International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES) Jobs in Abuja, 9th May 2017
International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES), a reputable
international NGO that supports the building of electoral democracies
with support from USAID, seeks a qualified applicant to fill the vacant
position below in its Abuja office:
Job Title: Program Coordinator
Location: Abuja
Responsibilities
- Responsible for assisting in developing, design and
implementation of program activities; assist in designing election
related manuals; providing support to Civil Society organization in
program implementation; drafting Perform other responsibilities as
assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in any of the Social Sciences, International Relations;
- Minimum of 2 years of experience, preferably working with international NGOs on democracy and governance projects preferred.
- Experience working on USAID, DFID and other donor funded projects
- Excellent interpersonal, communication (oral and writing) skills
- The ability to remain organized while handling multiple tasks under tight deadlines;
- Ability to complete tasks with supervision;
- Excellent communication skills in order to be able to work with IFES program and administrative staff to identify and resolve issues;
- Must value operating in a collaborative and cooperative environment;
- Ability to show initiative, good judgment, and resourcefulness.
- Computer proficiency in Microsoft
- Willingness to travel within Nigeria.
- Highest consideration will be given to applicants who demonstrate strong and proven track record in elections related projects.
Job Title: Program Manager
Location: Abuja
Responsibilities
- Responsible for developing, design and implementation of program
activities; designing election related manuals; providing support to
Civil Society organization in program implementation; drafting briefing
and strategy papers, and programmatic reports.
- Supervise and mentor program staff. Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor and/or Chief of Party.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in any of the Social Sciences, International Relations; Master’s degree preferred
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in international development with at least 5 in elections, democracy and governance projects.
- Ability to complete tasks with limited supervision
- Business awareness and numerical ability
- Willingness to adhere to all principles of confidentiality
- Must value operating in a collaborative and cooperative environment
- Ability to show initiative, good judgment, and resourcefulness
- Conduct himself/herself with integrity and function ethically
- Willingness to travel within Nigeria.
- Experience in designing, developing, implementing and evaluating workshop/training.
- Effective leadership skills
- Experience working on USAID, DFID and other donor funded projects
- Experience in project management and training is highly required.
- Computer proficiency in Microsoft
- Excellent interpersonal, communication (oral and writing) and presentation skills
- The ability to remain highly organized while handling multiple tasks under tight deadlines
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their application, current resume and cover letter to:
[email protected]
Note: Only applications sent by email will be considered and shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Application Deadline 25th May, 2017.