Programme Officer, Governance

Christian Aid is a UK –based international NGO which exists to eradicate poverty around the world. It is currently working in more than 40 countries, and has had a programme in Nigeria since 2003. The Nigeria country programme presently focuses on community health and HIV, governance and gender.

Christian aid Nigeria is looking to recruit suitably qualified and experience candidates to fill positions for the implementation of an intervention ‘voice to the people’ funded by the UK Anambra state. The roles provide excellent opportunity for enthusiastic professional who will support CA partnership and programmes.

Location: Abuja (PO-ABJ-NG/2013/003. Anambra: (PO-ANB-NG/2013/002.

Job Description:

The post holder is responsible for supporting and managing Christian Aid partnership and programmes as well as effective disbursement of funds to partners. S/he will represent Christian Aid, engaging with a wide range of stakeholders including community representatives. Other civil society organizations and government, and will accompany partners to deliver quality programming. The ideal candidate must possess a degree in a development-related field, preferably in political science or with a governance/public policy focus. S/he must have at least three years NGO working experience.