The Maternal Newborn and Child Health (MNCH) initiative is a 5-year aid
programme which operates alongside the PRRINN programme that focuses on
strengthening routine immunization in four Northern Nigerian States. The
MNCH programme aims to address the unacceptable high rates of maternal
and newborn morbidity and mortality in the selected Northern Nigerian
States. The programme is funded by the Norwegian government in
partnership with the UK Department for International Development (DFID).
It is operated by a consortium of three organizations, namely: Health
Partners International UK, Save the Children, UK and GRID Consulting
Nigeria.
The joint programme collaborates with stakeholders in
the health sector as well as civil societies to provide quantifiable
improvements to PHC systems in Northern Nigeria. PRRINN~MNCH is managed
by a team of internationally recruited professionals. Its programme
activities are carried out in Jigawa, Katsina, Yobe and Zamfara with
coordination from the programme head office in Kano. The programme has
been in operation, but seeks to recruit qualified professionals to fill
the vacant positions as identified below:
Senior State Programme Officer: States
The
Senior State Programme Officer will be based in one of the programme
operating states. The successful candidate will provide support to the
State Team Manager at the state levels. S/he will deputize for the STM
on programme management related issues; to facilitate, plan and
implement programme activities aimed at reforming maternal, child and
newborn health as well as routine immunization. S/he will also provide
required support to LGAs, stakeholders, relevant ministries and CSOs to
strengthen and manage health services.
Qualified candidates should possess the following:
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Candidate(s) must hold a post graduate qualification in Public Health,
Health Management, Health Economics, Social Development or relevant
disciplines.
• A minimum of 8 years professional work experience is essential for this position.
• S/he must have a good understanding of health delivery systems especially in Northern Nigeria.
• Additional skills required for this position include; advocacy, facilitation, planning and organization skills.
•
Also, a good hands-on computer skill, excellent written and verbal
communication skills will be expedient. Ability to communicate fluently
in Hausa is essential.
Programme Officers: States
This
position will be based in one of these programme operating states:
Katsina, Zamfara and Yobe. The successful candidate will report directly
to the State Team Manager (STM). S/he will provide technical support in
either the demand or supply side of programme activities at the state
level. Other responsibilities include; planning and coordination,
mobilization and advocacy of programme activities at the State and Local
Government levels. The Programme Officer will work in close
collaboration with other stakeholders in the ministries, health
professionals, civil societies, and other funding partners to jointly
facilitate the planning and implementation of all technical activities
aimed at reforming maternal, neonatal and child health and routine
immunization services in the state.
Qualification: Candidate(s) must hold a degree in Public Health,
Epidemiology, Social Development, Health Sciences or other
related
disciplines with a minimum of five (5) years' work experience. She must
have good understanding of operations of health care delivery services:
particularly with PHCs in Northern Nigeria. S/he must be an excellent
communicator with excellent hands-on knowledge and use of computer
Microsoft packages, strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
Previous experience in a similar role and environment will be an added
advantage. Familiarity with the region and ability to communicate
fluently in Hausa is essential for this position.
Program Assistant: Kano
The
successful candidate will be based in the Kano office of the Programme.
S/he will provide administrative, logistics and technical support to
the Programme Advisers in the head office on programme related
activities. S/he will assist the Advisers in particular and the office
in general in coordinating of workshops, meetings, collating and
managing information and documentation of programme activities in
relation to the program activity outputs.
Qualified candidates should possess the following:
•
The candidate must possess a degree in management, social or health
sciences, with a minimum of three (3) years’ postgraduate experience.
•
S/he must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be
proficient in the use of computer. Ability to communicate in Hausa is
essential.
Accountant: Abuja
The successful
candidate will be located in the programme office in Abuja. S/he will
report directly to the Finance and Admin Manager for general
coordination of programme funds. S/he will ensure a proper maintenance
of an effective cash management system. The ideal candidate will
maintain good accounting records of all accounting books and prepare
monthly and annual financial reports to the head office. S/he will also
manage and monitor all office running cost including petty cash
disbursements, processing and payment of consultants’ advances,
retirements and fees.
Qualified candidates should possess the following:
•
Candidate(s) must have a minimum of a first degree or its equivalent in
Finance, Accounting, Auditing or any related disciplines.
•
S/he must have a minimum of 3 years hands-on experience in accounting
or auditing in any organization. A strong knowledge and hands-on use of
Microsoft spreadsheet (Ms. Excel) and other computerized accounting
soft-wares is essential for this position.
• The ideal
candidate must have good written, inter-personal and communication
skills. Previous experience in a similar role and within a donor funded
environment will be an added advantage.
Front Desk Officer
The
ideal candidate will carry out a full range secretarial and reception
duties in the state office. S/he will actively be responsible for all
hospitality arrangement and upkeep of the office at all times in order
to promote a conducive and effective office environment. Occasionally,
s/he will be required to provide support to the logistician in
coordinating workshops and meetings that may arise.
Qualified candidates should possess the following:
•
Candidate must possess a minimum of HND or related qualification with a
least two (2) years’ experience in a similar role.
• S/he
must be proficient in computer and have excellent communication and
interpersonal skills. Ability to communicate in Hausa is essential.
Terms of Employment:
These
appointments will be for a contract term of up to twelve (12) months,
with an initial 3 months probationary period. The programme offers
highly competitive salary packages. However, local terms and conditions
are applicable.
Method of Application:
Interested
candidates should submit their application and updated CVs to include
contact mobile numbers and email address through the link on our website
at: www.gridconsulting.net.
Closing date for submission of applications is Friday, 22nd June, 2012.
Interviews will commence thereafter with a view to successful
candidates commencing work immediately. Only shortlisted candidates will
be contacted for interviews.
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