Humanitarian Youth Inspirator at ActionAid (AA) Nigeria

ActionAid (AA) Nigeria is an affiliate of ActionAid International, which is a global alliance of organisations working towards achieving a world without poverty and injustice in which every person enjoys the right to a life with dignity. As a large and visible development organisation, we work in more than 40 countries in Africa, Asia, Europe and America. Our expertise lies in community-led approaches to development and working through partnerships with the poor and other grass root organisations.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Humanitarian Youth Inspirator

Location: Maiduguri, Borno

Summary

• The post holder will be responsible for enhancing the capacities of partners, Activista, youth groups in implementation of the Youth in Crisis engagements as well as support the implementation of SPA II project actions.

Person Specifications
Education/Qualifications:

• First degree in Arts / Humanities / Social Sciences or other related field is essential.

Experience:

• At least two (2) years post NYSC experience, one (1) of which should be in youth related programme in the humanitarian/development sector is essential.
• Experience working with youth and youth groups is essential.
• Knowledge of and experience in developing effective campaigns is essential.
• Experience in working with diversified groups in rural and semi-urban areas is essential.
• Experience in advocacy and mobilization as well as using digital platforms and mediums is essential.

Skill / Abilities:

• Report writing and research skills
• Ability to provide capacity building and support to people with diverse backgrounds and different degrees of digital expertise.
• Excellent analytical and negotiating skills.
• Fluency in spoken and written English language.
• Highly numerate with excellent multitasking skills
• Excellent planning and prioritization skills
• Excellent (proven) interpersonal skills
• Experience in coordinating training/meetings
• Zealous and passionate about young people and movements.

Application Closing Date
31st December, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their relevant application as an MS Word attachment form to: Vacancy.Nigeria@actionaid.org using the job title of the position applied for and location (e.g. Humanitarian Youth Inspirator– Maiduguri, Borno) as the subject of the email.

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