Job Recruitment at ActionAid Nigeria

ActionAid (AA) Nigeria is an affiliate of ActionAid International, which is a global alliance of organisations working towards achieving a world without poverty and injustice in which every person enjoys the right to a life with dignity. As a large and visible development organisation, we work in more than 40 countries in Africa, Asia, Europe and America. Our expertise lies in community-led approaches to development and working through partnerships with the poor and other grass root organisations.

We invite applications from qualified candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Finance Intern

Location: Abuja

Description

• The Finance Intern will contribute to maintaining adequate financial integrity in supporting quality and timely data input for generation of financial reports.
• S/he will be responsible for timely processing of funds for programme activities for AAN and contribute to strengthening the internal control and accounting systems of ActionAid Nigeria (AAN).
• The Intern position is an opportunity offered by ActionAid Nigeria (AAN) for young graduates to earn a post NYSC experience.
• It is therefore both a learning and value-adding relationship between interns and AAN.
• The intern is expected to take advantage of the space offered for experience gathering, self-development, while providing quality service to ActionAid Nigeria.
• This is a standard 1-year programme and non-renewable upon expiry.

Person Specification
Education / Qualifications:

• First Degree in Accounting / Finance is essential
• Student Membership of ICAN is desirable

Experience:

• At least 1-2 years post NYSC experience, one (1) of which should have been spent on a finance position is essential
• Experience in supporting the implementation of financial control systems is essential
• Practical Knowledge of an accounting software EXCEL, WORD is essential

Skill / Abilities:

• Fluency in spoken and written English language
• Highly numerate
• Excellent planning and prioritization skills
• Excellent (proven) interpersonal and both oral and written communication skills.

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Job Title: Intern, Partnership and Local Rights Programme

Location: Abuja

Description

• The Programme Intern will be responsible for providing administrative and programme support to the Partnership & Local Rights Programme (P&LRP) unit for effective programme implementation and delivery.
• The Intern position is an opportunity offered by ActionAid Nigeria (AAN) for young graduates to earn a post NYSC experience. It is therefore both a learning and value-adding relationship between interns and AAN.
• The intern is expected to take advantage of the space offered for experience gathering, self-development, while providing quality service to ActionAid Nigeria.
• This is a standard 1-year programme and non-renewable upon expiry.

Person Specification
Education / Qualifications:

• At least First Degree in Social Sciences or Arts / Humanities is essential

Experience:

• Relevant NYSC experience in the related fields is essential
• Experience in programmes and administration is essential
• Experience in videography will be an added advantage

Skill / Abilities:

• Highly numerate
• Excellent planning and prioritization skills
• Multi-tasking skills
• Excellent (proven) interpersonal skills
• Negotiation skills
• Experience in supporting training/meetings.

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Job Title: Web Portal Information and Visual Design Consultant

Location: Abuja

Description

• The Consultant will work with a team of Administrators to manage the Women Voice and Leadership (WVL) Project Feminist Hub.
• S/he will ensure smooth running and operations of the web portal through creative and appealing user-friendly interface, streamlining navigation, and increasing the web portal online presence especially among Women’s Rights Organizations.
• In addition, the Consultant will be required to carry out routine checks on the website and give informed assessment when required.
• The Consultant will work with the WVL Communications Officer, Web Portal Content Consultant and the Communications Hub to ensure synergy with all AAN digital platforms.
• S / he will be expected to work twice a week, for a maximum of 8 days in a month.

Qualifications / Experience

• First Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Systems Engineering or any related field
• A minimum of 3 years work experience as a Website Manager
• Proficiency in HTML, XHTML, CSS design, cross-browser and cross-platform compatibility, firewalls (functionality and maintenance), Access, mySQL and JavaScript.
• Understanding of Search Engine Optimization (SEO) to maximize traffic to the Hub
• Experience managing websites in the Social Development Sector is desirable.

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Job Title: Finance Consultant

Location: Abuja

Description

• The Finance Consultant will contribute to maintaining adequate financial integrity in supporting quality and timely data input for generation of financial reports, review and analyze accounting ledgers.
• S/he will also contribute to strengthening the internal control and accounting systems of AAN and partner organizations.

Qualifications / Experience

• First Degree in Accounting / Economics with minimum of 3 years’ experience in the INGO / NGO sector
• A qualified Chartered Accountant or undergoing professional qualification
• Experience managing donor (FCDO, EU, Foundation etc) funded related projects
• Knowledge of Accounting / Finance cycles and taxation
• Knowledge of statutory and Internal Audit processes is desirable
• Must be computer literate with proven knowledge in Word and Excel
• Proficiency in reputable / dependable high-tech Accounting software is required
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Must have high respect for professional and personal integrity, and ethically sound.

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How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should kindly download and complete the Internship Application Form and send your Applications in an MS Word attachment to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

 

Application Deadline 10th March, 2021.

Note

• Only electronically submitted forms or CVs as applicable will be considered. Scanned application forms will be disregarded.
• Subject line of emails must state clearly, job title of position applied for and location e.g "Intern, Partnership and Local Rights Programme - Abuja".
• ActionAid offers competitive terms of employment. Applications from women and candidates from the North East and North West are particularly encouraged.
• While we respect all applicants, interview dates will be communicated only to shortlisted candidates.