Project Director at American University of Nigeria (AUN)

Location: Maiduguri, Borno
Department: Atiku Center
Nature of Employment: Project Assignment
Duration: 1 (One) Year

Position Summary

• The Project Director is responsible for meeting the project’s technical objectives, managing financial resources, managing program staff, maintaining good working relationships with host government officials and local partners, managing donor reporting and ensuring high-quality delivery of services.
• The Project Director reports to the Administrator of Grants, Contracts and Programs at AUN.

Requirements

• Master's degree or equivalent experience in organizational development, public health, public administration, business administration, international development, or other relevant field preferred;
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in program management at senior management level is required 3-5 years in Nigeria
• Experience in gender issues including SGBV, livelihoods, required.
• Aptitude/experience in supervising staff and the ability to mentor subordinates;
• Knowledge and understanding of the development sector in Nigeria preferred
• Fluency in English and working knowledge of Hausa required.
• Knowledge and experience of working in the Northern region of Nigeria will be an added advantage.

Description of Benefits

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