Country Director at Oxfam Nigeria

Oxfam is an international confederation of 17 organizations (affiliates) committed to creating a just world without poverty. In Nigeria Oxfam works in the areas of Economic Justice/Sustainable Livelihoods, Humanitarian Programming to save lives, Advancing Gender Justice and Good Governance, adopting a right based approach.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Country Director

Locations: Abuja, Nigeria
Contract: Fixed term - 2 Years
Internal Job Grade: B2, International

The Role

• The Country Director will lead and implement Oxfam’s Global Strategic Framework (2020–2030) in Nigeria, providing strategic vision and direction across humanitarian response, long-term development, advocacy, and policy influence. 
• This role is responsible for the overall strategic management of the Nigeria country program, ensuring the quality, relevance, and continuous improvement of all programming, alongside robust financial and human resource management in line with Oxfam’s standards, values, and policies.
• The Country Director will oversee a dynamic Country Leadership Team and manage an annual budget of €3 million. 
• This role will ensure that all operations align with Oxfam’s policies and compliance requirements, including the Code of Conduct, Security, Health and Safety protocols, and Nigerian legislation.
• Acting as Oxfam’s principal representative in Nigeria and the ECOWAS region, the Country Director builds and strengthens strategic alliances with government, international agencies, donors, civil society, and media. 
• The role also maintains high-level donor engagement, drives innovation across all programming areas, and ensures effective risk management across security, finance, compliance, and brand reputation.
• Reporting to the Deputy Director for Oxfam in Africa and accountable to the Country Forum, this is a critical leadership role in one of Oxfam’s most strategically important countries.

Requirements
What we're looking for

• The ideal candidate will be a strategic and inspirational leader with extensive experience operating within complex humanitarian and development contexts. 
• Demonstrated expertise in managing diverse, multi-disciplinary teams across geographically dispersed settings is essential, particularly with a leadership approach grounded in feminist and inclusive values.
• A strong track record in risk management, compliance, and maintaining high standards across financial oversight, safety, and operational delivery within an international NGO environment is required. 
• The position calls for high levels of political acumen and emotional intelligence to influence effectively at both national and regional levels, coupled with a nuanced understanding of power dynamics and the challenges confronting civil society actors in Nigeria and the broader region.
• Proven capabilities in building strategic partnerships, securing institutional funding, and engaging a wide range of stakeholders; including governmental bodies and community-based organization; are critical to success in this role. 
• Alignment with Oxfam’s core values of inclusion, accountability, empowerment, courage, solidarity, and equality is essential, as is a demonstrated commitment to advancing gender justice and leading with humility, clarity of vision, and boldness.

Why Join Us

• This is more than a leadership role; it’s an opportunity to shape the future of a nation and region. At Oxfam, you’ll be part of a global community driven by social justice, equity, and rights. 
• As Country Director, you’ll influence systems, strengthen partnerships, and lead humanitarian and development efforts that have the power to transform lives.

What we offer

• Oxfam provides a fair and transparent salary and benefits package, alongside robust support for personal and professional growth. 
• For internationally relocated candidates, a comprehensive global benefits package is included. You’ll work in a vibrant, inclusive environment where collaboration and innovation are key, and where your leadership will help create lasting change.

Salary and Benefits

• In line with Oxfam International’s pay range Includes core benefits and global entitlements for internationally relocated staff
• We believe flexible working is key to building the Secretariat of the future, so we’re open to talking through the type of working arrangements that might work for you.

Application Closing Date
16th June, 2025. at 23:59 GMT/BST/EAT

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

Note

• Clearly outlining your suitability against the key criteria detailed in the Job Profile for the Country Director, Nigeria role.
• Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.