Reconnect HDI is an international non-profit organization that works with individuals, groups and communities across the globe to alleviate the suffering of people affected by psychological problems and substance abuse conditions.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Program Officer (Volunteer)
Location: Abuja
Job Description
The Program Officer reports to and works in close coordination with the Program Coordinator. The daily responsibilities include:
- Work closely with the Program Lead in the design and implementation of programs
- Improve and develop communications and awareness materials that promote the goals and objectives of the organization such as brochures, newsletters, website, magazines, proposals etc.
- Manage and promote user engagement activities on organization’s social media pages
- Develop creative ways to strengthen advocacy, sensitization and awareness initiatives related to mental health and substance abuse
- Facilitate mental health primary prevention interventions such as counseling
- Undertake additional tasks and responsibilities which may arise from time to time and which are relevant to the post.
Person Specification
Essential requirements:
- At least a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Counseling, Sociology or other related fields
- Good writing, analytical, research and problem solving skills
- Strong communications (written, oral and presentation) skills
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
- Previous experience of working within a non-profit setting will be beneficial.
- Must be computer literate in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Job Title: Grants Officer (Volunteer)
Location: Abuja
Job Description
The Grants Officer reports to, and works in close coordination with the Program Coordinator. The daily responsibilities include:
- Undertake research to inform the development of targeted interventions
- Produce a database of international and local donor organizations/partnerships that aligns with the work of Reconnect HDI.
- Support the organization in the design and development of grants.
- Work with the Program Lead to establish, maintain effective relationships and oversee contact with potential and actual donors.
- Work together with team to compile a fundraising plan and budget.
- To undertake additional tasks and responsibilities which may arise from time to time and which are relevant to the post.
Person Specification
Essential requirements:
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
- Previous experience of working within a non-profit setting
- Must be computer literate in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Demonstrable experience with grants writing, proposal writing and research
- Strong communications (written, oral and presentation) skills
- Good writing, analytical, research and problem�solving skills
- Excellent interpersonal and networking skills
- A good understanding of budgets
Benefits
- It is hoped that the successful candidates will start work as soon as possible. He/She will be placed on probation for 3months, after which they will be considered for employment based on their performance.
- Successful candidates will also be provided with monthly transport allowance.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV’s to: [email protected] attaching 1) a resume or CV, 2) a one-page cover letter.
Application Deadline 15th August, 2018.
Note: Applicants are strongly advised to apply as soon as possible.