Jobs at Global Peace Development

Job Summary

• The Accountant will be responsible for supporting the effective financial management of state’s programs and operations at Damaturu and Ughelli offices.
• The role ensures accurate financial record-keeping, compliance with organizational financial policies, and adherence to donor requirements, while supporting transparent and accountable use of organization and donor funds.
• Additionally, the Accountant will work closely with the Finance Manager, Program Teams, and Field Coordinators to manage day-to-day financial transactions, support budgeting and financial reporting, and ensure compliance with internal controls and donor regulations across assigned state.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records in accordance with GPD’s financial policies and procedures.
• Process and record all financial transactions, including payments, receipts, and petty cash management.
• Prepare monthly financial reports and support donor financial reporting requirements.
• Support budget preparation, budget tracking, and expenditure monitoring for projects and office operations.
• Ensure compliance with donor guidelines, organizational financial controls, and audit requirements.
• Maintain proper filing of financial documents, vouchers, receipts, and supporting documents.
• Assist in internal and external audits by providing required financial records
• Work closely with Program and Admin teams to ensure accurate financial planning and reporting.
• Ensure timely retirement of advances and proper documentation of expenses.
• Perform any other finance-related duties assigned by the Finance Manager or Management.

Qualifications and Experiences

• Minimum of HND or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Accountancy
• At least 3 years of relevant accounting or finance experience
• Knowledge of donor compliance and financial reporting requirements is an added advantage.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel
• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles and financial controls.
• High level of integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and meet reporting deadlines.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

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Job Summary

• The Livelihood Intern will support the design, implementation, and monitoring of livelihood and economic empowerment interventions within the state.
• The role provides practical exposure to community-based livelihood activities aimed at improving income generation, resilience, and self-reliance among women, youth, and vulnerable populations in project communities.
• Additionally, the Intern will support field activities, beneficiary engagement, reporting, and documentation, while gaining hands-on experience in development programming, community engagement, and results-based project implementation.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of livelihood and economic empowerment activities in project communities.
• Assist in mobilizing and engaging beneficiaries, including women, youth, and vulnerable groups.
• Participate in field visits, community meetings, trainings, and sensitization sessions.
• Support data collection activities, including baseline, monitoring, and post-intervention assessments.
• Assist in documenting success stories, lessons learned, and best practices from livelihood interventions
• Maintain accurate records of beneficiary data and activity outputs in line with project requirements.
• Support coordination with community leaders, local authorities, and relevant stakeholders at the field level.
• Adhere to GPD’s safeguarding, accountability, and code of conduct policies during all activities
• Perform any other tasks assigned by the Livelihood Officer or Program Manager in support of project objectives

Qualification and Experience

• Minimum of ND, HND, or Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Economics, Development Studies, Sociology, Business Administration, Social Sciences, or any related field.
• Demonstrated interest in livelihoods, economic empowerment, community development, or humanitarian/development work.
• Willingness to participate in fieldwork and community engagement, including travel to project locations.
• Basic skills in data collection, documentation, and report writing.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English; knowledge of local languages is an advantage.
• Willingness to learn, adaptable, and able to work under supervision in a team environment
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel.

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Job Summary

• The WASH Intern will support the planning, implementation, and monitoring of Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) interventions in the state.
• The role provides hands-on experience in community-based WASH programming aimed at improving access to safe water, promoting hygiene practices, and strengthening sanitation outcomes in vulnerable and conflict-affected communities.
• The Intern will work closely with the WASH Officer and Program Team to support field activities, community mobilization, data collection, monitoring, and documentation, while gaining practical exposure to development standards, including community-led WASH approaches and public health promotion.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of WASH activities in project communities, including water supply, sanitation, and hygiene promotion interventions.
• Assist in community mobilization and engagement for WASH-related activities, trainings, and sensitization sessions.
• Participate in field visits to support monitoring of WASH facilities such as boreholes, latrines, and handwashing stations.
• Assist in hygiene promotion activities, including community campaigns and school-based sensitization.
• Support data collection for baseline, monitoring, and evaluation of WASH interventions.
• Assist in documenting field activities, success stories, lessons learned, and challenges.
• Support the distribution and tracking of WASH materials and hygiene kits, where applicable.
• Maintain accurate records of WASH activities and beneficiary information.
• Support coordination with community leaders, local authorities, and relevant stakeholders.

Qualification and Experience

• Minimum of HND, or Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health, Public Health, Water Resources Management, Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, or related fields.
• Demonstrated interest in WASH, public health, or community development
• Basic knowledge of hygiene promotion, sanitation, and water safety concepts is an advantage.
• Willingness to participate in field-based activities and community engagement.
• Basic skills in data collection, documentation, and report writing.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English; knowledge of local languages is an advantage.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel.

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Role Summary

• The Human Resource Manager will provide strategic and operational leadership for GPD’s human resource function, ensuring that people management systems effectively support the organization’s strategic priorities, growth, and compliance obligations across state offices.
• The role is central to strengthening organizational effectiveness, staff performance, safeguarding, accountability, and learning, in line with GPD’s strategic plan and core values of transparency, integrity, fairness, accountability, mutual respect, and collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Strengthen workforce planning, and talent development across GPD offices.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, deployment, performance management, promotion, and exit processes for all staff.
• Ensure clear role definitions, reporting lines, and separation of duties across state offices.
• Manage staff contracts, personnel records, leave records, and the review of staff payroll.
• Develop, review, and enforce human resource policies.
• Lead disciplinary processes, issue queries, and provide guidance on staff conduct and performance management.
• Coordinate performance appraisal systems that promote accountability, learning, and professional growth.
• Promote a culture of feedback, continuous improvement, and adaptive management.
• Promote a safe, respectful, and inclusive work environment across all GPD locations.
• Work closely with State Coordinators, Programme Managers, Finance, and Senior Management.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, or Public Administration.
• Minimum of 5 years’ progressive HR experience, preferably in the development sector.
• Proven experience managing HR functions across multiple locations.

Key Competencies:

• Strategic thinking and strong people management skills
• High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism
• Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills
• Strong organizational and documentation skills
• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities.