UNDP Nigeria Recruiting!

UNDP Nigeria: National Programme Officer

UNDP is recruiting for National Programme Officer to be based in Abuja

National Programme Officer

Duties and Responsibilities

Summary of Key Functions
1. Supervision and Coordination
2. Programme Management and Implementation
3. Support to management of the Sub-Regional and Country Strategy
4. Research and Advocacy on gender issues and women’s empowerment
5. Networking with clients and partners on UNIFEM’s areas of work
6. Facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing
7. Support to Gender Equality and Development

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

* Essential

A Masters degree in Social Sciences, Management, International Relations, Humanities or any other relevant field.

* Desirable
Strong academic and professional experience in technical field of work in line with the needs of the various women’s organizations and groups in Nigeria.

Experience:

* 7 years of progressively responsible programme and people management experience is required at the national or international level. Experience in the usage of computers and Microsoft Office software packages are essential.

* Essential

Proven track record in:
Gender analysis with capacity to mainstream gender into programmes and engage in policy dialogue;
Project and staff management Experience;
Network building with a range of stakeholders (e.g. in civil society, government private sector and donor community); Working with local and international partners in complex projects and environments

Desirable

Knowledge of participatory training, learning and research techniques
Excellent facilitation skills


Deadline: 11th June 2010


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