ActionAid Jobs in Nigeria, September 2016


ActionAid is a global movement of people working together to further human rights and defeat poverty for all.  ActionAid Nigeria (AAN) is inviting applications from qualified candidates to fill the
following positions in a new Nutrition project (subject to funding) to be based in Adamawa, Yobe and Borno States.


Job Title:  Finance Coordinator
Job Description

  • The person will be responsible for managing financial activities and reporting for the zone. 
  • He/she will also be responsible for supporting Local NGOs on proper financial records and documentation.
Qualification and Experience:
  • A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related discipline and
  • Seven years (7) work experience; three of those years must be in a similar position.
  • Relevant professional qualification is also desirable. 


 Job Title:   Nutrition Coordinator
Job Description
  • This position will be responsible for the effective delivery of CMAM( in-patient and out-patient) in the project states, support training of volunteers on SAM screening, ensure quality of Anthropometric data collected and provide overall training, education and compliance of IYCF and hygiene practices.
Qualification and Experience: 
  • HND/B.Sc. degree in Human nutrition/Dietetic, Postgraduate Degree in Public health Nutrition/Dietetics is required with five years (5) work experience; three of those years must be in a similar position. 
  • Ability to speak in Hausa language will be considered as an added advantage.


 Job Title:   Project Manager
Job Description
  • The person will be responsible for overall program management in the zone with both operational and programmatic responsibilities.
  • The Program Manager bears final responsibility for meeting program deliverables by both National NGOs and Local NGOs. 
  • S/he is also responsible for advocacy and coordination activities.
Qualification and Experience:
  • A Degree in Social Sciences or Humanities, Project management Certification,
  • Postgraduate Degree in Public health Nutrition/Dietetics and
  • eight years (8) work experience; four (4) of those years must be in a similar position.


Job Title:  Grant Coordinator
Job Description
  • The person will be responsible for managing the grant as well as supporting grants management activities of sub-grantees.
Qualification and Experience:
  • A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related discipline and
  • Seven years (7) work experience; three of those years must be in a similar position.
  • Relevant professional qualification is also desirable.


Job Title:  Logistics Coordinator
Job Description 
  • The person will be responsible for managing supply chain logistics of RUTF and routine drugs up to the field level for the program. 
  • He/she will also be responsible for coordinating with relevant partners to ensure effective supply chain management. 
  • The candidate will also support office logistics.
Qualification and Experience:
  • A Bachelor’s Degree in Administration or related discipline and
  • Seven years (7) work experience; three of those years must be in a similar position. 


Job Title:  MEAL Coordinator
Job Description 
  • The Person will be responsible for all monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning activities under the grant for the respective zone.
Qualification and Experience: 
  • A Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics or related discipline and Seven years (7) work experience; three of those years must be in a similar position.


Job Title:  State Program Officers - 3 positions
Job Description
  • The person(s) will be responsible for facilitating program deliverables and implementing programs while working closely with the NNGOs and LNGOs.
Qualification and Experience:
  • A Bachelor’s Degree relevant and three years (3) of work experience in a similar position.


Job Title:   Storekeepers - 3 positions
Job Description
  • The persons will be responsible for keeping track of store items and office supplies. 
  • They will ensure proper scheduling,record keeping, and inventory control, receive items and ensure that items are restocked in good time.
Qualification and Experience:
  • A Bachelor’s Degree relevant and three years (3) of work experience in a similar position.


Job Title:   Drivers - 4 positions 
Locations: Adamawa (2), Yobe & Borno
Job Description
  • The post holders will be responsible for transporting food items and other project materials within the zonal offices.
Qualification and Experience: 
  • Secondary school Certificate with a minimum of 4 credits O level examinations. 3 years working experience preferably with an NGO is essential.

 Job Title:  Security Officer
Job Description
  • The Person will be responsible for working with relevant security institutions in the state to provide daily security update and information to the program to ensure safety of staff and program property. 
  • S/he will also be responsible for organizing basic security training and safety protocols that promotes safety of staff and program property.
Qualification and Experience:
  • A Bachelor’s Degree relevant and three years (3) of work experience in a similar position.


How to Apply
All interested candidates should send in their Curriculum Vitae to [email protected]. Subject line of emails should clearly state position applied for and the State of preference otherwise application will not be considered e.g. Nutrition Coordinator – Adamawa.

ActionAid offers competitive terms of employment. Applications from women are particularly welcome. Applications are also particularly welcome from candidates living with HIV/AIDs (PLWHAs). Only short listed candidates will be contacted