#Vacancy: Deputy Executive Director Job at Partnership Opportunities for Women Empowerment Realization

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Job Title: Deputy Executive Director

Company: Partnership Opportunities for Women Empowerment Realization

Location: Nigeria

Job Type: Full Time

Qualification: BA/BSc/HND

Job Field: Administration/ Secretarial

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Partnership Opportunities for Women Empowerment Realization (POWER) is a non-governmental organisation, not for profit-making organisation that works to empower women in Nigeria economically. POWER's major projects are: Project Awake (economic empowerment of women in agribusiness), GLOW (Giving Life Options to Widows) and PPA4W (POWER Political Advancement for Women). The Founder of POWER is Barr. (Mrs.) Obioma Liyel-Imoke.

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Job Description:

The DED would support the ED to:

-    Coordinate the process of defining POWER's priorities towards achieving its mission & vision

-    Develop, communicate and assess priorities in the light of a rapidly changing external landscape

-    Manage key relationships with POWER's key stakeholders, encourage open dialogue and actively foster collaboration between/among them

-    Foster effective team work among the staff

-    Report to Board of Directors on organizational performance against POWER's strategic objectives and annual work plans and budget

-    Ensure the implementation of policies as approved by POWER Board

-    Initiate and coordinate strategic thinking/planning processes in consultation with the board.

-    In liaison with the Finance Manager, to implement a financial system, develop sustainable financial models for the organization, including identification and exploration of potential alternative income streams, e.g. through revenue generating/fee-based programs

-    Partner with Managers of Programs, develop and implement a fundraising strategy and develop key donor relationships

-    Work with the Finance and Admin manager , the finance staff and key program staff and the Board to prepare a comprehensive annual budget

-    Participate in fundraising activities as appropriate

-    Administer the funds of the organization according to the approved budget and monitor the monthly cash flow of the organization

-    Provide the Board with comprehensive, regular reports on the revenues and expenditure of the organization

-    Ensure that the organization complies with all legislation covering taxation, pension and other withholding payments as necessary

-    Work with the ED and F&A in determining staffing requirements for organizational management and program delivery

-    Recruit staff that have the right technical and personal abilities to help further the organization's mission

-    Ensure the implementation of the human resources policies, procedures and practices including the development of job description for all staff and capacity building plans

-    Ensure that staff, systems and other resources are aligned to deliver high impact outcomes and operational efficiencies

-    Develop an operational plan which incorporates goals and objectives that work towards the strategic direction of the organization

-    Oversee the efficient and effective day-to-day operation of the organization

-    Coordinate the design of new projects and proposals/initiatives and the process of grant seeking for the implementation of same by the private sector, development partners and other relevant stakeholders.

-    Establish appropriate mechanisms for the monitoring, evaluation and impact assessment of POWER program activities.

-    Oversee the planning, implementation and evaluation of the organization's programs, services and special projects

-    Establish good working relationships and collaborative arrangements with stakeholder groups, funders, politicians, and other organizations to help achieve the goals of the organization    

-    Key Deliverables

-    The DED will be expected to achieve the following key deliverables among others:

-    Ensure delivery and achievement of activities in the strategic plan (ensure the development of one where no adopted one exists)

-    Ensure financial sustainability of POWER

-    Represent POWER adequately locally and in the international community

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Required Education, Skills & Experience:

-    A University Degree or HND in Sociology, Social Works or Public Health from a recognised university

-    Ability to work independently and take initiative

-    Ability to work under pressure and flexibility to adapt to changing priorities/timelines efficiently

-    Result-oriented team player and ability to lead teams and work collaboratively

-    Ability to communicate persuasively and effectively

-    Excellent written and oral English in addition to strong interpersonal communication skills

-    Proficiency in computer softwares including MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel and databases as well as use of new media platforms

-    Innovative fund raising skills and experience

-    Basic marketing and public relations (PR) skills

-    Knowledgeable on child protection issues (CRS Child protection Act/Law 2009) as well as adolescent reproductive health

-    Ability to mobilise resources through concept development and proposal writing

-    Ability to build an efficient/effective team

-    Must have at least 5 years post graduation experience in working on women's issues especially economic empowerment.

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