Program Coordinator STS

• Deadline : 24 Jan 2014
• Interview dates : TBC
• Salary : Competitive NGO salary with benefits

This role will oversee a number of important responsibilities as part of a new programme to improve WaterAid’s effectiveness, efficiency, inclusiveness and sustainability of sanitation approaches in three states of Nigeria. These responsibilities include: programme planning and delivery; programme monitoring and reporting; communication and partnership liaison; and staff management. This position will provide day-to-day coordination towards the achievement of project goals and ensure the integration of the project’s activities with broader WaterAid Nigeria programme priorities. 

The position is based in Abuja but will require regular travel to support our work in the states, LGAs and with more than 35 local partner organizations. Occasional travel outside the country will be expected for this role.

The ideal person for this position would possess: undergraduate and Master’s degrees in the natural, physical or social sciences; minimum 10 years of experience, at least 5 of which MUSTbe in a senior development programme management or coordination role; demonstrable experience in the effective management and delivery of complex community-based development projects with multiple stakeholders in a developing country; experience with managing multiple project stakeholders, including community level stakeholders, government officials, donors etc; excellent competency in writing project reports; demonstrable experience of managing people in a direct supervisory role; strong experience implementing action learning and research projects in a development setting. 

How to apply

Please download a job description (.doc; 44KB) before applying with an application form (.doc; 72KB) and cover letter. Completed electronic application forms should be emailed tohrnig@wateraid.org.    

Please note that ONLY applications submitted on WaterAid’s Standard Application Form will be considered. Closing date for submission of all applications is Thursday 24 January 2014 and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Candidates who do not meet the minimum requirements need not apply.

WaterAid is an equal opportunity employer; women and the disabled are particularly encouraged to apply. We offer competitive salaries, benefits and exceptional opportunities for learning and development.