Liaison Focal Point at The Big Smile Foundation

TBSF with support from United Nation Mine Action Service (UNMAS) seeking a highly skilled and experienced liaison focal point person to join our team. The successful candidate will act as the link between two or more organizations to ensure effective communication and coordination also responsible for building and maintaining partnerships with clients, stakeholders, and the community.

Location: Maiduguri, Borno State (Damboa, Konduga and Biu).

Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibility

Functions / Day to day activities:

• Establishing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders
• Facilitating effective communication between organizations
• Coordinating and organizing meetings and ensuring all necessary parties are aware of and invited
• Relaying and managing feedback, criticism or needs from one organization to another
• Ensuring accurate and timely communication of information between parties
• Resolving any issues, problems or requests from different parties
• Preparing reports to update relevant parties on the progress of projects or initiatives
• Ensuring compliance with company and industry regulations
• Identifying and striving to meet the needs of key stakeholders
• Promoting understanding between parties and creating a positive environment
• Perform other tasks assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Liaison focal point, Public Relations Officer or similar role.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to foster relationships with key stakeholders.
• Problem-solving skills and a customer-service orientation.
• A keen eye for detail and the ability to work under pressure.
• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to travel as necessary.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field.
• Must have a working laptop

Desirable skills:

• A demonstrated ability to multi-task and process information into action in a timely manner
• Language Proficiency: Fluent in English and either Kanuri or Hausa.
• Interpersonal Abilities: Strong interpersonal skills, capable of building effective relationships and maintaining effective communication with diverse community groups and stakeholders.
• Presentation Skills: Excellent presentation skills, with the ability to engage and captivate an audience.
• Organizational Competence: Outstanding organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines effectively.

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to work with a dynamic and growing organization.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.