Christian Rural and Urban Development Association of Nigeria (CRUDAN) is a Christian interdenominational, not-for-profit, Non-Governmental Organization. We are a membership association of Christian individuals, faith-based development organizations and other civil society organizations (CSO) in Nigeria. CRUDAN’s vision is a dynamic self-sustained Christian organization facilitating (w)holistic community transformation with the church as agent of change and manifesting the kingdom of GOD on earth. CRUDAN’s work is making thousands of Nigeria’s rural and urban poor families to regain their lives through enhanced voices for accountable and just leadership, Christian wholistic education and humanitarian action during emergencies. We collaborate with the Church, media and other members of civil society in wholistic development work in the campaign to realize a truly egalitarian society.
- Job Type: Full Time
- Qualification: BA/BSc/HND , OND
- Experience: 1 year
- Location: Adamawa
- Job Field: Administration / Secretarial
Job Overview:
This position will be responsible for implementing all project activities in the 16 wards of Michika LGA, Adamawa state. He/she will manage LGA/Ward/Community program activities, interface with project participants at the LGA/Ward/Community levels,and ensure quality implementation of all project components in the LGA/Ward/Community.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead in the mobilization, sensitization, and orientation of community partners, local government leadership, traditional and religious institutions on all project activities.
- Develop workplan for LGA/Community and submit a report of activities on a monthly basis.
- Support the coordination of project activities at Michika LGA.
- Lead in all LGA/Community advocacies and Influencing work.
- Be responsible for optimal performance at LGA/Community level in the areas of project implementation, accountability, responsiveness, and innovativeness.
- Supervise and report the delivery of all project goods and services as required.
- Collate data for monitoring and evaluation purposes on a weekly and monthly basis and ensure that quality data are uploaded to all manual and electronic data management platforms.
- Ensure a smooth working relationship with Local Government Authorities with the support of the Program Officer.
- Ensure the project standards and principles are met during project activities implementation.
- Identify capacity gaps and training needs for CBOs and other project participants, and report to the PO.
- Liaise with OXFAM MELSA Unit through the Program Officer to ensure effective project monitoring at the LG level.
- Develop innovative approach towards ensuring active partnership of Local Government Authority and project communities in all project activities and programmes.
- Link project participants to government programmes at the LGA level as may be required.
- Implement an effective communication system among all stakeholders at the LGA/Community level.
- Participate in any other project-related activities according to project needs.
- Attend any other responsibility as assigned by the PO.
Requirements, Skills, and Competence:
- ND/HND or its equivalent in a relevant field with at least 1 year experience as a community Mobilization Officer or Local Government Project Supervisor on related project(s).
- At least 1-year cognate experience in development work at community level.
- Computer literacy and ability to work well on MS Office packages such as Word, Excel, and Power point.
- Experience in community mobilization, community development planning, advocacy, influencing, and conflict management.
- Experience using digital tools for data collection and survey activities.
- Good training and facilitation skills with a wide variety of groups having diverse experiences, backgrounds, skills, and educational levels.
- Reside in Michika LGA
- Strong interpersonal skills and conflict resolution skills
- Immediate availability
- Information Computer Technology (ICT) practical understanding and ability to track and analyse data
- Good report writing and proposal development skills.
- Ability to multi-task, engage in long-term planning, meet deadlines, and handle last-minute demands; exercise patience, and adapt to changing circumstances.
- Fluency in English, Hausa, and any other local language(s)
- Respected by local people and leaders and known to be conscientious, of high integrity, and diplomacy
Method of Application
All interested persons should send an application letter and CV no later than Friday, 21st July 2023 to [email protected] The position title and applicant name must be the subject of your email. Only applications sent in the required format will be considered and only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview.
