Life Skills Facilitator at an Indigenous Non-profit and Non-governmental Organization

We are an indigenous non-profit and non-governmental organization with Head Office in Abuja and field offices in several locations across Nigeria. We are in the business of saving lives, making life more meaningful and productive forall Nigerians. It is an organization built on strong core values, we believe strongly in commitment, innovation, inspiring leadership, and partnerships. Our landmark achievements with care and treatment services for adolescents and youngpersonsin Nigeria continue to bring the organization to the attention of the international community. With support and input from varied stakeholders, STEM Hub for Empowerment of young women (S.H.E) project’s new and innovative approach is designed to encourage the increased participation of adolescent girls and young women in the traditional male spaces of technology, digitalskills, and financial literacy. Located in Ikeja, Lagos, the state-of-theart STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) Hub started operations for vulnerable adolescent girls and young women (AGYW) between the ages of 16 and 24 years will have the opportunity to participate in youth-friendly training at no cost, following a standardized curriculum with a focus on obtaining standard and globally accredited certifications. Thiswill empower them, build resilience, and make them more marketable in the job market.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Life Skills Facilitator

Job Code: LF 0001
Location: Lagos Island, Ikoyi - Lagos
Employment Type: Part-time

Do You Have What It Takes To Join Us?

• We are in search of innovative, creative, and self-motivated talents with outstanding skills and proven track records in the advertised position.
• A reliable individual who is committed, audacious, accountable, and passionate (females and HIV community members are strongly encouraged to apply) with strong core values to work with our highly experienced team at our Head and state offices in the following capacities.
•  A reliable executor who is flexible and can hit the ground running in aiding the organization achieve its goals asit aligns with saving lives, making life more meaningful and productive for all Nigerians and especially for the most vulnerable. If this typifies you, kindly read on:

Job Summary

• The Life Skills Facilitator is responsible for equipping individuals with the knowledge and skills necessaryfor personal, social, and professional growth.
• S/he will design, implement, and evaluate training programs that focus onlife skills, social and professional development, health promotion, and 21st-century skills. S/he will play a vital role in helping individuals lead more fulfilling lives, navigate the complexities of the modern world, and achieve their personaland professional aspirations. S/he will empower participants with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities
Training/Workshop Delivery:

• Conducting workshops and presentations on topics related to personal finance, such as budgeting, saving,investing, and credit management, entrepreneurship, etc.
• Providing one-on-one coaching to learners seeking to improve their financial situation.

Social and Professional Development:

• Assistindividualsin building social and professionalskills,such as networking, interpersonal communication, teamwork, leadership, conflict resolution, and career planning.
• Provide guidance on building resumes, interview skills, and job search strategies.

Health Education

• Educate participants on physical and mental health topics, including nutrition, exercise, stress reduction,and selfcare.
• Promote healthy lifestyle choices and behavior modification.

21st Century Skills:

• Foster the development of skills relevant to the modern world, such as digital literacy, critical thinking,creativity, and adaptability.
• Encourage problem-solving in technology-driven environments.

Material Development and Lesson Plans:

• Create educational materials, lesson plans, and resources to support the training programs.
• Continuously update content to reflect current trends and needs.

Assessment of Participants:

• Evaluate the needs and goals of participants and tailor training programs to meet their specific requirements.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to encourage growth and development

Record Keeping:

• Maintain accurate records of participant attendance, progress, and training outcomes.

Monitoring and Evaluation:

• Assessing and evaluating the effectiveness of financial literacy programs through feedback from learners andmaking recommendations for improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Sociology, Education, Guidance and Counseling, or a related field (master'sdegree is a plus).  Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in program development and facilitation or training. 
• Knowledge of current educational and psychological trends.
• Empathy, patience, and the ability to inspire and motivate young people are desirable.

Application Closing Date
21st September, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Current CV; Suitability statement not more than 200 words indicating position and location Microsoft Word format to: [email protected] using the Job Title, Location and Applicant full name e.g. COM01 Abuja, ADESUWA NWACHUKWU as the subject of the mail.
And
Click here to apply online

Note

• Qualified women and locals are strongly encouraged to apply.
•  it is important to apply via the link and the mail, as applications sent to ONLY the email address will be considered invalid.
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted to advance to the next stage of the selection process.
• Grant duration: Subject to availability of funds and exceptional grant performance.
• We believe in Equal Employment Opportunity and strongly encourage qualified Locals and women to apply.
• Applications are reviewed in the order of arrival, and we reserve the right to close the advert before the term initially indicated if suitable applications are received.
• This organization does not charge any fees for submission of job applications and interviews.