Oxfam Country Director Jobs in Nigeria

Oxfam Country Director Jobs in Nigeria; The Country Director will oversee a dynamic Country Leadership Team and manage an annual budget of €3 million. This role will ensure that all operations align with Oxfam’s policies and compliance requirements, including the Code of Conduct, Security, Health and Safety protocols, and Nigerian legislation.

Acting as Oxfam’s principal representative in Nigeria and the ECOWAS region, the Country Director builds and strengthens strategic alliances with government, international agencies, donors, civil society, and media. The role also maintains high-level donor engagement, drives innovation across all programming areas, and ensures effective risk management across security, finance, compliance, and brand reputation.

Reporting to the Deputy Director for Oxfam in Africa and accountable to the Country Forum, this is a critical leadership role in one of Oxfam’s most strategically important countries.

What we're looking for

The ideal candidate will be a strategic and inspirational leader with extensive experience operating within complex humanitarian and development contexts. Demonstrated expertise in managing diverse, multi-disciplinary teams across geographically dispersed settings is essential, particularly with a leadership approach grounded in feminist and inclusive values.

A strong track record in risk management, compliance, and maintaining high standards across financial oversight, safety, and operational delivery within an international NGO environment is required.

The position calls for high levels of political acumen and emotional intelligence to influence effectively at both national and regional levels, coupled with a nuanced understanding of power dynamics and the challenges confronting civil society actors in Nigeria and the broader region.

Proven capabilities in building strategic partnerships, securing institutional funding, and engaging a wide range of stakeholders;

including governmental bodies and community-based organization; are critical to success in this role.

Alignment with Oxfam’s core values of inclusion, accountability, empowerment, courage, solidarity, and equality is essential, as is a demonstrated commitment to advancing gender justice and leading with humility, clarity of vision, and boldness.

Why join us.

This is more than a leadership role; it’s an opportunity to shape the future of a nation and region. At Oxfam, you’ll be part of a global community driven by social justice, equity, and rights. As Country Director, you’ll influence systems, strengthen partnerships, and lead humanitarian and development efforts that have the power to transform lives.

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; Oxfam Country Director Jobs in Nigeria

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