Ongoing recruitment at Achieving Health Nigeria Initiative (AHNi)

Achieving Health Nigeria Initiative (AHNi) is an indigenous non-governmental organization that promotes Socio-economic development by supporting a broad range of global health interventions, education and economic initiatives in Nigeria. AHNi is an allied organization to Family Health International (FH1360) with co-existing and mutually supportive interest in advancing collective goals of the people and communities served. AHNi currently has its headquarters in Abuja, Nigeria. The Reading and Numeracy Activity (RANA) is DFID-funded through UNICEF on early primary grades reading pilot project implemented in partnership with FHI 360 in collaboration with the Niger, Kebbi & Katsina State governments. RANA aims to improve literacy and numeracy for girls and boys in primary grades 1-3 in the supported states. It will assist approximately 100 formal Schools and Integrated Qur’anic Schools (IQS) in each of the states.

We are seeking a qualified candidate for the positions below:  

Job Title: Senior Program Officer Location: Borno Project: Global Funded Contract Type: Fixed Term

Job Description As a member of the Program Management Team, supports the Zonal Team Lead in providing oversight, coordination, monitoring and reporting of all project activities in the assigned States, develop and oversee the execution of systems for the initiation, implementation, monitoring, amendment and closeout of all AHNI GF lAs' sub-agreements, ensure that AHNI/GF delivers on all its promises to donors and other stakeholders (achieve set targets, deliver quality services) Minimum Recruitment Standards

• BS / BA in Public Health, Business Administration, Health Sciences, Behavioural Sciences or its recognized equivalent with 7 - 9 years of relevant experience, with international development programs.
• Or MS / MA degree in Public Health, Business Administration, Health Sciences, Behavioural Sciences or its recognized equivalent with 5 - 7 years relevant experience with international development programs. Demonstrated success in multicultural environments is required.

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their Resume (CV) and Cover Letter as a single document to: [email protected]    

Job Title: Program Assistant Location: Abuja Project: RANA Contract Type: Fixed Term

Job Descriptions

• Under the Supervision of the Program Officer will provide assistance in the coordination of activities of the AHNI/Nigeria field offices.
• H/She will support program planning, design, review and the monitoring of the program implementation and field offices.

Minimum Recruitment Standards

• Bachelor's degree or HND in the Numerical Sciences or Development Science.
• 1-2 years’ workexperience in monitoringand evaluation of education programs.
• Experience with word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software.
• Working knowledge of data processing computer packages.

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their Resume (CV) and Cover Letter as a single document to: [email protected]

Job Title: Finance Assistant Location: Abuja Project: RANA Contract Type: Fixed Term

Job Descriptions

• Under the direction of the Finance and Administrative Officer, He / She shall assume responsibility for providing support to all HQ & state-level administrative and accounting responsibilities.
• And, will ensure compliance with the contractual financial and administrative requirements of the organization.

Minimum Recruitment Standards

• University degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration
• Experience with administrative and secretarial skills
• Sound accounting skills
• Experience with large complex organization is required, familiarity with international NGOs preferred.
• Demonstrated success in multicultural environments is an advantage.

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their Resume (CV) and Cover Letter as a single document to: AHNi-F&[email protected]

Job Title: Field Coordinator Locations: Niger, Kebbi & Kastina Project: RANA Slot: 3 Openings Contract Type: Fixed Term

Job Descriptions

• The Field Coordinator is responsible for the state educational program planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of the reading interventions implemented by AHNi and its partners in the assigned States.
• H/She is also responsible for overseeing strategic and day-to-day implementation of activities in the State. The FC will provide supervision and guidance to the state team and support services personnel.
• H/She will work closely with the Technical Advisor to ensure implementation is closely aligned with the overall project objectives.
• H/She is accountable for judicious use of all resources entrusted with AHNi and its partners in the assigned State

Minimum Recruitment Standards

• Advanced degree in Education or its recognized equivalent with 6 - 9 years of relevant experience with international development programs.
• Demonstrated success in multicultural environments Is required.
• At least 5-8 years’ experience in education reform with a focus on primary education sector work in teacher education.
• Demonstrated ability to work with government, partners and/or local government structures and schools’ settings.
• Proven expertise in mother tongue (L1), early grade reading instruction and/or assessment and reading material development, preferably in Hausa Language.
• Significant experience in teacher training and support for development,production and distribution of instructional materials, including but not limited to: effective teacher training modules, assessment and/or supplementary materials.
• Has ability to coordinate teacher training interventions, set realistic priorities, and plan for the successful implementation of activities.
• Proficient writing and verbal communication skills.

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their Resume (CV) and Cover Letter as a single document to: [email protected]

Job Title: Senior Literacy Coordinator Location: Abuja Project: RANA Contract Type: Fixed Term

Job Descriptions

• Under the supervision of the Technical Advisor, the Senior Literacy Coordinator will coordinate the Hausa Language reading materials content development for continuous professional development of early primary grade teachers with integrated numeracy and gender contents.
• H/She will be responsible for the educational program planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of the reading interventions implemented by AHNi and its partners in the assigned States.
• The Literacy Coordinator will also be responsible for technical leadership of early grade reading program and/or IQS activities in the assigned states, providing expertise in instruction, assessment, research, coaching, training and materials development.
• Working closely with the RANA Technical Advisor and other technical staff, H/She will ensure effective planning, delivery and documentation of program interventions.

Minimum Recruitment Standards

• Advanced degree in Education with a concentration in early grade reading, literacy language acquisition and non-formal education or related field.
• At least 5 to 7 years experience in education reform with a focus on primary education sector work in language acquisition and/or child literacy or reading especially in Hausa Language. Certification as reading/literacy specialist preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work with government, partners and/or local government structures and school settings.
• Proven expertise in mother tongue (L1), early grade reading instruction and/or assessment and reading material development, preferably in Hausa Language.
• Significant experience in developing and producing of supplementary reading materials, workbooks, trainers’ and teachers’ guides and instructional materials to improve early grades reading.
• Has the ability to coordinate reading interventions, set realistic priorities, and plan for the successful implementation of activities
• Strong leadership qualities and facilitation skills, experience in working with teachers to improve practice
• Experience in project reporting
• Demonstrable knowledge of research-based best practices in content-area reading skills and strategies and literacy instruction
• Experience / preparation in modelling teaching, observing teachers, and providing feedback.

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their Resume (CV) and Cover Letter as a single document to: [email protected]

Job Title: Project Driver Locations: Abuja, Kebbi & Kastina Project: RANA Slot: 3 Openings Contract Type: Fixed Term

Job Description

• Under the supervision of the Finance and Administrative Officer and supported by Field Coordinator, the driver shall provide a variety of transportation support to the RANA Project.

Minimum Recruitment Standards

• Secondary school leaving certificates, apprentice certificate or any other equivalent certificates with a minimum of 1-year experience.
• Must have a trade test certificate and a valid driving license. Must have expert knowledge of driving rules and regulations.
• Experience as a driver mechanic will be an added advantage. Experience with large complex organization preferred.

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their Resume (CV) and Cover Letter as a single document to: AHNi-F&[email protected]

Job Title: Program Officer Location: Abuja Project: RANA Contract Type: Fixed Term

Job Descriptions

• The Program Officer will provide coordination of program activities of the AHNI/Nigeria field offices.
• H/She will coordinate program planning, design, review and the monitoring of the program implementation and field offices.

Minimum Recruitment Standards

• Bachelor's degree or HND in the Numerical Sciences or Development Science with at least 5-years work experience in monitoring and evaluation of education programs.
• Experience with word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software.
• Working knowledge of data processing computer packages

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their Resume (CV) and Cover Letter as a single document to: [email protected]

Job Title: Monitoring & Evaluation Coordinator Location: Abuja Project: RANA Contract Type: Fixed Term

Job Descriptions

• Monitoring & Evaluation Coordinator will coordinate the monitoring and evaluation of the Project at State level, H/She will monitor the flow of data collection and ensure accuracy of data for donor reporting and presentation.
• H/She will also maintain regular communication with state-level partners to offer data-requirement support for sustainability.

Minimum Recruitment Standards

• Bachelor's degree or HND in the Numerical Sciences or Development Science with at least 3-years work experience in monitoring and evaluation of education programs.
• Experience with word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software.
• Working knowledge of data processing computer packages.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Well-organized, with ability to track multiple project activities and deadlines
• Experience in providing administrative support to work teams
• Ability and willingness to travel as required
• Ability to work successfully in a team-based environment
• Experience with database management and tablet technology for monitoring purposes.

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their Resume (CV) and Cover Letter as a single document to: AHNi-M&[email protected]

Job Title: Finance & Administrative Officer Locations: Niger, Kebbi & Kastina Project: RANA Slot: 3 Openings Contract Type: Fixed Term

Job Descriptions

• Under the direction of the Field Coordinator, the Finance and Administrative Officer shall assume responsibility for all state-level administrative and accounting responsibilities.
• And, will ensure compliance with the contractual financial and administrative requirements of the organization.

Minimum Recruitment Standards

• BS / BA degree in Accounting, Finance and Business Administration or its recognized equivalent, and 3-5 years relevant experience.
• Or MS / MA degree in Accounting, Finance and Business Administration or its recognized equivalent, and 1-3 years relevant experience.
• Minimum of 1-3 years’ experience in accounting related to international development programs.
• Familiarity with donor-funded programs and non-governmental organizations in Nigeria is an advantage. CPA, ACA, ICAN or recognized equivalent is an advantage. Demonstrated success in multicultural environments is an advantage.

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their Resume (CV) and Cover Letter as a single document to: AHNi-F&[email protected]

Job Title: Technical Officer - Education Location: Kastina Project: RANA Contract Type: Fixed Term

Job Descriptions

• Under the supervision of the Field Coordinator, provide support to coordination of the RANA HQfState offices.
• H/She will support program planning, design, review and monitoring of the program planning and implementation at the HQ/State level

Minimum Recruitment Standards

• BS / BA in Education, Behavioural Sciences or its recognized equivalent with 5-7 years of relevant experience with international development programs.
• Or MS / MA degree in Education, Behavioural Sciences or its recognized equivalent with 3- 5 years relevant experience with international development programs.
• Demonstrated success in multicultural environments is an advantage.

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their Resume (CV) and Cover Letter as a single document to: [email protected]

Note

• AHNi is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Only applications sent electronically (I.e. by e-mail) with the job title and location clearly indicated as the subject of the mail will be considered.
• AHNI does not charge candidates a fee for a test or interview.

Borno State, Katsina State, Kebbi State, Niger State, Abuja