Our organization is a faith-based NGO based in a rural location working primarily to offer HIV/AIDS prevention, care and support. We also provide for the needs of orphans and vulnerable children (OVC's). We require a Program Manager to provide leadership in all administrative and program management areas. She/he will oversee and supervise the activities of the Directors and other staff and be responsible for managing the day to-day operations and providing technical assistance in areas of human resources; financial management & operations; information management and communications. She/he must adhere to and ensure strict compliance to USG regulations and our organizations policy and procedures

Human Resources

Specific Duties & Responsibilities
Oversee the annual staff appraisals, supervise the development of technical job descriptions for new position; be in charge of hiring /employment in the organization; and ensure compliance with organization policy in recruitment processes.

Qualifications
Post Graduate Degree with minimum of 10 years relevant experience in program management including leadership position in Nigeria, West Africa or any developing Country. Verbal and written language skills In English required. Ability to speak Hausa and or Fulfulde is strongly preferred. Qualified women are encouraged to apply

Required Skill
Ability to work independently in a diverse setting; Quick to adjust ant learn complex program procedures; Demonstrated supervisory and management  competence to prioritize and manage a variety of activities in a time-sensitive environment and meet deadlines with attention to detail and quality; strong organizational and conflict management skills; Demonstrated ability to work as an effective team member in a complex environment; Good interpersonal skills to interact professionally with a culturally diverse staff, clients, partners and consultants. Demonstrated ability in computer skills for word processing, databases, spreadsheets, and presentations (Microsoft Office applications preferred).

To apply send an email with a cover letter (not more than one page) and curriculum Vitae to aidsisreal@ymail.com with subject line Program Manager. The closing date for the application is on or before 14th January 2009.