NIDPRODEV

JOB VACANCIES
A Non Governmental Organizational Based in the Niger Delta, Nigeria with diverse local and international funding requires the services of the following

1. SENIOR PROGRAM MANAGER
2. DEVELOPMENT COMMUNICATION SPECIALIST

SENIOR PROGRAM MANAGER

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
The Senior Program Manager will be responsible for the day to day management activities of programs, which involve creating, and managing program content and initiatives. The Senior Program Manager shall report directly to the Executive Director. The Senior Program Manager will supervise all program staff and liaise with finance and administration staff for the smooth implementation of organization programs and activities

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION
Grant writing and proposal development experience
Ability to develop and deliver training to achieve program objectives
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
Outstanding communications ability, both orally and in writing
Innovative and creative thinking
Flexibility, as well as the ability to work independently
Experience and proficiency in public presentations and appearances
Prior experience in program management at Non-Governmental organization
Computer literacy, knowledge of standard word processing, presentation and spreadsheet software, experience in the use of SPSS will be an added advantage

OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Must be able and willing to travel extensively on a local, regional or international basis, to meet with donors, oversee program implementation or attend conferences related to the organization’s programs
A minimum of 5 years of work experience at senior level in a Non Governmental organization in a developing country
A master’s degree in international development, social work, public administration, political science or in a related field

DEVELOPMENT COMMUNICATION SPECIALIST
The person must have:
A first degree or HND in Mass Communication; a Master’s degree will be an added advantage
Minimum of 3 years post NYSC experience in relevant areas
Ability to write flawless news release
Good report writing skills
Previous NGO experience will be an added advantage
Good creative writing skills
Good understanding of dynamics of the media
Sound knowledge of development communication
Sound knowledge of computer skills in Microsoft including Word and Publisher, as well as CorelDraw

Both positions provide competitive compensation commensurate with experience, comparable to international scale positions

TO APPLY
Interested applicants should send resume and cover letter to [email protected] or by hand to Plot 211 PTI Road, Fasion-En-Vogue Builidng, by Masoje Estate, Effurun Warri Delta State Nigeria.