Equal Access Field Coordinator (Community Mobilizer) Jobs in Nigeria
Equal Access Field Coordinator (Community Mobilizer) Jobs in Nigeria
Position SummaryThe Field Coordinators (FC) lead the planning, coordination of, management and reporting of project activities at the state and local level, engaging with key stakeholders on the one hand and reporting to EAI’s Program Management Office (PMO) on the other hand with the objective of achieving project’ goals.
The FC will further support local capacity building of grantees within their states.
S/he will be responsible for supporting Civilian Security Platforms, organizing field workshops, and supporting grantee performance monitoring.
S/he will report to the Program Manager and will be based in any of the following states of Benue, Plateau and Kaduna.
The Field Coordinator will interact with community groups, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), community-based organizations (CBOs), associations and other groups implementing US led funded activities or potential activities.
The FC will work with groups to develop activity ideas and as well as be the primary field oversight for ongoing activities.
This position will be based in Benue, Plateau and Kaduna states with program activities expected to be carried out in some selected LGAs. The FC is expected to travel often to focal LGAs.
Primary Responsibilities
Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Liaise with community groups, NGOs, CBOs associations and other community stakeholders to identify potential partners for the project activities.
Support local capacity building of grantees within the state and focal LGAs
S/he will be responsible for supporting Civilian Security Platforms (CSPs), organizing field workshops as s/he facilitates the identification and set up of the training/meeting venue, and supporting grantee performance monitoring.
S/he is responsible for the technical expertise on approaches and methods for organizing community engagement and supports for projects.
Monitor and report on routine program operational activities and scheduled program events, reporting activity summaries to PM and M&E Manager.
Work with Program, M&E and finance teams to create and maintain project trackers.
Participate in establishing a community based inclusive safety and security platform for analyzing, preventing and addressing violent conflicts.
Lead the work to expand cooperation between communities and the local authorities for the implementation of the project and to ensure local needs, priorities and initiatives are integrated into the planning of the local authorities.
Ensure close and effective collaboration with all key stakeholders and ensure their active participation in all project activities as s/he also ensures community participation including the vulnerable and marginalized groups.
Support the writing of quarterly reports and review
of final Evaluation Reports.
Perform any other task as assigned by the program manager in the cause of implementing the Securing Nigeria Communities project.
Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Qualification and Abilities Required:
University degree in sociology, political science, international affairs or other related field is preferred.
Minimum of 2-3 years relevant experience in development / humanitarian activities and/community mobilization or related area is required.
Experience in community development, and civic engagement is an added advantage.
Knowledge of local community development security trends and politics is an asset.
Have experience in community engagement strategies.
Prior experience with remote management
Basic knowledge and skill in Data collection, Monitoring and Evaluation issues
Good communication and interpersonal skills are required.
Written and spoken fluency in English is required.
Excellent report writing, record keeping and documentation skills are required.
Good geographical knowledge of the project Communities, L.G.A and State
Problem solving, stress management and time management skills are required.
Ability to work flexibly, outside of normal office hours and in difficult condition.
Fluency in one or more of the local state languages in Benue, Kaduna and Plateau state required.
How to Apply
To apply Please send in a CV and a Cover letter to humanresourcesng@equalaccess.org not later than September 25th 2020.
Please note that applications sent after the closing date would not be considered.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
If you have not heard from us within one (1) month after the closing date, you can assume your application has been unsuccessful.
Please do not send follow-up emails or calls.
Please indicate your minimum salary requirements in your cover letter.
Find Latest Jobs in Nigeria Today - Recruitment in Nigeria Job - Nigerian Jobs - in Nigeria - Job Vacancies in Nigeria
Search our career portal & find the latest Nigerian job positions,career opportunities & jobs in Nigeria.
Jobs in Nigeria - banking jobs in Nigeria, IT jobs in Nigeria,accounting jobs in Nigeria, NGO jobsin Nigeria, business administration in Nigeria, ICT jobs in Nigeria, UN jobs in Nigeria,procurement jobs in Nigeria, education jobs in Nigeria, hospital jobs in Nigeria, human resources jobs in Nigeria, engineering jobs in Nigeria, teaching jobs in Nigeria, and other careers in Nigeria.
Oil and Gas job vacancies in Nigeria, MTN jobs in Nigeria, job vacancies in Nigeria for fresh graduates.
Federal government jobs in Nigeria, job vacancies in Nigeria Federal Civil Service.
Find your dream job from 1000s of vacancies in Nigeria posted and updated daily - click here!
Click here to post comments
Join in and write your own page! It's easy to do. How? Simply click here to return to NGO Jobs in Africa.
