Experts: Nigeria Governance Programmes at DAI

Objective of the Programme:

DAI is preparing for a programme in Nigeria designed to strengthen public sector accountability and governance, as part of an overarching anti-corruption approach. The programme will support more accountable, effective and evidence informed governments, both centrally and sectorally. We are looking for experts with extensive experience in public service delivery, public sector management, and public administration management.

In that regard, DAI is currently recruiting for a number of different positions, such as:

Public Service Delivery Expert

• Over ten years of experience in designing and implementing innovative public service reform initiatives
• Experience advising Nigerian Government Departments and Ministries on broad civil reform strategies and initiatives
• Experience in assisting key ministries to develop understanding of broad government policies, procedures, and mechanisms
• Knowledge of capacity building and training programme development, specifically related to civil service reform
• Ability to assess needs and develop capacity building initiatives related to promoting transparency, anti-corruption measures and leadership development

Public Sector Management Expert

• Over ten years of experience in innovative public sector management, modernisation and/or organisation
• Experience in supporting strengthening of key ministries to define and carry out their core business, formulate and execute polity, and manage day-to-day operations, including the ability to manage change
• Experience in formulation and implementation  of long-term sustainable development strategies and policies at the regional, national or sectoral levels
• Comprehensive knowledge of public accounting and budgeting and experience with expenditures frameworks
• Experience in organisational development, human resource and performance management on federal and decentralised levels

Policy Expert

• Over ten years of experience in public policy design and implementation
• Experience of working with policy makers and other relevant stakeholders, including civil servants, research organisations, and others, in the development of evidence based policy options, policy programming and policy monitoring
• Experience of working with parliament or legislature as a policy expert
• Experience of working with national anti-corruption agencies and other relevant stakeholders, including civil society
• Experience in the design and implementation of governmental M&E systems
• Knowledge of youth  and gender policy issues in Nigeria
• Experience of managing a competitive grant scheme
• Experience of political economy research and analysis

General Requirements:

• Minimum 10 years of experience in public sector reform, public service delivery and public policy
• Experience of working in Nigeria or other relevant regions
• Experience with international donor-funded projects (preferably DFID)
• Advanced degree in Public Policy, Public Administration, International Development or other relevant technical field
• Strong oral and written English communication skills

Anticipated Project Start Date: February 2016
Project Duration: 5 Years
Project Location: Nigeria
Deadline for Application: 21st September 2015