INTERSOS is an independent, no-profit organization which, through its own humanitarian operators, intervenes to effectively answer the needs of people in serious crises situations, mainly in the world’s poorest regions, who are suffering, deprived of rights, dignity and essentials goods. It maintains a flexible operating structure. The head office in Italy coordinates, supports and monitors the planned activities in the countries of intervention carried out by decentralised offices. The statutory bodies of INTERSOS, are: the Members Assembly, the Council, the Society for Auditing and Certification of Accounts. Intersos, established in 1992, is recognised by the Italian Ministry for Foreign Affairs, the European Commission and the principal UN agencies; it is privileged to hold an advisory status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC). OUR MISSION • To give an immediate response in humanitarian crises by bringing emergency relief to the victims of armed conflict, drought, famine, the presence of landmines or unexploded devices, and other disaster situations. • At the same time as providing primary emergency relief, to also begin working to promote a return to normal living conditions, the resumption of dialogue and the strengthening of peace, reconstruction and growth. • To stimulate, encourage and involve Italian society in helping to develop and spread the existing culture of solidarity and international justice. TRAINING INTERSOS also offers training courses aimed to provide knowledge and practical skills regarding humanitarian emergencies and assistance. INTERSOS training courses are designed for both beginners and experts in order to offer the appropriate content to the right target. For more information follow the link: http://intersos.org/trainings JOIN US INTERSOS is always looking for committed staff. Take a look to our website http://intersos.org/en/join-us Specialties Humanitarian Interventions, Protection, Education, WASH, Shelter, Health&Nutrition, Food Security
- Job Type: Full Time
- Qualification: BA/BSc/HND
- Experience: 3 years
- Location: Borno
- Job Field: NGO/Non-Profit
The Base Manager cum Head of Field Office of Dikwa provides oversight of all the base management functions (logistics, finance, HR, security) of all the field bases, as well as general coordination with external stakeholders. He/She is responsible for ensuring smooth operations for all the field bases, identifying gaps and challenges and support means in improvement, as well as maintaining effective coordination with key stakeholders. He/She will also have oversight of the base management for the Dikwa Field Base
Oversight of Base Management for field bases
- To lead, support and monitor the Heads of Field Office/ Field Focal Points in performing the required logistics, finance, HR and security functions of all field bases, including the management of all the field premises.
- To act as the focal point between the field bases and relevant programme/ operational departments in ensuring effective, efficient and compliant operations
- To lead the team in improving field operations systems, processes and coordination
- To monitor the implementation of the INTERSOS Safeguarding Framework
Context and security analysis
- To conduct regular update and analysis of humanitarian context (needs and trends) across all project locations
- To conduct regular update and analysis of security context across all project locations
External Coordination and Representation
- To ensure strong coordination and networking with key external stakeholders at the field level (e.g. local authorities, community leaders, community groups and networks, UN/INGOs/NNGOs, etc)
- To represent INTERSOS in relevant platforms as assigned by the SMT
Support in field monitoring and other ad-hoc field assignments
- To support the Head of Programme in the field monitoring of projects activities
- To support the SMT in coordinating any ad-hoc field assignments
Team Management
- To supervise and manage the team members under his/her direct responsibility (head of field-offices/ field focal points)
Professional Requirements
- Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in management, logistics, development, or related field
- Minimum of 3-year relevant experience in base management, logistics, and/or coordination
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent problem solving, coordination and networking skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, content management systems, and social media platforms.
Organisational Requirements
- Act as an ambassador for INTERSOS Nigeria in external coordination.
- Adhere to all INTERSOS policies and procedures both technical and administrational.
- Undertake and apply learning from appropriate training and programmes.
