Career Opportunities at Christian Aid

About the role

The post holder will manage CA’s program management software (PROMISE and the intranet site for the country office. H/She will be responsible for information and data management for these online platforms, to improve overall programme and partnership management. H/She will be responsible for the effective disbursement of grants to partners. The post holder will contribute to raising Christian Aid Nigeria’s profile through effective content management of all programmes in the country. H/She will be responsible for writing, editing, commissioning a varied mix of content including case studies, interviews, blogs, photos and films in line with CA’s communication guideline for dissemination to show the value and impact of CA’s Programmes.

About you

The Ideal candidate must have at least 3 years I/NGO working experience

Essential criteria

• Education to degree level or equivalent in Mass Communication, social science or its equivalent
• Good editorial skills, high proficiency in written/spoken English and ability to translate complexities into material that is compelling, jargon-free and accessible
• Significant working experience in similar position with an NGO
• Excellent time and project management skills, coupled with high level of multi-tasking and situational awareness
• Basic understanding of document and data base management
• Proficient with all MS application- Intermediate to advance level
• Substantial knowledge of supporting programmes and programme staff in international and national agencies
• Good interpersonal and communication skills

Desirable criteria

• Familiarity in working with faith based institutions in Nigeria
• Post graduate qualification or equivalent in journalism and communication
• Experience with working with a project management software

Further information

• This role requires applicants to have the right to work in the country where this position is based.
• We value diversity and aspire to reflect this in its workforce. We welcome applications from people from all sections of the community, irrespective of race, colour, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief.
• You can expect a wide range of rewards and benefits,  and flexibility that will ensure you enjoy a good work/life balance.

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About the role

The post holder will contribute to the progress of the Community Health and HIV programme towards its strategic goals and strengthen monitoring and evaluation systems to allow for quality reporting. S/he will promote effective and efficient monitoring and evaluation of programme activities, centred on impact and outcomes; create conditions so that learning is fed into programme decision-making.S/he will provide support to programmes and implementing partners and lead on monitoring, impact evaluation, knowledge management and donor reporting processes; share best practice and lessons learnt across the team and with external stakeholders as appropriate. S/he will develop and provide reference materials and quality information across the programme. S/he will contribute to building the Nigerian country office and partner capacity to develop and use participatory approaches to monitoring and evaluation

About you

The ideal candidate must possess a degree, preferably in statistics, or the social sciences. He/she must have at least three years I/NGO working experience.

Essential criteria

• Experience of knowledge management, monitoring and evaluation and project/programme-cycle management approaches and tools – including participatory planning.
• Understanding of reporting requirements of institutional donors such as EU, DFID and USAID.
• Hands-on experience supporting community based development programmes.
• Excellent report writing, communication (written and verbal) skills, and strong IT skills.
• Experience of building the M&E skills and capacity of others.
• Significant experience of working with small, indigenous partners.
• Experience of facilitation, training and network and partner capacity building

Desirable criteria

• Ability to incorporate Gender and HIV methodologies into partners’ work
• Understanding of partnership approach to international development
• Understanding and familiarity with database management.
• Familiarity and understanding of SPSS.
• Manage and organise information systems and establish and maintain filing systems.
• Ability to produce quality reports from analysis conducted on data sets.
• Ability to produce quality reports, case studies and health advocacy briefs from analysis conducted on data sets and gathered qualitative information.

Further information

• This role requires applicants to have the right to work in the country where this position is based.
• We value diversity and aspire to reflect this in its workforce. We welcome applications from people from all sections of the community, irrespective of race, colour, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief.
• You can expect a wide range of rewards and benefits,  and flexibility that will ensure you enjoy a good work/life balance.

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About the role

The post holder is responsible for the effective management of malaria commodities, including ordering, storage, distribution, utilization, reporting of logistics data in line with the Malaria Commodity Logistics System. H/She will contribute to develop organizational plans; provide support in designing effective procurement, supply and management systems for malaria programmes. H/She will work with state programme/logistics officers to mobilise third party logistics providers to ensure timely distribution of malaria commodities to State Central Medical Stores and health facilities and coordinate the implementation of the MCLS activities in the States. The post is a part of an enlarged team comprised of the state programme/logistics officers that will be collaborating in the management of malaria commodities at the central and State levels of the system. The post holder will represent Christian Aid and will engage with and promote communications and fundraising, including institutional donors.

About you

The ideal candidate must possess a degree in Pharmacy, Public Health, Basic Science or equivalent. He/she must have at least three years I/NGO working experience Malaria intervention programmes including commodity logistics system with emphasis on logistics management information system (LMIS) with familiarity with Nigerian PSM guidelines.

Essential criteria

• Extensive knowledge of the National response to Malaria in Nigeria..
• Experience in quantification, forecasting, preparation of distribution plans and inventory management.
• In-depth understanding and familiarity with Global Fund, DFID,EU, and/or USAID funding and reporting requirements
• Knowledge and competency in gender-sensitive programming.
• Experience of managing institutional donor-funded projects
• Excellent report writing skills and high level of computer literacy with strong communication skills (verbal and written)
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively represent Christian Aid at the national, state and local levels.

Desirable criteria

• Significant experience in working with local partner organisations
• Familiarity in working with faith based institutions in Nigeria
• Skills and experience in  National, State and local advocacy and lobbying processes

Further information

• This role requires applicants to have the right to work in the country where this position is based.
• We value diversity and aspire to reflect this in its workforce. We welcome applications from people from all sections of the community, irrespective of race, colour, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief.
• You can expect a wide range of rewards and benefits,  and flexibility that will ensure you enjoy a good work/life balance.