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]