Ongoing recruitment at Management Sciences for Health (MSH), 2nd April 2019

The Management Sciences for Health (MSH), a global health nonprofit organization, uses proven approaches developed over 40 years to help leaders, health managers, and communities in developing nations build stronger health systems for greater health impact. We work to save lives by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health. We are recruiting to fill the positions of:

Job Title: Monitoring & Evaluation Data Analyst Job ID: 13-10575 Location: Abuja Group/Office: PDG (Program Delivery Group) Dept/Unit: PDGGEN - Program Delivery Group Project/Program: A000 - None Specified Reports To: MEL Specialist Overview

• M&E Data Analyst is to support the strengthening of the national Health Information System. This includes but not limited to the improving data analysis and use, strengthening M&E coordination platforms, supporting the electronic reporting, improving the data use culture, data quality management and supportive supervision across the ATM landscape, and supporting interventions around strengthening the national DHIS2 instance.

Specific Responsibilities

• Support project stakeholder management efforts
• Represent the project within the M&E/HMIS community.
• Support the development of concept notes, guidance documents, manuals etc
• Support the documentation and dissemination of best practices.
• Support the development and communication of products including fact sheets, success stories, technical briefs, reports, publications and more.
• Support the implementation of grant interventions and activities including supporting national DHIS2 instance, improving e-reporting approaches, supporting scale up of EMR, supporting systems interoperability initiatives, improving reporting rates, data quality and data use at all levels of the national data flow pipelines for ATM services. Support the triangulation of PSM, LMIS and routine service data; and the development /review of data collection as applicable.
• Support the design, development and deployment of project data use products including interactive data use products towards evidence based decision making.
• Support the design and or upgrade of the project grant management and tracking tools.
• Support the design and or upgrade of the grant comprehensive data management system.
• Link and analyze resource inputs, outputs and outcomes and report on project effectiveness and efficiency.
• Supporting the preparation and submission of donor narrative and data reports

Qualifications and Experience

• A degree in Information Science, Data Science, Public Health, Statistics, Health Informatics or any field.
• At least 3 years’ experience in M&E of health interventions.
• Very strong experience in data analysis and use.
• A strong experience with the national M&E system especially as it relates to ATM.
• Very good hands-on involvement in the government and donor landscapes.
• Experience working with key M&E/HMIS stakeholders across a multiplicity of disease programs as well experience with applicable platforms for coordinating and managing the M&E system.
• Experience in development and deployment of data quality management systems and tools.
• Experience in M&E in relation to a variety of donors [eg GF and PEPFAR].
• Experience with electronic medical records and interoperability of databases.
• Experience in the development of national tools and documents
• DHIS developer or super user experience is a strong advantage.

Interested and qualified candidates should:  Click here to apply

Job Title: Health Informatics Specialist Job ID: 13-10574 Location: Nigeria-Abuja Group/Office: PDG (Program Delivery Group) Dept/Unit: PDGGEN - Program Delivery Group Project/Program: A000 - None Specified Reports To: Director, MEL/HIS Grade: J Overview

• The M&E Specialist, Health Informatics [EMR] as a member of the project M&E team is to contribute to the overall attainment of project objectives.
• H/her primary focus will be on ensuring project EMR platform and EMR-related operations are of topmost quality and effectiveness.

Specific Responsibilities

• Influence the project leadership towards delivering on project health informatics-related mandate
• Represent project in Health Informatics-related groups.
• Work with stakeholders on the development and roll out of health informatics products.
• The health informatics team will lead the design and execution of capacity and skill transfer schemes for stakeholders.
• To provide technical assistance and support in the development of health informatics-related products.
• Represent the project in Health Informatics-related groups.
• Support and review the work of consultants working on project-supported health informatics deliverables including but not limited to strengthening of DHIS2, development of interoperability systems and user-friendly interactive data use products.
• Support the development of guidance documents, manuals, concept notes and SOPs.
• Support the achievement of interoperability of multiple in-country electronic platforms.
• Support the design, development and execution of capacity transfer systems.
• Development of customized interactive data use products

Qualifications and Experience

• B.Sc./HND in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering or any other degree with demonstrable expertise on the subject matter.
• Minimum of 5 years designing and deploying EMR systems
• Solid experience on database platforms in-country including but not limited to EMR, DHIS2, NAVISION.
• DHIS2 developer or super user experience.
• Experience with development of mobile EMR applications
• Experience with the national health management information system
• Experience designing, developing, executing and or supporting interoperability between EMR and other platforms including DHIS2.
• Minimum of 5 year working with RDBMS in particular MySQL. knowledge of PostgreSQL is an added advantage
• Experience developing interactive data use products
• Experience designing and executing capacity transfer schemes/exercises.
• Strong experience with Power BI or advanced excel, is an advantage.
• A solid understanding of M&E is a plus
• Must have excellent knowledge of Java programing language and familiar with JavaFX, Open Web App (OWA) and other java libraries
• Must have excellent knowledge of and experience in MySQL
• Competence in Python, R or equivalent programming language
• Ability to write at least 2 programming languages
• Strong competence in advanced excel and or Power BI
• Excellent knowledge of RDBMS
• Very good hands-on experience working with Linux and Windows OS
• A solid knowledge of the SDLC process
• Very good practical skills working with Tomcat and Apache web server
• Ability to deploy and manage virtual machine
• Extensive experience in computer hardware, network design and switching
• Ability to develop simplified algorithm from user specification
• Very quick in resolving software issues around Linux and windows OS
• Experience working with any electronic medical record system particularly Open Source
• Experience organizing/formatting of source code
• Ability to use analytical soft wares
• Excellent organizational skills, great attention to detail
• Strong experience in the development of procedure manuals, SOPs and guidance documents
• Excellent communications skills, including writing and oral presentation skills.
• Good analytical, presentation and reporting skills
• Excellent inter-personal and leadership skills.

Interested and qualified candidates should:  Click here to apply

Job Title: Supply Chain Data Analyst Job ID: 13-10576 Location: Abuja Group/Office: PDG (Program Delivery Group) Dept/Unit: PDGGEN - Program Delivery Group Project/Program: A000 - None Specified Reports To: Director, Supply Chain Management Slot: 2 Openings Overview

• The objective of the Supply Chain Data Analyst position is support the Director Supply Chain in the management and coordination of the implementation of the grant supply chain management interventions and activities, towards meeting grant goal.
• S/he will support the strengthening of supply chain competencies and performance across the national, state and LGA levels of the health system.
• S/he will lead project level PSM data management including performance tracking on key PSM indices.

Specific Responsibilities

• Support the development of SCMS-related data use products.
• Lead project-level SCMS data management and result measurement.
• Support the development of guidance documents, concept notes, SOPs, capacity building events etc
• Support the management/coordination of grant SCMS interventions and activities.
• Support grant stakeholder management effort including support to SRs.
• Support LMCUs
• Represent the project within the SCMS community.
• Support the development and or upgrade/review of SCMS tools.
• Participate in national-level SCMS technical working group (TWG) meetings.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor of Pharmacy Degree or Doctor of Pharmacy Degree; or Degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences. Post-graduate degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 4 years’ field level experience in supply chain management within the public health settings.
• Experience implementing supply chain interventions in HIV, TB & Malaria programs.
• Experience working in leadership and coordination.
• Experience in data management and use particularly as it relates to SCMS.
• Experience working with a broad number of stakeholders [government, donors, implementers] within the SCMS space.
• Strong experience using the LMIS tools [electronic and paper-based] in Nigeria.

Interested and qualified candidates should:  Click here to apply

Job Title: Procurement Specialist II Job ID: 13-10577 Location: Nigeria-Abuja Group/Office: PDG (Program Delivery Group) Dept/Unit: PDGGEN - Program Delivery Group Project/Program: A000 - None Specified Reports To: Senior operations Manager Grade: H Overview

• The role of the Procurement Specialist is to procure goods and services in compliance with MSH procurements policies and procedures.
• S/he collects proforma invoices on approved purchase requisitions, prepares offer analysis and makes recommendations.
• Once the purchase order has been completed, the Procurement Specialist will follow up to assure delivery.
• She/he maintains procurement data including supplier list and standards of goods and services, and ensures the effectiveness of procurement in timely and cost effective manner.

Specific Responsibilities

• Facilitate the preparation of procurement plan
• Receives approved Purchase Requisitions (PR) for procurement of goods and services
• Tracks all PRs, for both local purchases and those requested through Cambridge
• Determines price reasonableness
• Responsible for collection and analysis of proforma invoices and presents to the supervisor for further processing or approval;
• Inquires immediately for more specifications from requesting units if the purchase request is not clearly specified and completed;
• Handles field office purchases when required;
• Ensures that purchases are made in the best interests of the donor and MSH;
• Assures delivery or pickup of PO for collection of goods;
• Prepares weekly procurement status report and submits to the supervisor;
• Regularly updates the supervisor of all partial collection of the procured goods;
• Informs the supervisor about prices and qualities of goods if purchases are not of routine nature.
• Does quarterly or 6 month reviews of preapproved vendors for routine items such as office supplies, cleaning products, etc.
• Also performs other duties as requested by the immediate supervisor.
• Inform supervisor immediately if asked to compromise integrity by any vendor or other.

Qualifications and Experience

• University Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management or Business. Master’s degree in a relevant discipline is an advantage.
• Minimum of three years’ in purchasing and supply management experience
• Experience in a USG or donor funded project or NGO preferred
• Strong numeric skills and attention to detail and quality Ability to work in a team-oriented environment while maintaining an individual workload
• Logical and flexible approach to solving problems, especially when working under pressure
• Monitoring/assessing performance to make improvements or take corrective action
• Ability to work under pressure
• Planning and scheduling skills
• Good organizational skills
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to interact professionally with a culturally diverse staff, clients and consultants.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative and ability to meet deadlines with attention to detail and quality
• Demonstrated intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite applications.

Interested and qualified candidates should:  Click here to apply

Job Title: Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning [MEL] Specialist Job ID: 13-10573 Location: Nigeria-Abuja Group/Office: PDG (Program Delivery Group) Dept/Unit: PDGGEN - Program Delivery Group Project/Program: A000 - None Specified Reports To: Director, MEL/HIS Grade: J Overview

• The MEL Specialist is to support the strengthening of the national Health Information System.
• This includes but not limited to the strengthening of M&E coordination platforms, supporting the electronic reporting, improving the data use culture, data quality management and supportive supervision across the ATM landscape, and supporting interventions around strengthening the national DHIS2 instance.

Specific Responsibilities

• Support project stakeholder management efforts
• Represent the project within the M&E/HMIS community.
• Support the development of concept notes, guidance documents, manuals etc
• Support the documentation and dissemination of best practices.
• Support the development and communication of products including fact sheets, success stories, technical briefs, reports, publications and more.
• Support the implementation of grant interventions and activities including supporting national DHIS2 instance, improving e-reporting approaches, supporting scale up of EMR, supporting systems interoperability initiatives, improving reporting rates, data quality and data use at all levels of the national data flow pipelines for ATM services. Support the triangulation of PSM, LMIS and routine service data; and the development /review of data collection as applicable.
• Support the design, development and deployment of project data use products including interactive data use products.
• Support the design and or upgrade of the project grant management and tracking tools.
• Support the design and or upgrade of the grant comprehensive data management system.
• Link and analyze resource inputs, outputs and outcomes and report on project effectiveness and efficiency.
• Supporting the preparation and submission of donor narrative and data reports.

Qualifications and Experience

• A degree in Information Science, Data Science, Public Health, Statistics, Health Informatics or any field. Post graduate qualification desirable.
•  At least 6 years’ experience in M&E of health interventions.
• A strong experience with the national M&E system especially as it relates to ATM.
• Very good hands-on involvement in the government and donor landscapes.
• Experience working with key M&E/HMIS stakeholders across a multiplicity of disease programs as well experience with applicable platforms for coordinating and managing the M&E system.
• Experience in development and deployment of data quality management systems and tools.
• Experience in M&E in relation to a variety of donors [eg GF and PEPFAR].
• Experience with electronic medical records and interoperability of databases.
• Experience in the development of national tools and documents
• DHIS developer or super user experience is a strong advantage.

Interested and qualified candidates should:  Click here to apply

Job Title: Operation Associate Job ID: 13-10578 Location: Abuja Group/Office: PDG (Program Delivery Group) Dept/Unit: PDGGEN - Program Delivery Group Project/Program: A000 - None Specified Reports To: Senior Operations Manager Overview

• The Operations Assistant is responsible for ensuring the smooth operations of logistic provided by the Senior Operations Manager by providing clerical support.
• She or he works with the Senior Operations Manager to make hotel and airline arrangements, provide assistance to staff in need of visas, assist Expats and TCN in obtaining Nigerian resident visas, coordinate the arrangement of materials and equipment as specified in the activity profiles and provide assistance to assure shipments to the projects clear customs in a timely manner

Specific Responsibilities

• Arrange hotel for Nigerian staff, participants, consultants who are coming to Abuja for assignments
• Arrange hotel for TDY staff coming to assist Nigeria teams
• Assist staff in obtaining visas for international travel
• Assist in making international and local travel arrangements
• Arrange for telephones and internet modems for TDY and new staff, as the case may be
• Provide assistance and follow up to Expats and TCNs on obtaining Nigerian resident VISAS
• Assist in organizing for the dispatch  of goods  and equipment  whenever  required and ensure  that  packing  list,  waybills  and  export  documentations   where  necessary  are prepared and ensure that shipping details are communicated in writing promptly to the receiver
• Calendar management, ensuring conference rooms are booked and Meeting/conference/activity logistics and making sure to update the records regularly
• Arrange spaces for new employees making sure the availability of desks, chairs etc. are ready for them to use on the start day
• Coordinate the approved Activity Profiles making sure that materials, equipment, etc required for the activity are organized and ready for the activity
• Coordinate catering services for official functions within and outside the office location
• Other tasks as requested by supervisor
• Ensure that systems are in place in country to ensure that operations are managed and staff act in full compliance with local laws, adhere to contract/award and donor requirements, and comply with MSH policies and standard operating procedures.
• Monitor and ensure compliance

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree and/or equivalent relevant experience.
• 3-4 year working experience
• Verbal and written language skills in English required
• Ability to work independently and take initiative
• Ability to learn complex program procedures.
• Good typing skills. Good memo composition and editing skills. Good computer skills with sound knowledge of commonly used application software
• Familiar with internet search engines and able to undertake background search on well-defined tasks

Interested and qualified candidates should:  Click here to apply

Job Title: Senior Operation Manager Job ID: 13-10568 Location: Abuja Group/Office: PDG (Program Delivery Group) Dept/Unit: PDGGEN - Program Delivery Group Project/Program: A000 - None Specified Reports To: Director, Finance & Administration  Overview

• The Senior Operations Manager has primary responsibility for ensuring that MSH operations in Nigeria are efficient, effective, and focused on meeting project objectives.

Specific Responsibilities

• Develop and execute responsive and appropriate operations management systems (for office management, local procurement, fleet management and logistics, consultant and subcontractor administration, etc.) in line with local laws and regulations, MSH policies and standard operating procedures, and donor requirements.
• Lead and manage the operations functions by aligning staffing and systems with country projects and available resources to provide timely, cost effective, and high quality support and administrative services to all MSH country-based projects and activities.
• Ensure that all MSH in-country projects receive equitable, effective, timely, cost-effective, and high‐quality financial management, accounting, operations and administrative support to all MSH in-country projects, in full compliance with local laws and available resources, and in an environment with adequate internal controls, adherence to contract/award regulations, MSH policies and standard operating procedures.
• Participate in routine management team meetings, and attend other meetings which are relevant to the operations activities, including country Operations Support Team (OST) meetings.
• Coordinate execution of internal/external operations, financial or program reviews or audits, and ensure timely follow up to review or audit conclusions and recommendations that are relevant to operations, in collaboration with the OST.
• Coordinate and collaborate with the Operations Officer/PSOs and country OST to achieve resolution of pending operations issues, questions and home office operations support requests. Communicate with other MSH HQ-based parties (Groups, projects, corporate offices), as needed to ensure proper consultation and notification of important information and issues.
• Ensure that strong internal control systems are in place, and that MSH Code of Conduct and MSH’s Zero Tolerance practice are well understood by all staff in country.
• Assist Country Representative/ Lead to conduct regular and thorough risk assessments in country, and to monitor success of risk mitigation and risk control activities.
• Ensure appropriate segregation of duty in all procurement and payment activities within all MSH offices in country.
• Ensure that systems are in place in country to ensure that operations are managed and staff act in full compliance with local laws, adhere to contract/award and donor requirements, and comply with MSH policies and standard operating procedures. Systems are in place to:
• Ensure that appropriate staff members are aware of and understand laws, contract/award and donor requirements, and MSH policies and procedures
• Monitor compliance
• Manage MSH offices and facilities to ensure a safe, efficient, and appropriate working environment for all staff.
• Manage general office services including guards, cleaning services, etc.
• Manage Information Services.
• Oversee property and asset management
• Oversee insurance, inspection, registration and operations for all MSH vehicles in country.
• Manage and plan vehicle maintenance
• Hire and train drivers and monitor performance
• Analyze and monitor vehicle and fuel usage and standards and report on any issues
• Schedule use of fleet as per MSH policies
• Coordinate and oversee travel payments and logistics for all MSH in-country travel.
• Manage and monitor lodging, transportation, per diem and associated payments, including those related to participant training, study tours, in-country events and workshops.
• Set local per diem policies and rates and ensure compliance and standards.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of a Master's degree in Business Administration, Financial Management, Accounting, or other relevant discipline or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 7 years of experience managing operations of health or development programs in developing countries
• At least 5 year’s significant operations management experience, preferably in Nigeria
• Comprehensive knowledge of donor funded programs, regulations and requirements.
• Demonstrated success and familiarity in Nigeria
• Analytical skills
• Organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and within a team
• Ability to assess priorities and manage a variety of activities with attention to detail
• Strong conceptualization, facilitation, and planning skills
• Possess outstanding professional reputation
• Demonstrated interpersonal, written, and oral presentation skills
• Excellent cross-cultural communication and active listening skills.
• Solid understanding of USG regulations and administrative procedures in the implementation of donor assisted projects required
• Familiarity with other donors and their requirements
• Fluency in English and dominant language of Nigeria.

Interested and qualified candidates should:  Click here to apply

Job Title: Driver III Job ID 13-10566 Location: Nigeria-Abuja Group/Office PDG: (Program Delivery Group) Dept/Unit: PDGGEN - Program Delivery Group Project/Program A000: None Specified Reports To: Finance & Admin Associate Grade: C Overview

• The Driver’s job is to provide transport support services to all project staff. This includes driving MSH/project vehicles while supporting commuting for project. Drivers are also responsible for the care and maintenance of the project vehicles.

Specific Responsibilities

• Drive project staff to activities and meeting within and outside of Abuja.
• Maintain accurate and up to date records relating to individual vehicle use.
• Ensure all aspects of vehicle policy are being followed and enforced during your assignments.
• Inspect vehicle prior to travel to assure all fluids, tires, wipers, belts etc are in good working order.
• Signal any sign of need for maintenance or other problem with the vehicle to the transport and logistic associate.
• Keep vehicle health log updated.
• Assure the security of the vehicle when outside of the office.
• Assure the safety of all passengers.
• Submit all expense reports in a timely manner to accounting, properly completed.

Qualifications and Experience

• Secondary school certificate.
• A university certification or degree is an advantage.
• At least 3 years driving experiences
• Good knowledge of standard driving practices
• Good driving record.
• Sound judgment, non-aggressive driving style and good communication skills.
• Ability to travel if required
• Mental programs for interpreting and responding to events automatically; and motivations which activate and direct safe behavior and anticipate problems
• Ability to organize and complete manual and routine tasks as assigned.

Interested and qualified candidates should:  Click here to apply

Job Title: Finance Associate Job ID: 13-10567 Location: Abuja Slot: 3 Openings Group/Office: PDG (Program Delivery Group) Dept/Unit: PDGGEN - Program Delivery Group Project/Program: A000 - None Specified Reports To: Accountant II Overview

• The Finance Associate is responsible for assisting the Senior Accountant/Finance Manager with safeguarding the assets (financial and physical) of MSH and ultimately the U.S. Government or other donor against fraud, loss or misuse.
• The Finance Associate is responsible for ensuring that any money expended in the field is done in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, MSH policy, and any cost principles imposed by the donor agency.
• The Finance Associate is aware of and adheres to MSH’s procurement integrity standards in all activities.

Specific Responsibilities

• Prepare payment vouchers
• Properly code all transactions
• Payment of expenses, including per diem and transport to participants during activities in the field
• Prepare and control advances
• Assure balances of unused portions of advances are deposited into the MSH account
• Prepare deposit slips for cash to be deposited into the bank account
• Reconcile advances, including review of receipts, coding of expenses on the general voucher and entering into QuickBooks
• Maintain accounting files
• Follow up on outstanding advances and assure timely reconciliation
• Control consumption of project (petrol, electricity, water, telephone)
• Participate in the improvement of the accounting system and the system of internal control
• Create all financial reports as requested by supervisor
• Preparation of forms for payments of taxes and social security
• Other tasks as requested by supervisor

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of University Degree or HND in Accounting or any equivalent certification
• Minimum of 1year experience in accounting
• Knowledge of US Government funded programs, regulations and requirements
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, especially Excel spreadsheets
• Ability to use basic accounting software (i.e. QuickBooks) or comparable software
• Demonstrate good judgment and sound financial "common sense"
• Verbal and written language skills in English required including speaking, writing, understanding, reading and the ability to conduct business in English
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills with a service-oriented outlook
• Advanced reporting skills
• Computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications (Excel spreadsheets, word processing, and electronic mail along with data entry experience)
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work independently, prioritizes tasks and meets deadlines
• Ability to work in a team
• Ability to work in a team with extensive knowledge and experience with U.S. government projects.
• Understanding of the tenets of cash control and asset management, and must be able to complete timely and accurate account reconciliations
• Ability to follow MSH and donor policies and procedures for procurement and documentation, and ensure adequate accounting documentation for a proper audit trail

Interested and qualified candidates should:  Click here to apply

Job Title: Accountant Senior II Job ID: 13-10570 Location: Abuja Grade: I Group/Office: PDG (Program Delivery Group) Dept/Unit: PDGGEN - Program Delivery Group Project/Program: A000 - None Specified Reports To: Director Finance & Admin Overview

• The Senior Accountant is responsible for assisting the Director Finance & Admin with safeguarding the assets (financial and physical) of MSH and ultimately the U.S. Government or other donor against fraud, loss or misuse.
• The Accountant is responsible for ensuring that any money expended in the field is done in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, MSH policy, and any cost principles imposed by the donor agency.
• The Accountant is aware of and adheres to MSH’s procurement integrity standards in all activities.

Specific Responsibilities

• Prepare payment vouchers.
• Properly code all transactions.
• Control and enter all expenses from the petty cash,
• Payment of expenses, including per diem and transport to participants during activities in the field.
• Prepare and control advances.
• Assure balances of unused portions of advances are deposited into the MSH account.
• Prepare deposit slips for cash to be deposited into the bank account.
• Reconcile advances, including review of receipts, coding of expenses on the general voucher and entering into QuickBooks.
• Maintain accounting files.
• Follow up on outstanding advances and assure timely reconciliation.
• Control consumption of project (petrol, electricity, water, telephone)
• Participate in the improvement of the accounting system and the system of internal control.
• Create all financial reports as requested by supervisor.
• Preparation of forms for payments of taxes and social security.
• Ensure that payments are processed accurately, timely, and safely (to minimize MSH’s risk exposure).
• Ensure that treasury practices in country minimize MSH’s cash exposure.
• Ensure that entries are entered into financial system accurately and timely.
• Ensure that month and year-end accounting activities are done accurately and in compliance with MSH policies and procedures.
• Other tasks as requested by supervisor

Qualifications and Experience

• University Degree in Accounting or equivalent certification from a Business Technical School.
• Master’s Degree in accounting will be an added advantages
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as an Accountant
• Understanding of key aspects of accounting
• Experience with U.S. government projects
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, especially Excel spreadsheets, or comparable software
• Ability to use basic accounting software (i.e. QuickBooks)
• Demonstrate good judgment and sound financial "common sense"
• Ability to create and monitor budgets. Understanding of the basic tenets of Cash Control, Asset Management and Bank Reconciliation
• Understanding of principals of adequate documentation and of audit, and performance necessary to ensure audit compliance.
• Written and verbal proficiency in English including business terminology
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, especially Excel spreadsheets, or comparable software.
• Strong written and oral presentation skills in English
• A creative and proactive approach to all areas of work with a ‘can do’ attitude, in line with the MSH’s values
• Strong team working orientation with a flexible and adaptable approach to work demands across the whole organization
• Commitment to accuracy and attention to detail
• Collaboration Skills

Interested and qualified candidates should:  Click here to apply

Job Title: State Team Leader Job ID: 13-10564 Location: Nigeria-Niger Group/Office: PDG (Program Delivery Group) Dept/Unit: PDGGEN - Program Delivery Group Project/Program: A512 - Nigeria CaTSS Reports To: Project Director Grade: J Overview

• The State Team Leader (STL) will provide overall leadership and management of the CaTSS project in Niger State in a manner that strengthens partnerships with the state government and other partners, and leads to sustainable HIV/AIDS prevention and control efforts.
• The STL will spearhead coordination, implementation and reporting of the CaTSS program in the State and ensure optimal resource management in the project.
• The STL will serve as a member of the Project Management Team and responsible for overall project performance in their states of primary responsibility.

Specific Responsibilities

• Leading the development of an integrated CaTSS project plan for the State.
• Operationalize CaTSS project plan in the State ensuring efficient coordination of resources to maximize integration and synergy of program areas.
• Lead and manage the achievement of the CaTSS overall goal in the states
• Transitioning of CaTSS supported health facilities to the state
• Establish system for project monitoring, evaluation and reporting.
• Support the state HMIS Officer to establish a functional state M&E data system with periodic analyses and review to inform program management.
• Establish a system for timely relevant technical support to all implementing health facilities.
• Take responsibility for management of the state CaTSS project budget and all other resources under the direction of the Project Director
• Advocate and represent MSH CaTSS project at the highest level in the state on matters of HIV/AIDS and TB.
• Liaise and network with relevant CaTSS partners and collaborators in the state to improve MSH’s visibility, coordination of activities and promotion of shared advocacy agenda.
• Supervise staff and manage staff performance and development.
• Provides clear documentation of programmatic achievements as well as required data and keeps MSH senior management informed of state activities on monthly, quarterly and annual basis.

Qualifications and Experience

• Graduate degree in Public Health, Public Administration, Management or related discipline, or equivalent experience. Postgraduate degree in related field preferred
• At least 5 years’ senior level work experience in health program management in developing countries, or equivalent
• Previous supervision or team leader experience
• Proven track record in managing international projects or in senior management of a large and complex project overseas
• Willingness to travel within the states and other parts of the country as needed
• Understanding of USAID and field Missions; USG audiences, trends and requirements
• Proven programmatic, technical and managerial expertise in providing support to institutions to strengthen their management and/or leadership capacity, systems and processes, and sustainability potential
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
• Computer skills: Windows applications for word processing and spreadsheet software
• Extraordinary verbal and written communication skills to manage project communications and disseminate project information are required
• Demonstrated leadership and capacity to oversee USAID-funded
• Demonstrated capacity to collaborate with colleagues, teams and partner organizations to achieve results.

Interested and qualified candidates should:  Click here to apply

Job Title: Accountant II Job ID: 13-10563 Location: Abuja Slot: 3 Openings Group/Office: PDG (Program Delivery Group) Dept/Unit: PDGGEN - Program Delivery Group Project/Program: A000 - None Specified Reports To: Senior accountant II Overview

• The Accountant is responsible for assisting the Senior Accountant with safeguarding the assets (financial and physical) of MSH and ultimately the U.S. Government or other donor against fraud, loss or misuse.
• The Finance Associate is responsible for ensuring that any money expended in the field is done in accordance with generally accepted Accounting Principles, MSH policy, and any cost principles imposed by the donor agency.  The Finance Associate is aware of and adheres to MSH’s procurement integrity standards in all activities.

Specific Responsibilities

• Prepare payment vouchers
• Properly code all transactions
• Control and enter all expenses from the petty cash
• Payment of expenses, including per diem and transport to participants during activities in the field
• Prepare and control advances.
• Assure balances of unused portions of advances are deposited into the MSH account
• Prepare deposit slips for cash to be deposited into the bank account
• Reconcile advances, including review of receipts, coding of expenses on the general voucher and entering into QuickBooks
• Maintain accounting files
• Follow up on outstanding advances and assure timely reconciliation
• Control consumption of project (petrol, electricity, water, telephone)
• Participate in the improvement of the accounting system and the system of internal control
• Create all financial reports as requested by supervisor
• Preparation and filing of forms for payments of taxes and social security:
  • Ensure that payments are processed accurately, timely, and safely (to minimize MSH’s risk exposure).
  • Ensure that treasury practices in country minimize MSH’s cash exposure.
  • Ensure that entries are entered into financial system accurately and timely.
• Ensure that month and year-end accounting activities are done accurately and in compliance with MSH policies and procedures.
• Ensure that systems are in place in country to ensure that operations are managed and staff act in full compliance with local laws, adhere to contract/award and donor requirements, and comply with MSH policies and standard operating procedures.
• Systems are in place to:
  • Ensure that appropriate staff members are aware of and understand laws, contract/award and donor requirements, and MSH policies and procedures
• Monitor and ensure compliance.
• Other tasks as requested by supervisor.

The responsibilities and duties are indicative only. The responsibilities and duties are subject to change to meet the needs of the project, the organization and the donor. Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of University Degree or HND in Accounting
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in accounting
• Knowledge of Global Fund funded programs, regulations and requirements
• Experience or understanding of key aspects of accounting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, especially Excel spreadsheets
• Experience in the use of accounting software (QuickBooks preferred)
• Understanding of the basic tenets of Cash Control, Asset Management and Bank Reconciliation
• Demonstrate good judgment and sound financial "common sense"
• Verbal and written language skills in English required including speaking, writing, understanding, reading and the ability to conduct business in English
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills with a service-oriented outlook
• Advanced reporting skills
• Computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications (Excel spreadsheets, word processing, and electronic mail along with data entry experience)
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work independently, prioritizes tasks, and meets deadlines
• Ability to work in a team with extensive knowledge and experience with U.S. government projects.
• Understanding of the tenets of cash control and asset management, and must be able to complete timely and accurate account reconciliations
• Ability to follow MSH and donor policies and procedures for procurement and documentation, and ensure adequate accounting documentation for a proper audit trail.

 Interested and qualified candidates should:Click here to apply

Job Title: IT Specialist Job ID: 13-10569 Location: Nigeria-Abuja Group/Office: PDG (Program Delivery Group) Dept/Unit: PDGGEN - Program Delivery Group Project/Program A000: None Specified Reports To: Senior Operations Manager Grade: G Specific Responsibilities

• Provide technical set-up and needed support on all IT related issues, including installation and testing of workstations, printers, client software, upgrades, and configuration
• Implement and document network operations, processes, and procedures
• Deploy and implement office network according to HQ specifications
• Serve as the office Network Administrator
• Identify and solve possible problems in the network
• Supervise installations performed by third parties such as cabling, Internet connection, etc.
• Supervise and follow-up on equipment maintenance performed by other contractors
• Support and troubleshoot users in the Abuja office on their daily work
• Implement and enforce security on the network and prevent misuse of the IT resources
• Participate in writing IT office policy
• Responsible for IT inventory; work closely with the Director Finance & Admin and procurement team to monitor distribution and location of IT equipment by performing a yearly inventory check-up
• Set up, implement, and maintain hardware firewall
• Keep the network healthy by applying all required security patches and monitoring the correct delivery of all antivirus updates
• Implement and document a disaster recovery plan and offsite storage of backed up data

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in ICT, Information Systems, or a related field
• 5+ years’ experience in IT Systems Management
• Previous experience working on USAID-funded projects is preferred.
• Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures
• Knowledge of computers and relevant software application
• Knowledge of customer service principles and practices
• Keyboard skills
• Logical and flexible approach to solving problems, especially when working under pressure
• Verbal and written language skills in English required.
• MSCE, N+ or A+, CCNA (industry standard professional qualifications)
• Ability to work a switchboard
• Exceptional interpersonal skills
• Must possess a user first mentality
• Experience with Google Apps
• Exceptional motivation to learn on the job
• Extensive Windows, Mac and iOS or Android experience
• Experience with Python, Dart or GO a plus
• Familiarity with computer networking, TCP/IP a plus
• Familiarity with Symatec Altiris a plus
• Ability to write any programming language.

Interested and qualified candidates should:Click here to apply

Note: Management Sciences for Health is an equal opportunity employer offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, citizenship, physical or mental disability, or veteran status.