NGO Capacity Building Officer at the Northern Nigeria Education Initiative Plus (NEI+) - Creative Associates International (UPDATED)

Creative Associates International is a dynamic, fast-growing global development firm that specializes in education, economic growth, democratic institutions and stabilization. Based in Washington, D.C., Creative has a field presence in more than 15 countries with a strong client portfolio that includes the U.S. Agency for International Development and the State Department, among others. Since its founding in 1977, Creative has earned a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: NGO Capacity Building Officer

Location: Abuja

Project Summary

• The Northern Nigeria Education Initiative Plus (NEI+) project works to improve the quality of and access to education in Northern Nigeria, equitably and sustainably.

Position Summary

• The NGO Capacity Building Officer will be responsible for implementing activities to increase community awareness and support of schooling in targeted non-formal education and alternative education learning center communities. This includes implementing a small grants program to enable CSOs to establish community coalitions and learning centers, building the capacity of CSOs and executing awareness campaigns to strengthen the community’s demand for education.

Reporting & Supervision

• This position is housed in Abuja, Nigeria, reporting to the Community Mobilization Officer.

Primary Responsibilities

• Establishes and trains new Community Coalitions or other local education support groups and committees
• Provides partner CSOs with day-to-day mentoring on project design, implementation, and monitoring.
• Supports the consistent application of training materials to strengthen CSO organizational management, HR and financial systems and provide technical support in community mobilization.
• Engages and serves as program focal point with CSOs and supported communities.
• Coordinates donor, stakeholder, and field staff visits to CSOs and communities.

Desired Skills and Experience

• At least 5 years of experience in community outreach or community mobilization
• Demonstrated experience managing community engagement campaigns, preferably in the education sector
• Experience with international organizations’ community grants mechanisms
• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing capacity building plans in culturally, politically, and security sensitive environments
• In-depth understanding of the role of civil society in development
• Demonstrated capacity in managing staff
• Bachelor’s Degree in International Development, Communications, Social Work, or other related field. Master’s Degree preferred.

Application Closing Date
30th November, 2015.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send a short Cover letter and CV to: [email protected]

Note:

• Local and regional candidates are encouraged to apply.
• Candidate should indicate the position for which he is applying for in the Subject of the email.