We require suitable qualified candidates to fill the post of:
Position Title: Facilitator (Northern Nigeria Vulnerability and Capacity Assessment (VCA)
Primary Location: Zamfara, Katsina, Borne or Yobe
Position Status: Field-based, full-time, regular, exempt
Position Level: Level X
Duration: 2 to 4 weeks
Current Employee: N/A
Mercy Corps has developed a vulnerability assessment methodology that aims to understand vulnerability across scales. As such, information will be collected and analysed at the community, regional, and national level. Data driven, top-down, assessments will be complimented by qualitative, bottom-up information collected from communities and stakeholders from across the region.
Knowledge and Experience:
Excellent oral, written, presentation and communications skills inEnglish and Hausa are requiredFluency in other northern languages and dialects an assetBA/S or equivalent in education, management, Social Sciences, International development or other relevant field.Familiarity with participatory data collection methods.Must be based in one of the four states where the study takes place.Deep understanding of the challenges in Northern Nigeria.Understanding of a systems approach and resilience highly desired.High attention to detail and ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines.Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines and work independently and cooperatively with team members.Details of this consultancy can be found on: http://bit.lyf/1nPAPKL
Application Process
Please submit CV and cover letter addressing the key criteria above, to recruitmentnigeria@ng.mercycorps.org with mail subject VCA Facilitator.
Closing date: on 13th June 2013. Recruitment will be ongoing and may conclude prior to this date.