LGA Team Leader at Multi Aid and Charity Initiative - 3 Openings

Multi Aid and Charity Initiative is a non-profit and humanitarian organization that advances equality for humans and supports children’s rights at all levels. We agree that every child has potential that needs to be nurtured. Multi Aid and Charity Initiative (MACI) is a registered non-governmental organization (NGO) which has been implemented in the BAY states since 2020 in fulfilment of its humanitarian mandate towards contributing to the well-being and livelihood of vulnerable people citizens. Some areas of MACI’s humanitarian interest include but are not limited to; Protection, Gender-based Violence Girl’s Child Education, Women, and Youth Empowerment, Sexual and Reproductive Health Education, Food Security, Nutrition, Livelihood, Community Health Education and Mobilization, etc.
MACI’s principles include Neutrality, Impartiality, Professionalism, Independence, Accountability, and Humanity. MACI upholds to outlined set principles with the utmost respect and urges employees/partners to do the same. MACI is made up of a team of experts in responding to the humanitarian needs of populations in distress. And are always open to supporting and collaborating with other actors in the cause of delivering aid whenever and wherever necessary. Empowerment is instrumentally important for achieving positive development outcomes and well-being in life which lies in doing and being what one values and has reason to value. The organization takes pride as an equitable employer committed to finding all forms of discrimination and will never ask for any remuneration to take part in a recruitment process.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: LGA Team Leader

Locations: Adamawa, Borno, and Yobe
Employment Type: Contract

Job Description

• The LGA Team Lead will play a key role to oversee and coordinate the implementation of NIN enrolment initiatives in partnership with the World Food Programme (WFP) and National Identity Management Commission (NIMC).
• The LGA Team Lead will manage community engagement, supervise enrolment processes, and ensure smooth communication between all stakeholders involved.
• The LGA Team Lead Directly Report to the Program Manager with Indirect Report to the Program Coordinator.
• This role involves extensive community engagement, coordination with local authorities, and information dissemination to ensure the community is well-informed and actively participating in the enrolment process.

Responsibilities
Co-creation and Dissemination of Key Messages:

• Collaborate with WFP and NIMC to develop clear, accurate, and culturally appropriate messages for beneficiaries regarding NIN enrolment.
• Ensure the dissemination of these messages through appropriate channels to maximize reach and understanding among beneficiaries.

Awareness Raising:

• Inform beneficiaries about the basic requirements and supporting documents needed for acquiring a National Identification Number (NIN).
• Conduct educational sessions and distribute informational materials that outline the benefits of having a NIN.

Community Engagement and Scheduling:

• Organize and facilitate community meetings to discuss and determine the most convenient times and schedules for NIN enrolment activities.
• Ensure that enrolment schedules are well-publicized and accessible to all community members.

Community Mobilization:

• Identify and engage community leaders to act as advocates and provide attestation for beneficiaries where required.
• Mobilize local resources and support to aid in the enrolment process.

Supervision and Coordination:

• Oversee the entire NIN enrolment process within the assigned LGA, ensuring that it runs smoothly and efficiently.
• Provide on-the-ground support to resolve any issues that arise during the enrolment process.

Monitoring and Reporting:

• Monitor enrolment activities and collect data on progress, challenges, and feedback from beneficiaries.
• Compile and submit detailed reports to NIMC and WFP, highlighting any issues and recommending solutions for improvement.

Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Maintain effective communication with NIMC, WFP, community leaders, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment and cooperation.
• Facilitate regular meetings and updates between stakeholders to keep everyone informed and engaged.

Community Engagement and Mobilization:

• Establish and maintain connections with communities to mobilize members for engagement in community-based protection activities.
• Organize and participate in community engagements to determine the most suitable period and schedule for the onset of NIN enrolment.
• Mobilize community leaders to provide attestation on behalf of beneficiaries where required.

Additional Duties:

• Respond and adjust to flexible activity scheduling and logistical constraints related to public space management.
• Conduct other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

• BSc / BA / B.Tech / LLB  or HND or any equivalent Qualification from a recognized Institution
• Five (5) years of Progressively responsible experience in the Humanitarian sector
• Languages: English and Hausa languages. Knowledge of the local dialect is desirable

Core Values:

• Transparency
• Accountability
• Neutrality
• Reliability.

Application Closing Date
18th January, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note

• Female applicants are encouraged to apply.
• Deadline for submitting applications: Friday, 18th January 2025 by 11:59.