Program Officer

DAI works on the frontlines of international development. Transforming ideas into action-action into impact. We are committed to shaping a more livable world.We tackle fundamental social and economic development problems caused by inefficient markets, ineffective governance, and instability. We work with a wide range of clients, including national and local governments, bilateral and multilateral donors, private corporations, and philanthropies.

Since 1970, we have worked in more than 150 countries-delivering results across the spectrum of international development contexts, from stable societies and high-growth economies to challenging environments racked by political or military conflict.Job Summary

The Program Officer will provide technical support and assist in the implementation and coordination of program activities, particularly for multi-sectoral partnerships, capacity development to local partners, and M&E activities in the target cities.
S/he will assist in the development of work plans, support the team and management to ensure adherence to proposed budget as well as to build and maintain relationships with local communities.

Role Responsibilities
The Program’s officer responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Working closely with the Technical Director, build and maintain partnerships and relationships with program partners, such as non-profits, federal agencies and community organizations, in order to expand resources, raise funding and educate the public about the work of the project.
Participate in the development of project Implementation Plan, training manual/curricula and other various standard operational procedures (SoP).
Assist in developing and monitoring annual work plans, program initiatives and budget development including coordination and operationalization of YPE4AH project result framework.
Support effective project management, coordination and provide support to partners on the project implementation procedure, data management and effective financial management.
Provide support as needed, the preparation and timely submission of detailed reports by the partners on project activities on a quarterly and annual basis in compliance with project requirements.
Support the development of annual, quarterly donor and government report writing including management and updates.
Participate in project monitoring and supportive supervision to partners, project sites and communities.
Provide support to government and key stakeholders to ensure community buy in and sustainability of the YPE4AH activities.
Support, as needed, the mobilization of private partners’ support for activities.
Assist in collection of data to inform and support Monitoring, Evaluation, Learning and Research related activities.
Represent the YPE4AH Health project at various meetings, technical working groups and relevant forums.
In collaboration with DAI Nigeria’s Strategic Communications team, manage and produce program content for program website and activities as required.
Provide support to all program activities for the state office

Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences or related field
Minimum of 5 years’ professional work experience on a U.S Government funded project will be preferred and an added advantage
Demonstrated project management experience including budget development, event planning, coordinating multiple partners and stakeholders
Demonstrated strength and experience in writing technical reports
Excellent written and oral communications skills; fluency in English language is essential
Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Strong critical thinking skills, ability to solve problems and resourcefulness
Demonstrated ability to work within a team environment
Strong computer skill in MS Office Suite is required
Fluency in local language will be an added advantage
Understand cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality, and age sensitivity and adaptability of the states (Lagos or Kano).

Language:

Fluency in the English language is required. Knowledge of the Hausa language is an advantage.

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