Vacancy Announcement - Programme Officer (X3), Strengthening Collaborative Actions and Leveraging Partnerships for Expansion and Use of NSR Project (SCALE-NSR) – FCT, Sokoto and Oyo
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 Programme Officer positions on the Strengthening Collaborative Actions and Leveraging Partnerships for Expansion and Use of NSR (SCALE-NSR) project:
Programme Officer (X3), Strengthening Collaborative Actions and Leveraging Partnerships for Expansion and Use of NSR Project (SCALE-NSR) – FCT, Sokoto and Oyo
The post holder will provide administrative and programme support on the Strengthening Collaborative Actions and Leveraging Partnerships for Expansion and Use of NSR (SCALE-NSR) project. The ideal candidate will play a key role in designing, coordinating, and implementing strategic programs and initiatives for the 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 policies.
Person Specifications
Education/Qualifications
- Minimum of First degree in arts/humanities/social sciences or other related field is essential.
Experience
- At least three (3) years post NYSC experience with minimum of two (2) years in related programmes/projects is essential.
- Experience in project management and community mobilization is essential.
- Experience in Facilitations Technique and implementing Trainings is essential.
Experience working in an International Development organisation is desirable.
Skill/Abilities
- Strong report writing and communication skills.
- Excellent research and analytical skills.
- Excellent strategic planning skill
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- 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 Officer, SCALE-NSR project – Sokoto
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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