Graduate Position at Action Against Hunger | ACF-International

The INGO Forum Assistant will be a motivated learner and a passionate activist for the improvement of the development/humanitarian situation in Nigeria and for the role of civil society in this context. As a support staff to the INGO Forum in Nigeria, she/he will compile information/data and produce briefs on humanitarian and development issues, Members’ programs and other issues as required. The Assistant will also assist in mobilising Forum Members, preparing meetings, taking minutes and organising trainings and events. This will be an opportunity for an entry-level young committed worker to learn about coordination and the humanitarian sector in general, while developing research, analytical and organizational skills.

Summary of Key Objectives:
•    To research information and assist in drafting humanitarian briefs for Members and partners
•    To organize trainings and events for Forum Members and partners 
•    To assist in coordinating the Forum 

Qualifications; Essential Skills & Experience: 
•    Advanced university degree in law, political science, international relations, journalism, social sciences, international development or related technical field (minimum Bachelor’s degree).
•    Bachelor’s degree in law, political science, international relations, journalism, social sciences, international development or related technical field. 
•    Written and spoken fluency in English.
•    Willingness to learn and interest in humanitarian practice.
•    Commitment to international humanitarian standards and principles.
•    Excellent writing, editing and analytical skills and ability to formulate well-targeted advocacy documents.
•    Ability to work independently in a fast-paced and often demanding environment.
•    Flexibility in terms of office hours.

Preferred
•    Masters’ degree in law, political science, international relations, journalism, social sciences, international development or related technical field. 
•    Experience in an NGO (local or international), in a newspaper or research institution.
•    Knowledge of and contacts in Nigerian NGOs.
•    Fluency in written and spoken English
•    Excellent knowledge of  Microsoft Package