Vacancy at RTI International

RTI International is one of the world’s leading research institutes, dedicated to improving the human condition by turning knowledge into practice.

Our staff of more than 4000 provides research and technical expertise to governments and businesses in more than 40 countries in the areas of health and pharmaceutical, education and training, surveys and statistics, advanced technology, international development, economic and social policy, energy and the environment and laboratory arid chemistry services. Universities in North Carolina founded RTI in 1958 as the first scientific organization in and centerpiece of the Research Triangle Park.

RTI International is implementing a five year USAID funded Leadership, Advocacy, Empowerment, and Development (LEAD) project in Nigeria, a project aimed at improving governance and service delivery at the local government level. The position is open to residents of Nigeria only.

JOB POSITION: SENIOR TECHNICAL MANAGER
LOCATIONS: (Bauchi and Niger Delta)

The Senior Technical Manager will provide technical leadership and quality control for the result-oriented technical teams and crosscutting technical staff. The candidate we seek is a senior Governance Specialist who has expertise in project management in the areas of systems strengthening at the LGA level, capacity building for participatory planning and budgeting of public funds, civil society capacity building, and working with local governments to improve the delivery of services to people. The position is at grade 11 and reports to the Chief of Party.

SPECIFIC DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Program and activity design consistent with sound development and governance principles
Management and supervision of a team of technical specialists to produce results and maintain internal communication and coordination Represent the project to key stakeholders in state and local government and civil society
Work closely with the Chief of Party to understand and meet project needs and requirements.
Provides reports on program status and implementation issues.
Contributes to quarterly and annual reports on LEAD implementation other duties as assigned.
Oversee the development and implementation of annual work plans to achieve project objectives
Project monitoring consistent with required results.
Attend meetings and represent the project on technical issues


REQUIREMENTS:
A Degree plus 12years or Masters Degree plus 9 years relevant experience.
A minimum of 5years experience working with local governments or civil society preferably in Northern Nigeria.
Strong computer skills, including MS Word, Power Point and Excel.
Ability to work under pressure and in team environment.
Excellent report writing, communication and interpersonal skills.


Method of Application
To apply: Please email your cover letter and CV in reverse chronological order with position applied for as subject (including email and phone contact) to: info@lead.rtf.org

Application Deadline on or before 28th October, 2012

 Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.