Plan International was founded over 75 years ago with a mission to promote and protect the rights of children. The organisation was set up by British journalist John Langdon-Davies and refugee worker Eric Muggeridge in 1937, with the original aim to provide food, accommodation and education to children whose lives had been disrupted by the Spanish Civil War. Langdon-Davies conceived the idea of a personal relationship between a child and a sponsor – a model that puts the child at the centre, and remains the core of what we do. Today, Plan International is a global organisation that is active in over 70 countries to advance children’s rights and equality for girls. Who We Are We work with communities around the world to end the cycle of poverty for children. We work with communities around the world to end the cycle of poverty for children. Founded over 70 years ago, Plan is a nearly $800 million organization often ranked among the top 10 international development agencies by reputation, size and scope. We work side-by-side with communities in 50 developing countries to end the cycle of poverty for children, developing solutions to ensure long-term sustainability. Our level of community engagement, long-term outlook and constant focus on the needs and priorities of children is unique among international development organizations. Our solutions are designed up-front to be owned by communities for generations to come and range from clean water and health care programs, to education projects and child protection initiatives. Community by community, Plan works to promise futures that are worthy of all children’s potential. Our Vision Our vision is of a world in which all children realize their full potential in societies that respect people’s rights and dignity. Our Mission Plan strives to achieve lasting improvements in the quality of life of vulnerable children in developing countries by: Enabling children, their families and their communities to meet basic needs and to increase their ability to participate in and benefit from their societies; Fostering relationships to increase understanding and unity among peoples of different cultures and countries; and Promoting the rights and interests of the world’s children.
- Job Type: Full Time
- Qualification: BA/BSc/HND
- Location: Abuja
- Job Field: Administration / Secretarial
The Position
Currently, Plan International Nigeria is seeking to expand the membership of its board. We aim to have a diverse and inclusive Board of Trustees and welcome people with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences.
We seek experienced professionals and public servants with backgrounds in International Development, Accounting, Risk Management, Brands and Marketing, Philanthropy, Donor Engagement, Fundraising, Legal, Human Resources, and Organisational Development.
Interested candidates applying must have strong values of accountability, good governance, and a commitment to Plan International values, which are striving for lasting impact, working well together, being open/accountable and being inclusive/empowering.
Board membership in Plan International is not a paid role; we are therefore interested in people who are passionate about their communities and their country and ready to volunteer and contribute to our new purpose: Empowering 20 million girls in Nigeria to take action and drive change. Women are young people specifically encouraged to apply.
What is the level of commitment required?
- Board Members meet at least four times per year using a hybrid format. The meeting sessions may span a whole day.Meetings will generally occur in March, June, September, and November.
- Board Members also take part in up to 2 Committees. Extra Board or Committee meetings per year may be required.
- Board Members are expected to work inclusively, cooperatively, and respectfully with other members and Management.
- Additional roles and responsibilities include fundraising and stakeholder relations and the option to participate in international governance roles.
- This is a volunteer position. Board Members are reimbursed for travel and other expenses related to their participation on the Board of Trustees.
- Must be able to commit to a 3-year term with the opportunity for renewal.
