Career Opportunities At SOS Children’s Villages Nigeria

Front Desk Officer

Job Specifications:

Full Time
Required Qualifications: BA/BSC/HND
Location: Abuja | Nigeria.
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Job Description:

The Front Desk Officer will contribute to the maintenance of a good corporate image and coordinate customer services; manage mail services; render assistance with documentation.
Work in close relationship with the Admin & Logistics Coordinator to provide administrative support to the National Office.
Grants access to visitors coming into the National Office facility
Attends to visitors in a courteous and professional manner.
Serves as a liaison between visitors and staff at the National Office
Attends to external phone calls to the National Office
Ensures the ambience at the front desk is kept clean and tidy

Qualifications and Requirements:

HND / B.Sc Degree in Business Administration or related disciplines
2 years proven experience in similar or related role within an INGO
Proficient in verbal and written English and a brilliant communicator with outstanding interpersonal and time management skills
Has a good knowledge of office management procedures
Excellent customer service and negotiation skills.
High sense of responsibility, accountability and dependability

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Administration & Logistics Officer

Job Specifications:

Full Time
Required Qualifications: BA/BSC/HND
Location: Plateau | Nigeria.
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Job Description:

The Administration and Logistics Officer will provide the location office with quality facility management; including liaising with heads of units/departments and staff to identify their facilities related requirements
Propose and manage cost-effective solutions; supporting the work of the Administration & Logistics Unit in service monitoring and supplier management, ensuring that the required standards are maintained
Provide Administrative support to enable departments to function effectively and efficiently
Supervise Drivers, cleaners and security personnel within the location
Coordinate and provide logistical support for Project activities, including travel arrangements, visas, field visits, and counterpart or IOR visits
Coordinate events such as conferences, workshops, seminars and meetings.
Ensures the location office and its environment is kept clean and tidy at all times
Ensures that the location’s facility management practices conform to standard Health, Safety and Environmental risk practices
Oversees and ensures the location office implements first-class maintenance, and management culture for all assets
Ensures effective inventory administration
Coordinates routine infrastructure and inventory audit

Qualification and Requirement:

HND / B.Sc Degree in Business Administration or related disciplines
2 years proven experience in a similar role preferably within an INGO.
Ability to work through stringent deadlines with acute attention to detail
High standards of integrity; professionalism and impartiality
Must be able to exhibit high level of confidentiality
Well-developed organizational and file management skills
Working knowledge of the global leading practices in facility management, fleet management, general administration, and supplier management
In-depth understanding of the global requirements regarding Safety, Health and Environment (HSE) in the work place
Deep understanding of the supplier selection process and the various suppliers available locally and internationally.
In-depth knowledge and understanding of administrative practices, principles and techniques
Ability to perform baseline record and bookkeeping functions

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Education & Health Coordinator

Job Specifications:

Full Time
Required Qualifications: BA/BSC/HND
Location: Abuja | Nigeria.
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Job Description:

The Education and Health Coordinator is responsible for organizing efforts in supporting the education and health-related interventions for programme beneficiaries (Family Strengthening and Alternative Care) in the programme locations.
The incumbent will be responsible for developing quality initiatives and reports for all the education and health interventions and ensures compliance with standards, rules, processes and procedures in the education and health interventions.
He/She is also responsible for ensuring that support and monitoring mechanisms are put in place to improve, develop and provide access to the educational and health needs of the children of our target group.
Work closely with the team, partners, government and beneficiaries to ensure coordination and appropriate community involvement in our programmes
Ensure project activities are consistent with SOS Children’s Villages programming principles and approaches, draw on relevant best practices and lessons learned, enable children to attain their rights and are compliant with donor regulations.
Organize training plans with the Program Manager and provide ongoing support to improve the capacity of the Community Mobilizers, Education Officers, and Facilitators based on the identified training needs
Plan, implement and monitor programming in within the planned time frame and in accordance with the operational strategy.
Conduct assessments as necessary to determine health and education needs in the community, with the support of the Programme Manager

Qualification and Requirement:

HND / B.Sc Degree in a relevant subject area, such as (Education Administration, Health Education, Health Sciences)
Minimum of 4 years relevant work experience in the field of Community Development or Social Services.
Understanding of child development issues, childcare and parenting; and relevant local and national laws, regulations and protocols
Awareness and understanding of social development issues, such as the local and national OVC situation, gender, education, health, HIV & AIDS
People and organizational development skills, including facilitation skills to build the capacities of co-workers, families and partner organizations
Collaboration skills, being driven to work with others and able to build strong partnerships with key stakeholders
Sound technical knowledge and strong competency in the field of Health, Education and Child development

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Internal Audit and Compliance Officer

Job Specifications:

Full Time
Required Qualifications: BA/BSC/HND
Location: Abuja | Nigeria.
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Job Description:

The Internal Audit and Compliance Officer will be responsible for the evaluation of the effectiveness of governance, risk management and control systems in SOS Children’s Villages by conducting regular internal Audit & Control reviews on the financial and programmatic activities of functions in the Nigeria National Office, and sub-offices where SOS Children’s Villages implements projects in Nigeria.
He/She will identify gaps and risks of non-compliance with policies, donor requirements & local laws with recommendations, and follow up on additional controls for the protection of the SOS Children’s Villages Nigeria’s programme’s assets, funds, reputation and compliance with applicable donor guidelines and policies.
Develop appropriate audit & compliance policies and methodologies
Ensure adequate assessment of risks and controls relating to SOS Children’s Villages’ activities and ensure compliance with established control procedures
Ensure periodic checks are conducted on program accounts, inventories and assets
Organise and oversee the audit & compliance process and ensure timely reporting within established quality levels and according to the audit plan
Ensure periodic inspection of all departments in accordance with regulatory requirements
Analyse and review the monthly financial management reports
Ensure that violations of operational procedures are properly investigated and make appropriate recommendations on preventive/remedial action
Liaise with the law enforcement agencies in the conduct of special investigations into incidences of fraud and other irregularities
Conduct periodic evaluation of the adequacy of internal controls and efficiency /effectiveness of operations
Participate in process improvement/redesign as well as systems implementation efforts to ensure adequate attention is given to control considerations
Initiate and conduct spot checks on financial transactions and activities
Assess quality of security and controls built into SOS Children’s Villages’ computer systems
Participate in disaster recovery exercises
Provide regular, accurate and objective reports/updates for management attention.

Qualification and Requirement:

HND / B.Sc Degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance or a related field in Social Science
Professional certifications e.g ACA, CIA, ICAN or CISA
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Finance, Accounts, Compliance or Audit
Minimum of 3 years working as an Auditor with an INGOs
Ability to establish good working relationships with stakeholders and partners, through impeccable communication, presentation and negotiation skills.
Demonstrated skills, knowledge and experience in auditing, internal audit standards, ethics and fraud awareness
Capacity to work collaboratively with staff in the interest of delivering internal audit and compliance functions.
Ability to lead and manage effective audit and investigations teams.
Understanding of the principles and application of good corporate governance, operational risk management, and effective controls.
Good knowledge of information systems auditing and security
Demonstrated superior understanding of operational dynamics

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Maintenance Officer

Job Specifications:

Full Time
Required Qualifications: OND
Location: Abuja | Nigeria.
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Job Description:

The overview of the role is to preserve the good condition and functionality of the location premises through varieties of maintenance activities like installation, painting, landscaping.
Survey, plan and facilitate the maintenance of facilities in the location.
Assist in the setup of ventilation, refrigeration and other systems and conduct repairs as necessary.
Perform manual repairs – locks, windows, etc and general upkeep procedures

Qualification and Requirement:

Diploma or certificate from an accredited institution
Minimum of 3 years proven experience in facility maintenance preferably within an INGO.
Basic understanding of electrical, installation, painting and general maintenance processes and methods
Working knowledge of tools, common appliances and devices as well as manual dexterity and problem-solving skills
Physical strength and good hand-eye coordination

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Community Development Officer

Job Specifications:

Full Time
Required Qualifications: BA/BSC/HND
Location: Edo | Nigeria.
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Job Description:

The Community Development Officer would be responsible for supporting the development and implementation of the Community Development Plans.
This position will also act as the focal person to support the key implementing partners in the development and the implementation of their CBO capacity development.
They will research and develop strategies for improving and ensuring the sustainability of all development initiatives for the CBOs and the communities within SOS Children’s Villages Nigeria locations.
Work with team members in coordinating and facilitating the implementation of program activities.
Attend regular meetings as scheduled and actively encourage and promote effective communication and strong working relationships within the team, local government, local leaders and the communities served.
Facilitate coordination meetings, advocacy meetings and awareness-raising sessions at the community level, together with community care providers
Ensure the community-based activities are conducted and follow up is done properly.
Improve quality of life of vulnerable groups through cost-effective, evidence-based locally appropriate interventions.
He/She will provide support in multi-sectoral advocacy movements through active engagement of the community, policy makers, and Government authorities at all levels.

Qualification and Requirement:

HND / B.Sc Degree in a relevant subject area, such as Guidance & Counseling, Community Development, Social works etc.
Minimum of 3 years similar work experience in the field of Community Development or Social Services in an INGO.
Understanding of child development issues, including knowledge of child rights, child protection, child welfare, childcare and parenting.
Sound understanding of relevant local and national laws, regulations and protocols.
Understanding of family development, community development, and sustainability of programme responses and outcomes.
Counselling skills, including ability to advice, influence and guide programme participants and other community members.

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Child Protection Officer

Job Specifications:

Full Time
Required Qualifications: BA/BSC/HND
Location: Lagos, Ogun, Plateau | Nigeria.
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Job Description:

The Child Protection Officer would be responsible for implementing community-based child protection activities in an SOS Children’s Villages Programme Location.
This position will be responsible for the prevention and response activities of the child protection program
He/she will work with the community and community-based child protection structures and system, psychosocial support activities, case management and promote children’s wellbeing
The officer will be responsible for ensuring the protection of children from harm or abuse.
He/she will contribute to creating a safer and protective school environment for children using the four main key elements of protection which are;
Prevention (e.g. positive, supportive, safe school culture, curriculum and pastoral opportunities for children);
Protection (by following the agreed procedures, ensuring all staff are trained and supported to respond appropriately and sensitively to safeguarding concerns);
Support (for all pupils, parents and staff, and where appropriate specific intervention for those who may be at risk of harm);
Working with parents and other agencies (to ensure appropriate communications and actions are undertaken).
Uphold the SOS Children’s Villages Child Safeguarding Policy and ensure the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse in the workplace and communities of intervention.
Identify gaps in service provision to children and proactively document, refer and advocate for those gaps to be filled to relevant authorities
He/she will closely work with the child protection stakeholders to ensure that they are addressing child protection concerns within their respective communities.

Qualification and Requirement:

HND / BSc Degree in social sciences or humanities (human rights, sociology, psychology or any related field)
Minimum of 2 years proven professional experience in Safeguarding, Development or Humanitarian Work
Understanding of child development issues, including knowledge of child rights, child protection, child welfare, childcare and parenting; and relevant local and national laws, regulations and protocols
Ability to manage sensitive information and be confidential and discrete.

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Case Management Officer

Job Specifications:

Full Time
Required Qualifications: BA/BSC/HND
Location: Abuja, Ogun, Plateau | Nigeria.
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Job Description:

The Case Management Officer will be support the Case Management Manger in the implementation of the Gate-keeping and Case Management processes and procedures in the SOS Children’s Villages Programme Location.
This role will ensure the provision of quality case management services for children in need of care and protection in order to improve their well-being.
The officer will work in close collaboration with co-workers in the Family Strengthening and Alternative Care units as well as relevant stakeholders in the community to ensure that the right target groups are admitted into any of our programmes.
He / She will ensure that hard copies of all cases documented are kept in safe and secured cabinets with locks and keys
He / She will regularly update documentation and maintain the database for all documented cases, plan of action and follow-up visits
He / She will ensure case management steps are followed, referrals and documentation are happening in an appropriate and timely manner
Maintain pro-active communication with all relevant internal units to highlight challenges, propose solutions and monitor trends that could indicate negative or positive implications for children
Be proactive in identifying opportunities to better support children through facilitating processes, systems, etc
Uphold the SOS Children’s Villages Child Safeguarding Policy and ensure the Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse in the workplace and communities of intervention

Qualification and Requirement:

HND / B.Sc Degree in a relevant subject area, such as (Clinical Psychology, Sociology)
Minimum of 3 years relevant work experience in the field of Community Development or Social Services.
Understanding of child development issues, including knowledge of child rights, child protection, child welfare, childcare and parenting; and relevant local and national laws, regulations and protocols
Awareness and understanding of social development issues, such as the local and national OVC situation, gender, education, health, HIV & AIDS
People and organizational development skills, including facilitation skills to build the capacities of co-workers, families and partner organizations
Collaboration skills, being driven to work with others and able to build strong partnerships with key stakeholders
Demonstrates understanding of working with children and particularly vulnerable children
Counselling skills, including ability to advice, influence and guide programme participants and other community members

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Policy & Advocacy Coordinator

Job Specifications:

Full Time
Required Qualifications: BA/BSC/HND
Location: Abuja, Lagos, Ogun, Plateau | Nigeria.
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Job Description:

The Policy and Advocacy Coordinator will contribute to policy development, technical analysis, background research, and content development, increase advocacy activity, including the provision of high-level policy advice, stakeholder engagement, and organize a wide range of activities to influence policies according to the scope of our programmes/projects priority areas.
This position acts as a key contact for government, non-government organizations, peak bodies and other stakeholders, contributes to the strategic direction of SOS Children’s Villages in Nigeria, and improves its profile by leveraging its expertise as a Child Care & Protection Organization.
The job role involves strategy development, research, monitoring and analyzing policy developments, information sharing, advocacy, networking and building relationships across a range of sectors (politics, policy making, child protection networks, international aid organizations, religious groups and structures, and academia).
He/she will develop policy and advocacy approaches, and will be responsible for providing high level policy analysis on a number of identified key issues
He/she will be responsible for identifying ways to address key institutional and partner capacity needs that will accelerate progress towards policy and advocacy goals
Provide leadership in the development of strategic plans and budgets for all Advocacy campaigns
Conduct engagements through existing platforms to strengthen strategic communications and stakeholder engagement
Determine communication methods that will generate global support required for reforms and accountability
Ensure that evidence-based data are generated for informed decision making and knowledge and lessons learned are effectively managed and shared
Coordinate activities and communicating same among a diverse set of stakeholders
Produce a wide range of high-quality written outputs for various audiences including well targeted policy briefings, and other outputs
Foster strong relationships and work closely with internal and external stakeholders in policy and advocacy work to keep abreast of key policy changes and relevant external issues, and to maximise their role as advocates for change
Ensure strong linkages with the Monitoring and Evaluations team so that advocacy and policy approaches are based on evidence
Contribute to quality program delivery and innovation in line with the documented plan
Analyse and provide programmatic inputs into financial reports
Development of short- and long-term governance and advocacy agendas
Collaborate with Management and support the analysis process, developing policy positions and programme strategies, establishing new networks and partnerships
Provide technical inputs into the design and implementation of project activities, development of advocacy strategies, delivery of capacity building activities, development and review of advocacy tools, conducting social mobilisation activities and development of relevant communication materials
Identifying technical working groups to partner with at the state and federal levels.

Qualification and Requirement:

Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field (Law, Political Science, International Affairs, Human Rights, Sociology, Psychology or any related field)
At least 5 years of proven professional experience in Policy & Advocacy (at national level will be an asset)
Experience with leading advocacy-related studies and researches, monitoring and analysing trends and developments in national and state-level child care legislation spaces.
Proven experience in developing project/campaign plans
Proven experience in handling Advocacy Campaigns in the NGO sector
Sound understanding of Policy Strategies and Analysis
Demonstrates high level of social-cultural sensitivity when dealing with stakeholders and colleagues
Excellent interpersonal skills including diplomacy and tact to liaise effectively with a range of stakeholders including NGO partners, community leaders, beneficiary’s key population and government officials
Understand Communication Strategies
Proven ability to develop workplans and implement same
Ability to identify advocacy opportunities
Ability to write policy documents.

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Youth Development Coordinator

Job Specifications:

Full Time
Required Qualifications: BA/BSC/HND
Location: Ogun | Nigeria.

Job Description:

The Youth Development Coordinator will support all Youth Development-related activities at the programme locations and will work with other Youth Development team members and Community Development workers in supporting key matters that affect the development of youths in the Programme location.
He/She will coordinate the effective planning (including budgeting), implementation, and monitoring of the youth programme activities, in accordance with the organization’s policies, strategies, and available resources.
This role will be responsible for ensuring a comprehensive range of high standards of Youth Welfare and Empowerment by:
- Encouraging independent entrepreneurship by inspiring young people to set up their own businesses
- Working with relevant stakeholders and the private sector to create fair and proper jobs
- Educating and coaching youths in skills that meet the demands of the local labor market.
Support the development of a strategy for SOS Children’s Villages, one that reflects needs, assets and programming direction that is in line with best practices in the fields of Education, Child Protection and Youth Livelihoods and creates synergies between different projects and programs
Work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure that child and youth protection issues are sufficiently integrated into all aspects of programming
He/She will develop and build on existing synergies with other programming areas, such as GBV, Economic Development, Health and Protection
Lead regular reviews of specified programs, make recommendations for improvements, and ensure lessons learned are documented and used to improve programs outcomes and approaches
Collaboration with protection, economic development and adolescent reproductive health programs to ensure cross-sectoral linkages and sound technical approaches
Effective networking and engagement with other actors and institutions designing, researching and implementing child-centred methodologies

Qualification and Requirement:

HND / B.Sc Degree in Business Development, Social Sciences, Youth & Community Development or related field.
Minimum of 5 years experience in youth business development work and business advisory; guidance and counselling of young people; entrepreneurs and/or small-medium enterprises (SMEs) or self-employments.
Good knowledge of Youth behavior and Youth social networks with demonstrated success in working with youth, particularly in group settings.
Good knowledge of Child/ Youth Development and programming with the ability to develop and implement curriculum for youth capacity building.
Ability to mentor and coach young people.
Familiar with designing and managing major donor projects and understanding of donor compliance.
Politically and culturally sensitive with qualities of patience, tact and diplomacy
Experience of working through systems of community participation and accountability.

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Driver

Job Specifications:

Full Time
Required Qualifications: OND
Location: Lagos | Nigeria
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Job Description:

The Driver is responsible for providing assistance in meeting administrative and logistics services by picking or dropping employees at scheduled destinations
Delivering important documents and goods to required destinations in a timely, safe and courteous manner.
He/she maintains the assigned vehicle[s] in compliance with regulations and performs related duties as may be assigned by the supervisor
Collaborates with other co-workers for the implementation of the location’s assignments.
Follows delivery/pickup instructions from dispatchers and supervisor in line with the Organizational requirements
Ensures the car assigned to him/her is kept clean at all times

Qualification and Requirement:

High School or Ordinary National Diploma
Proven work experience as a Driver, preferably within the NGO/INGO sector
A trade test certificate as a Mechanic is an added advantage
Have excellent organisational skills with attention to detail
Knowledge of the geography and culture of local regions of assignment
Ability to navigate road maps will be an added advantage
Physically fit and able to lift and move heavy objects

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Child Safeguarding Coordinator

Job Specifications:

Full Time
Required Qualifications: BA/BSC/HND
Location: Abuja, Lagos, Ogun, Plateau | Nigeria.
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Job Description:

The Child Safeguarding Coordinator will promote, coordinate and support the implementation of the Child Safeguarding Policy in SOS Children’s Villages and all its programmes in order to mitigate child safeguarding risks for children and young people who are directly and indirectly cared for and supported through SOS Children’s Villages programmes.
Oversee implementation of Child Safeguarding in all our care settings and projects ensuring that services are delivered on time, on budget and in compliance with donor regulations
He/she will be responsible for strengthening the child safeguarding implementation strategy and promote best practices in the SOS Children’s Villages alternative care programmes.
He/she will champion, support and develop strategic child safeguarding alliances for SOS Children’s Villages.
He/she will monitor, research and represent SOS Children’s Villages on child safeguarding issues in the communities.
The coordinator will train and develop relevant key stakeholders on child safeguarding matters.

Qualifications and Requirements:

HND / BSc Degree in Psychology, Social Works, Social Sciences, Forensic Science or other related areas.
At least 5 years of experience in the area of child safeguarding/protection and care for children and young people within the NGO sector.
Strong knowledge of Child Protection and Child’s Right and ability to work with multiple stakeholders, in a fast-paced environment
Ability to manage sensitive information and be confidential and discrete
Excellent knowledge and skills in child/youth/community resilience, psychosocial support, community/youth development and mobilization
Experience working with at-risk children
Proven capacity to coordinate, and coach staff in Child Protection skills and programme management
Experience of, and commitment to, working through systems of community participation and accountability.

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WASH Officer

Job Specifications:

Full Time
Required Qualifications: BA/BSC/HND
Location: Abuja, Ogun | Nigeria.
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Job Description:

The WASH Officer will lead and support the effective implementation of Water, Hygiene and Sanitation interventions in the programme.
The role holder will lead on the assessment and analysis of WASH situations of households and communities, the design of response mechanisms and the high-quality implementation of programmes
He/She is responsible for compiling regular action plans and quality programme reports.
The WASH Officer will also support the Humanitarian Response and contribute towards the smooth administration of the programme working mainly within the programme location but may have frequent contact with external partners.
The person is also responsible for monitoring WASH programmes, working in collaboration with other civil society organizations, local government, and other agencies (including active participation in the WASH cluster)
He/She will provide support in identifying and assessing the key needs of WASH facilities and services to be addressed and whom to engage and develop an appropriate implementation strategy to either construct, rehabilitate or repair such facilities.
He/She will support in ensuring that an engagement approach to working with communities and the local authorities, other partners is employed, and all activities are carried out in a way that is sensitive to community needs and promotes the full and equal participation of children and youth.
He/She will support implementation of hygiene promotion activities appropriate to the context to ensure that technical and social aspects of water and sanitation programming are integrated
The incumbent will support development of monthly, quarterly, semi- annual and end of projects reports on water supply and sanitation components of projects and ensure that the reports are prepared in a timely manner and in accordance with donors and SOS Children’s Villages requirements
He/She will maintain an up-to-date activity tracking tool (soft copies and hard copies) of all water supply and sanitation infrastructure-related activities.
He/She will support in contributing towards strengthening of integration of WASH programming with the other key SOS Children’s Villages program units

Qualification and Requirement:

HND / B.Sc Degree in Psychology, Social Works, Community Development, Social Work, Health Sciences or other related areas.
Minimum of 3 years relevant work experience in the field of Community Development or Social Services within the NGO sector
Understanding of child development issues, including knowledge of child rights, child protection, child welfare, childcare and parenting; and relevant local and national laws, regulations and protocols
Understanding of Community development and sustainability of programme responses and outcomes
Experience in community engagement approaches, participatory approaches and community negotiation
Ability to conduct community WASH needs assessment, program planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of WASH activities
Proven experience in implementing a large scale community-based water and sanitation project with evidence of successful implementation of similar projects

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Youth Development Officer

Job Specifications:

Full Time
Required Qualifications: BA/BSC/HND
Location: Ogun | Nigeria.
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Job Description:

The Youth Development Officer will support the Youth Coordinator in the effective implementation, and monitoring of the youth programme activities, in accordance with the organization’s policies, strategies, and available resources.
He/she will support in maintaining effective, professional relationships with training service providers and Youth participating on the programme.
He/She will work with relevant stakeholders including the private sector; to provide guidance, mentorship and counselling for young people to acquire the skills that meet the demands of the labor market and guide them during internships in starting up a promising business as Entrepreneurs.
The Youth Officer will also continually provide counseling services to youths to help them in their businesses or overcome challenges in the workplace.
Collaboration with protection, economic development and adolescent reproductive health programs to ensure cross-sectoral linkages and sound technical approaches
Effective networking and engagement with other actors and institutions designing, researching and implementing child-centred methodologies
Support the development of a strategy for SOS Children’s Villages, one that reflects needs, assets and programming direction that is in line with best practices in the fields of Education, Child Protection and Youth Livelihoods and creates synergies between different projects and programs
Monitor expenditures against the related component of all budgets, providing feedback on progress, and guidance on future spending

Qualification and Requirement:

HND / B.Sc Degree in Business Development, Social Sciences, Youth & Community Development or related field.
Minimum of 2 years experience in youth business development work and business advisory; guidance and counselling of young people; entrepreneurs and/or small-medium enterprises (SMEs) or self-employments.
Good knowledge of Youth behavior and Youth social networks with demonstrated success in working with youth, particularly in group settings.
Good knowledge of Child/ Youth Development and programming with the ability to develop and implement curriculum for youth capacity building
Ability to mentor and coach young people
Familiar with designing and managing major donor projects and understanding of donor compliance
Politically and culturally sensitive with qualities of patience, tact and diplomacy
Experience of working through systems of community participation and accountability

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Animal Husbandry Supervisor

Job Specifications:

Full Time
Required Qualifications: BA/BSC/HND
Location: Ogun | Nigeria.
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Job Description:

The incumbent will be responsible for day-to-day care, selective breeding and the raising of livestock.
He/She will monitor animal care, maintenance, or breeding; or packing and transfer activities to ensure work is done correctly.
He/She will train workers in animal care procedures, maintenance duties, and safety precautions.
He/She will ensure feeding and treatment of animals, and cleaning and maintenance of animal quarters.
Prepare reports concerning facility activities, employees’ time records, and animal treatment.
Establish work schedules and procedures.
Plan budgets and arrange for purchase of animals, feed, or supplies.
Consult with the Project Manager to determine production requirements, conditions of equipment and supplies, and work schedules.

Qualification and Requirement:

HND / BSc Degree in animal production, Veterinary Sciences with specialization in Ruminants breeding and production or any related field;
Relevant experience in the production and animal breeding technical assistance programmes or projects;
Relevant experience in food and nutrition security, agriculture and rural development
Minimum of 5 years similar proven experience within an INGO

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Regional Safety & Security Coordinator

Job Specifications:

Full Time
Required Qualifications: BA/BSC/HND
Location: Edo, Ogun | Nigeria.
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Job Description:

The Regional Safety & Security Coordinator assists in maintaining a safe and secure environment for SOS Children’s Villages employees, Children /Youths, visitors, and assets as well as maintaining regular communication with staff during field movement.
The Regional Safety & Security Coordinator is responsible for ensuring that appropriate systems and procedures are in place to maximize safety and security and that they are adhered to at all times.
He/She is responsible for supporting the locations in the Region to ensure that safety, security is mainstreamed into all field operations across his/her Region, and that high-quality information is available for decision-making.
Work with the Safety and Security Advisor to develop, consolidate, implement, and regularly review operating procedures and security plans across the Region.
Assist the Safety and Security Advisor to provide training(s) that may include Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Contingency Plans (CPs), Security Management, Incident Reporting, Prevention and Response Mechanisms, Health and Safety, Communications (including satellite phones), and risk/threat analysis
Initiate, review, and collate security incident reports for each field site in the region.
Implement, maintain, and regularly update the regional SOS Children’s Villages staff and visitors list, Security Communications Tree and SOPs as needed
In collaboration with the Travel Team, monitor movement and provide security guidance to regional staff on the current situation in operational areas.
Daily track and record all regional SOS Children’s Villages field movement within the Northern Region, maintain strong communication to report and record observations, information, and occurrences during staff movement
Regularly conduct regional field visits to assess field site compliance with safety and security procedure during field activities
Submit regular contextual updates (weekly/monthly situational reports) to the Safety and Security Advisor.
Work closely with regional SOS Children’s Villages field teams to ensure all incidents and accidents are follow up with an official written Incident Report, which is then shared with relevant stakeholders and filed appropriately

Qualification and Requirement:

HND / B.Sc Degree in Criminal Justice, Peace and Security Studies, Political Science, or a related-field in Social Science
Minimum of 5 years experience in the field of community engagement, risk management, safety and security management or other related fields.
Minimum of 3 years working in security management with INGOs or other organizations.
Completed formal security management training.
Knowledge of the geography and culture of local regions of assignment.
Ability to plan and organize work and write clear and concise reports and communicate effectively (both written and verbal).
Proven ability to read maps.

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Child and Family Development Officer

Job Specifications:

Full Time
Required Qualifications: BA/BSC/HND
Location: Abuja, Edo | Nigeria.
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Job Description:

The Child and Family Development Officer would be responsible for supporting the implementation of the Family Development Plans of families.
He/She is responsible for leading parenting and child development process for the children and the families in the project location. This includes individual home visits to each family to conduct assessment and provide hands-on support for parents, including issuing referrals for psychological support where necessary.
He/She will research and develop strategies for improving and ensuring the sustainability of all development initiatives for the families within SOS Nigeria locations.
Conduct/update situation analysis and assessments on Child and Family Development (CFD) related issues to establish evidence-based data to support holistic policy and program development and coordinated planning, implementation and monitoring of results of related programs/projects.
Contribute to the development/establishment of CFD plans program goals, objectives and strategies and results-based planning through research, collection, analysis and reporting of CFD related information/data for development planning and priority and goal setting.
Provide technical and operational support throughout all stages of programming processes by executing/administering a variety of technical, program, operational and administrative transactions, preparing related materials/documentations and complying with organizational processes and management systems, to support program planning, results-based planning (RBM) and monitoring and evaluating results.
Prepare required program documentation/materials/data to facilitate the program review and approval process.
Contribute significantly to the overall analysis, planning and development of the CFD plans
Monitor and report on the use of CFD plan resources (financial, administrative and other assets), verify compliance with approved allocation/goals, organizational rules, regulations/procedures and donor commitments, standards of accountability and integrity.
Report on critical issues/findings to ensure timely resolution by management/stakeholders.
Follow up on unresolved issues to ensure resolution
Strengthen the quality of the CFD plans through strategic use of global learning and evidence on child development

Qualification and Requirement:

HND / BSC Degree in a relevant subject area, such as Guidance & Counseling, Community Development, Social works etc
Minimum of 3 years similar work experience in the field of Community Development or Social Services in an INGO
Understanding of child development issues, including knowledge of child rights, child protection, child welfare, childcare and parenting; and relevant local and national laws, regulations and protocols
Understanding of family development and community development, and sustainability of programme responses and outcomes

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Programme Manager

Job Specifications:

Full Time
Required Qualifications: BA/BSC/HND
Location: Edo | Nigeria.
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Job Description:

The Program Manager will be responsible for leading the implementation of the project in SOS Children’s Village Programme in Edo.
He/She will be responsible for overall management of all components of the project, ensuring excellence and quality inputs at all stages.
Develop and lead capacity building efforts, including training and technical support, of stakeholders and frontline service providers to strengthen identification, protection, and support to victims of trafficking.
Lead capacity building efforts of children’s institutions within communities to strengthen identification, protection, and child-centered support to child victims of trafficking and other vulnerable children, ensuring that children are protected and cared for in line with their needs and best interests.
Ensure that technical guidance, tools, and SOPs are implemented in line with national guidelines, principles, and best practices, and adequately consider the unique needs of victims of trafficking.
Develop and maintain effective and productive working relationships with relevant government stakeholders, service providers, and partners in the field of counter-trafficking and child-friendly justice.
Monitor delivery of training, conferences and meetings, and ensure corrective actions are initiated and tracked when required.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned to ensure that goals and objectives of Child Protection projects are met.
Build relationships with agencies and organizations working on trafficking mitigation and response.

Qualification and Requirement:

HND / B.Sc Degree in a relevant subject area, such as Guidance & Counseling, Community development, Social works etc.
A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in a similar role in an INGO.
Proven experience in Anti Sex and Human trafficking.
Management experience will be an added advantage.
Previous experience working and coordinating with other stakeholders (police, shelter homes, other NGO’s, etc.).
Understanding of family development and community development, and sustainability of programme responses and outcomes.
Experience in the field of Human Trafficking services and/or prevention including prior experience with, or demonstrated commitment to, developing and implementing a collaborative approach to addressing the complex needs of trafficked victims.

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Case Manager

Job Specifications:

Full Time

Required Qualifications: BA/BSC/HND

Location: Edo | Nigeria.

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Job Description:

The Case Manager supports the direct implementation of the Gate-keeping and Case management processes and procedures in an SOS Children’s Villages Programme location by providing services for children in need of care and protection in addition to providing mentoring and technical support to the Community Case Workers.
He/she will ensure the quality of case management response to beneficiaries to support their well-being (including mental health) and protection.
The Case Manager will also work closely with all programme units (Family Strengthening and Alternative Care), Zonal Representatives and Community Case Workers, Community Mobilisers, Education Officers, and the Child Protection Focal persons to ensure that the right target groups are admitted into any of our programmes.
Be responsible for providing social services in line with key child protection principles including best interests of the child, confidentiality, do no harm and child participation
The Case Manager will be independent, responsible for ensuring case action plans and relevant administrative processes that facilitate accountability & planning are updated on a daily and weekly basis;
The Case Manager will commit to maintaining excellent documentation of case management files in line with relevant processes
He / She will assume full responsibility to assessing the level of risk that a child is exposed to, and immediately report any cases that could evolve into high-risk cases to his/her direct line Manager
Maintain pro-active communication with all relevant internal units to highlight challenges, propose solutions and monitor trends that could indicate negative or positive implications for children
Be proactive in identifying opportunities to better support children through facilitating processes, systems, etc
Uphold the SOS Children’s Villages Child Safeguarding Policy and ensure the Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse in the workplace and communities of intervention.

Qualifications and Requirements:

HND / BSc Degree in a relevant subject area, such as (Clinical Psychology, Sociology)
Minimum of 5 years relevant work experience in the field of Community Development or Social Services.
Experience in Project Management, Monitoring and Evaluation
Understanding of child development issues, including knowledge of child rights, child protection, child welfare, childcare and parenting; and relevant local and national laws, regulations and protocols
Awareness and understanding of social development issues, such as the local and national OVC situation, gender, education, health, HIV & AIDS
People and organizational development skills, including facilitation skills to build the capacities of co-workers, families and partner organizations
Collaboration skills, being driven to work with others and being able to build strong partnerships with key stakeholders
Demonstrates understanding of working with children and particularly vulnerable children
Counselling skills, including the ability to advise, influence and guide programme participants and other community members.

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Human Resources & Organizational Development Manager

Job Specifications:

Full Time
Required Qualifications: MBA/MSC/MA
Location: Abuja | Nigeria.
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Job Description:

The eligible candidate is required to possess the under listed skills in addition to role specific requirements:

Understanding the NGO/INGO sector
Excellent understanding of children’s rights and child protection issues
Awareness and basic understanding of issues affecting orphans & vulnerable children, such as the causes of vulnerability (e.g. HIV & AIDS, gender discrimination, poverty, etc.), local and national responses, etc.
Excellent command of written and spoken English – other languages, an asset
Strong analytical and reporting skills, including ability to identify problems and possible solutions, and ability to clearly reflect these in a report.
Good communication skills and People development skills, including facilitation, coaching and mentoring skills, to build the capacities of co-workers from partner organizations; as well as of children and their care-givers, and other community members
Collaboration skills, being driven to work with others and able to build strong working relationships community members and groups
Fluent in at least one of the local languages spoken in the Programme’s target communities
Ability and willingness to travel as required within and between project/programme locations
Ability to work successfully in a cross-cultural, team-based environment
Strong use of MS Office Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Office 365.

Position Summary

The Human Resource & Organizational Development (HROD) Manager will oversee, communicate and implement HR plans & policies.
He / she will ensure delivery of HR operations to support the development of the National Association, manage & administer Recruitment, Orientation, Compensation & Benefits, Performance Management, Staff Development and other HR activities.
The HROD Manager will lead the development of National HR strategies, plans & budgets that support the NA’s strategic objectives and ensure full implementation of defined HR standards and good practices.
He / She will advise on organizational & job design/redesign to support the Association’s changing strategic priorities. Build a strong and aligned human resource base within the National Association to ensure that organizational objectives can be fully supported
He / She will promote the application of organizational values, legal and ethical standards, and good management practices
The HROD Manager will support the development of a stable, committed and high-performing workforce by implementing a functional Performance Management Framework
He / She is responsible for ensuring that proper background checks are conducted during the recruitment process for co-workers to align with the Child Safeguarding/Child Protection Policy in the Organization.

Qualification and Requirement:

A Master’s Degree in Human Resources / Organization Development / Business Administration, Public Administration or any other related field.
At least 10 years of experience in a generalist HR Management and relevant operational services as well as strong technical knowledge in Organizational Development
Minimum of 7 years managerial or senior advisory experience
Excellent competency in Human Resources and organization development process management, individual and organizational capacity assessment & building and organizational learning skills
Strong experience in HROD policy and strategy review and development
Good grasp of and experience in change management, organizational design and restructuring processes
Strong experience in compensation and benefits management processes is essential
Strong communication, presentation, planning, priority setting, analytical and creativity skills.

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Biogas Digester Supervisor

Job Specifications:

Full Time
Required Qualifications: BA/BSC/HND
Location: Ogun | Nigeria.
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Job Description:

This position will design and supervise technical aspects of the work of trained Biodigesters masons.
Provide stakeholder training during construction and at commissioning; demonstration of slurry field application including information on mixing ratios, quantities and frequency of application for common crops at each target site and carry out research and development initiatives.
Explore and advise on potential packaging of biogas and bio-slurry among farmers and other biodigesters users in the locality;
Monitoring and reporting on uptake and sales of biodigesters technology.
Promote and market biodigester technology and implement Quality Control and Enforcement (QCE) procedure.

Qualification and Requirement:

HND / B.Sc Degree in Agricultural Engineering or any relevant discipline.
At least 5 years direct experience in designing, constructing and quality control of biogas digester technology.
Demonstrated experience and work conducted on similar projects within an INGO.

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Crop Supervisor

Job Specifications:

Full Time
Required Qualifications: BA/BSC/HND
Location: Ogun | Nigeria.
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Job Description:

The Crop Supervisor will coordinate activities of agricultural crop or horticultural workers such as cultivation, irrigation, harvesting of crops, product packaging and equipment maintenance.
Train workers in techniques such as planting, harvesting, weeding, or insect identification and in the use of safety measures.
Inspect crops and fields to determine maturity, yield, infestation, or work requirements, such as cultivating, spraying, weeding, or harvesting.
Maintain inventories of materials, equipment, or products
Directs or assists in adjustment, repair, and maintenance of farm machinery and equipment
Prepares periodic reports regarding farm conditions, crop yields, machinery breakdowns, or labor problems
Maintains operational records.

Qualification and Requirement:

HND / BSc Degree in Agricultural Science or any related field;
Relevant experience in the crop production and technical assistance programmes or projects;
Relevant experience in food and nutrition security, agriculture and rural development
Minimum of 5 years similar proven experience within an INGO.

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Education & Health Coordinator

Job Specifications:

Full Time
Required Qualifications: BA/BSC/HND
Location: Abuja | Nigeria.
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Job Description:

The Education and Health Coordinator is responsible for organizing efforts in supporting the education and health-related interventions for programme beneficiaries (Family Strengthening and Alternative Care) in the programme locations.
The incumbent will be responsible for developing quality initiatives and reports for all the education and health interventions and ensures compliance with standards, rules, processes and procedures in the education and health interventions.
He/She is also responsible for ensuring that support and monitoring mechanisms are put in place to improve, develop and provide access to the educational and health needs of the children of our target group.
Work closely with the team, partners, government and beneficiaries to ensure coordination and appropriate community involvement in our programmes
Ensure project activities are consistent with SOS Children’s Villages programming principles and approaches, draw on relevant best practices and lessons learned, enable children to attain their rights and are compliant with donor regulations.
Organize training plans with the Program Manager and provide ongoing support to improve the capacity of the Community Mobilizers, Education Officers, and Facilitators based on the identified training needs
Plan, implement and monitor programming in within the planned time frame and in accordance with the operational strategy.
Conduct assessments as necessary to determine health and education needs in the community, with the support of the Programme Manager

Qualification and Requirement:

HND / B.Sc Degree in a relevant subject area, such as (Education Administration, Health Education, Health Sciences)
Minimum of 4 years relevant work experience in the field of Community Development or Social Services.
Understanding of child development issues, childcare and parenting; and relevant local and national laws, regulations and protocols
Awareness and understanding of social development issues, such as the local and national OVC situation, gender, education, health, HIV & AIDS
People and organizational development skills, including facilitation skills to build the capacities of co-workers, families and partner organizations
Collaboration skills, being driven to work with others and able to build strong partnerships with key stakeholders
Sound technical knowledge and strong competency in the field of Health, Education and Child development

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Psychologist

Job Specifications:

Full Time
Required Qualifications: BA/BSC/HND
Location: Lagos | Nigeria.
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Job Description:

The Psychologist will support in evaluating children who are experiencing emotional difficulties and provide a treatment plan.
He/she will support to assess the child to determine the problem, develop a therapeutic strategy and meet with the child in a therapeutic setting.
His/her job will include education, guidance and support for families – working with parents individually and in groups to teach parents proactive behavioral prevention strategies.
He/She will work with care-givers and relevant stakeholders to ensure the holistic development of children and youth.
Collaborate with relevant childcare duty-bearers on developmental and protection of children and youth in our sector.
Support in the design and implementation of child and youth care programmes of SOS Children’s Villages.
Monitor trends and research best practices in the field of child/youth care for impact
Ensure data confidentiality, ownership of project beneficiaries and SOS Children’s Villages.
Guarantee the confidentiality of clinical interviews / individual or group counselling
Identify and implement relevant and innovative quality interventions, respecting SOS Children’s Villages strategy, international standards and national policies.

Qualification and Requirement:

HND / BSC Degree in Pscychology or related field
Minimum of 5 years’ experience as Counselling psychologist/ Mental Health
At least 5 years working experience in an NGO
Good knowledge of Social/Development work
Counselling skills, including ability to advice, influence and guide programme participants and other community members
Understanding of child development issues, including knowledge of child rights, child protection, child welfare, childcare and parenting.

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National Maintenance Coordinator

Job Specifications:

Full Time
Required Qualifications: BA/BSC/HND
Location: Abuja | Nigeria.
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Job Description:

The National Maintenance Coordinator will oversee and lead maintenance procedures and actions at SOS Children’s Villages in Nigeria.
He/She is responsible for a variety of tasks related to maintaining and improving the organization’s facilities and equipment
Carry out periodic inspections to determine repairs needed.
Liaise with service providers to perform regular inspections of equipment and fix faults in line with laid-down procurement policy.
He/She will communicate and support the maintenance, record keeping and performance tracking of equipment in the National Office
Carry out minor repairs of office equipment and facilities such as furniture, equipment, electrification, plumbing, etc.
He/She will technically supervise the programme locations’ Maintenance Officers on major faults and maintenance needs.

Qualification and Requirement:

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Architecture, Electrical Engineering, Facility Management or related field.
Courses in mechanical drawing, woodworking, electricity, and blueprint reading, would be advantageous.
5 years proven experience in a similar role preferably within an INGO.
Relevant licenses and certificates will be required.
Physical strength and good hand-eye coordination

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