Heartland Alliance International (HAI) is the newest and fastest growing part of Heartland Alliance for Human Needs & Human Rights, a family of organizations that has been leading anti-poverty and social justice work in the United States for more than 125 years. HAI is comprised of a dozen country offices implementing programs on a broad range of global human rights issues. HAI is making significant investments in its programming in the fields of trauma-informed mental health care and access In justice for marginalized populations.
HAI is also an industry leader in ensuring access to stigma-free health care. HAl’s programs deliver high quality prevention and treatment services, and take action in response to human rights violations. HAI does this while building the capacity of local providers.
POSITION : Gender Based Violence Project Coordinator
About the Project
With support from the U.S. Department of State’s Office to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons (J/TIP), HAI is implementing Project, Shelter and Heal, a two year project to improve comprehensive services for survivors of trafficking in Northeast Nigeria.
This innovative project build on HAI’s extensive experience providing integrated services for survivors of trafficking, by developing technical training models that can be adopted and replicated to contexts in other countries.
The project will expand existing coordination efforts among national and state governments, and create identification and referral networks to respond to the needs of survivors.
Position Summary
This full-time position is based in Abuja, Nigeria with frequent travel to Borno and Adamawa States and any other project locations.
The Project Coordinator provides coordination and support to HAl’s Protect, Shelter & Heal initiative in Northeast Nigeria, reporting to the New York-based Project Director.
The incumbent will represent HAl in coordination mechanisms in Abua and Northeast Nigeria, liaising on a regular basis with consultants and local partner organizations including national and state government agencies and civil society organizations.
About You
A driven and passionate professional hoping to join an inspiring, dynamic team ol human rights workers.
Innovative, hard-working, and a team player, the candidate has experience working with marginalized and vulnerable communities in challenging environments to provide high quality social, legal and/or health services.
The ideal candidate will be fluent in English, with additional Hausa and/or Kanuri language skills. Exceptional proficiency in English writing is a requirement for this position.
A background in trauma informed mental health, social work and/or legal protection is extremely desirable.
Qualifications
We are looking for outstanding professionals who have a demonstrated passion for human rights work.
Candidates who meet the criteria below are strongly encouraged to apply:
A graduate degree in Clinical Psychology, Social Work, Law or a related field.
At least two years of experience and strong technical knowledge in one or more of the following areas; Social Work, Mental Health, Clinical Psychology, Protection from gender-based Violence (GBV) and Social Justice Programming
Superb English writing and speaking skills.
Highly advanced Hausa or Kanuri language skills.
Extensive knowledge of Nigerian government systems, history, and local context.
Sensitivity toward, and demonstrated commitment to advancing human rights for vulnerable Co marginalized communities.
Excellent cross-cultural skills and motivation to succeed in resource-limited environments.
Ability to meet deadlines, excel under pressure, and work independently
Proven experience working in partnership with government, NGOs and other civil society organizations, network and grassroots movements.
Strong monitoring and evaluation, research, concept paper and/or academic publish background
Willingness and ability to travel and work in insecure environment in Nigeria with up to 35% travel.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV/Resume and cover letter to: ng-recruitment@heartlandalliance.org
Note
Your full name and the position for which you are applying In the email subject line.
Candidates must be available for immediate employment.
Please do NOT contact the listed email address with other enquiries.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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