ENGINE Program Officer at Mercy Corps

GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY:

The Program Officer will support the implementation of activities that transition girls in school or in informal education into economic activities. This position will ensure ENGINE implementation is responsive to marginalized Nigerian girls, their communities, state and non-state secondary schools, and other skill-based centers.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• BA/S or equivalent in education, management, social sciences, international development or other relevant field.
• A minimum of 2-3 years of experience in education, gender- focused, skills building program.
• Experience managing large-scale secondary education or school to work and especially targeting marginalized girls or young women programs required. Prefer expertise in at least one of the following areas: accelerated learning programs, Islamic and/or community-based education targeting community acceptance of girl’s education, increasing economic assets through savings clubs and links to financial institutions. Experience using SMS for training or messaging preferred.
• Experience working in a multi-organizational team (international and national partners) is a plus.
• Experience with private-sector led initiatives and DFID strongly preferred.
• Strong written and oral communication skills in English required, including report development, writing and editing. Hausa language skills preferred
• Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines and work independently and cooperatively with team members.
• Experience working with ministries and government officials, Ministry of Education experience preferred.