This is an exciting opportunity to lead the work of a highly respected NGO in the Niger Delta, established in 2004. We have built our reputation through our pragmatic, collaborative approach to bringing about positive change in a difficult environment; our grassroots presence in the Niger Delta; and our deep knowledge and understanding of the context in which we work. Having experienced the impacts of Covid-19 and the shifting donor landscape – particularly in the UK – we have rebuilt our work over the past two years and SDN is currently on a growth trajectory. Our existing Executive Director is standing down for personal reasons, and we are now seeking an individual who can pick this up. The immediate priorities for the Executive Director will be to ensure our improved fundraising activities remain on track and we continue to build a diverse network of donors; and to lead the development of a new strategy to ensure SDN’s work remains relevant to the challenges that communities face in the Niger Delta. Our existing Executive Director is planning to remain at SDN until approximately the middle of summer this year, to provide the successful candidate with an extended handover.

Job title: Executive Director

Job Location: London office and home working (you should have the ability to work from the office two days a week and to attend wider external meetings/events, usually in London, as necessary). There is also an expectation of regular travel to Nigeria (particularly Port Harcourt, Abuja and Lagos), approximately two-three times a year for two weeks.

Reporting to: SDN Board

Hours: Full-time (we are open to flexible arrangements, which can be discussed during the application process) – normal office hours, 35 hours a week, 9am-5pm.

Salary: up to £60,000 per annum.

Application Process: Please review the job description carefully. Applications should be made by 11:30 pm 19/02/23 by email to info@sdn.ngo quoting the reference ‘ED23’ in the subject line. Please provide:

• Your CV
• A two-page maximum cover letter, which explicitly addresses each point in the person specification.

Interviews for the role will be held in person, at our office in London. Your application will be reviewed but only shortlisted candidates will receive further correspondence. If you have not heard from us by 19/03/23, please assume your application was unsuccessful on this occasion.

If you would like to discuss the role further before applying, please contact info@sdn.ngo.