Responsible for: CBI “Provision of Curative and Integrated Nutrition Services in selected locations of Borno and YobeStates, Northeast Nigeria” project.
Care Best Initiative (CBI) is a government registered and recognized Woman-Led and Youth-driven National Non-Governmental Organization (NNGO) founded in 2019. Our mission is to save lives, alleviate the suffering of most vulnerable children, adolescents (lower and older), young people, women and people with disabilities (PWD). We maintain human dignity during and in the aftermath of manmade crises, and natural disasters, among those affected by the, as well as to prevent and strengthen preparedness for the occurrence of such situation, and to promote their rights in the society. We have implemented various donor and self-funded projects/activities in several areas of humanitarian needs among Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), returnees and host communities. We are actively present in Northeast (Borno, Adamawa, Yobe and Bauchi States) and Northwest (Zamfara, Sokoto and Kebbi states) Nigeria. CBI employs a multi-sectorial stakeholder-engagement and community-inclusion approach to the implementation of all her programs and activities, and is well experienced in advocacy, influencing, awareness creation and behavioral change programming. Our thematic areas of operations cut across sectors like Health (FP, SRH, HIV/AIDS & RI), Education, Nutrition (CMAM, MIYCN), Protection (GBV, Child Protection, GE&I), Water, Sanitation and Hygiene, Food Security & Livelihood (FSL) among others with the objectives to improve access to basic and reproductive health services, and support distressed families. We also facilitate developmental programs, such as stakeholders’ advocacy campaigns against systemic and deep-rooted gender inequalities and barriers that will improve the socio-economic status of the most vulnerable (including orphans, PLWHA, PWDs, out-of-school children, Almajiri students and Islamiyya students), promote infrastructural and environmental development, and promote equitable gender and social activities in communities. As our activities are also aimed at strengthening the resilience of the most vulnerable and build their capacity and self-reliance through education, sensitization and awareness creation, CBI works in partnership with the Ministry of Budget and Planning, the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs, and Women’s Affairs, Ministry of Health as well as other relevant line-ministries for implementation. CBI also collaborates with other local and international partners and is an active member of several Clusters, Working groups and CSO Networks in all her states of operation and at the national level is a member of the Coalition of NGOs in Nigeria.
JOB PURPOSE:
The Programme Coordinator will work closely and under the supervision of the Programme Manager to jointly ensure the management and development of the country programmes at the zonal level. The Programme Coordinator leads the planning, implementation and monitoring of all projects in coordination with the concerned technical coordinators to apply integrated approach for synergies across sectors. The Programme Coordinator shall ensure timely and efficient programme implementation, and most importantly the quality of projects and programmes in terms of their impact. In close collaboration with the MEAL team, the Programme Coordinator also guides the programme strategy and development of future programmes. Together with the Head of Office, the Programme Coordinator represents CBI to donors and partners, ensuring that CBI is recognised for its programme expertise and field experience.
JOB DESCRIPTION/PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
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Programme Management Lead the programme strategy development and implementation of the Country Strategic Plan Ensure that the overall programme is designed, managed and implemented in conformity to CBI policies, strategy and guidelines. Ensure effective leadership and management of CBI Nigeria programme through line management and coordination with all sectoral teams Ensure timely and high-quality reporting is done by all programmes to donors Ensure project developed meets high standards in terms of design, implementation and MEAL through proper Project Cycle Management Prepare programme budgets collaboratively with programme and finance staff Track programme expenditure through monthly programme review meetings using financial expenditure reports prepared by the finance department. Ensure compliance to donor policies, procedures and procurement Fundraising and proposal development Conduct regular context analysis (including the country’s socio-economic situation, (donor) trends, needs and gaps), as well as stakeholder analysis Identify funding opportunities; Lead proposal writing processes from a programme perspective and coordinates with other departments Contribute to the identification of potential relevant international and/or local partners (private sector partners, national and international NGOs, think tanks, academia, etc.) to be included in proposals Liaise with Technical/thematic Coordinators to contribute to the ToRs of assessments to be conducted for proposal development and to request their input in the logframe development Contribute to the development of fundraising documents (including expression of Interests/ Concept Notes/ Proposals) in line with CBI country strategy and donor requirements and in close collaboration with CBI HQ and finance Liaise with Programme Officers and Technical Coordinators to ensure that proposals are relevant and technically sound Integrate learning from previous interventions (e.g. lessons learnt and best practices) into new proposals
Furthermore, the Programme Coordinator engages in medium and long-term planning and strategy activities, ensures continuous quality improvement of programmes and contributes towards a successful environment for the programme staff.
Involve Finance, Logistics, MEAL, Technical Coordinators and Security teams in the development of fundraising documents, particularly finance for the budget and logistics in case of specific donor procurement rules External relations Maintain active and regular working relationships with donors Maintain active and regular working relationships with other NGOs, UN agencies, clusters, working groups and consortia Regularly update a directory of donors, international and local NGOs, other partners and stakeholders Active engagement and coordination with the relevant national and local authorities as required by CBI registration/legal status in country In the absence of Technical Coordinators, represent CBI in key clusters and working group meetings Grant Management Contribute to addressing in a timely manner all comments by donors on proposals in liaison with relevant staff in country and CBI HQ and finance Read thoroughly all contracts before signature, seeking CBI HQ and finance advice when required Ensure that contractual obligations (including visibility requirements) and reporting deadlines are known and met by Programme, and Finance, Logistics, MEAL, Technical Coordinators and Security teams’ team When any issue is identified in meeting deliverables in the given timeframe and budget, inform relevant staff in country and seek CBI HQ Program Department advice on potential solutions that would meet donor rules Reporting Lead the kick-off planning and close out review meetings for each project Write quality narrative reports, reflecting the progress and status of projects in a transparent, timely and professional manner, in liaison with CBI HQ and finance, which will contribute ultimately to steady cash inflow Liaise with section Heads (Finance, Logistics, MEAL, Technical Coordinators and Security teams) teams when preparing reports, especially with finance to ensure greater coherence between financial and narrative reports by cross checking the matching of data in the narrative and financial reports Contribute to the monthly update of the CBI and ensure smooth and regular communication with CBI HQ Ensure adhoc requests from donors are addressed in liaison with the Head of Mission, programme and support teams Ensure proper reporting of the various projects implemented in country Human Resource Management In consultation with the Head of Office, plan HR needs, capacity building needs for senior program staff and enough human resources for the programme to meet its objectives
JOB HOLDER ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Knowledge (Education & Related Experience): Education University degree (preferably Postgraduate/Professional certification) in international development, social science, public health, international relations, conflict and security, or other relevant disciplines. Professional Experience
Minimum 4 years of experience in leadership role within technical expertise in a humanitarian/ recovery context
Experience in conflict/post-conflict contexts, with experience in leading emergency responses, access and security analysis and management Professional Requirements Completed relevant trainings in Project Management, Monitoring and Evaluation, Proposal Writing, Humanitarian Coordination, Safety and Security Management, etc. Languages English – fluent in spoken and written Skills (Special Training or Competence): Technical:
Strong leadership skills
Excellent team-working and team-building skills, as well as ability to work under high pressure and with flexibility
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work and integrate in a multicultural team
Problem solver, dynamic, mature
Confidently able to deal with authorities and donors
Pro-active approach to work
Able to work independently as well as being a strong team player
Flexibility, capacity of managing stress, good diplomatic skills
Flexibility in staying in guest house provided Managerial:
Plan, manage and adapt a project, including in emergencies
Knowledge and understanding of project management tools (Logical framework analysis, project cycle management, objectives, and indicators etc.)
Ability to have a global overview of a program (not only on medical/nutritional plan) and develop a strategic plan
Analyse and summarize the issues and challenges in the region
Analyse the context and the consequences of an intervention, assess the risks and constraints, and identify priorities
Understand and analyse the public health system, health context, health problems and data
Create and choose appropriate indicators for the project
Manage and follow a program budget
Strong leadership skills and a supportive management style (experience managing national and expatriate staff)
Proven ability to problem solving and lead teams through very challenging situations Soft Skills:
Good writing and communication skills
Diplomacy and capacity to develop and maintain a strong relation with key stakeholders
Ability to take quick decisions according to the context in coordination with the team
Reactivity, anticipation, and adaptability
Capacity to take initiatives
Excellent Organizational skills
Ability to manage priorities effectively
Ability to pro-actively build relations with other stakeholders
Strong commitment to Gender Equality service delivery
Capacity to work and to live in tense conditions (climate, cultural context, promiscuity, isolation) Key Behaviors:
Interpersonal and intercultural sensitivity.
Social and receptive (active listener).
High degree of integrity.
Ability to work independently and as a part of the team, as the situation dictates.
Pro-active and ready to take initiative.
Ability to assimilate and handle a wide range of information efficiently and effectively.
High level of stress tolerance and ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision.
Willingness to undertake extensive field trips
within PCO working area. Internal
Programme Manager/Head of Office
Other thematic area Coordinators
Finance and Support Services team
Various staff based in all CBI core departments, as and when necessary (e.g. funding, PDA, NUTRITION, finance, PPA) External
Partners
Consultants
Service Providers/Stakeholders (Other NGOs)
Government agencies
Community leaders/CBOs
HOW TO APPLY: Kindly submit your CV, cover letter and other “Necessary” documents ONLY in PDF format for this application to the HR Coordinator via this link: https://bit.ly/cbinutrition-unicef or email: [email protected] with the subject of the email as ONLY “PROGRAMME COORDINATOR 2023” NOTE:
Only applications submitted online will be reviewed
Only one application email should be submitted as multiple submission will be tantamount to automatic disqualification
The deadline for submissions is 06 October, 2023 (11.59 PM), However, applications submitted before this date will be reviewed on a rolling-basis
By submitting your Application for this position you agreed to CBI Policies and ZERO Tolerance to: o Fraud o Sexual Harassment, Exploitation, Abuse and Child Abuse
Our employees enjoy a work culture that promotes diversity and inclusion.
Care Best Initiative (CBI) provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
Qualified women and persons with special needs are strongly encouraged to apply
