• Application Deadline: Sun, 30 Apr 2023 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Program & Advocacy Officer


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA


• Experience 3 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field NGO/Non-Profit  , Project Management 
  

Responsibilities:

• Manage and implement HURIDAC's programs


• Develop and implement advocacy strategies to advance HURIDAC's policy goals


• Monitor policy developments and conduct research and analysis to inform advocacy efforts


• Develop project proposals in collaboration with team members


• Coordinate with partners and stakeholders to ensure effective implementation of projects


• Monitor and evaluate program activities to ensure that they meet project objectives and are implemented in accordance with organizational policies and procedures


• Prepare regular progress reports for management and other stakeholders


• Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders, including policymakers, civil society organizations, and the media


• Draft and disseminate advocacy materials, including policy briefs, reports, and press releases


• Coordinate with other team members and partners to ensure effective advocacy campaigns


• Contribute to the development of strategies and plans for HURIDAC's programs


• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and donor requirements


• Represent HURIDAC at relevant meetings, conferences, and events


• Draft and disseminate advocacy materials, including policy briefs, reports, and press releases


• Coordinate with other team members and partners to ensure effective advocacy campaigns


• Monitor and evaluate the impact of advocacy activities and adjust strategies as needed


• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Minimum of bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g. human rights, international development, social sciences, etc.); Master's degree preferred


• At least 3 years of experience in resource mobilisation; managing programs and implementing advocacy activities, preferably in the NGOs and charity sector.


• Excellent project management skills, including budgeting and financial management, monitoring and evaluation, and report writing


• Experience developing project proposals and engagement with donors


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders


• Experience building and maintaining relationships with policymakers, civil society organizations, and the media


• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong organizational and time management skills


• Fluency in English is required, proficiency in French language is a plus