Program Manager(Food Security & Livelihoods) at Action Against Hunger | ACF-International
Employment Nigeria
09-Dec-2016
BORNO ,
Administrative
Action Against Hunger | ACF-International - works to save lives by combating hunger and diseases that threaten the lives of vulnerable communities, through nutrition, food security, water and sanitation, health and advocacy.
POSITION : Food Security & Livelihoods Program Manager
Position Overview
- The Food Security and Livelihood Program manager is the focal point in 1.) providing technical support and recommendations on program implementation at all stages of the project cycle; 2.) designing, monitoring and contributing to reporting & M&E of the project; and 3.) ensuring quality of services delivered, ensuring compliance with ACF policies and national guidelines.
- S/he works in close collaboration with the project manager and other sector managers (e.g. Nutrition and Health, WASH, M&E, etc.) to ensure project objectives are achieved; as well as with the Logistics, HR, and Finance departments as needed.
- S/H works in management and technical support to
- FSL/Distribution field teams implementing projects in the specified locations, and under technical oversight and coherence from the Food Security and Livelihood Region technical coordinator based in Maiduguri.
Specific Objectives
- Contribute to deliberations on strategy and the positioning of the FSL Department.
- Identify needs and contribute to project elaboration.
- Set up, implement and report on FSL projects.
- Contribute to the quality, accountability and impact measurement process of his/her program.
- Participate in the coordination, representation and partnerships of ACF in his/her area of intervention.
- Supervise and manage the team.
Qualifications
- University Degree in Economics, Social Sciences, or related field
Essential Skills and Experience:
- At least 2 years’ experience in humanitarian context and project management.
- Experience in food aid distribution AND Cash based intervention in emergency context
- Experience on community based approach activities in an intercultural context.
- Good organizational skills
- Effective organizational representation at different levels
- Easily integrate with remote areas living conditions.
- Disciplined and able to work and arrive at decisions autonomously and with minimal guidance;
- Fluent in English (professional English) Excellent verbal and written skills;Ability and willingness to travel regularly to the field sites.
Preferred Skills and Experience:
- Initiative and problem solving skills.
- Adaptability and flexibility.
- Motivation and involvement.
- Professionalism and Management.
How To Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications by email to: recruitment.ng@acf-international.org
Note
- To be considered, applications must include a CV and letter of interest, and indicate the full position title and location in the email subject line, or on the application envelope.
- Also note that applications will be processed on FIRST COME FIRST SERVED basis and any application received without these specifications will not be considered.
- Only shortlisted candidate will be contacted. Qualified women and men are encouraged to apply.
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