School Improvement Specialist at Mott MacDonald

Service Integration and Quality Improvement Officer at The Partnership for Transforming Health Systems 2

The Partnership for Transforming Health Systems 2 (PATHS 2), a DFID funded programme in Nigeria, aims to improve the planning, financing and delivery of sustainable and replicable pro-poor health services for common health problems, focusing on six states and the federal government. PATHS2 is recruiting qualified professional staff to fill positions based in Abuja, Enugu and Lagos.

Service Integration and Quality Improvement Officer

Under the direction of the State Team Leader, the job holder will provide technical support to the State Ministry of Health (SMoH), related ministries, agencies, departments and parastatals as well as private sector agencies. In addition, collaborate with the SMoH and Primary Health Care Board to identify gaps in health systems and service delivery management, strengthen capacity based on needs assessment findings, and design interventions. Support the design and implementation of service delivery interventions to deliver quality services at the facility and community levels. S/he will provide technical leadership to increase the access to and use of quality Maternal, Newborn and Child Health (MNCH) services in public and private sector in the state. Participate in the development of strategy documents, work plans, reports and monitoring and evaluation plans for service delivery and health systems strengthening. Work collaboratively with other technical staff to' 
ensure effective and timely program implementation; also work closely with the public-private partnership (PPP) technical lead to implement PPP activities and other private sector initiatives at the State level. S/he will provide strategic support in operations research for improved delivery of MNCH services in both the public and private sector.     
Qualification requirements: 
Master's Degree in Public Health, Health Policy, Health Planning, Health Systems Management and Administration, or other relevant field. 6 years of professional experience in managing health systems strengthening and/or health service delivery programs, with a significant portion of this experience centered in Eastern or Western Nigeria. Experience in the clinical management of common health service areas, such as Reproductive, newborn and child health. Specific experience in community-based services and support programs for the poor and vulnerable segments of society, particularly women and children. Good knowledge and experience of Human Resources Management and Public Private Partnership concept for Health. Demonstrated ability to implement, manage, monitor, and evaluate facility level and community-based health service programs. Extensive knowledge of the Nigerian public health sector. Excellent communication and capacity building skills as well as relationship management.

Method of Application

In order to be considered for the listed positions, an applicant must submit his/her CV and a cover letter that provide details of the applicant's qualifications for the desired position to: hrjobs@paths2.org

In the subject line of the email, indicate the specific job and location of the position you wish to apply for. Deadline for submission will be on the 10th October, 2014. Only qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Performance Improvement Senior - Finance at Ernst &Young

Performance Improvement Senior - Finance - NIG0000W

Nigeria

Job purpose

As Performance Improvement Senior - Finance, you'll contribute technically to Finance client engagements and internal projects. An important part of your role will be to actively establish, maintain and strengthen internal and external relationships. You'll also identify potential business opportunities for Ernst & Young within existing engagements, and escalate these as appropriate. Similarly, you'll anticipate and identify risks within engagements and raise any issues with senior members of the team.

In line with Ernst & Young's commitment to quality, you'll confirm that work is of high quality and is reviewed by the next-level reviewer. As an influential member of the team, you'll help to create a positive learning culture, coach and counsel junior team members and help them to develop.

Client responsibilities

Participate in Finance engagementsWork effectively as a team member, sharing responsibility, providing support, maintaining communication, and updating senior team members on progressHelp prepare reports and schedules that will be delivered to clients and other partiesDevelop and maintain productive working relationships with client personnelBuild strong internal relationships within Ernst & Young Advisory Services and with other services across the organization

 People responsibilities

Conduct performance reviews and contribute to performance feedback for staffContribute to people-related initiatives including recruiting and retaining Finance professionalsMaintain an educational program to continually develop personal skills of staffUnderstand and follow workplace policies and procedures

Technical skills requirements

You'll have knowledge and experience of a number of the following areas:

Finance transformationBalanced scorecardPlanning, budgeting and forecastingPerformance measurement and performance managementBusiness performance reportingCost to serveCost reductionShared service centre and business process outsourcingFinancial statement close

 Additional requirements

Demonstrated track record with a blue chip consulting organization and/or blue chip organization

Professional accountancy qualification or equivalent

Strong academic record including a degree

Why should I work for Ernst & Young in Performance Improvement?

To achieve their potential, businesses need to continuously achieve and sustain performance improvement in a rapidly changing environment. As one of our performance improvement advisors, you'll help many of the world's leading businesses and governments tackle their most pressing issues. Working in multidisciplinary teams, often directly with leaders of major organizations, you'll bring diverse perspectives to every challenge. We'll help you achieve your potential by supporting your professional development and giving you experience of working with a diverse range of clients. You'll have the opportunity to build your skills in one of our focused competency groups, including: Finance, Customer, Supply Chain, IT Advisory, People & Organization, Program Management or Strategic Direction. You'll also have the opportunity to team with professionals from other parts of the organization in multidisciplinary engagements, especially those in Risk. At Ernst & Young, we know it's your point of view, energy and enthusiasm that make the difference.