Ongoing Recruitment at Adamu Oiku & CO. (Chartered Accountants) [5 Positions]

Adamu Oiku & CO. (Chartered Accountants) – A fast growing Abuja based Microfinance Bank requires the services of young, dynamic, self motivated, targets driven and results oriented personnel to fill key management position below:

Job Title: Business Development and Marketing Officer
Location: Abuja

Requirements

• The applicant should possess a Degree or Equivalent with good grades in Social/Management Sciences and a minimum post graduation working experience of three (3) years as an officer in recognized Financial Institution.

 

Job Title: Manager, Credit and Business Development
Location: Abuja

Requirements

• The applicant should hold a Degree with good grades in Social/Management Sciences.


• A minimum past graduation working experience & five (5) years would be required to fit into this position, three (3) of which must have been acquired on management position in a well established organization.

 

Job Title: Operations Manager
Location: Abuja

Requirements

• He/she should hold a Degree with good grades in Social/Management Sciences and a minimum of five (5) years post graduation working experience, three (3) of which must have been acquired an management position in a well established financial institution.

 

Job Title: Manager, Finance and Admin
Location: Abuja

Requirements

• He/she should hold a Degree with good grades in Accounting and possess a minimum of five(5) years post graduation working experience, three (3) of which must have been acquired on management position in a well established Microfinance Bank.

 

Job Title: Managing Director
Location: Abuja

Requirements

• He/she should be an experienced banker with professional/chartered qualifications such as membership & CIBN, hold a Degree with good grades in Social/Management Sciences and a minimum of Seven (7) years working experience in the Banking Industry, Five (5) of which must have been acquired on top management position.

Application Closing Date
30th September, 2016.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications together with current CV’s to: [email protected]

Ongoing Recruitment at Adamu Oiku & CO. (Chartered Accountants) [5 Positions]

Calabar Microfinance Bank recruitment for Fresh Graduates

Calabar Microfinance Bank is an integrated financial service institution with a hard earned reputation for excellent financial business practices and a goal of fostering wealth creation by supporting and promoting business and entrepreneurial development among the economically/entrepreneurially “Active poor” and under-banked population. With its Corporate Headquarters at No. 72 Egerton Street, Calabar. CMF Bank started as a Community Bank in Cross River State fully licensed by Central Bank of Nigeria.

Calabar Microfinance Bank is recruiting to fill the job position below:

Job Title: Credit Officer
Location: Cross River

Job Descriptions

• Recommend loan applications for approval.


• Analyze customers’ financial status, credit, and property evaluations to determine feasibility of granting loans.


• Explain to customers the different types of loans and credit options that are available, as well as the terms of those services.


• Submit applications to credit analysts for verification and recommendation.


• Handle customer complaints and take appropriate action to resolve them.


• Negotiate payment arrangements with customers who have delinquent loans.


• Market bank products to individuals and firms, promoting bank services that may meet customers’ needs.


• Set credit policies, credit lines, procedures and standards in conjunction with senior managers.


• Analyze potential loan markets and develop referral networks in order to locate prospects for loans.


• Obtain and compile copies of loan applicants’ credit histories, corporate financial statements, and other financial information.


• Review and update credit and loan files.


• Review loan agreements to ensure that they are complete and accurate according to policy.


• Compute payment schedules.


• Stay abreast of new types of loans and other financial services and products in order to better meet customers’ needs.

Qualification

• B.Sc, HND & Minimum of OND in related discipline.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV’s to: [email protected] or [email protected]

Application Deadline
30th September, 2016.

Calabar Microfinance Bank recruitment for Fresh Graduates

Exp. Job Vacancies at State Micro Finance Bank [6 Positions]

A State Micro Finance Bank with head office in Port Harcourt, Nigeria is seeking resourceful, experienced and dynamic candidates for the following vacant positions below:

 

Job Title: Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer
Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers

Job Description
The post holder is responsible for managing the day to day operations of the financial institution; developing strategy and plans to expand market share and improve profitability of the financial Institution; provide inspiring leadership and motivate the staff to deliver high performance and ensure the financial institution meets regulatory compliance requirements.

Qualifications, Experience and Competencies

• Possession of B.Sc/HND is a must; Additional qualifications such as MBA, ACIB, ACCA, ACA, CPA, Masters degree or certification as a microfinance banker would be an added advantage


• Minimum of 10 years post graduation experience out of which at least 5 must be in the financial services industry and at least 3 at the senior management level.


• Demonstrable experience building and leading high performing teams


• Skills in developing new markets and products/services.


• Must be a thoroughbred professional

 

Job Title: Operations Manager
Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers

Job Description

• The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and supervising all banking operation/service functions of the financial institution Including branch, products and business management;


• Providing exceptional customer care experience for the Institution’s clients and efficient functioning of infrastructure required for hitch free day to day operations.

Qualifications, Experience and Competencies

• B.Sc/HND in Banking, Business Administration, Operations Management or equivalent professional qualification


• Minimum of 6 years’ post-graduation experience in banking operations preferably in the microfinance industry, of which at least 2 must be at the senior management level


• Sound working knowledge of the microfinance and /or banking industry and related banking compliance regulations, banking laws ix compulsory


• Strong leadership qualities with a proactive, results oriented and a positive “can do” disposition.


• Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills

 

Job Title: Credit and Marketing Manager
Location:Port Harcourt, Rivers

Job Description

• This role will ensure effective credit administration and efficient deposit mobilization in collaboration with the other members of the management team and provide leadership to the marketing team.

Qualifications, Experience and Competencies

• BSc./HND in any discipline (additional qualification or degree in any finance or business related discipline will be an advantage)


• Minimum of 6 years post-graduation experience out of which at least 2 years should be at senior management level in the financial services industry (banking/insurance etc)


• Strong business acumen and knowledge of low income market


• Good oral and written communication skills


• Excellent Interpersonal and marketing skills


• Fluency in Pidgin English and at least one local language.


• A good team player, able to work in a close multidisciplinary team


• Self- Directed and able to work with minimal supervision

 

Job Title: Accounts Manager
Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers

Job Description

• The role of the Head, Accounts includes maintaining of complete accounting records and systems and preparation of reliable and accurate financial statements and accounts for the financial

Qualifications, Experience and Competencies

• Minimum requirement is a BSc./HND in Accounting plus certification as a qualified member of a professional accounting body -ACA, ACCA, etc (additional qualification or degree in any finance or business related discipline Will be an advantage) .


• Minimum of 6 years experience in core banking role or in an audit department of a financial institution/ Audit Firm with at least 2 of these years at management level


• High level of numeracy to evaluate complex financial data and information


• A good team player, able to work in a close multidisciplinary team.


• Self- Directed and able to work with minimal supervision.


• Attention to details

 

Job Title: Risk Manager
Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers

Job Description
The Risk Manager has a key role with responsibilities to design and implement a structured approach to identifying risks inherent in the financial institution’s operational environment as well as its business opportunities, and proactively manage these rinks in a cost effective and efficient manner.

Qualifications, Experience and Competencies

• B.Sc/HND in Economics, Accounting or Finance (possession of a Masters degree in any of these disciplines will represent an added advantage)


• Minimum of 6years post-graduation experience in the banking industry with at least 2 years in a risk management role. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Good oral and written communication skills


• Demonstrable leadership, networking and collaboration/negotiation skills


• Ability to build and maintain excellent working relationships within a diverse organizational structure

 

Job Title: Internal Auditor
Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers

Job Description
The roles of the internal Auditor includes performing audit and compliance test on day to day transactions, supporting the financial institution to meet minimum requirement of statutory audits, review financial and operational system and processes In use by the financial institution to ensure there are built in internal controls to protect the integrity of the institution’s assets and resources.

Qualifications, Experience and Competencies

• BSc./HND in Accounting


• Certification ax a qualified member of a professional accounting body -ACA, ACCA


• Minimum of 6 years experience in core banking role or in an audit department of a financial institution/ Audit Firm with at least 2 of these years at management level


• Proven knowledge of auditing standards and procedures, laws, rules and regulations.


• Exposure to regulatory frameworks in a financial institution.


• Demonstrable working knowledge of internal control systems and processes Self- directed and able to work with minimal supervision


• Advanced proficiency in the use of MS Office, accounting software and databases.


• Attention to details

Application Closing Date: 7th September, 2016.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should submit an updated CV and a suitability statement detailing how they meet the requirements of the specific role. This should be sent as Microsoft Word or pdf attachment to: [email protected]The subject of the email should be the position applied for and the Applicant’s Full Name e.g. Internal Auditor – Michael Okoro.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Exp. Job Vacancies at State Micro Finance Bank [6 Positions]

Vacancy for Marketers At Wyse Leasing & Investment Co., Monday 22, August 2016

Wyse Leasing & Investment Co. is recruiting Financial marketers for its operations in Lagos, Nigeria.

FINANCIAL MARKETERS

REQUIREMENTS

Experience in a Microfinance Bank will be an advantage.

TO APPLY

Candidates should send CV to wyseleasing@yahoo.com

Vacancy for Marketers At Wyse Leasing & Investment Co., Monday 22, August 2016

Opportunities at a Micro-Finance Bank [6 Positions]

A reputable Micro Finance Bank located in Alimosho Local Government Area of Lagos State, is currently seeking to employ suitably qualified candidate to fill the positions below:

Job Title: Head of Credit and Marketing
Location: Lagos
Requirements

• B.Sc/HND in Accounting, Marketing, Business Administration or relevant discipline


• Must be computer literate


• Must have at least 5 years practical marketing experience in the marketing department of a Bank, Finance company or similar organisation.

Job Title: Head of Internal Control and Audit
Location: Lagos
Requirements

• Candidates must be a Degree holder.


• Minimum of 5 years relevant experience


• Possession of Microfinance Certificate will be an added advantage.

Job Title: IT/Computer Executive
Location: Lagos
Requirements

• OND in Computer Science


• Must have at least 3 years practical experience in a Bank or similar organisation

Job Title: Head Financial Control
Location: Lagos
Requirements

• Candidates must be a Degree holder.


• Minimum of 5 years relevant experience


• Possession of Microfinance Certificate will be an added advantage.

Job Title: Head Operation
Location: Lagos
Requirements

• Candidates must be a Degree holder.


• Minimum of 5 years relevant experience


• Possession of Microfinance Certificate will be an added advantage.

Job Title: Teller
Location: Lagos
Requirements

• OND in Accounting, Banking and Finance.


• 3-5 years banking experience and must be computer literate.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their hand written application with CV’s to:

The Secretary,
Recruitment Committee,
P.O Box 2544,
Ipaja,
Lagos State.
And also upload their application and CV’s to: [email protected]

Application Deadline: 17th August, 2016.

Opportunities at a Micro-Finance Bank [6 Positions]

Fresh Listings from Mercy Corps Nigeria (Graduate & Experienced) [3 Positions]

Mercy Corps, An International Humanitarian Organization is looking for a suitable candidate to fill a very strategic position within our Conflict Management team in Borno State. We are looking for a motivated individual, who is enthusiastic about the work we do and is looking to work within a dynamic team.

We are  recruiting to fill the following graduate and experienced positions below:

Job Title: Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Assistant-ENGINE
Location: Abuja

Program/Department Summary

• The Educating Nigerian Girls in New Enterprises (ENGINE) program seeks to improve the lives of marginalised adolescent girls aged 16-19 in Nigeria.


• The project which is funded through a grant to the Coca-Cola Company as part of the UK Department for International Development’s Girls’ Education Challenge (GEC) is being implemented in Lagos, Kano, Kaduna, and the FCT.


• About 18,000 adolescent girls who are either enrolled in school or are currently out of school are the target beneficiary of the program.


• The ENGINE program is being implemented by a consortium which includes Mercy Corps, Preston Health Care Consulting and the Nike Foundation.

Essential Job Functions

• Manage ENGINE data management platforms (SPSS, CSpro, Excel)


• Perform data analysis and present monthly report based on project indicators


• Conduct collation and entry of data from ENGINE data collection tool including but not limited to; post-test questionnaire, Matching Interest to Work (MiW), Attendance summary, academic curricular pretest score and School performance record


• Perform regular update of ENGINE data management platforms


• Coordinate data entry clerks


• Support development of monthly M&E report, factsheet


• Perform any other assignment as required by the supervisor

Supervisory Responsibility:

Accountability:

• Reports directly to ENGINE MEL Officer (100%)

Works Directly With:

• MEL team, Programs unit, I&E team

Knowledge and Experience

• Degree in Computer Science, IT, information management, or relevant field, with a strong foundation in database management


• Minimum 1-3 years of work experience in the area of qualitative and quantitative M&E methodologies, database management and report writing


• Knowledge of program development, implementation, evaluation, and reporting


• Fluency in written and verbal English and Hausa required.

Success Factors:

• The successful MEL Assistant will have the ability to multi-task, set priorities, and work under tight deadlines within a complex team.


• S/he will demonstrate strong interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills and be committed to the values and mission of Mercy Corps.


• S/he will take initiative and contribute to team efforts, as well as demonstrate ability to communicate.

Living/Environmental Conditions:

• This position will be based in Abuja with up to 25% travel primarily to locations within Northern States where security is at times high-risk.


• Security in Abuja is generally good. Housing, health care, water, electricity and consumer goods are all reasonably accessible and there are good international and domestic travel options from Abuja Airport.


• Mercy Corps Team members represent the agency both during and outside of work hours when deployed in a field posting or on a visit/TDY to a field posting. Team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and Mercy Corps’ policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues.

 

Job Title: Human Resources Manager
Location: Abuja

Job Description
Program/Department Summary:

• Mercy Corps has been present in Nigeria since 2012, focusing its interventions on conflict mitigation, adolescent girls’ empowerment, economic development and humanitarian assistance. With funding from variety of government donors and foundations, Mercy Corps has been able to work together with communities in Nigeria to respond to these needs, bringing benefit to more than 50,000 beneficiaries per year. All Mercy


• Corps interventions in Nigeria are implemented in a conflict and gender sensitive manner.


• With the rapid growth and increasing activities in Mercy Corps, there is the need for a middle management staff to complement management’s efforts at sustaining the resolve to meet its HRM objectives.

General Position Summary

• The HR Manager is responsible for coordinating activities within the HR unit, ensuring excellence and timely delivery on job requirements. The HR Manager is required to provide efficient oversight function in the management of human resources activities for Mercy Corps programs in Nigeria; assist in the achievement of Mercy Corps program objectives with the facilitation of recruitment, remuneration and staff development issues.


• The Human Resources Manager will be based in Abuja with frequent travels to project locations including the North East

Essential Job Functions

• Ensure an effective and efficient HR system


• Assist Operations Manager in designing and implementing improvement strategies in the HR unit


• Responsible for ensuring efficient filing of personnel files for all staff – including recruitment documents,


• CVs, valid contracts, PAFs, timesheets, employee data sheets, disciplinary papers and performance evaluations:


• Ensure recruitment of national staff adheres to Mercy Corp approved standard Recruitment Policies and Procedures


• Ensure adequate participation of HR Department in interviews for new staff;


• Ensure approved Salaries and benefits adhere to Mercy Corps salary scales and protocols


• Ensure Mercy Corps Nigeria personnel policies strictly adhere to Nigerian labour law as applicable; this includes payment of appropriate taxes, benefits etc.;


• Maintain a tracking system for all leave types taken by employees;


• Maintain up-to- date staffing lists; preferably filing by program and department;


• Ensure that employee performance evaluations are completed as scheduled;


• Ensure that all national staff have an up-to- date relevant job description;


• Coordinate coverage for operations during annual leave of key national staff with management;


• Oversee the monthly procedure of timesheets for all staff including collection, review and compilation into payroll; train new staff on timesheet procedure;


• Process monthly payroll in conjunction with finance staff and ensure payroll is delivered in a timely manner;

Position Description

• Responsible for ensuring adequate orientation of all new, national staff on Mercy Corps Nigeria


• Ensure all new staff receive copies of Nigeria National Staff Policy Handbook and are alerted to


• Support and advice on policies, as required;


• Advise staff (national and international) on disciplinary procedures;


• Advise staff (national and international) on raise policies and procedures;


• Assist management in conducting or arranging for trainings and/or other human resource


• Oversee the clearance of terminated employees, as per Mercy Corp policies and procedures;


• Participate in disciplinary, hiring and termination meetings with program staff upon request;


• Maintain confidentiality of all national staff personnel issues including disciplinary procedures and


• Conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to


• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibility:

• The HR Manager directly supervises the HR Officer

Accountability:

• Reports directly to: Operations Manager


• Works directly with: Program, logistics and finance team

Knowledge and Experience

• Education: at least Bachelor Degree in Business Management / Administration or equivalent professional certificates in Human Resources Management;


• At least three (3) years’ HR management experience, preferably with an NGO and in a managerial capacity.


• Ability to translate letters, reports and meetings as required.


• Demonstrated attention to detail, following procedures, meeting deadlines and working and problem-solving independently and cooperatively.


• Knowledge of Mercy Corps systems and procedures (esp. procurement systems) desirable; M&E experience preferred and knowledge of US, EU and DFID regulations helpful.


• Excellent negotiation and representation skills.


• Effective verbal and written communication, organizational, prioritization and Microsoft Office applications.


• Excellent oral and written English skills required;


• Ability to work effectively with an ethnically diverse team in a sensitive environment systems, policies and procedures;

Benefits

• Development activities;


• Contracts/ pay rates;


• Mercy Corps and to not jeopardize its humanitarian mission.

Success Factors:

• A successful candidate will have strong diplomacy skills in managing a team with different backgrounds, abilities, and technical knowledge and will have contextual knowledge of Northern Nigeria. She/he will use effective communication and team-building techniques, have excellent organizational and strong interpersonal skills and display an even temperament and good sense of humor.


• Organizational Learning:


• As part of our commitment to organizational learning and in support of our understanding that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities they serve – we expect all team members to commit 5% of their time to learning activities that benefit Mercy Corps as well as themselves.

Accountability to Beneficiaries:

• Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts towards accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.


• Mercy Corps Team members represent the agency both during and outside of work hours when deployed in a field posting or on a visit/TDY to a field posting. Team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and Mercy Corps’ policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues.

 

Job Title: Household Economic Strengthening Manager
Location: Abuja

Program/Department Summary

• The Household Economic Strengthening Manager will play an important role in the implementation of a five-year program in Northern Nigeria supporting the capacity of Nigerian institutions to scale up care and support services for Orphans and Vulnerable Orphans (OVC) households.

General Position Summary

• The Household Economic Strengthening Manager will provide overall technical direction on Household Economic Strengthening of the program that is funded by USAID and managed by the lead grant holder– Save the Children.


• S/he will assist with the development of innovative economic strengthening strategies for vulnerable households to compliment other Nigerian government, private sector and international donor funded program interventions by strengthening the capacity of Nigerian entities (NGOs, CSO, local financial institutions).


• S/he will guide a portfolio of approaches and activities that mitigate economic vulnerability and enable targeted households to better cope with economic shocks allowing them to protect and grow financial, human and social assets.


• S/he will facilitate relationships between households caring for OVC and public and private sector actors by identifying economic constraints and ensuring appropriate activities that have long-term viability.


• Emphasis will be placed on market-oriented strategies to ensure sustainability of livelihood gains, including: private sector demand-driven job creation, enterprise development, financial education, value chain linkages and appropriate savings, credit and insurance services for various age groups.


• The Household Economic Strengthening Manager will work closely with Save the Children, counterparts with other donor funded programs, and private sector actors in designing and implementing innovative economic strengthening and livelihoods support approaches.

Essential Job Functions
Program Management and Technical Oversight:

• Work closely with counterparts in other NGOs, donor organizations, and other stakeholder groups to re-design, plan, and implement a comprehensive OVC program.


• Provide technical support in one or more of the following areas: market-driven economic development, private sector engagement, microfinance, youth-focused financial services, financial education, village savings and loan associations (VSLA), micro-insurance, entrepreneurship development, and value chain linkages. Manage implementation of program activities, developing work plans in collaboration with counterparts in other organizations, monitoring implementation, and evaluating impact.

Operations and Management:

• Oversee the smooth flow of routine project operations in compliance with Mercy Corps and donor policies and procedures.


• Ensure effective and transparent use of financial resources in compliance with Mercy Corps and donor policies and procedures.

Representation and Coordination:

• Liaise with private sector actors, local government officials, local NGOs and civil society organizations, local religious leaders and other notables to ensure support for and acceptance of Mercy Corps’ programs.


• Maintain close working relationships with donors, other humanitarian and development organizations, and local partners (banks, training institutes, insurance companies, and microfinance institutions), including representing Mercy Corps at local coordination meetings as assigned.


• Conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Mercy Corps and to not jeopardize its humanitarian mission.


• Other duties as assigned.

Security:

• Work closely with the country team’s security focal point to ensure that program is contributing to and responding to safety and security plans and procedures.


• Ensure that program is implemented with a clear analysis and understanding of security management priorities.

Organizational Learning:

• As part of Mercy Corps’ agency-wide Organizational Learning Initiative, all team members are responsible for spending 5% of their work time in formal and/or non-formal professional learning activities.

Accountability to Beneficiaries

• Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts towards accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.

Supervisory Responsibility:

• This position will manage several short-term consultants.

Reports Directly To:

• Country Director, Mercy Corps Nigeria; on day to day matters reports to STEER Program Director in Kaduna.

Works Directly with:

• Mercy Corps Nigeria team, STEER/Save the Children Program Director, Organizational Development Director

Knowledge and Experience

• MA/S in Business, Finance, Economics, Agriculture, Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics, or related field


• At least 5 years work experience with for profit organization, non-governmental organization (NGO) or for-profit agribusiness working with vulnerable, marginalized groups in West Africa, preferably Nigeria


• Proven knowledge of international best practices of household economic strengthening for OVC and OVC caregivers.


• At least 5 years proven experience in innovative value chain development or business models using best practices.


• Proven experience in one or more of the following: market-driven economic development, private sector engagement, microfinance, village savings and loan associations (VSLA), micro-insurance, entrepreneurship development, and value chain linkages.


• Fluency in English required, including report development, writing and editing. Strong desire for applicants with fluency in Hausa.


• Strong management skills, with good understanding of relevant cross-cultural issues.


• Previous experience in Nigeria, especially in Northern Nigeria.


• Demonstrated experience in training, capacity building of partners and team members.


• Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines and work independently and cooperatively with team members required


• Highly developed computers skills with strong familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel are mandatory.


• Candidate must be willing to travel and work throughout Nigeria.

Success Factors:

• A successful candidate will have strong diplomacy skills in managing a team with different backgrounds, abilities, and technical knowledge and will have contextual knowledge of Northern Nigeria.


• She/he will use effective communication and team-building techniques, have excellent organizational and strong interpersonal skills and display an even temperament and good sense of humour.

Living Conditions/Environmental Conditions:

• The Economic Strengthening Advisor will be based in Abuja and work collaboratively with the Save the Children, Nigeria with frequent travel to the states of Kano, Sokoto, Bauchi, and Plateau


• Mercy Corps Team members represent the agency both during and outside of work hours when deployed in a field posting or on a visit/TDY to a field posting.


• Team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and MC’s policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues.

Application Deadline: 10th August, 2016.

How To Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Application and CV’s to: [email protected] with the position applied for as the subject of the email.

Fresh Listings from Mercy Corps Nigeria (Graduate & Experienced) [3 Positions]

African Development Bank Fresh Recruitment

African Development Bank (AfDB) – Established in 1964, the African Development Bank is the premier pan-African development institution, promoting economic growth and social progress across the continent. There are 80 member states, including 54 in Africa (Regional Member Countries). The Bank’s development agenda is delivering the financial and technical support for transformative projects that will significantly reduce poverty through inclusive and sustainable economic growth.

We are recruiting to fill the following vacant positions below:

Job Title: Chief Investment Officer – OPSD.3
Reference: ADB/16/082
Location: Côte d’Ivoire
Grade: PL-3
Position N°: 50069783

Objectives
The Private Sector and Microfinance Department (OPSD) is responsible for all private sector operations falling within the umbrella of the Bank Group’s private sector development strategy. The department plans, organizes and carries out the activities related to private sector project identification, preparation, appraisal, and implementation. The department also provides financial and technical assistance for private sector projects and programs and supports the Bank’s country diagnostic and strategy work as well as enabling environment reform programs to improve the investment climate in Africa.

The Infrastructure and Public Private Partnership Division (OPSD3) is responsible for originating all infrastructure operations that do not have an explicit sovereign guarantee from the beneficiary country. This includes non-sovereign guaranteed projects in the power, transportation, telecommunications and water sectors. The division leads project teams that identify, appraise and process infrastructure projects until first disbursement, at which point primary responsibility is passed to the portfolio management division.

The Private sector and Microfinance Department is recruiting an Investment Officer at grade level PL-3 for the Division of Infrastructure and PPPs. The main objectives of the position are to:

• Promote private sector development in regional member countries (RMCs) through financing private enterprises, public-private partnerships (PPPs) and projects in various Infrastructure sectors which are technically feasible, financially and economically viable, and environmentally sound and create optimum added value, without sovereign guarantees in accordance with sound banking principles;


• Mobilize domestic and foreign resources for investment in the private sector through co-financing operations with other institutions, commercial banks and Export Credit Agencies;


• Execute transactions and build relationships with clients, global and regional private businesses, banking and multilateral partners and government officials;


• Contribute to private sector development in the AfDB’s  countries of operation by executing innovative, developmental, and profitable investments.

Duties and Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Division Manager, Investment Officers:

• Work with Junior staff to help identify and execute viable investment transactions across Africa, which maximize development impact as well as profitability.


• Lead and/or participate in the planning and appraisal of investment opportunities that include conducting company due diligence and financial analysis to assess the viability and optimal structure of an AfDB investment;


• Lead and/or participate in the preparation of project appraisal reports for presentation to the Department, the various review committees and finally to the Board of Directors.


• Ensure that all conditions precedent have been fulfilled on a timely basis and process or oversee the first disbursement to projects and ensuring a smooth transition of primary responsibility for the project to the portfolio management team.


• Ability to lead and/or participate in multidisciplinary teams of the African Development Bank (AfDB) professionals who have expertise in the regions or sectors in which we do business, including legal, environmental, social, industry and product specialists.


• Assist the portfolio management team to ensure effective monitoring and supervision of the originated projects in the portfolio.


• Develop and maintain quality relationships with clients to ensure responsive client service and to foster repeat business and generate new opportunities/relationships for AfDB.


• Play an active role in coaching and mentoring more junior investment officers.


• Represent the Division/Department in meetings as maybe assigned from time-to-time.

Selection Criteria
Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience

•  A minimum of a Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Banking or related areas, preferably engineering.


• A minimum of seven (7) years of professional relevant experience, ideally in an international investment bank of Development Finance Institutions (DFI).


• Knowledge of the infrastructure sectors; equity investment and/or project finance is preferred; investment transaction experience in the Infrastructure sectors in Africa would be a plus.


• Ability to build partnerships and deliver results that meet the needs and long-term interest of clients within and outside the institution;


• Sound business judgment in identifying potential business partners.


• Strong financial and credit skills; demonstrated ability to structure a variety of complex financial instruments (debt and sub debt).


• Strong inter-personal skills, ability to interact effectively with clients and colleagues from various cultural backgrounds.


• Highly motivated, committed to highest ethical standards.


• Genuine commitment to sustainable development, AfDB’s mission, strategy and values.


• Excellent organizational, administrative, and time management skills with proven ability to work promptly and efficiently under pressure and meet tight deadlines.


• Willingness to travel.


• Competence in the use of Bank standard software (Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint).


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and/or French, and preferably with a working knowledge of the other language.

Application Deadline: 10th August, 2016.

How To Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should CLICK HERE

 

Job Title: Protocol and Liaison Officer – Eastern Africa Regional Resource Centre (EARC)
Reference: ADB/16/083
Location: Nigeria
Grade: LP6
Position N°: 50071235

Objectives

• The Eastern Africa Regional Resource Center (EARC) of the African Development Bank (AfDB) has been established to strengthen policy dialogue between the Bank, Governments and other stakeholders and improve performance of the project portfolio and aid coordination with other development partners.


• The Bank invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill in the vacant position of Protocol and Liaison Officer. This position is based in Nairobi, Kenya and does not attract international terms and conditions.

Duties and Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Regional Director of EARC and the technical oversight of the Bank’s Chief of Protocol, the Protocol & Liaison Officer’s role will be to contribute to the efficient delivery of protocol services of the Bank by:

• Ensuring that the Bank and its staff are accorded at all times their privileges and immunities in the region covered by the EARC; Ensuring prompt issuance of relevant documents for Bank staff (residence permits, franchises, registration of their vehicles, exemption from VAT, etc.) in accordance with the Bank’s policies and guidelines;


• Providing assistance in the planning, programming and monitoring of ceremonies and receptions organized by the Bank;


• Ensuring proper communication between staff of the Bank and government officials of the host country;


• Working closely with Protocol Services at the Bank’s Headquarters to ensure a maintenance of protocol standards of the Bank and its staff;


• Providing general administrative support to the Regional Resource Centre by designing, preparing and following up on various administrative documents, Notes Verbale, various certification documents, attestations, etc.;


• Contributing to the establishment of good working relations between the Bank, its staff and host country authorities.

Other specific duties and responsibilities include:

• Act as liaison between the Bank and staff on the one hand and the host country authorities on the other;


• Prepare Notes Verbale addressed to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the host country relating to the management of privileges and immunities of the Regional Resource Centre (RRC) and the staff assigned to it;


• Prepare, dispatch and follow up on residence permits of the Bank’s staff;


• Prepare, dispatch and follow up on visa and motor vehicle registration applications of the Bank’s staff at the beginning and end of employment term;


• Follow up with the host country’s authorities, procedures for obtaining franchises/concessions on the importation and exportation of personal effects, vehicles and other goods for the use of the RRC and its staff, as well as VAT exemptions;


• Conduct airport arrival and departure formalities for senior staff of the Bank and all other personalities invited by the Regional Office;


• Coordinate the organization of events and ceremonies organized by the RRC-Nairobi;


• Maintain an up-to-date status of motor vehicle fleet for the RRC and its staff;


• Perform regular inventories of applications for franchises/concessions, residence permits, etc. and inform the Regional Director of the status;


• Ensure flag, emblems and pennants of the Bank are well maintained;


• Produce a monthly activity report on the Protocol Officer’s portfolio;


• Report to the Privileges, immunities and conferences Division (SGPC.12) on all issues pertaining to the implementation of the privileges and immunities provisions of the Host Country Agreement (HCA);


• Perform any other tasks as may be assigned.

Selection Criteria
Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience

• A minimum of a Master’s degree or its university equivalent in Law, International Relations, International Public Law, Political Science, or other related discipline;


• Qualifications, studies and training in diplomacy and protocol practices would be an advantage;


• A minimum of four (4) years of relevant professional experience holding a diplomatic position in government or a similar position in a multilateral organization such as the Bank;


• Experience in protocol practices of Governments, National or Public Administrations, Ministries of Foreign Affairs, Embassies;


• Proven ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, multicultural environment and to function effectively as a member of various groups;


• Strong interpersonal skills, a keen sense of initiative, rigorous and methodical approach with attention to detail; Budget and programme management skills desirable;


• An excellent communicator in English. A good working knowledge of French will be an advantage;


• Competence in the use of standard software used in the Bank (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Knowledge of SAP will be an advantage.

Application Deadline: 14th August, 2016.

How To Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should CLICK HERE

 

Job Title: Special Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer – Africa50
Location: Nigeria

Objectives

• Africa50 is a landmark investment vehicle, focused exclusively on Africa’s infrastructure investment opportunities. It is an independent, profit driven, commercially managed entity.


• It will provide a means for private sector investors to bring fresh capital to infrastructure development while securing a return.


• The result should be a significant boost to efforts to ensure sustained economic growth on the African continent. Africa50 will focus on large scale, transformative, commercially and developmentally sustainable infrastructure projects.


• Africa50 will target investments in high-impact national and regional projects in the energy, transport, Information Communication Technology and water sectors.

The Position

• Africa50 is hiring a Special Assistant to its Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The selected candidate will assist the CEO in all aspects of his work and will interact with a wide range of people within and outside Africa50.


• The position requires stamina and a tremendous capacity for hard work.


• Qualified candidates will ideally have over six years of professional experience in finance or management consulting with strong finance skills.


• They should have a solid record of accomplishments and strong performance; sound judgment; strong organizational abilities; and excellent oral and written communication and people skills, including the ability to work across boundaries, as a leader and as a team member.


• The ability to be discreet and handle confidential information is also essential.

Duties and Responsibilities
Responsibilities for the successful applicant will include, but are not limited to:

• Provide input, analysis, and recommendations on issues brought to the CEO’s attention either for information or for action.


• Ensure that the CEO is adequately briefed and informed of important issues as they arise.


• Provide assistance to the CEO on all matters relating to Africa50’s operations, and Board interactions.


• Ensure appropriate follow through on actions, decisions, and commitments made by the CEO by working with the parties responsible for implementation.


• Prepare, attend meetings with (and on behalf of) the CEO, and follow up on agreed actions.


• Maintain regular contact both informally and formally with a wide range of staff to stay abreast of emerging issues requiring attention, and establish a program of systematic interaction with staff and follow up.


• Review briefs, speeches, and draft talking points for a wide spectrum of occasions.


• Closely interact with the Africa50 executive team and their staff, and keep them informed of important issues.


• Coordinate all high level corporate meetings, and overall schedule of the CEO.


• Organize and manage special events or visits of high profile guest’s and clients.


• Provide a broad range of analytical and liaison functions.


• Work effectively with Communication Staff to help manage Public Relations and Media outreach for the CEO.


• Coordinate the activities of the CEO’s front office.


• Fluent in English and French, preferably with a working knowledge of the other language.

Selection Criteria
Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience

• Must hold Master’s degree in Business Administration or equivalent qualification.


• Must have at least six (6) years’ experience in finance or management consulting with strong finance skills.


• Ability to produce high quality work with very short deadlines, to effectively prioritize work among multiple competing demands, and to adapt to unexpected work demands.


• Ability to multitask is essential.


• Highly developed communication and diplomatic skills (written and oral) to effectively share views at highest levels, and communicate effectively with staff at all levels.


• Excellent organizational, analytical, and logistical skills, with keen attention to detail and ability to follow up systematically on a broad set of initiatives and decisions.


• Responsiveness to demands of the CEO, internal and external clients.


• Strong initiative and record of performance with low supervisory requirements to function effectively as a member of a team within unstructured and pressured work environment.


• Superior interpersonal skills, including an ability to deal with sensitive issues in a multi-cultural environment and build effective working relations with clients and colleagues.


• Ability and capability to make decisions quickly, often with incomplete information.


• High degree of tact and discretion in dealing with internal and external clients, staff at all levels, and in handling confidential and sensitive information.


• Capacity to work long hours as needed; Highly motivated, and committed to highest ethical standards.

Application Deadline: 15th August, 2016.

How To Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should CLICK HERE

 

 

African Development Bank Fresh Recruitment

Job at AB Microfinance Bank Nigeria Limited, Friday 24, June 2016

AB Microfinance Bank Nigeria Limited is a member of an international network of Microfinance Banks under Access Holding Microfinance AG(www.accessholding.com), with its Head office in Berlin, Germany.

The Group provides world class banking services to micro, small and medium enterprises and private individuals in Africa and Asia. It has been spreading out to other countries across the globe rapidly.

IT SOFTWARE ARCHITECT

JOB DESCRIPTION

Interact with our business and technology stakeholders to understand our business direction to ensure it informs our technology direction

Establish architectural specifications, ensuring feasibility, functionality, and integration with existing software systems

Demonstrates critical understanding of technical architecture, data architecture, infrastructure, and IT operations

Identify the appropriate software architecture based on the requirements and design elements contained in a system specification.

Record software architecture in a software architecture document using use cases and the Unified Modeling Language (UML).

Maintain and evolve software architecture documents based on evolving system requirements and industry trends and technologies.

Analyze risk and report problems in meeting system requirements.

Provide supporting information to the Engineers to aid in the creation of a system specification.

Assist Software Designer/Implementers with the creation of detailed software design specifications.

Lead the review process for software architecture documents.

Perform software version control and maintain periodic compilation schedule.

Participate in the system specification review process to ensure system requirements can be translated into valid software architecture

Comply with all applicable product development processes. Perform detailed software design as well as implements and/or maintains code according to duties and responsibilities

Ensure the overall integrity of the software architecture and validates it against the systemspecification.

Integrate internal and external product design into a cohesive user experience

Work with visual designers to improve and refine product visual design and consistency

Develop architectural solutions by studying information needs; conferring with users; studying systems flow, data usage, and work processes; investigating problem areas; following the software development lifecycle

Update knowledge by studying state-of-the-art development tools, programming techniques, and computing equipment; participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications

Develop tactical tool in order to streamline or bring more efficiency within processes

Give support to other Software vendors on CBS interface or 3rd parties

Support operations teams to ensure that our business services are performing optimally.

NECESSARY EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

Minimum B.Sc / HND in Computer Science, Software engineering or related discipline with cognate experience

At least five years of professional experience in a similar role and operational environment

At least two years of UML experience (Unified Modeling Language)

At least two years of experience with software source control and version control

Experience troubleshooting and resolving database problems including database integrity, performance, blocking and deadlocking, replication, connectivity, security etc.

DB Administration experience with MS SQL Server

Experience in Performance Tuning and Optimization (PTO), using native monitoring and troubleshooting tools.

Knowledge of High Availability (HA) and Disaster Recovery (DR) options for MSSQL Server including Clustering, Database Mirroring, Replication, and AlwaysOn Availability Groups

Good knowledge of Object-oriented Programming languages and relational database

Experience in web development, mobile development and object-oriented programming

Knowledge of Web Interfaces and PHP, JavaScript, HTML5, ASP.NET, Java, C#, SOA

Knowledge of Software Development Process, Software Requirements, Software Design, Software Debugging, Software/System Documentation, Software Testing

Must be organized, have an eye for detail, and be able to put ideas into a tangible form

Ability to prioritize and manage work to critical project timelines in a fast-paced environment. Ability to develop new approaches to complex design problems

Experience in implementing operational automation

Documentation skills for operational processes and procedures

Ability to efficiently work with multiple developer teams

Audit/approve developers’ change requests to existing tables, stored procedures, indices, constraints, triggers and views, as well as audit/approve new entries

Knowledge of 3rd party DBA tools and applications (DB Admin)

Experience supporting developers to troubleshoot and write effective SQL

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Analytical and problem solving skills and process-oriented approach to work

Self-starter, self-managed, and able to work under stress to meet deadlines

Collaborative, consultative and customer-oriented approach

Reliable team player with excellent communication skills

Fluent English, both in writing and orally

A certified ISAQB would be an asset.


TO APPLY
Applicants should send their Cover letter and CV as an attachment to: jobs@ab-mfbnigeria.com

Note: Please ensure that you indicate job title as the SUBJECT of the mail. Failure to comply would disqualify your application. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

DUE DATE: 1 July, 2016

Job at AB Microfinance Bank Nigeria Limited, Friday 24, June 2016

The International Finance Corporation (IFC) Vacancy, Wednesday 22, June 2016

The International Finance Corporation (IFC), the private sector arm of the World Bank Group, is a global investor and advisor committed to promoting projects in its developing member countries that are economically beneficial, financially and commercially sound, and environmentally and socially sustainable. IFC finances private sector investments, mobilizes capital in the international financial markets, helps clients improve social and environmental sustainability, and provides technical assistance and advice to governments and businesses in the developing world.

INVESTMENT ANALYST

BACKGROUND / GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Financial Institution Group (FIG) is one of IFC’s key Departments responsible for a significant portion of IFC’s business volume, profitability and development reach, approximately 40%. FIG engages in a wide range of sub-sectors including Microfinance, SME, Gender, Climate, Insurance, Capital Markets, Housing, Distressed Assets, and other areas, with both investment and advisoryservices delivered globally to IFC’s clients through IFC’s global network. FIG has three main objectives: 1.) Financial inclusion 2.) Servicing the real economy and 3.) Mobilizing third-party resources.

The Sub-Saharan African (CAF) division of FIG is looking for an Investment Analyst to be based in its Lagos office.


DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

The Investment Analyst will be integrated with the teams of staff that develop new business, complete transactions, and supervise a portfolio of loans, quasi-equity and equity investments in Africa.

The candidate is required to know and effectively use fundamental business concepts and practices and to provide analytical, research and other professional support to professional level Investment Officers, The work program is varied and may be somewhat complex requiring evaluation, original thinking and various written outputs.

The responsibilities include but will not be limited to:

Create financial analysis models;

Support structuring of new investments;

Analyze historical and projected financial statements and prepare periodic portfolio reports;

Conduct industry and market research and assist in IFC’s business development efforts;

Monitor operational and financial performance of client companies to evaluate risk and recommend active portfolio management actions;

Prepare documentation for IFC internal processes and monitor compliance with IFC financial, environmental and legal requirements;

Establish and maintain quality client relationships to ensure responsive client service and to enhance new business opportunities;

Participate in investments negotiations;

Liaise with colleagues across departments and the region and at the head office in Washington DC.

Participate in the monitoring of investments in portfolio companies.

SELECTION CRITERIA

Bachelor’s or equivalent degree with specialization in finance;

At least 2-4 years of experience in finance, banking, portfolio management or consulting

Experience in a major financial institution (2+ years) with a proven track record strongly desirable;

Good knowledge of financial markets and one or more African financial markets a plus;

Strong financial analysis and modelling skills using Microsoft excel and ability to identify key issues;

Sound numerical, analytical and conceptual skills encompassing finance and the associated areas of investment, portfolio management and corporate finance and economics;

Commitment to economic development and keen interest in development finance in emerging markets;

Ability to work successfully in multicultural teams and across boundaries;

Demonstrated teamwork skills;

Strong client service orientation with an openness to feedback and new ideas;

Excellent presentation skills and ability to present ideas clearly and confidently;

Fluency in English. French is an added advantage.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Note: If the selected candidate is a current Bank Group staff member with a Regular or Open-Ended appointment, s/he will retain his/her Regular or Open-Ended appointment. All others will be offered a 2 year term appointment.

The International Finance Corporation (IFC) Vacancy, Wednesday 22, June 2016

Financial Sales Specialist at The Workplace Centre

The Workplace Centre is a state-of-the-art skills development centre that provides employability and entrepreneurial skills training as well as HR intervention services to its clients.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Experienced Financial Sales Specialist (EFSS)
Location: Lagos
Job Summary

• The Sales Executive is responsible for promoting and driving the sale of Loans and other company’s services to salary earners working and residing in the state.


• The sales executive plays a key role in communicating the organization product to new and existing customers and developing markets for new products.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Sale of Loans and other services.


• Managing market penetration/ growth of product


• Follow up Leads as assigned by the Team Lead.


• Contributing to developing marketing plans and strategies


• New business development


• Preparation of weekly marketing call reports to the Team Lead


• Contributing to the annual sales and marketing plan

Required Skills:

• Communication skills


• Product knowledge.


• Problem solving, analytical reasoning abilities.


• Good listening skills


• Negotiation skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or Higher National Diploma (HND) in any field.


• Must have NYSC Certificate or exemption letter.


• Minimum of 1 year work experience in a micro finance bank or commercial bank similar role.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resumes to: [email protected] using EFSS as the subject of the email.

Note: Do not apply if you don’t have at least 1 year experience in Sales in a Bank or Microfinance Bank

Application Deadline  21st June, 2016.

Financial Sales Specialist at The Workplace Centre

Ren Money Microfinance Bank Recruitment for Graduate Sales Executives

The Workplace Centre, is recruiting on behalf of its client, (Ren Money Microfinance Bank) to fill the position below:

Job Title: Financial Sales Executive
Location: Calabar, Enugu, Edo Branches
Job Summary

• The Sales Executive is responsible for promoting and driving the sale of Loans and other company’s services to salary earners working and residing in the state.


• The sales executive plays a key role in communicating the organization product to new and existing customers and developing markets for new products.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Sale of Loans and other services.


• New business development


• Preparation of weekly marketing call reports to the Team Lead


• Contributing to the annual sales and marketing plan


• Managing market penetration/ growth of product


• Follow up Leads as assigned by the Team Lead.


• Contributing to developing marketing plans and strategies

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or Higher National Diploma (HND) in any field.


• Must have NYSC Certificate or exemption letter.


• Relevant work experience in similar role.

Required Skills:

• Communication skills


• Good listening skills


• Negotiation skills


• Product knowledge.


• Problem solving, analytical reasoning abilities.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their resumes to: [email protected] using SALES EXECUTIVE_Calabar or SALES EXECUTIVE_Enugu or SALES EXECUTIVE_Benin as the subject of the email.

Application Deadline  17th June, 2016.

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Michael Stevens Consulting (Marketing Officers)

Michael Stevens Consulting – Our Client, a Microfinance Bank located in Port Harcourt, requires for immediate employment suitably qualified candidates for the position of:

Job Title: Marketing Officer

Location: Rivers

Job Overview
The Marketing Officer oversees the company’s marketing campaigns both internally and externally and plays a key part in communicating the organisations marketing message.

• Duties of the Marketing Officer include:


• Creating marketing campaigns and working with the company’s external PR agency to see them executed.


• Creating and developing new innovative ways to communicate the company message to their existing customers.


• Contributing to the annual sales and marketing plan.


• Planning and project managing marketing events and evaluating their success.


• Evaluating the effectiveness of all marketing activity.


• Developing and implementing an internal marketing programme.


• Supporting the marketing manager in day to day marketing activities.


• Grow the Banks client base through Direct Sales Activities to potential customers

Requirements of the role

• Previous experience in a similar marketing role.


• Ideally a Degree/OND/HND/B.Sc in Marketing although not essential.


• Strong and confident communicator.

Application Closing Date
29th June, 2016.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should their CV’s to: recruitment.ph@michaelstevens-consulting.com with JOB TITLE AS SUBJECT.

Michael Stevens Consulting (Marketing Officers)

Branch Manager Position at a Microfinance Bank

W-Holistic Business Solutions – Our client, a reputable Microfinance Bank located in Lagos, is looking for dynamic and highly skilled candidates to fill the position of:

Job Title: Branch Manager
Location: Lagos
Job Responsibilities

• Manages the Branch Portfolio (Deposit & Credit)


• Drive the branch team to ensure that customers needs are met


• Develop strategy & roadmap for improving the financial performance of the branch


• Build long lasting relationships with customers


• Create a culture of high performance among staff within the branch


• Ensure that branch procedures are followed to mitigate risks.


• Coordinate Credit Appraisal & Deposit Mobilization on branch level


• Drive the actualization of financial and non-financial targets


• Coordinate business development initiatives at the branch level


• Champion branch reporting and inter-branch dealings

Minimum Qualification

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance or Economics or a related discipline.


• A post-graduate Degree in Business, Finance or Economics is an added advantage.


• A Microfinance Certification is required.


• A minimum of five (5) years post-graduate experience in a, three (3) of which must have been in a related position in a micro-finance bank.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications letter and CV’s to: [email protected] with the Job title as the subject of the mail.

Application Deadline  15th June, 2016.

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Graduate Recruitment for Different Positions at Oxfam Novib (11 Positions)

Oxfam is an international confederation of 17 independent aid and development organisations networked together to fight poverty and injustice around the world. Working with partners and local communities in more than 90 countries, the mission of Oxfam is a just world without poverty.
With a conviction that people are well capable of building a life devoid of poverty on their own once given the chance to do so, Oxfam works with partners on projects in developing countries, lobbies companies and governments to take into account the interests of the poorest people and campaigns to ensure men and women are involved in decisions on issues that affect their lives. In Nigeria, Oxfam’s focus areas are Economic Justice/Livelihoods, Humanitarian Programming, Gender Justice / Female Leadership and Good Governance, adopting a rights-based approach. The overarching goal is to enable people exercise their rights and manage their own lives.

Oxfam in Nigeria with funding support from Global Affairs Canada (GAC) is implementing a five year Livelihoods and Nutrition Empowerment (LINE) project in Bauchi State. The project is aimed at improving the livelihoods for 10.000 poor and vulnerable households through increased farm productivity, enhanced market access, better nutrition and a more enabling environment for business development in 6 LGAs in Bauchi state.

We are recruiting to fill the vacant position for the LINE Project:

Job Title: Business Development Officer
Location: Bauchi
Main Tasks

• Manage and coordinate the Business Incubation Centres (BICs) at the LGA level. These are state-of-the-art skills development centers that provide employability and entrepreneurial skills training to youth.


• Organize and train youths in agro-processing skills in collaboration with SMEDAN and possibly IITA, identify and develop business opportunities targeted at youth.


• Support young entrepreneurs in the development of business plans and assist to monitor implementation.


• Pro-actively hunt for target agro-allied companies and establish communications with those businesses that can benefit from the activities of the LINE project


• Generate and share market information using innovative ICT models


• Undertake intermediation and linkage between farmer groups and agro-allied industries


• Identify / mobilize youth target beneficiaries and support them to engage in agro-processing activities to add value to agric commodities thereby increasing their market value.


• Actively and successfully manage and support farmer groups in commodity bulking and bulk input procurement


• Create and be accountable for all client proposals, contracts and any further documentation, following procedure


• Further develop multi-tier relationships to support and assist farmer and youth groups to organically grow their business


• Build referral and lead generation network. Locate or propose potential business deals by contacting potential partners; discovering and exploring opportunities.


• Follow up all leads generated from website, networking sessions, trade fairs and other events/ contacts


• Screens potential business deals by analyzing market strategies, deal requirements, potential, and financials; evaluating options; resolving internal priorities.


• Develop negotiating strategies and positions by studying integration of new ventures with BDS centre activities and mandate of the LINE projects.


• Mentor and coach youth project participants in the development and implementation of strategies for new products and services


• Determine new opportunities by analysing business needs / opportunities


• Manage farmer and youth groups relationships together with the various agro-allied industries in an effective manner.


• Undertakes relevant networking activities such as to promote and enhance better implementation of the LINE project mandate


• Influence diverse allocated internal/external target audiences in the six LGAs, particularly at the community levels.


• Supporting all the Project advisors – Market based Agricultural Livelihoods, Nutrition Services, Private sector and Rural Financial Services and other staff to coordinate, network and disseminate relevant information at the LGA level.


• Manage the LGA Business Incubation Centre and liaise with relevant MDAs and agencies in the implementation of business models that promote value addition to agricultural outputs and gainful employment for youth


• Respond to requests for information in a timely manner

Education and Relevant Experience

• Possession of a Bachelor Degree in Economics, Actuarial Science, or Banking & Finance, Social Sciences or related field


• Have at least three years relevant experience working in Northern Nigeria in Business Incubation and Youth Employment related projects.


• Proven track record in managing business development services, including development of a variety of small scale business models


• Comprehensive knowledge of government plans, policies and institutions related to Enterprise Development and Youth Employment


• Demonstrable ability to engage, motivate and inspire youth to realize planned objectives


• Ability to analyse complex information and communicate at a simpler level to youth beneficiaries of the LINE project.


• Must possess an enthusiastic and self confident demeanor to motivate young people


• Ability to properly apply and adapt knowledge, size up problems and see the ‘Big Picture’


• Ability to prioritize, manage time and work under stress.


• Good writing and reporting skills.


• Excellent computer skills, knowledge in the usage of software packages and ICT tools.


• Fluency in written and spoken English and Hausa language

Job Title: Admin and Logistic Officer
Location: Bauchi
Main Tasks

• Takes responsibility for the management of supplies on the LINE project and includes requisitioning, local purchase, clearance, transport, warehousing (storage and stock control systems) and the issuing of supplies.


• Make assessments of the logistics issues of the project with or on behalf of other staff, and reporting with recommendations to the Project Manager. Also provides training to partners on logistics and related areas.


• Effectively manages logistical arrangements for the project office including for workshops, travel, meetings.


• Ensuring the installation of phone, fax and other communications systems and establishing communications routines for project team. Train team members in the use of equipment.


• Make follow up travel arrangements for programme and visiting staff including hotel, flight booking and transportation – by telephone as directed. Assist the Administrative and Finance officer in Bauchi in any other logistic matters as requested.


• Undertake short periods of research or project work to document experience and build up institutional learning on finance, admin and logistical aspects of Oxfam’s development work.


• Work with the Project Coordinator on security issues, security of assets, and the safety, security and evacuation of staff.


• Establishing and maintaining vehicle management routines, including the management of drivers.


• Maintain accounts and submit reports as appropriate, for aspects of the programme detailed above.

Education and Relevant Experience

• A good university degree in the Social Sciences


• Minimum 4 years relevant experience in managing logistics and demonstrable experience in designing, implementing and coordinating logistics for large donor funded projects


• Good organizing and documentation skills


• Excellent computer skills especially in the use of excel and other computer packages


• Able to work well in a diverse team.


• Fluency in Hausa and English

Job Title: Project Cashier/Front Desk Officer
Location: Bauchi
Main Tasks
Cashiering roles:

• Responsible for cash management on the LINE project


• Responsible for verification of cash expenditure and implementation of corresponding payments and recoveries after their authorization by the Project Manager


• Keep petty cash records and transactions on the Project in accordance with donor specified procedures and submits timely replenishment requests and reports.


• Manage petty cash including record keeping and verification of cash expenditure and implementation of corresponding payments and recoveries on the LINE project.


• Efficiently manages the front desk and maintains safe and clean reception area by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.


• Receive and direct visitors appropriately, receive and manage calls, monitor logbooks; issue visitor badges.


• Handle in coming written and outgoing materials, register them and pass them on to the relevant staff.


• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed


• Manage the operation of the office equipment and maintain records of usage and issues


• Assist the Administrative and Finance officer in general office management tasks, as requested.


• Assist the Administrative, Finance and logistic staff in organizing official functions including workshop, receptions etc.


• Ensure a good level of cleanliness is maintained in the interior and exterior of the LINE project office.


• Any other tasks as assigned within the Programme team

Education and Relevant Experience

• Minimum of Ordinary National Diploma (OND) in Finance and Administration


• Minimum of two years experience in communication and public related field.


• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills


• Excellent computer skills


• Fluent in written and spoken English and at least one of the main local languages


• widely spoken in Northern Nigeria.

Job Title: Community Development Officer
Location: Bauchi
Main Tasks

• Assist in the implementation and oversee the value chain development for selected agricultural livestock commodities


• Responsible for the selection and training of local community animators/facilitators/ mobilizers and volunteers in close consultation with the relevant partner management and LINE project advisors


• Provide support, supervision and coordination of the community mobilizers and volunteers


• Responsible for community sensitisation and mobilisation regarding all aspects of the LINE project in close consultation with the various partner management and project advisors


• Adhere to and maintain timely Monthly reporting system


• Coordinate, monitor and supervise the community based promotion and mobilization activities related to the LINE project implementation.


• Establish relationship of respect and trust with communities


• Promote programme within communities, especially integrating community leaders and decision makers


• Identify and select suitable Community mobilizers and volunteers in consultation with partner management and relevant LINE project advisors


• Coordinate and liaise with existing societies and community based organizations in project implementation, monitoring and evaluation.


• Assist in developing training plans and refresher training of Mobilizers and Volunteers


• Supervise and support the activities of the Mobilizers and Volunteers


• Ensure that proper LINE project activities are implemented according to mandate and guidelines/workplans


• Keep records of supervision and actions taken from own activities and activities of the local animators


• Write weekly and monthly reports on community mobilization activities according to LINE project and partner requirements


• Relationship building, negotiation and problem solving with authorities, communities and Mobilizers/Volunteers


• Participate in carrying out assessments/surveys such as mid-term surveys, data on activities in communities, etc.


• Attend regular staff meetings and to participate in discussion regarding project

Education and Relevant Experience

• Degree in Agricultural Sciences with a focus on Extension, HND in agric extension or related field.


• At least 3 years work experience in agric related / livelihoods projects especially in northern Nigeria.


• Experience of working with an NGO, community promotion/community based interventions,


• Strong community mobilization and communication skills


• Ability to analyse and communicate complex information at a simpler level to partners and other project stakeholders.


• Self-motivated, with capacity to deliver services to rural communities, especially agricultural communities in Bauchi State.


• Able to lead a team of community mobilizers and volunteers from different locations


• Excellent computer skills


• Able to work in a team


• Flexible and willing to work in difficult and busy environment.


• Sound knowledge of team management and supervision


• Fluency in spoken and written English and Hausa.

Job Title: Project / Office Driver
Location: Bauchi
Main Tasks

• Ensure the project vehicle – or any other car as directed or under the driver’s control is in good working order and properly maintained at all times.


• Abide by standard driving /safety rules and procedure at all times.


• Ensure that periodic maintenance is effected on the project vehicle as and when due and to notify the FA/L Assistant at least 36 hours before designated time.


• Transport project staff and equipment efficiently and safely as required.

Education and Relevant Experience

• Minimum of Secondary School Certificate qualification.


• 5 years driving experience and long distance driving to all parts of Nigeria.


• Minimum of 2 years’ experience with International organizations, Embassy or any similar body will be an advantage.


• Possession of a valid driver’s license.


• A good knowledge and understanding of vehicle mechanics and the ability to carry out minor vehicle maintenance.


• Good working knowledge of road networks in most parts of Northern Nigeria


• Fluent in Speaking English and Hausa

Job Title: Project Advisor – Nutrition Services
Location: Bauchi
Main Tasks

• Coordinate the Nutrition component of project development activities for the LINE project.


• Provide professional services, mentoring and counselling advisory services to partners on developing and implementing training on food diversification, preservation and preparation for better family nutrition especially for women and children.


• Organise and support nutrition promotional activities through partner staff involved in the implementation of project activities.


• Work with nutrition promotional associations formed including the Village Savings and Loans groups to encourage and enhance better family nutrition.


• Coordinate systematic appraisal, assessment and implementation of institutional development plans of selected project partners according to agreed plans with the Project Manager.


• Organise and lead key project development activities to ensure quality planning and implementation are carried out within the framework of the project.


• Ensure effective engagement and relationship management with project partners, community leaders and groups, government institutions and other relevant, strategic/key sectoral actors for effective and sustainable delivery of the Nutrition component of the project delivery.


• Assist the Project Manager in recruiting and line managing private consultants for specific short-term assignments related to Nutrition including facilitating the development of their work plans, monitor their fieldwork and organise debriefings sessions of with consultants.


• Maintain effective communication on progress on the project with a wide range of people within Oxfam on work progress, particularly programme staff.


• Ensure effective communication with external sources on the LINE project in consultation with the Project Manager.


• Maintain effective communication on the progress of the project and ensure project learning in relation to Family Nutrition is documented for communication with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders in consultation with the Project Manager.


• Carry out periodic monitoring visits to project partners and project implementation sites, verify outputs indicated in progress reports submitted to Oxfam by partners and produce project activity and progress reports. Support the production of reports for the donor as well as reports for wider circulation within Oxfam in consultation with Project Manager – as appropriate.


• Participate in the process of annual impact assessment for the project and participate in other similar processes on the project as advised.


• To participate in the process of annual impact assessment for the project and participate in other similar processes in Nigeria- as advised.

Education and Relevant Experience

• Minimum of BSc degree in Nutrition, MBBS, Nursing/Midwifery or any other related field.


• Minimum of ten years working experience in managing development programmes, specifically nutrition related interventions – preferably within the NGOs sector.


• At least three years field experience in community development in Northern Nigeria.


• Substantial experience in working with community groups and community associations, particularly women groups and children.


• Good understanding of social inclusion, diversity, gender equity and ability to incorporate guiding principles of aid effectiveness in all aspects of the project activities and engagement with key stakeholders in the course of project implementation.


• Excellent interpersonal skills and a strong initiative, tenacity and proven capacity to get the job done. Ability to work independently and under pressure with minimum supervision.


• Commitment to development principles and action.


• Excellent computer skills


• Fluent in written and spoken English and at least one Northern language.


• Previous development work experience, ideally with non-governmental organisations would be an advantage.

Job Title: Project Finance Administrator
Location: Bauchi
Main Tasks

• Responsible for the Setup of financial administration systems and procedures of the LINE Project, fully complying with Oxfam and Global Affairs Canada financial management rules and requirements


• Responsible for verification of expenditure and implementation of corresponding payments and recoveries after their authorization by the Project Manager


• Keeps all financial records and transactions relating to the LINE project in Bauchi state in accordance with Global Affairs Canada and Oxfam Novib procedures and submit timely replenishment requests and reports


• Prepares monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports/statements for the project in line with standard accounting principles-including budget tracking and preparation of budget variance analysis


• Prepares cash flow statement and cash forecasts for the project as and when needed


• Liaises with the Administrative Officer (Procurement) and Finance and Support Manager (FSM) in Abuja


• Design and implement a Grant Management System for partners and ensure timely, effective financing and reporting from the same.


• Support internal and external auditing processes by providing all supporting documentation in an orderly and timely manner.


• Ensure that all payment request forms, invoices, LPOs, receipts and any other payment documents are critically checked for accuracy and correctness and meet the organization’s minimum standard.


• Ensure proper and accurate coding of expenditure on all primary documentation


• Process all bank drafts, Tele graphic transfers, liaise with banking managers on collection of bank statements timely.


• Collect petty cash from the bank for operational use.


• Act as contact person with the bank to operate banking duties as required for effective management of the project and as specified by the Project Manager.


• Assumes full responsibility for ensuring cash books based in the Bauchi office are up to date at the end of each working day.


• Ensure records are filed and properly stored.


• To perform any other duties that may be delegated by the Project Manager.

Education and Relevant Experience

• Minimum of Masters in Finance or MBA in Accounting or other financial related discipline.


• At least ten years practical experience in Financial Management and Accounting. Five years out of this should have been on Contract and Grant Management within an NGO setting


• Commitment to gender and diversity and to addressing inequality in all aspects of this job.


• Computer literacy, particularly proven experience in accounting packages, word processing and spreadsheets. High proficiency in use of Excel required.


• Excellent interpersonal skills and a strong initiative, tenacity and proven capacity to get the job done.


• Fluent in written and spoken English and at least one main local language widely spoken in Northern Nigeria.


• Commitment to development principles and action.


• Previous development work experience, ideally with non-governmental organisations would be an advantage.

Job Title:   Project Manager/Team Leader
Location: Bauchi
Duration: 57 months (Fixed term)
Main Tasks
A.) Project Management and Implementation:

• Provide overall leadership of the project team, coordinate and manage the implementation of the LINE project, set up and run a core Programme Implementation Unit in collaboration with the team.


• Participate in and assess the engagement of project staff to ensure the right skills sets are deployed for the various roles of the project.


• Develop and approve work plans and ensure smooth implementation of the project by effectively and efficiently coordinating the Livelihoods, Market Based Agriculture and Nutrition components in line with the Project Implementation Plan (PIP).


• Work in close collaboration with other Oxfam projects to ensure quality planning and implementation is carried out within the framework of the project and is compatible with Global Affairs Canada (GAC) Sustainable Economic Growth objectives in Nigeria and Oxfam Country Strategy.


• Closely collaborate with relevant government agencies to ensure improved support for farmers involved in the project areas through policy and budgetary advocacy and other interventions outlined in the project strategy.


• Effectively manage relations with Civil Society Partners, working in collaboration with Oxfam programme team on the implementation of the project to ensure delivery of envisaged results.


• Initiate and oversee the production of specific case studies on project learning to support and feed into the donor and Oxfam’s linking and learning goals for further communication within the wider organization and with key external stakeholders.


• Ensure that the programme is implemented in a consultative, participative and gender sensitive way.


• Working with the project team and partners, ensure appropriate reporting requirements to the donor are met in line with contractual agreements.


• Work with the Oxfam in Nigeria programme team in recruiting and managing consultants that will provide short-term assistance on project implementation.

B.) Financial Management:

• Ensure minimum standards in financial management and reporting are met to support accountability and transparency in project implementation.


• Review monthly status reports on grants and assist the LINE and Oxfam programme team to monitor budgets against expenditure, project progression and financial forecasts.


• Manage budgets for the project in line with donor policies and standards, as well as agreed delegated signing limits for project grants.


• Manage and monitor grant disbursement to partners involved in project implementation.


• Oversee the management of delegated imprest float for project-related working advances.

C.) Donor and Representational Roles:

• Assist the Oxfam in Nigeria programme team in maintaining and managing relationships with the donor through consistent monitoring to ensure compliance and adherence to contractual requirements.


• Ensure that effective liaison with other agencies permits effective and collaborative approach to the project.


• In all activities of the project, influence other actors by disseminating and using key standards.


• Represent Oxfam at the various coordination fora at local and national levels ensuring compatibility with overall commitments and policy/project priorities

D.) Staff management:

• Manage recruited project-related staff in line with Oxfam Human Resource policies and procedures within the framework of performance management and staff development strategies. Line manage designated staff under a workable and accountable management structure.


• Ensure that all project staff are aware of Oxfam’s performance management systems, that objectives are set and monitored


• Ensure that all staff of the project are aware of and abide with key internal and external protocols and principles (e.g. Code of Conduct, People in Aid, Oxfam’s draft sexual conduct policy)

E.) Project Communications:

• Maintain effective relationships and communication with project staff, partners, donor, Oxfam, relevant external stakeholders / institutions key to realizing project results.


• Communicate project learning in consultation with Oxfam and in line with donor rules as well as Oxfam’s linking and learning objectives as appropriate.

F.) Reporting, Monitoring and Evaluation:

• Put in place systems and processes for effective monitoring of project outcomes and reporting based on the project Logic Model and the results framework established.


• Ensure that the baseline, mid-term and end-line surveys are conducted to derive credible data to guide Project Implementation, Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning as planned.


• Work closely with the M&E Lead to ensure adequate tracking of indicators as agreed in the project plan and provide technical information for donor reporting in a timely manner.


• Lead the process of half yearly and annual project reviews and submit regular situation reports to the LINE team within Oxfam through the Programme Officer.


• Carry out regular monitoring visits to project partners and implementation sites and verify output(s) indicated in progress report submitted to Oxfam and donor.

Education and Relevant Experience

• Minimum of MSc degree in Agriculture related discipline, Project Management, Social Sciences, Economics or any other relevant field.


• The post holder should have at least 15 years practical experience in managing livelihoods and agricultural projects including ability to integrate private sector, rural financial management and nutrition components especially within an NGO setting in a coordinating capacity


• Experience and ability to work well in, manage and lead large project teams and steer them to achieve and deliver results.


• Knowledge of market-based agriculture especially the value chain approach, rural financial services and promotional nutrition interventions


• Strong skills in market based agricultural models and value chain approach from smallholder farmers’ perspective


• Ability to integrate nutrition interventions for disadvantaged women and children and knowledge and incorporation of Village Savings and Loans scheme.


• Understanding of national, international agricultural and development issues


• Experience in budgeting, budget monitoring and expenditure forecasting.


• Demonstrated experience of integrating Gender and Diversity issues in market based rural agric sector


• Demonstrable experience of working with and managing local Civil Society partners, donor funding management and reporting


• Proven analytical and planning skills and ability to think critically and strategically.


• Skilled in Diplomacy, International Development Cooperation, tact and negotiation.


• Demonstrable skills in inter-cultural and religious tolerance


• Training/counterpart development skills.


• Ability to travel at short notice, work under pressure and in difficult circumstances.


• Commitment to development principles and action.


• Good written English and spoken Hausa are essential. French will be an added advantage but not a must

Job Title: Project Advisor – Market Based Agricultural Services
Location: Bauchi
Main Tasks

• Coordinate development and implementation of activities of the LINE project


• Conduct Value Chain Analysis and packaging interventions to address critical gaps associated with targeted commodities.


• Design a draft Project Implementation Manual to guide implementation on the key value chains including the crops specific Packages of Practice (POPs). Develop, manage and implement selected value chain Activity Plans for the LINE project.


• Ensure the baseline carried out is comprehensive enough to generate quality data needed for the implementation of market based agricultural livelihoods component of the LINE project.


• Work with the LINE team to ensure quality planning and implementation is carried out within the framework of the project. To realize this, organise and lead project planning meetings and develop annual work plans for the implementation of the project in collaboration with the project team.


• Coordinate systematic appraisal, assessment and implementation of project plans of selected project partners according to agreed results with the Project Manager.


• Assist the Project Manager in recruiting and managing private consultants for specific short-term assignments including facilitating the development of their work plans, monitor their fieldwork and organise debriefing sessions with the consultants.


• Manage relations with project partners and key relevant stakeholders for effective project delivery.


• Organise and support business development training and services to partner staff involved in the implementation of project activities around bulking of commodities.


• Provide professional mentoring and counselling advisory services to partners on developing and implementing Business Plans with project beneficiaries.


• Work with Business Associations and Village Savings and Loans groups formed to enhance group governance capacity and decision-making including facilitation of rural micro-financial services to the target LINE project beneficiaries.


• Maintain effective communication on progress of project implementation with a wide range of people including relevant stakeholders within the project locations, Project Implementation Unit and Oxfam programme team in consultation with the Project Manager.


• Support Project Coordination and ensuring project learning is documented for communication within the project locations, the wider Oxfam confederation and to the donor with regard to Business Development as well as Village Savings and Loans.


• Produce activity reports related to project development, partner and beneficiary training, and support to project groups including activities implemented directly.


• Carry out periodic monitoring visits to project partners and project implementation sites and verify outputs indicated in progress report submitted to Oxfam by partners.


• Participate in the process of annual impact assessment for the project and participate in other similar processes on the project as advised.


• Support the Project Manager in preparing donor reports as well as reports for wider circulation within Oxfam.

Education and Relevant Experience

• Minimum of MSc degree in Social Science, Economics or any other related field.


• Minimum of ten years working experience in managing development programmes – preferably within the NGOs sector.


• Demonstrable skills in Business development, Private Sector integration into rural livelihoods initiatives and/or microfinance development and management especially the Village Savings and Loans schemes.


• Must possess at least four years field experience in community development, working with community groups and community associations, particularly women groups in Northern Nigeria.


• Good understanding of diversity and gender equity.


• Commitment to development principles of aid effectiveness and alignment with the values, aims and objectives of Oxfam.


• Excellent interpersonal skills, tenacity, strong initiative, and proven capacity to get the job done. Ability to work independently and under minimum supervision.


• Excellent computer skills particularly in working with word processing, excel, powerpoint, databases and electronic communication.


• Fluent in written and spoken English and at least two of the Northern languages

Job Title: Project Advisor – Private Sector and Youth Development
Location: Bauchi
Main Tasks

• Coordinate development and implementation activities for the LINE project including conduct of Value Chain Analysis and packaging interventions to address critical gaps associated with targeted commodities.


• Develop Annual Work Plans for the implementation of the project in collaboration with the project team


• Develop comprehensive Memorandum of Understanding (MoUs) to guide key partnership related activities between Oxfam, Private Sector actors and others in the implementation of the project based on agreed framework of operations that enhances value chain development using innovative Market Based Agricultural Models.


• Ensure the baseline captures comprehensive, quality data on Private Sector actors, Rural Financial Institutions and Markets to guide the implementation of Market Based Agricultural livelihoods component of the LINE project.


• Undertake financial intermediation with a focus on Rural Financial Services intermediation.


• Identify and network relevant Rural Micro-Financial organizations in order to expand scope for beneficiary in rural financing of activities.


• Coordinate systematic appraisal, assessment and implementation of institutional development plans of selected project partners according to agreed plans with the Project Manager.


• Develop, manage and implement selected value chains activity plans for the LINE project.


• Organise and lead key project development planning meetings.


• Support the Project Manager in managing relations with project partners for effective project delivery.


• Ensure quality project planning and implementation is carried out within the framework of the project.


• Organise and support business development training and services to partner staff involved in the implementation of project activities around bulking of commodities.


• Assist the Project Manager in recruiting and line managing private consultants for specific short-term assignments including facilitating the development of their work plans, monitor their fieldwork and organise debriefings sessions of with consultants.


• To provide professional services, mentoring and counselling advisory services to partners on developing and implementing Business Plans with project beneficiaries.


• To work with Business Associations and Village Savings and Loans groups formed to enhance group governance capacity and decision-making including facilitation of rural micro-financial services to the target LINE project beneficiaries.


• Maintain effective communication on the progress of the project and ensure project learning in relation to Markets and Private Sector engagement is documented for communication with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders in consultation with the Project Manager.


• Carry out periodic monitoring visits to project partners and project implementation sites, verify outputs indicated in progress reports submitted to Oxfam by partners and produce project activity and progress reports. Support the production of reports for the donor as well as reports for wider circulation within Oxfam in consultation with Project Manager – as appropriate.


• Participate in the process of annual impact assessment for the project and participate in other similar processes on the project as advised.

Education and Relevant Experience

• Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance or any other Social Sciences / Development related field.


• Minimum of five years experience working with the Private Sector, preferably on Business Development programmes and financial services.


• At least three years field experience in working on community development, with community groups and community associations, particularly women groups in Northern Nigeria.


• Demonstrable skills in Business Development, Private Sector integration into rural livelihoods initiatives and/or Microfinance Development and Management especially the Village Savings and Loans schemes.


• Good understanding of development principles of social inclusion, diversity and gender equity.


• Excellent interpersonal skills and a strong initiative, tenacity and proven capacity to get the job done. Ability to work independently and under minimum supervision.


• Understanding of and commitment to good donor contract management as well as development principles and action.


• Excellent computer skills


• Fluent in written and spoken English and at least one of the Northern language.

Job Title: Project MEL and Information Officer
Location: Bauchi
Main Tasks

• Ensure the conduct of comprehensive baseline to derive needed credible data for the tracking of results


• Ensure quality MEL and communications frameworks are developed and implemented in alignment with the LINE project logic model and performance measurement framework.


• Set up and maintain project MIS database


• Collate and analyze M&E data (including through surveys, web statistics, interviews, subscriber data, unsolicited feedback, case studies and reports) and analyse against outcomes to draw out learning and implications.


• Develop a monitoring protocol that both project subject component staff and partners can use for project reporting.


• Facilitate the development and maintenance of the LINE project web site and contents


• Undertake triangulation of findings using different types of data and analysis of trends over time


• Support partner MEL staff to ensure the quality of evaluation reports.


• Set up community based monitoring and planning platforms for value chains learning and innovations and build capacity of groups/artisans in record keeping and reporting


• Organise peer-to-peer exchange learning visits / communication for all levels of activities as appropriate. Stage exchange visits for farmer-to-farmer learning with successful value chain intervention activities.


• Ensure learning and dissemination by documenting LINE project models in various publications in which their effectiveness and the lessons learned are analysed, and are disseminated to subject-matter specialist and inform decision and policy makers.


• Develop and implement a project Communication Strategy with the support of the Project Manager and Oxfam Communication Officer.


• Facilitate dissemination of information and results to all participating LGAs and key stakeholders in the state.


• Monitor the quantitative and qualitative performance of the LINE project. Ensure quarterly monitoring reports on progress are submitted in line with donor reporting requirements.


• Ensure mid and end term evaluation reports effectively document the activities in the project and track towards envisaged results


• Develop ToRs, Capacity Development plans, Implementation routines, M&E routines, in order to support activities of implementing partners


• Undertake surveys as needed for continuous tracking of results and learning


• Provide technical support on M&E to project activities and Implementing partners especially towards the development, implementation and progress tracking of the project document and the Annual workplans (AWPs)


• Document and analyzes innovative strategies, best practices and new approaches and adapt quickly to change as needed.


• Maintain the LINE project Web content and provide back-up content editing cover.


• Ensure the values of participation, partnership, sustainability, social responsibility, cost effectiveness, transparency, and accountability are reflected in LINE project activities.


• Any other tasks as assigned within the Project team

Education and Relevant Experience

• A good university degree in the Social or Agricultural Sciences


• Minimum 4 years relevant experience in project management especially in MEL capacity.


• Demonstrable experience in designing, implementing and overseeing monitoring, evaluation and learning systems


• Proven experience in M&E capacity building for local NGOs and CBOs on donor funded projects


• Good knowledge of donor funded projects preferably for a Canadian agency funded project


• Able to work well under pressure and in a diverse team


• Fluent in written and spoken English and at least one main local language widely spoken in Northern Nigeria

Job Title: Project Advisor (Gender)
Location: Bauchi
Main Tasks

• Provide advice and support to the Project Manager and the Technical Advisors working within the respective field offices in the Implementation of the key gender components across the LINE Project.


• Develop a comprehensive Gender Strategy for the LINE project and provide technical support to the project team to ensure gender mainstreaming in all activities in line with the strategy.


• Provide specialist advice on gender sensitive planning and mainstreaming to all Project advisors – Market based Agricultural Livelihoods, Nutrition Services, Private sector and Rural Financial Services and other staff.


• Support, coach, mentor and advice Partners technical staff to implement and mainstream gender into project activities.


• Liaise with project partners and other stakeholders in the project location to facilitate and enhance contribution towards the implementation of the gender equality agenda.


• Support advocacy activities on gender matters to key stakeholders in collaboration with partners and other interest groups that are relevant to the LINE project


• Networking and coordination with key stakeholders to ensure the promotion of gender equality in the project locations and across the state.


• Represent LINE project in gender related meetings and consultations that are relevant and would add value to project implementation.


• Assist in the development of case studies, best practices and key learning on gender mainstreaming and integration into LINE project including generating success stories related to project and project developments as they relate to gender equality issues to feed into the linking and learning objectives of Oxfam.


• Provide assistance in data collection, compiling lessons learned, establishing indicators to support knowledge sharing. Support in updating and sharing with staff recent developments and knowledge tools in the areas of interventions.


• Analyze and ensure interventions are gender sensitive and factor in issues of inclusion of normally socially excluded groups.


• Provide regular brief updates on the development of gender related issues in the project areas.


• Ensure regular and comprehensive monitoring for reporting on the gender related indicators in the project areas in consultation with the Project Manager and in line with donor requirements.


• Perform other work related outputs as requested by the supervisor.
  
  

Education and Relevant Experience

• Bachelor Degree in Gender studies, Law, Political Sciences, Social Sciences or related fields with minimum of three years relevant experience of working in Northern Nigeria in gender related projects.


• Comprehensive understanding of international, regional and national legal frameworks and policies related to advancing gender equality and promoting women’s rights.


• Ability to generate and communicate gender related information for a variety of audiences to enhance understanding of gender integration and mainstreaming goals of the LINE project


• Experienced in generating new ideas and approaches, researches best practices and proposes new, more effective ways of promoting gender equality in patriarchal communities and especially in Northern Nigeria


• Contributes to results through primary research and analysis


• Maintains an established network within the gender community for general information sharing and to remain up-to-date in new developments


• Able to formulate written information clearly and persuasively


• Establishing effective client relationships


• Possesses a proactive, problem solving and result oriented attitude.


• Good reporting and writing skills.


• Excellent computer skills and office software packages.


• Fluency in written and spoken English and Hausa language.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV’s and Motivational Letter in English to: [email protected]

Note: Applications sent to the enquiry e-mail will be disqualified

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