The National Agency for the Control of AIDS (formerly National Action Committee on AIDS) was established in February 2000 to coordinate the various activities of HIV / AIDS in the country. We are recruiting for the Global Fund Projects, namely the Resilient and Sustainable Systems for Health (RSSH)/COVID-19 Response Mechanism (C19RM) and HIV projects in the capacity below:
Job Title: Global Fund Program Officer
Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Contract
Duration: 36 months but renewable on a yearly basis subject to satisfactory performance and continued funding for the position
Supervisor: Project Director
Job Summary
- The Program Officer is responsible for providing support to ensure the smooth implementation of programs.
- This includes working on communication and documentation, identifying communication opportunities, and strategies to raise awareness about the grants.
- The Program Officer will assist the Project Director in identifying challenges to implementation and follow up on their resolution.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Project Director in collecting reports and conducting analyses of programmatic activities.
- Coordinate planning and implementation of Grant Management activities, including meetings with various stakeholders.
- Standardize reporting and information processes across all units.
- Provide administrative support, including program database management.
- Assist with air travel logistics for the team.
- Maintain, review, and manage program risks, including maintaining a risk log with mitigation measures.
- Attend meetings with stakeholders, document minutes, and follow up on action points.
- Collaborate with the Communications and Documentations Officer to identify communication opportunities and strategies to raise awareness about the project.
- Maintain contact lists of stakeholders and support the HMIS/MEL TA with project training database and CCM dashboard.
- Assist in planning site visits to verify deliverables and implementation progress.
Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree (BSc, BA). A Master’s Degree in Public Health, Health Sciences, Behavioral Sciences, or equivalent is an added advantage.
- 5 years of relevant experience in international development programs, with at least 3 years in a Global Fund project.
- Demonstrated ability in data management and presentation.
- Knowledge of health systems and development programming, particularly in Nigeria.
- Basic accounting and financial management skills.
- Familiarity with major donor policies, particularly Global Fund, and international not-for-profit organizations.
- Strong financial reporting skills, including reporting on budget variances and implementation status.
- Detail-oriented work with a high level of accuracy.
- Strong interpersonal communication skills, both written and oral.
- Ability to plan and prioritize work under tight deadlines and work well both independently and as part of a team.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and experience with web-based applications.
Benefits of Working for RSSH/C19RM Project
This position offers a number of benefits to its employees, including:
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunities for professional development and growth
- A chance to make a real difference in the lives of people affected by HIV/AIDS.
Deadline: 6th November, 2023.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
Note
- If you are interested in working on a challenging and rewarding project to improve the health and well-being of Nigerians, we encourage you to apply.
- The specific qualifications and responsibilities listed in the job posting are for informational purposes and may be subject to change.
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