Project Support Officer (Local Government Technical Support) at United Purpose (UP) – 6 Openings

United Purpose is inviting credible applicants who are willing to partake in its ongoing recruitment to fill the position below:

Job Title: Project Support Officer (Local Government Technical Support)

Locations: Bauchi, Jigawa and Ogun (Inter LGA travel required)
Slots: 6 Openings (2 Per state)
Employment Type: Fulltime, Contract
Unit: Programme
Sub Unit: WASH Programme
Duration of Contract: One year with a yearly renewal of contract subject to performance and continued availability of funds
Expected Start Date: February 2023 (depending on donor’s decision)

 About United Purpose: United Purpose (UP) is an international development organisation that works to sustainably reduce poverty and improve the lives of some of the world’s poorest communities. Established in 1976, the organisation has nine country programmes in Africa, Asia & South America.
In Nigeria, UP has been working for almost two decades with local partners and rural communities in the country’s South East. We implement projects funded by major international donors that aim to address gender inequalities and rights abuses, improve sanitation and access to water, foster accountability, preserve vital ecosystems and develop sustainable livelihoods..

Job Requirements

• At least a Diploma in Public Health, Sanitation Engineering, Rural Development, Social Sciences or field related to WASH.
• Commitment to United Purpose’s Vision, Mission and Values.
• Knowledge and understanding of working with LGAs and community-based organisations.
• Strong experience and understanding of the Nigerian WASH sector and the state landscape/priorities.

Experience:

• Two (2) to three (3) years of relevant experience in sanitation projects, funded by international donors, including expertise in technical reporting.
• Demonstrable knowledge and experience in implementing Market-Based Sanitation (MBS) projects. Or other related market-based projects.
• Relevant knowledge and experience in Community-Led Total Sanitation (CLTS) programming.
• Good experience with implementing Menstrual Health and Hygiene projects in schools and communities.
• Good experience and understanding of WASH in Schools (WiNs) interventions.
• Strong experience in report writing.
• Proven track record of capacity building/training for stakeholders, including at the community level and for local institutions.
• Solid knowledge and understanding of community-based approaches to development.

Skills:

• Excellent planning, coordination, and prioritisation skills
• Strong facilitation, diplomatic, and interpersonal skills
• Good command of the English language and written and verbal fluency.
• Good knowledge of the local language of the LGA.
• Excellent communication and team-working skills with the ability to build good relations, both internally and externally.
• Experience with data collection and management.
• Good computer knowledge with command of MS Office
• Ability to facilitate training for community-based organisations and government stakeholders
• Ability to work in a multicultural, diverse and performance-related environment
• A proactive approach to problem-solving
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction

How to Submit Your Application

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter to: [email protected] using the Job Title and Preferred Location (when applicable) as the subject of the mail.

Important Information
In the cover letter, please ensure to explain the following:

• Why you are applying for the position
• How do your skills and experience meet the person’s specification
• When you would be able to take up the position if it were offered to you

Note

• You are recommended to apply early, as applications will be assessed as they are received.
• Only shortlistedcandidates will be contacted.
• United Purpose is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against applicants on the basis of gender, religion, ethnicity, age, disability, religion or sexual orientation.
• United Purpose also has a Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults Policy, which reflects our commitment to protecting the people with whom we work.
• All candidates will be expected to comply with this policy and its procedures.

 Application Closing Date
4th December, 2022.