About the Role
INTERSOS is an independent humanitarian organization dedicated to assisting people affected by crises, conflicts, and extreme poverty. We are currently seeking a dynamic and experienced Livelihood Project Activity Manager to lead the delivery of our 6-month consolidation phase in Borno State, focusing on MMC, Jere, and Mafa LGAs.
Key Responsibilities- Lead project planning, inception phases, and facility operationalization, ensuring alignment with WFP Field Level Agreements and operational standards.
- Drive community ownership, governance, and social cohesion through effective landowner negotiations, tripartite agreements, and committee support.
- Oversee comprehensive asset management, regular joint verifications, and sustainable maintenance schedules for all ten livelihood facilities.
- Manage external partnerships, maintaining strong working relationships with WFP, state MDAs, LGA councils, and traditional institutions.
- Supervise, coach, and mentor a diverse team of 21 staff members, maintaining a strong focus on gender equity and performance management.
- Oversee project finances, procurement processes, and compliance requirements, tracking budgets and mitigating variances proactively.
- Ensure robust MEAL integration, accurate reporting, and strict adherence to safeguarding, PSEA, and do-no-harm principles.
- University degree in Agricultural Economics, Agriculture, Development Studies, Business Administration, or a related field; a Master's degree is a distinct advantage.
- At least 5 years of professional experience in food security or resilience programs, with a minimum of 3 years in senior supervisory roles.
- Proven expertise in building community-based enterprises, managing procurement, and establishing cost-recovery systems.
- Demonstrated experience collaborating with government counterparts, traditional institutions, and local stakeholders in North-East Nigeria.
- Strong leadership, conflict resolution, negotiation, and report-writing skills in English, alongside professional proficiency in Hausa.
- Opportunity to make a tangible humanitarian impact in crisis-affected regions of Nigeria.
- Competitive remuneration package aligned with humanitarian sector standards.
- Professional growth within a reputable international non-profit organization.