Wednesday 17 December 2014

VACANCIES IN A LEADING INDIGENOUS NGO



We are a leading and reputable indigenous non-governmental organization implementing a comprehensive family –focused HIV/AIDS prevention, care and treatment program in partnership with the different tiers of the Government of Nigeria at national, state, local and site levels. In line with the broadened scope of our work, the need for increase staff capacity around specific areas have emerged. We therefore require the services of resourceful, experienced and dynamic professional for the following positions:
1.       ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR; HUMAN RESOURCES:(Location: Abuja; email;associatedirectorhr@yahoo.com)
Under the supervision of the Director Management support services, the position will manage employee relations and issues; provide advice regarding compensation and benefits; manage employee recruitment, onboarding and retention activities; update and monitor policies and procedures; manage various people-related projects and ensure compliance with Nigerian Labour laws and organization policies and procedures

Qualification, Knowledge Skills, and Ability:
·         Degree in Social Sciences or Management and a Master’s degree desired
·         At least 5 years of progressive management and supervisory experience managing donor-funded projects, grants and /or co-operative agreements.
·          Proven track record in grant writing including but not limited to international donor grants, capacity building proposals and funding requests to private and public foundations.
·          Knowledge of grants and grants administration systems, processes and budgeting. Must have in-depth knowledge of relevant USG or other donor rules and regulations (e.g USG, DFID, WorldBank, Global Fund).

2.       GRANT OFFICER: (Location: Abuja; email;Grantofficer12@yahoo.com)
Incumbent will act as the primary contact for all contract, grants, and agreements. Review program/project proposals to ensure technical compliance and consistency with organizational programs units. Ensure full compliance with legal and documentation requirements for all procurement activities in accordance with the requirement of CDC/USG and other donor. Coordinate Institutional responses to projects bids and ensure narrative addresses all elements of Request for Proposals (RFP) or Request for applications (RFA). Ensure ongoing monitoring of grants program goals and monthly performance reports as required.
Qualification, Knowledge Skills, and Ability:
·         Degree in Social Sciences or Management and a Master’s degree desired
·         At least 5 years of progressive management and supervisory experience managing donor-funded projects, grants and /or cooperative agreements.
·         Proven track record in grant writing including but not limited to international donor grants, capacity building proposals and funding requests to private and public foundations.
·         Knowledge of grants and grants administration systems, processes and budgeting. Must have in-depth knowledge of relevant USG or other donor rules and regulations (e.g USG, DFID, WorldBank, Global Fund).

3.       BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING ASSOCIATE(# 2)(Location:Abuja; email;benuebioengr@yahoo.com)( kadunabioengr@yahoo.com)
Incumbent will support the equipment management program of the organization. Support installation, maintenance and repair plan for medical/laboratory equipment across supported sites to ensure that they are functional and at optimum performance level. Supervise equipment installation by vendor and trainings for supported user facility staff on usage and maintenance of such equipment. Conduct trainings for laboratory Scientists/technician to perform regular maintenance for equipment and ensure continuity.
Qualification, Knowledge Skills, and Ability:
·         B.SC or HND in Biomedical Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering or related discipline.
·         At least 5 years’ experience in the installation and maintenance of laboratory equipment and analyzers
·         Experience in maintaining equipment like Vitros DT 60 II, V250, Sysmex, Cobas, PartecCyflow analyzers.
·         A Medical Laboratory background will be an added advantage.
·         Registration with the Nigerian Institute for Biomedical Engineering

4.       PREVENTION SERVICE MANAGER: (Location: Abuja; email;prevservicemgr@yahoo.com)
The successful candidate will provide leadership and strengthen capacity in the effective implementation of HIV Sexual Transmission Prevention (HIV STP) and HIV Medical Transmission Prevention (HIM MTP) services. Incumbent will have strong competences and experience in HTC and HIV prevention activities.
Qualification, Knowledge Skills, and Ability:
·         Advanced Degree in Medicine, Public Health or related field (MD preferred)
·          At least 7 years post NYSC experience working in health care system in Nigeria.
·         At least 3 years HIV programming experience and skills with an international NGO or agency. Senior Behaviour

5.       SENIOR BEHAVIOUR CHANGE AND COMMUNICTION ASSOCIATE:(Location:Abuja; email;sbccassocabuja@yahoo.com)
Incumbent will coordinate and provide technical assistant for all SBC support activities as part of the program. Provide technical assistance in the design, implementation and evaluation of SBC/Community Mobilization activities. Coordinates the adaptation/development of IEC/Media materials for the program and also work closely with the various sub-grantees to design and deliver communications interventions for behavior change target group. Provide technical support to build the capacity of local sub-grantees; work with CBOs and other staff to facilitate the transfer of skills to people living with HIV/AIDS and their families for prevention, support and care. Assist in the application of program evaluation results, Newsletters, maintain communication websites, and prepare reports.
Qualification, Knowledge Skills, and Ability:
·         A Degree in Public Health, Behavioural Science, Health communication, Health promotion and Education, or related field (or its equivalent)
·         At least 4 years post NYSC working experience in supporting SBCC/IEC programs and health promotion and health education. Experience in behavioural based strategic information (SI).
·         Ability to apply research to health initiatives. Demonstrated ability to develop creative programs, networks, linkages with clients and collaborating organizations.
·         Familiarity with USAID programs highly desired.

6.       SENIOR ADHERENCE ASSOCIATE: (Location: Abuja; email;esopediatrics@yahoo.com)
Incumbent serves as a resource for the evaluation of ongoing pediatrics care and treatment programs, and subsequent development of new and / or expanded programs for the care treatment of HIV/AIDS in infants, children, and teenager. Perform site visits and assessments of treatment facilities to assess, initiate, and enhance pediatric care and treatment services. Develop linkages with PMTCT programs to ensure follow-up of HIV –exposed infants.
Qualification, Knowledge Skills, and Ability:
·         A Degree in Public Health, Nursing or strongly related discipline is required.
·         At least 5 years post NYSC Clinical experience in HIV/AIDS care and antiretroviral treatment.
·         Experience in managing Pediatrics patients and health care program development.
·         Excellent grasp of clinical issues and current literature in Pediatrics, HIV/AIDS.
·         Training facilitation experience and technical skills to support facility staff in HIV/AIDS prevention, care and treatment.

7.       PHARMACY/LOGISTICS ASSOCIATE: (Location: Abuja; email;pharmacylogistics@yahoo.com)
Incumbent will plan and support the delivery of high quality pharmaceutical care services and the implementation of an efficient health commodity logistics system for the organization in accordance with donor requirements and stipulated guidelines of the Federal Government of Nigeria. Assist in managing the pharmaceutical care aspect of the HIV care and treatment program.
Qualification, Knowledge Skills, and Ability:
·         Bachelor’s degree in relevant Science or Management field.
·         Registration with Pharmacy Council of Nigeria
·         At least 2 years’ experience working as a hospital based pharmacist.
·         Must have knowledge of and experience with HIV care and treatment medication.
·         Must have previous experience working in a multidisciplinary team in a clinical setting.

8.       SENIOR STRATEGIC INFORMATION OFFICER: (Location: Abuja; email;snrsia@yahoo.com)
Incumbent provides technical leadership at the state and support the planning and implementation of Strategic Information (SI) activities. Collaborate with the respective state to drive the lead partner agenda of the USG and Government of Nigeria in SI activities and the establishment of a systematic process for routine tracking and reporting and use of programmatic services statistics across all supported entities. Drive the implementation of sustainable patient-level database plan including supervision, management and service statistics, quality assurance across all support entities and projects.
Qualification, Knowledge Skills, and Ability:
·         Bachelor’s Degree in Epidemiology, Sociology, Behavioural Science, Biostatistics, Public Health, and International Health. Master’s degree in related discipline.
·         At least 7 years post NYSC experience in monitoring and evaluation of health programs, preferably related to HIV/AIDS and reproductive health (maternal and newborn health experience), including the use of data to inform decision making, communication, planning resource allocation and other strategic initiatives.
·         Quantitative and analytical skills and ability ti communicate technical information clearly and effectively both technical and non-technical colleagues.

9.       STRATEGIC INFORMATION OFFICER: (Location: Benue; email;SIAssociate@yahoo.com)
Incumbent will assist in providing technical support in the planning and implementation of Strategic Information (SI) activities at supported health facilities. Development and refinement of strategic Information materials. Provide support in the development of a systematic procedure for monthly patient monitoring and programmatic progress. Support routine data quality checks in all supported sites. Collect, collate and report all data tracked by the program. Support Data Clerks to verify and edit data to ensure compatibility with data entry system and procedural requirements. Mentor facility staff to ensure that the data entered into hospital database is accurate, consistent and according to prescribed format.
Qualification, Knowledge Skills, and Ability:
·         Degree in Medical Record, Statistics or any discipline in the Social Sciences.
·         At least 2 years’ working experience in the implementation and management of health Strategic Information system (HIV/AIDS Programming preferred)
·         High-level computer skills using MS Excel, MS Access, SPSS and /or SAS and Epi-Info Windos
·         Basic data management and analysis skills
·         Knowledge of electronic medical records system and deployment of database system for patient monitoring an asset.
·         Excellent interpersonal skills
GENERAL REQUIREMENT:
·         All position require proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office suit, Computer applications and Internet/Email
·         Effective written and verbal communication and presentation skills are essential.
·         Significant amounts of travel may be involved
·         Commitment to and understanding of organization’s vision, values and principles including rights-based/gender approaches would be expected.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
·         The organization offers highly competitive salary packages for all positions
·         Appointment for these positions will be subject to a probatory period; and local terms and conditions are applicable
METHOD OF APPLICATION:
Interested candidates should apply by email with CV and a suitability statement as Microsoft Word attached to the specified emails indicated for each vacancy position (listed against each position/job location) not later than two weeks from the date of this publication. The subject of the email should be the POSITION TITLE and LOCATION applied for and the applicants’ full name e.g Admin Associate Kaduna Kelvin Mohammed. Applications that do not meet the above specification will be rejected. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Source: Tuesday Guardian; 16th December, 2014

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