Deputy Executive Director at Partnership Opportunities for Women Empowerment Realization (POWER)

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.

POWER is recruiting to fill the position of:

Job Title: Deputy Executive Director

Location: Cross River

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

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

Application Closing Date
30th November, 2014

Method of Application
Interested candidates should e-mail a copy of their CV with a digital passport photograph embedded at the top of the CV. Use the job title in your e-mail subject line. Send your e-mails to: [email protected]