Consortium Lead at Plan International

Role Purpose

• The position will also ensure coordination between the 2 consortium partners (Plan International and Save the children in regards to the implementation of the EU project in the North Eastern Nigeria.
• The position will also support the development of the education portfolio in development Programme in areas such as Kaduna, Cross river and others where Plan International has development programs on going.

Dimensions of Role

• Based in the country office, the role will entail the development of the education portfolio, attend meetings with the different stake holders especially the global partners in education(GPE) and occasionally represent plan international in meetings at Abuja level in both development and humanitarian meetings.
• The role will also involve management of relationship with save the children the EU project consortium partner, regularly updating the grants team on the progress of the project to enable the grants team update the national office. The EU Project focuses on both formal and non-formal education including system strengthening for the existing structures from grass root structures as well as at state level and provision of livelihood opportunities for youth in the targeted locations.

Key Roles/Responsibilities

• Network with donors and national offices for funding opportunities for Plan International Education program.
• Ensure provision of timely and quality reports as per the requirement of the donor.
• Ensure sufficient and efficient management of projects’ budgets.
• Provide leadership and technical support including trainings to both Plan International and partner staff as well as the government.
• Manage relationship with the consortium partners.
• Ensures proper stewardship of Plan Nigeria resources, and adherence to government and donor policies and regulations.Develop a strategic plan for education program that contributes to in  the CS.
• Work in closely with the humanitarian team(EiE) for leverage to develop portfolio for education in programs. 
• Ensure timely submission of Purchase requests to the logistics and make follow ups with the logistics and procurement teams for the timely procurement of the project materials.
• Develop high quality proposals
• Perform any other project related duties as specified by the Supervisor
• Participates fully in strategic planning, annual planning and budgeting and other program planning processes, and ensures that implementing partners are involved where appropriate.
• Provides leadership and management for all direct reports and ensure the establishment of and functioning of a strong, effective and coordinated team.
• Coordinates the management of ongoing relationships with existing partners and where relevant, leverage those relationships to greater collective impact.
• Participates as an active member of the Country Management Team (CMT) that oversees the general management of the Country Program.
• Regularly communicates to the Education Unit on organizational priorities and key decisions as a member of CMT.
• Represents Plan International Nigeria with external stakeholders, by attending meetings, making presentations, and providing advice where necessary.
• Ensures that team members and all other colleagues uphold Plan shared values in all aspects of their work, perform their duties and functions in a collaborative, effective and supportive team environment.
• Coordinates with all other units as may be required for the support necessary to advance the work for education development.
• Identifies best practices and incorporates new ideas for building the education program.
• Leads the monitoring of partners’ progress in the implementation of program activities and expenditure.
• Ensures the integration of partners’ voice into program planning and the development of innovative projects.

Qualifications and Experience
Technical expertise, skills and knowledge:

• University degree or equivalent in Education, Social Science, Social Work, Psychology, or related fields
• Minimum of 5 years relevant working experience project management roles.
• 2 years’ experience managing EU or ECHO grants.
• Proven experience in quality and timely report writing.
• Experience working in emergency settings.
• Good knowledge and understanding of DO NO HARM principles and established international child protection standards (especially UNCRC)
• Experience with participatory approaches to education, emergency preparedness, crisis/emergency relief management, or other related area.
• Experience working with IDPs, and other vulnerable populations (ideal)
• Previous experience directly providing services to children at risk and victims of abuse, exploitation and violence

Skills & Knowledge:

• Strong ability to work independently, organize work, meet deadlines, maintain composure, prioritize work under pressure, coordinate multiple tasks and maintain attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills, creativity and flexibility
• Works well in and promotes teamwork, comfortable in a multi-cultural environment, flexible and able to handle pressure well.
• Languages: Excellent command of English language