Filed under Administrative Jobs in Nigeria, Government Jobs in Nigeria, Management Jobs in Nigeria View Comments The Nigerian Women’s Trust Fund is a mechanism to increase the number of women elected into political positions at all levels of governance in Nigeria. The Mission of the fund is to facilitate equitable participation and fair play in the political process in Nigeria, in particular the fund seeks to provide financial and technical assistance to women politicians. The Trust Fund is an independent registered company limited by guaranty, with Goodwill Ambassadors, an Advisory and a Board of Directors.
Women in Nigeria constitute 49.7% of the country’s estimated population of 150 million (NPC 2006). In spite of this, the estimated number of women represented in the executive and judiciary at local, state and federal levels is an estimated 7% (UN Women). This fails short of the National Gender Policy benchmark of 35% as well as other global and regional benchmarks to which the country is signatory. The situation
places a demand for the establishment of mechanisms to facilitate an increased qualitative re, representation of women in appointive and elective positions in Nigeria. It also provides the contextual background for the establishment of the Nigerian Women Trust fund to lead this desired expansion of women’s space
The objectives of the Fund are to:
- Transparency provide aspiring women politicians with financial and other forms of resources towards their political campaigns irrespective of political inclinations
- Identify and build a data base of aspiring women politicians and those in appointive positions to enhance their leadership capacity
- Fundraise, invest and manage resources for women’s political participation
- Provide national and international networking opportunities for women politicians in elective and appointive position to build strategic alliances and raise resources
- Engage in research and advocacy to further expand women’s political space
- Enlist champions of change (men and women) to support the aspirations of women politicians
The Fund is looking for professionals to fill the position below:
Position: CEO
Reports: Board of Directors
Location: Abuja
We seek to recruit a pioneer CED who will be sadled with strategic and administrative responsibilities including the institutionalization of the Trust Fund, refining its foundational documents and developing its strategic plan.
The successful candidate will lead a team of managers and a compact staff to identify prospective grant recipients, prepare grant recommendations, monitor and evaluate program activities, develop new funding strategies and be on top of the latest developments in the substantive area of the Trust Fun.
S/he must have clear understanding of women’s human rights, strong communication, leadership, research, people and program management and strategic skills. In addition, the person must be an analytical thinker, and results orientated. The person serves as a representative of the Trust Fund and other constituents in situations that require tact and diplomacy.
It is important that the person concerns have a detailed knowledge of Nigeria, women’s political activities, movements and organizations, women politicians and the working of
government and an understanding of the interaction between
government, civil society and the private sector as well as experience in programme design and Monitoring and Evaluation capabilities. In summary, the CEO has overall responsibility for implementing the strategic goals of the organization, managing the secretariat and overseeing its day-to-day operations. Knowledge, experience and passion for women empowerment and Nigeria are essential. Substantial knowledge of the program areas of the Trust Fund is advantageous.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience:
- Minimum of ten years of relevant work experience is essential.
- A postgraduate qualification is required. Background in the social sciences is required.
- Exceptional organizational and managerial skills and demonstrated experience including the ability to take initiative and work independently are essential.
- Previous experience with grant-making /grant-seeking and non-governmental organizations (NGO’s) especially women’s organizations is highly desirable.
- Strong written and oral communication skills are essential. Strong interpersonal skill is a must. Comfort with and open to people who hold diverse views and perspectives are essential.
- Demonstrated commitment to the beliefs and goals of the Trust Fund: well-organized and efficient at managing multiple tasks and meeting tight deadlines are required.
- Ability to organize and convey problems / issues in written and oral format: manage and prioritize own time, staff and to execute work activities are desirable.
- Computer skills is a must.
Remuneration: a competitive package based on experience.
The appointment will be for three years with possibility of renewal for not more than two more terms
Method of Application
Your application should be sent in confidence, labeled “Director of Programmes NWF and reach Central Working Committee of the Trust Fund
on or before 15th April 2011. Your application should include a CV, names and contact details of three referees and expected level of salary as well as a short description (not more than two pages) of why you are interested in the position and how you will contribute to the aspirations of the Trust Fund. Send your application to
womenpoliticalfund@gmail.com
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
C/o Federal Ministry of Women
Affairs and Social Development
Federal Secretariat, Abuja
C/o Coalitions for Change (C$C) 14 Oguda Close
Off Lake Chad Crescent Off IBB Boulevard
Maitama Abuja
Email:
womentrustfund@gmail.com
Phone: +234 803 652 6448, +234 805 162 2603
www.nigerianwomentrustfund.com
