Clo(Community Liaison Officer) at Mines Advisory Group

Employment Nigeria 01-Apr-2017 BORNO , Customer Service NGO

Mines Advisory Group (MAG) -works with others to reclaim land contaminated with the debris of conflict, to reduce the daily risk of death or injury for civilians, and to create safe and secure conditions for development.

POSITION : Community Liaison Officer

Description

Gather data, deliver risk education activities and provide support to MAG's wider operations using community liaison and participatory approaches to assist MAG achieve its aim of mitigating the negative effects of armed violence and conflict

Responsibilities

Liaise with communities, traditional leaders, local authorities, NGOs, INGOs, and other relevant stakeholders to gather information that will support MAG's operational planning using interviews, meetings, community mapping and other participatory approaches
Carry out non-technical surveys to identify suspected or confirmed hazardous areas and produce related reports and sketch maps
Gather information relating to accidents and victims of landmines, ERW or SALW and produce related reports
Deliver risk education to targeted groups ensuring that all participants have a good understanding of risks and mitigation strategies
Liaise with communities to support MAG's clearance operations at all stages of the clearance process
Liaise with MAG's clearance teams to ensure all relevant information is shared prior to clearance operations
Gather data relating to the impact of MAG's work through relevant reports and case studies
Deliver training and support to community focal points, leaders and/or teachers where relevant and provide follow up monitoring and support
Contribute to the process of developing CL methodologies, materials, policies and procedures
Work with other CL staff to design and field test CL resources as required
Ensure that all reports are completed to a high standard and that all data is accurate and well-presented
Contribute to the day-to-day planning of CL activities and deployments to the field
Take due care and responsibility for all equipment issued by MAG
Represent MAG in relevant meetings as and when required
Adhere to all MAG policies and procedures both Technical and Administrative, including safety and security
Any other reasonable duties as requested by the Community Liaison Manager or CL Team Leader.

Requirements

Previous experience of using participatory techniques to gather information in at-risk communities
Previous experience of carrying out community-based education activities or similar
Good knowledge and understanding of local communities, their norms and culture
Ability to record information accurately and clearly
A flexible and adaptable approach to work
Ability and willingness to travel
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective relationships with a range of people
Excellent presentation skills with the ability to engage with an audience

How to Apply
Candidates should send their applications,CV's and cover letter in the same document to: magnigeriarecruitment@gmail.com with position applied for as the subject

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Clo(Community Liaison Officer) at Mines Advisory Group

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