NEW OPENINGS, NON-GOVERNMENTAL ORGANIZATION
A leading international non-governmental organization working in the area of HIV and AIDS care and treatment. We require the services of resourceful, experienced and dynamic candidates for the following positions:DRIVERS LOCATION: CENTRAL OFFICERESPONSIBILITIES Drives office vehicles for the transport of the country office staff, other authorized personnel for performing official duties, transportation of program items with -due regard to time schedules. Assist passengers in entering or leaving the office vehicle; load and unload baggage, parcels documents, goods or supplies.Logs official trips, daily mileage, fuel consumption, oil changes, greasing, etc. Responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of the assigned office vehicle, checks oils, water, battery, brakes, tires, etc., performs minor repairs and arranges for other repairs and ensures that the office vehicle is kept clean • Takes suitable precautions for the security of the office vehicle and its contents when left unattended. Ensures that the office vehicle is properly kept (in the garage or on the secured cark park) during non-working hoursEnsures that all rules, regulations and local requirements are adhered to in the event of involvement in an accident? Performs other related duties as required.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS WASC/ GCE "0" Level certificate Valid Driver's license. At least four years' work experience as a driver; safe driving record. Experience in driving various makes of cars an asset. Ability to read and understand the essential meaning of a wide variety of written material including Program guidelines, manuals and instructions;To be able to prepare internal notes and complete necessary forms; To communicate with official visitors to the country Excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills Ability to communicate in spoken English.drivers2011@yahoo.comSTRATEGIC BEHAVIOR CHANGE AND COMMUNICATIONS ADVISOR LOCATION: ABUJARESPONSIBILITIESUnder the direction of the Central Clinical Unit Director, the Strategic Behavior Change and Communications Advisor will be responsible for managing the development, dissemination and evaluation of health education programs, facilitating client meetings, and contributing to the development and implementation of the SBCC strategic plan The successful applicant will have demonstrated experience working with diverse audiences in developing and implementing national level programs and outreach initiatives, managing projects and supervising staff.Provide technical assistance in the design, implementation and evaluation of SBC/Community Mobilization activities Provide oversight for the adaptation/development of IEC/media materials for the programWork closely with the various sub-grantees to design and deliver communications interventions for behavior change to target groupsProvide technical support to build the capacity of local sub-grantees; Work with CBOs and other staff to facilitate the transfer of skills to people living with HIV / AIDS and their families for prevention, support and care Participate in the application of program evaluation results, Newsletters, maintain communication websites, and prepare reports.QUALIFICATIONSMasters degree in Public Health or Social Sciences Demonstrated ability to manage Communication activities in a large, complex health related project Minimum of 5 years working experience at a senior level including IEC-related activities and community mobilizationExperience in health communications REGIONAL PMTCT ADVISOR LOCATIONS: GOMBEThe incumbents would provide technical support for multidisciplinary HIV / AIDS care and treatment, working with health facility- based site teams to provide PMTCT services to pregnant and post partum HIV positive women and their babies.RESPONSIBILITIESPlanning, implementing and monitoring PMTCT activities at sites in designated states Overseeing the PMTCT clinics at sites in designated states by providing on- going mentoring and hands- on supervision Providing care and treatment to patients as part of site multidisciplinary team Building site personnel capacity through training Developing/strengthening plans for enrolling more pregnant HIV+ women in the communities into PMTCT clinicsSupervising data collection for monitoring and evaluation use.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Advanced degree in Nursing/Midwifery, Medicine, or Public health Robust clinical experience in HIV / AIDS care and antiretroviral treatment Experience in providing PMTCT services (3years + preferable) Excellent grasp of clinical issues and current literature in HIV / AIDS and PMTCT Experience in training Excellent interpersonal skills Fluency in written and spoken English.sbccadvisor11@yahoo.comFINANCE & ADMIN MANAGER LOCATION: KADUNARESPONSIBILITIESHandles and oversees Finance and Administrative issues and of staff and consultants?Orients new staff and short-term consultants on office procedures Ensures that all Financial transactions are property documented Assists in overall financial matters including budgets at central and regional levels Manages personnel issues, determination and administration of employee benefits and allowances, etc MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSAn advanced degree or equivalent (Management, Administration, Finance and Accounting) and 5+ years relevant experience Strong managerial and I supervisory experience Proven strong HR experienceExcellent interpersonal and communication skills Ability to work with minimal supervisionKnowledge of CDC,USAID and CU's rules, regulations and procedurespmtctadvisor11@yahoo.comSUB CONTRACT SUPERVISOR LOCATIONS: GOMBERESPONSIBILITIESIdentifies and conducts pre-award assessment of potential Subrecipients1 for the region in collaboration with the DDF and Central Subcontract Accountants.Ability Advice and Train Sub-recipients on all applicable USG laws and regulations, Funding agencies rules and regulations, Terms and conditions of the subcontract Ensure consistent application of Organizational financial and administrative policies/standards, as well as use rules and regulations;Develop systems and tools for sub-recipients financial management, training staff in their use Review all Sub-recipients reports and advance requests, facilitate sub-recipients payments, and monitor their advances from sourceAssists in execution of new subcontracts and subcontract dose outs Conduct financial monitoring including Site visits and review of financial reports and their supporting documentsReview audit reports filed by Sub-recipients and corrective action taken by sub-recipients in response to audit findings.QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCEBachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting or Finance or related field and minimum of five years of relevant work experience; or Master's degree with two years of relevant work experience. General ledger experience required.Experience with USG financial rules and regulations desirable.Knowledge of CDC,USAID and CU's rules, regulations, and procedures concerning subcontractsStrong attention to detail; Strong organizational and prioritization skillsStrong computer spreadsheet and word processing skills.finandmanager11@yahoo.comSUB CONTRACT FINANCE MANAGER LOCATIONS: ABUJARESPONSIBILITIESAssists, establishes and manages field office financial systems for subcontract activities Implements accounting and financial policies to ensure financial integrity of Subcontract programsTakes the lead in monitoring expenditure, preparing accurate and timely monthly subcontract reports and financial statements Supervises Subcontract finance AccountantsManages all subcontract local Vendors contracts, and other service agreements in collaboration with HR/ Admin Manager Assists in the identification and conducting of pre-award assessment of potential Sub-recipients, for the region in collaboration with the ODP Advise and Train Sub-recipients on all applicable USG laws and regulations, Funding agencies rules and regulations, Terms and conditions of the subcontractEnsure consistent application of Organizational financial and administrative policies/standards, as well as USG rules and regulationsDevelop systems and tools for sub-recipients financial management; training staff in their use QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCEBachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting or Finance or related field and minimum of five years of relevant work experience in project finance in a senior capacity; General ledger experience required. Experience with USG financial rules and regulations desirable.Knowledge of CDC, USAID and CU's rules, regulations, and procedures concerning subcontracts Strong Managerial and Supervisory experienceStrong attention to detail; Strong organizational and prioritization skills Strong t computer spreadsheet and word processing skills subcontractadv11@yahoo.comSITE COORDINATOR (5 positions) LOCATIONS: AKWA IBOM, BENUE, GOMBE, OGOJA, KAFANCHAN.ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIESManaging and providing technical guidance to the Regional Implementation Team on HIV / AIDS care and treatment programs Supervising a team of professionals providing technical assistance and support to facilities implementing HIV I AIDS care and treatment programs Assisting with individual and site work planning, regional strategic planning, and reporting to donors Fostering a productive working relationship between our organization and facilities that we partner with? Maintaining an excellent working relationship with counterparts at State and Local levels, USG implementing partners, and Local groups/organization Able to represent our organization effectively and productively in the region.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSAdvanced degree in Public Health, Management, Medicine, or Nursing Supervisory experience in health program management At least 5 years of experience working in health care system in Nigeria Experience working in collaboration with local Governmental partners, U.S. Government or bilateral donors preferredClinical experience in HIV I AIDS care and antiretroviral treatment is an added advantage Strong management skillsExcellent interpersonal skills Strong communication skills in written and spoken English Must be capable of independently developing and implementing the duties described above Ability to speak local languages is an added advantage.site_coordinator@yahoo.comGENERAL REQUIREMENTSAll positions require candidates that are proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite and Internet/Emails,Significant amounts of travel required for all positions METHOD OF APPLICATIONInterested candidates should apply by email with CV and a suitability statement as one Microsoft Word attachment to the email address below according to the position being applied for .The subject of the email should be the POSITION title applied for and the applicant's full name e.g. Driver -Abdul Okoro. Applications that do not meet the above specification wilt be rejected.Only short listed candidates will be contacted.Application closes 9th November, 2010.