Current Vacancies at Society for Family Health (SFH), 17th May, 2019

Society for Family Health (SFH) is one of the leading non-governmental public health organisations in Nigeria, implementing programmes in Reproductive Health/Family Planning, HIV & AIDS prevention and treatment, malaria prevention and treatment, primary health care system strengthening and maternal, newborn and child health care. We work in partnership with the Federal and State Governments of Nigeria, the Global Fund, United States Agency for International Development (USAID), Department for International Development (DFID), Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, MSD for Mothers and Children Investment Fund Foundation among other international donors.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

 

Job Title: HQ Consultant – AIDSFOND Project

Ref Id: sfh-93849
Location: Taraba

Job Profile

  • Reporting to the Project Team Leader, the HQ Consultant will support the Taraba State team for the implementation of HIV care and treatment among women and children to ensure access to sexual reproductive health services and linkages to care and treatment as a continuum of care.
  • Prepare quarterly support, review the state budget and carry any other administrative function assigned the supervisor.

Qualifications/Experience

  • A minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Public Health, Health Administration, or Management Social Work.
  • Minimum of 2 years post-NYSC experience in HIV programme
  • Good analytical, presentation and reporting skills.
  • Strong report writing skills.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to foresee problems and initiate appropriate action.
  • Ability to work independently, and in a team.
  • Ability to make propose solutions related to issues with data generated.

Skills and competencies:

  • The successful candidate will be a person of integrity with excellent analytical, interpersonal, advocacy and communication, skills.
  • A mature health programming professional with good experience in community health programmes and demonstrated knowledge and capacity to foster the development of a shared vision.
  • Should be proficient in Microsoft Office applications including MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Job Title: Monitoring and Evaluation Officer – AIDSFOND Project

Ref Id: sfh-32662
Location
: Taraba
Job Type: Full-time

Job Profile

  • Reporting to the Project Team Leader, the Monitoring and Evaluation Officer will Spearhead the roll-out of Activity Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Plan in line with Aidsfond project and national reporting requirements.
  • Establish a system for the flow of information from service-delivery points to the central project database and ensure timely M&E technical support to all implementing health facilities.
  • The Monitoring and Evaluation Officer will take the lead in strengthening the capacity of health units’ M&E staff and relevant community workers in data collection, summarization, analysis and presentation of M&E activities.
  • Ensure state-of-the-art database management practice at the state and perform any other task assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications/Experience

  • Minimum of First Degree in Statistics, Sociology, Economics or any other related course
  • Minimum of 3 years’ hands-on monitoring & evaluation experience in developing and implementing monitoring plans and management information systems 3 years of which spent working with NGOs
  • Minimum of 3 years’ experience working in HIV programs in Nigeria is desirable.
  • Excellent analytical, presentation and reporting skills.
  • Strong computer skills particularly in spreadsheets, database, and statistical applications.
  • Strong skills in the use of DHIS2 for data management.
  • Strong report writing skills.
  • Strong mentoring and supervision skills.
  • Ability to supervise and coordinate field level data staff.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to foresee problems and initiate appropriate action.
  • Ability to work independently, and in a team.
  • Ability to make propose solutions related to issues with data generated.

Skills and competencies:

  • The successful candidate will be a person of integrity with excellent quantitative and analytical skills and ability to articulate technical information clearly.
  • Excellent report writing, analytical, and communication skills, including oral presentation skills.
  • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to plan, organize, and manage resources for the successful completion of projects.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Job Title: BCC Program Officer – AIDS FUND Project

Ref Id: sfh-49977
Location
: Taraba
Job Type: Full-time

Job Profile

  • Reporting to the Project Team Leader, the BCC Program Officer will take the lead in the implementation of HIV care and treatment among women and children, ensure access to sexual reproductive health services and provide linkages to care and treatment as a continuum of care.
  • The BCC Program Officer will build the capacity of community mentor mothers and volunteers of civil society organizations to effectively mobilize women and children from the community to the facility.
  • The selected officer will participate in all State coordination platforms (SMOH, SACA, Partners Forum) on HIV Prevention programmes especially those for women and children and collaborate with primary stakeholders and gatekeepers in providing an enabling environment for the implementation of HIV prevention activities among women and children in the Taraba State.

Qualifications/Experience

  • A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent in Social/Behavioural/ Medical/Sciences or a related field of study
  • A minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in managing HIV programmes, 2 of which should be in behaviour change communication and management of health-related plans.
  • Must have excellent communication, report writing, and data interpretation skills.
  • Demonstrated understanding, experience, and competency in working with HIV KP community-led organizations and KP community leaders.

Skills and competencies:

  • The successful candidate will be a person of integrity with excellent analytical, interpersonal, advocacy and communication skills.
  • A mature health programming professional with good experience in community health programmes and demonstrated knowledge and capacity to foster the development of a shared vision.
  • Should display strong leadership in integrating planning efforts across work units.
  • Should be proficient in Microsoft Office applications including MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

 

Job Title: Finance Officer – AIDSFOND Project

Location: Taraba
Job Type: Full-time

Job Profile

  • Reporting to the Project Team Leader, the Finance Officer will carry out monthly bank reconciliation, ensure accurate postings on SAP using the correct GL, IO, and CC.
  • The finance officer will post daily petty cash expenses with monthly certification.
  • He/she will handle all staff advance and retirement and carry out all administrative functions of the AIDSFOND grant in Taraba office.

Qualifications/Experience

  • Must possess a first degree (BSc/HND) in Accounting or any related field. ACA and master’s degree is an added advantage
  • Must possess a minimum of three (3) years post-NYSC working experience in finance or audit/control function
  • Must possess a broad knowledge of accounting software packages especially SAP.
  • Must possess excellent planning and organizational skills
  • Must be able to work with minimal supervision.

Skills and competencies:

  • The successful candidate will be a person of integrity with excellent analytical, interpersonal, listening and communication skills.
  • He/she should be approachable and able to perform and prioritize a variety of tasks on short notice within designated deadlines.
  • Hands-on experience using an ERP (SAP) and financial management MIS with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Requires a high level of creativity and innovation and the ability to maintain operational efficiency in a fast-paced work environment.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Job Title: Project Team Lead – AIDSFOND Project

Ref Id: sfh-33825
Location
: Taraba
Job Type: Full-time

Job Profile

  • This position will provide leadership and managerial oversight for the administrative, programmatic, technical, research and operational aspects of the grant in Taraba state.
  • S/he will oversee the day-to-day implementation of the grant and will be accountable for the effective financial and operational management including planning project activities, estimate time and financial commitments.
  • The Project Team Lead is accountable for delivering State-level activities in Taraba to the agreed project implementation plan.
  • S/he will be responsible for monitoring and reporting on the project’s progress with timely delivery, outputs actual spend, quality, and results as compared to the original plans and the project proposal.
  • S/he will manage issues and make recommendations on how to adjust or reallocate resources to accommodate changes and respond to challenges.
  • S/he will also be responsible for effective stakeholder relationship management, including developing and maintaining strong working relationships with the donor, government and partner agencies, operating in the State and federal level.

Qualifications/Experience

  • Minimum of first degree in public health, sociology or any related course with 5 years of experience (Master degree will be an added advantage);
  • At least 5 years of experience in programme management and administration, financial management, and tracking project performance.
  • At least 3 years of experience managing a programme that focuses on the following areas:  HIV prevention, care and treatment; social and behavioural change; and quality improvement/quality assurance
  • Proven experience of managing projects.
  • Demonstrated experience in successfully fulfilling performance objectives, including the timely implementation and reporting of donor-funded program activities.
  • Strong understanding of fundamental principles of advocacy, monitoring and evaluation, and accountability.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage, motivate, mentor and direct staff while creating a positive team environment.
  • Ability to present reports and results to the donor and other key stakeholders.
  • Commitment to the values, missions, aim, and policies of Society for Family Health
  • Excellent Reporting and analytical Skills

Skills and Competencies:

  • The successful candidate will be a person of integrity with excellent analytical, interpersonal, communication, organizational, and cross-cultural skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage consortium team performance, a high level of creativity and innovation, ability to perform and prioritize a variety of tasks on short notice within designated deadlines and able to maintain efficiency in a fast-paced work environment.

Deadline:22nd May, 2019.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online