Research and Digital Technology Officer at Legend Golden Care Foundation(LGCF)

Legend Golden Care Foundation(LGCF) is a not-for-profit organisation concerned with the welfare of children, women, and prison inmates. Our mandate comprises pro-bono legal services to secure civil justice, ensure equal access to quality education for disadvantaged children, and contribute to the reduction of poverty, sexual and gender-based violence in Nigeria, leveraging on partnership with partners and stakeholders with shared objectives to achieve the same.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Research and Digital Technology Officer

Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Part-time

Job Summary

• We are seeking to hire a highly motivated and skilled Research and Digital Technology Officer
• Under the direct supervision of the Program Manager, the Research and Digital Technology Officer will manage and enhance our Research, information and communication technology (ICT) projects and infrastructure while also contributing to the development of innovative technology solutions to meet the organization's objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform background research (qualitative and quantitative) on project activities.
• Plan, execute and manage research projects to achieve organisational goals
• Identify sources of funding, prepare research proposals and submit funding applications
• Collect, record and analyze data
• Compile researched material and research processes in a systematic way and prepare background briefs/briefing notes as and when required.
• Maintain and support the organization's ICT infrastructure.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and define project scopes.
• Contribute to the development of the organization's technology roadmap and strategy.
• Present research results to relevant stakeholders
• Lead and manage the organisation’s existing technology projects and ensure timely completion.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Prior knowledge and experience in research, research methodology, ICT infrastructure management, software development, and project management, with a minimum of 3 years working experience in a non-governmental organization (NGO).
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ability to facilitate training on computer appreciation,web design is an added advantage.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis tools.
• Proficiency in programming languages (e.gJava, Python) and web development technologies.

Salary

• N150,000 monthly.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their relevant experience, specifically highlighting their 3 years of experience working with an NGO, to: [email protected] using "Research and Digital Technology Officer Application" as the subject of the mail.

Application Deadline  12th April, 2024.

Note

• Women are strongly encouraged to apply
• Kindly Note: Application will be considered on a rolling basis. LGCF reserves the right to conclude this recruitment process when a suitable candidate is selected. While LGCF thanks all applicants for their interest, only shortlisted applicants would be contacted.
• “LGCF’s organisational culture has zero tolerance for corrupt practices. Therefore, for any of our job vacancies, we advise that applicants do not offer or accept any request for money, favors, or gifts from anyone to facilitate an employment opportunity with LGCF. Applicants found engaging in such practices could jeopardize their chances of being selected. If anyone contacts you with such an offer, please report this immediately to LGCF’s management on this WhatsApp line 07044214044”.