The Orphanage Visit Initiative (OVI) is an initiative aimed at visiting orphanages periodically to bring succour, joy and excitement to the residents of these homes by donating food and household items. Our previous visits have brought greater awareness and support to these homes.
Join us for this year’s edition by giving your time, food stuffs, clothes, toys, shoes, books, cash, etc so that we can reach more homes.
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Job Title: Program and Evaluation Officer Location: Ondo State, Nigeria Job Summary We are seeking a dedicated Program and Evaluation Officer to join our team. This key role involves overseeing the development, implementation, and evaluation of our programs. You will ensure that our programs are effective, impactful, and aligned with our vision and mission. Key Responsibilities 1. Support the overall management and coordination of the organization’s programs, including designing program components, setting goals, and ensuring objectives are achieved. 2. Develop winning proposals and concepts that can be submitted for possible funding to donors and private sectors. 3. Initiate innovate strategies that can be used to improve the organization’s activities through the use of information technology. 4. Support the Executive Director in the evaluation and monitoring of the program’s effectiveness through data collection, outcome assessment, and feedback integration. 5. Utilize evaluation findings to refine implementation processes, address challenges, and enhance program impact. 6. Ensure all mentorship activities align with program goals and standards, maintaining program quality and impact. 7. Prepare detailed reports and assessments on program performance for decision-making and improvement, to be shared with the Executive Director and other stakeholders. Qualifications Interest or background in Social Sciences, Education, Public Administration,
World Diabetes Day serves as a global reminder of the growing impact of diabetes on millions of people worldwide. In Nigeria, diabetes continues to be a rising health concern, with many unaware of the importance of early detection, prevention, and management. At Kids & Teens Resource Centre, we took a hands-on approach to raise awareness and educate communities about diabetes through a powerful outreach event at Isikan Market, Akure, Ondo State on World Diabetes Day. A Day of Health and Awareness at World Diabetes Day Outreach In collaboration with our dedicated sister NGOs, including The Speaking Voice of Hope for the Less Privileged Initiative, John Lucy Development Initiative, MercySpeak, and ELROI Ministries, we embarked on a mission to bring life-saving health checks and valuable information to the heart of Isikan Market. This collaborative effort allowed us to directly engage with the community, providing essential services and offering crucial knowledge to over 50 individuals. The aim was simple: To educate, to empower, and to provide the tools needed for better health. Key Highlights of Our World Diabetes Day Outreach Free Health Checks: We conducted free blood sugar and blood pressure tests for community members, offering an early warning system for
Kids & Teens Resource Centre (K&TRC) is a non-profit and a non-governmental organization founded in 2002 to advance, promote and support efforts of government and other stakeholders involved in children and young people developmental initiatives. Available Position: Finance Officer Experience: 3 years Location: Ondo Position Overview: The Finance Officer (FO) will be responsible for accounting, monitoring, controlling, managing, funds and budgets at the local level. The FO will ensure all project expenses align with Project Agreements, maintain accounts according to K&TRC policies and donor obligations, and support internal controls and financial procedures. Key Responsibilities: Assist in overseeing project funds and budgets. Ensure compliance with donor contractual obligations and K&TRC policies. Record all financial transactions (bank, cash, accruals) according to K&TRC policies. Maintain inventory of office equipment and fixed assets. Manage payments, ensuring accuracy and appropriateness of invoices. Ensure timely entry of accounting operations into QUICKBOOKS. Disseminate finance procedures and anti-corruption policies to branches and project staff. Produce accurate and timely financial reports. Manage advances to staff and ensures proper documentation and classification of financial documents. Requirements: Essential: Degree in Finance/Accounts or equivalent experience. (ACA/MBA/CA, ICAN, ANAN, or equivalent is a plus.) Minimum of three years of relevant experience in financial
Community Dialogue on Climate Action: A Step Towards Resilient Communities in Nigeria In an important initiative to combat the pressing challenges of climate change in Nigeria, Kids & Teens Resource Centre (K&TRC) hosted a pivotal Community Dialogue in Akure. This event was part of the “Empowering Civil Society to Build Stronger Communities in Nigeria” project, also recognized as the #ClimateActionForStrongerNaija initiative, proudly sponsored by the Nigeria Youth Sustainable Development Goals Initiative (NGYouthSDGs) and supported by the German Embassy in Nigeria. The Community Dialogue convened a diverse group of stakeholders. Thus, creating a platform for vital discussions aimed at developing local strategies to address climate change. Among the participants were youth groups, people with disabilities, civil society organizations, religious and traditional leaders, and key government officials, all coming together to brainstorm actionable solutions to mitigate climate-related impacts. The event kicked off with opening remarks from our Executive Director, Mrs. Folashade Bamigboye. She highlighted the importance of collective action and urged all attendees to take ownership of the climate dialogue. “This conversation is crucial now more than ever,” she noted. “We must unite to formulate practical action plans that address the environmental challenges we face at the grassroots level.” Mr. Emmanuel Adamolekun,
