Localization & System Strengthening Manager at Terre des hommes (TDH)

Position Summary

The Localization and Systems Strengthening Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing and implementing Objective 3 of the project: enhancing the capability of CSO partners to deliver sustainable CP, GBV, and EiE initiatives. The role will involve conducting organizational capacity assessments, designing and implementing targeted capacity-building programs, supporting local partners in resource mobilization, and ensuring the overall strengthening of local systems and networks.

Main Responsibilities:

Qualification & Experience:

• Capacity Strengthening and Localization Support
• Lead organizational capacity assessments of the four CSOs to identify technical and operational gaps.
• Develop and implement tailored capacity-building plans, including training in CP, GBV, EiE, Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL), financial management, and governance.
• Provide ongoing mentorship and coaching to CSOs, ensuring continuous learning and development.
• Support CSOs in improving internal policies and systems, including child protection policies, safeguarding policies, financial controls, and human resource management.

Partnership and Coordination

• Serve as the primary liaison between Tdh and the four CSOs, ensuring smooth coordination and collaboration.
• Foster linkages between CSOs and relevant government agencies, donor organizations, and humanitarian coordination bodies.
• Represent Tdh in localization and capacity-building discussions at sectoral coordination meetings, particularly within the Protection and GBV Area of Responsibility (AoR).
• Facilitate knowledge-sharing platforms, workshops, and peer-learning sessions among CSO partners.

Quality Assurance and Monitoring

• Oversee the implementation of capacity-building activities and ensure alignment with project objectives and donor requirements.
• Conduct regular progress reviews and adapt capacity-strengthening strategies as needed.
• Work closely with the MEAL team to develop performance metrics to track improvements in CSOs’ capacities.
• Ensure adherence to localization principles, accountability to affected populations, and conflict-sensitive programming.

Advocacy and Sustainability

• Support CSOs in developing and implementing advocacy strategies to influence policy and funding for CP, GBV, and EiE at the local and state levels.
• Assist CSOs in resource mobilization efforts, including proposal development and donor engagement.
• Ensure sustainability of capacity-building initiatives by strengthening institutional memory and local ownership of interventions.
• Advocate for the integration of strengthened CSO structures into government-led protection and education systems.

Qualifications and Experience

• Master’s degree in international development, Social Work, Public Administration, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in humanitarian or development programming, with a focus on localization, capacity strengthening, or systems building.
• Proven experience working with and strengthening local organizations, particularly in child protection, GBV, or EiE.
• Strong understanding of the Nigerian humanitarian landscape, including government structures and policies relevant to protection and education.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver training and capacity-building initiatives.
• Excellent project management, coordination, and partnership-building skills.
• Familiarity with donor regulations, particularly SDC, and experience in working within consortium structures.
• Strong analytical, reporting, and presentation skills.
• Fluency in English required and knowledge of Hausa or Kanuri is an asset.

Core Competencies

• Strong leadership and strategic thinking abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and complex humanitarian environment.
• Commitment to localization, sustainability, and community-driven approaches.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and ability to maintain confidentiality.

Additional Requirements:

• Adherence to the Tdh Code of Conduct and commitment to upholding Child Safeguarding Policy and PSEA principles.
• Understanding and adherence to Tdh administrative and logistical regulations and procedures.
• Capacity to work within the framework of Tdh Nigeria\'s core values.
• Previous experience in a similar role in the Northeast is considered an asset.
• Understanding the local language(s) is an added advantage.
• Deliver any other tasks as assigned by his/her supervisor.

The tasks and responsibilities defined in this job description are not exhaustive and can evolve depending on the project\'s needs.

Hiring Conditions

• Applications will be processed on a rolling basis. 

Equal Opportunity Clause

Terre Des Hommes- Nigeria is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and celebrate the differences that make us unique. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including but not limited to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.