Program & Advocacy Officer at Human Rights Advancement, Development and Advocacy Centre (HURIDAC)

Human Rights Advancement, Development and Advocacy Centre (HURIDAC) is a regional non-governmental organisation in West Africa. HURIDAC strategic intervention focuses on issues that relates to Rule of law, Election and Human Rights; and the protection of the Environment. Established in 2014, the organisation currently operates in Nigeria, Sierra Leone and The Gambia.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Program & Advocacy Officer

Location:  Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Summary

• We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Program and Advocacy Officer (PAO) to manage and implement our programs.
• The PAO will be responsible for developing project proposals, managing programs , implementing advocacy activities , coordinating with partners and stakeholders, monitoring and evaluating program activities, and ensuring that projects are implemented on time, within budget, and to a high standard.

Responsibilities

• Manage and implement HURIDAC's programs
• Develop and implement advocacy strategies to advance HURIDAC's policy goals
• Monitor policy developments and conduct research and analysis to inform advocacy efforts
• Develop project proposals in collaboration with team members
• Draft and disseminate advocacy materials, including policy briefs, reports, and press releases
• Coordinate with other team members and partners to ensure effective advocacy campaigns
• Contribute to the development of strategies and plans for HURIDAC's programs
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and donor requirements
• Represent HURIDAC at relevant meetings, conferences, and events
• Draft and disseminate advocacy materials, including policy briefs, reports, and press releases
• Coordinate with other team members and partners to ensure effective advocacy campaigns
• Monitor and evaluate the impact of advocacy activities and adjust strategies as needed
• Coordinate with partners and stakeholders to ensure effective implementation of projects
• Monitor and evaluate program activities to ensure that they meet project objectives and are implemented in accordance with organizational policies and procedures
• Prepare regular progress reports for management and other stakeholders
• Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders, including policymakers, civil society organizations, and the media
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Minimum of Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field (e.g. Human Rights, International Development, Social Sciences, etc.); Master's Degree preferred
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders
• Experience building and maintaining relationships with policymakers, civil society organizations, and the media
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong organizational and time management skills
• Fluency in English is required, proficiency in French language is a plus.
• At least 3 years of experience in resource mobilisation; managing programs and implementing advocacy activities, preferably in the NGOs and charity sector.
• Excellent project management skills, including budgeting and financial management, monitoring and evaluation, and report writing
• Experience developing project proposals and engagement with donors
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover Letters to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Application Deadline  30th April, 2023.

Note

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• HURIDAC is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status