Vacancy Announcement - Programme Coordinator, Strengthening Collaborative Actions and Leveraging Partnerships for Expansion and Use of NSR project (SCALE-NSR) - Abuja

ActionAid is an anti-poverty agency that prioritises work with people living in poverty and exclusion; promoting values and commitment in civil society, institutions and Governments with the aim of achieving structural changes in order to eradicate injustices and poverty in the world. ActionAid Nigeria is an affiliate of ActionAid International, an International Non-Governmental organisation registered in The Netherlands with its headquarters in Johannesburg, South Africa. ActionAid International works in more than 40 countries in Africa, Asia, Europe and the Americas.

ActionAid Nigeria is inviting applications from qualified candidates to fill the following positions on the Strengthening Collaborative Actions and Leveraging Partnerships for Expansion and Use of NSR (SCALE-NSR) project:

Programme Coordinator, Strengthening Collaborative Actions and Leveraging Partnerships for Expansion and Use of NSR project (SCALE-NSR) - Abuja 

The post holder would, in collaboration with the Governance Programme Specialist develop, implement, manage, and report on the Strengthening Collaborative Actions and Leveraging Partnerships for Expansion and Use of NSR (SCALE-NSR) project.

The SCALE-NSR project is a 3-year project that is aimed at strengthening the coordination and use of the National Social Register (NSR) to support evidence-based planning and poverty reduction in Nigeria, in alignment with EU-supported initiatives. It will enhance public trust and participation in NSR processes, promoting improved collaboration among stakeholders and agencies for the development of inclusive State and National Social Protection Programmes.

Person Specifications

Education/Qualifications

• Minimum of First degree in arts/humanities/social sciences or other related field is essential.
• Master’s degree in a related field is desirable.

Experience

• At least six years’ experience, four (4) of which should be in a similar role with particular emphasis on social protection interventions in the development sector is essential.
• Experience in project management is essential.

• Experience working in an International Development organisation is desirable.

Skill/Abilities

• Excellent Skills in Programme Information Management
• Strong communication and writing skills.
• Ability to maintain donor relationship and accountability in line with funding policies and standards.
• Excellent skill to motivate and inspire a functional team will be essential.
• Excellent planning and prioritization skills.
• Negotiation skills and Mult-tasking skills.

To apply, kindly complete relevant application form accessed from https://nigeria.actionaid.org/jobs Application form should be sent in an MSWord attachment to Vacancy.Nigeria@actionaid.org. Only electronically submitted forms will be considered. Submitted or Scanned CVs will be disregarded.

Please refer to the website - https://nigeria.actionaid.org/jobs for appropriate detailed job descriptions and application forms.

Subject line of emails must state clearly, job title of position applied for and location e.g., Programme Coordinator, SCALE-NSR Project

ActionAid offers competitive terms of employment. Applications from young people, women, persons with disability and candidates from the Northeast and Northwest are particularly encouraged. 

Closing date for receipt of applications is Wednesday, 7th January 2026. While we respect all applicants, interview dates will be communicated only to shortlisted candidates.

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