JOB VACANCIES:
Sokoto State citizens will be given priority in filling the listed positions.
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENTS: To be closed on 21st November 2011.
OVERVIEW: Partners for Development (PFD) is an international non-profit organization with a mission to work with undeserved populations to improve quality of life. PFD is implementing an Expanded Access to Services for Agricultural Enterprises (EASE) Project funded through USAID, and is seeking candidates for the following positions in Sokoto
POST TITLE: State Program Manager
The position will be based in Sokoto, Sokoto State with travel necessary,
The successful applicant will report to PFD Country Program Director.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- The State Program Manager will direct, execute, monitor and supervise all projects (programmatic and financial) in PFD’s Sokoto field office,
- He/She will ensure that project meets expectations as well as objectives of donor, PFD and partners (including microfinance institutions and other community-based groups) and constructively engage state-level stakeholders, particularly the government.
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:
- A degree in social sciences and minimum level of five (5) years experience in a development related field of which two (2) years must be in a management position,
- Previous work experience with international organizations and knowledge of USAID, USDA and other international donors will be of advantage,
- Strong leadership, communication/writing and analytical skills are desired.
POST TITLE: Program Officer
The position will be based in Sokoto, Sokoto State with travel necessary.
The successful applicant will report to the State Program Manager.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- The Program Officer will oversee field level implementation of the project in line with PFD’s guidelines to ensure overall objectives of PFD’s project activities are achieved,
- He/She will execute the completion of the project according to set standards and in line with project schedule.
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:
- A degree in agriculture or social sconces and minimum of three (3) years previous experience within a programming department of a development agency,
- Strong communication, including computer literacy as well as writing skills are desired.
POST TITLE: Bookkeeper
The position will be based in Sokoto, Sokoto State and reports to the State Program Manager.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- The Bookkeeper will provide financial and accounting support to PFD’s Sokoto State program and its partners in the implementation of the project,
- He/She will maintain financial records and prepare and submit financial reports.
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:
- A degree or higher national diploma in accounting and minimum of two (2) years relevant work experience in a development agency,
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Excel,
- Knowledge of QuickBooks will be added advantage.
TO APPLY:
E-mail succinct cover letter highlighting relevant experience and date of availability with CV of no longer than three pages in one Microsoft Word document. Please also indicate which position you are applying for include your e-mil address and mobile phone number and send to: pfdngrecruitment@gmail.com close on Monday, 21st November, 2011.
NOTE: Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
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