International Center for Research on Women (ICRW) Vacancies

International Center for Research on Women (ICRW) is set to recruit for Graduate Positions. We are a global research institute which works to empower women, advance gender equality, and fight poverty in the developing world. ICRW works with partners to conduct empirical research, build capacity, and advocate for evidence-based practical solutions to change policies and programs. Our work focuses on the following areas:

• Adolescents
• Agriculture and Food Security
• Economic Empowerment
• HIV & AIDS
• Population and Reproductive Health
• Violence Against Women

With a growing presence in Nigeria, ICRW is looking for individuals with experience in a range of sectors for existing and potential projects on a long and short term basis. In particular, ICRW is seeking experts in the following fields:

1. Policy and governance
2. Reproductive Health
3. Economic Empowerment
4. Girls’ Education.
5. Increasing voice and leadership of girls and women
6. Engaging men and boys in gender-equitable development

Application Deadline
06 January 2012.
Method of Application
Candidates interested in full-time employment or a consultancy, should submit a letter of interest summarizing their background and interest, curriculum vitae, two writing samples and salary requirements to: jobs@icrw.org with “Nigeria” in the subject line.  ICRW is an equal opportunity employer, M/F/D/V

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The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) Vacancy : WatHab Engineer II (Water and Habitation Engineer)

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is recruiting for WatHab Engineer II (Water and Habitation Engineer). We are an impartial, neutral and independent humanitarian organisation.
The ICRC Sub-Delegation in Jos is looking for a qualified candidate to be based in Jos with the capacity to work independently to fill in the position below:
Position: WatHab Engineer II (Water and Habitation Engineer)
Location: Jos, Nigeria

Main Responsibilities

• Contributes to the implementation and running of specific projects/programmes independently
• Maintains contacts with interlocutors/authorities at local level mainly independently
• Trains and coaches local NRCS branches technical staff according to the programmes defined by the ICRC.
• Prepares projects proposals including descriptions, sketches, drawings, bill of quantities, estimation  costs and  implementation   planning  based  on  analysis  and  water  and habitation(WATHAB) rehabilitation works
• Implements projects with contractors and sub-contractors
• Takes care of the WatHab Stock and provides a related updated stock position Performs written reporting to the WatHab Delegate
• Performs as translator between the Delegate and local interlocutors
• Participates in the evaluation of the projects /program and makes recommendations Establishes a comprehensive technical report on a completed WatHab project Supports other WatHab projects upon request

Required Qualifications

• University degree (M.Sc Engineering, Architecture, Geology)
• 2 years work experience in a similar function
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• Team leadership skills
• Good command of Hausa language
• Very good analytical and computer skills
• Good knowledge of the geographical assigned area

Application Deadline
10th January 2012
Method Application:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their application letter of motivation, CV, copies of certificates/diploma, references) to the following address, not later than 10th January 2012
Attn. Administrator
ICRC Abuja
Plot 29 Kumasi Crescent off Aminu Kano Crescent
Wuse II, Abuja
Please clearly indicate “Jos” WatHab Officer” on your envelops
ICRC is an equal opportunity employer
NB:
Personal correspondences are non-returnable
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Only well addressed complete files matching with the profile will be considered
For more information about the ICRC, please visit our website: www.icrc.org

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