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CRS/Nigeria is seeking a Grants Manager (GM) who will ensure quality project’s management and appropriate monitoring of fund use for all programs managed under the project. The GM will report to the Chief of Party and will maintain close liaison with the M&E Director and Technical Program Director. The GM will supervise programmatically a team of Finance and Compliance Officers and will ensure adherence to CRS management standards in implementation and compliance by partners and CRS.

Grants Manager
Location : Abuja

Major Responsibilities

Sub-recipients Financial Assessment

Lead the continuous assessments of all sub-recipients using approved Finance’s checklists to have a stratification of the sub-recipients for Country Program and document progress appropriately.
Assist the sub-recipients in preparing a Corrective Action Plan within sixty calendar days of the assessment or monitoring visit that addresses each of the identified weaknesses in any of the ten assessed areas scored below 75%.
Assist Program Managers in making sure that the sub recipients address all issues listed in the Corrective Acton Plan within 120 calendar days of the assessment or monitoring visit.
Ensure financial and programming staffs participate in the financial monitoring, including site visits, of sub-recipient activities and document the monitoring steps performed, the processes reviewed, and the result of the testing and reviews.
Ensure all monitors prepare and submit a written trip report for each visit to a sub-recipient.

Sub-recipients Financial Monitoring

Serve as the principal point of contact on Grant Management and compliance issues with Program Managers, CRS/Nigeria Finance and Compliance staff.
Lead the implementation of the CRS/HQ sub-recipient monitoring policy for Feed the Future Nigeria Livelihoods Project.
Coordinate the development and implementation of Grant Management capacity building activities such as trainings at the sites in close collaboration with Compliance Staff.
Ensure Country Program has in place and adheres to a schedule of planned monitoring visits of sub-recipients during each year. The basis for the selection, timing and frequency of its monitoring visits should be properly documented.
Ensure financial and programming staffs participate in the financial monitoring, including site visits, of sub-recipient activities. The trip reports must indicate the monitoring steps performed, the processes reviewed, and the result of the testing and reviews.

Staff management

Lead, direct, mentor and coach grants and compliance staff.
Take lead in setting annual finance and Compliance targets and ensure that specific tasks are built in every compliance staff Performance plan.
Motivate, develop, coach and appraise subordinate staff in accordance with Catholic Relief Services Performance Management System (PMS) and Catholic Social Teachings (CST)
Ensure that supervisees’ jo high levels of initiative;
Minimum of five years relevant experience, preferably with an International Organization.
Thorough knowledge of best practices in capacity strengthening with prior experience of integrating this with programming; Experience in curriculum design and development.
Demonstrated ability to transfer knowledge to diverse audiences through participatory adult learning, mentoring, distance education, and other formal and non-formal methods; Experience in the design of and delivery of training workshops.

Method of Application
Interested candidates should download the application form using this link http:///8OOQcp and send with a detailed 3-page resume in a single file word document to ng.recruitment_agriculture@crs.org.

The position title must be expressly stated as the subject of the email quoting reference number 0902B17.

Equal Opportunity:

“CRS is an equal –opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, etc. Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply”.

Statement of Commitment to Protection:

‘’CRS’ recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

Creative Associates International is a dynamic, fast-growing global development firm that specializes in education, economic growth, democratic development and post-crisis stabilization. Based in Washington, D.C., Creative has a field presence in more than 25 countries with a strong client portfolio that includes the U.S. Agency for International Development and the State Department, among others. Since its founding in 1977, Creative has earned a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.

Regional Security Operations Manager
Location : Abuja

Position Summary:

The Regional Security Operations Manager (RSOM) serves as Creative’s Security and Operations representative for West Africa. The RSOM proactively supports the HQ Security and Field Operations Departments through interacting with Creative’s Project Security Managers (PSMs) and Project Operations Managers (POMs) across West Africa. He/she has the delegated responsibility for the day-to-day management and coordination of field security and operational activities, ensures compliance with corporate security and operations policies and maintains close liaison with the Creative HQ Security and Field Ops Departments. He/she will support Creative’s West Africa projects and help implement a security strategy for approaching new business. This position also contributes to the formulation and implementation of planned strategies and initiatives to enhance Creative’s security and operations programs, including quality and support to all staff in the field.

Primary Responsibilities:

Have and maintain a detailed knowledge of the national and regional security situation, especially in strategic countries for Creative projects in West Africa. This analysis should focus on operating environments, changing political and security dynamics and trends, and how this may affect project operations and implementation;
Assess field offices to ensure appropriate security measures are in effect and in accordance with the particular needs of the project and its offices, and ensure proper provision of various security services for all field offices;
Assist the HQ Security Department with the implementation of the Creative Sensitive Information (CSI) Program, which provides for the protection of sensitive information;
Support HQ travelers and local expats in the event of an emergency;
Conduct security compliance reviews for field offices in West Africa;
Analyze and evaluate the effectiveness of security operations in meeting established project goals and objectives;
Ensure all project Crisis Response, Security, Vetting and Information Security Plans are current, maintained, applicable and being implemented by the projects and subcontractors (when applicable);
Assist with the development and testing of all projects Crisis Response Plans;
Serve as the primary point of contact and liaison for all Creative projects, risk management companies and other security-related contacts in West Africa;
Remain current on all national and regional security regulations and subsequent implications for Creative projects and future programming;
Review allegations of possible fraud and misconduct, maintain close liaison and cooperation with Creative HQ in subsequent investigations, and review and update project allegations trackers accordingly;
Ensure, through the PSMs, that HQ travelers to and new employees in West Africa are provided briefings on security environments, that needed forms are completed by the traveler/employee and filed with the PSMs prior to arrival/travel, and that each receives briefings regarding Creative’s requirements in the Security chapter in the HQ and Field Operations Manuals;
Support PSMs to ensure the protection of employees, assets, partners, facilities and Creative Sensitive Information (CSI);
Ensure security requirements are being met by all PSMs, including necessary assessments, plans, and communications with the HQ Security Department;
Contribute to the overall operation and performance of the PSMs, while advancing their goals and objectives;
Ensure proper liaison and sharing of information between projects and PSMs;
Advise HQ Security on the distribution of work among PSMs, including an analysis of skill levels, issues, solutions, etc.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

At least 5 years of security management experience in the context of international development, with a security company that had a relationship with firms similar to Creative;
At least 5 years’ management experience (i.e. role of PSM or similar);
Exceptional interpersonal skills with a service-oriented approach;
Ability to work independently and organize time effectively;
Ability to work in a team in both a leadership and member capacity;
Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
Excellent organizational skills, detail-orientated and flexible work style;
Prior experience with or knowledge of USAID and its internal operational structures and processes;
Successful experience and willingness to properly handle confidential and/or sensitive information;
Expertise with Microsoft Office software;
Appreciation of and ability to work effectively in diverse work environments;
Familiarity with Security, HR, financial, logistical, procurement and administrative systems;
Experience writing and implementing security policies, procedures and protocols.
Desired Skills & Qualifications:

Knowledge of USG business practices, such as AIDARs, DFARs, etc.;
Field-based security and crisis management experience;
Previous work experience in hostile, post-conflict environments;
Familiarity with international education, stability sector and/or democracy and governance, Creative’s core business lines.
Local and regional candidates strongly encouraged to apply.
Position contingent upon donor funding.
Only finalists will be contacted. No phone calls, please.


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She narrowly escaped

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Gifty

She's not going anywhere

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I hope Cocoice survives

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Gifty's hair

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Bae who is your favourite so far?

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Favourite housemate for this night = Tboss

Kemen taking out vexation on Tboss

UjSizzle:
Debbie appears to be the only one dancing here

Gifty is glued to the mirror. Tboss just joined her (I mean if you're a hopeless dancer, might as well admire yourself right? )

Marvin is still nursing her drink.

Debbie can dance for Africa....She's so flexible

Environmental Development and Family Health Organization (EDFHO) is a registered charitable, non-profit, humanitarian, non-governmental Organization established in 1998 with head office at Ado Ekiti, Ekiti State.
The organization presently works in about six states of Nigeria covering four geopolitical zones.

Environmental Development and Family Health Organization (EDFHO) is recruiting to fill the positions below:



Job Title: Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
Location: Kogi

Brief Position Description/Requirements
S/He will be responsible to Project Manager, and also sub report to EDFHO’s national M&E unit, coordinate household enrolment to establish a baseline for projects, design M&E work plan, collate, update and maintain all data obtain from field work into a database, keep record of all source document for verification of project accomplishment.
The M&E Officer shall liaise to provide support in mentoring, coaching and training of all LGA monitoring and evaluation focal persons, training community volunteers on data management.
S/He will hold a Degree in Statistics or Data related qualifications with at least two years experience in similar capacity.




Job Title: Nutrition Officer
Location: Kogi

Job Description
S/He will be responsible for identifying priority issues on nutrition within EDFHO’s project areas; train community care coordinators, volunteers, and care givers on providing adequate nutrition to their children base on locally available food sources.
Conduct nutritional baseline assessment for children, mentor and monitor programs with reference to nutrition.
Lead all training relating to Nutrition, attend the Nutrition community of practice meeting, lead the private sector linkages and attend core training on Nutrition and ensure information is disseminated and used in the field.
Relate with EDFHO’s technical team on issues regarding Nutrition in EDFHO project areas.

Qualifications
S/He must have a nursing degree/background, food & nutrition, or any other relevant degree with 2 years practical experience on the job.
Applicants MUST be computer literate and able to use basic computer packages effectively.




Job Title: Household Economic Strengthening Officer
Location: Kogi

Job Description
The HES officer will be responsible for conducting household vulnerability assessments for economic support, lead all training related to HES; attend the HES community of practice meeting; lead the private sector linkages and other forms of engagement with relevant stakeholders.
The HES officer will be responsible for developing and implementing activities under EDFHOs microcredit scheme.
Attend core trainings and ensure information is disseminated and use in the field. Relate and report to the project coordinator and sub report to program manager on issues regarding household economic strengthening.

Qualification
The desired candidate would be a graduate of Economics, Cooperative and rural development, Business administration, or related field. Practical experience and other qualifications will be an added advantage.



Job Title: Programme Manager
Location: Kogi

Responsibilities
S/He would be responsible to the Executive Director under the supervision of the Project Coordinator.
S/He will coordinate field activities and provide technical support for implementation of projects, assist the project coordinator to write and submit reports.
The PM manages partnerships with the LGA, SMWASD officers/welfare officers and community structure
Provide support to the finance team as well as support in mobilization of community support for EDFHO projects and stimulate community response towards achieving the desired project goals.
The PM will provide direct supervision to community care coordinator and volunteers.
S/He shall perform any other function as assigned by the Project Coordinator/Executive Director.

Requirements
The ideal candidate must have a Degree in Social Science or Public Health or a related field, with up to 5 years of direct involvement in community development work and proven record of leadership.
Candidate must be computer literate and able to use basic computer packages effectively.



How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their application with resume and a cover letter (not to exceed two pages) addressing each of the competency requirements for the desired position to: recruitment@edfhonigeria.org and hr@edfhonigeria.org using the position of interest as the subject of the mail.

Applications should be addressed to:
The Executive Director,
Environmental Development and Family Health Organization {EDFHO},
23A&B, Olorunsogo Street,
Opposite School of Nursing,
Ori-Apata, Off Iworoko Road,
Ado Ekiti,
Ekiti State.

Note:
Applicants MUST be computer literate and able to use basic computer packages effectively.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Application Deadline 4pm, 17th February, 2017.