Recruitment at Association for Reproductive and Family Health (ARFH)
Association for Reproductive and Family Health (ARFH) is one of the leading Nigerian Non-Governmental Organizations implementing programs of improving Sexual and Reproductive Health, Care and Treatment of HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria, etc. We offer professional opportunities for career advancement, good working environment and competitive remuneration.
We are recruiting qualified candidates for the on-going USAID funded OVC project (Integrated Child Health and Social Services Award) within the capacities below:
Job Title: Admin / Front Desk Officer (AFDO)
Location: Benin, Edo
Details
- We are recruiting for the on-going USAID funded OVC project: Integrated Child Health and Social Services Award in Edo State.
- The candidate will be based in Benin under overall supervision of the Chief of Party.
Requirements
- The AFDO will report to the State Program Coordinator, with oversight guidance from the DFO.
- S/he will be responsible for the day-to-day secretarial and demonstrative functions of the state office.
- He / She will be responsible for HR and personnel matters as well as the supervision of the drivers and project visitors and interacting with visiting stakeholders
- 100% of his/ her time per annum is chargeable to the project
Qualifications
- B.Sc / HND in Business Administration, Social Sciences or HND in Secretarial Studies.
- At least 3 years cognate experience in NGOs and services organizations.
- S/he should also possess excellent oral and written skills in English language, proficiency in current office software applications (Ms Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
- Experience in multi-cultural setting will be added advantage.
- 100% of his/her time per annum is chargeable to the project.
Job Title: Transport Officer
Location: Benin, Edo
Slots: 2 Openings
Details
- We are recruiting for the on-going USAID funded OVC project: Integrated Child Health and Social Services Award in Edo State.
- The candidate will be based in Benin under overall supervision of the Chief of Party.
Job Description
- The Transport Officer (TO) will provide transportation support to staff for project activities and handle vehicle fuelling and maintenance, and ensure adherence to organizations' transport and security policies
- 100% of their time per annum is chargeable to the project
Qualifications
- Level of education: SSCE, Diploma
- Certification of driver mechanic trade test and professional experience in vehicle maintenance and repairs.
- At least 4 years professional driving with valid Nigeria Driver's license and with NGOs
- Good spoken and written skills in English Language with at least one local language predominant in the state.
Job Title: Program Officer - HES / Social Services
Location: Benin, Edo
Details
- We are recruiting for the on-going USAID funded OVC project: Integrated Child Health and Social Services Award in Edo State.
- The candidate will be based in Benin under overall supervision of the Chief of Party.
Job Responsibilities
- The Program Officer - HES / Social Services will report to the State Program Coordinator and will assist in programming for Vulnerable Children, and their Families through Household economic strengthening activities, Graduation/Transitioning of eligible enrollees and establishing public- private partnership (PPP).
- Fashion out market oriented strategies to ensure sustainability of livelihood gains, including: private sector demand-driven job creation, enterprise development, financial education, value chain linkages and appropriate savings, VSLA, credit & insurance services for various age groups.
- He/she will also assist in ensuring that all project activities in project state meet effective programming standards and best practices established by ARFH, USAID PEPFAR and the Nigerian Government especially the Child Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct.
- He/she will assist in strengthening technical capacity of CBOs, LGAs and State in OVC programming, service provision and governance as well as provide guidance on referrals for the uptake of services and participate actively in referral coordination meetings.
- 100% of his/her time per annum is chargeable to the project.
Qualifications
- A Degree in Economics, Social Sciences or related disciplines with at least 3 years cognate experience, which must include at least 2 years in Household Economic Strengthening of Vulnerable Families and financial literacy activities.
- Also, preferred are knowledge of health programs within the Nigeria public sector, health system, NGOs/CBOs and collaborative relationship and liaison with community leaders.
- An MPH is added advantage.
- Familiarity with local tradition and language is highly desirable.
Job Title: Senior Program Officer - Paediatric and Maternal Healthcare Services & Priority Sub Population Care
Location: Benin, Edo
Details
- We are recruiting for the on-going USAID funded OVC project: Integrated Child Health and Social Services Award in Edo State.
- The candidate will be based in Benin under overall supervision of the Chief of Party.
Job Responsibilities
- The Senior Program Officer (SPO) will report to the State Program Coordinator, and backstop for the SPC, with oversight guidance from the DOP.
- S/he will assist in ensuring that all project activities are in line with the Child Safeguarding Policy of ARFH and best practices, established by USAID PEPFAR, and GoN.
- S/he will assist in strengthening technical capacity of CBOs, and Health Facility Officials to increase service uptake by OVC and the priority sub population.
- Participate actively in the implementation of the Pediatric ART Saturation Strategies (PASS) and PMTCT.
- Support Implementation of HFR and tracking of UNAIDS 95-95-95 Goals.
- 100% of his/her time per annum is chargeable to the project.
Qualifications
- A Degree in Medical Field, Social Sciences or related disciplines with at least 5 years cognate experience, which must include at least 2 years in Programming for OVC, to mitigate the impact of HIV/AIDS.
- Also, preferred are knowledge of health programs with the Nigeria public sector, health system, NGOs/CBOs and collaborative relationship and liaison with community leaders.
- An MPH is an added advantage.
Job Title: Finance Officer (FO)
Location: Benin, Edo
Details
- We are recruiting for the on-going USAID funded OVC project: Integrated Child Health and Social Services Award in Edo State.
- The candidate will be based in Benin under overall supervision of the Chief of Party.
Responsibilities
- The EQ will report to the State Program Coordinator (SPC), with oversight guidance from the Director of Finance and Operations (DFQ).
- S/he will be responsible for supervising all banking transactions, preparation of PVs and writing of cheques, posting of PVs and preparation of financial reports.
- He/she is responsible for budget tracking, reviewing posted accounting transactions in the QuickBooks, bank statements reconciliation, and preparation of staff payroll.
- The FO will also be in charge of making requisition for funds, reimbursements and involvement in the capacity building of the Community Based Organizations on Financial management. He/she is to keep financial records and produce financial reports for audits.
- 100% of his/her time per annum is chargeable to the project.
Qualifications
- Applicants must have First Degree / HND in Accounting or other related Social sciences.
- Also required is a minimum of 3 years working experience, strong skills in Microsoft Word, Excel and QuickBooks, good analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills.
- Experience in managing USAID grants and familiarity with Nigerian NGOs contractual procedures and a relevant higher degree will enhance applicant’s chances.
Job Title: Strategic Information Officer (SI Officer)
Location: Benin, Edo
Details
- We are recruiting for the on-going USAID funded OVC project: Integrated Child Health and Social Services Award in Edo State.
- The candidate will be based in Benin under overall supervision of the Chief of Party.
Responsibilities
- SI Officer will report to the State Program Coordinator, with oversight guidance from the Director of Strategic Information (DSI).
- S/He will be involved in supervisory monitoring of project activities and provide capacity building support to the service providers in terms of the expeditious data collection and reporting as required by USAID.
- In addition, s/he is to support the strengthening of the public private partnership at State and Local Government levels.
- Provide guidance on implementing SI activities to ensure a strong and robust strategic information system in Edo State. Provide technical supervision of M&E Officers working with CBOs implementing the ICHSSA 2 Project.
- Oversee collection, storage, analysis and reporting of high quality data from the Edo state Project office to the HQ, and other key stakeholders.
- 100% of his/her time per annum is chargeable to the project.
Qualifications
- A Degree in Social Sciences or medical field with at least 3 years post National Youth Service experience, which must include at least 2 years in programming for OVC, health, education and sub granting.
- Also, preferred are knowledge of public sector, health system, NGOs/CBOs and collaborative relationship and liaison with community leaders. An MPH is an added advantage.
- Excellent computer skills in Ms Office suite and M & E software: Stata, SPSS, NOMISetc is compulsory. Must be able to analyze data to inform program decisions.
Job Title: State Program Coordinator - Program Management, Adolescents / Youth Development and Gender (SPC)
Location: Benin, Edo
Details
- We are recruiting for the on-going USAID funded OVC project: Integrated Child Health and Social Services Award in Edo State.
- The candidate will be based in Benin under overall supervision of the Chief of Party.
Responsibilities
- The State Program Coordinator will report to the Director of Programs and will provide programmatic, technical and financial responsibility for state level leadership and management of and reporting on ICHSSA-2 program activities, making decisions and solving problems in short time-frames while ensuring operational and program quality and integrity and serving as the program’s first point of interface with USAID on routine and strategic matters, with guidance from the Project Management Team (PMT).
- This includes effective coordination of program, strategic information and finance activities at the state level and ensuring productive organizational management, communication/ interacting with other projects, Government of Nigeria stakeholders at the National, State, and LGA levels, community and local stakeholder groups, implementing partners and Networks.
- 100% of his/her time per annum is chargeable to the project.
Qualifications
- A Degree in Medical Field, Social Sciences with at least 6 years cognate experience, which must include at least 3 years in Programming for OVC, and Sub granting to CBOs.
- Also, preferred are knowledge of Health Programs with the Nigeria public sector, health system, NGO's/CBO's and collaborative relationship and liaison with community leaders.
- An MPH is an added advantage.
Remuneration
We offer professional opportunities for career advancement, good working environment and competitive remuneration.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should complete the online form below and send their comprehensive Curriculum Vitae and Cover Letter in ONLY one attachment (MS Word document), explaining suitability for the job to: [email protected]
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Note
- Please indicate the title of post applied for in the subject line of the email.
- Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
- Applicants are advised to provide their functional emails/mobile phone numbers on the application letter as well as 3 professional referees.
- Eligible female applicants are encouraged to apply.
- ARFH has a Child Safeguarding policy in place and is an equal opportunity employer (EOE).
Application Deadline Thursday 5th August, 2021.