Responsibilities:
The Programme Officers will play a key role in delivery of the programme in Oyo and Ogun states, working closely with team members based in Abuja. They will support and monitor the day-to-day implementation of Safire in the respective state, undertaking programme management, monitoring and evaluation and partner liaison activities. A key part of this role will be to work closely with the partner CSOs to support knowledge of Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) services and rights for young people in communities. The Programme Officers need to be willing to be based in Oyo or Ogun state.
Person specification:
To succeed in this role, the ideal candidate would need:
A good understanding of sexual and reproductive health and rights and experience in programming for adolescent’s health
Experience in engaging with consortium partners and building capacity of grassroots civil society organisations
Experience of qualitative formative research and evaluation
Experience of programme management, including monitoring and evaluation, budgeting, planning, and risk management.
Strong relationship management and communications skills.
Strategic thinking, problem solving and decision-making skills.
Fluency in Yoruba (spoken, written, reading)
Benefits:
Medical insurance
25 days paid annual leave per annum in addition to local bank or public holidays
Other information:
Options is an equal opportunities employer
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and post holders to share this commitment.
Candidates require a valid Nigeria work permit.
HOW TO APPLY:
Application process:
To apply, please send your CV with a summary note of your skills and experience to Adinda Hasan opportunities@options.co.uk. Candidates should state the role in the subject header.
Closing date for applications is: 1st of December 2019
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interview. First and second round interviews will be held week commencing 9th of December 2019.