Program Assistant - Katsina

Assist program officers to ensure program progress according to the developed schedule and work plan.

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Overview

Assist program officers to ensure program progress according to the developed schedule and work plan.

You have:

  • 1-2 years of working experience; previous experience in a conflict program or project is highly preferred.
  • Proven ability to develop and maintain good relationships with local communities and project beneficiaries.
  • Demonstrated skills in planning, organizing and reporting.
  • Bachelor degree in relevant field or equivalent experience is highly recommended.
  • Ability to work under pressure.
  • Strong interpersonal, intercultural and communication skills.
  • Excellent oral and written skills and computer skills.
  • Fluency in English; fluency in Hausa is required.

Potential interview questions

Can you describe a time when you successfully mobilized a community for a project? This question assesses your community mobilization skills and experience. Provide a specific example, highlighting your role and the outcome.
How do you handle pressure while managing multiple tasks in a project? The interviewer is looking to understand your stress management and organizational skills. Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies do you use to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe a situation where you had to report on a project's progress. What was your approach? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you give an example of how you have adapted to changes in a project or environment? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you ensure inclusivity in community programs? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Tell us about a time you facilitated a discussion among community members. What was the outcome? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What motivates you to work in conflict prevention and community resilience? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Added 11 months ago - Updated 11 months ago - Source: mercycorps.org/careers/national