Programme Officer at TAF Africa

TAF Africa is an independent non-governmental/not-for profit organization originally established to promote health, socio-economic rights, well-being, and empowerment of persons with albinism. The organization has since evolved to become a focus organization that advocates for the recognition and respect of the rights, socio-economic and political inclusion of persons with disabilities and other vulnerable groups in Nigeria and the around the World. The foundation contributes to legislative and policy action that promotes the rights of PWDs, and effective mainstreaming of inclusion.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Programme Officer

Location: Central Business District, Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Contract
Reports to: Senior Programme Officer / Programme Manager

Job Purpose

• The Programme Officer supports the Programmes Unit in the operations of the Programme team in ways that promote the organisation’s programmatic focus.
• The jobholder assists in organising and coordinating programmes and provides strategic guidance to the team by conceptualising, designing, and implementing programmes in furtherance of the organisation’s vision.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and execution of program strategies and plans.
• Assist to coordinate activities and tasks related to program implementation.
• Handle administrative tasks such as scheduling meetings, maintaining records, and preparing reports.
• Ensure effective communication within the program team and with external stakeholders.
• Support the planning and execution of projects within the program.
• Monitor project timelines and milestones, providing updates to the Programme Manager.
• Assist in building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders, including partners, government agencies, and community organizations.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration between the program team and stakeholders.
• Support budgeting and financial management activities under the guidance of the Programme Manager.
• Monitor program expenses and contribute to financial reporting.
• Contribute to regular assessments to measure program effectiveness and impact.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive documentation of program processes and results.
• Assist in the preparation of reports on program activities and outcomes.
• Collaborate with the program team and other departments to achieve common goals.
• Foster a positive and collaborative working environment.
• Perform any other duties assigned.

Job Holder Requirements (Knowledge, Skills, and Experience)

• Bachelor's Degree
• Extensive experience (minimum of 3 years) and demonstrable knowledge of programme management in areas related to the organisation’s thematic thrust.
• Strong ICT skills
• Strong stakeholder management and decision-making skills
• Excellent report-writing skill
• Strong communicator, coordinator, and networker
• Strong ability to execute work with an inclusion lens
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Exceptional organisational skills and impeccable attention to detail
• Proficiency in French is considered an added advantage
• Persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Salary
N180,000 - N250,000 monthly

Application Closing Date
19th July, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note

• We encourage all qualified individuals who share TAF Africa’s vision of an inclusive society that embraces and empowers persons with disabilities, ensuring their participation in socio-political and economic activities in Africa to apply.
• With our commitment to inclusion and diversity, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employerand do not discriminate based on gender, ethnicity, religion, age, disability status etc.
• If you are a person with any disability that affects your ability to use our online system to apply for a position at TAF Africa, please contact the Human Resources at [email protected]