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Country Manager - Nigeria and West Africa at Navitas

<BODY readability="0">Job descriptionThe Country Manager – West Africa will manage the day to day and strategic operations of the Navitas Nigeria Office.  The role will be based in Lagos and will aim to achieve the business objectives of each business unit active in the region with a direct report to Group Marketing.  The overall objective of the position is to take a leadership role in market development, market diversification and growth.  The role requires a practical knowledge of marketing within the international education environment, and specifically student recruitment for study abroad.Desired Skills and ExperienceRelevant tertiary level qualification/s and/or significant marketing experienceDemonstrate innovative thinking and proactive work habits including an eye for detail and for new recruitment activitiesDemonstrate a proven ability to initiate and implement marketing strategies and sales tactics which have made a significant contribution to sustainable business growthHighly developed interpersonal, negotiation, presentation and communication skillsDemonstrate a flexible attitude to work (e.g. in hours and content), including a willingness to occasionally work weekends and evenings in support of recruitment activities both locally and abroadHave extensive knowledge and experience in using Windows-based software applicationsDemonstrate a proven ability as a team playerDemonstrate proven ability to organise own workload and cope with simultaneous demandsHave the ability to work to tight deadlines, changing priorities and to take responsibility for decisions and outcomesDesirable criteriaInternational study experienceInternational work experience in the education / language sectorPossess extensive knowledge of overseas education systemsWhat we offerAn attractive remuneration package will be negotiated with the successful candidate.  The Navitas Group offers outstanding long-term career opportunities within Nigeria and abroad, and is values driven and an equal opportunity employer.Please register your interest by completing the online application form by 5pm on Monday 26th May 2014.<a href="http://study.navitas.com/NVT_NGA_Job_Enquiry_Country_Manager_WestAfrica_May2014.html" target="_blank"><img alt="Apply Now" border="0" height="43" src="/apply.png" width="114"></A>

Country Manager - Nigeria and West Africa at Navitas

Job description The Country Manager – West Africa will manage the day to day and strategic operations of the Navitas Nigeria Office. The r...

Sunday, May 18, 2014

Nigeria: Country Director

<BODY readability="2">Objective 1: Overall responsibility for implementation of Country Strategy. Activities:To define the yearly program and support strategy with the teams. To validate donors’ proposals and reports. To maintain regular relations with donors, authorities and partners. To visit regularly programs and bases. To ensure proper use of all resources on the mission.Objective 2: Overall responsibility for the security and safety of ACF staff and ACF property Activities:Identify, quantify, mitigate and assess risks. Ensuring the update and validation security plans with HQ approval. Develop and maintain a security network. Ensure the sensitization and compliance of ACF security policies and regulations. Incident reports and crisis management. Closely manage the mission as it runs in remote managementObjective 3: Overall responsibility for Human Resources management of the mission. Activities:Definition of the HR needs for international staff. Briefing and debriefing of management staff. Conducting of regular staff appraisals for line managed staff. Stress management and conflict mitigation. Monthly expatriate points sent to HQ.Objective 4: To analyze the political, economic, humanitarian and social context in Nigeria Activities :Data collection and research, analysis Development and maintain of an information network Support the Filed coordo and/or the Head of Bases in their analysis Issue monthly Sitreps Regular meetings with the staff representatives. Validation and continuous monitoring of the HR guidelines and policies for ACF staff. Empowering ACF staff to carry out their designated responsibilitiesObjective 5: To ascertain the respect of the ACF Charter & principles and to represent ACF in Nigeria Activities :To stress the mandate and Charter of ACF internally and externally To defend humanitarian principles towards local partners (Gov, UN, NGOs) To maintain and expand the public relations networking To participate in communication activities with HQ To initiate any advocacy and/or lobbyingQUALIFICATIONSBachelor of International Development, Political or Social Science (Masters Preferred)SKILLS & EXPERIENCEESSENTIALSignificant experience managing programs in a high security environment and desirable within a remote management setting Significant experience with INGOs. Previous experience with ACF in emergency and post-emergencies an asset. Excellent management skills (HR, projects, stress management) Advanced knowledge of donors’ guidelines and procedures (ECHO, UNICEF, DFID, OFDA, etc.) Ability to organize, train and motivate a multicultural team Excellent diplomatic and negotiation skills Disciplined and able to work and arrive at decisions autonomously with minimal guidance. Fluent in English (professional English needed). Excellent drafting and written skills.PREFERREDExperience working in Nigeria

Nigeria: Country Director

Objective 1: Overall responsibility for implementation of Country Strategy. Activities: To define the yearly program and support strategy w...

Saturday, March 30, 2013

Nigeria: Deputy Country Director, Nigeria

Nigeria: Deputy Country Director, Nigeria

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Wednesday, March 13, 2013

Nigeria: Country Support Associate, WCA Region

Clinton Health Access InitiativeThe hallmark of the Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI) approach is simultaneous and intensive engagement on the demand and supply sides of the market. On the demand side, CHAI’s country teams help governments to overcome barriers to scale up treatment programs and, for malaria, overcome barriers to access through the private sector distribution mechanisms. Meanwhile, the Drug Access Team (DAT) works to address supply-side barriers to access and foster a healthy marketplace to ensure the sustainable supply of essential medicines. The DAT works to attract new suppliers, lower drug prices, encourage the adoption of stringent quality standards, and facilitate the uptake of important new or improved products. Though CHAI’s work on marketplace improvements is organization-wide, the DAT plays the lead role in managing relationships with suppliers and coordinating the flow of information between the demand and supply sides of the market.Position: The Country Support Associate will work to ensure the continued scale-up and effective management of high-quality treatments for HIV/AIDS patients, focusing primarily on antiretroviral therapy (ART) for pediatric patients. Specifically, the Associate will travel frequently between countries helping to optimize policies and processes to ensure access to high quality ARVs and diagnostics. In addition, the Country Support Associate will work to ensure that countries have adopted best practices in forecasting and procurement of ARVs, diagnostics and other essential medicines.We are seeking a highly motivated individual with outstanding credentials, analytical ability, and communication skills. The candidate must be able to function independently and flexibly and have a strong commitment to excellence. CHAI places great value on relevant personal qualities: resourcefulness, responsibility, tenacity, independence, energy, and work ethic.This position will be based out of our CHAI Nigeria office with significant travel to: Cameroon, Burundi, CDI, DRC, Rwanda and potentially other West and Central African countries.Responsibilities:•Serve as a trusted advisor to governments on a variety of drug-related and access-to-medicines topics (e.g., drug quality and pricing, procurement, forecasting, new product introduction, product tradeoffs) •Work closely with donors and procurement agents to understand funding flows, ordering cycles, and delivery timelines, and ensure an uninterrupted supply of pediatric products •Support governments in maintaining pediatric treatment programs, including national Early Infant Diagnosis (EID) testing systems •Serve as a liaison between countries and CHAI global teams on pediatric forecasts and ordering cycles •Disseminate information from CHAI and other sources on pediatric treatment, supply dynamics and access-to-medicines issues •Facilitate introduction of new, improved, or less costly medicines by advising Ministries of Health on product availability and pricing and by supporting with the development of new product roll-out strategy. •Support countries in assessing opportunities for optimization of national treatment guidelines; assist with budget and scenario analysis; help develop strategy to advocate for the changes with key in-country opinion leaders •Help countries to build their capacity on quantification issues – either through leadership in forecasting workshops, participation in technical working groups, or training of forecasting models – in order to avoid stock-outs, reduce waste and minimize costs •Develop and leverage expertise in procurement and tendering best practices for medicines and other health commodities in developing countriesQualifications:•Bachelor’s degree plus 2-5 years of work experience •Excellent written and oral communications skills •Strong problem solving skills and analytical capabilities •Detail-oriented with strong organization skills •Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, set priorities, and work independently •Ability to be effective in high-pressure situations and work in a fast-paced, limited-structure, multicultural environment •Experience living and/or working in developing countries •High level of proficiency in relevant computer applications particularly Excel, PowerPoint and Word •French fluency – both written and verbalPluses:•Experience working for a management consulting firm •Pharmaceutical / healthcare industry experience •Experience working in procurement and supply chain management •Experience conducting or organizing trainings •Familiarity with global health issuesPlease apply here: <a href="https://careers-chai.icims.com/jobs/3259/job">https://careers-chai.icims.com/jobs/3259/job</A>

Nigeria: Country Support Associate, WCA Region

Clinton Health Access Initiative The hallmark of the Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI) approach is simultaneous and intensive engagem...

Friday, February 22, 2013

Country Manager

NOTE: This job listing has expired and may no longer be relevant!<img alt="logo2.jpg" class="attachment-post-thumbnail wp-post-image" height="19" src=" http://www.ijobplus.com/imagefolder//logo21.jpg" title="logo2.jpg" width="60"> Company Description Our Client is a leader in developing and operating electric-power and district-heating resources around the world, many in underserved, overlooked markets. Today, they are uniquely positioned to continue their expansion through various ongoing growth projects.Our Client is a multinational company with more than $4 billion of assets and more than $1 billion of revenue. Despite these established-business figures, however, they remain true to their entrepreneurial roots, with leaders who understand the need to act quickly when new opportunities emerge.Job Description The Country Manager reports to the Managing Director for Africa. He is responsible for the overall management of the Client’s businesses in Nigeria; responsible for monitoring existing Solutions and IPP projects and spearheading the development of new business in the region. He is also responsible for overseeing the operations of the Lagos office, ensuring that safety, operations, maintenance, administrative processes and procedures and established and complied with. He willbe responsible for articulating the overall vision of the business to the Nigeria employees, then work with the management team to ensure that vision is realized. Leadership & Management responsibilities • Provide leadership in development of inter-team communication and cohesiveness, sustaining culture and supporting staff during organizational growth. • Directs the preparation and maintenance of such reports as are necessary to carry out the functions of the department. Prepares periodic reports for management, as necessary or requested, to track strategic goal accomplishment. • Develops and administers programs, procedures, and guidelines to help align the workforce with the strategic goals of the company. • Participates in executive, management, and staff coordination meetings and attends other meetings and seminars on behalf of the company Development responsibilities • Develops a business plan and strategy for the team that ensures attainment of company business development goals and profitability. • Responsible for the performance and development of the development team.Qualifications: • Engineering degree or equivalent • At least 20+ years’ experience working the energy or power sector • At least 10+ years’ of the above must be in a managerial role in a power generation environment • Commercial acumen and experience in maximizing financial ROIs for projects (contract negotiation & budget management) • Exceptional people management skills • Detail oriented, strong organizational and analytical skills • Strong verbal and written communication skills • Fluency in both written and spoken English • Ability to work in a fast paced environmentAdditional Information Travel Requirements: 5% travel to other locations within Nigeria 10% international travelJob Categories: <a href="http://joblistnigeria.com/job-category/executive-mgt-jobs-in-nigeria">Executive Mgt Recruitment in Nigeria</A>. Job Types: <a href="http://joblistnigeria.com/job-type/full-time">Full-Time</A>. 4754 total views, 109 today

Country Manager

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Saturday, December 15, 2012

Nigeria: Country Director Nigeria

Personal Profile: Concern Universal requires a Country Director to manage and further develop an existing substantial programme. The post offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced and dynamic individual to make a significant contribution to the organisation’s work. We seek sound interpersonal and strong strategic planning skills. Working within a motivated team of staff and alongside local partners, the candidate will have several years representational and project management experience, ideally with a livelihoods focus. A positive disposition, can-do attitude, strategic and analytical skills are essential.CU has been an influential organisation in Nigeria since work began in 2001, often being the only International Development presence in the South-Eastern States of Cross River, Ebonyi. Today the organisation works with nine Non-Governmental Local Partners and two Governmental Partners in over 150 communities, serving over 250,000 people with approximately £1 million per annum on development initiativesWe focus on:• Effectively tackling environmental protection and climate change within the unique mangrove and tropical forest eco-system of Cross River State - the largest of its kind in Africa; reducing deforestation, supporting re-forestation, and improving the quality of life of the indigenous peoples living within the forest • Improving the Human Rights record of Southern Nigeria through initiatives tackling the specific challenge areas of; empowerment of women and an improvement in their ability to voice their rights; tackling harmful traditional practices such as Female Genital Mutilation; tackling the trafficking of children and other vulnerable groups • Making meaningful moves towards Good Governance through the empowerment of communities to demand for services and capacity building of local authorities to consult the priorities of their citizen and deliver appropriate services. • Ensuring access to Safe Water, Sanitation and Hygiene promotion, improving health and reducing the prevalence of water-borne diseases • Supporting business orientated farming through agricultural development and alternative income generation activities and enabling access to microfinance and markets

Nigeria: Country Director Nigeria

Personal Profile: Concern Universal requires a Country Director to manage and further develop an existing substantial programme. The post o...

Wednesday, October 10, 2012

Nigeria: Country Director

Objective 1: Overall responsibility for implementation of Country Strategy. Activities:•To define the yearly program and support strategy with the teams. •To validate donors’ proposals and reports. •To maintain regular relations with donors, authorities and partners. •To visit regularly programs and bases. •To ensure proper use of all resources on the mission. Objective 2: Overall responsibility for the security and safety of ACF staff and ACF property Activities:•Identify, quantify, mitigate and assess risks. •Ensuring the update and validation security plans with HQ approval. •Develop and maintain a security network. •Ensure the sensitization and compliance of ACF security policies and regulations. •Incident reports and crisis management. Objective 3: Overall responsibility for Human Resources management of the mission. Activities:•Definition of the HR needs for international staff. •Briefing and debriefing of management staff. •Conducting of regular staff appraisals for line managed staff. •Stress management and conflict mitigation. •Monthly expatriate points sent to HQ. Objective 4: To analyze the political, economic, humanitarian and social context in Nigeria Activities :•Data collection and research, analysis •Development and maintain of an information network •Support the Filed coordo and/or the Head of Bases in their analysis •Issue monthly Sitreps •Regular meetings with the staff representatives. •Validation and continuous monitoring of the HR guidelines and policies for ACF staff. •Empowering ACF staff to carry out their designated responsibilities Objective 5: To ascertain the respect of the ACF Charter & principles and to represent ACF in Nigeria Activities :•To stress the mandate and Charter of ACF internally and externally •To defend humanitarian principles towards local partners (Gov, UN, NGOs) •To maintain and expand the public relations networking •To participate in communication activities with HQ •To initiate any advocacy and/or lobbying Qualifications•Bachelor of International Development, Political or Social Science (Masters Prefered) Skills and ExperienceEssential:•Significant experience with INGOs. Previous experience with ACF in emergency and post-emergencies an asset. •Excellent management skills (HR, projects, stress management) •Advanced knowledge of donors’ guidelines and procedures (ECHO, UNICEF, DFID, OFDA, etc.) •Ability to organize, train and motivate a multicultural team •Excellent diplomatic and negotiation skills •Disciplined and able to work and arrive at decisions autonomously with minimal guidance. •Fluent in English (professional English needed). •Excellent drafting and written skills. Preferred:•Experience working in Nigeria .

Nigeria: Country Director

Objective 1: Overall responsibility for implementation of Country Strategy. Activities: •To define the yearly program and support strategy ...

Monday, August 27, 2012

Nigeria: Country Director.

Nigeria: Country Director.

Objective 1: Overall responsibility for implementation of Country Strategy. Activities: •To define the yearly program and support strategy ...

Monday, August 27, 2012

Nigeria: Country Director

Nigeria: Country Director

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Sunday, August 26, 2012

Nigeria: Country Director.

Nigeria: Country Director.

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Sunday, August 26, 2012

Nigeria: Country Director

Objective 1: Overall responsibility for implementation of Country Strategy. Activities:•To define the yearly program and support strategy with the teams. •To validate donors’ proposals and reports. •To maintain regular relations with donors, authorities and partners. •To visit regularly programs and bases. •To ensure proper use of all resources on the mission. Objective 2: Overall responsibility for the security and safety of ACF staff and ACF property Activities:•Identify, quantify, mitigate and assess risks. •Ensuring the update and validation security plans with HQ approval. •Develop and maintain a security network. •Ensure the sensitization and compliance of ACF security policies and regulations. •Incident reports and crisis management. Objective 3: Overall responsibility for Human Resources management of the mission. Activities:•Definition of the HR needs for international staff. •Briefing and debriefing of management staff. •Conducting of regular staff appraisals for line managed staff. •Stress management and conflict mitigation. •Monthly expatriate points sent to HQ. Objective 4: To analyze the political, economic, humanitarian and social context in Nigeria Activities :•Data collection and research, analysis •Development and maintain of an information network •Support the Filed coordo and/or the Head of Bases in their analysis •Issue monthly Sitreps •Regular meetings with the staff representatives. •Validation and continuous monitoring of the HR guidelines and policies for ACF staff. •Empowering ACF staff to carry out their designated responsibilitiesObjective 5: To ascertain the respect of the ACF Charter & principles and to represent ACF in Nigeria Activities :•To stress the mandate and Charter of ACF internally and externally •To defend humanitarian principles towards local partners (Gov, UN, NGOs) •To maintain and expand the public relations networking •To participate in communication activities with HQ •To initiate any advocacy and/or lobbying Qualifications•Bachelor of International Development, Political or Social Science (Masters Prefered)Skills and ExperienceEssential:•Significant experience with INGOs. Previous experience with ACF in emergency and post-emergencies an asset. •Excellent management skills (HR, projects, stress management) •Advanced knowledge of donors’ guidelines and procedures (ECHO, UNICEF, DFID, OFDA, etc.) •Ability to organize, train and motivate a multicultural team •Excellent diplomatic and negotiation skills •Disciplined and able to work and arrive at decisions autonomously with minimal guidance. •Fluent in English (professional English needed). •Excellent drafting and written skills. Preferred:•Experience working in Nigeria

Nigeria: Country Director

Objective 1: Overall responsibility for implementation of Country Strategy. Activities: •To define the yearly program and support strategy ...

Wednesday, August 15, 2012

Nigeria: Country director Nigeria

VSO has a new strategy and we’re looking for country directors in Africa to help us breathe life into it. This is your chance to play a decisive role in shaping the way our operations in Africa look for years to come. Are you ready for the challenge?The jobWe want people to head up our programme offices and we have a number of vacancies in countries across Africa. Working together with a highly-motivated team, you’ll translate our new strategy into lasting, meaningful improvements in the lives of the country’s poorest people.You’ll work with our strategic partners to shape our goals, create national strategy, raise our profile, network with government agencies, donors and other international agencies, and generally be a walking, talking embodiment of our values and vision. You’ll also support our volunteers, manage our people, take responsibility for financial and resource management and legal compliance.Easy, right?YouYou’re an experienced senior manager and you’ve successfully managed development or humanitarian programmes at a country level before. You have excellent leadership, negotiation and relationship-building skills. And your project-management skills need to be second to none, because you’ll be using them to plan, resource and implement our innovative programmesOh, and you’ll need to find the cash to run some of those programmes too, so experience securing external funding and grants is essential.UsWe’re a development organisations that’s been working through volunteers to fight poverty for more than fifty years. We blush when we admit it, but we’re the leading organisation in the field. We work in almost 50 countries and we’re constantly exploring new ways to use the time, energy and skills of people to make a difference. Even if you know us, it’s worth checking out our website – we might not be the organisation you think we are.The packageOK, so nobody works for an NGO to make a fortune, but you still deserve to be paid properly. As well as a competitive salary, the package includes comprehensive health benefits, accommodation, children’s education and relocation costs, plus we’ll match pension contributions up to 5% of your salary.Ready to apply?

Nigeria: Country director Nigeria

VSO has a new strategy and we’re looking for country directors in Africa to help us breathe life into it. This is your chance to play a dec...

Wednesday, June 20, 2012

Nigeria: Country director Nigeria

Nigeria: Country director Nigeria

VSO has a new strategy and we’re looking for country directors in Africa to help us breathe life into it. This is your chance to play a dec...

Wednesday, June 13, 2012

Nigeria: Country director Nigeria

Nigeria: Country director Nigeria

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Sunday, June 03, 2012

Nigeria: Security Manager for Country Operations

Nigeria: Security Manager for Country Operations

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Sunday, May 13, 2012

Nigeria: Country Director - Nigeria (217924-927)

This position is contingent upon funding. PROGRAM SUMMARY:Mercy Corps is building a program in Nigeria, focusing on conflict resolution and economic development. The CD will work to build relationships with other NGOs, donors, government, and other stakeholders to develop and build program activities that support these themes.GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY:Mercy Corps is seeking a visionary leader who is capable of successfully managing a start-up portfolio of programs in Nigeria, resulting in impactful and innovative programming. As Mercy Corps’ most senior manager in the country, the Country Director (CD) shapes the strategic direction and management of the portfolio, building a team and recruiting new staff as needed to manage new projects. The CD will have supervisory responsibility for the country team. The country office is in Abuja, with projects in the north supported from Kaduna along with activities in the Niger Delta. The CD will be expected to travel to these locations, while at the same time making donor/representational duties a priority in Abuja.The CD is also responsible for strategic planning, monitoring and evaluation, staff security, human resource management, financial management, agency representation, and coordination with headquarters in Portland, OR, USA and Edinburgh, Scotland. The CD will ensure that country program operations are of the highest quality and standards and supportive of Mercy Corps’ global and regional strategies.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:Strategy and Vision Lead the annual country planning process: develop and communicate to team members and stakeholders a clear vision of present and future program goals that translates into concrete programs and work plans that achieve impact and accountability.Collaborate with team members to provide high-quality reports on program activities to donors.Program Development and ManagementIdentify strategic program opportunities and design program interventions in key thematic areas related to conflict mitigation and economic development.Maintain oversight of all aspects of programs, ensuring progress towards achieving program objectives and pro-actively identifying challenges and solutions, in collaboration with team members.Oversee the production of high-quality proposals and reports to donors, ensuring that staff have budgeted time and resources to deliver complete reports that effectively communicate program activities.Team Management Build, supervise and provide leadership to a diverse team in field programs. Create a work environment of mutual respect that attracts motivated, skilled, and effective team members and enables them deliver excellent performance, both individually and collaboratively.Contribute to country team-building efforts, help team members identify problem-solving options, and ensure the integration of all team members into relevant decision-making processes.Operations ManagementApply Mercy Corps’ Design, Monitoring, and Evaluation (DM&E) principles and framework to programs to ensure the country’s overall strategy includes effective, timely reporting systems for all programs.Ensure effective, transparent use of resources in compliance with Mercy Corps and donor policies/procedures.Oversee budget management of sub-grantees/sub-contractors.Build and maintain operational systems that ensure proper administrative support for programs.Representation Closely monitor and contribute to the development of UN, Donor, Governmental, and Civil Society strategies and plans;Maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, such as NGOs, local governments, donors, etc.; Security Coordinate with team members, including the VP of Operations and Regional Program Director on crucial events, high-risk periods, incident reporting, and security policy changes.Personal Leadership Demonstrate flexibility, resilience, and an ability to maintain positive relationships with composure.Maintain high ethical standards and treat people with respect and dignity.Demonstrate an awareness of his/her own strengths and development needs, as well as a willingness to improve performance.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.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: Between 2-5 direct reports.ACCOUNTABILITY: REPORTS DIRECTLY TO: Deputy Regional Program DirectorWORKS DIRECTLY WITH: Program staff, Senior Program Officer, Assistant Program Officer, Regional Finance Officer, Technical Support Unit team membersKNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:7-10 years of field experience in international relief and development programs, including demonstrable success in managing large, complex programs in conflict settings.5 years of senior-level leadership, capacity building, and field management experience.Previous work experience in sub-Saharan Africa and in insecure environments, with preference for experience in Nigeria.Demonstrated success working effectively and respectfully with host country government, private sector, INGO, NGO partners and other stakeholders in complex environments.Proven skills in financial and grants management.Prior experience with US, UN, DIFD, and EC grant management required.Successful and proven negotiation, communication, and organization skills.Ability to work effectively with an ethnically-diverse team in a sensitive environment.Fluent verbal/written English required.MA/S or equivalent in social science, management, international development, or related field preferred.SUCCESS FACTORS:Ability to navigate complex situations with diplomacy.Effective verbal and written communication, multi-tasking, organizational, and prioritization skills.Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines and work independently and cooperatively with team members.Ability to train and facilitate dialogue among a diverse group of individuals with various skill sets and working styles.Sense of humor appreciated.LIVING /ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:This position is based in Abuja and requires extensive travel (up to 40%) to project sites (e.g. Kaduna, Niger Delta), where security is at times high-risk. Abuja is an accompanied location suitable for spouse/partner and/or dependents.Security in Abuja is generally good, although petty crime is a problem and increased security issues throughout the country occasionally spill over to the capital. Schools, 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 MC's policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues.

Nigeria: Country Director - Nigeria (217924-927)

This position is contingent upon funding. PROGRAM SUMMARY: Mercy Corps is building a program in Nigeria, focusing on conflict resolution an...

Wednesday, April 25, 2012

Country Director (Nigeria) at FHI 360

FHI 360 is a global development organization with a rigorous, evidence-based approach. Our professional staff includes experts in health, nutrition, education, economic development, civil society, environment and research. FHI 360 operates from 60 offices with 4,400 staff in the U.S. and around the world.Job Title: Country Director, NigeriaFHI 360 is a global development organization with a rigorous, evidence-based approach. Our professional staff includes experts in health, nutrition, education, economic development, civil society, environment and research. FHI 360 operates from 60 offices with 4,400 staff in the U.S. and around the world.   Our commitment to partnerships at every level and our multidisciplinary approach enable us to have a lasting impact on the individuals, communities and countries we serve–improving lives for millions.  We seek qualified candidates for the position of Country Director, Nigeria.·Provides leadership, ensures quality and oversees all FHI 360 operations in the country and manages the FHI 360 portfolio.·Manages the country office and sub offices (if applicable). Oversees all functions of these offices, including program, technical, finance, contracts and grants, and human resources, and ensures that they are consistent with FHI 360’s policies and procedures, and utilize relevant FHI 360 systems.·Manages the FHI 360 country portfolio and provides operational support to all FHI 360 projects in the country.·Provides operational support for global or regional projects in collaboration with PHP or research.·Ensures that the FHI 360 country office has systems and access to skills to ensure the quality of the FHI 360 portfolio.·Represents and has a broad understanding of FHI 360’s research and public health programs.·For countries with multiple projects, serve as operations supervisor for all FHI 360 project directors in country ensuring projects are cost efficient; liaises with assigned technical supervisors to provide ongoing supervision and performance assessments for project directors and assigned staff.·Develops and monitors the country-level strategic plan in support of FHI 360’s global strategic plan·As a member of FHI 360’s Global Operations Team, works closely with the Senior Director of Global Operations and representatives of Research, Global Shared Services (GSS) groups to further FHI 360’s strategic objectives, and to access organizational resources in support of the country program.·Represents FHI 360 with US and local government, donors, and partners; attends meetings and makes presentations on behalf of FHI 360 in the country.·Leads business development in collaboration with the business development team.·Performs other duties assigned by the Senior Director, Global Operations.As Project Director for specified projects·Ensures the achievement of high quality results for which FHI 360 is responsible under agreement(s) with the donor(s).·Ensures that project resources are utilized in accordance with applicable FHI 360 and donor policies and procedures.·Ensures appropriate monitoring of programs, projects, and subprojects (as applicable) to achieve financial, administrative, and programmatic goals.·Oversees production of timely and accurate financial and programmatic reports to FHI 360, and donors as required.·Ensures program quality according to FHI 360 standards including quality assurance and quality improvement initiatives.BS/BA and 13-15 years relevant experience with international development programs and includes 7-9 years of supervisory experience, overseas field experience required;MS/MA and 11-13 years relevant experience with international development programs and includes 7-9 years of supervisory experience, overseas field experience required;PhD/MD and 9-11 years relevant experience with international development programs and includes 7-9 years of supervisory experience, overseas field experience required.Ability to travel within country or region and internationally if needed.

Country Director (Nigeria) at FHI 360

FHI 360 is a global development organization with a rigorous, evidence-based approach. Our professional staff includes experts in health, ...

Tuesday, March 20, 2012

Nigeria: Country Manager

Nigeria: Country Manager

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Wednesday, February 15, 2012

COUNTRY REPRESENTATIVE LATEST VACANCY – PATHFINDER, FRIDAY 9, DECEMBER ,2011

<BODY readability="6"><a class="highslide" href="C:\Program Files\CartyStudios Corporation\Auto Blogging Software - WebMagnates.org\data\Jobs in Nigeria, Nairaland\bestforum\header_logo-w-leftmargin.gif"><img alt="" class="alignleft size-full wp-image-24231" height="87" src="/headerlogo-w-leftmargin.gif" width="224"></A>JOB REF 11-053-NI JOB TITLE COUNTRY REPRESENTATIVE JOB TYPE Full-Time LOCATION Nigeria PATHFINDER OVERVIEW Pathfinder International is a global leader in sexual and reproductive health. We place reproductive health care at the center of all that we do—believing that it is not only a fundamental human right, but is critical for expanding life opportunities for women, families, communities, and nations, and paving the way for transformations in environmental stewardship, decreases in population pressures, and innovations in poverty reduction. Pathfinder provides women, men, and adolescents with a range of quality health services—from contraception and maternal care to HIV prevention and AIDS care and treatment. Pathfinder strives to strengthen access to family planning, ensure availability of safe abortion services and post-abortion care, advocate for sound reproductive health policies, and, through all of our work, improve the rights and lives of the people we serve.PROGRAM OVERVIEW Pathfinder International’s Nigeria program activities include the implementation of the Clinic and Community Action to Address Post-Partum Hemorrhage Project funded by Mac-Arthur foundation with the objective of reducing maternal morbidity and mortality in 62 health facilities and 34 communities across 7 states (Kano, Katsina, Oyo, Lagos, Ebonyi, Nasarawa and Yobe states); the Prevention of Mother to Child Transmission of HIV/AID (PMTCT) Project in Edo and Kano States funding by CDC that seeks to establish, strengthen and scale-up PMTCT and counseling and testing service in 14 facilities; and the Community Actions to Improve Safe Motherhood Project based in the north western state of Katsina supported by the World Bank. Pathfinder Nigeria is also strengthening the capacity of Federation of Muslim Women Associations of Nigeria (FOMWAN), a local faith based organization to undertake activities aimed at prevention, management and rehabilitation of Vesico-Vaginal Fistula (VVF) cases in Kaduna state with funding from Bella jar Foundation. The project provides intensive capacity building support for two local community-based organizations which will address quality of care issues at the comprehensive health center and surrounding primary health centers. With funds from the Ford Foundation, The International Ford Fellowship Program in West Africa has been coordinated by the Association of African Universities, with the Nigerian component facilitated by Pathfinder. This program expands educational opportunities and fosters social justice initiatives and dialogues for individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds. <a href="about:www.nigerianbestforum.com">www.nigerianbestforum.com</A>POSITION PURPOSE The Country Representative coordinates, manages and increases visability and funding for Pathfinder International programs in Nigeria. S/he prominently positions Pathfinder as a leader in the field of maternal and newborn care, HIV/AIDS, Adolescents, Systems Strengthening, and Community Outreach and as a successful partner in the development and cost effective implementation of USG and private funded programs. The Country Representative works closely with Pathfinder International’s in-country and Headquarters staff to conceptualize and plan program development activities, diversify funding resources, and build on country and international best practices. The Country Representative also provides strategic leadership and managerial oversight of the administrative, programmatic, technical, financial and operational aspects of Pathfinder International’s Nigeria Program. S/he ensures that program objectives are met, all activities are responsive to the needs of the host country, and the program continues to advance and play a key role in contributing to Pathfinder International’s development within Nigeria. The Country Representative in this position also oversees one small project in northern Ghana that is supported by the Safe Abortion Action Fund.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Organizational Representation •Serve as the primary representative for Pathfinder International on all matters related to the Country Program. Meet regularly with donors, partners, local Government agencies, and other key stakeholders to share progress, accomplishments, and challenges. •Be a vigilant voice for justice for reproductive rights and health and work strategically to incorporate into our implementing partners integrity and commitment to relevant parties both within country and Pathfinder. Work to remove policy impediments in reproductive health and rights and to foster and forge improvements. •Use the Theory of Change to guide country strategies; create a timeline to implement strategy; contribute to organizational TOC goals and continuously evaluate country level progress for achieving organizational strategic goals. •Provide periodic updates to the Pathfinder staff worldwide on the progress made, technical direction, approaches, challenges, successes, and lessons learned in managing the country Program. •In all matters, develop and foster a strong partner relationship with Head Quarters to build a unified organization working in concert to achieve organizational goals.STRATEGY •Utilize a participatory approach to developing and updating the Country strategic plan, ensuring that programmatic directions are technically sound, evidence-based and consistent with Pathfinder’s country priorities. •Ensure local organizations are developed and strengthened to become successful, sustainable bodies to promote RH/FP in their respective communities and countries.ADMINISTRATION •Implement administrative and financial operations of the Program, ensuring compliance and ethical standards, corporate philosophy, local laws and with Pathfinder International’s policy and contract provisions. •Develop management policies and procedures to ensure efficiency, quality, and all resources are in place, adhered to, and in compliance with local laws, donor rules and regulations. •Contract and manage local individuals/organizations for identified tasks according to donor and Pathfinder International procedures. Negotiate consultancy agreements, provide training and/or develop capacity of local partners in mandated program areas. •Ensure that security guidelines and procedures are established, maintained, updated regularly and adhered to by the Country team. Monitor the security situation and provide leadership for staff in emergencies. <a href="about:www.nigerianbestforum.com">www.nigerianbestforum.com</A> •Protect the organization’s resources and assets and ensure that they are used efficiently in furtherance of PI mission and programs.HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT •Build a culture and a work environment where every employee regardless of role/title feels s/he contributes to the larger purpose of reproductive health and rights. •Build a high performing team focusing resources on employee retention, professional development, organizational culture and staff morale. •Manage the HR function in the country ensuring Pathfinder policies and standards are maintained. •Hire and supervise the HR Manager in the development of local Handbooks, staff morale, customized policies, HR reports, procedures, systems, maintenance of personnel files and other legally required documentation. •Ensure compliance with local labor laws and practice. •Select, hire and supervise staff and subcontractors; assign roles and responsibilities, manage performance and monitor the efficiency and effectiveness of the work.PROGRAM MANAGEMENT •Directs the successful programmatic, technical and financial implementation of the country’s programs and awards including the timely completion of high quality reports, work plans, performance objectives and other mandated deliverables. •Undertake travel within the Country as necessary for the development of new projects and monitoring of ongoing Program activities. •Partner successfully with PI’s and Headquarters financial, technical, and program operations backstop officers by providing accurate and timely reporting and updates on the Program progress and difficulties. •Contribute to other country programs, provide technical assistance, support and foster cross country collaboration and fertilization. •Serve on the Country Representative Council. •Promote and enable in-country staff to travel and assist other countries in service to professional growth and development as well as organizational capacity building. •Oversee all subgrantee relationships to ensure that subgrantees are accomplishing programmatic objectives and that both PI and the subgrantees comply with applicable rules and policies. •Document technical components of materials and Program achievements for communications materials such as annual reports, brochures, and website updates. •Monitor the country program progress and achievements vis a vis the goals and objectives utilizing tools and methods developed by Pathfinder and in alignment with donor requirements.FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT •Develop and prepare the budget and manage expenses within approved budget. •Maintain all internal controls and ensure that the controls are operating effectively. •Report on financial results. Approve the monthly operating report.FUNDRAISING/DEVELOPMENT •Maintain close working relationships with the Headquarters Director of Business Development and Director of Foundation Relations to implement regional program development strategies and to diversify funding resources. •Gather information/intelligence from the field on future and current funding opportunities and communicate these to Headquarters. <a href="about:www.nigerianbestforum.com">www.nigerianbestforum.com</A> •Monitor, identify, pursue and negotiate funding opportunities with various donors and partners to expand Pathfinder’s in-country activities in close collaboration with New Business and Resource Development. •Maintain an awareness of the programs conducted by other international NGOs including but not limited to RH/FP and HIV/AIDS. •Promote Pathfinder International by attending meetings, delivering presentations and cultivating positive, productive relationships with donors, partners, Ministry of Health, and other governmental agencies. •Assist with the creation of proposal teams, and lead, manage and/or respond to proposals.BASIC REQUIREMENTS •Master’s degree in public health, social sciences or related field. •Minimum of 10 years of experience managing mid-large scale donor funded Reproductive Health projects in developing and transitioning countries including operations and financial management experience in developing countries. •Participated in high level strategic visioning and planning. •Proven record of successful fundraising from diverse public and private sources. •Strong business development expertise, including proposal writing and negotiation skills. •Hands-on experience working effectively with local, regional and central-level government authorities. •Demonstrated experience in successfully fulfilling performance objectives, including the timely implementation and reporting of donor-funded program activities. •Proven experience working with a variety of donors and the diversity of requirements (regulations and administrative procedures) including USAID, multi-laterals, bi-laterals and US foundations. •Proven experience in designing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating development and intervention activities in the health sector. •Direct senior staff supervision experience required. •In-depth knowledge of public and/or private health systems and decentralization of services in Reproductive Health. •Excellent diplomatic, interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills. •Proven ability to create and maintain effective working relations with senior Government personnel, international organizations, NGO partners, host country governments, and U. S. Government Agencies. •Demonstrated ability to manage, motivate, mentor and direct all levels of staff while creating a positive team environment. •Excellent knowledge of the political, social, economic, and cultural context of working in Nigeria. •Strong presentation skills including the ability to present results and products to USAID and other key stakeholders. •Thorough understanding of and ability to analyze financial documents, projections, expenditures and accruals. •Expert computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. •Must be fluent in English. •Position requires up to 25% in-county travel depending upon project needs. •Occasional travel to the US Headquarters may be required.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS •Experience managing USAID-funded activities desirable. •Knowledge of accounting software helpful.Pathfinder International is proud to be an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer.<a href="http://www.candidatemanager.net/cm/Micro/JobDetails.aspx?&mid=YDUB&sid=WUCX&jid=FFAZDAZB&site=Pathfinde">CLICK HERE TO APPLY</A> <a href="http://www.nigerianbestforum.com/job/?p=24229" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View the original article here</a>

COUNTRY REPRESENTATIVE LATEST VACANCY – PATHFINDER, FRIDAY 9, DECEMBER ,2011

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<a class="highslide" href="C:\Program Files\CartyStudios Corporation\Auto Blogging Software - WebMagnates.org\data\Jobs in Nigeria, Nairaland\bestforum\Phinetec.png" onclick="return vz.expand(this)"><img alt="" class="alignleft size-full wp-image-24167" height="132" src="/Phinetec.png" title="Phinetec" width="144"></A>COUNTRY SALES MANAGERPhinetec Inc. is an enterprise I & IT service organization, leading and providing modern, innovative technology solution to business and public enterprise in the North American and European markets. PHINETEC was founded in 2006, with head office in Ontario, Canada.PHINETEC is seeking a well-groomed, experienced and energetic Country Sales Manager to join an organization leading a rapidly growing industry. Reporting to the International CEO, the new Country Sales Manager will be establishing our new Nigerian organization and will be responsible for developing and executing a winning marketing strategy for PHINETEC technology solutions and I & IT services in all market segment. <a href="about:../../" target="_blank">www.nigerianbestforum.com</A>The ideal candidate will have 5-10 years experience in developing a successful organization within IT and Technology Services space, proven ability to deliver, result-oriented together with ability to work independently for continued and sustainable revenue growth.This role involves developing new and managing existing opportunities throughout Nigeria, managing pre-and-post sales technical support as well as driving customers in the I & IT and technology solution marketers.CORE RESPONSIBILITIES Define and execute a winning strategic plan for PHINETEC in Nigeria Develop and generate revenue sales throughout Nigeria Develop and maintain in-depth knowledge of products and technologies. <a href="about:../../" target="_blank">www.nigerianbestforum.com</A> Develop a clear understanding of competitors, their priorities and their competitive strengths Recruit, and manage dedicated sales and technical staff and develop subsidiary to support growing number of customer baseRequired Experience/Skills: Demonstrated impressive sales track record successful execution of sales of early market high technology products and services Demonstrated successful leadership and mentoring skills to develop a successful sales and support team Excellent written and verbal communication, as well as presentation skillsQUALIFICATIONS: Masters Degree or MBA preferred COMPENSATION: Attractive and Negotiable + Commission.TO APPLY (send resume to <a href="mailto:career@phinetec.com">career@phinetec.com</A>, job code 07-CSM-NG) <a href="http://www.nigerianbestforum.com/job/?p=24165" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View the original article here</a>

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