Project Officers Vacancies at CBM International


Posted on: Fri 09-12-2016

CBM is an international Christian development organization, committed to improving the quality of life of persons with disabilities in the poorest communities of the world. CBM works in partnership with local civil society organisations, communities, government and in alliance with international organizations in Africa and the rest of the world.
 
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
 
Position: Project Officer
 
Locations: Ibadan, Jos, Kano
Contract: 3 years beginning January 2017
 
Objective
  • In close cooperation with local implementing partners in clusters 1-3, the Project Officer assumes responsibility for the smooth running of the project in the cluster under his / her responsibility from the planning phase to final evaluation, including reporting.
  • The project officer will report directly to the Programme Director.
Tasks
 
Planning and Implementation:
  • Detailed programme planning with implementing partners and other stakeholders at the duster level
  • Strong collaboration with relevant stakeholders, including the governments
  • Elaboration of a detailed cluster-level logic framework
  • Elaboration of cluster-level overall and annual project budget
  • Elaboration of cluster-level overall and annual project activity plan
  • Deliverables and milestones planning
  • Breakdown of complex activities into tasks
  • Updates on risk assessment (and risk management)
  • Regular updating of all plans
  • Facilitate cluster meetings and joint activities
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  • Monitoring and Knowledge management:
  • Monitor plan design and implementation
Data collection
  • Data analysis and interpretation
  • Recommendations and corrective measures
  • Scheduling of evaluation, including ToR’s development, consultant selection, evaluation coordination and integration/use of recommendations in decision-making
  • Documentation of lessons learnt and good practices
  • Monitoring expenditures, particularly with regards to activity bum rates: and account for funds
 
Minimum Requirements
  • Minimum of Bachelor's Degree in Social Sciences, Health, Management or any other related fields.
  • Knowledge of social inclusion, and Navision or any related programme management software is an added advantage
  • Demonstrated knowledge of use of computer software, such as Microsoft Office package
  • Development programme experience in (I) NGO
  • Knowledge and experience of project cycle management In development context for 5 years
  • Knowledge and experiences of project monitoring of minimum of 3 years Basic knowledge of advocacy
  • Experience in narrative and financial reporting on complex projects to international donors
  • Cooperation with civil society/government/donors and private sector knowledge and/or experiences
  • Knowledge in managing project and accounting for inflow and outflow of funds Working experience in insecure environments.
 
Selection Process
  • It is essential that the candidate address the required qualifications above in the application.
  • All applicants MUST produce specific and comprehensive information supporting each one of the following criteria, or the application will not be considered.
  • Only successful applicants who meet the minimum requirements will be notified of their access to the next step of the selection process which consists of:
  • An oral interview, checking the original certificates submitted in copy during the initial application, and testing professional and personal capacities, which, if successful, grants access to:
  • A written test on computer skills
  • All candidates orally interviewed will receive feedback of the result of their application
 
Languages
Fluency in spoken and written English, including public speaking. Fluency in spoken and written French will bean sided advantage.
 
Nationality:
The position is open only to Nigeria nationals.
 
Application Closing Date
16th December, 2016.
 
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should submit in English via email, a meaningful letter of motivation, a CV, copies of diplomas, three professional referees and salary expectations quoted in Nigeria Naira to "Human Resource Unit" via: [email protected] Kindly include referred location in the subject of your application i.e. Application for the position of "Program Officer- Cluster 1".
 
Note
The future job holder adheres to CBM values and commits to CM’ Child Safeguarding Policy,
CBM is an equal opportunities employer and particularly welcomes applications from persons with disabilities.