Careers at Plan International USA

Type of Role: 3 year fixed term contract with the possibility of extension
Location: Abuja with local and some international travel
Reports to: Regional Director
Salary: Circa US$69,000 plus comprehensive benefits package
Proposed start-date: July 2014
Closing Date: 7th May 2014

Requirements

• Demonstrable progressive experience in international development
• Demonstrable knowledge as a result of study, training or practical experience on the key debates in development and emergency response methods and effectiveness
• Knowledge of Nigeria; the geopolitical factors affecting child-poverty in the country and the political, social and environmental opportunities for change is an advantage
• Knowledge of the requirements of donor compliance and financial management
• Knowledge of programming in volatile environments with good understanding and appreciation of the historical, security context, political environment, economic, social/religious and humanitarian context in Nigeria or a comparable environment.
• Proven skills in the development and management of effective and motivated teams, including distance management
• Effective working with and through partners (Gov, LNGO, INGO, private entities, etc.)
• Communications, comfortable with the media, presenting and arguing a case
• Proven analytical skills in isolating and tackling priorities
• Fluent in English