• Application Deadline: Fri, 9 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Programme Officer - Humanitarian


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 3 - 5 years


• Location Plateau


• Job Field NGO/Non-Profit  , Project Management 
  

Job Purpose

The post holder would in collaboration with the Programme Coordinator provide technical inputs in the planning, implementation and reporting of WOCCI initiatives and activities. S/He will work with partners, communities, staff and volunteers in ensuring effective implementation and coordination of activities, as well as meeting specific donor and project’s programmatic objectives.

Specific Responsibilities:

Programme

• Take charge of the design and implementation of WOCCI interventions at all levels


• Proactively update Management with relevant information on an ongoing basis for programmatic decision making


• On a monthly, quarterly and annual basis, analyze programme reports and provide executive summary briefs to the Management


• Provide technical support to assistants and Volunteers in ensuring quality in programme delivery that will strengthen sustainability of interventions


• Design and support the implementation of capacity building initiatives for staff, volunteers and communities


• Remain informed on current research and other developments relevant to WOCCI core areas of focus, especially post holder’s theme of expertise


• Closely liaise with other development and CSO partners as needed


• Perform other duties as assigned by the Programme Coordinator

Policy, Advocacy and Research

• Initiate and Coordinate all WOCCI advocacy activities directed at improving the conditions of people we work with


• Develop and maintain technical assistance and capacity development plan for  communities, staff and volunteers to influence policies


• Provide technical support in evaluation research (including sampling strategies, analysis and presentation of data) embarked by WOCCI or its partners

Documentation

• Collate and submit monthly, quarterly and annual reports accordingly


• Document and follow up on outcome of project implementation


• Contribute to WOCCI newsletters


• Document and share learning from the project at national and international fora


• Prepare power-point presentations on either key changes, significant progress, success stories, organizational profile, or any related topic for WOCCI usage


• Provide inputs into the writing and review of periodic reports and other documents especially for accountability purpose

Reporting and Accountability

• Submit timely narrative reports to partners and donors showing progress towards the achievement of mutually agreed objectives


• Submit situational and any other non-routine reports when necessary


• Participate in programme meetings of WOCCI sharing experiences from the field, bringing up issues of general programme nature for collective decision making.


• Facilitate the sharing of information among partners and with other stakeholders


• Identify and prepare success stories of change or case studies on lessons learnt for sharing


• Identify and recommend opportunities for collaboration, partnerships and other forms of engagement by WOCCI

Financial Management

• Participate in and contribute to the development of WOCCI annual plans and budgets


• Take leading roles in fund raising activities for WOCCI including but not limited to developing concept notes, sourcing and writing grants winning proposals etc

Representation

• Represent WOCCI at functions and programmes – including attending meetings on behalf of WOCCI Management


• Make presentations at professional meetings and conferences on matters related to WOCCI programmatic priorities

Others

• Carry out other responsibilities assigned by the Director Programme Quality


•  Internal Relationships: All WOCCI staff and Volunteers    


• External Relationships: Partners, Donors, CSOs and relevant government agencies.

Persons Specifications

•  Education/Qualifications A degree in health sciences, social sciences or arts/humanities Master’s degree in a relevant field


• Experience At least five years post NYSC experience


• Four years’ experience in a similar position in the development sector preferably in programming


• Excellent knowledge in the use of basic Micro-Soft Office packages in general Experience in community-based work and engagements with NGOs and CBOs


• Skill Abilities Strong communication and writing skills.


• Strong analytical/problem solving skills.


• Ability to provide practical solutions within set deadlines.


• Ability to maintain donor relationship and accountability in line with funding policies and standards.


• Excellent skills to motivate and inspire a functional team will be essential.


• Multi-tasking skills


• Negotiation skills


• Excellent planning and prioritization skills


• Highly dynamic but focused.


• Excellent Skills in Programme Information Management


• Personal Qualities A person of integrity, creative and takes initiative, able to work effectively in a diverse team environment.


• Willing to work additional hours at crucial times.


• A self-motivated person able to work without close supervision


• Able to effectively promote the WOCCI’s mission values, and objectives.


• Proven Leadership Qualities