Job Opportunity at Network Coordinator – Nigeria (Faith in Freedom Programme
Job Title: Network Coordinator – Nigeria (Faith in Freedom Programme)
Organisation: Mensen met een Missie
Location: Remote (Based in Abuja or Jos, Nigeria with local travel)
Application Deadline: 8 September 2026
Starting Date: 1 October 2026
Contact: sollicitatie@mensenmeteenmissie.nl
About Mensen met een Missie
Mensen met een Missie is an international cooperation and solidarity organisation working with locally rooted partners across Africa, Asia, and Latin America to promote peace, equality, inclusion, and stronger community relationships.
The Faith in Freedom programme strengthens Freedom of Religion or Belief (FoRB) to build peaceful, inclusive societies across Sub-Saharan Africa (Cameroon, Kenya, Nigeria, and Uganda). In Nigeria, the programme brings together 4 to 6 partner organisations into a country network.
Role Overview
As Network Coordinator, you will facilitate collaboration among Nigerian partner organisations, drive programme strategies, and serve as the main link between the Nigerian partner network and the core team in the Netherlands. You will represent Mensen met een Missie in Nigeria while advocating for partner interests using inclusive, gender-sensitive, and faith-sensitive approaches.
Key Responsibilities
Network Facilitation & Advocacy
Facilitate and coordinate the Nigeria partner network, fostering trust, collaboration, and shared ownership.
Support strategy implementation across intrafaith, interfaith, and extrafaith pathways tailored to Nigeria’s FoRB context.
Promote meaningful leadership for women, youth, religious minorities, and marginalized groups using Do No Harm and conflict-sensitive approaches.
Lead national advocacy efforts, connecting local community experiences with key stakeholders, government bodies, religious institutions, and the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands.
Monitor political, social, and religious developments in Nigeria, advising the Netherlands programme team on risks and opportunities.
Programme Coordination, Monitoring & Learning
Coordinate annual planning, reflection, capacity strengthening, and narrative reporting processes in collaboration with PMEL teams.
Organise learning events, peer exchanges, and cross-country knowledge sharing.
Manage in-country logistics for programme visits, missions, travel, and security arrangements.
Safeguarding & Integrity
Champion gender equality, local ownership, and mutual accountability.
Ensure partner adherence to safeguarding, SEAH, integrity, and risk management policies, reporting any compliance concerns through appropriate channels.
Qualifications & Requirements
Citizenship & Travel: Nigerian citizen based in Abuja or Jos, willing and able to travel regularly within Nigeria.
Education & Experience: Background in International Development, Human Rights, Peacebuilding, Governance, or a related field.
Domain Expertise: Solid understanding of FoRB, Nigeria’s socio-political context, and experience working with faith-based actors and civil society networks.
Coordination Skills: Proven track record in managing partner networks, multi-stakeholder processes, or consortiums, including planning, reporting, and PMEL frameworks.
Competencies: Strong facilitation, analytical, Do No Harm, and safeguarding commitments. Proactive, collaborative working style.
Tech & Communication: Written and spoken English fluency; proficiency in Office 365 and digital collaboration tools. Knowledge of local Nigerian languages is an advantage.
Remuneration & Benefits
Competitive country-specific salary.
Remote work support, including essential equipment (laptop and internet subscription).
Professional development and training opportunities.
How to Apply
Submit your Application Letter (in English) and CV to sollicitatie@mensenmeteenmissie.nl by 8 September 2026.
Email Subject Line: Network Coordinator Nigeria
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. For position inquiries, contact Christina Maasdam at christinamaasdam@mensenmeteenmissie.nl.
Mensen met een Missie values diversity and inclusion, encouraging qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
