Ongoing Recruitment at FHI 360, 5th November, 2019

FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in health, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, civil society, gender, youth, research and technology – creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today’s interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 70 countries and all U.S. states and territories.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

 

Job Title: Teacher Education Officer

Requisition: 2019202105
Locations: Damaturu – Yobe, Maiduguri – Borno
Supervisor: Teachers Education Specialist
Job Type: Full time

Basic Function

• Under the supervision of Teachers Education Specialist and as member of a program team, the Teacher Education Officer will provide programmatic support and specific expertise for teacher professional development. On an as-needed basis, provide support in trainings, supervision of trainers, material development, and program monitoring.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee the implementation of all teacher education activities in Yobe State in both formal and non- formal schools.
• Oversee training, coaching and on-going support of teachers and learning facilitators in order to improve instructional practices in literacy, numeracy and social and emotional skills.
• Work with Teachers Education Specialist to ensure technical coordination of state-level activities related to teacher education and curriculum development, and obtain support from directorates and local government authorities as needed
• Collaborate with the Teachers Education Specialist to promote the quality of teacher education activities by setting up quality assurance mechanisms and checks. Assist in the selection of Master Trainers.
• Provide leadership and oversight of training of trainers and step-down trainings to teachers. Write reports of relevant activities, including materials development and training.
• Assist with planning logistics for trainings; provide oversight and facilitation support during trainings
• Provide support for material development, including participating in materials development workshops, editing, formatting, liaising with graphic designers and consultants, and coordinating printing.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or its International Equivalent in Communications, Education, Behavioral, Life/Social Sciences International Development, Human Development or Related Field, and 5-7 years relevant experience.
• Master’s Degree or its International Equivalent in Communications, Education, Behavioral, Life/Social Sciences International Development, Human Development or Related Field, and 3-5 years relevant experience. 2-4 years’ experience with education programs Prior team lead experience preferred.
• Prior work experience in a non-governmental organization (NGO), government agency, or private organization.
• International or Domestic (US) Program Development or Program management preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Process sub-agreements and task orders; monitoring program progress as well as financial expenditures and subproject deliverables.
• Ensure accurate and timely reports and other relevant documents for field programs, e.g., quarterly implementing agency and country office program implementation and financial reports.
• Contribute to the Division’s annual work planning and budgeting processes, including identification of potential projects for bilateral or third-party funding.
• Use knowledge of Hausa or Kanuri to contribute to materials development. Use knowledge of training facilitation to provide training support.
• Provide leadership and team building at the task level.
• With minimal supervision manages high volume work flow. Sensitivity to cultural differences and understanding of the political and ethical issues in assigned areas.
• Written and verbal communication as well as editing skills. Relevant computer software skills. E.g Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), e-mail, telephone, printer, calculator, copier, cell phones, PDAs and other hand-held devices.
• Resourceful through technology, research skills, and relationship building among several organization teams and units and professional organizations to resolve problems and initiate enhancements. Typical office environment.
• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time; ability to lift 5-50 lbs.

Remuneration
The following is a summary of fringe benefits provided by FHI 360 to eligible employees:

Core benefits:

• Comprehensive medical plans (PPOs)
• Dental insurance
• Vision coverage
• Group life and AD&D insurance
• Health savings account
• Long-term disability
• Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Dependent life insurance
• Business travel insurance
• Supplemental personal accident insurance
• Supplemental disability
• Life insurance
• Paid vacation, sick and parental leave
• 403 (b) retirement plan
• Pension plan

Other benefits (will vary depending on work location):

• Public transportation program
• On-site fitness center
• Local credit union membership
• Health and wellness program
• Employee assistance program
• Qualified tuition programs (529 plans)
• Bicycle subsidy
• Legal assistance plan
• Pet insurance.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

 

Job Title: Assistant Technical Officer, Primary Health Care

Requisition – 2019202108
Location: Banki, Nigeria
Job type: Full-time
Level: LGA Level
Supervisor:Technical Officer (Health and Nutrition Services)

Project Descriptions

• Northeast Nigeria is currently facing a growing humanitarian crisis with a vast number of Internally Displaced Persons in need of emergency assistance. These IDPs are living among host communities, lacking access to livelihoods and resources, ultimately leading to unprecedented levels of malnutrition and food insecurity. FHI 360 has been working in Nigeria for over 30 years and is now expanding activities in Borno state to respond to the IDP crisis.
• FHI 360 is expanding its expertise by responding to this humanitarian crisis through integrated WASH, Health and Protection interventions

Basic Function

• The Assistant Technical Officer (ATO), Primary Health Care (PHC) will triage, examine, diagnose and treat patients in need of primary health care at the FHI 360-funded medical clinic. Based on the diagnosis, the ATO-PHC will prescribe appropriate treatment to patients and suggest follow up as required.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team of international and national staff to provide high quality patient care to an extremely vulnerable population.
• Provides accurate diagnosis, treatment and management of patients in a primary health care setting
• Assess patients and refers them for specialized health care (as required)
• Participate in the delivery of quality health care to patients in a primary health care setting
• Adheres to relevant Code of conduct and ethics
• Participate in outreach and community health programs (as required)
• Provide health education to patients
• Maintain adequate and correct records of patient care including consumables & instruments utilized (if any)
• Work with technical and M&E teams to collect appropriate baseline data on the life of the project
• Remain informed on current programs in the field of Clinical Management of integrated medical services and related developments by reviewing current literature and staying alert to any implication of such experience and research to the project implementation especially the Clinical Management of integrated medical services at the facility level
• Compiles and submits periodic reports
• Ensure adequate infection prevention and control standards are maintained at all times.
• Participates in Continuing Professional Development (i.e. training, mentoring)
• Performs any other duties as may be assigned

Qualifications and Requirements

• MB.BS, MD or similar degree with minimum of 1 year relevant experience in emergency and constrained settings, INGO experience is most desirable. Must have a valid practicing license
• 1-3 years relevant experience in clinical setting.
• Familiarity with Nigerian public sector health systems and NGOs and CBOs is highly desirable.

Knowledge, Skills & Attributes:

• Knowledge of Nigerian clinical setting, including government and non-government settings.
• Sensitivity to cultural differences and understanding of the social, political and ethical issues surrounding program delivery
• Ability to work well with others and to develop and maintain compatibility among project staff, subcontractors, consultants and recipients of assistance.
• Ability to manage tight deadlines and deliver high volumes of work with minimal supervision.
• High degree of proficiency in written and spoken English and Hausa.
• Well-developed computer skills.
• Ability to travel within Nigeria 25% time.

Remuneration
The following is a summary of fringe benefits provided by FHI 360 to eligible employees:

Core benefits:

• Comprehensive medical plans (PPOs)
• Dental insurance
• Vision coverage
• Group life and AD&D insurance
• Health savings account
• Long-term disability
• Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Dependent life insurance
• Business travel insurance
• Supplemental personal accident insurance
• Supplemental disability
• Life insurance
• Paid vacation, sick and parental leave
• 403 (b) retirement plan
• Pension plan

Other benefits (will vary depending on work location):

• Public transportation program
• On-site fitness center
• Local credit union membership
• Health and wellness program
• Employee assistance program
• Qualified tuition programs (529 plans)
• Bicycle subsidy
• Legal assistance plan
• Pet insurance.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

 

Job Title: Technical Officer (Health & Nutrition Services)

Requisition: 2019201653
Location: Banki, Borno
Job Type: Full time

Overview

• Northeast Nigeria is currently facing a growing humanitarian crisis with a vast number of Internally Displaced Persons in need of emergency assistance. These IDPs are living among host communities, lacking access to livelihoods and resources, ultimately leading to unprecedented levels of malnutrition and food insecurity. FHI 360 has been working in Nigeria for over 30 years and is now expanding activities in Borno state to respond to the IDP crisis.

Basic Function

• The Technical Officer (Health & Nutrition Services) will provide technical and programmatic support to implement high quality care and support activities with primary focus on clinical management of integrated medical services at the LGA level.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide day to day technical and programmatic support related nutritional and integrated medical services at the facility level guided by strategies and approaches related to the implementation programs.
• Contribute to the development of lessons learned from programs and projects related to nutritional and integrated medical services and apply these lessons to modify existing programs and improve the design of new programs.
• Assist in strengthening a system of reporting on program progress against stated objectives and monitoring and evaluation frameworks.
• Contribute to the development of program strategies, subproject documents and work plans.
• Sensitize main stakeholders on CMAM and need for support and commitment for long term access to life saving activities for children; at this stage the overall entry/exit strategy can be shared emphasizing the vital role of the stakeholders to make this happen
• Works closely with assigned team to ensure activities are implemented according to standard operating procedures (SOP’s).
• Build capacity of Community Health Workers (CHWs) through organized trainings.
• Serve as organization liaison at coordinated external meetings and conferences if assigned.
• Plan and deliver trainings with support capacity building team on CMAM and IYCF
• Develop work plan for OTP, Stabilization Centre and IYCF activities according to the expected progress of the project
• Remain informed on current programs in the field of medical and nutritional management and related developments by assessing the needs of current IDPs and staying alert to any implication of such experience and research to the project implementation

Network and coordinate with the relevant sectors:

• Establish good relationship with the Local Government Area authorities and community leaders.
• Establish a network with the other actors in the working area (I/NGO) Establish a good understanding of the program within the community
• Establish link and meetings with the community leaders and different group existing in the working area.
• Coordination and participation in Nutrition Cluster, and nutrition assessment/ survey groups and filing of meeting minutes Support, and actively participate the sub-Nutrition Cluster group meetings at district level constructively
• Represent FHI 360 nutrition programs when and if necessary vis-a-vis donors during their field visits
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements

• MB.BS/MD/PHD or similar degree with 1 to 3 years relevant experience in clinical care with a sound understanding of humanitarian integrated health program delivery in resource constrained settings.
• Possession of an MPH or post graduate degree in a related field is required.
• Familiarity with Nigerian public health sector systems and NGOs and CBOs is highly desirable.

Knowledge, Skills & Attributes:

• Knowledge of health and nutrition in humanitarian programs.
• Clinical management and training experience and ability to understand full range of issues around integrated health program.
• Knowledge of Nigerian clinical setting, including government and non-government settings.
• Sensitivity to cultural differences and understanding of the social, political and ethical issues in the communities
• Ability to work well with others and to develop and maintain compatibility among project staff, subcontractors, consultants and recipients of assistance.
• Ability to manage tight deadlines and deliver high volumes of work with minimal supervision.
• High degree of proficiency in written and spoken English and Hausa communications
• Ability to work in an environment where there are physical discomforts associated with change in weather or discomforts associated with noise, dust or dirt.
• Willingness and capacity to be flexible and accommodating when faced with difficult and frustrating working conditions like long distance walking to facility
• Ability and willingness to stay at Local Government Area (LGA) at the field
• Well-developed computer skills.

Remuneration
The following is a summary of fringe benefits provided by FHI 360 to eligible employees:

Core benefits:

• Comprehensive medical plans (PPOs)
• Dental insurance
• Vision coverage
• Group life and AD&D insurance
• Health savings account
• Long-term disability
• Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Dependent life insurance
• Business travel insurance
• Supplemental personal accident insurance
• Supplemental disability
• Life insurance
• Paid vacation, sick and parental leave
• 403 (b) retirement plan
• Pension plan

Other benefits (will vary depending on work location):

• Public transportation program
• On-site fitness center
• Local credit union membership
• Health and wellness program
• Employee assistance program
• Qualified tuition programs (529 plans)
• Bicycle subsidy
• Legal assistance plan
• Pet insurance.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

 

Job Title: Senior Technical Officer, Reproductive Health

Requisition: 2019202106
Location: Maiduguri, Borno
Supervisor: PHC Coordinator
Job Type: Full time

Project Description

• Northeast Nigeria is currently facing a growing humanitarian crisis with a vast number of Internally Displaced Persons in need of emergency assistance. These IDPs are living among host communities, lacking access to livelihoods and resources, ultimately leading to unprecedented levels of malnutrition and food insecurity. FHI 360 has been working in Nigeria for over 30 years and is now expanding activities in Borno state to respond to the IDP crisis.
• FHI 360 is expanding its expertise by responding to this humanitarian crisis through integrated WASH, Health and Protection interventions

Basic Function

• The Senior Technical Officer, Reproductive Health will provide technical and programmatic support to implement high quality care and support activities with primary focus on reproductive health.
• His/her primary responsibilities are to manage and support RH clinical activities for three sites of the new liberated government areas (LGAs) – Dikwa, Ngala and Banki – with potential for additional sites.
• Under the supervision of the PHC Coordinator, the STO-RH will manage all activities related to reproductive health while ensuring the quality of service and correct application of the treatment protocols.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide day to day technical and programmatic support related to Clinical Management of RH and integrated medical services at the facility level guided by strategies and approaches related to the implementation.
• Coordinate the implementation of components related to RH in FHI 360 humanitarian programs.
• Work with relevant staff to coordinate the design and implementation of facility based programs in relation to RH
• Provide ongoing technical assistance in RH for FHI 360 programs in the NE.
• Work with technical staff at the state offices and other relevant FHI 360 staff to adapt and disseminate guidelines, tools and procedures that will support the achievement of quality service delivery.
• Contribute to the development of lessons learned from programs and projects related to RH and apply these lessons to modify existing programs and improve the design of new programs.
• Support system strengthening and of reporting on program progress against stated objectives and monitoring and evaluation frameworks.
• Contribute to the development of program strategies, subproject documents, work plans and budgets.
• Provide programmatic assistance to local partners in programming RH activities.
• Remain informed on current programs in the field of RH and related developments by reviewing current literature and stay alert to any implication of such experience and research to the project implementation.
• Build capacity of Community Health Workers (CHWs) through organized trainings.
• Serves as liaison to external organizations at coordination meetings and conference as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements

• MB.BS/MD/PHD or similar degree with 3 – 5 years’ relevant experience in clinical care with a sound understanding of RH in humanitarian relief settings.
• Possession of a fellowship in Obstetrics/Gynaecology or Paediatrics or an advanced post graduate degree in a related field is required.
• Familiarity with Nigerian public sector health systems and NGOs and CBOs is highly desirable.

Knowledge, Skills & Attributes:

• Knowledge of reproductive health and humanitarian programs in emergency situations.
• Clinical management and training experience and ability to understand full range of issues around the clinical management of RH.
• Knowledge of Nigerian clinical setting, including government and non-government settings.
• Sensitivity to cultural differences and understanding of the social, political and ethical issues surrounding RH.
• Ability to work well with others and to develop and maintain compatibility among project staff, subcontractors, consultants and recipients of assistance.
• Ability to manage tight deadlines and deliver high volumes of work with minimal supervision.
• High degree of proficiency in written and spoken English communication.
• Well-developed computer skills.
• Ability to travel within Nigeria 25% time.

Remuneration
The following is a summary of fringe benefits provided by FHI 360 to eligible employees:

Core benefits:

• Comprehensive medical plans (PPOs)
• Dental insurance
• Vision coverage
• Group life and AD&D insurance
• Health savings account
• Long-term disability
• Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Dependent life insurance
• Business travel insurance
• Supplemental personal accident insurance
• Supplemental disability
• Life insurance
• Paid vacation, sick and parental leave
• 403 (b) retirement plan
• Pension plan

Other benefits (will vary depending on work location):

• Public transportation program
• On-site fitness center
• Local credit union membership
• Health and wellness program
• Employee assistance program
• Qualified tuition programs (529 plans)
• Bicycle subsidy
• Legal assistance plan
• Pet insurance.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

 

Job Title: Non-Formal Education Specialist

Requisition – 2019202102
Location: Maiduguri, Borno
Job type: Full-time
Supervisor:Deputy Project Director
Basic Functions

• The NFE Specialist will work with local partners to establish community non-formal learning centers and support training and materials development for non-formal and accelerated education.
• S/He will collaborate closely with the Teacher Education Specialist on materials and training activities. The NFE Specialist will also lead project efforts to coordinate policy reform with government stakeholders.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct stakeholder discussions around Non-Formal Education policy, curriculum, materials and transfer to formal education.
• Ensure timely completion of non-formal curriculum revisions  In collaboration with the relevant partners to establish and/or revitalize non-formal learning centers (NFLCs) in selected communities.
• In collaboration with Teacher Education Specialist to provide technical input on revisions for the original Education Crisis Response materials (including literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional learning).
• In collaboration with relevant specialists, provide technical leadership for training development, including revision of existing training resources from Education Crisis Response.
• Assist in the selection of Master Trainers. Provide leadership and oversight of training of trainers and step-down trainings to facilitators.
• Write reports of relevant activities, including materials development and training.
• Work closely with STO M&E to provide ongoing program oversight, including regular review of M&E data, site visits to schools and non-formal learning centers, and review of reports from activities.
• Build capacity of relevant staff members to assist in program oversight.
• Suggest improvements to program materials and implementation.
• On an as-needed basis, give presentations to stakeholders, donors and project staff members on technical work and achievements from the non-formal education sector.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or another relevant field is required with 7-9 years’ experience working in basic education programming in developing context;
• Master’s degree in Education or relevant field is desired with 5-7 years’ experience working in basic education programming in developing context.  2-5 years working in crisis or conflict-affected areas is required Familiarity with the Nigerian education system is required.

Knowledge, Skills & Attributes:

• Knowledge of literacy and numeracy instruction, materials development, and teacher training, particularly in the Nigerian context. Knowledge and experience of education programming in non-formal learning environments
• Knowledge of community mobilization and sensitization around education and safety Experience implementing basic education programs in developing contexts; experience in crisis and conflict-affected contexts is highly desired.
• Knowledge of Northeast Nigeria strongly desired; Sensitivity to cultural norms and understanding of the social, political and ethical issues is highly desired.
• Ability to work well with others and to develop and maintain compatibility among project staff, subcontractors, consultants and recipients of assistance.
• Ability to manage tight deadlines and deliver high volumes of work with minimal supervision. High degree of proficiency in written and spoken English communication.
• Well-developed computer skills. Ability to travel within Nigeria 25% time.

Remuneration
The following is a summary of fringe benefits provided by FHI 360 to eligible employees:

Core benefits:

• Comprehensive medical plans (PPOs)
• Dental insurance
• Vision coverage
• Group life and AD&D insurance
• Health savings account
• Long-term disability
• Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Dependent life insurance
• Business travel insurance
• Supplemental personal accident insurance
• Supplemental disability
• Life insurance
• Paid vacation, sick and parental leave
• 403 (b) retirement plan
• Pension plan

Other benefits (will vary depending on work location):

• Public transportation program
• On-site fitness center
• Local credit union membership
• Health and wellness program
• Employee assistance program
• Qualified tuition programs (529 plans)
• Bicycle subsidy
• Legal assistance plan
• Pet insurance.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Security Coordinator (Nigerian Citizen)

Requisition: 2019202107
Location: Maiduguri, Borno
Supervisor: Security Manager Nigeria, Advisor Africa
Job Type: Full time
To Start: ASAP

Overview

• The Security Coordinator will discharge his/her assignment under the direct authority and technical guidance of the FHI 360 Security Manager Nigeria & Adviser.
• He/she will work with the Response Coordinator for Integrated Humanitarian Assistance for Northeast Nigeria (IHANN). From time to time will work with Field Coordinators in ensuring FHI 360 programs, staff and assets remain safe and secure from threats.

Purpose

• The Senior Security Coordinator role is to provide support in development and management of primarily Borno States’ safety & security strategy and provide support to the Security Manager on management of staff safety and security issues which will strive to support FHI 360 program implementation. He/she will work across existing and new programs in North East and may be called to other regions as may be necessary.

Dimensions of Role

• Daily & weekly security updates on incidents, trends and risk mitigation.
• Responsible for advising project Coordinators in their regions of the risks associated with staff working in complex and dynamic security environment in the North East, Nigeria.
• Liaise with other security actors in safe access to program areas

Roles and Responsibilities
Security Management:

• Assist the State offices in developing and overseeing the day to day conduct of office security program, ensuring adequate responses to security incidents both natural and man-made.
• Provide technical security advice in consultation with the Security Manager on the existing and any new potential FHI 360 offices including site selection and establishment of effective physical and procedural security measures.
• Conduct security risk assessments for FHI 360 program expansion areas in the North East Manage physical security, fire safety and office evacuation drills periodically Conduct Hotel assessments in liaison with travel office for a safety and security approval process
• Establish a network with other key security players for information sharing and joint lobbying on security matters where possible. Attend security meetings such as INSO, OSAC, UNDSS, INGO forum etc.
• Conduct onsite training for staff in the field of safety including personal safety, emergency evacuations, travel safety, relocation and evacuation
• Work with program staff in seeking security clearance for asset movements to operational areas Supervise and regularly appraise security contractors and Guard Companies as per agreement ensuring that all company policies and practices related to these are adhered to

Security Awareness:

• Provide advance security advice, security briefing to staff and visitors to respective States, ensure plans for tracking arrival, departure and accommodation Draft security advisories with advice on mitigation for circulation by the Security Manager or designee and general situation, specific incidents and periods of heightened threat.
• Conduct periodic briefing to Coordinators/Managers and all staff keeping them up-dated on security developments and/or risks that may affect FHI 360 operations and make recommendations to minimize risks. In conjunction with the Security Manager, deliver relevant security trainings.
• Ensure FHI 360 staff and visitors understand and behave in accordance to the Standard operating procedures, contingency plans and security briefings

Incident & Crisis management:

• Serve as the part of the Nigeria security unit, coordinator emergency/staff incidents involving FHI 360 Nigeria staff and assets, inform the Security Manager and recommend response actions.
• Coordinate the updating of FHI 360 Security management plan, develop specific contingency plans for review by the Security manager as required or directed
• Maintain and periodically test the security tree for the States in region covered Organize safety & security awareness, fire and life safety training for all staff Maintain and enhance the State’s travel management system to track the location and contact information for all visiting staff and consultants.
• Be part of the security management Team (SMT) and head the State Security team in crisis situation

Briefing and De-Brief:

• Visitors – Develop and deliver location specific safety and security briefings for all visitors on operating context New Employee Briefing – Deliver security orientation on personal safety, organizations security management framework, use of communication equipment (VHF, HF, Satellite phone) Post-incident debrief – de-briefing staff /visitors involved in security incidents and help in psychosocial support as well as identifying medical help.

Relocation & Evacuation:

• Plan for both security and medical evacuation for all locations and develop evacuation plan including roles, relocated staff, collection points, routes etc.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Degree level or relevant certification
• A formal security qualification or security management training work experience in complex environments (minimal 5 years) Ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi ethnic team experience and knowledge of personnel and organizational security issues, threat/risk assessment, security management and security awareness in complex context.
• An ex-service man either from the Nigeria military or Police context or related field work in the North East. Prior experience with the UN system or international NGO is desirable.
• Experience in incident reporting, incident mapping, compilation of security reports and assessments
• Experience in training and coaching national and international staff in safety and security.
• Technical competency and training experience in field based communication systems, Thuraya and internet systems.
• Sound knowledge of humanitarian principals of humanity, neutrality, impartiality and independence
• Strong report writing, analytical and interpersonal skills, competency in internet and Microsoft office systems including word, excel, power point, access and other database mapping systems.

Knowledge, skills and attributes:

• Experience working for international organization(s) and an understanding of security strategies for humanitarian operations, previous security experience preferred.
• Strong assessment, evaluation, analysis and strategic planning skills High level of experience, ready to learn developing security related technical tools guidelines and systems as well as able to work under minimal supervision
• Excellent oral and written communication skills Ability to speak several local languages (Hausa, Kanuri) as well North East work experience
• Demonstrated ability to manage and work under stressful conditions
• Ability to travel (50%demands) on regular basis throughout assigned States on short notice.

Remuneration
The following is a summary of fringe benefits provided by FHI 360 to eligible employees:

Core benefits:

• Comprehensive medical plans (PPOs)
• Dental insurance
• Vision coverage
• Group life and AD&D insurance
• Health savings account
• Long-term disability
• Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Dependent life insurance
• Business travel insurance
• Supplemental personal accident insurance
• Supplemental disability
• Life insurance
• Paid vacation, sick and parental leave
• 403 (b) retirement plan
• Pension plan

Other benefits (will vary depending on work location):

• Public transportation program
• On-site fitness center
• Local credit union membership
• Health and wellness program
• Employee assistance program
• Qualified tuition programs (529 plans)
• Bicycle subsidy
• Legal assistance plan
• Pet insurance.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

 

Job Title: Non-Formal Education Officer

Requisition: 2019202103
Location: Maiduguri, Borno
Job type: Full-time
Supervisor:Non-Formal Education Specialist

Project Descriptions

• Under the supervision of Non-Formal Education Specialist and as member of a program team, the NFE Officer will provide programmatic support and specific expertise for program implementation. On an as-needed basis, provide support in trainings, material development, and program monitoring.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Facilitate the implementation of projects and/or country programs, and ensure on-going program management, monitoring, and reporting on country and regional programs.
• In collaboration with Non-formal Education Specialist and other relevant partners to establish and/or revitalize non-formal learning centers (NFLCs) in selected communities.
• Monitor the implementation and ensure timely completion of non-formal curriculum. Assist in the selection of Master Trainers.
• Provide leadership and oversight of training of trainers and step-down trainings to facilitators. Respond to a variety of programmatic, financial, administrative and logistics needs, and requirements generated from senior management.
• Assist with planning logistics for trainings; provide oversight and facilitation support during trainings Provide support for material development, including participating in materials development workshops, editing, formatting, liaising with graphic designers and consultants, and coordinating printing. Write reports of activities, including materials development and training. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or its International Equivalent in Communications, Education, Behavioral, Life/Social Sciences International Development, Human Development or Related Field, and 5-7 years relevant experience.
• Master’s Degree or its International Equivalent in Communications, Education, Behavioral, Life/Social Sciences International Development, Human Development or Related Field, and 3-5 years relevant experience 2-4 years’ experience with education programs.
• Prior team lead experience preferred. Prior work experience in a non-governmental organization (NGO), government agency, or private organization. International or Domestic (US) Program Development or Program management preferred.

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree or its International Equivalent • Knowledge/Information Services, Communications, Education, Environment, Health, Behavioral, Life/Social Sciences International Development, Human Development or Related Field.
• Project Management (PM) Certification preferred.

Experience:

• Typically requires a minimum of 5-8 years’ experience with program management, US Government rules and regulations.
• Articulate and professional and able to communicate in a clear, positive fashion with clients and staff.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English; fluent in host country language as appropriate.
• Prior team lead experience preferred.
• Prior work experience in a non-governmental organization (NGO), government agency, or private organization.
• International or Domestic (US) Program Development or Program management preferred.

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Process sub-agreements and task orders; monitoring program progress as well as financial expenditures and subproject deliverables. Ensure accurate and timely reports and other relevant documents for field programs, e.g., quarterly implementing agency and country office program implementation and financial reports.
• Contribute to the Division’s annual work planning and budgeting processes, including identification of potential projects for bilateral or third-party funding.
• Use knowledge of Hausa or Kanuri to contribute to materials development.
• Use knowledge of training facilitation to provide training support.
• Provide leadership and team building at the task level.
• With minimal supervision manages high volume work flow.
• Sensitivity to cultural differences and understanding of the political and ethical issues in assigned areas.
• Sound written and verbal communication as well as editing skills.
• Relevant computer software skills. E.g Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), e-mail, telephone, printer, calculator, copier, cell phones, PDAs and other hand-held devices.
• Resourceful through technology, research skills, and relationship building among several organization teams and units and professional organizations to resolve problems and initiate enhancements. Typical office environment. Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time; ability to lift 5-50 lbs

Problem Solving & Impact:

• Works on problems of diverse scope that require review of various factors.
• Exercises good judgment with selecting methods and techniques to determine appropriate action.
• Builds productive working relationships internally and externally.
• Decisions may cause delays and affect a work unit or area within a department.

Supervision Given/Received:

• Receives little instructions on routine work. Receives methods and procedures on new projects or assignments.
• May provide guidance to other lower level personnel.
• Typically reports to a Manager/ Associate Director/ Director.

Typical Physical Demands:

• Typical office environment. Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time; ability to lift 5-50 lbs.

Technology to be Used:

• Personal Computer, Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), e-mail, telephone, printer, calculator, copier, cell phones, PDAs and other hand held devices.

Travel Requirements:

• 10%-25%

Remuneration
The following is a summary of fringe benefits provided by FHI 360 to eligible employees:

Core benefits:

• Comprehensive medical plans (PPOs)
• Dental insurance
• Vision coverage
• Group life and AD&D insurance
• Health savings account
• Long-term disability
• Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Dependent life insurance
• Business travel insurance
• Supplemental personal accident insurance
• Supplemental disability
• Life insurance
• Paid vacation, sick and parental leave
• 403 (b) retirement plan
• Pension plan

Other benefits (will vary depending on work location):

• Public transportation program
• On-site fitness center
• Local credit union membership
• Health and wellness program
• Employee assistance program
• Qualified tuition programs (529 plans)
• Bicycle subsidy
• Legal assistance plan
• Pet insurance.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

 

Job Title: Assistant Technical Officer, Case Management

Requisition: 2019202110
Location: Gamboru Ngala, Borno
Job type: Full-time
Level: LGA Level
Supervisor:Technical Officer, Protection

Project Descriptions

• Northeast Nigeria is currently facing a growing humanitarian crisis with a vast number of Internally Displaced Persons in need of emergency assistance. These IDPs are living among host communities, lacking access to livelihoods and resources, ultimately leading to unprecedented levels of malnutrition and food insecurity. FHI 360 has been working in Nigeria for over 30 years and is now expanding activities in Borno state to respond to the IDP crisis.
• FHI 360 is expanding its expertise by responding to this humanitarian crisis through integrated WASH, Health and Protection interventions

Basic Function

• The Assistant Technical Officer, Case Management will provide programmatic and operational support in one of the three field sites.
• Under the supervision of the Field Coordinator, the case worker will engage clients including appropriate capture of the SGBV survivors’ stories, needs and concerns, and comprehensive communication on available services.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Engage family members of survivors’ and empower them with skills to help survivors’ cope.
• Engage clients to capture stories, needs and concerns, and communicate on available services.
• Facilitate referrals to critical services meeting survivors’ needs.
• Provide individual counseling to survivors’
• Coordinate with a range of actors to ensure that safe and confidential services are made available and access to survivors of GBV and vulnerable individuals.
• Assist in facilitating group PSS activities at safe spaces and in the community.
• Conduct quarterly activity review sessions with beneficiaries to identify what activities are working and what activities need to be improved.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements

• BA/BS in Social works with 1 to 3 years’ relevant experience in SGBV and PSS with a sound understanding of protection in humanitarian relief settings.
• Possession of an MPH or post graduate degree in social work is desired.
• Familiarity with Nigerian law enforcement systems and NGOs and CBOs is highly desirable.

Knowledge, Skills & Attributes:

• Knowledge of SGBV and PSS in crisis situations.
• Experience in social work.
• Knowledge of Nigerian security and law enforcement, in regards to SGBV reporting and response.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work well with others and to develop and maintain compatibility among project staff, subcontractors, consultants and recipients of assistance.
• Ability to manage tight deadlines and deliver high volumes of work with minimal supervision.
• High degree of proficiency in written and spoken English & Hausa communications.
• Well-developed computer skills.

Remuneration
The following is a summary of fringe benefits provided by FHI 360 to eligible employees:

Core benefits:

• Comprehensive medical plans (PPOs)
• Dental insurance
• Vision coverage
• Group life and AD&D insurance
• Health savings account
• Long-term disability
• Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Dependent life insurance
• Business travel insurance
• Supplemental personal accident insurance
• Supplemental disability
• Life insurance
• Paid vacation, sick and parental leave
• 403 (b) retirement plan
• Pension plan

Other benefits (will vary depending on work location):

• Public transportation program
• On-site fitness center
• Local credit union membership
• Health and wellness program
• Employee assistance program
• Qualified tuition programs (529 plans)
• Bicycle subsidy
• Legal assistance plan
• Pet insurance.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

 

Job Title: Assistant Technical Officer-Case Management

Requisition: 2019202109
Location: Banki, Borno
Job type: Full-time
Level: LGA Level
Supervisor:Technical Officer, Protection

Project Descriptions

• Northeast Nigeria is currently facing a growing humanitarian crisis with a vast number of Internally Displaced Persons in need of emergency assistance. These IDPs are living among host communities, lacking access to livelihoods and resources, ultimately leading to unprecedented levels of malnutrition and food insecurity. FHI 360 has been working in Nigeria for over 30 years and is now expanding activities in Borno state to respond to the IDP crisis.
• FHI 360 is expanding its expertise by responding to this humanitarian crisis through integrated WASH, Health and Protection interventions

Basic Function

• The Assistant Technical Officer, Case Management will provide programmatic and operational support in one of the three field sites. Under the supervision of the Field Coordinator, the case worker will engage clients including appropriate capture of the SGBV survivors’ stories, needs and concerns, and comprehensive communication on available services.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Engage family members of survivors’ and empower them with skills to help survivors’ cope.
• Engage clients to capture stories, needs and concerns, and communicate on available services.
• Facilitate referrals to critical services meeting survivors’ needs.
• Provide individual counseling to survivors’
• Coordinate with a range of actors to ensure that safe and confidential services are made available and access to survivors of GBV and vulnerable individuals.
• Assist in facilitating group PSS activities at safe spaces and in the community.
• Conduct quarterly activity review sessions with beneficiaries to identify what activities are working and what activities need to be improved.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements

• BA/BS in Social works with 1 to 3 years’ relevant experience in SGBV and PSS with a sound understanding of protection in humanitarian relief settings.
• Possession of an MPH or post graduate degree in social work is desired.
• Familiarity with Nigerian law enforcement systems and NGOs and CBOs is highly desirable.

Knowledge, Skills & Attributes:

• Knowledge of SGBV and PSS in crisis situations.
• Experience in social work.
• Knowledge of Nigerian security and law enforcement, in regards to SGBV reporting and response.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work well with others and to develop and maintain compatibility among project staff, subcontractors, consultants and recipients of assistance.
• Ability to manage tight deadlines and deliver high volumes of work with minimal supervision.
• High degree of proficiency in written and spoken English & Hausa communications.
• Well-developed computer skills.

Remuneration
The following is a summary of fringe benefits provided by FHI 360 to eligible employees:

Core benefits:

• Comprehensive medical plans (PPOs)
• Dental insurance
• Vision coverage
• Group life and AD&D insurance
• Health savings account
• Long-term disability
• Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Dependent life insurance
• Business travel insurance
• Supplemental personal accident insurance
• Supplemental disability
• Life insurance
• Paid vacation, sick and parental leave
• 403 (b) retirement plan
• Pension plan

Other benefits (will vary depending on work location):

• Public transportation program
• On-site fitness center
• Local credit union membership
• Health and wellness program
• Employee assistance program
• Qualified tuition programs (529 plans)
• Bicycle subsidy
• Legal assistance plan
• Pet insurance.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Deadline: 15th November, 2019.

Note: The above job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.