Director General at a Reputable Non-Governmental Organisation

We are a non-governmental organization established for the promotion of peace, harmonious co-existence amongst all the peoples of Nigeria resident in Kano and Jigawa States, and for the promotion of good governance and the overall social and economic development of the two States.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Director General

Location: Kano
Availability: The position is available for an initial period of two years

Description

• The Director-General will be the chief operating officer of the organization in charge of the implementation of its policies and programmes.
• He/She will report to the Board of Trustees through the Management Committee of the organization.
• He/She will lead an initial small but dynamic team of staff, which will be expected to grow modestly within a few years.
• The successful candidate will be required to be in regular contact with a cross-section of the Kano and Jigawa communities, including youth groups, the business community, women groups, and government ministries and departments, as well as civil and community leaders and professional groups.
• The candidate will also be in regular contact with donor agencies and other development agencies within Nigeria and overseas.

Requirements

• The ideal candidate will have, as a minimum, a postgraduate qualification and a minimum of 10 years post-qualification experience, be computer literate, and be familiar with the workings of national and international development agencies.
• Candidates should be fluent in written and spoken English and Hausa languages.
• Any additional language skills will be an added advantage.

Remuneration
Compensation will be based on qualifications and experience, but will be competitive.

Application Closing Date
12th May, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications to: kanondabo2o@gmail.com using the job title as the subject of the mail.
Or
Applications should be sent to:
The Advertiser,
P.O. Box 4036,
Garki GPO,
Abuja.

Application Instruction

• Applications should include the curriculum vitae of the candidate and set out qualifications, experience, and working history, including current or last pay.
• Applicants should also provide the names of three referees who may be contacted to provide a confidential reference on the applicant.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview.