Plan International Recruitment 2024(5 Positions)

The Opportunity

• The purpose of this role is to serve as program technical support for all project implementation of PLAN development programme in Nigeria.
• The role holder will provide support and leadership to project implementation especially during the start-up and close down phase of project implementation.
• The candidate will be directly involved in project planning, managing programme quality, financial and narrative reporting, and stakeholder management.
• The role will contribute to proposal development processes. Additional responsibilities include supervision and technical assistance to project staff as well as relations with key partners and service providers.

About You

• We are looking for applicant with a University Degree or its equivalent in Social Science, Natural Science or related fields. A master’s degree in International Development or a related field will be an added advantage.
• The candidate should possess a minimum of 4 years of experience working in the NGO sector with roles in project management and/or budget management.
• S/he should possess good knowledge and understanding of development issues in Nigeria with an excellent understanding of program start-up, project monitoring and project close-out processes.

Application Closing Date
8th March, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note: This is a Short Term role with contract end date of 31st  August 2024 with a possibility of extension.

About You

• We are looking for applicant with a Degree in Development Studies, Accounting and Finance, Business Studies, or Social Science.
• A master’s degree or its equivalent in International Affairs, Development or related field will be an added advantage.
• The candidate should possess at least five years of experience working in project and/or grants management, proposal, business development, and design.
• S/he should be experienced in developing and interpreting donor budgets in addition to having excellent skills in developing and writing grant proposals.

Application Closing Date
8th March, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Technical Expertise, Skills and Knowledge
Essential:

• Significant  experience of Supply Chain & Procurement at senior management level in an international NGO setting.
• Experience working in the international humanitarian sector with a strong track record overseeing supply chain and other humanitarian services both at Headquarter level and within Programme locations
• Relevant academic or professional qualifications in Supply Chain Management, Logistics Management or related discipline or equivalent professional experience at a senior management level to credibly lead this size and complexity of portfolio.
• Extensive experience in long-term strategy development and implementation at global level
• Experience in procurement, supply chain and fleet management.
• Demonstrated managerial skills and leadership experience.
• Strategic thinking and ability to contribute to the development of organisational strategy and provide insight and leadership
• Leadership and vision – comfortable setting a strategic vision and direction and leading a workforce on a change journey of improvement. Able to drive strategic improvements with tenacity and commitment.
• Change management, organisation design transformation expertise in large scale, decentralised organisations.
• Knowledge and understanding of key donor procurement requirements and the ability to interpret donor policies, procedures and requirements by organisational and programme context.
• Experience of designing, developing and documenting fit for purpose policies, standards, processes and systems and implementing these across a complex and international portfolio.
• Expertise with supply chain digital transformation a
• Innovative and creative, able to think ‘outside of the box’ and to re-engineer ways of working and business processes.
• Strong decision making, comfortable making high impact decisions effectively and efficiently.
• Strong line management experience, including recruitment, performance management and workforce planning; comfortable applying situational leadership and supporting others in their development and well-being.
• Change champion for gender equality and gender transformation (feminist leadership principles)
• Open and accountable – approachable and takes responsibility for own actions and their impact.
• Works well with others and with high integrity and professionalism, championing professional standards and organisational values and behaviours.
• Able to form and maintain strong relationships and networks both internally and externally, and to represent Plan in international fora in a professional way and in the furtherance of Plan’s organisational strategy.
• Able to communicate with clarity and effectiveness to a range of different audiences and employing a range of techniques and approaches.
• Strong influencing and negotiation skills.
• Comfortable working in a diverse and cross-cultural environment.
• Commitment to the values and purpose of Plan International, and to humanitarian values and standards.

Application Closing Date
24th March, 2024

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Role Purpose

• The Director of People, Culture, and Organizational Development is to provide strategic leadership to Plan International Nigeria’s People, Culture, and organizational development processes, through initiatives that promote employee growth and a positive organizational culture that aligns with Plan’s vision, mission, and goals with the aim of ensuring effective, harmonious, and interdependent teams, functions and programs within the country program.
• S/he is responsible for the direction and supervision of people, Culture, and Organizational Development function, including capacity building, performance assessment of staff, provision of effective administration services as well as the development and monitoring of HR strategies, policies, and activities in accordance with Plan policies to ensure the team effectiveness and healthy working environment.
• S/he is required to identify, lead and direct continuous improvement initiatives and effectively anticipate, mitigate, and maximize the opportunities to build and retain an effective team supportive of the Plan’s business needs while managing risks in the local context, ensuring full compliance with local labor law and Plan’s policies, procedures, and programs, both locally and globally.
• He/she is expected to practice feminist leadership, promote diversity, actively seek innovative solutions for problems, courageously and respectfully share their opinions and ideas, break down barriers and engender cross-department collaboration, practice active listening, maintain confidentiality, build trust and are passionate about children’s rights and equality for girls.

Dimensions of the Role

• Responsible for the People and Culture department’s annual allocated budget.
• Lead and supervise an expert team of Senior Managers, Managers, and functional experts.
• Oversee the Governance, safeguarding, and legal functions
• Area of Responsibility – Country Programme
• Member of the Senior Management team and Country Leadership team
• Member of the West Africa Regional Office and International HR networks

Application Closing Date
15th March, 2024

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online