Latest Job Vacancies at Diamond Development Initiatives, 13th June, 2019

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Diamond Development Initiatives (DDI) is a not-for-profit organization that provides technical assistance to communities and organizations, and serves as a conduit through which development agencies and other donors channel development assistance to rural communities and organizations that would have otherwise been unable to access or effectively manage such development assistance funds. Established in 2002, the main focus of the organization is to facilitate the growth, development and strengthening of small and medium-scale businesses at the grassroots particularly in agriculture and agro-based businesses. We are is recruiting to fill the position below:       Job Title: Project Officer Location: Biu, Borno Job Description

• Diamond Development Initiatives (DDI) invites applications for the position in order to implement the Stabilization and Reconciliation in the Lake Chad Region (STaR) Project in the North East.
• The project will contribute to the stabilization and reconciliation of areas most affected by the ongoing violence and negative impact of climate change in the region.
• STaR will target areas that are accessible and secure, and where the environment is most favorable for recovery and resilience.

Requirements

• A degree in Crop Production, Agronomy or related field
• At least 3 years of direct involvement in community development work
• Must be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing and have a high proficiency in the use of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word etc.
• Ability to speak Hausa and/or Kanuri will be an added advantage

      Job Title: Project Assistant  Locations: 2 positions in Adamawa & 1 position in Borno Job Description

• Diamond Development Initiatives (DDI) invites applications for the position in order to implement the Stabilization and Reconciliation in the Lake Chad Region (STaR) Project in the North East.
• The project will contribute to the stabilization and reconciliation of areas most affected by the ongoing violence and negative impact of climate change in the region.
• STaR will target areas that are accessible and secure, and where the environment is most favorable for recovery and resilience.

Requirements

• A degree in Crop Production, Agronomy or Agricultural Extension or any related field.
• At least 1 -2 years of direct involvement in community development work.
• Must be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing and hove a high proficiency in the use of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word etc.
• Ability to communicate in Hausa and/or Kanuri language is an added advantage.

      Job Title: Finance & Admin Assistant  Location: Adamawa Job Description

• Diamond Development Initiatives (DDI) invites applications for the position in order to implement the Stabilization and Reconciliation in the Lake Chad Region (STaR) Project in the North East.
• The project will contribute to the stabilization and reconciliation of areas most affected by the ongoing violence and negative impact of climate change in the region.
• STaR will target areas that are accessible and secure, and where the environment is most favorable for recovery and resilience.

Requirements

• A degree in Accounting, Business administration or related field. Relevant professional qualification will be an added advantage e.g. ICAN, ACCA.
• At least 5 years of experience with a reputable NGO or donor agency.
• Knowledge of grant and donor fund management.
• Knowledge in the use of QuickBooks and other accounting software.
• Must be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing and have high proficiency in the use of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word etc.

      Job Title: Project Coordinator Location: Yola, Adamawa Job Description

• Diamond Development Initiatives (DDI) invites applications for the position in order to implement the Stabilization and Reconciliation in the Lake Chad Region (STaR) Project in the North East.
• The project will contribute to the stabilization and reconciliation of areas most affected by the ongoing violence and negative impact of climate change in the region.
• STaR will target areas that are accessible and secure, and where the environment is most favorable for recovery and resilience.

Requirements

• A Master's degree in Crop production, Agronomy, Extension or related field.
• At least 5 years of direct involvement in community development work.
• Must be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing and have a high proficiency in the use of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and Power point.
• Evidence of practically managing similar project or have held such position in the past.
• Familiarity with the culture and terrain and farming methods of the North East.

      Job Title: Monitoring & Evaluation Officer Location: Adamawa Job Description

• Diamond Development Initiatives (DDI) invites applications for the position in order to implement the Stabilization and Reconciliation in the Lake Chad Region (STaR) Project in the North East.
• The project will contribute to the stabilization and reconciliation of areas most affected by the ongoing violence and negative impact of climate change in the region.
• STaR will target areas that are accessible and secure, and where the environment is most favorable for recovery and resilience.

Requirements

• Degree in a Agric. Economics, Extension, Statistics or related fields.
• At least 3 years of direct involvement in providing monitoring and evaluation support for related programs.
• Must be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing and hove a high proficiency in the use of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word etc.
• Ability to speak Hausa and/or Kanuri will be an added advantage.

      How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should send their Cover Letter to: [email protected] Using the "Job Title" as the subject of the mail.   Application Deadline 21st June, 2019. Note: Only short-listed applicants will he contacted.

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