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.