Project & Communications Officer

Responsibilities:

• Research suitable local and international grant opportunities and support grant applications.
• Identify and develop partnerships with NGOs, schools, hospitals, churches, community organisations and other stakeholders.
• Build strong community networks across Northern Nigeria.
• Identify potential orphans and vulnerable children who may qualify for GraceBridge support.
• Conduct and document beneficiary verification in line with GraceBridge procedures.
• Liaise with community leaders and organisations to obtain credible beneficiary referrals.
• Take clear photographs and videos during approved outreach and verification activities.
• Prepare reports and maintain accurate records of grants, partnerships, referrals and outreach activities.
• Complete assigned tasks and meet agreed weekly and monthly KPIs.

Requirements:

• Must be based in Northern Nigeria with good knowledge of communities within the region.
• Strong research, communication and report-writing skills.
• Ability to research grants and support high-quality funding applications.
• Confident in building partnerships and communicating with organisations and community stakeholders.
• Able to identify, document and properly verify potential beneficiaries.
• Comfortable conducting community outreach and local field visits when required.
• Able to take clear photographs and videos.
• A suitable personal laptop and smartphone.
• A fully stable and reliable internet connection suitable for full-time remote work, virtual meetings, research and uploading files.
• Good written and spoken English.
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines and achieve agreed KPIs.
• Comfortable supporting and representing GraceBridge’s Christian mission and values.
• Previous experience in NGO/charity work, grants, partnerships, community development, child welfare, humanitarian work or beneficiary verification would be an advantage.