Position Title: Grants & Communications Coordinator
Location: Maiduguri
Supervisor: Response Coordinator
Project Description:
Northeast Nigeria is currently facing a growing humanitarian crisis with a vast number of Internally Displaced Persons in need of emergency assistance. These IDPs are living among host communities, lacking access to livelihoods and resources, ultimately leading to unprecedented levels of malnutrition and food insecurity. FHI 360 has been working in Nigeria for over 30 years and is now expanding activities in Borno state to respond to the IDP crisis.
FHI 360 is expanding its expertise by responding to this humanitarian crisis through integrated multisectoral interventions.
Basic Function
S/he will be responsible for managing all programmatic documentation and writing required to support project(s). Writing weekly situation reports, formal and informal donor reports, reports for host government, data reporting to the donor, external communication pieces for websites, writing concept notes, proposal and project modifications.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Participate in project start-up and implementation activities in resource-scarce humanitarian emergencies and program development initiatives and serve as a point of contact between the project team and headquarters (HQ) staff. Develop concept notes and unsolicited proposals for United States Agency for International (USAID) and/or Bureau of Humanitarian Assistance (BHA), and other potential funders, including the gathering and editing of technical sections, compiling budget inputs, and ensuring swift submission in line with donor regulations and the organization's business development procedures. Responsible for donor communications as assigned by Response Coordinator, including formal and informal reporting, and developing communication products for the organization Corporate Communications Department. Ensure field offices have appropriate processes in place to identify and archive audit- relevant project documentation. Support routine audit activities as required. Contribute to and coordinate with inter-agency human resources and administration working groups while on assignment. Work with the director of the project team and home office support staff to develop protocols to standardize the project's approach to the scale up of programs in an emergency and/or in development phase. This may include the development of new staff orientation manuals, compliance and regulation assessment checklists, and corresponding training materials for staff. Prepare and submit weekly, monthly, semi-annual, and annual program reports on time as per Donor Guidelines, Researches, writes, and edits a broad range of communications that promote the activities of the organization. Develops and implements communications and public relations strategies to promote and publicize a variety of departmental projects, services, and programs. Provides consultative review and editing to internal customerโs communications to ensure accuracy and clarity of message and tone. Develops internal newsletters, memos, and intranet content for the company. Assists unit lead in meeting specific unit deliverables, including planning and budget assistance. Work with monitoring and evaluation team for data collection and analysis. Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities:
Working proficiency with relevant USAID/BHA or other applicable policies and regulations. Operational familiarity with international humanitarian architecture and core coordination processes for large-scale emergencies. Promote Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) standards and Red Cross and NGO Code of Conduct. Excellent verbal and written English skills required. Knowledge of international donor procurement regulations and United Nations (UN) coordination experience essential; expertise with fraud detection and investigation techniques necessary. May work in insecure locations with minimal infrastructure or amenities. Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English.
Qualifications and requirements:
- BS/BA in Business Administration, Communications, Human Resources Management, or related field with 7 โ 9 years of relevant experience.
- Or MS/MA degree in Business Administration, Communications, Human Resources Management, or related field with 5 โ 7 years relevant experience.
- Typically requires 5-8 years of writing, editing, and publications experience.
- Excellent writing, editing, communication and presentation skills as well as familiarity with fundamentals of external communication in a humanitarian context are essential.
- Has sensitivity to cultural diversity and understanding of the political, contextual, and ethical issues in assigned areas.
- Ability to provide clear messages on complex issues.
- Must be articulate, professional, and able to adjust communication methods based on the audience.
- Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English.
- Prior work experience in a non-governmental organization (NGO)
Typical Physical Demands:
- Typical office environment. Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time; ability to lift 5-50 lbs.
Technology to be Used:
- Personal Computer, Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), e-mail, telephone, printer, calculator, copier, cell phones, PDAs and other hand held devices.
Travel Requirements:
- Less than 10%
SAFEGUARDING:
FHI 360 is committed to provide a safe environment for all employees, beneficiaries and anyone contracted by FHI 360. This Includes taking measures to protecting vulnerable people from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA) by either FHI 360 employees or associated personnel. FHI 360 abides by child safeguarding principles. FHI 360โs Safeguarding Policies apply and flow out to all FHI 360 staff, board members, volunteers, and partner staff (subcontractors, consultants, vendors, and subrecipients), regardless of the funding mechanism or amount of contract, agreement, or purchase order.
Position Title: Grants & Communications Coordinator
Location: Maiduguri
Supervisor: Response Coordinator
Project Description:
Northeast Nigeria is currently facing a growing humanitarian crisis with a vast number of Internally Displaced Persons in need of emergency assistance. These IDPs are living among host communities, lacking access to livelihoods and resources, ultimately leading to unprecedented levels of malnutrition and food insecurity. FHI 360 has been working in Nigeria for over 30 years and is now expanding activities in Borno state to respond to the IDP crisis.
FHI 360 is expanding its expertise by responding to this humanitarian crisis through integrated multisectoral interventions.
Basic Function
S/he will be responsible for managing all programmatic documentation and writing required to support project(s). Writing weekly situation reports, formal and informal donor reports, reports for host government, data reporting to the donor, external communication pieces for websites, writing concept notes, proposal and project modifications.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Participate in project start-up and implementation activities in resource-scarce humanitarian emergencies and program development initiatives and serve as a point of contact between the project team and headquarters (HQ) staff. Develop concept notes and unsolicited proposals for United States Agency for International (USAID) and/or Bureau of Humanitarian Assistance (BHA), and other potential funders, including the gathering and editing of technical sections, compiling budget inputs, and ensuring swift submission in line with donor regulations and the organization's business development procedures. Responsible for donor communications as assigned by Response Coordinator, including formal and informal reporting, and developing communication products for the organization Corporate Communications Department. Ensure field offices have appropriate processes in place to identify and archive audit- relevant project documentation. Support routine audit activities as required. Contribute to and coordinate with inter-agency human resources and administration working groups while on assignment. Work with the director of the project team and home office support staff to develop protocols to standardize the project's approach to the scale up of programs in an emergency and/or in development phase. This may include the development of new staff orientation manuals, compliance and regulation assessment checklists, and corresponding training materials for staff. Prepare and submit weekly, monthly, semi-annual, and annual program reports on time as per Donor Guidelines, Researches, writes, and edits a broad range of communications that promote the activities of the organization. Develops and implements communications and public relations strategies to promote and publicize a variety of departmental projects, services, and programs. Provides consultative review and editing to internal customerโs communications to ensure accuracy and clarity of message and tone. Develops internal newsletters, memos, and intranet content for the company. Assists unit lead in meeting specific unit deliverables, including planning and budget assistance. Work with monitoring and evaluation team for data collection and analysis. Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities:
Working proficiency with relevant USAID/BHA or other applicable policies and regulations. Operational familiarity with international humanitarian architecture and core coordination processes for large-scale emergencies. Promote Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) standards and Red Cross and NGO Code of Conduct. Excellent verbal and written English skills required. Knowledge of international donor procurement regulations and United Nations (UN) coordination experience essential; expertise with fraud detection and investigation techniques necessary. May work in insecure locations with minimal infrastructure or amenities. Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English.
Qualifications and requirements:
- BS/BA in Business Administration, Communications, Human Resources Management, International affairs, Deveor related field with 7 โ 9 years of relevant experience.
- Or MS/MA degree in Business Administration, Communications, Human Resources Management, Social science, Human rights, Humanitarian/ Development studies or related field with 5 โ 7 years relevant experience.
- Typically requires 5-8 years of writing, editing, and publications experience.
- Excellent writing, editing, communication and presentation skills as well as familiarity with fundamentals of external communication in a humanitarian context are essential.
- Has sensitivity to cultural diversity and understanding of the political, contextual, and ethical issues in assigned areas.
- Ability to provide clear messages on complex issues.
- Must be articulate, professional, and able to adjust communication methods based on the audience.
- Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English.
- Prior work experience in a non-governmental organization (NGO)
Typical Physical Demands:
- Typical office environment. Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time; ability to lift 5-50 lbs.
Technology to be Used:
- Personal Computer, Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), e-mail, telephone, printer, calculator, copier, cell phones, PDAs and other hand held devices.
Travel Requirements:
- Less than 10%
SAFEGUARDING:
FHI 360 is committed to provide a safe environment for all employees, beneficiaries and anyone contracted by FHI 360. This Includes taking measures to protecting vulnerable people from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA) by either FHI 360 employees or associated personnel. FHI 360 abides by child safeguarding principles. FHI 360โs Safeguarding Policies apply and flow out to all FHI 360 staff, board members, volunteers, and partner staff (subcontractors, consultants, vendors, and subrecipients), regardless of the funding mechanism or amount of contract, agreement, or purchase order.
This job posting summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.
FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
Our values and commitments to safeguarding: FHI 360 is committed to preventing any type of abuse, exploitation and harassment in our work environments and programs, including sexual abuse, exploitation and harassment. FHI 360 takes steps to safeguard the welfare of everyone who engages with our organization and programs and requires that all personnel, including staff members and volunteers, share this commitment and sign our code of conduct. All offers of employment will be subject to appropriate screening checks, including reference, criminal record and terrorism finance checks. FHI 360 also participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme (MDS), facilitated by the Steering Committee for Humanitarian Response. In line with the MDS, we will request information from job applicantsโ previous employers about any substantiated findings of sexual abuse, exploitation and/or harassment during the applicantโs tenure with previous employers. By applying, job applicants confirm their understanding of these recruitment procedures and consent to these screening checks.
FHI 360 will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.
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- Less than 10%
- Personal Computer, Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), e-mail, telephone, printer, calculator, copier, cell phones, PDAs and other hand held devices.
- Typical office environment. Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time; ability to lift 5-50 lbs.
- Less than 10%
- Personal Computer, Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), e-mail, telephone, printer, calculator, copier, cell phones, PDAs and other hand held devices.
- Typical office environment. Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time; ability to lift 5-50 lbs.