Programme Officer Security Sector Reform at ECOWAS Commission

Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is recruiting for the position of:

Job Title: Programme Officer Security Sector Reform
Reference: ECW-COMM/REC/PKRS-P/001/2012


Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Department: Political Affairs, Peace & Security
Directorate: Peacekeeping and Regional Security
Grade: P3
Annual Salary: USD 36,901 - USD 44,469
Supervisor: Head of Division Regional Security


Job Description

Located in the Regional Security Division of the Department of Political Affairs, Peace and Security. The incumbent reports directly to the Head of Regional Security Division. The Programme Officer, Security Sector Governance and Reform, provides technical support to the development and implementation of ECOWAS Security Sector Reform policy and strategy.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists the Head of Regional Security Division in providing technical and capacity building support to the Commission;
• Provides advice on planning, implementation, coordination, monitoring and evaluation of Security Sector Reform programmes/projects in programme countries and at regional level;
• In the absence of the Head of Regional Security Division, monitors all communications, forward critical communications to the Head of Regional Security Division, and responds to or forwards communications to other staff where appropriate;
• Assists in policy development, including the review and analysis of issues and trends, preparation of impact evaluation or related studies;
• Supports and contributes to the development and production of documentation and written materials relating to the programme;
• Assists in programme information dissemination and implementation of communication strategy;
• Coordinates and manage sall financial disbursements for the programme in compliance with financial accountability requirements;
• Coordinates with the Head of Regional Security Division on procurement, contracting, and financial issue.
• Assists the Head of Regional Security Division by tracking and reporting programme expenditures on regular basis;
• Undertakes other duties as assigned by the Head of Regional Division.

Qualifications/Experience/Skills

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a field relevant to work.
• A higher degree in the relevant field may substitute for two years of professional experience.
• Minimum of five years relevant professional experience
• Experience and knowledge of the Commission and its mandates will be an advantage
• Prior experience in research, analytical and problem-solving responsibilities highly desirable
• Must be fluent in one of the official languages of the Commission; English, French and Portuguese. A working knowledge of another would be an advantage.
• Candidates should not be 50 years old or over at the point of recruitment and must be a citizen of one of the ECOWAS member states.

Competencies (Skills, Knowledge and Abilities)

• Communication: Excellent communication skills, written and spoken as well as ability to draft or edit a variety of written reports in English (French is desirable), including summaries and briefing notes. Ability to ask questions to clarify, exhibiting interest in having two-way communication; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
• Teamwork: Works collaboratively with ECOWAS colleagues to achieve organizational goals; proactively develops partnerships with other institutions, public and private, securing effective cooperation; solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others, and able to work in multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment, working with transparency and building trust and confidence with colleagues and staff members.
• Planning & Organizing: Good organizational skills and ability to independently
• Computer skills: This post requires proficiency in the use of the computer, including internet research, e-mail communications, word processing using the software currently in use, and the application of other software commonly used in the functional area.

Application Closing Date
31st October 2012

Method of Application
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