Call for Experts: Nigeria Governance Programmes

Job Title: Call for Experts: Nigeria Governance Programmes
DAI – Nigeria

Job description

Objective of the Programme:

DAI is preparing for a programme in Nigeria designed to strengthen public sector accountability and governance, as part of an overarching anti-corruption approach. The programme will support more accountable, effective and evidence informed governments, both centrally and sectorally. We are looking for experts with extensive experience in public service delivery, public sector management, and public administration management.

In that regard, DAI is currently recruiting for a number of different positions, such as:

Public Service Delivery Expert

    Over ten years of experience in designing and implementing innovative public service reform initiatives
    Experience advising Nigerian Government Departments and Ministries on broad civil reform strategies and initiatives
    Experience in assisting key ministries to develop understanding of broad government policies, procedures, and mechanisms
    Knowledge of capacity building and training programme development, specifically related to civil service reform
    Ability to assess needs and develop capacity building initiatives related to promoting transparency, anti-corruption measures and leadership development

Public Sector Management Expert

    Over ten years of experience in innovative public sector management, modernisation and/or organisation
    Experience in supporting strengthening of key ministries to define and carry out their core business, formulate and execute polity, and manage day-to-day operations, including the ability to manage change

    Experience in formulation and implementation  of long-term sustainable development strategies and policies at the regional, national or sectoral levels
    Comprehensive knowledge of public accounting and budgeting and experience with expenditures frameworks
    Experience in organisational development, human resource and performance management on federal and decentralised levels

Policy Expert

    Over ten years of experience in public policy design and implementation
    Experience of working with policy makers and other relevant stakeholders, including civil servants, research organisations, and others, in the development of evidence based policy options, policy programming and policy monitoring
    Experience of working with parliament or legislature as a policy expert
    Experience of working with national anti-corruption agencies and other relevant stakeholders, including civil society
    Experience in the design and implementation of governmental M&E systems
    Knowledge of youth  and gender policy issues in Nigeria
    Experience of managing a competitive grant scheme
    Experience of political economy research and analysis

General Requirements:

    Minimum 10 years of experience in public sector reform, public service delivery and public policy
    Experience of working in Nigeria or other relevant regions
    Experience with international donor-funded projects (preferably DFID)
    Advanced degree in Public Policy, Public Administration, International Development or other relevant technical field
    Strong oral and written English communication skills

Anticipated Project Start Date: February 2016

Project Duration: 5 Years

Project Location: Nigeria

Deadline for Application: 21st September 2015

*Please note that all profiles are indicative and subject to change.*


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