Requirements
What you will bring:
- 5+ years of experience in a conflict or post-conflict setting with an INGO in a coordination or senior management role (e.g. Country Director or similar levels). Experience of working in complex humanitarian situations is preferred.
- Undergraduate/postgraduate qualifications in international relations, political science, development or other relevant field
- Proven high profile management, coordination and advocacy experience in humanitarian context.
- Demonstrated communication, leadership skills, interpersonal and negotiation skills
- Documented skills in developing proposals, budgets and reports
- Strong advocacy experience in conflict-affected countries
- Demonstrated knowledge of humanitarian architecture, the UN system (HCT, ISCG, Clusters),
- Familiarity with HDP Nexus contexts, Durable Solutions, and Localization
- Knowledge of international humanitarian law and humanitarian reform a plus
- Strong understanding of conflict sensitivity and protection
- Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities.
- Computer literacy.
Context / Specific Skills, Knowledge and Experience:
- Knowledge of the Nigeria context or previous experience working in Nigeria or West Africa
- Experience in administration and coordination of coalition or secretariat functions a plus.
- Strong communication, inter-personal, facilitation and diplomatic skills.
- Fluency in English, both written and verbal, with strong writing and editing skills.
Behavioural competencies:
- Strategic thinking
- Initiating action and change
- Influencing
- Handling insecure environments
