Partnerships & Local Rights Programme Manager at ActionAid Nigeria

Job Description

• The post holder will be responsible for leading, motivating and supporting the LRP team to plan and manage activities aimed at achieving the objectives of ActionAid Nigeria Partnerships & Local Rights Programmes in line with the Country Strategy Paper.
• S/he would be the liaison between the LRP team and other Strategic focus (programme) areas of AAN, take charge of AAN relationship and strategic engagement with partner organisations, MDAs and traditional institutions.

Person Specifications
Education/Qualifications:

• First degree in Social sciences or Arts/humanities is essential
• Master’s degree in relevant field is essential

Experience:

• Eight (8) years minimum working experience is essential
• At least four years’ experience in project management is essential
• Experience in community mobilization and engagement with government at State and local levels is essential
• Experience in social mobilization and campaign is essential
• Experience working with women groups and persons with disabilities is desirable

Skill/Abilities:

• Strong communication and writing skills
• Ability to maintain donor relationship and accountability in line with funding policies and standards.
• Strong analytical/problem solving skills.
• Excellent planning and prioritization skills
• Excellent Skills in Programme Information Management