Mercy Corps Humanitarian Crisis Analysis Team Lead Jobs in Nigeria

General Position Summary

The Team Lead manages the Nigeria Crisis Analysis Team which seeks to assist the country program in understanding the complex crisis situation in north-east Nigeria.

The Team Lead will utilize an extensive network of field contacts – both within Mercy Corps’ sphere and outside of it – to gather information on different dimensions of the crisis, consolidate it and analyze it for critical insights

Essential Job Responsibilities

Systems and Reporting

● Manage the growth and strategy of Nigeria Crisis Analysis Team in close collaboration with Country Director, building systems and processes to sustain impactful and consistent analysis.

● Cultivate targeted audiences both internally and externally for high quality contextual analysis.

● Develop and grow a network of field contacts to serve as sources in shaping and developing a rich understanding of the political, social and economic environment in areas of focus.

● Maintain a constant scan of traditional and social media in order to inform analysis of the humanitarian situation.

● Develop and maintain an in-depth understanding of Mercy Corps’ programming and the humanitarian situation in general in areas of focus and for populations of particular interest (e.g. youth).

● Consolidate and digest diverse data to produce regular broad-based context reports, flash reports in response to fast moving events and occasional thematic or situation reports (illuminating specific issues or locations in greater depth) as directed by the Country Director (Nigeria) and the Senior Director for Humanitarian Analysis (global).

● Oversee use of technology platforms to interpret and map humanitarian and conflict data.

● Translate analysis and insights into program materials as directed and appropriate.

● Liaise as appropriate with country, regional and global Mercy Corps staff engaged in advocacy and influence work.

● Represent Nigeria Crisis Analysis Team to key external stakeholders and core internal programming/operational focal points as a reliable, up-to-date and timely source of insights in the northeast.

Programming and Operations

● Ensure that communication of analysis and insights to internal and external stakeholders is appropriate and regular. Liaise with programs and operations staff as needed and directed to develop a solid understanding of program approaches, content and implementation modalities.

● As directed by Country Director, participate in Senior Management Team discussions to provide analytic insights and risk assessments where necessary.

● As directed by the Country Director, provide analytic insights and risk assessments as part of crisis management related to northeast Nigeria.

● Develop further technology based insights to leverage the use of data in analysis

● Develop and maintain an awareness of Mercy Corps’ culture and values as well as humanitarian principles and international humanitarian law.

● As directed by the Country Director, advise on access issues pertinent to security situations and any resulting humanitarian needs.

● Ensure effective communication within analysis team and ensure the accuracy, brevity and clarity of analysis updates, briefings and incident reports to internal and external stakeholders in a timely manner

● Stay abreast of Mercy Corps program assessments and new business activities. Support these teams and special projects with analysis and insight where appropriate.

● Represent the Nigeria Crisis Analysis Team in Mercy Corps Nigeria committees or ad hoc task force activities.

Knowledge and Experience

● Masters degree in a social sciences or investigative journalism; or equivalent work experience

● Understanding

of humanitarian principles and the humanitarian system at national and international levels

● 3 years field-based experience in complex and insecure settings and preferably a conflict environment

● Experience in liaising with civilian authorities, as well as with regional, national and international institutions

● Ability to build and maintain networks of information sources across different sectors, groups and locations

● Experience with information collation and analysis, mapping and use of infographics to frame analysis

● Proven excellent writing skills, displaying an ability to convey complex information concisely

● Highly developed interpersonal communication skills including influencing, negotiation and coaching

● Willingness to work and travel in often difficult and insecure environments

● Competency in Internet and Microsoft Office systems including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and other database/mapping systems

● Fluency in English (written and spoken) is required; knowledge of regional languages in north-east Nigeria preferred

● Knowledge and understanding of northeast Nigeria is strongly preferred.

Success factors

This is a pilot initiative – so the successful job holder will need entrepreneurial drive to develop and establish humanitarian analysis as a critical part of Mercy Corps’ Nigeria program and an essential component of its global commitment.

The Team Lead will need to balance a committed team approach, consistent with Mercy Corps’ values, and the ability to work and deliver on his/her own initiative.

She/he will need sharp investigative and analytical skills and be able to quickly digest complex information and produce concise insights pertinent to the humanitarian situation.

Living Conditions / Environmental Conditions

The position is based in Maiduguri, Nigeria.

If he/she is not a Nigerian national, please note that this assignment is unaccompanied.

Team members in this location are expected to follow all Mercy Corps security protocols, which may change from time to time, relevant to the prevailing risk environment.

Medical services are available. Electricity is available but is predominantly through generator. Running water, Internet connectivity and communication are reliable. Short, but frequent, trips to outlying areas will be necessary.

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. Staff 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

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; Mercy Corps Humanitarian Crisis Analysis Team Lead Jobs in Nigeria

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