Program Officer Job at FHI 360 Nigeria

Started by jobnavy, Jun 25, 2012, 03:01 PM

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Job Title: Program Officer (Four Pillars PLUS)

Req ID: 2871

Location: Benue State, Nigeria

Type: Nigerian National Only

Organisation: FHI 360, Nigeria

Sector: Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO)

Description:

The FHI 360 Four Pillars PLUS "Improving Girls Secondary Education" in Nigeria project aims to improve the quality and relevance of secondary education for girls and other vulnerable children (OVC) and boost retention rates in Benue State, Nigeria. The project will offer scholarships, girls' mentoring, teacher training, and encourage community participation to address the complex barriers to education for girls and OVCs. The project will also support the transition of girls from secondary school to the formal workforce with training and internships. This is a 3 year project with funds provided annually.

The Project Officer will be responsible for providing overall technical support, advice and guidance to staff as well as overall supervision of technical and financial responsibilities. The Project Officer will ensure that all donor deliverables are met on time and with quality, and will perform all the responsibilities and duties related to supporting beneficiaries in secondary school, vocational training and internship programs.

Minimum Recruitment Standards:

•   Msc. degree in Sociology, Psychology or related field, with a minimum of 5 years' experience with increasing responsibility in the educational sector or working with OVCs.

•   Or Bsc. degree in Sociology, Psychology or related field, with a minimum of 10 years' experience with increasing responsibility in the educational sector or working with OVCs.

If you are interested in working with the organisation and your skills and capabilities match the job profile, submit your application now.

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Program Officer Job