These strategic locations have allowed NRC greater reach from the north and south parts of the North-East and North Central region and allowed NRC to contribute to bridging the gap between humanitarian aid and development cooperation, including by focusing on equitable access to basic services and strengthening the rights of displaced people and returnees. In addition to the Country Office and the above-mentioned Area Offices, NRC has sub-office structures in Dikwa, Monguno, Biu, Mubi, Pulka, and Gwoza.
We are looking for people who are passionate about helping refugees and people forced to flee.
If you are those people, the Norwegian Refugee Council in Nigeria is looking for an enthusiastic, passionate Education Officer to join our team in Area South, Adamawa State
Role and responsibilities
Generic responsibilities
Ensure adherence to NRC policies, tool, handbooks, guidelines and donor requirements including strict adherence to the Code of Conduct and Child Safeguarding Policies Prepare plans based on proposals, logframes and budgets Implement activities in coherence with project documents Prepare regular reports and other documents to capture project progress and achievements Represent NRC and coordinate with government, partner, and education stakeholders Provide capacity building for staff and contractors 7. Identify and share ideas for improvement of the Education programSpecific responsibilities
Competencies
Professional competencies
At least two years experience working with a national or international NGO or United Nations agency in the Northeast of Nigeria. At least one year of experience managing program staff and implementation in the field with experience in education preferred. Bachelor’s degree in education, development, management or a related field with a master’s degree preferred. Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities Understanding of data collection and analysis and documentation of results Experience mobilizing communities and interacting with government education authorities Analytic and computer skills including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint Fluency in English, both written and oral required. Context specific skills, knowledge and experience: Understanding of the education context and humanitarian and development response in northeastern Nigeria, with specific experience in North-East Nigeria preferred. Fluent spoken Hausa language, with other local languages an advantage Experience with nonformal and vocational education and support to formal education preferred Documented experience working with local government authorities and IDP, returnee and host communities Experience with budgeting, procurement and recruitment of staff and contractors Understanding of humanitarian, development and protection standards and their application in the fieldBehavioural competencies
Managing resources and achieving results Handling insecure environments Empowering and building trust Communicating with impact and respect Management of teams