TY Danjuma Foundation recruitment in Nigeria, July 16th 2013

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The TY Danjuma Foundation - The Foundation works with community based organisations and non-governmental organisations in Taraba and Edo states as well as all other States in Nigeria, including the
Federal Capital Territory to improve health, enhance quality education and support income generation as a means towards the eradication of poverty. In addition to making grants the TY Danjuma Foundation provides technical support, convenes partners and brokers the formation of beneficial relationships among NGOs, CBOs etc. in its thematic areas.

The TY Danjuma Foundation is looking to appoint a number of dynamic skilled, knowledgeable, experienced, talented staff to fill vacancy. We are expecting to welcome hardworking development-oriented and compassionate individuals with high personal ethical and moral standards to join its young, highly motivated and hardworking team. Familiarity and dexterity with computer packages, electronic tools and the virtual environment are basic requirements for all positions in addition to the specialised requirements of each position.

Job Title: Senior Programme Officer
Location: Abuja
Responsibilities

• The Senior Programme Officer is responsible for providing technical and programmatic support to Programme Officers and will work closely with the Programme Manager.

Requirements
The Officer must possess the following attributes among others:

• Ability to hold self and others to high quality team and individual work standards;
• Ability to work as part of a team;
• Ability to work under the pressure of tight deadlines;
• Resourceful, creative, and able to work independently;
• Mature interpersonal style, ability to interact well with a diverse range of people;
• High integrity and social values
• Master’s degree at the minimum or any other additional educational qualification in any field of the Foundation’s thematic areas (Health, Education & Income Generation);
• Minimum of eight years work experience in project implementation and policy analysis. Experience in a non-profit organisation is required;
• Knowledge of social development and social policy issues;
• Report writing, Data Acquisition and Analysis skills
• Experience in evidence based research and analytical work;
• Publication/s is an added advantaged;
• Practical skills in managing project lifecycle including ability to define programme
• objectives, monitor and evaluate progress;
• Ability to communicate and relate effectively with persons at all levels
• Computer skills e.g. Microsoft Office products. Extensive skills with Excel and PowerPoint a necessity;
• Interest and willingness to work and travel to rural communities.

Job Title: Education Programme Officer
Location: Abuja
Responsibilities

• The Programme Officer will work as part of the programme team implement the education goals of the Foundation’s strategic plan.
• Work as part of the programme team to develop and implement the Foundation's education strategies;
• Carry out grants review process for education related grant requests and full proposal reviews;
• Conduct regular research on the Foundation’s initiatives;
• Produce regular written updates on the education strategies, challenges and opportunities for internal and external distribution;
• Participate in various activities of other focal areas of the Foundation;
• Reviews and responds to inquiries on education and offer professional advice to potential grantees and grantees;
• Assess grantees progress reports and maintain effective relationship with education grantees;
• Monitor major developments in the Nigerian education sector and related public policy;
• Represent the Foundation at meetings.
• Carry out any other tasks/responsibilities as may be assigned by supervisor/s from time to time.
  

Requirements
The Officer must possess the following attributes:

• Ability to hold self and others to high quality team and individual work
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to work under the pressure of tight deadlines
• Resourceful, creative, and able to work independently
  
• Mature interpersonal style, ability to interact well with a diverse range of people
• High integrity and social values
• Bachelors’ degree required. Masters degree in education, or related field is preferred
• Minimum of five years professional work experience on policy analysis and development on education. Experience in a non-profit organisation preferred
• Knowledge of education and education policy issues preferred
• Excellent writing skills
• Experience in managing research
• Deep knowledge of evidence based education research and principles of replicating and scaling successful educational models
• Practical skills in managing education related project lifecycle including ability to define programme objectives and evaluate progress
• Computer skills e.g. Microsoft Office products. Extensive skills with Excel and PowerPoint required;
• Interest and willingness to travel to rural communities.

 Job Title: Income Generation Programme Officer
Location: Abuja
Responsibilities

• The Programme Officer will work as part of the programme team to implement the income generation goals of the Foundation’s strategic plan.
• Work as part of the programme team to contribute to develop and implement the Foundation's Income Generation strategies;
• Carry out the grants review for income generation related grant requests and full proposal reviews;
• Conduct regular research on the Foundation’s initiatives;
• Produce regular written updates on the Income Generation strategies, challenges and opportunities for internal and external distribution;
• Participate in various activities of other focal areas of the Foundation;
• Review and respond to inquiries on Income Generation and offer professional advice to potential grantees;
• Assess grantees progress reports and maintain effective relationship with Income
• Generation grantees;
• Keep up to date with development in the Income Generation field in Nigeria and related public policy;
• Work with the Monitoring and Evaluation Officer to monitor Income Generation grants;
• Represent the Foundation at meetings.

Requirements

• Ability to hold self and others to high quality team and individual work
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to work under the pressure of tight deadlines
• Resourceful, creative and able to work independently
• Mature interpersonal style, ability to interact well with a diverse range of people
• High integrity and social values.
• Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree in the Social Sciences, or related field is preferred
• Minimum of five years professional work experience on policy analysis and development
• Experience in a non-profit environment preferred
• Excellent writing skills
• Experience in managing research on Income Generation programmes
• Deep knowledge of evidence based Income Generation research and principles of replicating and scaling successful models
• Practical skills in managing Income Generation related project lifecycle including ability to define programme objectives and evaluate progress
• Computer skills e.g. Microsoft Office products. Extensive skills with Excel and PowerPoint required
• Interest and willingness to travel and work in rural communities.

Job Title: Administrative and Training Officer
Location: Abuja
Responsibilities

• The Administrative and Training Officer will provide effective and efficient administrative and training support for the Foundation.
• To assist in providing effective and efficient management of the Foundation’s general office administration (including but not limited to recruitment, selection, staff continuing education and development, discipline, staff relations for optimum productivity in a conducive environment
• Implement and monitor support services, including procurement of supplies and services
• Organise meetings and prepare minutes
• Produce major/complex reports for management, as and when required
• Oversee legal, safety and other compliance requirements
• Manage record-keeping and related activities
• Oversee facilities, technology, and materials utilized in the department, coordinating with appropriate services;
• Implement operating policies and procedures
• Manage the on-going operational, and staffing activities of the department
• Assist in the administration and maintenance of the Foundation’s moveable assets (including motor vehicles, furniture and equipment
• Supervise the administration of employees’ welfare services
• Perform other duties from time to time, including the general administrative support to other departments as required.

Requirements

• Ability to hold self and others to high quality team and individual work
• Ability to adhere to procedures
• Ability to work under the pressure of tight deadlines
• Resourceful, creative and able to work independently
• Mature interpersonal style, ability to interact well with a diverse range of people
• High integrity and social values.
• Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree in Social Science, or related field is preferred
• Minimum of five years with progressive authority and experience in administration or operations
• Proven office organisational and file management skills, strong ability to multi-task
• Demonstrated understanding of computer software programs and excellent IT knowledge and computer literacy skills; including networking, databases, email etc
• Familiarity with office policies and procedures of an effective organisation
• Well-developed writing skills
• Good personal/interpersonal skills such as: communication; teamwork; self motivation
• Ability to prioritise, plan and organise work in a busy environment
• Understanding of health and safety issues in the workplace
• Willingness to work flexibly in response to changing organisational requirements
  

 Job Title: Executive Assistant
Location: Abuja
Responsibilities

• The Executive Assistant will work directly with the Executive Director to ensure smooth, professional administrative support and outcome oriented co-ordination of the Executive Director’s office in particular and the Foundation in general
• Review incoming mails and take appropriate action as assigned by the Executive Director
• Answer telephone, take messages, and refer calls
• Schedule appointments; track deadlines
• Organize and maintain files, including databases
• Manage the Executive Director’s correspondence including drafting correspondences etc
• Manage Executive Director’s travels e.g. prepare itineraries, process travel expense, local expense reports
• Prepare meetings and oversee actions including budget, invitations, travel arrangements, funds liquidation and expense reimbursements
• Manage the Executive Director’s Office administrative budgets
• Perform miscellaneous duties as required
  

Requirements

• Good memory and high patience level
• Ability to work under pressure and capable of working extra hours whenever necessary
• Capable of handling difficult situations and giving spontaneous ideas whenever required
• Demonstrated ability to exercise good judgment, use diplomacy, maintain confidentiality, and discern sensitive issues
• Ability to manage time effectively by planning, organizing and setting reasonable priorities; including attention to detail, meeting tight deadlines and good follow through
• Resourceful, creative, high integrity and social values, including; gentleness, wit,kindness, pleasantness and discretion.
• Possess at least a Higher National Diploma in Secretarial Studies or university degree. Other additional educational qualification will be an advantage
• At least five (5) years working experience in similar position;
• Excellent computer skills
• Knowledge and dexterity with handful of virtual packages platforms and tools including, windows, page mailer, Photoshop and search engines
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills

Job Title: Assistant Programme Officer
Number Required: 3
Location: Abuja
Responsibilities

• The Assistant Programme Officer works as part of the programme team. The Assistant Programme Officer provides additional programme and technical support as required to reach the goals of the Foundation.

The Assistant Programme Officer works with the Programme Officers to:

• Develop the programme’s goals and support the Foundation’s objectives through grant making and other activities;
• Sustain an accurate working knowledge of the programme strategy, current trends, and developing policy issues pertinent to the programme area;
• Conduct background research on prospective grantees and their capabilities, including on-site visits;
• Review and assess proposals for consideration and to solicit proposal reviews from qualified organisations when appropriate;
• Conduct discussions with prospective grantees, review reports, compose and submit evaluations of projects to the board;
• Represent the Foundation at meetings as required and prepare meeting summaries;
• Monitor projects, communicate regularly with grantees, and assist projects as needed, including appropriate on-site assessments of projects; review and approve grantee requests for grant disbursement and project amendment;
• Draft correspondence and other miscellaneous duties as required;
• Perform any other tasks or duties, including logistics and administrative support, as assigned by Management from time to time.
  

Requirements
The Assistant must possess the following attributes:

• Ability to be a team player
• Ability to work well under the pressure of tight deadlines
• Ability to receive and give feedback
• Mature interpersonal style, ability to interact well with a diverse range of people
• Bachelor’s Degree in Humanities, Arts, social Science, Education or Medicine
• At least three years professional experience in the development sector and implementing projects
• Demonstrated knowledge in desired areas of responsibility
• Relevant work experience with demonstrated skills in PC applications (Word, Excel, Power Point, and Publisher), statistical analysis
• Highly developed interpersonal as well as organizational skills required
• Excellent verbal communication and written skills necessary
  

Job Title: Finance and Administrative Assistant
Location: Abuja
Responsibilities

• The Finance and Administrative Assistant provides general support for financial and administrative operations and works directly with the Finance and Admin Officers.

The Assistant will assist the Finance & Admin Officers to:

• Provide finance and administrative support for all programme and other activities of the Foundation
• Work with and communicate with service providers and lead general procurement processes
• Ensure proper record keeping and cataloguing of financial and Administrative documents and files
• Provide regular updates to the Finance and Admin Officers on all aspects of finance and admin
• Compose and or type confidential materials and correspondences, including memos and reports for the Officers
• Review, analyses and reports on departmental budgets and expenditures
• Answers questions and provides information on Finance and Admin matters
• Sets up, revises and maintains confidential personnel and financial files
• Provide adequate financial and Admin information, reports and documents as may be required
• Assist in preparing monthly budget and retirements of all cash advances
• Performance of any other tasks that may be requested by the Finance and Admin Officers or the Management from time to time.

Requirements

• Ability to work as a team player
• Ability to work well under the pressure of tight deadlines;
• Ability to receive feedback;
• Mature interpersonal style, ability to interact well with a diverse range of people.
• University Degree in Finance, Business or Public Administration preferred
• PC proficiency including intermediate level skills using PowerPoint, word processing and spread sheets. Type with speed and accuracy
• At least three years professional experience in a similar position
• Demonstrated knowledge in desired areas of responsibility
• Demonstrated ability to compile basic data and other information into a usable format
• Ability to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision
• Highly developed interpersonal as well as organizational skills required
• Must have excellent analytical, verbal communication and written skills

Job Title: ICT/Library Intern
Location: Abuja
Responsibilities

• The ICT and Library Intern will work as part of the Communications team of the Foundation to improve the ICT environment and experience of the Foundation.
• Manages the ICT tools, processes etc.
• Assist to manage the use of the Foundation’s library facilities, resources, equipment, and services, and provide information about library policies
• Recommend materials and help individuals find information that they need
• Search standard reference materials, including on-line sources and the Internet, in order to answer clients' reference questions
• Keep records of circulation of books and publications
• Support the development of library policies and procedures in collaboration with the IMO
• Design information storage and retrieval systems, and develop procedures for collecting, organizing, interpreting, and classifying information
• Develop and index databases that provide information for library users
• Perform any other tasks or duties, including logistics and administrative support, as may be assigned by the supervisor or Management from time to time.

Requirements

• Ability to work as part of a team
• Demonstrates acceptance of responsibility; shows pride in work performed
• Demonstrates flexibility in acceptance of assignments and schedules
• Maintains professional behaviour and appearance
• Exhibits dependability and willingness to learn
• Creative and Flexible.
• HND or Bachelor’s Degree in ICT related field; other qualification would be an advantage;
• Demonstrable knowledge of ICT tools management is required;
• One to two years of post-qualification experience
• Demonstrable knowledge in desired areas of responsibility
• Demonstrated skills in PC management and software applications: Word, Excel, Power Point and Publisher
• Demonstrable skills in basic IT maintenance and troubleshooting
• Social networking skills
• Good verbal and written skills

Job Title: Interns
Locations: Abuja, Taraba, Edo
Numbers Required: 5
Responsibilities

• An intern works with a variety of officers under supervisors and mentors while working on real projects
• Assist team in identifying process improvements
• Provide administrative and general logistic support to officers assigned to
• Provide programmatic support to thematic officers assigned to
• Assist supervisors in the preparation of payment requests and funds liquidation
• Providing support in monitoring media mentions, generating summaries from same
• Data entries for Monitoring and Evaluation exercises
• Note taking and compilation of meeting minutes as assigned
• Any other duty as may be assigned by Management.
  

Requirements

• Ability to work as part of a team
• Demonstrable acceptance of responsibility; shows pride in work performed
• Demonstrable flexibility in acceptance of assignments and schedules
• Maintains professional behaviour and appearance
• Exhibits dependability and willingness to learn
• Creative and Flexible.
• A graduate in any field of learning
• At least one year of professional experience (NYSC)
• Strong written, verbal, analytical, and interpersonal skills
• Must display maturity and a high level of professionalism
• Must be detail-oriented and possess excellent follow up skills
• Working knowledge of computer software application
• Must be flexible and able to work overtime when required
• Must be organized and work well with constant priority changes
• Familiarity with social networking sites desired
• Interest in non-profit management and community development
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to communicate effectively.

Job Title: Volunteers
Location: Abuja, Taraba
Requirements

• Volunteers require personal characteristics similar to Interns. The working hours are flexible and negotiable.
• The Foundation encourages volunteers from all ages.
• The Foundation wishes to provide a dynamic work experience.

Remuneration
The Foundation offers stipends.



Job Title: Consultant
Location: Abuja
Conditions: 3 months renewable
Reponsibilities

• The consultant will work directly with the ED’s office and support the strategic planning exercise.

Requirements

• Expertise in organisational development, strategic planning, research writing and facilitation is required
  

Remuneration
Salary: Negotiable based on experience and history.

How to Apply
If you are interested and consider yourself suitable for any of these positions, please send an email to: [email protected] with:
A 2-page CV which speaks directly to the position of your interest
An application letter (not more than 2 pages) stating why you think you are suitable for the position and what value you hope to bring to the Foundation if given the opportunity.
The subject line of the email should state the position for which you are applying

Application Deadline 24th July, 2013.

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