Women in the New Nigeria, and Youth Empowerment Initiative (WINN) is an indigenous non-governmental organization that focuses on women’s empowerment, enhancing lives of youths, encouraging good governance, capacity building on sustainable agriculture, peace building, prevention of gender based violence, micro-finance, the Arts, communication, Technological...
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Location: Biu Field Office
Reporting to: Senior Program Officer
Proposed Start Date: November 2024
Project Summary
Project Title: Improving access to inclusive education and vocational training for people from host communities in Northeast Nigeria, especially women and persons with disabilities.
This multi-year project is implemented by Women In the New Nigeria (WINN), in collaboration with CBM International, and aims to improve the livelihoods of marginalized groups, including persons with disabilities, through access to inclusive education and vocational training. The project is focused on creating sustainable income-generating opportunities, enhancing inclusive educational facilities, and improving protection mechanisms for women, girls, and people with disabilities across 4 local government areas in Borno
Job Summary
The Project Officer (Inclusive Education) will play a vital role in supporting the program framework to ensure access to inclusive and equitable education, particularly for children with disabilities. This position will work closely with men, women, boys, and girls in the community to actively identify barriers to access to education for children especially those with disabilities to address and mitigate protection risks associated with child education. The role also includes collaborating with the MEAL team to implement accountability mechanisms for beneficiaries and ensuring that the concerns of school-age children and those with disabilities are addressed.
Key Responsibilities
- Program Implementation and Support:
- Work closely with community members, schools, and local stakeholders to implement inclusive education activities that promote safe and accessible learning for all, with a focus on children with disabilities.
- Support the identification, assessment, and addressing of education and protection concerns for school-age children, ensuring these issues are incorporated into project activities.
- Collaborate with the Senior Program Officer and field teams to develop and update project work plans, ensuring alignment with the program’s objectives.
- Protection and Advocacy:
- Engage with community members, including parents, teachers, and leaders, to raise awareness and promote understanding of disability inclusion in education.
- Implement systematic methods for identifying and addressing protection risks, including developing protection strategies and referring high-risk cases to specialized support services.
- Promote the development of a safe and inclusive educational environment for vulnerable children and monitor the effectiveness of these protection interventions.
- Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL):
- Collaborate with the MEAL team to design and implement accountability mechanisms that ensure project beneficiaries, including school-age children and children with disabilities, have avenues to report concerns or provide feedback.
- Conduct regular monitoring visits to assess the effectiveness of inclusive education activities and identify areas for improvement.
- Document success stories, lessons learned, and feedback from project beneficiaries to support continuous improvement and donor reporting.
- Stakeholder Coordination and Capacity Building:
- Build and maintain strong relationships with local schools, government agencies, and community-based organizations to facilitate smooth project implementation.
- Organize and facilitate capacity-building workshops for teachers and community members on inclusive education practices and child protection.
- Coordinate with relevant stakeholders to ensure alignment and integration of inclusive education activities with other program areas.
- Reporting and Documentation:
- Prepare and submit regular progress reports on inclusive education activities, highlighting achievements, challenges, and recommendations.
- Ensure accurate record-keeping of project data and beneficiary information for accountability and reporting purposes.
- Support the Senior Program Officer in compiling data for donor reports and other project documentation requirements.
- Other Duties:
- Assist with logistics and planning for inclusive education activities, including community engagement events, training sessions, and meetings.
- Contribute to the development of program resources, tools, and materials that promote inclusive education and disability protection.
- Participate in regular team meetings and provide updates on inclusive education project progress.
Position Requirements
- Education:
- Minimum of a Bachelor\'s degree in Education, Social Work, Psychology, Development Studies, or a related field.
- Experience:
- At least 2 years of experience in inclusive education, child protection, or working with vulnerable children in a humanitarian or development context.
- Experience in working with children with disabilities and/or implementing disability-inclusive practices.
- Demonstrated experience in engaging communities on education and child protection issues.
- Skills & Competencies:
- Strong knowledge of inclusive education, child protection principles, and disability rights.
- Proven experience in implementing community-based education or child protection programs.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse community members.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and data management.
- Fluent in English and Hausa (proficiency in other local languages is an advantage).
- Other Requirements:
- Willingness to travel to and work in field-based locations.
- Commitment to WINN’s mission, values, and safeguarding policies.
- Previous experience with an NGO or community-based organization is preferred.
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Reports to: Program Manager
Location: Biu LGA
Contract Type: full time
Start Date: November 2024
Project Summary
Role Summary:
The Senior Program Officer (Livelihoods) will lead the implementation of livelihood activities under the project in the Biu Field Office, Borno State. The role holder will also be responsible for the prevention of gender based violence and disability based violence (GBV/DBV). The officer will serve as the project focal point in the field officer and will support the project team in delivering income-generating and vocational education activities for marginalized groups, especially women and persons with disabilities. The role includes providing technical support, monitoring, and reporting on activities of other project components while ensuring the highest standards of confidentiality and ethics in dealing with beneficiaries.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Oversight and Implementation
- Oversee field-level activities related to the establishment, training, and support of Village Economic and Social Associations (VESAs), ensuring their alignment with the project’s inclusive livelihoods and protection goals.
- Lead the planning and implementation of vocational training initiatives, ensuring accessibility for persons with disabilities and other marginalized groups.
- Monitor and provide technical support to ensure income-generating and entrepreneurial activities are sustainable and inclusive.
- Integrate protection mainstreaming principles into all livelihoods programming by ensuring beneficiary safety, dignity, meaningful participation, and access to services.
- Facilitate the identification and referral of cases requiring protection, including GBV/DBV and psychosocial support, through appropriate pathways.
- Promote financial literacy, business development, and life skills training for VESA members and other community beneficiaries.
Program Management and Support
- Coordinate field activities, ensuring compliance with project implementation plans, timelines, and donor guidelines.
- Support the management of vocational training centers and ensure adherence to accessibility standards for persons with disabilities.
- Manage resources allocated for livelihoods interventions at the field level, ensuring efficient utilization and accountability.
- Provide logistical support for the distribution of materials and equipment for VESAs and vocational training programs.
- Ensure project implementation adheres to safeguarding policies and standards, including those related to GBV and child protection.
Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning
- Collaborate with the MEAL team to develop tools for tracking progress on livelihood and protection outcomes, including gender-sensitive and disability-inclusive indicators.
- Conduct regular field visits to monitor activities, provide technical support, and ensure quality delivery.
- Document lessons learned and success stories from livelihoods and protection interventions to inform future programming.
- Support the collection and analysis of data to assess the effectiveness of VESA, vocational training, and protection components, preparing comprehensive reports for the Program Manager.
Stakeholder Engagement and Advocacy
- Build and maintain relationships with community leaders, local authorities, training institutions, businesses, and other stakeholders to foster inclusive economic opportunities.
- Facilitate awareness sessions with community members to promote the benefits of VESAs, vocational training, and protection mainstreaming.
- Advocate for the rights and inclusion of women, girls, and persons with disabilities in livelihood and protection programming, including engaging with local authorities and partners.
- Coordinate with other NGOs, government bodies, and community-based organizations to enhance service delivery and prevent duplication of efforts.
Capacity Building and Team Collaboration
- Provide training and mentorship to field staff, community facilitators, and volunteers on livelihoods programming, VESA management, and protection mainstreaming.
- Support the development of training materials and tools for community and staff capacity building.
- Work closely with other project components to ensure a multisectoral and integrated approach to livelihoods and protection programming.
- Promote teamwork and collaboration within the field team to achieve project objectives effectively.
Safeguarding and Protection
- Ensure implementation of GBV prevention and survivor-centered support services through safe space centers and community activities.
- Conduct training for staff and community volunteers on GBV prevention, case management, and referral pathways.
Lead protection mainstreaming efforts across all project activities, ensuring marginalized groups, including women and persons with disabilities, are prioritized.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, or related field.
- At least 3 years of experience in livelihoods programming, preferably within a humanitarian context.
- Demonstrated experience working with marginalized groups, especially women and persons with disabilities.
- Strong advocacy, project management, and monitoring and evaluation skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Required Languages – English and Hausa are essential. Knowledge of one or more of the languages spoken in Southern Borno State, such as Babur/Burah is an advantage
Travel – The post is based in Biu and frequent travel to other field locations
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills with the ability to make sound judgments.
- Demonstrable capacities in teamwork and cross-sectoral planning and implementation.
- Strong relationship management skills and the ability to work effectively with culturally diverse groups
- Experience in managing relationships and performance with partner organizations and representing programs to local stakeholders.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to write reports and make presentations;
- Proactive, results-oriented, and service-oriented.
- Experience using MS Windows and MS Office packages (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with partners, participatory action planning and community engagement.
- Staff supervision experience a plus.
- Experience monitoring projects and collecting relevant data.
- Experience using MS Windows and MS Office packages (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Basic Qualifications
- Minimum of 4 years of work experience in project support, ideally in the field of Cash and Asset transfer and for an NGO.
- Bachelor’s degree in information management, information technology, or any other relevant field;
- Experience working with consortium partners in multi-sectoral programs;
- Experience in supervising and implementing CAT interventions is essential;
- Experience monitoring projects and using data collection tools;
- Experience using MS Windows and MS Office packages (Excel, Word, PowerPoint);
- Extensive technical experience of using online data collection and data management platforms, particularly CommCare, RedRose and PowerBi ;
- At least three years of experience in managing MIS systems, preferably in the context of humanitarian or development programs;
- Strong technical skills in the use of data management software and systems.
- Strong coordination and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively;
- Strong supervisory, team management and delegation skills;
- Demonstrable capacities in facilitation, communication and training delivery MIS for non-technical end users.
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Position: M&E Officer
Location: Biu Field Office
Reporting to: Senior Program Officer & Program Manager
Proposed Start Date: November 2024
Job Summary
The M&E Officer is responsible for developing and implementing robust monitoring, inspection, and evaluation systems to ensure the project’s successful execution. This includes tracking all project activities, expenditures, and progress toward achieving key outputs and results. The M&E Officer will develop monitoring strategies, track indicators, and regularly assess the project’s impact and efficiency. Based in the field, this position requires close coordination with the Senior Program Officer and project teams to ensure data-driven decision-making and compliance with program quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
Monitoring and Data Collection:
- Develop and implement a comprehensive monitoring and evaluation (M&E) framework to ensure consistent tracking of project activities, outcomes, and outputs in compliance with WINN and CBM standards.
- Conduct regular field visits to monitor project sites and activities within Borno state
- Monitor progress towards achieving project objectives by gathering data from project sites, analyzing trends, and updating key performance indicators.
- Design and conduct baseline, midline, and endline assessments to inform program adjustments and evaluate project impact.
Data Management and Reporting:
- Collect, compile, and validate data from field activities, ensuring data accuracy and completeness.
- Coordinate and oversee data collection activities, ensuring the timely and accurate gathering of relevant information.
- Implement data quality assurance measures to maintain the integrity and reliability of collected data.
- Maintain an organized database of project data, including beneficiary counts, activity logs, and indicator tracking.
- Prepare timely reports on project progress, challenges, and lessons learned for submission to the Senior Program Officer and donors as required.
Evaluation and Analysis:
- Lead periodic evaluations of project effectiveness, identifying key strengths, challenges, and areas for improvement.
- Analyze data to assess project efficiency, relevance, and impact, providing evidence-based recommendations for improvements.
- Ensure findings are shared with the project team, facilitating learning and adaptive management to enhance program quality.
Indicator Development and Tracking:
- Define and develop key indicators in alignment with project goals and donor requirements.
- Regularly review and update the project’s monitoring strategy and indicators to reflect project progress and context changes.
- Track and report on both quantitative and qualitative indicators to capture project outcomes and impact.
Capacity Building and Technical Support:
- Train project staff on data collection methods, M&E best practices, and the use of M&E tools to promote data accuracy and reliability.
- Provide ongoing technical support and guidance to the project team on M&E activities, methodologies, and reporting standards.
- Facilitate knowledge-sharing sessions on M&E findings to encourage continuous learning and quality improvement.
Quality Assurance and Compliance:
- Ensure M&E activities comply with program quality principles, donor standards, and organizational policies.
- Conduct regular field visits to monitor activity implementation, identify challenges, and verify data accuracy.
- Coordinate with the MEAL team and project staff to ensure compliance with accountability mechanisms, including beneficiary feedback.
Budget Monitoring and Resource Management:
- Monitor expenditures related to M&E activities, ensuring alignment with the project budget and financial guidelines.
- Assist the Senior Program Officer in developing budget forecasts for M&E activities and tracking related expenses.
- Collaborate with the finance team to ensure efficient resource allocation for M&E activities.
Documentation and Knowledge Management:
- Document project achievements, success stories, and lessons learned for internal and external audiences.
- Contribute to the development of case studies and reports to share project impact and best practices.
- Manage M&E records to ensure effective knowledge management and accessibility for future project reference.
Position Requirements
- Education:
- Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in monitoring and evaluation, Data Science, Social Sciences, Statistics, Development Studies, Project Management, or a related field.
- Experience:
- At least 2 years of experience in monitoring and evaluation, particularly in humanitarian or development projects.
- Proven experience in designing and implementing M&E frameworks, data collection tools, and reporting systems.
- Experience in quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis.
- Skills & Competencies:
- Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis software (such as Excel, SPSS, or Power BI).
- Excellent communication, report writing and interpersonal skills for training and capacity-building activities.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills for managing data and project records.
- Fluency in written and spoken English and Hausa (additional local languages are an advantage).
- Other Requirements:
- Ability to work in a challenging field environment and travel frequently within project areas.
- Familiarity with humanitarian principles, M&E best practices, and accountability frameworks.
- Commitment to the organization’s values and mission, including a focus on transparency and accountability.
- Previous experience with NGOs or community-based organizations in M&E roles is preferred.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse team environment.
- Strong project management skills with attention to detail.
- Knowledge of the social, economic, and political context relevant to the projects.
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Position: Finance Officer
Location: Biu Field Office
Reporting to: Financial Manager
Dotted Reporting Line: Senior Program Officer
Proposed Start Date: November 2024
Job Summary
The Finance Officer will play a critical role in ensuring the financial integrity and efficient financial management of project activities at the field level. This involves day-to-day financial operations, preparing monthly bank reconciliation statements, managing expenses and procurements in alignment with project budgets, and producing financial reports for periodic analysis. The Finance Officer will also support the Financial Manager by providing recommendations for budget realignment as needed, contributing to the overall accuracy, transparency, and efficiency of financial processes within the project and to support overall organizational goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Financial Record keeping and Reporting:
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, including ledgers, journals, and registers.
- • Ensure all financial transactions are properly documented, coded, and recorded in accordance with accounting standards.
- Prepare monthly bank reconciliation statements, ensuring timely and accurate reconciliation of bank accounts.
- Produce regular financial reports for management review, summarizing expenses and tracking against budget lines.
- Assist the Financial Manager in preparing financial statements and expenditure reports for internal and donor reporting as required.
- Budget Management and Analysis:
- Monitor project expenditures to ensure alignment with approved budgets and financial plans.
- Provide periodic analysis of expenses against budget allocations, identifying variances and providing insights for corrective action.
- Support the Financial Manager in recommending budget realignments based on project activities and financial trends.
- Procurement and Expense Oversight:
- Oversee procurement processes and ensure all expenses comply with organizational policies, donor regulations, and project budgets.
- Review and verify procurement documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial guidelines.
- Work closely with the procurement team to ensure timely processing and payment of vendor invoices.
- Financial Compliance and Documentation:
- Ensure that all financial transactions adhere to organizational policies, donor guidelines, and local laws.
- Maintain accurate and organized financial records, including vouchers, receipts, and invoices, for audit readiness and internal reviews.
- Collaborate with internal and external auditors to facilitate audits and implement audit recommendations.
- Cash Management:
- Manage cash flow for field office operations, ensuring adequate cash is available to meet operational needs.
- Monitor cash advances and ensure timely reconciliation by field office staff.
- Report any discrepancies in cash management to the Financial Manager for timely resolution.
- Coordination and Communication:
- Coordinate with the Senior Program Officer to ensure seamless financial management of program activities.
- Regularly update the Senior Program Officer and project teams on budget status, expenditure tracking, and financial forecasts.
- Foster effective communication between finance, procurement, and program teams to ensure alignment and compliance in financial processes.
- Capacity Building and Training:
- Assist in training program and field staff on financial policies, budgeting, and expense tracking to improve financial literacy.
- Provide guidance to program teams on budgetary compliance, documentation, and best practices for financial management.
- Other Financial Support:
- Assist the Financial Manager in forecasting financial needs, preparing for periodic financial planning, and conducting budget reviews.
- Perform other finance-related tasks as needed to support project implementation and compliance.
Position Requirements
- Education:
- Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. A professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA) is an advantage.
- Experience:
- At least 2 years of experience in finance, accounting, or a similar role, preferably within an NGO or humanitarian organization.
- Demonstrated experience in budget management, financial reporting, and procurement oversight.
- Skills & Competencies:
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks) and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and make informed recommendations.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail for maintaining accurate financial records.
- Effective communication skills for working with program teams and reporting to management.
- Fluency in English and Hausa (proficiency in other local languages is an advantage).
Other Requirements:
- Ability to work in a field-based environment with limited access to services and frequent travel within the project area.
- Familiarity with donor regulations and financial reporting requirements.
- Commitment to organizational values and integrity, with a focus on accountability and compliance.
- Previous experience in humanitarian or development settings is preferred.
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Position: Project Driver/Logistics Assistant
Location: Field Office, Biu
Reporting to: Senior Program Officer and Logistic Officer
Proposed Start Date: November 2024
Job Summary
The Project Driver/Logistics Assistant will be responsible for providing reliable and safe transport services for project staff for their field activities, including conveyance to project implementation sites, government offices, and meetings with stakeholders. The driver plays a critical role in supporting the successful implementation of project activities by ensuring that all transportation needs are met in a timely and secure manner. The position requires excellent driving skills, a good understanding of vehicle maintenance, and familiarity with the local terrain and road conditions, especially in conflict-affected or post-crisis areas. Additionally, this role will support logistical tasks, ensuring efficient operations related to transportation, supply delivery, and other project logistics needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Transportation Services:
- Safely transport project staff to and from project sites, community meetings, and other official locations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Drive responsibly and ensure the safety and well-being of all passengers during transit.
- Assist with loading and unloading project materials, supplies, or other necessary equipment as required.
- Vehicle Maintenance:
- Conduct routine vehicle checks before and after each journey to ensure the vehicle is in good working condition.
- Report any mechanical issues or repairs needed to the supervisor promptly and ensure timely servicing of the vehicle.
- Maintain the cleanliness of the vehicle and ensure it is fueled, equipped with safety gear, and ready for use at all times.
- Logistics Support:
- Assist with logistical tasks, such as picking up and delivering supplies, documents, and equipment as needed by the project team.
- Support inventory management, including monitoring stock levels and reporting shortages to the logistics team.
- Help coordinate and prepare materials for project activities and meetings.
- Documentation and Reporting:
- Maintain an accurate vehicle logbook, recording all trips, mileage, fuel consumption, and other relevant details.
- Prepare and submit monthly vehicle reports, including usage, maintenance needs, and any incidents.
- Ensure that all necessary documentation, including insurance and permits, is current and readily available in the vehicle.
- Compliance and Safety:
- Adhere to all traffic rules, regulations, and safety guidelines, ensuring the highest standards of road safety and passenger security.
- Follow organizational policies and procedures for transport and logistics, ensuring compliance with donor and project requirements.
- Report any security or safety concerns immediately to the supervisor.
- Support to the Project Team:
- Assist with setting up and organizing project meetings, workshops, and events as needed.
- Provide general logistical support to the field office, including basic office maintenance and organizing materials.
Position Requirements
- Education:
- OND/NCE/HND/BSc or equivalent. Additional training or certification in driving and logistics is an advantage.
- Experience:
- At least 2 years of experience as a driver, preferably with an NGO or humanitarian organization.
- Previous experience in logistics support, with familiarity in inventory management, transport logistics, or related tasks.
- Skills & Competencies:
- Valid and clean driver’s license for the appropriate vehicle class.
- Good knowledge of local roads and routes, as well as traffic regulations and safety practices.
- Basic mechanical skills for vehicle troubleshooting and maintenance.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to work well with a diverse team.
- Basic proficiency in English and Hausa (proficiency in other local languages is an advantage).
- Other Requirements:
- Ability to work in remote areas with limited access to services and flexibility with working hours.
- Strong attention to safety and compliance with organizational policies.
- High level of integrity, punctuality, and reliability.
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