Job Opportunity for PROJECT MANAGER AT CARE NIGERIA
CARE Nigeria: Job Opportunity Advertisement
Position: Project Manager – RESILAC 2
Organization: CARE International in Nigeria
Location: Maiduguri, Borno State (with coverage/expansion support into Yobe State)
Department: Project Management
Grade: G
Contract Type: Contract – Full-Time
Slots: 1
Eligibility: Nigerian Nationals Only
Sector: Humanitarian / Development / Resilience / Livelihoods / Climate Change
About CARE Nigeria & RESILAC 2
CARE International in Nigeria is seeking a qualified and experienced professional to fill the role of Project Manager – RESILAC 2.
RESILAC 2 is a multi-country programme implemented across Cameroon, Nigeria, and Chad to foster social cohesion, climate adaptation, and inclusive economic recovery in the Lake Chad region. The programme is implemented by a consortium led by Action Against Hunger, alongside CARE and four national partners, funded by the French Development Agency (AFD) and the European Union (EU).
The successful candidate will provide overall technical and managerial leadership for the implementation of RESILAC 2 in Borno State while supporting the strategic expansion of activities into Yobe State.
Key Responsibilities
1. Project Management & Technical Guidance
Provide overall managerial oversight and technical direction to the project team.
Offer specialized technical support in climate change, livelihoods, and resilience-building strategies.
Identify capacity gaps and facilitate technical assistance and training for project staff and partners.
Participate in designing, reviewing, and updating detailed implementation plans (DIPs) and work plans to ensure alignment with donor commitments.
Liaise with the RESILAC 2 Country Consortium Lead to ensure timely and high-quality project delivery.
2. Stakeholder Coordination & Representation
Work closely with consortium partners, government institutions, local communities, and private-sector stakeholders.
Represent the project and CARE Nigeria at technical forums, working groups, and coordination meetings.
Promote knowledge sharing, lessons learned, and cross-project integration among partners.
3. Monitoring, Compliance & Financial Governance
Ensure project resources are utilized efficiently and transparently in full compliance with CARE, AFD, and EU standards.
Assess technical project quality, identify implementation challenges, and execute corrective action plans.
Facilitate regular project review sessions with stakeholders, government representatives, and beneficiaries.
Oversee the preparation and submission of timely progress reports (weekly updates, sitreps, monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and end-of-project reports).
4. Team Leadership & Supervision
Direct, mentor, and supervise direct reports to foster a motivated and high-performing team.
Conduct regular performance monitoring and execute annual and semi-annual performance reviews based on established KPIs.
5. Research, MEAL & Knowledge Management
Monitor industry developments and best practices in climate change adaptation, livelihoods, and resilience.
Document lessons learned and success stories, sharing technical outputs with the MEAL Consortium partner (Groupe URD).
Provide technical inputs to operational research, territorial/market assessments, and baseline/endline evaluations.
Support resource mobilization initiatives as assigned by management.
Candidate Qualifications & Experience
Required
Education: Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in Climate Change, Agribusiness, International Development, Social Sciences, or a related field.
Professional Experience: Minimum of 8 years of relevant work experience within an International Non-Governmental Organization (INGO).
Management Experience: Minimum of 4 years in direct supervisory/management roles.
Partner Management: Proven track record in managing and coordinating partner organizations or multi-stakeholder initiatives.
Desirable
Experience in multi-sectoral resilience, livelihoods, economic empowerment, or social cohesion programs.
Background in consortium-based projects and government engagement.
Proficiency in local languages of the operating environment (particularly Hausa and Kanuri).
Core Competencies
High integrity and ethical standards.
Strong team-building and people management skills.
Drive for measurable results and problem-solving mindset.
Stakeholder management and effective communication capabilities.
Safeguarding & Equal Opportunity Statement
CARE Nigeria maintains a strict zero-tolerance approach toward sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment (PSEAH), child abuse, human trafficking, and discrimination. The successful candidate must adhere to CARE’s Code of Conduct and Safeguarding Policies and undergo background and reference checks.
CARE International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified women and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
⚠️ Fraud Alert: CARE Nigeria does not request payment at any stage of the recruitment process. Please ignore any demands or platforms soliciting money on behalf of CARE.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified national candidates should submit their applications directly through the official recruiting channel:
