Program Officer at American University of Nigeria (AUN)

Locations: Mubi and Adamawa - Yola
Department: Program
Employment Status: Full Time (Project)
Report to (Supervisor): Conflict Management Specialist
Supervises:Youth Engagement Assistants
Slot: 2 Positions

Job Summary

• The American University of Nigeria, Yola, is seeking for Program Officers. This position is a local position and opens to indigenous and/or legal residents of Nigeria.

Position Background

• Program Officer will monitor and report on all project activities in support of the project. H/she will also provide assistance to the targeted beneficiaries.

Primary Responsibilities

• Support implementation of the programs within the scope of the project.
• Involve in community mobilization, targeting, and tracking target beneficiaries.
• Conduct regular field visits to beneficiary communities and update project activities in the field.
• Attend stakeholders meetings with partners and stakeholders in the field.
• Support in periodic monitoring and observation of project communities and timely report any foreseen conflict at an early stage.
• Any other duties may be assigned by the Project Director.

Position Requirements

• Degree in Conflict Resolution, Project Management, or other related fields.
• At least a minimum of 2 years of experience in conflict-focused projects.
• Good level of computer literacy (primarily in Microsoft Office packages).
• Fluent in local languages and English.

Description of Benefits

• Salary and benefits are commensurate with experience and job classification as approved by the University.

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