The Centre for Nation-building & Policy Studies, a forthcoming private think-tank to be based in Abuja is looking for an Acting Director. The Centre aims to facilitate the nation-building processes in Africa by analyzing the impact of government policies on countries’ integration efforts. It will also organize workshops, seminars and publish policy oriented reports that will help governments in their arduous tasks of nation-building.

We are looking for a well-motivated individual who can run the organization from its inception, develop its network and deliver results.
Job Title: Acting Director
Location: Abuja, Nigeria

Job Description:
The chosen candidate is expected to:
(1) Develop activities for the Centre
(2) Assist in fundraising
(3) Serve as the editor of the Centre’s journal, Journal of Nation-building and Policy Studies.

Qualifications: Candidates are expected to have:
(1) Post graduate degree(s) in the social sciences. A PhD degree will be an advantage.
(2) Experience from a similar organization will be an advantage
(3) Ability to manage a small team
(4) Ability to organize workshops, seminars and other events
(5) Ability to meet deadlines
(6) An academic with relevant experience, who wants to do the work on part time basis, will also be considered.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
(1) Programme development
(2) Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office
(3) Excellent research skills
(4) Good oral and written communication
(5) Programme development skills
(6) Friendly and presentable personality.

Contact: Send a CV and a cover letter clearly indicating
(1) The sort of programme and activities you will develop for the Centre and
(2) Possible sources of funding for them, if given the opportunity.

Send your email to: Dr Jideofor Adibe,
editor@adonis-abbey.com
Remuneration: monthly salary