Latest Jobs at the Society for Family Health (SFH), Thursday 21, September 2017

Society for Family Health (SFH) is one of the leading public health non-governmental organisations (NGOs) in Nigeria, implementing programmes in reproductive health/family planning, HIV and AIDS prevention, primary health care system strengthening and maternal and child health. SFH works in partnership with the Federal and State Governments of Nigeria, the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), and the Global Fund among other international donors. We seek to recruit qualified persons as a result of growth in the organisation. We offer professionals opportunities for career advancement, a good working environment and competitive remuneration.

BRAND ADVISOR

JOB PROFILE

The successful candidate will work with the Social Business Enterprise (SBE) team and will perform the following duties:

The successful candidate will develop, deploy and manage e-commerce branding

The successful candidate will manage all SFH-SBE brand ambassadors, review contractual terms and recommend new actions, views or partners

The successful candidate will lead all business marketing as well as identify new strategies used for generating online sales.

The successful candidate will develop advertising design, lead review and critique web design software

The successful candidate will lead on identification of viable web-based platforms;

The successful candidate will support the development of contractual agreements with prospective partners andmonitor all partnership with the view to ensure value for money

The successful candidate will provide periodic forecast projections following evidence based statistics

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

First Degree (BSc. Or HND) in Business, Marketing, Computer, Internet Marketing or a closely related field.

An entrepreneurial leader with a minimum of 6 years Post NYSC.

A leader in the brand management sector with hands-on experience developing, deploying and managing brandpreferably in an advertising agency

A master degree will be an added advantage

Strong skills in people management, financial management and budget control

Knowledge of ongoing and emerging issues in Nigeria FMCG market and changing retail scenarios includingemergence of large chains, major mall and online based retailers.

Excellent communication including computer literacy, advocacy, organisational, networking and interpersonalskills.


COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The compensation package for this position is very attractive and designed to attract, motivate and retain talented candidates.

E-COMMERCE ASSOCIATE

JOB PROFILE

The successful candidate will work under the Social Business Enterprise (SBE) team and will perform the following duties:

The successful candidate will develop, deploy and managing all e-commerce strategies

The successful candidate will take the lead on all business marketing liaison/strategies as well as the identification and recommendations of technology to be used for generating online sales.

The successful candidate will develop advertising design for all e-commerce platforms

The successful candidate will lead on all periodic reviews of SBE web design & software

The successful candidate will lead on identification of viable web-based platforms;

The successful candidate will support the development of contractual agreements with prospective partners and monitor all partnership with the view to ensure value for money

The successful candidate will provide periodic forecast projections following evidence based statistics

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

First Degree (BSc. Or HND) in Business, Marketing, Computer, Internet Marketing or a closely related field.

An entrepreneurial leader with a minimum of 3 years post NYSC.

Hands on knowledge and experience in developing, executing and growing products presence online and in fulfilling sales targets

Knowledge of ongoing and emerging issues in Nigeria FMCG market and changing retail scenarios including emergence of large chains, major mall and online retailers

Excellent skills in business marketing as well as the technology used for generating online sales is essential.

Some experience in advertising design, ability to review and critique web design software and of Web analytic software will be an advantage

Possession of excellent communication, advocacy, organisational skills.

Must possess excellent skills in people management, financial management and budget control

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The compensation package for this position is very attractive and designed to attract, motivate and retain talented candidates.

Demand Creation Representative (DCR)

Rivers  Application email  dcrrivers@sfhnigeria.org

Ondo Application email    dcrondo@sfhnigeria.org

Oyo Application email  dcroyo@sfhnigeria.org

JOB PROFILE

This is an officer position reporting to the Area Sales Manager.

The successful candidate will be responsible for promoting and increasing access to SFH ethical products across the states of the territory.

The person will be responsible for demand creation among providers and caregivers, identification and engagement of new service delivery points and effective engagement/management of trade channel members and professional bodies.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

First degree in pharmaceutical sciences (B.Pharm.)

Minimum of one (1) year post NYSC experience working in a reputable pharmaceutical establishment

In-depth product knowledge, good selling and medical detailing skills

Passion for the job and readiness to go the extra mile

Good analytical and critical thinking skills

Excellent people management and motivation skills

High level of integrity

Accountability and ownership of tasks and results

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The compensation package for this position is very attractive and designed to attract, motivate and retain talented candidates.

PHARMACY ASSOCIATE SCHEME (PAS) – SBE

Owerri Application Link  PAS-Owerri@sfhnigeria.org

Port Harcourt Application Link  PAS-PHC@sfhnigeria.org

Lagos Application Link  PAS-Lagos@sfhnigeria.org

JOB PROFILE

This is an opportunity aimed at building the sales and marketing skills of fresh pharmacy graduates.

The associate will be responsible for promoting and increasing access to SFH ethical products across the states of the territory.

The person will be responsible for demand creation among providers and caregivers, identification and engagement of new service delivery points and effective engagement/management of trade channel members and professional bodies.

The associate will be reporting to the Area Sales manager.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

First Degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences (B.Pharm.)

Minimum of NYSC experience working in a reputable pharmaceutical establishment

In-depth product knowledge, good selling and medical detailing skills

Passion for the job and readiness to go the extra mile

Good analytical and critical thinking skills

Excellent people management and motivation skills

High level of integrity

Accountability and ownership of tasks and results

Compensation & Benefits

The compensation package for this position is very attractive and designed to attract, motivate and retain talented candidates.

TO APPLY

Use the email(s) below to apply.

Brand Advisor – ba-sbe@sfhnigeria.org

E-Commerce Associate – eca-sbe@sfhnigeria.org

Applicants should forward a one-page application letter (using the position reference as the subject), addressed to the “Director, Human Resources”,

Note

Applicants should send the application, as well as a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae clearly indicating current telephone numbers, e-mail address and contact details to the email address beside the job you are applying for.

Please include the names and contact details (including telephone and e-mail addresses) of three referees who are knowledgeable about your professional achievements.

All applications will be treated in confidence. Candidates without the minimum requirements need not apply.

We thank prospective applicants for their interest in working with SFH, however only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

DUE DATE: 30 September, 2017

Latest Jobs at the Society for Family Health (SFH), Thursday 21, September 2017

Senior Programme Officer (SPO) at Society for Family Health (SFH)

Society for Family Health (SFH) is one of the leading public health NGOs in Nigeria, implementing programmes in reproductive health, HIV&AIDS prevention, and maternal and child health.

SFH works in partnership with the Federal and State Governments of Nigeria, the British Department for International Development (DFID) and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), as well as the Global Fund to fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria among other international donors. We seek to recruit qualified persons due to new programme initiatives and growth. We offer professionals opportunities for career advancement, a good working environment and competitive remuneration.

Job Title: Senior Programme Officer (SPO) – Triage Nurse and Medical Records Officer

Job Description

• This is a Senior Officer position reporting to the State Team Leader (STL) in the region.


• The successful person will be responsible for conducting brief clinical assessments that determine the clinical urgency of the clients’ presenting health concerns and culminate with the allocation of a care category, which determines the time and sequence in which they receive services.


• The Triage Nurse will also serve as the Medical Records Officer and is responsible for managing client records; ensuring accurate data entry, filing/archiving and retrievals.


• S/He will provide comprehensive triage (in-clinic and/or mobile) and clinical assessment service to clients resulting in safe and appropriate clinical decisions that reflect their healthcare needs.


• S/He will initiate appropriate nursing interventions (e.g. first aid and emergency interventions) to improve client outcomes and secure the safety of clients and clinic staff, facilitate the triage process using clinical knowledge and appropriate interpersonal skills, demonstrating empathy and understanding.

Qualifications

• Must possess a university degree in Nursing or completion of an accredited nursing programme.


• Must be a Triage qualified Registered Nurse.


• Possession of Master’s Degree in Public Health or related field would be added advantage.

Skills and Experience

• Must possess minimum of 3 years’ experience in nursing practice including the practice of triage.


• Must have experience in maintaining accurate computerized triage assessment records.


• Must possess experience in organizing.


• Must possess good relationship management/ interpersonal skills.


• Must possess good report writing and data interpretation skills.


• Presentation skills.

Location 
Nasarawa

Closing Date: 14th September 2016.

APPLY HERE

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Senior Programme Officer (SPO) at Society for Family Health (SFH)

Senior Officer- Internal Control Unit at Society for Family Health (SFH)

Society for Family Health (SFH) is one of the leading public health NGOs in Nigeria, implementing programmes in reproductive health, HIV&AIDS prevention, and maternal and child health.

SFH works in partnership with the Federal and State Governments of Nigeria, the British Department for International Development (DFID) and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), as well as the Global Fund to fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria among other international donors. We seek to recruit qualified persons due to new programme initiatives and growth. We offer professionals opportunities for career advancement, a good working environment and competitive remuneration.

Job Title: Senior Officer- Internal Control Unit  

Job Description

• The incumbent will be reporting to the Manager Internal Control Unit. The successful candidate will conduct audit of Adolescent 360 sub-recipients/sub-contractors’ financial reports, assess internal control system, manage verification of assets, and ensure compliance with contract terms and donor rules and regulations.


• S/He will review Adolescent 360 Fund transactions in SFH field offices and in the head office operations to ensure compliance with policies and procedures as per SFH and Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF) and Children’s Investment Fund Foundation (CIFF) financial reporting and other regulations.


• S/He will conduct investigation or forensic audit, if fraudulent activities are suspected; participate in fixed assets verification exercise, bank cheques and other accountable forms.


• The successful candidate will review tax computations and other statutory requirements (e.g. PAYE, Pension, NHF, etc) to ensure compliance as well as conduct audits of cash funds at the head office and field offices.

Qualifications
Must possess a first degree (BSc/HND) in Accounting or any related field. ACA and/or master’s degree is an added advantage.

Skills and Experience

• Must possess minimum three (3) years post NYSC work experience


• Must possess a broad knowledge of accounting software packages especially SAP.


• Must possess excellent planning and organisational skills.


• Must be able to work with minimal supervision.


• Must possess a high level of integrity and responsibility.

Location

Abuja

Closing Date: 14th September, 2016.

APPLY HERE

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Senior Officer- Internal Control Unit at Society for Family Health (SFH)

Manager/Deputy Manager at Society for Family Health (SFH)

Society for Family Health (SFH) is one of the leading public health NGOs in Nigeria, implementing programmes in reproductive health, HIV&AIDS prevention, and maternal and child health.

SFH works in partnership with the Federal and State Governments of Nigeria, the British Department for International Development (DFID) and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), as well as the Global Fund to fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria among other international donors. We seek to recruit qualified persons due to new programme initiatives and growth. We offer professionals opportunities for career advancement, a good working environment and competitive remuneration.

Job Title: Manager/Deputy Manager

Job Description

• This is a Manager/Deputy Manager position reporting to the Assistant Director, Prevention Advisor for Key Population Interventions.


• The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, management and implementation of HIV Prevention among Key Populations, particularly female sex workers (brothel and non-brothel based). S/He will be responsible for the management of systems strengthening and institutional and structural frameworks of the project for state-level stakeholders.


• S/He will ensure improvement in continuum of community and facility based prevention, care and treatment for Key Populations.


• S/He will oversee and ensure proper coordination and implementation of evidence-informed comprehensive behaviour change communication programmes to address HIV prevention, treatment, care and support needs for key target populations.

Qualifications

• First degree in Social/Medical/Biological/Behavioural Sciences from a recognized institution.


• Master’s degree in Public Health or any relevant field will be an added advantage.

Skills and Experience

• Must possess minimum of seven (7) years post NYSC experience in managing HIV and/or other health-related programmes, Behaviour Change Communication and experience in policy work, advocacy and systems strengthening.


• Must possess experience in quantification and drug distribution scheme.


• Must understand the culture and traditions of people in the territory.


• Must have a high sense of responsibility, integrity and drive for continuous learning and knowledge sharing.


• Must be able to work with minimal supervision and function effectively as a team member and as the supervisor of a large team.

Location
Nasarawa

Closing Date: 14th September 2016.

APPLY HERE

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Manager/Deputy Manager at Society for Family Health (SFH)

Clinical Supervisor (CS) at Society for Family Health (SFH)

Society for Family Health (SFH) is one of the leading public health NGOs in Nigeria, implementing programmes in reproductive health, HIV&AIDS prevention, and maternal and child health.

SFH works in partnership with the Federal and State Governments of Nigeria, the British Department for International Development (DFID) and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), as well as the Global Fund to fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria among other international donors. We seek to recruit qualified persons due to new programme initiatives and growth. We offer professionals opportunities for career advancement, a good working environment and competitive remuneration.

Job Title: Clinical Supervisor (CS)

Job Description

• This is an Assistant Manager position reporting to the State Team Leader (STL) in the region. This position will be responsible for ensuring direct provision of Anti-Retroviral Therapy (ART) services in an integrated community health centre setting, developing and maintaining collaborative relationships with community stakeholders and evaluating service delivery outcomes.


• S/He will work with programme team to develop and/or review Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for the provision of ART services to Key Populations.


• S/He will provide ART services to Key Populations in line with current World health Organisation (WHO) recommendations and national guidelines both at the One-Stop-Shop (OSS) and through mobile ART.


• S/He will oversee clinical HIV treatment protocols in each clinical department to reflect the needs of the target population and ensure consistency of treatment services throughout the OSS.


• S/He will be responsible for effective management and supervision of clinicians, health service providers, volunteers and case managers at the OSS as well as mobile ART teams.

Qualifications

• Must possess a medical degree (MBBS, MBChB, or MBBCh) from a recognized institution


• Possession of Master’s Degree in Public Health or related field would be added advantages

Skills and Experience

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience supervising and coordinating the direct provision of Anti-Retroviral Therapy (ART) services in an integrated community health centre setting.


• Knowledge of global and national HIV treatment standards and licensure requirements.


• Leadership/mentoring skills and good interpersonal skills.


• Advanced written and verbal communication skills.


• Advanced knowledge of and experience using MS office packages including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook among others.


• High level of integrity.


• Must possess good relationship management/ advocacy skills.


• Must possess good report writing, data interpretation and presentation skills.

Location
Abuja

Closing Date: 14th September, 2016.

APPLY HERE 

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Clinical Supervisor (CS) at Society for Family Health (SFH)

Clinical Supervisor (CS) at Society for Family Health

Society for Family Health (SFH) is one of the leading public health NGOs in Nigeria, implementing programmes in reproductive health, HIV&AIDS prevention, and maternal and child health. SFH works in partnership with the Federal and State Governments of Nigeria, the British Department for International Development (DFID) and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), as well as the Global Fund to fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria among other international donors. We seek to recruit qualified persons due to new programme initiatives and growth. We offer professionals opportunities for career advancement, a good working environment and competitive remuneration.

Job Title: Clinical Supervisor (CS)

Job Description

• This is an Assistant Manager position reporting to the State Team Leader (STL) in the region. This position will be responsible for ensuring direct provision of Anti-Retroviral Therapy (ART) services in an integrated community health centre setting, developing and maintaining collaborative relationships with community stakeholders and evaluating service delivery outcomes.


• S/He will work with programme team to develop and/or review Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for the provision of ART services to Key Populations.


• S/He will provide ART services to Key Populations in line with current World health Organisation (WHO) recommendations and national guidelines both at the One-Stop-Shop (OSS) and through mobile ART.


• S/He will oversee clinical HIV treatment protocols in each clinical department to reflect the needs of the target population and ensure consistency of treatment services throughout the OSS.


• S/He will be responsible for effective management and supervision of clinicians, health service providers, volunteers and case managers at the OSS as well as mobile ART teams.

Qualifications

• Must possess a medical degree (MBBS, MBChB, or MBBCh) from a recognized institution


• Possession of Master’s Degree in Public Health or related field would be added advantage.

Skills and Experience

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience supervising and coordinating the direct provision of Anti-Retroviral Therapy (ART) services in an integrated community health centre setting.


• Knowledge of global and national HIV treatment standards and licensure requirements.


• Leadership/mentoring skills and good interpersonal skills.


• Advanced written and verbal communication skills.


• Advanced knowledge of and experience using MS office packages including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook among others.


• High level of integrity.


• Must possess good relationship management/ advocacy skills.


• Must possess good report writing, data interpretation and presentation skills.

Location
Akwa-Ibom

Closing Date: 14th September, 2016.

Note

• Applicants will be required to register on the SAP recruitment portal, providing their detailed information.


• Subsequently, a registration confirmation will be received at the registered email address.


• On receipt of the registration confirmation, return to the SFH website, log-in to the recruitment portal and apply for the vacant position of choice.


• Do note that all applicants will need to carefully follow the instructions provided on the website and should be ready to upload a CV.


• Please note that attempts to apply for a position not qualified for will result in automatic disqualification by the system. 

APPLY HERE

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Clinical Supervisor (CS) at Society for Family Health

Senior Programme Officer (SPO) - Pharmaceutical Services at Society for Family Health

Society for Family Health (SFH) is one of the leading public health NGOs in Nigeria, implementing programmes in reproductive health, HIV&AIDS prevention, and maternal and child health. SFH works in partnership with the Federal and State Governments of Nigeria, the British Department for International Development (DFID) and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), as well as the Global Fund to fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria among other international donors. We seek to recruit qualified persons due to new programme initiatives and growth. We offer professionals opportunities for career advancement, a good working environment and competitive remuneration.

Job Title: Senior Programme Officer 

Job Description

• This is a Senior Officer position reporting to the State Team Leader (STL) in the region.


• The successful candidate will be responsible for the delivery of quality antiretroviral therapy (ART) services, through ensuring an efficient supply of medicines and delivering client-oriented services to promote appropriate use.


• S/he will manage the Pharmacy Unit to ensure excellent delivery of pharmaceutical care and uninterrupted supply of anti-retroviral drugs and other relevant medications.


• S/he will also ensure that the project maintains Good Pharmacy Practice and Standards in clinical service delivery.

Qualifications

• Must possess a university degree in degree (Bachelor of Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Services/Doctor of Pharmacy) from a recognized institution.


• Possession of Master’s Degree in Public Health or related field would be added advantage.

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience working in public health programs, with a focus on HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment.


• Must possess a proven record of working in a multi-disciplinary environment and implementing health projects conducted with disease control programmes in low-income countries.


• Must possess extensive knowledge of the ART regime and current global/national guidelines for dispensing ARV.


• High level of integrity.


• Must possess good relationship management/ advocacy skills.


• Must possess good report writing and data interpretation skills.


• Presentation skills.

Location
Akwa-Ibom

Closing Date: 14th September 2016.

Note

• Applicants will be required to register on the SFH SAP recruitment portal, providing their detailed information.


• Subsequently, a registration confirmation will be received at the registered email address.


• On receipt of the registration confirmation, the applicant will return to the SFH website, log-in to the recruitment portal and apply for the vacant position.


• Do note that all applicants will need to carefully follow the instructions provided on the website and should be ready to upload a CV.

APPLY HERE

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Senior Programme Officer (SPO) - Pharmaceutical Services at Society for Family Health

Job Recruitment at The Society for Family Health (SFH), Friday 9, September 2016

Society for Family Health (SFH) is one of the leading public health NGOs in Nigeria, implementing programmes in reproductive health, HIV&AIDS prevention, and maternal and child health. SFH works in partnership with the Federal and State Governments of Nigeria, the British Department for International Development (DFID) and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), as well as the Global Fund to fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria among other international donors. We seek to recruit qualified persons due to new programme initiatives and growth. We offer professionals opportunities for career advancement, a good working environment and competitive remuneration.

We require competent candidate for the following vacant positions below:

SENIOR OFFICER- INTERNAL CONTROL UNIT

Job Reference Codes: SoffIntContabj-ext

Location: Abuja

JOB PROFILE

The incumbent will be reporting to the Manager Internal Control Unit. The successful candidate will conduct audit of Adolescent 360 sub-recipients/sub-contractors’ financial reports, assess internal control system, manage verification of assets, and ensure compliance with contract terms and donor rules and regulations.

S/He will review Adolescent 360 Fund transactions in SFH field offices and in the head office operations to ensure compliance with policies and procedures as per SFH and Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF) and Children’s Investment Fund Foundation (CIFF) financial reporting and other regulations.

S/He will conduct investigation or forensic audit, if fraudulent activities are suspected; participate in fixed assets verification exercise, bank cheques and other accountable forms.

The successful candidate will review tax computations and other statutory requirements (e.g. PAYE, Pension, NHF, etc) to ensure compliance as well as conduct audits of cash funds at the head office and field offices.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

The desired candidate:

Must possess a first degree (BSc/HND) in Accounting or any related field. ACA and/or master’s degree is an added advantage.

Must possess minimum three (3) years post NYSC work experience

Must possess a broad knowledge of accounting software packages especially SAP.

Must possess excellent planning and organisational skills.

Must be able to work with minimal supervision.

Must possess a high level of integrity and responsibility.

MANAGER/DEPUTY MANAGER, STATE TEAM LEADER (SHIPS FOR MARPS)

Job Reference Code: STLNASA-ext

JOB PROFILE

This is a Manager/Deputy Manager position reporting to the Assistant Director, Prevention Advisor for Key Population Interventions.

The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, management and implementation of HIV Prevention among Key Populations, particularly female sex workers (brothel and non-brothel based). S/He will be responsible for the management of systems strengthening and institutional and structural frameworks of the project for state-level stakeholders.

S/He will ensure improvement in continuum of community and facility based prevention, care and treatment for Key Populations.

S/He will oversee and ensure proper coordination and implementation of evidence-informed comprehensive behaviour change communication programmes to address HIV prevention, treatment, care and support needs for key target populations.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

First degree in Social/Medical/Biological/Behavioural Sciences from a recognized institution.

Master’s degree in Public Health or any relevant field will be an added advantage.

Must possess minimum of seven (7) years post NYSC experience in managing HIV and/or other health-related programmes, Behaviour Change Communication and experience in policy work, advocacy and systems strengthening.

Must possess experience in quantification and drug distribution scheme.

Must understand the culture and traditions of people in the territory.

Must have a high sense of responsibility, integrity and drive for continuous learning and knowledge sharing.

Must be able to work with minimal supervision and function effectively as a team member and as the supervisor of a large team.

CLINICAL SUPERVISOR (CS): SHIPS FOR MARPS PROJECT

Duration: Six months fixed term.


JOB PROFILE
This is an Assistant Manager position reporting to the State Team Leader (STL) in the region. This position will be responsible for ensuring direct provision of Anti-Retroviral Therapy (ART) services in an integrated community health centre setting, developing and maintaining collaborative relationships with community stakeholders and evaluating service delivery outcomes.

S/He will work with programme team to develop and/or review Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for the provision of ART services to Key Populations.

S/He will provide ART services to Key Populations in line with current World health Organisation (WHO) recommendations and national guidelines both at the One-Stop-Shop (OSS) and through mobile ART.

S/He will oversee clinical HIV treatment protocols in each clinical department to reflect the needs of the target population and ensure consistency of treatment services throughout the OSS.

S/He will be responsible for effective management and supervision of clinicians, health service providers, volunteers and case managers at the OSS as well as mobile ART teams.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

Must possess a medical degree (MBBS, MBChB, or MBBCh) from a recognized institution

Possession of Master’s Degree in Public Health or related field would be added advantage.

Minimum of 3 years’ experience supervising and coordinating the direct provision of Anti-Retroviral Therapy (ART) services in an integrated community health centre setting.

Knowledge of global and national HIV treatment standards and licensure requirements.

Leadership/mentoring skills and good interpersonal skills.

Advanced written and verbal communication skills.

Advanced knowledge of and experience using MS office packages including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook among others.

High level of integrity.

Must possess good relationship management/ advocacy skills.

Must possess good report writing, data interpretation and presentation skills.

SENIOR PROGRAMME OFFICER (SPO) – PHARMACEUTICAL SERVICES: SHIPS FOR MARPS PROJECT

Duration: Six months fixed term

JOB PROFILE

This is a Senior Officer position reporting to the State Team Leader (STL) in the region.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the delivery of quality antiretroviral therapy (ART) services, through ensuring an efficient supply of medicines and delivering client-oriented services to promote appropriate use.

S/he will manage the Pharmacy Unit to ensure excellent delivery of pharmaceutical care and uninterrupted supply of anti-retroviral drugs and other relevant medications.

S/he will also ensure that the project maintains Good Pharmacy Practice and Standards in clinical service delivery.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

Must possess a university degree in degree (Bachelor of Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Services/Doctor of Pharmacy) from a recognized institution.

Possession of Master’s Degree in Public Health or related field would be added advantage.

Minimum of 3 years’ experience working in public health programs, with a focus on HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment.

Must possess a proven record of working in a multi-disciplinary environment and implementing health projects conducted with disease control programmes in low-income countries.

Must possess extensive knowledge of the ART regime and current global/national guidelines for dispensing ARV.

High level of integrity.

Must possess good relationship management/ advocacy skills.

Must possess good report writing and data interpretation skills.

Presentation skills.

SENIOR PROGRAMME OFFICER (SPO) – LABORATORY SERVICES: SHIPS FOR MARPS PROJECT

Duration: Six months fixed term.

JOB PROFILE

This is a Senior Officer position reporting to the State Team Leader (STL) in the region. The successful person will be responsible for managing a variety of laboratory-based investigations, carry out sampling, testing, measuring, recording and analyses of results, as part of a clinical team.

Provide all the required technical support to enable the laboratory function effectively whilst adhering to correct procedures, health and safety guidelines.

S/He will perform laboratory tests in order to produce reliable and precise data to support provision of the continuum of HIV treatment services.

S/He will be responsible for preparing dried Tube Specimen (DTS) panels for IQC and EQA (proficiency testing) to support HTS on the project.

S/He will be working with the project team to develop and implement quality assurance systems to improve the quality of diagnostics, and facilitate treatment and monitoring of HIV, managing laboratory services, with specific focus on HTS and related tests for Anti-Rethroviral Therapy.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

Must possess a degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences or its equivalent

Possession of Master’s Degree in Public Health or related field would be added advantage.

Minimum of 3 years’ experience in managing laboratory services with specific focus on HTS and related tests for Anti-Rethroviral Therapy.

High level of integrity.

Must possess good relationship management/ advocacy skills.

Must possess good report writing and data interpretation skills.

Presentation skills.


SENIOR PROGRAMME OFFICER (SPO) – TRIAGE NURSE AND MEDICAL RECORDS OFFICER: SHIPS FOR MARPS PROJECT


Duration: Six months fixed term

JOB PROFILE

This is a Senior Officer position reporting to the State Team Leader (STL) in the region.

The successful person will be responsible for conducting brief clinical assessments that determine the clinical urgency of the clients’ presenting health concerns and culminate with the allocation of a care category, which determines the time and sequence in which they receive services.

The Triage Nurse will also serve as the Medical Records Officer and is responsible for managing client records; ensuring accurate data entry, filing/archiving and retrievals.

S/He will provide comprehensive triage (in-clinic and/or mobile) and clinical assessment service to clients resulting in safe and appropriate clinical decisions that reflect their healthcare needs.

S/He will initiate appropriate nursing interventions (e.g. first aid and emergency interventions) to improve client outcomes and secure the safety of clients and clinic staff, facilitate the triage process using clinical knowledge and appropriate interpersonal skills, demonstrating empathy and understanding.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

Must possess a university degree in Nursing or completion of an accredited nursing programme.

Must be a Triage qualified Registered Nurse.

Possession of Master’s Degree in Public Health or related field would be added advantage.

Must possess minimum of 3 years’ experience in nursing practice including the practice of triage.

Must have experience in maintaining accurate computerized triage assessment records.

Must possess experience in organizing.

Must possess good relationship management/ interpersonal skills.

Must possess good report writing and data interpretation skills.

Presentation skills.

NOTE

Applicants will be required to register on the SFH SAP recruitment portal, providing their detailed information.

Subsequently, a registration confirmation will be received at the registered email address.

On receipt of the registration confirmation, the applicant will return to the SFH website, log-in to the recruitment portal and apply for the vacant position.

Do note that all applicants will need to carefully follow the instructions provided on the website and should be ready to upload a CV.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

DUE DATE: 14 September, 2016

Job Recruitment at The Society for Family Health (SFH), Friday 9, September 2016

Society for Family Health (Field Quality Focal Persons)

Company Description
Society for Family Health is one of the leading public health NGOs in Nigeria, implementing programmes in reproductive health, HIV & AIDS prevention, and maternal and child health. SFH works in partnership with the Federal and State Governments of Nigeria, the British Department for International Development and the United States Agency for International Development, as well as the Global Fund to fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria among other international donors.

Job Title: Field Quality Focal Persons

Job Description
This is a Senior Officer position reporting to the Territorial Manager with a dotted reporting line to the Women’s Health Project (WHP) program manager.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the coordination and implementation of Family Planning (FP) and Reproductive Health (RP) activities in the State.
Will give support to other QFPs to ensure that all SFH Franchise service delivery activities and/or interventions are implemented in a timely manner at the state level.
Will work with the Franchise and other stakeholders to identify and select facilities for interventions conduct clinic support days/Supervisory Support Visits (SSVs) as a means of capacity building for providers and ensuring quality of care to women and their families.
Will maintain a database of IUCD and Implant insertions and uptake of other contraceptive methods.
Will ensure the availability of misoprostol and all other SFH products in Franchise facilities.
QFPs in Expanded Public Sector EPSE states will be responsible for linkage with public health sector through advocacy visits to the Ministry of Health and other relevant stakeholders, identification and enrolment of public sector facilities for implementation of the project in the public sector and lead in the training of TOTs as well as cascade training to participating Public Sector providers on Long term methods of family planning and post abortion care..

Job Qualification
MSC, MBA,

Job Location 
Abuja, Adamawa, Benue, Enugu, Kaduna, Rivers

Job Category
Medical, Health, NGO, Non-Profit

Job Experience
3 Years

Method of Application
APPLY HERE

Closing Date
23 February 2016

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Society for Family Health (Field Quality Focal Persons)

Society for Family Health (Deputy Manager Accounts)

Company Description
Society for Family Health is one of the leading public health NGOs in Nigeria, implementing programmes in reproductive health, HIV & AIDS prevention, and maternal and child health. SFH works in partnership with the Federal and State Governments of Nigeria, the British Department for International Development and the United States Agency for International Development, as well as the Global Fund to fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria among other international donors.

Job Title: Deputy Manager Accounts, SFH Corporate Staff Account

Job Description
Reporting to the Assistant Director- Treasury, the successful candidate will ensure that journals are raised and booked for all advance retirements made by staff within two weeks from date of submission.
Will prepare salary journals on current month and book into SAP before close of monthly financials and analyze all common cost, shared costs and accurately apportion/allocate to various projects within one week after close of monthly financials.
In addition, person will ensure all staff advance requests are reviewed and corresponding payment vouchers are processed within 24 hours.
Finally, person will review the staff advance ageing analysis on a monthly basis and assist monitoring cash flow, fund transfers & reimbursements from the various projects.

Job Qualification
MSC, MBA, BSc, HND

Job Location 
Abuja

Job Category
Finance, Accounting, Audit, NGO, Non-Profit

Job Experience
5 Years

Method of Application
APPLY HERE

Closing Date
23 February 2016

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Society for Family Health (Deputy Manager Accounts)

Society for Family Health (Personal Assistant to Managing Director)

Company Description
Society for Family Health is one of the leading public health NGOs in Nigeria, implementing programmes in reproductive health, HIV & AIDS prevention, and maternal and child health. SFH works in partnership with the Federal and State Governments of Nigeria, the British Department for International Development and the United States Agency for International Development, as well as the Global Fund to fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria among other international donors.

Job Title: Personal Assistant to Managing Director

Job Description
Reporting to the Assistant Director- Treasury, the successful candidate will ensure that journals are raised and booked for all advance retirements made by staff within two weeks from date of submission.
Will prepare salary journals on current month and book into SAP before close of monthly financials and analyze all common cost, shared costs and accurately apportion/allocate to various projects within one week after close of monthly financials.
In addition, person will ensure all staff advance requests are reviewed and corresponding payment vouchers are processed within 24 hours.
Finally, person will review the staff advance ageing analysis on a monthly basis and assist monitoring cash flow, fund transfers & reimbursements from the various projects.

Job Qualification
MSC, MBA, BSc, HND

Job Location 
Abuja

Job Category
Administration, Secretarial, NGO, Non-Profit

Job Experience
3 Years

Method of Application
APPLY HERE

Closing Date
23 February 2016

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Society for Family Health (Personal Assistant to Managing Director)

Graduates Job at Society for Family Health

Company Description
Society for Family Health is one of the leading public health NGOs in Nigeria, implementing programmes in reproductive health, HIV & AIDS prevention, and maternal and child health. SFH works in partnership with the Federal and State Governments of Nigeria, the British Department for International Development and the United States Agency for International Development, as well as the Global Fund to fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria among other international donors.

Job Title: MIS, Link and Referral Officer (SHiPs for MARPs Project)

Job Description
This is a one-year fixed term, with likelihood of renewal Officer position reporting to the SHiPs for MARPs State Team Leader. The successful candidate will provide support in reviewing data from the service delivery points as well as monitor and act as first point of data quality check. S/He will review and correct errors on computation and aggregate data into the summary sheet from the primary source documents. She or He will ensure the effective management of all incoming and outgoing referrals on STI, HTS and other relevant services for key populations on the SHiPs for MARPs project.

Job Qualification
BA, BSc, HND

Job Location 
Abuja, Akwa Ibom, Benue, Cross River, Kaduna, Lagos, Nassarawa, Rivers

Job Category
Graduate Jobs, Internships, NGO, Non-Profit

Method of Application
Qualified Candidates should for CV and Application to
For Lagos : Toderinde@sfhnigeria.org
for Rivers : OOluchi@sfhnigeria.org
for Benue : Pdaniel@sfhnigeria.org
for Abuja : aoladejo@sfhnigeria.org
for Akwa Ibom :IOkereke@sfhnigeria.org
for Cross river : OEdet@sfhnigeria.org
for Nassarawa : UOkeke@sfhnigeria.org

Closing Date
10 February 2016

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Graduates Job at Society for Family Health

Latest Job Vacancies at Society for Family Health (SFH)

Society for Family Health (SFH) is one of the leading public health non-governmental organisations (NGOs) in

Nigeria, implementing programmes in reproductive health, HIV and AIDS prevention, and maternal and child health. SFH works in partnership with the Federal and State Governments of Nigeria, World Health Organization, the British Department for International Development (DFID) and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) among other international donors. We seek to recruit qualified persons as a result of growth in our organisation. We offer professionals opportunities for career advancement, a good working environment and competitive remuneration.

Senior Officer, Global Fund Malaria State Focal Person

 

Job Reference Code:

• Imo State – SOFFGFMalImo-ext


• Zamfara State- SOFFGFMalZam-ext

Job Profile:

Reporting to the Territorial Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for the coordination of all SFH Malaria supply chain and social mobilisation activities in the State. Primary duties include management and monitoring of private sector health facilities and providers. working with CSOs’ and oversight of Sub-recipients Consultants’ progress towards achieving programme deliverables. S/He will be responsible for management of health commodity distribution and monitoring the quality of outputs. ensuring the fiscal integrity of all transactions and operations activities. S/He will also be responsible for quality assuring all training, and monitoring and evaluation of malaria intervention programmes within the slate. S/He will also be required to strengthen the RBM partnership in the state and will be the liaison of SFH to the public sector aspect of the malaria control programme.

Qualifications/Experience:

• Minimum Academic/Professional Qualifications required for the position:


• Must possess a first degree in any Health/Behavioural/Social sciences or related field.


• Must possess a minimum three (3) years post NYSC working experience in all NGO at the field level.


• Must possess sound experience in commodity distribution and some community mobilisation


• Must possess a sound ability to work with Microsoft Office – MS Word. Excel and Power Point.


• Must be excellent at report writing, and possess good M&E skills.


• Must possess experience in donor funded projects.

Method of Application

Interested applicants should visit our career page on this website http://www.sfhnigeria.org/careers to apply for any of these positions. Please notc that applicants will be required to register on the SAP recruitment portal. providing their detailed information. Subsequently, a registration confirmation will be received at the registered email address. On receipt of the registration confirmation, return to the SFH website, log-in to the recruitment portal and apply for the vacant position of choice. Do note. that all applicants will need to carefully follow the instructions provided on the website and should be ready to upload a CV. Please note that attempts to apply for a position not qualified for will result in automatic disqualification by the system. These vacancies will be available for two (2) weeks from the date of this publication.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Latest Job Vacancies at Society for Family Health (SFH)

Fresh Job Positions at Save The Children Nigeria

Save the Children is a leading international organization helping children in need around the world. First established in

the UK in 1919, separate national organizations have been set up in more than twenty-eight countries, sharing the aim of improving the lives of children through education, health care and economic opportunities, as well as emergency aid in cases of natural disasters, war and conflict.

In Nigeria, Save the Children has been working since 2001. The early focus was on getting children actively involved in shaping the decisions that affect their lives. Today, Save the Children is working in seven federal states – Zamfara, Yobe, Jigawa, Katsina, Kano, Bauchi and Kaduna – focusing on providing basic healthcare and protecting children.

We are recruiting to fill the position of:

Senior Maternal Newborn Health Technical Manager

Job Description

• The Senior Maternal and Newborn Health (MNH) Specialist will provide leadership in all maternal and newborn health-related technical areas, with a particular focus on newborns as the Technical manager of the Saving Newborn Lives (SNL) project.


• S/he will provide state-of-the-art technical inputs into the development of the content and implementation strategies for evidence-based, high impact NBH interventions.


• S/he will advance the MNH work of Save the Children in Nigeria though a strong focus on internal programming, national policies and external partnerships.


• S/he will oversee newborn health-focused projects and studies, ensuring sound management and effective implementation through each project team.


• Externally, s/he will work in close collaboration with external partners, including the Federal Ministry of Health (FMOH), in particular the Reproductive, Maternal and Child Health divisions; relevant national-level Technical Working Groups (TWGs) and sub-committees; WHO, UNICEF, and other UN agencies; development partners; NGOs; research institutions; and other stakeholders.

Responsibilities
Technical and Advisory Support:

• Technical Leadership


• Provide technical leadership and support to the MNH components of Save the Children’s projects, in particular newborn health


• Provide leadership and technical assistance in newborn health to the FMOH and other in-country development partners, including support to the development of relevant newborn health-focused national plans, strategies and policies


• Provide technical assistance for the development and implementation of newborn health-related behavior change strategies and activities


• In collaboration with Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) colleagues, support the development of feasible and effective monitoring approaches for newborn health-focused interventions and projects


• Coordinate with external partners (including but not limited to FMOH, National Primary Healthcare Development Agency NPHCDA, JSI/TSHIP, CHAI, JHPIEGO/MCSP, Mama Ye, Society for Family Health, Wellbeing Foundation, Society for neonatal medicine (NISONM), Pediatrics Association of Nigeria) to support the development of training manuals, supervision and monitoring tools, communication materials, job aids and other technical materials to support the implementation of newborn health interventions


• Conduct periodic field visits to Save the Children health projects and studies to monitor the technical quality of newborn-focused interventions


• Initiate and lead the Save the Children Nigeria internal MNH technical meetings ensuring that all Save the Children projects working on newborn health coordinate and collaborate effectively,


• promoting the sharing of technical resources, learning and mutual support


• In collaboration with MEAL and other technical colleagues, develop research protocols and tools related to newborn health and support newborn health-focused research activities


• Prepare research papers, presentations and scientific articles based on primary research conducted by Save the Children projects and studies, and collaborate with other technical experts to identify suitable opportunities for sharing evidence from Save the Children newborn health-focused programming.


• Representation, Networking and Advocacy


• Stay abreast of the latest newborn health technical evidence and data, both global and Nigeria-specific, and periodically share with technical and programme colleagues


• Serve as Save the Children Nigeria’s principal focal person for all newborn health-related issues, liaising with the MOH, UN agencies, other NGOs, donor agencies, academic and research institutions, professional bodies and other in-country stakeholders as appropriate


• Represent Save the Children Nigeria’s newborn health priorities and projects in professional circles, including meetings, conferences and presentations


• Ensure Save the Children’s active participation and contribution to policy dialogue and engagement at the national level, including relevant TWGs, sub-committees and other forums


• In collaboration with the Head of Health and Child Survival, ensure that Save the Children Nigeria’s newborn health-focused programming and strategic ambition is effectively communicated to and supported by other Save the Children entities, including Save the Children members and the Health and Nutrition Global Initiative.

Strategy and New Business:

• Work with the Head of Health and Child Survival and Director of Programme Development & Quality (PDQ) to develop new newborn health-focused projects and studies


• Ensure that newborn health is well represented in Save the Children strategies, both Nigeria-specific and global, seeking relevant inputs from a range of internal and external stakeholders and leading on subsequent operationalization


• Contribute to the planning of newborn health components of Save the Children Nigeria’s Humanitarian response as required.

Project and Staff Management:

• This position reports to the Head of Health & Child Survival


• Through sound management practices, ensure the effective implementation of all projects and studies under his / her responsibility (currently: SNL, care-seeking study, ), including proper internal and external reporting and monitoring of expenditure against budget


• With support from Head of Health and Child Survival and Save the Children Nigeria’s Human Resource Department, lead the recruitment of Save the Children staff in projects under his / her responsibility


• Manage and provide support to the staff reporting to this position (currently 2 positions – Senior Newborn Health Advisor, & Project officer, directly and indirectly the MEAL Advisor), implementing effective performance management in accordance with Save the Children policies


• Ensure all project staff receive appropriate training in accordance with the HR and staff development policies of Save the Children


• Support SNL advocacy activities including national level advocacy linked to the national data profile publication dissemination, acceleration of Kangaroo Mother Care in the country and integrating newborn care into MCH activities and programmes


• Support the development, review/adaptation of national training materials, job aids, counselling and behaviour change materials for newborn health


• Coordinate and support training and capacity building activities for all MNH and partners


• Strengthen mechanisms for monitoring, evaluating and documenting maternal and newborn care services in collaboration with MEAL


• Track and prepare monthly and quarterly reports on progress and milestones for SNL, other MNH technical support activities; including documentation of key lessons learnt and successes.

Skills & Experience

• Minimum of a Medical Degree with a Postgraduate qualification in Paediatrics and Public Health, with a minimum of 7 years’ Maternal and newborn health experience in field in program implementation.


• Essential: at least 5 years health programme experience with I/NGO in Nigeria


• Desirable: very good understanding of MNH issues in the Nigeria context, experience with national level technical advocacy.

Additional Skills:

• Ability to work effectively both independently (with minimal supervision) and as a member of a team


• Commitment to gender equity, child rights


• Effective planning and organising skills


• Effective interpersonal skills – oral and written communication skills


• Computer literacy skills – MS Office applications, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Spread sheets


• Strong skills in building partnerships and in technical advocacy.

Financial Analyst, Systems & Reporting

Job Description

• This position supports the integrity of the overall finance systems within the country office and ensures timely donor and management reporting.

Key Areas of Accountability
Financial Analysis:

• Management account reporting


• Awards Audit management including planning and reporting

Budget Support:

• Prepare Budget monitoring reports and share at monthly Finance meeting and reporting to RO


• Preparation of SOF loaders for upload into aggressor including amendment to SOF loaders


• Partner Monitoring and capacity Building of field office finance and non-staff

Donor Reporting:

• Prepare Donor Financial reports for SCIN awards


• Project kick off and close out processes (Exchange loss/Gain elimination, debt recovery)

Other Duties:

• Monthly recharges processing and posting


• National staff salary recharge


• System maintenance (Fund Summary, budget mapping; DEA creations ) for all SCI awards including liaison with relevant stakeholders, project managers, awards, members and possibly donors


• Others as maybe assigned by your line managers

Qualifications
Essential:

• A Bachelors/HND degree in Accounting with additional relevant professional qualification


• 5-7 years working experience in relevant field,


• Proven experience in financial management and producing appropriate management information to support strategy development and decision-making by budget holders and programme implementers


• Proven training experience to all levels of staff, both informal (on the job coaching) and formal (structured training courses).


• Proven analytical skills and ability to translate analysis into appropriate, feasible and practical implementation plans and goals.


• An understanding of development work in order to communicate effectively with Members/Donors and programme staff on funding sources and programme issues


• Experience of developing guidelines and formats to support staff in donor applications and reporting with particular reference to USAID grants


• Knowledge of major donor funding sources and grants application processes


• Thorough understanding of interdepartmental relationships, dynamics and functioning in an overseas programme setting


• Commitment to the aims and principles of Save the Children


• Ability to translate complex, technical and financial issues into a language understandable by non-finance staff


• Computer literate (including working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Access) and competency in development of spread-sheets and databases


• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to communicate clearly with thoughtful and accurate information


• Willingness to travel to field offices and work in difficult environment from time to time


• Ability to work within a multicultural and multi-religious settings

Desirable:

• Experience of Save the Children financial accounting packages (eg Agresso), policies, systems and procedures.


• International experience preferably gained within an INGO in a relief/emergency setting


• Proven experience in grants auditing especially of USAID/DFID grant audits

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Job Description

• The Roving Logistics Coordinator is to act as the link between the Abuja Office Logistics Team and the North West Nigeria Field Logistics teams, and will focus on Procurement, assets, fleet, stock and distribution processes management.


• Also the role is to capacity build, develop, oversee and assist the Field Logistics Officers/assistants/fleet staff etc or as requested.


• He/she will also support the Logistics Manager in looking at pre-positioning and contingency planning in the NW Nigeria.


• The role will include partners’ logistics support and as such, the role may include remote management, management of remote field bases or direct line management of a particular logistics function.

Key Accountabilities
General:

• Coordination of programme logistics; implement the country logistics policies and procedures for the management of the supply chain, including one or more of the following areas; procurement, transport and distribution, warehousing and stock management, management of vehicle fleets, communication systems, and assets


• Ensure that Save the Children minimum standards of logistics procedures and country policies are implemented and adhered to in the area of responsibility, supporting relevant staff as required


• Manage and support logistics staff including ensuring clear division of responsibilities, clear objectives, and management of performance


• Ensure that procedures within the specific area of responsibility meet Save the Children and donor regulations, whether that be within a given technical sector in logistics, or a specific field base


• Provide support to senior logistics staff on areas relating to budgets, technical aspects of the programme, and implementation mechanisms as required


• Provide logistics training and capacity building as required


• The post-holder will comply with all relevant Save the Children policies and procedures with respect to child safeguarding, safety and security, code of conduct, equal opportunities and other relevant policies.


• Comply with Save the Children policies and practice with respect to child protection, code of conduct, health and safety, equal opportunities and other relevant policies and procedures.


• Comply with save the children’s zero tolerance to corruption and fraud.

Procurement and Storage:

• To oversee the management of procurement of items based on authorized requisitions, in line with SCI procedures. Support the program staff towards developing of a procurement plan in tandem with the program needs and inputs.


• Organize, plan and work with international procurement team towards initiating an international order for the projects. While doing this must always cc Head of Logistics and Abuja Logistics coordinator.


• Organize, plan and assist in open tenders’ process that may be required.


• To liaise closely with the Finance, Grants and Compliance Manager, as well as the Program Managers and program department, on local and international procurement by maintaining/ensuring a PR tracking system.


• To keep records of and maintain contacts with suppliers and local repair/maintenance shops, and to conduct price comparisons among them, in order to get the best value for money.


• Ensure sharing of FO’s procurement request (PR) trackers with all programs and Country office on a weekly basis and comprehensive one every month.


• Ensuring reporting of all assets in the FOs and managing of all ID cards.


• Set up and inaugurate a procurement committee which shall oversee all procurement need/ processes as well as conduct all necessary tender process in accordance with the procurement policies.


• To ensure that warehousing management and assets tracking are followed up while supporting the Pharmacist in the general management of drugs storage and supplies to the NW Nigeria field locations.

Transport and Communication:

• To oversee the regulation of the use of vehicles and communications equipment (where available)


• To oversee the installation, programming, adequate use and maintenance of communications equipment, including telephones, radios and satellite phones.


• Oversee the supervision and planning of vehicle allocation in order to optimally serve the needs of the program.


• To ensure the monitoring of the fuel consumption and maintenance of SCI vehicles and the skills of the drivers.


• Engage credible and competent vendors (car rental companies) towards providing efficient and effective services to the SCI when required.


• Supervise and ensure a complete and accurate vehicle report is shared with the country logistics manager (or Head of Logistics) on a monthly basis.


• Manage and build the capacities of the SCI/LGA drivers towards becoming responsive and professional in the execution of their work. Safety training is essential in this role.

Personnel:

• To prepare job descriptions for logistics staff.


• To recruit, instruct and supervise logistics staff.


• To provide support through the HR on trainings for the logistic teams.


• To visit these teams and program regularly, in order to monitor the systems, procedures and logistic personnel.


• To set objectives and performance plans for the logistics personnel under his/her supervision in collaboration with area managers/field managers.

Administration/Reporting:

• To ensure that the SCI logistics systems, procedures and working practices are adhered to.


• To ensure that the proper administrative procedures and standards for PR follow-up, purchasing, stock keeping and dispatch are followed.


• To keep a proper record of quotation (eventually tender), PRs, purchase order forms, good receive note, receipts, waybills, and all other documents.

Qualifications
Essential:

• University degree in a relevant subject.


• Extensive experience in: purchasing, clearing and forwarding, exemption waiver pursuit, NAFDAC and Customs processes and procedures.


• Extensive experience in Warehousing, vehicle management, administration.


• Diplomacy, tact and negotiating skills.


• Team-working skills.


• Flexibility under pressure and in response to changing needs.


• Attention to detail and excellent numeracy.


• Practical experience in working HF and VHF radios.


• Good written and spoken English and other languages as required.


• Ability to keep clear and concise records.


• Valid clean driving license and sound driving skills.


• Commitment to SCI child safeguarding policies, equal opportunity and gender policies.


• Commitment to humanitarian principles and with the aims and objectives of SCI

Desirable:

• Previous work experience, ideally with non-governmental organizations/INGO is an asset.


• Experience in Logistics Management.


• Logistics training or qualification an added advantage.


• Experience of supervision of staffs and good team work (integration).

Method of Application

Fresh Job Positions at Save The Children Nigeria

Current Job at Society for Family Health (SFH)

Society for Family Health (SFH) is one of the leading public health non-governmental organisations (NGOs) in

Nigeria, implementing programmes in reproductive health, HIV and AIDS prevention, and maternal and child health. SFH works in partnership with the Federal and State Governments of Nigeria, World Health Organization, the British Department for International Development (DFID) and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) among other international donors. We seek to recruit qualified persons as a result of growth in our organisation. We offer professionals opportunities for career advancement, a good working environment and competitive remuneration.

Assistant Director, Monitoring, Evaluation, Research & Learning (MERL) – Gates Project

 

Job Profile:

This position reports to the Project Director and will provide oversight on all MERL activities for the Gates MNHC project in Gombe, Northeast Nigeria. S/He will be responsible for the design and development of programme specific Performance Monitoring Plans (PMP) as well as monitoring and evaluation plans at SFH and partner levels. S/He will adopt existing SFH monitoring tools; propose new ways of measuring change through the use of both quantitative and qualitative data collection tools. The successful candidate will be responsible for establishing and managing database to track progress towards meeting project goals while taking the lead in aligning, collecting and reporting on relevant programme indicators to the organisation-wide M&E system. S/He will coordinate internal and external reviews and lead the analysis of findings with strong emphasis on learning and review regular programme reports of MNHC project for submission to donor. S/He will finalise the project monitoring and evaluation plan with the donor, manage implementation of the plan, design studies, analyze data, prepare reports, commission studies as needed, provide timely evidence for project decision making, lead data interpretation sessions with programmers and assure use of the most recent and innovative research methodologies.

Qualifications/Experience:

• Must possess a first degree in Statistics/Economics/Medical/Behavioural/Social Sciences or  its equivalent in a relevant field.


• Must possess a minimum of a Masters degree in Demography, Public Health, Epidemiology or Biostatistics/Statistics.


• Must have minimum of between 10-12 years progressive experience in MCH/RH related surveillance and/or research with wide ranging knowledge of research methodologies.


• Must have in-depth experience in preparing research for publications and presenting research findings to public health and policy specialists, media and the general public. The successful candidate must show evidence of published peer reviewed articles in scientific journals.


• Must possess ability to analyze and interpret both quantitative and qualitative data to inform programming.


• Must be proficient in the use of SPSS, STATA, Epi Info or CS Pro.


• Knowledge of DHIS database software will be of added advantage.


• Must have proven experience working in a fast paced non-governmental environment, and also with a variety of donors.


• Must have excellent interpersonal, communication (oral and written) and presentation skills.


• Logistics & Distribution Assistant Manager  (Gates Project) (based in Gombe)

Job Reference Code: Log&DistrGates-ext

Method of Application

Current Job at Society for Family Health (SFH)