Job Openings at the 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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Location: Yola, Adamawa
Department: Finance & Admin
Employment Status: Full Time (Project)
Report to (Supervisor): Project Director  
Supervises: None

Job Summary

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

Position Background

• The Finance Officer will manage project financial processes and procedures. H/she will be responsible for the management of cash and cash transactions for the Project and liaising with the bank on general financial transactions of the Project.

Primary Responsibilities

• Managing petty cash transactions;
• Disbursing of funds to all participants during workshops;
• Handling of cash payments to all vendors/Staff
• Preparation of petty cash update and reports;
• Weekly cash reconciliation and replenishment;
• Scanning and filing financial documents into a database and maintaining hard copies filling;
• Review of payment documents in relation to payment checklist;
• Keep petty cash funds safe and provide periodic petty cash reports.
• Raising of Payment Vouchers/Petty Cash Vouchers
• Carry out routine day to day finance duties
• Any other duty may be assigned by the supervisor.

Position Requirements

• B.Sc in Accounting / Banking and Finance with 3 years of project experience
• Finance and Grant management experience on INGO projects
• Experience in the use of financial accounting software
• Experience in project finance, audit, and project banking
• Knowledge of USAID and other Donor agencies financial regulations and ICT skills.

Description of Benefits

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

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Location: Mubi, Adamawa
Department: Finance / Admin.
Employment Status: Full Time (Project)
Report to (Supervisor): Finance Officer
Supervises: Cleaners

Job Summary

• This position is a local position and opens to indigenous and/or legal residents of Nigeria.

Position Background

• The Office Assistant will Provide general administrative and clerical support to the project during training and workshops. He will also provide logistical support by arranging program logistics needs.

Primary Responsibilities

• Support in the coordination of office management, activities, and programs in the project office.
• Carry out the filing of relevant materials and project documents.
• Provide administrative support to program teams based in the project communities.
• Tracking and ensuring participants in training events sign attendance. 
• Conducting and reporting pre-training venue inspections and work with hotel staff to prepare venues as required.
• Coordinate transport of training equipment and materials to venues ready for use.
• Tracking project pending actions, including following up/reminding concerned staff.
• Update project operations files and staff contact list. 
• Providing logistics and other support to program implementation
• Any other duty as may be required from time to time by the supervisor.

Position Requirements

• Degree in Social, Business Management, Public Administration, or equivalents.
• Minimum 2 years relevant work experience with an NGO.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office.

Description of Benefits

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

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Location: Mubi, Adamawa
Department: Program
Employment Status: Full Time (Project)
Report to (Supervisor): Project Director
Supervises: Program Officers

Job Summary

• This position is a local position and opens to indigenous and/or legal residents of Nigeria.

Position Background

• The Conflict Resolution Specialist will lead in creating a mechanism where issues involving conflict can be addressed through means of conflict resolution.

Primary Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule conflict resolution sessions with beneficiaries and oversee various aspects of conflict resolution.
• Conduct resolution/management training to Supervisors and Program teams in order to increase their awareness and knowledge of conflict management programming.
• Conduct conflict consultations with various stakeholders to determine which are appropriate for effective conflict management and resolution.
• Produce brochures and other materials on conflict resolution as per approved guidelines.
• Conduct data collection on internal disputes between target beneficiaries and submit the period report to the Project Director.
• Any other duties may be assigned by the Project Director.

Position Requirements

• Master’s Degree or B.Sc in Conflict Resolution, Development Studies, Economics, Management, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years mediation work experience
• Excellent People Management skills.
• Proven experience delivering conflict programs in the North East.
• High level of computer literacy (primarily in Microsoft Office packages).
• Fluent in Local Hausa languages and English.
• High level of report writing skills (Desirable).
• Previous knowledge of INGO experience (Preferable)

Description of Benefits

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

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Location: Mubi, Adamawa
Department: Program
Employment Status: Full Time (Project)
Report to (Supervisor): Administrator of Grants and Contracts
Supervises: Conflict Management Specialist and Finance Officer

Job Summary

• This position is a local position and opens to indigenous and/or legal residents of Nigeria.

Position Background

• The Project Director will lead on the design and implementation of the project and explore, analyze, recommend, design, and oversee implementation of conflict management components of the project.
• S/he will develop an approach to ensuring collaboration with relevant stakeholders.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead on the delivery of the project design that is tailored to the beneficiaries as per British Council guidelines.
• Identify and lead peace-building and conflict mitigation activities.
• Identify and understand the positive and negative values of conflict and manage its impact on team performance and project success.
• Provide support for vulnerable youths to get access to the project’s programs.
• Manage Finances and also the technical and administrative staff of the Project.
• Work with the relevant government agencies to ensure alignment with their priorities, as well as to reach out to the beneficiary communities.
• Conduct periodic monitoring visits to communities and interface with the target beneficiaries.
• Any other duties as may be assigned by the Administrator of Grants and Contracts.

Position Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Conflict Resolution, Development Studies, Economics, Management, or related field.
• At least 4-7 years of experience in managing conflict-related projects or similar projects.
• Excellent people management skills.
• Proven experience delivering conflict management programs in the North East.
• High level of computer literacy (primarily in Microsoft Office packages).
• Fluent in Local Hausa languages and English.
• High level of report writing skills (Desirable).
• Previous knowledge of INGO experience (Preferable)

Description of Benefits

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

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Location: Mubi, Adamawa
Department: Program
Employment Status: Full Time (Project)
Report to (Supervisor): Program Officers
Supervises: None
Slot: 2 Positions

Job Summary

• This position is a local position and opens to indigenous and/or legal residents of Nigeria.

 Position Background

• The Youth Engagement Assistant will support the development and leading of youth activities. The intent of this position is to represent the voice and needs of beneficiary youths.
• H/she will support for young people to facilitate their involvement in the planning and development of a system of care model, and to promote positive youth leadership.

Primary Responsibilities

• In collaboration with the project team, support the program team to determine the most appropriate route for advisory recruitment including identification of potential beneficiary youth.
• Support in ensuring youth-driven activities occurs to increase engagement in the system of care development.
• Ensure consistent, close relationships with other youth-serving community agencies and organizations.
• Attend local project meetings and training, as needed, to promote the Circles of Care program.
• Assist in the preparation, maintenance, and acquisition of relevant documentation, files, and records, ensuring rigorous protection of beneficiary information.
• Assist in the development and distribution of educational and informational materials to increase the awareness of the beneficiary youths and host community.
• Any other duty as may be required from time to time by the Project Director.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Conflict Management, Social Sciences, Public or Business Administration, or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2-3 years experience in conflict and community engagement programs.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Previous work experience with an INGO is a plus.
• Computer skills, especially office packages and outlook. 
• Written and oral proficiency in English and local Hausa Language (required).

Description of Benefits

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

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