Ecowas Peace Fund Manager

Abuja - Nigeria

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Commissioner of Political Affairs Peace and Security the incumbent will be leading ECOWAS networking and resource mobilisation efforts with the African Union and Development Partners. He/She will also be coordinating and facilitating project development monitoring evaluation and reporting on external funding and facilitate the work of internal governance bodies of the ECOWAS Peace Fund.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Resource Mobilization: Engaging with internal and external stakeholders (member states bilateral and multilateral partners) to secure contributions prepare funding proposals conduct negotiations and ensure that pledges (including the 5% Community Levy contribution) are honored.
Fund Management: Overseeing the receipt processing and reporting of funding requests for initiatives related to conflict prevention peacebuilding humanitarian assistance and peacekeeping operations. This includes:
Processing and appraising requests from ECOWAS departments for funding.
Monitoring and evaluating the implementation of approved initiatives.
Ensuring communication and visibility of the initiatives.
Preparing comprehensive reports on resource utilization and implementation results for stakeholders.
Project Coordination: Managing and coordinating donor-funded programs and projects related to peace and security including administrative and financial management.
Governance and Reporting: Serving as a key member of the Technical and Approval Committee (TAC) and reporting to the Steering Board which oversees the funds overall direction priorities and audits.
Capacity Building: Supporting capacity-building activities and the development of national early warning systems.

Qualifications :

A Masters degree in fields such as Political Science International Relations Peace and Security Studies Administration Finance or a related discipline from a recognized University.
10 years of professional experience including 2 years relevant international work and 2 years at a supervisory level.
Significant professional experience over 6 years in fund management project management peace and security issues or a related area preferably within an international public organization
Strong leadership strategic planning and management skills.
Excellent financial management analytical and communication skills.
Proficiency in information communication technologies (ICT).

Remote Work :

Employment Type :

Full-time

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Resource Mobilization: Engaging with internal and external stakeholders (member states bilateral and multilateral partners) to secure contributions prepare funding proposals conduct negotiations and ensure that pledges (including the 5% Community Levy contribution) are honored.
Fund Management: Overseeing the receipt processing and reporting of funding requests for initiatives related to conflict prevention peacebuilding humanitarian assistance and peacekeeping operations. This includes:
Processing and appraising requests from ECOWAS departments for funding.
Monitoring and evaluating the implementation of approved initiatives.
Ensuring communication and visibility of the initiatives.
Preparing comprehensive reports on resource utilization and implementation results for stakeholders.
Project Coordination: Managing and coordinating donor-funded programs and projects related to peace and security including administrative and financial management.
Governance and Reporting: Serving as a key member of the Technical and Approval Committee (TAC) and reporting to the Steering Board which oversees the funds overall direction priorities and audits.
Capacity Building: Supporting capacity-building activities and the development of national early warning systems.

Qualifications :

A Masters degree in fields such as Political Science International Relations Peace and Security Studies Administration Finance or a related discipline from a recognized University.
10 years of professional experience including 2 years relevant international work and 2 years at a supervisory level.
Significant professional experience over 6 years in fund management project management peace and security issues or a related area preferably within an international public organization
Strong leadership strategic planning and management skills.
Excellent financial management analytical and communication skills.
Proficiency in information communication technologies (ICT).

Remote Work :

Employment Type :

Full-time

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