inventory (physical count) during the reporting period.
• Pull out updated asset list for end of grant report and develop assets running cost analysis
• Ensure proper tracking, maintenance, and recording of all IRC assets, which will lead to an accurate asset database at all times.
• Ensure that each staff member is accountable for every asset assigned to them using the Equipment Issue / Receipt forms.
• Ensure quarterly physical check of assets and submission of asset reports to assets officer and logistics manager for review.
• Liaise with Supply Chain Manager to recommend disposal of assets to ensure that it is reviewed and implemented annually as per IRC and donor requirements regulations.
• Ensure that an up-to-date filing system for all assets is maintained.
• Retrieve assets and reassigned at the end of employee term of service

Reporting:

• Prepare and submit accurate inventory and Asset reports to the supervisor on time as per donor regulations for Assets.
• Prepare and submit disposal plans
• Any other Assets reports required by SCM or direct supervisor

SC Compliance:

• To ensure all SC activities are carried out to a satisfactory standard.
• To ensure that the necessary logistics and organization is effected for all projects.
• Where necessary, to manage, or support, the development and proper functioning of any project office deemed necessary to support the programme.
• To assess potential projects as requested by SCM/Field coordinator.
• To familiarize yourself with the IRC SC Manual and comply with the policies outlined in the IRC SC Manual.
• To complete required reports and submit a monthly logistic reports for all SC activities in all sites to SCM.

Compliance and Ethics:

• Review and provide feedback on assigned supply chain reports submitted by the country office.
• Implementing internal and external audit corrective action plans (CAPs)
• Promptly Inform the Supply Chain Manager of any areas of concern or potential or suspected supply chain policy violations.
• Implement discrete, time-bound Supply Chain initiatives which improve performance or compliance (i.e. implementing a post-audit corrective action plan)
• Note that this job description must remain flexible, to respond to additional tasks or changes as identified by the line manager.

Key Working Relationships:

• Position Directly Reports to:  Supply Chain Manager
• Position directly supervises:  Nil

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in a relevant field.
• Minimum of 3 years working experience
• Must possess at least three (3) years’ experience in Supply Chain management
• Competency in Microsoft suites (Ms word, excel, PPT,outlook)
• Knowledge of ERP
• Must have cognate skills in computer appreciation.
• MUST possess a high level of integrity and with good interpersonal skills
• Ready to work in difficult environmental conditions.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

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

Job Title: Driver

Requisition ID: req55531
Location: Katsina
Sector: Supply Chain
Employment Category: Regular
Employment Type: Full-Time
Open to Expatriates: No
Work Arrangement: In-person

Project Overview

• The BHA (Bureau of Humanitarian Assistance) project, “Integrated Emergency Response to the Displaced Population in Zamfara, Sokoto, And Katsina States, Northwest Nigeria’  depending on fund availability will be carried out by a consortium led by the International Rescue Committee (IRC) in collaboration with the Alliance for International Medical Action (Alima), Cooperazione Internazionale (COOPI), and Life Helpers Initiative (LHI), aims to leverage each partner's expertise to provide immediate humanitarian assistance to internally displaced people populations through area-based approach.
• The Consortium partners will provide an integrated multisectoral intervention in Health, Nutrition, WASH, Protection, and Multi-purpose Cash Assistance (MPCA) activities in Zamfara, Katsina, and Sokoto states in collaboration with state governments, UN organizations and other key actors in Northwest Nigeria.
• The project will be implemented by a dedicated support, quality assurance, and coordination team, who will work closely with all partners through a management unit of well-structured consortium governance for the activity.

Responsibilities

• The safe transportation of IRC personnel
• The safe transportation of IRC materials
• The care and maintenance of IRC vehicles and their accessories

Expected Deliverables

• Strict adherence to the IRC’s vehicle policies and procedures, including the use of seatbelts by all passengers.
• Daily and pre-long distance vehicle checks. Accurate upkeep of the vehicle’s log sheet.
• Maintaining the vehicle clean, fueled and mechanically sound.
• Inspecting and maintaining all vehicle accessories.
• Advising the Transport manager of pending inspections, insurance renewal or any defects or problems.

Key Working Relationships:

• Position Reports to: Logistics Assistant
• Position directly supervises: None.
• Indirect Reporting: Supply Chain Officer.

Other Internal and/or external contacts:

• Internal: Country Program: Katsina Operations team and Program teams.

Qualifications
Education:

• Secondary School leaving Certificate

Work Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in as a professional driver preferrable in an INGO setting.

Demonstrated Skills and Competencies:

• Attention to detail.
• Excellent driving skills.
• Computer skills (Microsoft word, Excel etc.)

Language Skills:

•  Speak and write English language clearly (Hausa is an added advantage)

Certificates or Licenses:

•  Valid National drivers’ license

Key Competencies:

• No road safety-related fines or convictions Thorough knowledge of road rules and regulations
• Skills in routine vehicle maintenance and minor repair
• Knowledge (or ability to quickly learn) of HF, VHF, and satellite communications equipment.
• Team spirit and problem-solving abilities.
• Able to carry out limited, un-supervised tasks.
• Drivers must display an attitude and behavior that reflects well on both themselves and the IRC.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

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

Job Title: Construction Officer

Requisition ID: req55532
Location: Gusau, Zamfara
Sector: Supply Chain
Employment Category: Regular
Employment Type: Full-Time
Open to Expatriates: No
Work Arrangement: In-person

Job Overview / Summary

• The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the design, development, and execution of construction projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards, the holder of th position will also be resobile for Maintance (Electrical, Plumping, Installations, Repairs etc) of all the Organisation’s facilities.
• This role demands significant expertise in project management, design, and technical aspects of construction and Maintenance.
• The Construction Officer will efficiently coordinate and manage construction projects in compliance with IRC and donor regulations, collaborating with IRC Nigeria support and program functions. Key responsibilities include engineering designs, drawings, bills of quantities, construction contract management, supervision, procurement, capacity building, and reporting.
• The position reports to the Supply Chain Manager and works closely with and receives technical support from the Construction Manager.

Key Responsibilities
Engineering Designs, Drawings and Bills of Quantities

• Develop and produce technical and engineering designs, drawings, and schedules of materials for various infrastructure projects including classrooms, clinics, nutrition centers, women centers, offices, stores, latrines, shelters, incinerators, boreholes, water distribution networks, and storage tanks.
• Ensure all designs comply with Nigerian Building Code and internationally recognized standards.
• Conduct feasibility studies, engineering surveys, and measurements for the design, construction, and rehabilitation of structures, maintaining up-to-date databases with GPS coordinates, location maps, and route plans.
• Participate in baseline surveys and rapid assessments to identify existing gaps, priorities, and project justifications.

Contract Management and Procurement:

• Prepare documentation for tendering, procurement, contract signing, and monitoring of construction works and services.
• Maintain comprehensive records (both electronic and hard copies) of all project documents.
• Supervise construction activities, provide technical instructions to contractors, and conduct regular site visits with clear documentation.
• Develop detailed work and monitoring plans, accompanied by weekly construction progress reports.
• Conduct measurements and certify completed works as per contract conditions, preparing completion reports and recommending final payments to contractors.
• Support the supply chain department by providing technical details and specifications for local market price collection.
• Ensure transparent and efficient contracting through IRC standard supply chain due diligence.
• Conduct construction market surveys and support the HR/Admin department in sourcing guest houses, offices, and warehouses.

Community Mobilization and Capacity Building:

• Facilitate on-the-job skills transfer and training workshops for construction vendors, artisans, and staff from other sectors.
• Prepare training manuals for the operation and management of equipment and installations.
• Assess contractor capacities and maintain updated lists of preferred contractors in operational states.

Maintenance of HVAC System and Facilities:

• Carry out full maintenance of HVAC system (installations, maintenances, and repairs)
• Carry out proactive maintenance for IRC assets/properties and facilities
• Track the usage of power supply systems and schedules across the IRC facilities.
• Maintain accurate records of all maintenance expenses immediately after services.
• Maintain all necessary documentation on generator maintenance and file them according to IRC guidelines.
• Facilitate the collection, dispatch, and fueling of generators at all IRC facilities (Offices, Warehouses, Guest Houses, and Stabilization Centers) and ensure fuel consumption records are documented accurately on generator log sheets.
• Respond to maintenance requests shared by staff across IRC facilities promptly and ensure full resolution of problems within the shortest possible time.
• Raise a Request (Purchase Requisition) for all maintenance needs.
• Responsible for collecting petty cash advances based on IRC policy and liquidating within 24 hours after completion of the work.
• Support the Supply chain manager in preparing operational budget and spending plans for facility and equipment maintenance.
• Prepare weekly and monthly reports on generator fuel consumption and allocation across IRC facilities and share them with the Supply Chain Manager.
• Provide support to other IRC Offices whenever required.
• Supervise and monitor maintenance works contracted to third-party vendors.
• Be familiar with local regulations/laws.
• Any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting:

• Provide weekly and monthly technical updates to the supply chain and construction manager.
• Prepare technical assessment reports with recommendations on issues encountered at construction sites.
• Monitor the operation and maintenance of implemented projects, conduct follow-up visits, and provide necessary support.
• Maintain proper project documentation, including assessment reports, stakeholder meeting minutes, technical designs, drawings, BoQs, progress pictures, and change order documents.

Additional Duties:

• Perform other ad hoc duties as assigned by the Supply Chain Manager/ Construction, consistent with the job's nature.

Key Working Relationships:

• Position Directly Reports to:  Northwest Supply Chain Manager
• Position Indirectly Reports to:  Country Cconstruction Manager
• Position directly supervises:  Nil,
• External: INGO Construction cluster Partners

Qualifications

• Minimum Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction, or Architecture with at least 3 years of proven experience in building design, construction supervision, and contract management.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, AutoCAD, and ArchiCAD.
• Flexibility, teamwork spirit, and sensitivity to the socio-cultural setting of North-West Nigeria.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal. Knowledge of local languages, including Hausa, is an advantage.

Demonstrated Skills and Competencies:

• Deep understanding of construction processes, materials, and legal requirements.
• Proven ability to manage projects from conception to completion, meeting all objectives.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of conveying complex information clearly.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a diverse team.
• Proactive in identifying issues and implementing effective solutions.
• Meticulous attention to detail, ensuring all project aspects meet the highest standards.
• Demonstrated training and coaching ability.
• Strong computer and communication equipment skills, including Microsoft Office applications, VHF, and satellite phones.
• Knowledge and understanding of quality care, specifically client rights issues and behavior change communication (BCC).
• Expertise in the substantive area of work and strong program experience.
• Ability to network within the development partner community.
• Familiarity with management and monitoring tools.
• Experience in emergency programming with a humanitarian and resilience focus is an asset.
• Ability to take initiative and respond independently to situations.
• Strong commitment to IRC’s mission, purpose, and values.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize workload.
• Well-organized and analytical, able to work well in a team and undertake tasks independently.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

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

Job Title: Warehouse Officer

Requisition ID: req55530
Location: Gusau, Zamfara
Sector: Supply Chain
Employment Category: Regular
Employment Type: Full-Time
Open to Expatriates: No
Work Arrangement: In-person

Project Overview

• The BHA (Bureau of Humanitarian Assistance) project, “Integrated Emergency Response to the Displaced Population in Zamfara, Sokoto, And Katsina States, Northwest Nigeria’  depending on fund availability will be carried out by a consortium led by the International Rescue Committee (IRC) in collaboration with the Alliance for International Medical Action (Alima), Cooperazione Internazionale (COOPI), and Life Helpers Initiative (LHI), aims to leverage each partner's expertise to provide immediate humanitarian assistance to internally displaced people populations through area-based approach.
• The Consortium partners will provide an integrated multisectoral intervention in Health, Nutrition, WASH, Protection, and Multi-purpose Cash Assistance (MPCA) activities in Zamfara, Katsina, and Sokoto states in collaboration with state governments, UN organizations and other key actors in Northwest Nigeria.
• The project will be implemented by a dedicated support, quality assurance, and coordination team, who will work closely with all partners through a management unit of well-structured consortium governance for the activity.

Key Responsibilities

• Be accountable for periodic cycle count as per the standard operating procedure to ensure that stock management system is adhered to by staff/storekeepers.
• Lead in conducting fiscal year end stock inventories and ensure that effective stock inventory report
• Assist programs to establish and implement a reliable stock distribution plan to avoid closed grant or expired items in the warehouses.
• Provide on-going training and support to the storekeepers in their relevant functions and reporting.
• Oversee warehouse operations ensuring proper stock-keeping records, storage conditions, security, and facility maintenance.
• Provide support to warehouse staff as required in managing and documenting the receipt, handling, storage, dispatching and reporting of goods through the IRC warehouse(s).
• Maintain records/authorizations for warehouse staff designated to receive and dispatch goods.
• Ensure warehouse and stocks are secure, well managed and documented.

Materials Receiving and Dispatch:

• Receive and document materials from suppliers and other sources
• Inspect materials during receiving and update required documentation
• Liaise with the Supply Chain manager to advise Programs of potential inventory shortages and to provide update on stock levels
• Organize a cold chain system and ensure “keep-cool” items are handled appropriately
• Inspect materials dispatched from the stores and update appropriate dispatch documents
• Implement GSC SOPs on assets and inventory management.
• Handle all Contribution In Kind (CIK) and Closed Grant Inventory
• Organize the replenishment of stock items as need arises based on an approved purchase requisition

Warehouse Documentation and Controls:

• Maintain the Warehouse activity book recording (i.e. Warehouse Register) for all outgoing and incoming receipts and activities.
• Ensure Warehouse Authorization Schedule is up to date and display
• Participate in, and provide accurate reports for Year-end counts exercise
• Fully participate in 20% inventory cycle count for all stock
• Conduct internal inventory checks and keep records of all records
• Implement (FIFO, FEFO, LIFO) procedures for goods in the warehouse.
• Ensure good arrangement of storage facilities with appropriate layout, and signs display in strategic locations
• Assign tasks and supervise the working of casual laborers

Warehouse Safety and Security:

• Ensure physical security of the Warehouse by restricting visitors and any other unauthorized persons
• Implement and ensure clear safety procedures.
• Ensure the maintenance of warehouse building(s), fittings and equipment.
• Ensure warehouse is regularly fumigated against pest, rats, rodents etc.,
• Maintain and periodically service fire extinguishers

Asset and Property Management:

• Ensuring that all assets are controlled and managed properly in accordance to donor-specific polices.
• The implementation and/or maintenance of standard IRC assets management policies and procedures.
• Update the Asset register, and the inventory list for assets and expendable store and produce monthly reports.
• Work closely with Supply Chain Manager on Auction, transfer, and donation process management in line with donor regulations and approval, with reference to organization policy.
• Conduct asset inventory (physical count) during the reporting period.
• Pull out updated asset list for end of grant report and develop assets running cost analysis
• Ensure proper tracking, maintenance, and recording of all IRC assets, which will lead to an accurate asset database at all times.
• Ensure that each staff member is accountable for every asset assigned to them using the Equipment Issue / Receipt forms.
• Ensure quarterly physical check of assets and submission of asset reports to assets officer and logistics manager for review.
• Liaise with Supply Chain Manager to recommend disposal of assets to ensure that it is reviewed and implemented annually as per IRC and donor requirements regulations.
• Ensure that an up-to-date filing system for all assets is maintained.
• Retrieve assets and reassigned at the end of employee term of service

Compliance and Ethics:

• Review and provide feedback on assigned supply chain reports submitted by the country office.
• Develop and support the implementation of improvement plans.
• Implementing internal and external audit corrective action plans (CAPs)
• Promptly Inform the Supply Chain Manager of any areas of concern or potential or suspected supply chain policy violations.
• Implement discrete, time-bound Supply Chain initiatives which improve performance or compliance (i.e. implementing a post-audit corrective action plan)

Reportings:

• Finalize monthly report for the expendables store, outlining all stock movements and remaining balances.
• Prepare and submit accurate inventory and Asset reports to the supervisor on time as per donor regulations for Assets.
• Support with developing and updating warehouse material distribution plans as required.
• Note that this job description must remain flexible, to respond to additional tasks or changes as identified by the line manager.

Key Working Relationships:

• Position Directly Reports to:  Supply Chain Manager
• Position directly supervises:  Nil

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in  a relevant field .
• Must possess at least three (3) years’ experience in Supply Chain management
• Minimum of 3 years working experience
• Competency in Microsoft suites  ( Ms word, excel, PPT,outlook)
• Must have cognate skills in computer appreciation.
• MUST possess a high level of integrity and with good interpersonal skills
• Ready to work in difficult environmental conditions

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

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

Job Title: Driver

Requisition ID: req55529
Location: Gusau, Zamfara
Sector: Supply Chain
Employment Category: Regular
Employment Type: Full-Time
Open to Expatriates: No
Work Arrangement: In-person

Project Overview

• The BHA (Bureau of Humanitarian Assistance) project, “Integrated Emergency Response to the Displaced Population in Zamfara, Sokoto, And Katsina States, Northwest Nigeria’ depending on fund availability will be carried out by a consortium led by the International Rescue Committee (IRC) in collaboration with the Alliance for International Medical Action (Alima), Cooperazione Internazionale (COOPI), and Life Helpers Initiative (LHI), aims to leverage each partner's expertise to provide immediate humanitarian assistance to internally displaced people populations through area-based approach.
• The Consortium partners will provide an integrated multisectoral intervention in Health, Nutrition, WASH, Protection, and Multi-purpose Cash Assistance (MPCA) activities in Zamfara, Katsina, and Sokoto states in collaboration with state governments, UN organizations and other key actors in Northwest Nigeria.
• The project will be implemented by a dedicated support, quality assurance, and coordination team, who will work closely with all partners through a management unit of well-structured consortium governance for the activity.

Responsibilities
Specific responsibilities include:

• The safe transportation of IRC personnel
• The safe transportation of IRC materials
• The care and maintenance of IRC vehicles and their accessories

Expected Deliverables:

• Strict adherence to the IRC’s vehicle policies and procedures, including the use of seatbelts by all passengers.
• Daily and pre-long distance vehicle checks. Accurate upkeep of the vehicle’s log sheet.
• Maintaining the vehicle clean, fueled and mechanically sound.
• Inspecting and maintaining all vehicle accessories.
• Advising the Transport manager of pending inspections, insurance renewal or any defects or problems.

Key Working Relationships:

• Position Reports to: Logistics Assistant
• Position directly supervises: None.
• Indirect Reporting: Supply Chain Officer.

Other Internal and/or external contacts:

• Internal: Country Program: Gusau Operations team and Program teams.

Qualifications
Education:

• Secondary School leaving Certificate

Work Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in as a professional driver preferrable in an INGO setting.

Demonstrated Skills and Competencies:

• Attention to detail.
• Excellent driving skills.
• Computer skills (Microsoft word, Excel etc.)

Language Skills:

•  Speak and write English language clearly (Hausa is an added advantage)

Certificates or Licenses:

•  Valid National drivers’ license.

Key Competencies:

• No road safety-related fines or convictions Thorough knowledge of road rules and regulations
• Skills in routine vehicle maintenance and minor repair
• Knowledge (or ability to quickly learn) of HF, VHF, and satellite communications equipment.
• Team spirit and problem-solving abilities.
• Able to carry out limited, un-supervised tasks.
• Drivers must display an attitude and behavior that reflects well on both themselves and the IRC.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Job Title: Procurement Officer

Requisition ID: req55528
Location: Gusau, Zamfara
Sector: Supply Chain
Employment Category: Regular
Employment Type: Full-Time
Open to Expatriates: No
Work Arrangement: In-person

Project Overview

• The BHA (Bureau of Humanitarian Assistance) project, “Integrated Emergency Response to the Displaced Population in Zamfara, Sokoto, And Katsina States, Northwest Nigeria’  depending on fund availability will be carried out by a consortium led by the International Rescue Committee (IRC) in collaboration with the Alliance for International Medical Action (Alima), Cooperazione Internazionale (COOPI), and Life Helpers Initiative (LHI), aims to leverage each partner's expertise to provide immediate humanitarian assistance to internally displaced people populations through area-based approach.
• The Consortium partners will provide an integrated multisectoral intervention in Health, Nutrition, WASH, Protection, and Multi-purpose Cash Assistance (MPCA) activities in Zamfara, Katsina, and Sokoto states in collaboration with state governments, UN organizations and other key actors in Northwest Nigeria.
• The project will be implemented by a dedicated support, quality assurance, and coordination team, who will work closely with all partners through a management unit of well-structured consortium governance for the activity.

Key Responsibilities
Procurement:

• Responsible for implementing procurement plans & strategies and ensuring all program procurement needs are met on time in accordance with GSC and donors’ standards
• Support in the development of procurement specifications
• Processing approved Purchase requests through the procurement software (Integra) and ensuring data accuracy.
• Participate in tender meetings & evaluations.
• Prepare bids analysis and other bidding documents for approval.
• Conduct negotiations with suppliers that are transparent and documented.
• Demonstrate value for money in procurement.
• Review procurement documents for accuracy before taking payment for approval.
• Perform Market Analyses by collecting, organizing, and analyzing market data and financial reports
• Support in development of procurement specifications and scope of work.
• Provide consistent and constructive support to other departments to ensure compliance with policies and procedures
• Review procurement documents for accuracy before submission for review and approval.
• Monitor the assigned procurements to ensure timely and efficient execution.
• Ensure effective communication between operations team, requestors and suppliers

Contract Management:

• Responsible for managing contracts and supplier performance to ensure that terms & conditions, and standard operating procedures are adhered to as provided by GSC.
• Preparing and executing contracts for recommended bidders
• Timely renewal of running contracts.
• Execute contracts against set performance indicators.

Supplier Management:

• Responsible for managing supplier relationships and performance to ensure that there is precise record keeping as provided by GSC. This includes:
• Maintain suppliers’ files and documentation
• Documents supplier performance
• Maintain supplier performance scorecards.

Compliance and Ethics:

• Assist in implementing donor rules & regulations for all procurements (including any specific departmental procurement task assigned).
• Identifying and analyzing compliance risk in procurement processes.
  Implementing due diligence for suppliers, this includes conducting reference checks, supplier visits etc.
• Identifying and reporting procurement red flags,
• Implementing internal and external audit corrective action plans (CAPs)
• Identify, document and timely report any IRC procurement deviations following the mechanism in place for appropriate follow-up.
• Ensure all staff (international and national) are familiar with and comply fully with the IRC Way policies.
• Implement and sustain segregation of duties in procurement and other related functions.
• Review and provide feedback on assigned supply chain reports submitted by the country office.
• Develop and support the implementation of improvement plans.
• Promptly Inform your Supervisor of any areas of concern or potential or suspected supply chain policy violations.
• Implement discrete, time-bound Supply Chain initiatives which improve performance or compliance (i.e. implementing a post-audit corrective action plan)

Key Working Relationships:

• Position Directly Reports to:  Supply Chain Manager
• Position directly supervises:  Nil

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in  a relevant field.
• Must possess at least three (3) years’ experience in Supply Chain management
• Minimum of 3 years working experience
• Competency in Microsoft suites  ( Ms word, excel, PPT,outlook)
• Must have cognate skills in computer appreciation.
• Must have experience working with ERP.
• MUST possess a high level of integrity and with good interpersonal skills
• Ready to work in difficult environmental conditions.

Demonstrated Skills and Competencies:

• Excellent negotiator and good communicator
• Flexible and a can-do approach to tasks and the ability to adapt to a changing and challenging environment.
• Should be quick in understanding, keen in taking instructions, and able to work with minimum supervision.
• Should be willing, ready and able to perform other duties as delegated to him/her by the supervisor while maintaining a high level of confidentiality.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills.
• Ability to work in and as a team.
• Note that this job description must remain flexible, to respond to additional tasks or changes as identified by the line manager.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Job Title: WPE Community Engagement Officer (Internal Only)

Requisition ID: req55523
Location: Gusau, Zamfara
Employment type: Full Time
Employment Category: Regular
Sector: Women Protection & Empowerment
Open to Expatriates: No
Work Arrangement: In-person

Job Description

• The International Rescue Committee responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, IRC offers life-saving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster.
• At work today in more than 40 countries and in 22 U.S. cities, IRC restores safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted by conflict or disaster. IRC leads the way from harm to home.

Contextual Background

• The IRC has been present in Nigeria since 2012 when the organization responded to flooding in Kogi state. In February 2014 the IRC moved into Adamawa State in NE Nigeria to provide humanitarian interventions through a multi-sectoral, integrated approach for conflict affected populations.
• IRC Nigeria now operates a country office in Abuja and field offices in Mubi and Yola of Adamawa State, Maiduguri and Monguno of Borno state, Damatru of Yobe State and Zamfara and katsina States.
• Currently, IRC Nigeria implements programs primary health care, nutrition, environmental health, women’s protection and empowerment, protection, child protection, education, food security & livelihoods

Job Overview / Summary

• Gender-based violence (GBV) is a serious human rights and public health issue affecting women and girls around the world. It impacts all aspects of women and girl’s physical, emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It has harmful consequences for the individuals who experience it, their families, and communities.
• The Roving Community Engagement Officer will be based in Gusau, Zamfara state and with support from the WPE program managers, heshe will work in coordination with the prevention and response teams to design strategies using EMAP and SASA Together! modules to prevent gender-based violence as well as takes lead in engaging community leaders, community based structures and partners through trainings and awareness raising sessions that are geared towards GBV prevention and response.
• This position will have 80% travel in intervention sites including Katsina state and coordinate with other IRC sectors including the M&E, actors to conduct assessments (baseline and end line) and share reports that will be used to inform program design and quality. 20% of the time will focus on activities planning, strategies design and development and quality report.

Key Internal Contacts:

• Country Program:  Safeguarding Officer
• Region/Global

Key External Contacts:

• Government Stakeholders.

Key Working Relationships:

• Position Reports to:  WPE Manager
• Indirect/Technical Reporting: WPE Technical Adviser
• Position directly Supervises: Community Mobilization assistant.

Major Responsibilities
Program Management, Technical Quality, and Strategy:

• The Community Engagement Officer will assist the Program Manager in developing and sustaining a GBV community mobilization strategy that will allow members of the community to reflect on the GBV issues affecting their community and guide them in their effort to prevent GBV.
• Work with community mobilization assistants and community-based workers to design key sensitization messages using the SASA Together! community sensitization guide.
• The Community Engagement Officer access training needs and works with the Program Manager to plan and implement trainings accordingly.
• Do regular field visits to assist community-based workers and community mobilization assistants in community mobilization using EMAP and SASA Together! modules.
• Ensure key stakeholders such as police, judiciary, heads of schools, heads of health institutions, community leaders, local groups including women and adolescent girls’ groups, community volunteers and the ministry of women and social development are engaged for trainings and community sensitizations.
• With support from Program Manager, take the lead in the commemoration of international events: International Women’s Day, 16 days of activism and international day of the girl child and submit a comprehensive evidence-based report.
• Ensure the formation of women, and adolescent girls’ groups (WAG, EMAP, AG, SASA Together!) and develop guidelines for the formation of these groups and their roles with reference to the Nigeria context.
• He will coordinate with the other WPE Response officer and Protection Meal officer to assist in assessment and surveys including PDM, Safety Audits, knowledge checking etc. and provide update to improve program quality.
• The Community Engagement Officer Will help to establish collaborative relationships with consortium partners including subsector working group, local authorities: Ministry of women Affairs and Social Development, Ministry of Justice, and Ministry of health to strengthen GBV prevention and response through a coordinated referral pathway.

Program Development:

• Support the strategic direction of the WPE program by identifying emerging GBV trends, service gaps, and opportunities for innovation, and collaborate with the Program Manager to adjust strategies accordingly.
• Coordinate with the WPE Response Officer and MEAL Officer to conduct assessments and surveys (e.g., PDM, Safety Audits), and use findings to provide actionable insights for enhancing program quality and refining strategies.

Staff Performance Management, Learning & Development:

• Required for all positions with supervisory responsibility, if special considerations are needed (e.g. remote management), make this additive to the base language here.
• Hire, supervise, and build the capacity of Community mobilization assistant in relevant technical and management competencies.
• Develop and implement remote management capacity building approaches to build the strengths of the team in Zamfara and katsina.
• Coach, train, supervise and mentor direct-report staff, including communicating clear expectations, setting annual performance objectives, providing regular and timely positive and constructive performance feedback, and providing documented semi-annual performance reviews.
• Maintain open and professional relations with team members, promoting a strong team spirit and providing oversight and guidance to enable staff to successfully perform in their positions.
• Approve and manage all time, attendance and leave requests to ensure adequate departmental coverage; ensure monthly, accurate timesheet submission and carry out probationary reviews...
• Hold high-quality meetings with each direct report on a regular and predictable basis, at least monthly.
• Provide a measurable development plan including on-the-job learning with the aim of strengthening technical capacity, exchanging knowledge within the team and providing guidance on career paths.
• As required identify staff performance issues and work with Human Resources to document and address these in accordance with the National Staff Employment Policies.
• Maintain open and professional relations with team members, promoting a strong team spirit and providing oversight and guidance to enable staff to successfully perform in their positions.
• Promote and monitor staff care and well-being. Model healthy work-life balance practices. Support appropriate interventions in response to identified staff care needs of both national and international staff.
• Look for opportunities to support staff in their career growth, where appropriate. As part of succession plan and nationalization goals, identify, train and develop capability and capacity of national staff to successfully transition role and responsibilities, by the end of assignment.
• Adhere to and act in accordance with the IRC Global HR Policies and Procedures and communicates through word and example a high standard of compliance with all applicable policies and regulations.

Research, Learning and Analysis:

• Lead and support research initiatives to gather data on GBV trends, service delivery gaps, and community needs, ensuring that findings inform programmatic decisions and strategic adjustments.
• Analyze data from assessments, surveys, and monitoring activities (e.g., Post-Distribution Monitoring, Safety Audits) to identify patterns, challenges, and areas for improvement in GBV prevention and response programs and report to the program manager.
• Collaborate with the MEAL team to ensure robust data collection, monitoring, and evaluation processes that contribute to the continuous learning and improvement of WPE interventions.
• Ensure lessons learned and best practices from program implementation are documented and shared within the team and with relevant stakeholders, contributing to evidence-based advocacy and program enhancement.

Coordination & Representation:

• Meet with community-based workers, community mobilization assistant, Case workers, case management officer on a weekly basis to coordinate activities and work schedules.
• Communicate with the Program Manager on program progress, constraints, and identified needs.
• Assist Program Manager in designing a GBV Training Strategy and IEC materials.
• Liaise closely with other IRC sectors for additional training to benefit IRC staff and community members in consultation with the Program Manager
• In collaboration with protection M&E, plan and implement surveys and needs assessments as required.
• liaise with community leaders, government agencies, IRC program sectors and other appropriate agencies to ensure that the program is meeting their needs.
• Attend GBV sub-sector working groups meetings in field bases and encourage working group members to be active advocates on GBV issues affecting the state.
• Ensure that sub-sector working groups properly assess and prioritize needs and resources before taking deliberate action.
• In coordination with WPE Managers and prevention team, assess training needs of sub-sector working groups members and plan appropriate training.
• Ensure field staff are working closely with community leaders, government agencies, IRC program sectors, women’s groups, and other agencies in their operational area.
• Design, implement and evaluate quality GBV awareness raising sessions and training in a systematic and consistent manner by establishing GBV training procedures.

Qualifications
Education:

• University Degree in Social Work, Political Science, or a related field.

Work Experience:

• 3 years’ experience implementing GBV prevention programming including experience in emergency or post-conflict project management.

Demonstrated Technical Skills:

• Demonstrated experience in implementation GBV primary prevention activities like EMAP, SASA Together! And Advocacy

Demonstrated Managerial/Leadership Competencies:

• Excellent communication skills, cultural sensitivity, flexibility, ability to improvise, team player.
• Experience in using community based and participatory approaches.
• Experience in community mobilization and awareness creation.
• Experience in working in remote and hard to reach areas with limited amenities

Languages:

• Fluency in English and other languages desirable.
• Knowledge of the local language and context will be an added value.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Job Title: Projects Coordinator

Requisition ID: req55458
Location: Maiduguri, Borno
Sector: Program Administration
Employment Category: Regular
Employment Type: Full-Time
Open to Expatriates: No
Work Arrangement: In-person

Scope of Work

• The Projects Coordinator (PCo) is responsible for supporting project implementation and project health across the IRC Nigeria portfolio. S/he plays key role in activity implementation and budget management.
• The PCo should have a good knowledge and understanding of project cycle management with an emphasis on project implementation, learning and capacity building.
• The PCo reports to the Senior Projects Coordinator. As a key member Project Management Unit (PMU), the PCo must also maintain close working relationships with the Senior Program Coordinator(s) and Technical coordinators/managers; as well as the grants, finance and operational support units.

Responsibilities
Activity Implementation:

• Support the Senior Projects Coordinator in the implementation of projects, ensuring alignment to activity plans, procurement plans and budgets.
• Assist implementation teams with the development of detailed implementation plans and item forecasts.

Budget Management:

• Support the scheduling and coordination of BVA meetings, including documenting and tracking the completion of action points.
• Contribute to healthy project spending trends, using tools such as Power BI, Integra, budget versus actual reports.
• Design budget tracking tools, to support field coordinators and implementation teams analyze spending trends.

Project Cycle Meetings:

• Support the scheduling and tracking of project cycle meetings, including documenting and tracking the completion of action points.
• Actively participate in project cycle meetings and contribute to addressing root causes of over/underspending.

Coordination:

• Support internal coordination mechanisms, including monthly coordination meetings, and ad-hoc meetings between sectors.
• Contribute to ongoing problem-solving and the establishment of systems and processes within the country program, focused on the new project management structure.

Strategic Planning:

• Participate in the implementation and review of the strategic action plan (SAP) for IRC Nigeria Country Program reflecting field realities
• Participate actively in the Country Leadership Group.

Others:

• Lead the identification of capacity gaps among senior outcome managers across all field bases.
• Provide systematic training, coaching and mentoring to senior outcome managers to ensure they are able to effectively deputize field coordinators.

Key working relationships:

• Position Reports to: Senior Projects Coordinator
• Other key contacts: Field Coordinators, SAMs, Technical leads, Sector Leads, Finance leads, Supply Chain leads.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree preferred (management-related or general operations preferred);
• Minimum of five years’ experience managing operations and/or projects in INGOs in developing countries.
• Demonstrated management and leadership skills, including team management and staff development.
• Experience in Project management, Project implementations, Budget tracking preferably in conflict-impacted settings.
• Excellent management, organizational, interpersonal, and cross-cultural communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical and decision-making skills, preferably including negotiations and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Flexibility, ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Fluency in English.
• Commitment to IRC Way.

Computer/Other Tech Requirements:

• Proficiency in MS Office software suite – including Word, Excel, Power BI, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Experience working with databases and/or other tracking systems.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Job Title: Clinical Health Officer - Internal

Location:  Yola, Adamawa
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• The Clinical Health Officer is responsible for planning, coordination, implementation, and monitoring of the IRC’s Health and SRH services and activities related to the health emergency arising from the impact of flooding in the assigned health facilities in Numan LGA.
• He/She is also responsible for ensuring adherence to the implementation of program activities according to nationally accepted standards.
• The health Officer will report to the Senior Health Officer, with dotted lines report to the Health Manager.

Responsibilities
Program Management, Technical Quality, and Strategy:

• Ensure quality of clinical and non-clinical service provision in health sites according to MOH, WHO or international standards through communication of standards, assessing and monitoring performance against standards and guiding and motivating staff to meet and maintain standards
• Provide coaching and supportive supervision to MoH staff.
• Organize and oversee training of MoH staff on cholera case management.
• Ensure surveillance tools are put in place and data submitted in a timely manner to inform decision making.
• Monitor quality standards through conducting supervision of clinical services and sites (eg. Clinical practice, client satisfaction, client numbers, provider-client interaction, management of stock, record-keeping, adequate infrastructure, functioning equipment)
• Identify performance gaps and design interventions and develop action plans to manage activities and improve quality of services
• Maintain documentation of relevant information and communicate to decision-makers when necessary
• Maintain infection prevention and control within and around the facilities
• S/he will collect weekly morbidity reports and monitor disease trends in order to preposition adequate supplies as may be required.
• Reviewing clinical incidents including root cause analysis and action plan in collaboration with providers
• Provide timely updates to service providers on clinical guidelines
• Establish and adhere to supervision schedule

Program Development:

• Contribute to donors’ reporting whenever necessary.
• Ensuring budgets are used appropriately and efficiently and spending is in line with the IRC financial procedures and donor requirements.
• Ensure data collection, data compilation, timely preparation and submission of all internal reports, weekly reports, work plan including weekly and other associated monthly, quarterly, donor and special reports.

Staff Performance Management, Learning & Development:

• Required for all positions with supervisory responsibility, if special considerations are needed (e.g. remote management), make this additive to the base language here.

Research, Learning and Analysis:

• Monitoring health program implementation.
• Monitor diseases outbreak resulting from the impact of flooding and timely actions.
• Monitor closely the morbidity and mortality trends together with all the other health indicators to ensure that prompt actions are taken.
• Provide weekly activity reports.
• Attend meetings concerning overall health program issues in the designated LGA.
• Monitor and promote integrated programming in a way that increases overall impact of health program at the community level.

Coordination & Representation:

• Attend all relevant meetings in relation to the health program as may be required and feed in the IRC priorities during meetings.
• Ensure IRC represented at the Public Health Emergency Operation Centre and provide update as required.
• Facilitate field visits for internal and external stakeholders, when required.

Key Working Relationships:

• Position Reports to:  Senior Health Officer
• Indirect/Technical Reporting: Health Manager
• Position directly Supervises: Health promotion and community engagement assistant, MoH Staff

Key Internal Contacts:

• Country Program:  Nutrition Officer, EH/WaSH Officer, Supply Chain Officer, Finance Assistant.

Region/Global:

• Key External Contacts:  NGO partners, ADSPHCDA, LGA and Community Stakeholders

Qualifications

• BSc in Nursing (Diploma in Nursing with adequate years of experience could suffice), additional certification in Midwifery is preferred.
• Must possess VALID practicing license and certificate.
• Minimum of three years’ humanitarian experience in clinical medicine, SRH or public health, emergency response preferably in an NGO setting.
• Proven experience in community-based programming with the ability to motivate and lead community structures (WDCs, CHIPS, CHVs).
• Experienced in report writing (highly recommended)
• Experience in training, capacity development, on the job coaching for team members/supervisees.
• Experience in community engagement activities and leading community dialogues
• Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive
• Ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, including grassroots community members, religious and youth organizations, and authorities at different levels.

Demonstrated Technical Skills:

• Good communication skills.
• Sensitivity to cultural differences and understanding of the social, political and ethical issues surrounding program delivery
• Ability to work well with others and to respect staff, subcontractors, consultants and recipients of assistance.
• Ability to manage tight deadlines and deliver on commitments.
• Good sense of integrity, service and accountability
• Work closely with the SHO and Health Manager in management of the grant budget
• Raise IFs as required after discussion with colleagues and follow up till delivery of items.

Demonstrated Managerial / Leadership Competencies:

• Oversee the implementation of quality PHC/SRH and emergency program activities at all IRC supported health facilities in Numan LGA.
• Routinely monitor MoH staff performance according to Primary health care guideline and provide feedback and guidance.
• Develop ongoing education programs for MoH staff and conduct training and on-the-job training for health.
• Support planning and implementing of the project activities and outputs at the field level to ensure the project achieves its objective of improving access to quality health services
• Track the performance of the project activities and targets against the expected results and advise on implementation process to ensure the project is progressing towards attaining its targets in each LGA.
• Identifying program gaps in the supported health facilities services with immediate solution for further necessary steps to address those gaps.
• Provide capacity building and on-job coaching to Facility staff on Antenatal care, delivery care, postnatal care, family planning counseling, STI counseling and treatment and post-abortion care in supported facilities.
• Support collection of stories and photographs that demonstrate the positive impact of the project.

Languages:

• Fluent in written/spoken English.
• Ability to speak local languages Hausa will be added advantage.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

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

Job Title: Health Promotion and Community Engagement Assistant

Location:  Yola, Adamawa
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• The community Mobilization assistant’s is responsible for the following major roles; the implementation of educational and promotional activities as well as conducting all community engagement activities related to Reproductive Health/Reproductive Health and emergency programming in Numan LGA.
• He/she will supervise and work closely with a network of community structures (volunteers, WDCs, CHIPS Agents).
• Design and lead efforts to improve community awareness and acceptance of reproductive health services. Implement community engagement efforts to improve women, girls, men and boys’ access to and use of reproductive health services.
• Position Reports to:  Health Clinical Officer
• Indirect/Technical Reporting: Senior Health Officer
• Position directly Supervises: MoH Staff
• Country Program:  WPE case management assistant, EH/WaSH Officer.
• Key External Contacts:  ADSPHCDA, LGA and Community Stakeholders.

Responsibilities
Program Management, Technical Quality, and Strategy:

• Conducts assessments and surveys in the community to identify trends and needs.
• Participation in the design, plan, and input to the work-plans, based on identified trends and needs.
• Implementation of community mobilization activities to specifically access “hard to reach” and vulnerable beneficiaries.
• Organize culturally sensitive educational and promotional activities to raise awareness on RH topics/services, including Family Planning, Mother and Neonatal health, Antenatal Care, and Postnatal Care, Awareness of STIs and infection prevention, Referral, emergencies and guidance for survivors of sexual assault.
• Contribute to the development of a variety of health education materials and tools to fit the context.
• Mobilize the community, women and girls, women’s groups, community groups etc. to increase awareness and service utilization, together with RH and GBV teams.
• Liaise with midwives and community health workers to track and monitor women/clients targeted by the program.
• Ensure the safe and confidential referral of identified survivors of sexual assault to GBV services.
• Organize meetings with community representatives, and target groups as needed.
• Engage community leaders, stake holders and influential members of the community in creating awareness and community support for Reproductive Health.
• Participate in the recruitment of community health volunteers, traditional birth attendants, Peer educators and Men champions.
• Training of community health volunteers and ward development committees on outbreak response.
• Supervise community volunteers and traditional birth attendants during planned community activities.
• Identify advocacy concerns, Initiate, and coordinate advocacy actions.

Program Development:

• Keep record of all the health education/promotional sessions (disaggregated by gender/ age/ IDP/Host etc.).
• Compile weekly summary of community mobilization activities.
• Responsible for compiling timely monthly community mobilization activity reports and data compilation
• Ensure that all distribution of community mobilization items is done in a timely manner according to distribution plan with relevant supporting documentations.
• Keep a record of distributed/used materials and provides a monthly stock report.
• Any other assigned task by supervisors.

Staff Performance Management, Learning & Development:

• Required for all positions with supervisory responsibility, if special considerations are needed (e.g. remote management), make this additive to the base language here.
• Research, Learning and Analysis

Coordination & Representation:

• Attend all relevant community level meetings in relation to the health program as may be required and feed in the IRC priorities during meetings.
• Facilitate field visits for internal and external community level stakeholders, when required.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse/midwife or CHEW. Additional qualifications in community engagement are a plus.
• Two years’ experience of working as a community mobilizer٫ or other similar position.
• Significant experience of stakeholders’ engagement.
• Experience with office management software like MS Office (MS Excel and MS Word, specifically)
• Strong organization skills with a problem-solving attitude
• Very good in time management and ability to work under pressure with high level of flexibility.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with close attention to detail.

Demonstrated Technical Skills:

• Good communication skills.
• Sensitivity to cultural differences and understanding of the social, political and ethical issues surrounding program delivery
• Ability to work well with others and to respect staff, subcontractors, consultants and recipients of assistance.
• Ability to manage tight deadlines and deliver on commitments.
• Good sense of integrity, service and accountability
• Work closely with the Health Clinical Officer and SHO in management of the grant budget
• Raise IFs as required after discussion with colleagues and follow up till delivery of items.

Demonstrated Managerial/Leadership Competencies:

• Oversee the implementation of quality PHC/SRH and emergency program activities at all IRC supported health facilities in Numan LGA.
• Routinely monitor MoH staff performance according to Primary health care guideline and provide feedback and guidance.
• Develop ongoing education programs for MoH staff and conduct training and on-the-job training for health.
• Support planning and implementing of the project activities and outputs at the field level to ensure the project achieves its objective of improving access to quality health services
• Track the performance of the project activities and targets against the expected results and advise on implementation process to ensure the project is progressing towards attaining its targets in each LGA.
• Identifying program gaps in the supported health facilities services with immediate solution for further necessary steps to address those gaps.
• Provide capacity building and on-job coaching to Facility staff on Antenatal care, delivery care, postnatal care, family planning counseling, STI counseling and treatment and post-abortion care in supported facilities.
• Support collection of stories and photographs that demonstrate the positive impact of the project.

Languages:

• Fluent in written/spoken English.
• Ability to speak local languages Hausa will be added advantage.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Job Title: Midwife Supervisor

Requisition ID: req55365
Location: Gwoza, Borno
Sector: Health

Background

• The International Rescue Committee has been in Nigeria since October 2012 and came in response to a widespread flood disaster. IRC’s Emergency Response Team, with its local partner, Civil Society Coalition for Poverty Eradication (SCOPE), implemented projects to support food security, livelihoods, nutrition, and WASH in Kogi State.
• At the beginning of January 2014, IRC shifted its geographical location to the Northeast, in Adamawa state to provide humanitarian response to the conflict-affected populations. In the Northeast, IRC has two operational offices in Adamawa state (Yola and Mubi) and three operational offices in Borno state (Maiduguri, Gwoza and Monguno).
• In both states, IRC is providing humanitarian support to internally displaced populations hosted in IDP camps, camp-like settings, host communities, and returnee populations.
• Currently, IRC Nigeria implements programs in Primary Health Care (PHC), Nutrition, Environmental Health (EH), Women Protection and Empowerment (WPE), Protection, Child protection, Education, Food security & livelihoods.
• With a background of poor Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn and Child Health (RMNCH) indices, made worse by the ongoing humanitarian crises and advent of COVID-19 pandemic; the RMNCH outcomes in Northeast Nigeria could face a downturn, without intensified intervention.
• Over the years, the IRC has provided comprehensive sexual and reproductive health services including Family Planning (FP), Antenatal Care (ANC), Basic Emergency Obstetric and Neonatal Care (BEmONC), Skilled birth deliveries, Post-Natal Care (PNC), treatment and prevention of Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs), Post Abortion Care (PAC) and Clinical Care for Sexual Assault Survivors (CCSAS).
• The IRC seek to engage the service of a midwife supervisor to support project implementation of quality SRHR services in Gwoza LGA.

Job Overview / Summary

• The Midwife Supervisor will support the implementation of the “Broadening Emergency and Graduation Efforts (BEGE) in Borno” project implemented in consortium with Mercy corps in Gwoza LGA.
• She will be supervising the reproductive health clinical activities and oversee facility and staff daily performance to ensure quality and timely delivery of rights based SRHR services while maintaining high level of ethical and professional standards.
• The position will be 100% based in Gwoza LGA.
• The Midwife supervisor reports directly to the Program Manager.

Specific Responsibilities
Clinical Supervision and Service delivery:

• Supervise and supports the provision of ALL reproductive health clinical services and consultations at the IRC’s comprehensive women centers (CWC).
• Support implementation of minimum initial service package (MISP) for SRHR in Gwoza.
• Provide ante-natal consultations, skilled birth deliveries and after delivery follow ups, post-natal consultations, family planning consultations, post-abortion care, clinical management of rape, syndromic management of STI, new-born vaccinations according to MoH/International protocol and liaising with the referral focal person about patients who need special care and referrals.
• Serve as the focal person for the clinical care for sexual assault survivors (CCSAS) and referral linkage for survivors.
• Provide counselling on family planning and provide FP commodities according to the client’s informed choice.
• Maintain infection prevention and control within and around the facilities.
• Ensure all facilities adhere to instrument processing and sterilization protocols.
• Keep inventories and supervise the use of medical devices, ensuring they are clean and follow up with logistics for regular maintenance.
• Ensure the availability of essential drugs and SRH supplies including family planning commodities.
• Liaise with the pharmacy warehouse to prevent stock out of essential drugs, other medical supplies while working with the Program Manager and RH Managers to procure other consumables required in the facilities.
• Being responsible for ensuring that all the administrative procedures, patients’ data and documents are filled in correctly and registered for compiling monthly reports reflecting the activity in the department.

Technical Support and Quality of Care Management:

• Ensure all SRHR services are in line with national/adopted protocols and RH policies and guidelines are well understood by midwives and other support staff in the facilities.
• Ensuring that all staff using medical devices are qualified and trained, cleaning and minor maintenance tasks are performed according to the protocols, reporting any malfunction to the project biomedical service.
• Ensure all the staff follow the established IPC standard and infection prevention protocol.
• Ensure all facilities adhere to instrument processing and sterilization protocols.
• Conduct quarterly clinical skills assessment for the midwives and follow up on areas that need improvement.
• Provide on-the-job training to all midwives and support staff, define their training needs, and support the Program Manager to implement them according to project objectives.
• Conduct periodic facility readiness assessment and follow-up on service point improvement action plan.

Staff Management:

• Routinely monitor, supervise staff performance according to their job description, conduct performance evaluation and provide written feedback in a timely manner.
• Monitor staff daily attendance to duty posts and ensure time sheets are correctly filled and submitted monthly.
• Ensure staff leave plan is followed and managed in a way that ensure smooth program continuity.
• Develop and manage monthly midwives and clinic support staff roster where applicable.

Representation, Project Implementation and Reporting:

• Focal person for intersectoral integration between Reproductive Health and Women Protection and Empowerment sector.
• Raises Item forecast and payment request for reproductive health program and provide information that will support BVA update.
• Ensure teamwork and maintain relationship with different sectors and government agencies.
• Responsible for validation of program data and timely submission to M&E on weekly basis.
• Work with M&E team to analyze data on a weekly/monthly basis, feeds information back to the program, and adapts strategies accordingly.
• Provide weekly/monthly activity reports to the supervisor.

Others:

• Consistently and proactively monitors and assesses the safety and security of the team; promptly reporting concerns or incidents to IRC management and liaising with community leaders and others external parties as required to maintain/enhance the security environment for IRC programs.
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor to enable and promote IRC programs.

Key Working Relationships

• Position reports to: Program Manager
• Position directly Supervises: Midwives and Clinic support staff
• Indirectly reporting: Reproductive Health Manager, Senior Reproductive Health Manager, Health Coordinator and Field Coordinator.
• Other Internal and/or external contacts: Health program staff and managers, and ALL other IRC sectors.
• External: Other partner NGO’s, MoH, SPHCDA, LGA PHC department.

Requirements
Educational Qualification:

• Registered Midwife (Bachelor's Degree in Nursing and Midwifery Science an added advantage)
• Must possess VALID practicing license by Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria.

Work Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years clinical experience as a Midwife working in an INGO.
• Experience in supervising staff at the primary health care level.
• Ability to work with displaced communities with diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds.
• Able to work in a location with basic living conditions and with limited communication options.
• Experienced in report writing.
• Strong clinical skills on relevant SRHR service delivery; FP, PAC, CCSAS, BEmONC, ANC/PNC and safe delivery.
• Full professional competency in Microsoft Office Suite, (especially Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) is highly recommended.
• Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive.
• Ability to independently organize work, prioritize tasks, respect and adheres to deadlines.
• Fluency in both English and Hausa (Hausa is an added advantage).

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
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Job Title: Access Safety and Security Officer

Location: Adamawa

Job Summary

• Under the direct supervision of the Humanitarian Access and Security Manager (HASSM), the Access Safety and Security Officer (ASSO), should assist Humanitarian Access and Security Manager to maintain, improve day-to-day security management plans in compliance with IRC’s strategy and in line with humanitarian principles, humanitarian needs, Duty of Care and Gender Equality principles.
• The post holder will provide expert advice to the IRC team in Mubi as well as visitors.
• He or She would assist the HASSM to identify changes and trends in the security environment in the areas of operations and will ensure that adequate and up-to-date policies and procedures are in place; ensure people have the information they need to manage operations, to identify issues, and to recommend and implement measures to reduce them.
• He or She will also support with the basic IT infrastructure in the office.

Major Responsibilities
Humanitarian Access Management:

• Work to ensure that IRC, its mission, and work within the operation is known and accepted by all relevant stakeholders.
• Assist HASSM to oversee and advise on the implementation and review of tailored access and acceptance strategies.

Safety and Security Management:

• Assist HASSM in organizing monthly Security Focal Group (SFG) Meeting.
• Give security briefings to newly hired staff and visitors.
• Enhance physical security measures of the IRC office in Mubi.
• Share Daily Security Reports and incidents via other available platforms.
• Work closely with HASSM to conduct Security Risk assessment for Mubi.

Liaison, Networking, Analysis:

• Establish and maintain relations and networks with relevant stakeholders in Mubi to enhance collaboration.
• Develop and maintain contact lists, stakeholder analyses and humanitarian access profiles in area of responsibility – Mubi.
• Assist HASSM on day-to-day operations related to security management and liaison with authorities and other entities for administrative and substantive staff, program, and organizational needs.

Context Understanding and Reporting:

• Monitor open sources to collect, compile and report information including incidents and trends pertinent to humanitarian access in area of responsibility – Mubi.
• Assist HASSM to monitor the operating environment, identify new threats, assess IRC vulnerabilities, and recommend possible responses and mitigation measures.
• Contribute to local-level conflict sensitivity analysis and macro- level analysis of trends in Mubi and environs.

Training and capacity building:

• Assist the HASSM to build up the capacity, awareness, and preparedness of staff to deal with security-related risks, threats, and incidents through the delivery of high quality, regular trainings/ briefings to national and international staff and IRC visitors when deemed necessary.
• Provide regular training for IRC staff on security preparedness, prevention, and response. Training(s) may include socialization sessions on SOPs; Contingency Plans (CPs); Security Management; Incident Reporting; Prevention and Response Mechanisms; and Communications.

Qualifications

• University degree in security studies, political science, or related field, preferred.
• At least to 2 years' experience of security management is required.
• Security management skills and experience with local or international NGO is required.
• Understanding of local context, dynamics, and access limitations related to gender, disability, religion, tradition, and local norms.
• Demonstratable experience as a trainer; ability to develop, implement, facilitate, and impart learning to a wide range of audiences.
• Flexibility, adaptability, culturally sensitive, team player.
• Fluency in spoken and written English.
• Females are strongly encouraged to apply.
• IT skills and expertise will be an added advantage.

Demonstrated Skills & Competencies:

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft office.
• Good relationship-building, interpersonal skills, and the ability to effectively represent IRC at forums and with external stakeholders.
• Proven ability to design and lead training engagements with staff to enhance skills and adapt to changing program demands.
• Ability to work under pressure and ensure staff abide with the security policies.
• Ability to independently organize work and prioritize tasks.
• Self-motivated, honest, responsible, and punctual.

Key working relationships
Reports to:

• Humanitarian Access Safety Manager Adamawa

Supervises:

• None.

Other relationships:

• Access Safety and Security Coordinator, local authorities, and NGO counterparts.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

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Job Title: Costing Consortia Manager

Job id: req55225
Location: Abuja
Employment Type: Full Time
Sector: Research & Development

Major Responsibilities
Project management:

• Create and track contracts, purchase orders, invoices, payments, and funds transfers.
• Track project revenue/spending against budgets.
• Schedule and coordinate meetings (e.g., monthly and quarterly Dioptra consortium working group, BUR team weekly meetings), including notetaking, follow-up engagements, and tracking action points.
• Maintain consortium folders, coordinate with consortium partners to migrate all folders to a secure workspace.
• Ensure users adhere to project and knowledge management guidance and, as needed, revise guidance.

Software management:

• Support consortium partners with software configuration, troubleshooting, and user queries.
• Manage software sprints according to budgets and timelines.
• Coordinate with consortium partners and software developers to test software features, issues, and fixes.
• Facilitate communication of software technical details between consortium partners and software developers.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure data accuracy and data protection within the software.
• Update software documentation with new release notes and help pages.
• Update the BUR and Dioptra websites.

Communications and Reporting:

• Track reporting requirements
• Draft reports and communications collateral
• Copy-edit public-facing collateral (e.g., research reports)

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in related field, or one or more of the positions’ focus areas, or equivalent professional experience;
• 2-3 years of similar work experience.

Demonstrated Skills and Competencies:

• Experience in large projects with multiple stakeholders at various organizational levels, including managing schedules and task priorities;
• Demonstrated proficiency in Excel spreadsheet data organization and analysis skills, for the purpose of validating/troubleshooting Dioptra analysis;
• Experience supporting budgets and in finance system and software management;
• Highly organized with proven time and project management skills;
• Excellent communication skills, including ability to provide feature demonstrations;
• Strong writing skills including demonstrated ability to write for non-technical audiences with a focus on advocacy;
• Ability to work as part of a remote team across time zones, cultures, and contexts;
• Excellence communication skills, cultural sensitivity, flexibility, ability to improvise, team player;
• Commitment to IRC’s core values.

Strongly Preferred:

• A software development background is helpful but not required;
• Fluency in spoken and written English required; fluency in French or Arabic highly desirable.

Working Environment:

• This role may require working remotely full or part-time and part-time remote employees may be required to share workspace.
• Applicants must have a home or alternate workspace they can effectively complete their work from during regularly scheduled work hours.
• Some international travel, as needed, up to 30%.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

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Job Title: Administrative Officer

Location: Zamfara

Job Overview

• Based in Gusau, Zamfara State, the Admin Officer will support the Administration Manager in overseeing the administrative operations for IRC in Zamfara.
• The Admin Officer will focus on managing day-to-day office activities, ensuring efficient coordination of travel and logistics, maintaining documentation, and providing general support to ensure the smooth running of administrative processes.
• This role contributes to creating a productive work environment and supports the field teams in meeting program objectives.

Responsibilities
Office Administration and Support:

• Assist in managing office operations in the Gusau office, including office maintenance, supplies, and logistics.
• Support the implementation of administrative policies and procedures.
• Provide administrative support to field teams, including purchase requests, managing office needs assessments, and other general tasks.
• Assist in maintaining an efficient filing system for all administrative documents.

Lease and Facility Coordination:

• Assist in overseeing lease agreements, including maintaining accurate records of lease terms, payment schedules, and lease renewals.
• Support in liaising with other departments to ensure leased properties are in compliance lease terms and IRC Standards.
• Travel and Logistics Support:
• Provide travel and logistics support for staff, including arranging hotel bookings and processing travel-related payments.
• Reconcile travel expenses and ensure that payments to service providers are made promptly.

Documentation and Compliance:

• Maintain up-to-date records of administrative activities, including reports, official communications, and transaction documentation.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations and IRC’s administrative policies.
• Assist the Admin Manager in preparing and submitting regular reports.

Financial Support:

• Assist in maintaining petty cash and monitoring expenses for administrative activities.
• Support in processing payments, purchase requests, and budget preparations.

Key Working Relationships:

• Reports to: Administration Manager
• Internal Contacts: IRC staff, field teams
• External Contacts: Partner organizations, hotels, government ministries, etc.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public or business administration, management, social sciences or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in an administrative role, preferably in a humanitarian or development setting.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of local languages and context in Katsina and Zamfara is an advantage.

Working Conditions:

• The position is based in Gusau, Zamfara State, Northwest of Nigeria

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
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