Programmes & Business Development Officer Vacancy atThe Nigerian Institute of Chartered Arbitrators

The Nigerian Institute of Chartered Arbitrators is a registered mark of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators Nigeria. It is the first indigenous body of Professional Arbitrators founded in 1979, under the leadership of His Excellency, Judge Bola Ajibola, SAN, KBE and duly incorporated in 1988 under the Companies Act as a legal entity limited by Guarantee.

It is a professional body dedicated to the promoting, facilitating and determining of disputes by Arbitration, Mediation, Conciliation and other forms of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanisms.

Job Position:  Programmes & Business Development Officer

Job Summary

The individual hired for this position will be responsible for developing, marketing executing, and implementing the Institute’s programmes and events.

The person will also build and maintain relationships with potential partners and funders for the Institute’s operations.

Job Description

Create, develop and implement fund-raising strategies for the Institute

Identify potential partnerships with organizations/institutions

Research available local and international funding opportunities

Review request for proposals (RFPs) and draft proposals to potential partners and donors for fundraising purposes

Generate increased income for the Institute’s programmes and events from existing sources or relationships

Maintain and expand Institute’s network in the arbitration and other alternative dispute resolution and business community

Identify opportunities to actively engage Institute’s Members and Stakeholders

Research relevant information to improve Institute’s programmatic approach Coordinate the execution and support the implementation of Institute’s programmes and activities

Monitor and track the impact of Institute’s programmes and events

Prepare reports for Management, Partners and Funders

Support Management in other areas related to ensuring the success of the Institute

Qualification/ Requirements

University Degree in International Relations, Political Science, Economics, Business or Public Administration or related discipline. A Masters Degree any of these fields will be an advantage

At least 5 years experience working for a national/international NGO or development agency in programme development and implementation, marketing, fundraising and external relations

Excellent command of spoken and written English, with good drafting and editing skills

Desired Skills & Experience:

Proven experience in developing and delivering programmatic and fundraising strategies

Proven experience in conceptualising, managing and executing programmatic interventions with the ability to achieve financial targets

Excellent planning, management and organisational skills

Ability to plan, balance and cope with competing priorities

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Excellent presentation skills

Ability to multitask

Excellent interpersonal skills

High standard of numeracy and budgeting skills

High standard of computer competency and literacy

A self starter

Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with people of diverse backgrounds, culture and nationalities.

Remuneration

Attractive and will be commensurate with experience.

Method of Application

Applicants should forward their resume by email to: info@nicarb.org with title of the role as subject.

Application Deadline

7th February 2017

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted