Achieving Health Nigeria Initiative (AHNi) is a non-profit organization that promotes socio-economic development by supporting global health and economic initiatives in Nigeria. To strengthen our operations in Nigeria, we are seeking qualified candidate for the following position:
Project Director/Deputy Managing Director (ABUJA)
Project Director/Deputy Managing Director as part of the senior management team for AHNi, forms part of the strategic team that have the overall coordination of the state program implementation operations. Under the guidance of the Managing Director, s/he will provide management and technical oversight of AHNi programs to ensure that the overall projects are effectively and efficiently implemented. S/he will supervise the work of the Senior Program Officer supporting the various state offices in ensuring smooth running of the state operations.
Minimum Requirements
MB.BS/MD/PHD or similar degree with 7-9 years relevant experience with international development programs which includes 5 years of relevant supervisory experience. or MS/MA in social science, public health or related field, MPH preferred, and a minimum of 9-11 years relevant experience with international development programs which includes 5 years relevant supervisory experience.
Or BS/BA in social science, public health or related field, with a minimum of 11-13 years relevant experience with international development programs which includes 5 years of relevant supervisory experience.
Familiarity with Nigerian public sector health systems, international donor organizations, NGOs and CBOs is required.
Demonstrated success in multicultural environments is required.
Senior Technical Officer - M&E (ABUJA)
The Senior Technical Officer - M&E will provides leadership support and coordination in all monitoring and evaluation (M&E) activities for AHNi. S/he supports the Project Director in the overall management and provision of technical inputs to improve and facilitate the delivery of sound technical assistance in M&E, including to the Government of Nigeria (GON) and United States Government (USG) upon request. S/he collaborates closely with other major Stakeholders in the implementation and improvement of the National M&E effort in Nigeria.
Minimum Requirements
MB.BS/MD/PHD or similar degree with 5 to 7 years relevant experience with at least 5 years progressive experience working in Monitoring and Evaluation in large HIV/AIDS programs at national or international level.
MS/MA in demography, economies and an MPH or similar degree with 7 to 9 years relevant experience in project-level or state/national-level Monitoring and Evaluation in large HIV/AIDS programs at national or international level. -
Sound practical knowledge of statistics and the use of statistical software.
Proven experience in project development, planning and facilitating technical training.
Familiarity with Nigerian public sector health system and NGOs and CBOs is required.
Finance Manager (ABUJA)
The Finance Manager - The position holder will support the Director Finance & Administration to manage responsibility for both accounting and finance for the AHNi Office and ensure compliance with the contractual requirements of funders with the objective of providing professional accountancy services consistent with generally accepted accounting principles and equally supervision of the finance/accounting staff in the HQ and state offices.
Minimum Requirements
BS/BA in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field and a minimum of 9 years relevant experience with at least 5 years in international development programs.
MS/MA in Business Administration, Social Sciences or related field and a minimum of 7 years relevant experience with at least 5 years in international development programs.
Possession of CPA,ACA, ICAN, or recognized equivalent is required.
Expert knowledge of USAID and other donor regulations is required.
Senior Technical Officer – PCT (ABUJA)
The Senior Technical Officer - PCT - Will provides leadership and technical support to the Project Director-SIDHAS on the programming states in the area of PMTCT, clinical care/ ART and reproductive health. S/he coordinates services needed to implement high quaiity carePMTCT,HlV care and treatment and reproductive health/family planning services (RHIFP).
Minimum Requirements
MB.BS/MD/PHD or similar degree with 5 to 7 years relevant experience with at least 5 years progressive experience working in the health or development field in Nigeria.
A minimum of 5 years' experience in care and treatment for HIV/AIDS especially with ARY program. Possession of an MPH or post graduate degree in a related field is required.
Proven experience in project development, planning and facilitating technical training.
Familiarity with Nigerian public aector health system and NGOs and CBOs is highly desirable
Senior Program Officer (ABUJA)
The Senior Program Officer - As a member of the Program Management Team, supports the Project Director Programs in providing oversight, coordination, monitoring and reporting of all SIDHAS activities in the assigned states, in addition to this, provide management support to the SIDHAS Project and I As focusing on work plans, sub agreement management, periodic fund requests, review of MFRs/SFRs, and reporting, develop and oversee execution of systems for initiation, implementation, monitoring, amendment and close out of all SIDHAS IA's sub-agreements
Minimum Requirements
BS/BA in public health, business administration, health sciences, behavioral sciences or its recognized equivalent with 7-9 years of relevant experience with international development programs.
Or MS/MA degree in public health, business administration, health sciences, behavioral sciences or its recognized equivalent with 5-7 years relevant experience with international development programs,
Demonstrated success in multicultural environments is required
Familiarity with Nigerian public sector health systems and NGOs and CBOs is highly desirable
Compliance Officer(ABUJA)
The Compliance Officer - Under the direction of Managing Director, the position holder will carry out independent appraisals of the effectiveness of policies, procedures and standards by which AHNi financial resources are managed, review and evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of operations, adequacy of internal controls, reliability of financial reporting, compliance with applicable laws and the safeguard of assets within AHNi policy framework. S/he will also be involved in the planning, perform and report back on internal audits to ensure that financial control, financial guidelines off under organizations and other control procedures in purchasing, procurement and contracting are in place and are being properly implemented and managed within AHNi offices.
Minimum Requirements
BS/BA degree in Accounting, Finance and Business Administration or its recognized equivalent, and 3-5 years relevant experience.
Or MS/MA degree in Accounting, Finance and Business Administration orits recognized equivalent, and 1-3 years relevant experience.
1-3 years' experience in internal control functions.
Familiarity with U.S. Government grants or other client funded programs, contracting and auditing standards as they apply to effective management of multi-year funds is required.
CPA, ACA, CIMA, CFE or any other relevant professional qualification is an advantage
Senior Compliance Officer(ABUJA)
The Compliance Officer - Will work under the direction of the Senior Compliance Officer to ensure compliance with AHNi and funded policies and procedures and the management and reduction of general risk to the organization. SfHe will prnvide support on independent appraisals of the effectiveness of policies, procedures and standards by which AHNi's financial resources are managed and will also review and evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of operations, reliability of financial reporting, compliance with applicable laws and the safeguard of assets.
Minimum Requirements
BSc in accounting or finance with 9-11 years relevant experience with international development programs that includes 3-5 years of supervisory experience in internal control functions
Experience in accounting and accounting principles sufficient to prepare complex and detailed financial and budgetary analyses
Experience in financial reporting, and financial management systems applications
Familiarity with USAlD or similar donor-funded programs is required
CPA, ACA, or other relevant professional qualification is required
Accountant(ABUJA)
The Accountant - Will discharge his/her assignment under the guidance of the Seninr Accountant will be responsible for accounting/finance and administration for AHNi HQ office and ensure compliance with the contractual financial requirement of the project.
Minimum Requirements
University degree in accounting, Finance and Business Administration or its recognized equivalent.
CPA, ACA, ICAN or recognized equivalent.
Minimum of 3 years' experience in accuunting related to NGOs and community level programs, with increasing responsibility.
Proficiency in the usage of accounting software like Quick Books is essential.
Familiarity with USAID-funded programs and non-governmental organizations in Nigeria.
Experience must reflect the knowledge, skills and abilities listed above
Human Resource Associate (ABUJA)
The Human Resource Associate - Under the supervision of the Senior HRO, provides operational support to implement an effective, functional Human Resources (HR) process for AHNi in team functional areas, including recruitment, employee relations, benefits administration, compensation, HRlS, proper filing and documentation.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources Management, Business/Public Administration or related field with 2-3 years work experience in the areas outlined
Ability to work well with others and to develop and maintain compatibility among project staff, subcontractors, and recipients of assistance.
Computer literate and proficient in the use of word processing and spreadsheets is required.
Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills with ability to work as a team member
Contracts & Grants Officer (ABUJA)
The Contracts & Grants Officer - Under the direction of the Senior C&G Officer, the C&G Officer shall provide support in the administration of contracts, grants, task orders and cooperative agreements.
Minimum Requirements
BS/BA degree in Accounting, Finance and Business Administration or its recognized equivalent, and 3-5 years relevant experience.
Masters degree in Finance and Business Administration or its recognized equivalent, and 1-3 years relevant experience.
Good working knowledge of donor contracts and grants regulations is essential.
Demonstrated success in multicultural environments is an advantage.
Experience must reflect the knowledge, skills and abilities listed above
Finance & Administrative Officer (ABUJA)
The Finance & Administrative Officer - This position will report to the Accountant and will provide support for accounting and finance administration for the state offices and HQ in ensuring compliance with the contractual requirements of Nigeria's programs/projects with the objective of providing professional accountancy services consistent with generally accepted accounting principles.
Minimum Requirements
BS/BA degree in Accounting, Finance and Business Administration or its recognized equivalent, and 2-3 years relevant experience.
Or MS/MA degree in Accounting, Finance and Business Administration or its recognized equivalent, and 1-2 years relevant experience.
Minimum of 2 years supportive role/experience in office management and administration.
Proficiency in the usage of accounting software like QuickBooks is essential.
CPA,ACA, ICAN, CIMA, CFE or any other relevant professional qualification is desirable and an advantage.
Familiarity with donor and local financial contractual procedures is an advantage.
Assistant Technical Officer – PCT (EDO)
The Assistant Technical Officer - PCT - Will under the direct supervision and technical guidance from the Technical Officer-Care. Clinical management of HIV/AIDS, TB, Prevention of Mother to Child Transmission of HIV/AIDS, reproductive health/family planning(RH/FP) and integrated medical services at the state and local government levels.
Minimum Requirements
MB.BS/MD/PHD or similar degree with 1 to 3 years relevant experience in clinical care with a sound understanding of HIV/AIDS with provision of PMTCT and anti-retroviral therapy (ART) in resource constrained settings.
Possession of an MPH or post graduate degree in a related field is required.
Familiarity with Nigerian public sector health systems and NGOs and CBOs is highly desirable.
Senior Technical Officer – PCT (ANAMBRA)
The Senior Technical Officer - PCT - Will provide technical support to implement high quality care, treatment and support activities with primary focus on clinical management of HIV/AIDS including provision of Anti-retroviral therapy (ART). S/He will also provide technical leadership and support to the implementing agencies in prevention and mitigation at the state level. It includes supporting the implementation of prevention activities (sexual and biomedical) and strategic behavior change interventions, testing and counseling, home based care, orphans and vulnerable children and other community mobilization activities
Minimum Requirements
MBBS with 3 to 5 years of progressive relevant experience in clinical care with a sound understanding of HIV/AIDS with provision of PMTCT and anti-retroviral therapy (ART) in resource constrained settings.
Possession of an MPH or post graduate degree in a related field is required.
Experience in project development with proven experience in the planning and facilitation of trainings is required. Experience in large and complex SBC/BCC mobilization activities in a donor funded national health focused project is an added advantage.
Familiarity with Nigerian public sector health systems and NGOs and CBOs is highly desirable.
Technical Officer – Logistics (EDO)
The Technical Offier - Logistics - Will work with the slate team in the development of AHNi in-house capacity among the various departments, implementing agencies (IAs) and all tiers of government in all aspects of logistics and supply chain management of health commodities for the state. S/He will provide technical support and leadership to Nigeria's efforts to strengthen the procurement and supply chain management system of health commodities using evidence based data from the Logistics management information system, to reduce stock-cuts, lower costs and eliminate wastage at the state level.
Minimum Requirements
MPH or MSc. in relevant degree with at least 3-5 years post NYSC experience with at least 1 year experience in managing a PSM cycle, including rational health commodities selection, forecasting/quantification, quality assurance spanning the PSM cycle, warehousing/storage, distribution, and LMLS.
Or B.Pharm, BSc in Logistics, Pharmacy, Microbiology, Biochemistry, or any relevant field with 5 to 7 years post NYSC experience managing a PSM cycle, including rational health commodities selection, forecasting/quantification, quality assurance spanning the PSM cycle, warehousing/storage, distribution, and LM/S.
Familiarity with Nigerian public sector health system and NGOs and CBOs is desirable
Method of Application
Please forward suitability statement (application) and resume (CV) as a single MS Word document from the date of publication in the following order:
Vacancy closes 10 days after this publication. AHNi is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Only applications sent electronically (by e-mail) with the job title and location clearly indicated in the subject of the mail would be considered and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
AHNI does not charge candidate a fee for a test or interview
