NigeriaThe position
Overall objective: Direct operational implementation of AVR activities in the DRC/DDG areas of operation (community safety planning, conflict management education, dialogue facilitation, youth engagement). The AVR Facilitator is responsible for the implementation of the activities of the project with the level of quality required and in a timely manner. The AVR Facilitator is also in charge of liaising with the project stakeholders, establishing a wide network including the authorities, security services, communities, NGOs, and other possible sources of information. The AVR Facilitator will collect data and report on a daily basis to his/her Supervisor.
Key Requirements
Essential (+ or - if needed):
University degree in social science or tertiary education in any other relevant field will be a preferred
Experience in community mobilization, facilitation of workshops or other participative activities (focus groups, mediation processes, etc.) necessary.
Knowledge of local communities; actual inhabitants of these areas are preferred
Fluency in local language and English language speaking, reading and writing
Must be able to remain neutral when working with communities
Desirables (+ or - if needed):
Previous experience working with youth
Previous experience working for an international or national NGO/civil society organization
Strong facilitation, interpersonal and public speaking skills.
Energetic and enthusiastic
Willing and able to work for long hours when requested
Creative and willing to learn new things
Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite, G-mail)
Conditions
Availability: March 2018
Salary and conditions: In accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment;
The income will be subject to statutory deductions as per applicable Nigeria laws. The employee is responsible for the tax returns.
How to apply
The position is for NIGERIAN NATIONALS ONLY.
Application method
CV and Cover Letter indicating and explaining the suitability to the position applied.
Provide contact details (name, position, email address and tel. no.) of 3 professional non-related references, whereas 1 must be for the latest employer. Please do not attach any written recommendations.
Applications should be addressed to: AVR Manager
Applications can be sent through email to drc-hr-ng@drc-nigeria.org Please note: The position title must be written in the subject line of the email otherwise not considered.
Dropped at DRC office: No. 5, Azare street, Maiduguri
Only motivated applications that address the stipulated duties and meet the required qualifications, sent together with a CV, will be considered. CV-only applications will not be considered.
Deadline date: 22/02/2018 Applications sent/received after the deadline will not be considered.