Employment Opportunities at Deloitte Nigeria, 24th October, 2019

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Deloitte is the largest private professional services network in the world. Everyday, approximately 286,200 professionals in more than 150 countries demonstrate their commitment to making an impact that matters. Our West Africa practice serves multinationals, large national enterprises, small and medium-sized enterprises and the public sector across Nigeria and Ghana. In Nigeria, Deloitte is one of the leading professional services firms, specializing in providing Audit, Tax, Consulting, Risk Advisory and Financial Advisory services. We serve clients in a variety of industries from financial services, consumer, telecommunications, media & technology, energy resources & Industrial and government and public services. We are recruiting to fill the position below: Job Title: Finance Officer Location: Northern, Nigeria Job Type: Contract Details

• Exciting growth opportunity exist for Public Health Professionals at the Program Management Unit (PMU) of the National Tuberculosis & Leprosy Control Programme (NTBLCP) for implementation of the Global Fund’s grant and interventions in Nigeria
• As part of the PMU, you will be a change agent and a strategic enabler applying your expertise to manage a project that impacts millions of lives while helping to put an end to Tuberculosis in Nigeria.

Description

• Assists the State Offices/Sub-Recipients to implement financial systems for monitoring the grants including grant compliance, expenditure tracking and cashflow management, timely and accurate disbursement requests and retirements, and timely reporting.
• Undertakes regular financial verification visits to the zones and states to confirm the adequacy of supporting documentation, and the adherence to the set policies guidelines.
• Prepare payment vouchers for procurements and other payments/ activities, including processing advances for state-based activities, following the appropriate approvals.
• Verify sub-recipient reports and balances including cash and bank, fixed assets and stock balances, where applicable.
• On a day-to-day basis, provide advice to state office staff and sub-recipients on relevant budgetary issues and establish the reasons for any significant variances between actual and budgeted expenditure.
• Ensure that all pertinent transactions including statutory deductions are recorded in the General Ledger in a timely manner and supporting documentation appropriately filed.
• Provide auditors and other reviewers with relevant input/ information and any other required assistance to ensure that the reviews run smoothly.
• Implement audit recommendations and provide regular progress updates to the Senior Finance Officers.
• Maintain a register to track taxes incurred on payments made.
• Support trainings, meetings and other field activities, where required.
• Any other tasks assigned by the Finance & Admin Manager and/or Senior Finance Officer that can reasonably be expected of a finance officer, but not necessarily specified above.

Requirements

• HND/B.Sc in Accountancy/Finance or related discipline.
• Professional Certification (ACA or ACCA) is an added advantage.
• Minimum of three years’ financial / grants management experience.
• Demonstrated experience with donor funded grants. Specific experience in the Health sector and with Global Fund grants is an added advantage.
• Knowledge of Nigerian Financial Regulation and Tax Laws.

Benefits Attractive. How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should: Click here to apply online   Job Title: Senior Finance Officer Location: Southern, Nigeria Job Type: Contract Details

• Exciting growth opportunity exist for Public Health Professionals at the Program Management Unit (PMU) of the National Tuberculosis & Leprosy Control Programme (NTBLCP) for implementation of the Global Fund’s grant and interventions in Nigeria
• As part of the PMU, you will be a change agent and a strategic enabler applying your expertise to manage a project that impacts millions of lives while helping to put an end to Tuberculosis in Nigeria.

Description

• Ensure that assigned programmes and projects are managed in a financially responsible manner and that significant discrepancies are promptly reported to the Finance and Admin Manager for resolution.
• Undertake occasional financial verification visits to the zones and states to confirm the adequacy of supporting documentation, accuracy of reporting and adherence to the set policies and guidelines.
• Review the concept notes/ proposals provided with payment/ advance requests to ensure they are in line with the approved workplan and budget, and that previous advances have been liquidated, prior to approval of subsequent disbursements.
• For all head office procurement and other activities, ensure compliance with the applicable procedures and that all supporting documentation is in place and checked prior to processing payment.
• Carry out month-end closing activities including reviewing the accuracy and classification of general ledger entries, completing balance sheet reconciliations (including cash/ bank and advances) and calculating the expenditure allocations to programmes and donors, where applicable.
• Assist in preparation of periodic financial reports, including annual financial statements, in line with the set guidelines and formats.
• Support the workplan and budget formulation process by providing cost input and other pertinent data including any commitments and, on a day-to-day basis, provide advice to budget holders and other staff on relevant budgetary issues.
• Assist the Finance and Admin Manager on an ongoing basis to update and refine the organizational cashflow forecast based on absorption and any identified reprogramming needs.
• Generate monthly budget variance reports for management including comments to justify any significant variances between budgeted and actual expenditure.
• Prepare the bank reconciliation on a monthly basis and submit reconciliations for final review and approval by the Finance and Admin Manager.
• Maintain the fixed asset register and inventory records in line with related policies and procedures.
• Provide auditors and other reviewers with relevant input/ information and any other required assistance to ensure that the reviews run smoothly.
• Implement audit recommendations and provide regular progress updates to the Finance and Admin Manager.
• Review monthly statutory deduction schedule (PAYE, withholding tax and Pension deductions) to ensure accuracy and timely remittances to the relevant authority.
• Review and collate the taxes incurred for periodic reporting to the donor.
• Review the PMU payroll on a monthly basis according to the payroll schedule ensuring that all the required deductions are made.
• Supervise and provide mentoring to direct reports (Finance Officers).
• Provide compliance training and support to the PMU staff, where required, to ensure compliance with the organisation's requirements.
• Any other tasks assigned by the Finance and Admin Manager that can reasonably be expected of a senior finance officer, but not necessarily specified above.

Requirements

• HND/B.Sc in Accountancy/Finance or related discipline.
• Professional qualification (ACA, CA, CPA/ ACCA) is required.
• Minimum of five years financial / grants management experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Demonstrated experience with donor funded grants. Specific experience in the Health sector and with Global Fund grants is an added advantage.
• Proficient in the use of at least one computerised accounting system and Microsoft Excel. Experience with Microsoft Dynamics (Navision) is an asset.
• Knowledge of Nigerian Financial Regulation and Tax Laws.

Benefits Attractive. How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should: Click here to apply online   Job Title: Audit/ Compliance Officer Location: Abuja Job Type: Contract Details

• Exciting growth opportunity exist for Public Health Professionals at the Program Management Unit (PMU) of the National Tuberculosis & Leprosy Control Programme (NTBLCP) for implementation of the Global Fund’s grant and interventions in Nigeria. As part of the PMU, you will be a change agent and a strategic enabler applying your expertise to manage a project that impacts millions of lives while helping to put an end to Tuberculosis in Nigeria.

Description

• Review SR and State Office financial and operational reporting systems to ensure integrity and reliability of information for decision making.
• Provide necessary support and information to external assurance providers to facilitate their independent assessment of the organisation's activities.
• Follow up with SRs, State Offices and relevant staff to ensure proper, complete and timely retirement of advances.
• Conduct checks to verify compliance with set policies and procedures, and external (regulatory) requirements.
• Participate in procurement activities as an independent observer to ensure compliance with the relevant policies and procedures.
• Conduct audit activities in compliance with the audit manual and charter.
• Prepare audit program and budget for review and approval by the Audit Manager.
• Prepare audit notification including the timing of audits and list of audit requirements.
• Conduct regular field visits to sub-recipients, project/ activity locations, beneficiaries, vendors and other relevant stakeholders, as required, to address key identified risks in line with the approved audit plan.
• Conduct spot checks of transactions to verify purpose in line with grant objectives and agreement, value for money, and appropriate authorization.
• Routinely carry out physical verification of fixed assets, stock and cash, and follow-up on any discrepancies noted.
• Communicate with relevant stakeholders throughout the audit and ensure that significant issues/ irregularities are communicated to the appropriate authorities for immediate action.
• Ensure that work done is documented in working papers linked to specific audit objectives and cross-referenced to the relevant audit program sections.
• Ensure working papers are complete and that evidence obtained is sufficient to support audit findings.
• Draft audit report, including key findings and recommendations for improvement, for Audit Manager review and approval.
• Follow-up on significant findings from previous audits and flag any long-outstanding issues for management action.
• Participate in annual asset verification and inventory/stock taking exercises.
• Perform or assist in advisory/ special assignments including investigations of suspected fraud or misappropriation, as assigned by the Audit Manager.
• Perform any other duties that can be reasonably expected of an audit/ compliance officer, as assigned by the Audit Manager.

Requirements

• HND/BSc in Accountancy/Finance or related discipline.
• Professional accounting (ACA, CPA/ ACCA, or similar) or internal audit/ risk (CIA, CISA, ACFE, or similar) qualification is an added advantage.
• Minimum of three to five years’ experience in internal audit, consulting, assurance services, or a related field.
• Experience with donor funded grants. Specific experience in the Health sector and with Global Fund grants is an added advantage.
• Working knowledge of computerised accounting systems. Experience with Microsoft Dynamics (Navision) is an asset.
• Experience in conducting/ supporting investigation reviews is an added advantage.
• Willingness to travel and spend extended periods of time in the field.

Benefits Attractive. How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should: Click here to apply online   Job Title: Zonal Tuberculosis Officer Location: Northern, Nigeria Job Type: Contract Details

• Exciting growth opportunity exist for Public Health Professionals at the Program Management Unit (PMU) of the National Tuberculosis & Leprosy Control Programme (NTBLCP) for implementation of the Global Fund’s grant and interventions in Nigeria. As part of the PMU, you will be a change agent and a strategic enabler applying your expertise to manage a project that impacts millions of lives while helping to put an end to Tuberculosis in Nigeria.

Description

• Support the state in planning and implementation of all planned activities particularly activities related to case finding (e.g. active case finding in the community, TB screening in OPD sites; intensify TB case findings among PLHIV, intensify TB case finding in health facilities; active case findings among high risk groups)
• Support the states technical in ensuring the set objectives are achieved.
• Supervise and Monitor states in their zones and ensure timely implementation of the grant activities.
• Provide TA for implementation of PMDT at community level and support enrollment to reduce the number of patients on waiting list for MDR patients.
• Provide on the job training/ mentoring for state and LGA programme managers to enhance their capacity in planning, implementing and monitoring of programme activities.
• Facilitate timely and complete collection, collation, analysis of state epidemiological data.
• Facilitate timely submission of state data and reports to the National Programme and the GF.
• Support provision of feed-back and dissemination of state epidemiological data and reports to key stakeholders.
• Facilitate on site data verification and data quality assurance at state and LGA levels.
• Report quarterly activity implementation and provide plans for the next quarter.
• Conduct strategic advocacy to LGAs in the state with aim of mobilizing resources for TB/ HIV control efforts.
• In collaboration with the Finance Officers, ensure that the State Offices/ Sub-Recipients are complying with the terms of the MOUs/ grant agreements including facilitating timely retirement of advances.

Requirements

• Medical Doctor with Masters’ level study in Public Health or Social Sciences.
• Minimum of 5 work years’ experience in public health.
• Experience in TB programme implementation is a necessary requirement.
• Experience in management and supervisory capability
• Experience in working with donor funded projects and a knowledge of policies and processes of the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria is an added advantage.
• Good understanding of budgets, financial processes and financial reporting and compliance with donor requirements.

Benefits Attractive. How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should: Click here to apply online   Job Title: Procurement and Supply Management System (PSM) Specialist Location: Northern Nigeria Job Type: Contract Details

• Exciting growth opportunity exist for Public Health Professionals at the Program Management Unit (PMU) of the National Tuberculosis & Leprosy Control Programme (NTBLCP) for implementation of the Global Fund’s grant and interventions in Nigeria. As part of the PMU, you will be a change agent and a strategic enabler applying your expertise to manage a project that impacts millions of lives while helping to put an end to Tuberculosis in Nigeria.

Job Descriptions

• Ensuring full compliance of procurement activities with the set rules, regulations, policies and strategies including elaboration of the effective internal control, proper design and functioning of a client-oriented procurement management system.
• Implementation of strategic procurement including sourcing strategy, supplier selection and evaluation, quality management, customer relationship management.
• Implementation of contract strategy including tendering processes and evaluation, contractor appraisal, evaluation and negotiation of offers, management of the contract and contractor, legal considerations and payment conditions, risk assessment.
• Assist in the input of timely and proper preparation of procurement plans for the different grants and establishment of their deadlines
• Ensure the implementation of proper monitoring system and control of procurement processes including organization of tender documents, receipt and evaluation of quotations, bids or proposals, negotiation of certain conditions of contracts in full compliance with the set rules and regulations
• Drafting submissions to the Contract, Asset and Procurement Committee (CAP) and Advisory Committee on Procurement (ACP).
• Ensuring timely and proper preparation of procurement plans for the TB grant and establishment of their deadlines
• Implementation of proper monitoring system and control of procurement processes including organization of tender documents, receipt and evaluation of quotations, bids or proposals, negotiation of certain conditions of contracts in full compliance with the set rules and regulations;
• Ensuring raising and budget checking of requisitions
• Conducting market research to keep abreast of market developments, research and analyze statistical data and market reports on the world commodity situation, production patterns and availability of goods and services.
• Development and update of roster of suppliers. Implementation of supplier selections and evaluation
• Managing all assets under the grant in compliance with the set Asset Management Rules and Regulations including but not limited to recording, coordinating and reconciling asset inventory including physical verification of asset on sites, asset transfer, disposal, write-off and synchronization of asset Inventory
• Participation in the conduct of DSA, Travel Agencies, vehicle maintenance, hotel and conference facilities surveys
• Organisation of travel including purchase of air tickets, DSA calculation, requisition preparation, arrangement of shipments, vehicle maintenance and conference facilities arrangements
• Maintaining electronic and hardcopy files and records to ensure proper accountability;
• Perform other related duties as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, any of the Social Sciences or any development related field is a requirement.
• A master’s degree will be in business management will be an advantage.
• A specialized certification in procurement or a professional membership will be an added advantage. e.g. MCIPS.
• Strong knowledge of drug procurement processes and clearance.
• Experience of international organization procurement policies and procedures is highly desirable.

Benefits Attractive How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should: Click here to apply online   Job Title: Monitoring and Evaluation Officer (Public Sector) Location: Northern, Nigeria Job Type: Contract Details

• Exciting growth opportunity exist for Public Health Professionals at the Program Management Unit (PMU) of the National Tuberculosis & Leprosy Control Programme (NTBLCP) for implementation of the Global Fund’s grant and interventions in Nigeria. As part of the PMU, you will be a change agent and a strategic enabler applying your expertise to manage a project that impacts millions of lives while helping to put an end to Tuberculosis in Nigeria.

Description

• Support the information collection for timely, accurate and complete programmatic reporting (specifically from public sectors) on grants to the relevant stakeholders.
• Support programme in periodic review and updating of M&E plans for the Global Fund grants.
• Provide necessary support to the program and SRs in the preparation of quarterly progress updates on Global Fund grant activities as required;
• Support on site data verification (OSDV) visits conducted by the LFA.
• Support the develop standard operating systems and guidelines for M&E, reporting, and related services in line with the national M&E framework.
• Support the regular monitoring of programmatic performance of the Global Fund grants, and, in conjunction with the program officers.
• Support M&E specialist to ensure that accurate reporting of the regular quality assurance of the data collection and reporting systems.
• In collaboration with the M&E specialist and PMU Team Lead draft responses to enquiries from the Global Fund and Local Fund Agent to be reviewed by the National Coordinator.
• Develop activity schedules for approval by the M&E specialist.
• Perform any other duty within the grant as assigned by the M&E specialist, PMU Team Lead or National Coordinator.

Requirements

• Degree in Health Sciences, Public Health, Statistics, Population Studies, Demography, Epidemiology or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in monitoring and evaluation of Malaria or TB or HIV programs and experience in the management information systems in the public sector.
• Demonstrated experience in designing and implementing M&E systems including performance frameworks, project management, and program/project evaluations within the health sector.

Benefits Attractive. How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should: Click here to apply online   Job Title: Monitoring and Evaluation Manager Location: Northern Nigeria Job Type: Contract Details

• Exciting growth opportunity exist for Public Health Professionals at the Program Management Unit (PMU) of the National Tuberculosis & Leprosy Control Programme (NTBLCP) for implementation of the Global Fund’s grant and interventions in Nigeria. As part of the PMU, you will be a change agent and a strategic enabler applying your expertise to manage a project that impacts millions of lives while helping to put an end to Tuberculosis in Nigeria.

Description

• Coordinate the information collection for timely, accurate and complete programmatic reporting on the grants.
• Support HIV, TB and Malaria programmes in periodic review and updating of M&E plans for the grants.
• Provide necessary support to the Programmes and SRs in the preparation of quarterly progress updates on grant activities as required.
• Facilitate on site data verification (OSDV) visits conducted by the LFA.
• Develop standard operating systems and guidelines for M&E, reporting, and related services in line with the national M&E framework.
• Lead and inform the regular monitoring of programmatic performance of the Global Fund grants, and, in conjunction with the program officers.
• Ensure accurate reporting of the regular quality assurance of the data collection and reporting systems.
• Liaise and coordinate with counterpart to make sure that the deliveries of supplies are in line with work programs and targets so that program objectives will be achieved; In collaboration with the PMU Team leader draft responses to enquiries from the Global Fund and Local Fund Agent reviewed by the National Coordinator.

Requirements

• Advanced degree in Health Sciences, Public Health, Statistics, Population Studies, Demography, Epidemiology or equivalent.
• Minimum 7 years’ experience in monitoring and evaluation of Malaria or TB or HIV programs and experience in the management information systems in the public sector.
• Experience in the monitoring and implementation of Global Fund grants is an added advantage.
• Familiarity with the MoH health management information system is an added advantage

Benefits Attractive. How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should: Click here to apply online Deadline: 7th November, 2019. Note: All applications must be completed and duly acknowledged via mail as this validates success of submission.

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