Job Opportunities at Plan International

The Opportunity

• Our Strategic Finance Directorate will be responsible for leading and delivering the financial strategy to ensure financial sustainability for Plan International Inc. (PII) and lead on critical thinking and insight generation to support decision-making and strategic planning.
• As Head of the Directorate, you will be responsible for building the function’s brand as a global partner through the provision of strategic leadership, insight generation, and effective resource allocation in budgeting and reporting processes for the finance function. You will oversee financial planning, financial performance analysis and management, and strategic and global financial modelling. The Directorate will have responsibility for management of the data and information sets and systems to create confidence across the function and wider organisation in what is being provided.
• The Director will form part of the Finance Leadership Team and will own the development of the five-year Finance Strategy alongside the CFO. You will also be accountable for providing day-to-day oversight and management of the Directorate, including reporting, people management, and quality assurance responsibilities.

The Requirements

Leadership behaviours:

• Provides Strategic Leadership within the function and to the wider organisation, acting as a partner in the delivery of outcomes.
• Is customer focussed and embeds those behaviours across the Strategic Finance Directorate.
• Develops, motivates, coaches and manages the Strategic Finance Directorate team and broader finance teams at global, regional and country level.
• Promotes high performance and continuous improvement by all staff.
• Promotes innovation and ongoing learning and development of all teams within the region.
• Resilient and outcome focussed, with an ability to build those qualities in the team.
• Communicates clearly and effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Gains, develops and retains credibility about their performance.
• Sees the bigger picture and helps teams and leaders to develop this perspective.

Skills specific to the post:

• Demonstrable experience of transforming Financial Strategy, Planning and Insight services.
• Strong financial analysis and modelling skills, with the ability to provide insights and recommendations to support decision-making.
• Knowledge and ability to create a variety of modelling techniques and methods to support planning and analysis.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial information in a clear and concise manner to non-financial stakeholders.
• Managing and mitigating financial and operational risk, working across teams to mitigate and manage response.
• Proficient in computer skills and use of relevant software and other applications (e.g. word processing, spreadsheets, database, internet).
• Possess the capabilities needed to deliver effective solutions to complex business challenges.
• Ability to translate strategy into delivery through plans, programmes, people and culture.
• Communication skills, tailored to the audiences with whom you will work – including external stakeholders, and global, regional, and local teams.
• Highly developed interpersonal, advocacy and communication skills to work effectively with stakeholders and bring the best out of teams.
• Possess the capabilities needed to deliver effective solutions to complex business challenges.
• Knowledge and experience of using any/all of the following would be an added value:
  • SAP ERP systems
  • Power BI
  • Dynamics 365 

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The Opportunity

• Our Finance Transformation Directorate will be responsible for planning, overseeing, and delivering core improvement initiatives across the Finance function.
• As Head of the Directorate, you will be responsible for providing strategic leadership in the improvement of the global finance function at Plan International. This will include, but not be limited to, the development of new strategic initiatives and programmes of work that improve capability, ongoing management of a change plan, acting as a central point for the implementation of Microsoft Dynamics 365 within the finance function, and working with regional teams to create rollout plans. You will also be responsible for horizon scanning and assessment of new initiatives, which may include the introduction of automation and/or a shared services centre to support delivery of core accounting processes.
• The Director will form part of the Finance Leadership Team and will support the development of the five-year Finance Strategy. You will also be accountable for providing day-to-day oversight and management of the Directorate, including reporting, people management, and quality assurance responsibilities.

The Requirements

Skills and experience specific to the role;

• Large-scale transformation programme delivery, including each stage of the programme management lifecycle.
• Strategy design and development, including with the ability to engage stakeholders throughout the process.
• Ability to craft and convey a change narrative to support buy-in from stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple large-scale strategy, transformation and change projects simultaneously.
• Ability to translate strategy into delivery through plans, programmes, people and culture.
• Third-party supplier management, including procurement, contract management, and performance management.
• Communication skills, tailored to the audiences with whom you will work – including external stakeholders, and global, regional, and local teams.
• Strong negotiating, facilitating and influencing skills to support delivery of initiatives.
• Ability to deliver major and complex change at place, effectively managing risks and dependencies.
• Highly developed interpersonal, advocacy and communication skills to work effectively with stakeholders and bring the best out of teams.
• Possess the capabilities needed to deliver effective solutions to complex business challenges.
• Ability to deliver a programme using different delivery methods and approaches (including Agile delivery methods).
• Business case development, including understanding of cost/benefit analysis.
• Strong process design/optimisation skills to support the ongoing improvement of processes across the function.

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The Opportunity

The Global Programmes & Operations Finance Directorate will be responsible for providing critical leadership, guidance, oversight and support to Plan International’s regional and country office finance teams. It will ensure that appropriate internal standards and effective processes and tools are available and consistently adhered to, for Plan International and its partners to meet external financial standards, projects managers needs and donors’ financial regulations. It will also provide financial expertise to the Global Programmes and Operations Directorate.

• In collaboration with other Finance Directorates, it will tailor support to Regional Hub’s and Country Office’s:
• With the Corporate Finance and Treasury Directorate, it will support compliance with accounting standards, year-end processing and audit deliverable in COs and RHs.
• With the Strategic Finance Directorate, it will provide oversight of the global fund’s allocation and COs and Regions Financial performance.
• With the Finance Transformation Directorate, it will strengthen capability and improve capacity in teams to deliver core finance activities.
• In line with our strategic priority to scale up the humanitarian impact, the Directorate will also lead in shaping and managing effective and clear financial standards and processes for managing our humanitarian responses in collaboration with the Disaster Risk Management (DRM) team.
• As head of the Directorate, you will work closely with the Regional Finance Directors for Plan’s four regions (Asia Pacific, Middle Eastern, Eastern, Southern Africa, West and Central Africa, and Region of the Americas) ensuring that your team provides guidance, oversight and quality support to their regional finance teams. You will also lead the financial support to the Global Programme and Operation Leadership team (GPOLT) by being a core member of the team.
• The Director will form part of the Finance Leadership Team and will support the development of the five-year Finance Strategy. You will also be accountable for providing day-to-day oversight and management of the Directorate, including reporting, people management, and quality assurance responsibilities.

The Requirements

• A Qualified Chartered Accountant (ICAEW or recognised equivalent) you bring a breadth of financial experience within an INGO (ideally with both humanitarian and development focus) or non-profit sectors and audit practice.
• Experience of working in countries delivering development programmes would be a significant advantage and an understanding of INGO funding streams and importance of full cost recovery is imperative.
• Complex problem solving is a core requirement of this role and you bring strong process design/optimisation skills to support the ongoing improvement of processes across the function.
• A skilled leader you bring exemplary negotiation, facilitation and influencing skills.
• Customer focused, you promote high performance and continuous improvement from your staff. You are resilient and outcome focused with an ability to build those qualities within your team.

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ROLE PURPOSE

• The Nutrition Officer is responsible for overseeing all nutrition activities at designated OTP sites supported by Plan International.
• Overall responsibilities will include day to day supports of nutritional activities in the health facilities, monitoring of activities, preparation and submission of quality reports, coordination with other sectors and government authorities including the MoH, Hospital Management Board and State Primary Healthcare Development Agency.

DIMENSIONS OF THE ROLE

• The nutrition officer will lead the implementation of CMAM activities in the LGA by liasing with government ministries, departments and bureaus at the LGA levels.
• S/He will be responsible for ensuring compliance with organizational and statutory policies and regulations and also has the responsibility to ensure compliance with the implementation of emergency/recovery and resilience-focused nutrition responses in line with applicable government policies, guidelines, and procedures.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• In collaboration with other Nutrition program staff, oversee the implementation of the CMAM project in the LGA.
• Working with the support of the Project Coordinator, ensure that Nutrition programs utilize standardized protocols, policies and guidelines, as outlined by the Federal Ministry of Health (FMOH) and WHO. Ensure that all Nutrition activities are consistent with international best practices.
• Contribute to the growth of Food Security & Nutrition program in Nigeria through quality implementation of project activities, adequate monitoring and timely reporting as needed, working in conjunction with other colleagues.
• Ensure robust data collection and information management systems are in place for ongoing monitoring of Nutrition program activities
• Participate in the design of rigorous M&E plans and design nutrition information systems
• Work with the Project Coordinator to ensure appropriate use of program resources
• Organize planned trainings for nutrition staff and ensure that FMOH and WHO guidelines are used for all trainings which should be delivered in a quality manner.
• In collaboration with the project team and SPHCDA, organize regular supportive supervision to all supported health facilities, provide mentoring and technical support and appropriate feedback as needed.
• Ensure the availability and use of National CMAM guidelines in all implementation sites, providing mentoring as required to improve compliance.
• Ensure a good working relationship with all stakeholders involved in service provision to supported catchment communities in the LGA.
  • Review tasks completed by staff to ensure completion, accuracy, and coherence.
  • Carry out individual evaluations with the team.
  • Submit weekly, monthly and quarterly reports of activities conducted.
• Respect the dignity of the beneficiaries, caregivers and members of the community
• Perform any other duty that may be assigned from time to time

TECHNICAL EXPERTISE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

Essential

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in a discipline such as Nutrition, Food Science, Nursing, Public Health, or any other relevant discipline, and/or a Diploma in Nursing with at least 3 years of experience in the field of nutrition at the community level.
• Previous experience in a related position for at least 2 years.
• Fluent in written and spoken English and Hausa.
• Commitment to and understanding of PLAN’S aims, values, and principles.
• Applicants from Yobe & Adamawa State are encouraged to apply.
• Females are strongly advised to apply

Desirable:

• Strong communication skills: oral, written, and presentation skills.
• Strong leadership, team building, conflict resolution, and ability to deliver PLAN’s strategic objectives.
• Extremely flexible, and have the ability to cope with stressful situations
• Facilitate the development and scheduling of volunteer outreach activities

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ROLE PURPOSE

• The purpose of this role is to ensure the effective and timely implementation and coordination of a multi-year Education in Emergency project funded by USAID and implemented by IRC led consortium with Plan International Nigeria in Borno and Yobe state respectively.
• Responsible for overseeing the day to day running of the Yobe office including overseeing of the activity implementation in line with the project documents.
• The Yobe Program Manager will be based in IRC’s office in Yobe.

DIMENSIONS OF THE ROLE

• Communicates within Plan International Nigeria, IRC Nigeria, development partners and related government institutions in two States Borno and Yobe. The Project Manager will be responsible and ultimately accountable for the project’s strategic direction, planning, quality programming and implementation, financial management, team leadership, stakeholder and partner relationships, and donor deliverables.
• The project manager will implement education activities and also document lessons learnt, support assessments and monitoring and evaluation of the Education in Emergencies components of Plan International's emergency response. He/she is responsible for assessment, response analysis, capacity building. The post holder will also contribute towards the capacity building of EiE staff and Plan Internationals implementing partners.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Ensures proper stewardship of Plan Nigeria resources, and adherence to government and donor policies and regulations.
• Project cycle management processes and tools (including detailed implementation plans and annual workplans) effectively implemented to achieve project results and comply with donor requirements, government, and partnership agreements.
• Grant management, disbursement and annual reporting processes developed in collaboration with local implementing partner(s)
• Expenditure (including that of local implementing partners) is monitored monthly to ensure spending is on track and forecasts are duly updated based on project needs and in compliance with donor regulations. 
• Participates fully in strategic planning, annual planning and budgeting and other program planning processes, and ensures that implementing partners are involved where appropriate.
• Provides leadership and management for all direct reports and ensure the establishment of and functioning of a strong, effective and coordinated team.
• Coordinates the management of ongoing relationships with existing partners at the field level and where relevant, leverage those relationships to greater collective impact.
• Participates as an active member of the Response Management Team (RMT) member that oversees the general management and coordination of the Humanitarian Response.
• Regularly communicates to the Education Unit on organizational priorities and key decisions.
• Represents Plan International Nigeria with external stakeholders, by attending meetings, making presentations, and providing advice where necessary.
• Ensures that team members and all other colleagues uphold Plan shared values in all aspects of their work, perform their duties and functions in a collaborative, effective and supportive team environment.
• Coordinates with all other units as may be required for the support necessary to advance the work for education development.
• Identifies best practices and incorporates new ideas for building the education program.
• Ensures the integration of partners’ voice into program planning and the development of innovative projects.
• Ensure provision of timely and quality programmatic and financial reports as per the requirement of Plan International and the donor.
• Ensure sufficient and efficient management of projects’ budgets.
• Provide leadership and technical support including trainings to both Plan International and partner staff as well as the government.
• Perform any other project related duties as specified by the Supervisor

TECHNICAL EXPERTISE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

Essential

• University degree or equivalent in Education, Social Science, Social Work, Psychology, or related fields having a Master’s degree related field is an added advantage
• Minimum of five (5) years of education project implementation experience in similar role
• Strong knowledge and experience in effective project management practices in complex environments especially non-formal education projects
• Proven planning, budgeting, grant management experience for multi-million-dollar projects
• Strong ability to work independently, organize work, meet deadlines, maintain composure, prioritize work under pressure, coordinate multiple tasks and maintain attention to detail
• Experience working in emergency settings
• Demonstrated experience working with government agencies, actors, and other stakeholders at the national, district, and local levels
• Good knowledge and understanding of DO NO HARM principles and established international child protection standards (especially UNCRC)
• Proven coordination, facilitation, people management and supervisory skills

Desirable

• Experience managing projects in collaboration with local implementing partners
• Experience working with IDPs, refugees and other vulnerable populations (ideal)
• Experience with participatory approaches to education, emergency preparedness, crisis/emergency relief management, or other related area.
• excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills, creativity and flexibility
• Understanding of gender issues in Nigeria, especially pertaining to the education sector
• Works well in and promotes teamwork, comfortable in a multi-cultural environment, flexible and able to handle pressure well.
• Ability to read and write in both English and Hausa languages appropriately

Skills & Knowledge

• Creates strong sense of purpose and commitment within own part of operations and with stakeholders
• Holds self and others to account to deliver on agreed goals and standards of behaviour
• Demonstrates a high degree of professionalism/integrity
• Provides good and adequate administrative and logistical support to enable programmes to meet meets it’s agreed financial and program outcomes.
• Actively seeks for support in addressing difficulties in execution of duties.
• Strategic thinking and effective contribution to own work and Organizational development.
• Sound judgement and decision-making in complex situations
• Strong emotional intelligence including self-awareness.
• Leads by example to motivate high performance of others

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ROLE PURPOSE

• The position holder will be responsible for the implementation of the Stabilization Centre component of the community-based management of acute malnutrition (CMAM) in Damaturu LGA, Yobe State.
• He/she will work closely with the SC Coordinator, project coordinator, government staff, and other SC staff for effective implementation of the CMAM program. In addition, he/she will be responsible for the provision of high-quality technical support to the project lead.

DIMENSIONS OF THE ROLE

• The incumbent will be responsible for the management of children under 5years with complicated severe acute malnutrition (SAM) in the established stabilization centre.
• He/she will be responsible for the diagnosis, treatment, discharge, and follow-up of children admitted with complicated SAM based on the National and WHO guidelines.
• He/she will work closely with the SC Coordinator and other stabilization centre staff to provide optimal care to children admitted with complicated severe acute malnutrition.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Ensure children aged 0-59months presenting to the health facility with complicated SAM are correctly screened, diagnosed, triaged and admitted.
• Provide quality clinical care to admitted children in accordance with the National/WHO guideline for In-patient Management of SAM.
• Ensure emergency treatments are correctly given to critical children and ensure close monitoring of all patients in phase 1 and a smooth transition to phase 2 in line with guideline.
• Administer and prescribe drugs based on analysis of history, examination, test reports, findings, and National/WHO SAM inpatient management protocol.
• Ensure quality daily review and proper documentation of patients’ clinical evolution until exit from the facility.
• Ensure the multi-chart/inpatient card is properly and completely filled and monitored and corrective actions are taken on daily basis.
• Ensure the availability of job aids, therapeutic products (F75, F100, RUTF, ReSoMal), and drugs for program implementation in the SC
• Ensure all criteria are respected and understood by the team, including admission, discharge, and transfer to and from the OTP/SC.
• Work closely with the SC Coordinator, government staff, and other SC staff to ensure that all aspects of the program are understood and agreed upon and appropriate referrals take place to and from the community to Outpatient Therapeutic Program (OTP) and SC sites.
• Ensure that health professionals from the health facilities participate in the daily routine work for sustainability and a smooth phase-out strategy.
• Ensure all children in SC are immunized according to the national protocols.
• Ensure timely identification of non-responders and plan referral to higher centres for further investigation and management.
• Ensure correctness, consistence, and completeness of the information in the nutrition registers.
• Ensure adequate availability of all medical and food supplies by appropriate forecasting.
• Ensure efficient documentation of daily use of medical supplies, food items and NFIs and carry out weekly/monthly inventory.
• Provide key Nutrition and Health education messages to beneficiaries based on the protocol and guidelines.
• Respond to inquiries regarding the technical aspects of the program admission and discharge whenever necessary at the SC sites.
• Follow-up and ensure the field team interacts with the beneficiaries properly
• Provide weekly and Monthly CMAM and success story reports to the SC Coordinator/Nutrition coordinator.
• Upholds the image and values of Plan International Nigeria at all times.
• Performs other related tasks as required.

TECHNICAL EXPERTISE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

Essential

• Minimum BSc Degree in Nursing/Diploma in Nursing/RN with experience in emergency nutrition response especially complicated SAM management in the Stabilization centre.
• Over two (2) years of experience in complicated SAM case management in the SC and CMAM programs.
• Experience in IMCI
• Valid and current practicing license.
•  Excellent report-writing skills is an additive
• Fluent in written and spoken English and Hausa
• Commitment to and understanding of PLAN’S aims, values, and principles.
• Females are encouraged to apply.

Desirable

• Strong communication skills: oral, written, and presentation skills.
• Should be a team player and culturally sensitive.
• Demonstrated proficiency in computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, email, and utilization of the internet.
• Strong leadership, team building, conflict resolution, and ability to deliver PLAN’s strategic objectives.
• Extremely flexible, and have the ability to cope with stressful situations
• Facilitate the development and scheduling of volunteer outreach activities
• Excellent community mobilization skills
• Work closely with partners and their staff to ensure project activities are implemented in time and within the stipulated quality.