SPARC (DFID) Recruiting Logistics and Security Manager

The State Partnership for Accountability Responsiveness and Capability (SPARC) is a major programme funded by the United Kingdom government’s Department for international Development (DFID) assisting the Nigeria Government to build on governance reforms already under way in 5 states (Enugu, Jigawa, Kaduna, Kano and Lagos). In 2011, three more states (Katsina, Yobe and Zamfara) were added to the portfolio of states supported by SPARC.

We are looking for a professional  to join the SPARC team, a new senior position based in Abuja.

Job Title: Logistics and Security Manager

Responsibilities
Responsibilities include assisting the National Finance & Administration Manager and supporting the five State Finance & Administration Managers, and three state Technical Coordination Managers in:

• Logistics arrangement for all SPARC offices – staff & consultants
• Security of the whole programme
• Journey management for all SPARC offices
• Ensure that logistics & security systems in place are updated and functional &
• General logistics & security administration – as directed by the National Finance & Administration Manager (NFAM). Copied from: www.hotnigerianjobs.com

The Job requirements are as follows:

• University degree, preferably sociology, human resources management or other relevant educational background combined with relevant management experience; a degree in a security related background will be an advantage.
• Minimum 5 years experience in logistics / security for International organizations (Donor Funded), of which minimum of 2 years at supervisory grade.
• Proactive approach and the ability to think “outside the box” when developing solutions and strategies; independent, self-driven, able to handle multi-tasks and detail minded
• Team player who requires minimum supervision; able to communicate with staff of all levels and cultural backgrounds, strong analytical and negotiation skills. Copied from: www.hotnigerianjobs.com
• Political, legal, security and cultural awareness from working experience in Nigeria
• Proven skills and experience in report writing
• Good command of written and spoken English
• Computer literate.

How To Apply
If you believe you have both the skills and experience required to enhance our current offering, please send your CV along with a brief outline of key points for our consideration to hr@sparc-nigeria.com on or before Thursday 29th March 2012 quoting ref: application for LSM.
Interviews will be held in April 2012. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Further information SPARC can be found at www.sparc-nigeria.com