Society for Family Health (SFH) Job Recruitment

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Society for Family Health (SFH) is a leading non-governmental public health organisation in Nigeria, implementing programmes in Reproductive Health/Family Planning, HIV & AIDS treatment, malaria prevention, and treatment, primary health care system strengthening, non-communicable diseases and maternal, newborn, and child health care. We work in partnership with the Federal and State Governments of Nigeria, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), the British Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, MSD for Mothers, the Global Fund and Children Investment Fund Foundation among other international donors. SFH offers professional opportunities for career growth and advancement, an excellent working environment, and competitive remuneration.

We seek to recruit self-motivated and highly qualified persons to fill the under-listed vacant positions, in response to organisational expansion into new geographies:

Job Title: Finance & Operation Manager

Ref No: sfh-73573
Location(s): Zamfara, Kebbi, and Sokoto States (1 position each)
Job Type: Full-time
Duration of Contract: 36 months

Job Profile

This position will be responsible for managing the financial and operational aspects of the grants in the implementation States. This includes fiscal management, reporting, operation, and general office management.

Job Role
The successful candidate will perform the following functions:

Vendor Payment and Bank Reconciliation.
Logistics management and general state office management.
Budget and financial management.
Field procurement management.

Qualifications / Experience

Must possess a First Degree in Accounting or its equivalent in a relevant field.
Must possess the ACA or ACCA certification.
Must have a minimum of six (6) years' experience with progressively increasing responsibility in financial management, reporting, operation, and general office management as well as have worked in a PEPFAR Financial environment.

Skills and Competencies required:

Strong fundamental accounting skills
Problem-solving and analytical ability
Managing Resources
Risk Management
Intermediate IT skills
Relationship Management
Persuasive communication and presentation
Flexible Thinking
Emotional Intelligence
Personal motivation and Result Oriented
Continuous and Innovative learner
Good understanding of needs of multiple stakeholders

Compensation & Benefits

The compensation package for these positions is designed to attract, motivate, and retain talented individuals.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply

Job Title: State Team Lead

Ref No: sfh-04423
Locations: Adamawa, Bauchi, Zamfara, Kebbi, and Sokoto States (1 position each)
Job Type: Full-time
Duration of Contract: 36 months

Job Profile

SFH is working with HIV affected communities and relevant state structures in Adamawa, Bauchi, Kebbi, Sokoto, and Zamfara State to optimise access to HIV prevention, treatment, and care services to reduce the incidence and mitigate the impact of HIV in Nigeria, assisting in attaining epidemic control.
The State Team Leads (STLs) shall provide oversight of programmatic and financial activities in the state.
The anticipated impact of the STL will be a commitment to key populations at risk of /or infected with HIV and to their continuity on ARV treatment and prevention services.
The STL will use evidence-based practices and data to drive results in line with PEPFAR principles of accountability, transparency, and impact in all actions.

Job Role
The successful candidate will perform the following functions:

Take the lead in the Implementation of HIV prevention, care and treatment among Key Population to ensure the continuum of care as it relates to UNAIDS 95:95:95.
Collaboration with key stakeholders and gatekeepers to provide enabling environment for the implementation of HIV prevention and treatment activities among Key Population in the state.
Supervise implementation of comprehensive operational work plans for HIV prevention, care and treatment activities among CBOs, OSS and cART team in the State.
Routinely review program and M&E data and report via DHIS, CRRF, and prepare and submit monthly program and M&E reports, also routinely review the quality of data on the EMR (LAMIS) and generate line listing for tracking for defaulters.
The STL is a member of the project Senior Management Team (SMT) reporting directly to the project Chief of Party (COP) and will be responsible for overseeing the state teams and the programme delivery of its outputs in the states, ensuring the technical content of service delivery encompassing:
KP Prevention Services (social/behaviour change communication, pre-exposure prophylaxis, condom/lubricant programming, STI management, and other evolving prevention techniques)
Case finding (partner notification services, risk profile-based testing, and other testing modalities applicable to key population case finding)
Treatment (including differentiated community ART care delivery model using the OSS strategy, TLD regimen protocol, cervical cancer, and TB screening and prevention service integration)
Viral load services within a community setting (including considerations for use of self-administered viral load sampling kits, optimization of viral load cascade, and other efforts necessary for achieving measurable community viral suppression).
Ensuring quality coordination among advisers, regularly liaising with project stakeholders within the project states, and helping to develop overall strategies, work plans, budgets, and rigorous Internal Programme review processes and staff performance reviews.
Development of work plans: develop clear action plans that address the details needed to achieve project targets; define and allocate resources and actions to achieve objectives within constraints and establish priorities.
Develop state-nested contingency plans for handling anticipated obstacles or problems to ensure continuity of service provision to clients by all odds.
Financial management: Develop project work plans and budgets. Monitor work plan implementation to ensure compliance with the approved plan and grant agreement. Ensure efficient use of grant funds for optimum benefits to the target beneficiaries.
Coordination of integrated service provision: Integration of program planning and implementation of a quality client-centred differentiated model of care.
Monitoring and Evaluation: track and monitor MER indicators and data analysis monthly
Supervision: monitoring and supervisory roles. Supervision of Programme, M&E, and Finance Advisors. The successful candidate will contribute to decision-making at the senior management level of the project.

Qualifications / Experience

Must possess a First Degree or its equivalent in Medicine / Health and Allied Sciences / Social / Behavioural or related field of study. A Master’s degree in Public Health / Epidemiology / Demography / Health Management or Health Administration Policy and Planning will be required.
A minimum of 8 years post-NYSC professional work experience in the field of Public Health and HIV prevention, treatment, care, and support. This should be inclusive of a minimum of 3 years of managerial experience in designing and managing programmes related to key populations and HIV treatment and prevention in a public or NGO sector at state levels.
The 8 years should also be inclusive of a minimum of 3 years’ experience in the management of a USG-funded activity, including programme planning, implementation, data use, monitoring, and reporting.
Should also have a deep understanding in using generating strategic information and its use in improving programs and experience in generating such information.
Demonstrable experience in working with HIV affected community-led organisations and community leaders for HIV case finding using index case, social, and network testing approaches to improve yield, efficiency, and linkage to care.
Knowledge of NGO financial systems and USAID cost principles.
Comfortable with the culture and tradition in the North and fluency in the Hausa language will be a huge advantage.
Will liaise with project stakeholders within the project states, including state and GON partners and other implementing partners to ensure visibility and support for the project, that will improve the programming environment for the project

Skills and Competencies required:

Understanding of World Health Organisation (WHO) and national HIV prevention, treatment, care, and support guidelines including the TB/HIV integration guidelines.
Ability to develop realistic project budgets and account for resources in line with budgetary allocations including monthly budget tracking.
Ability to prepare technical reports using Microsoft, PowerPoint and deliver a presentation to a high calibre audience confidently; and proficiency in the use of Microsoft excel and word packages.
Ability to read widely, write succinctly and develop concept papers/proposals at short notice.
A team player with strong leadership skills to lead and motivate, develop, and sustain positive relationships and influence with the project team, and stakeholders at all levels.
Problem-solving skills in resolving conflict and differences using persuasion, diplomacy, and logic.
Ability to translate complex team goals into specific individual accountabilities.
Communication Skills: well-developed writing and oral communication skills. Able to communicate clearly and sensitively with internal and external stakeholders as a representative of the project.
Drive for continuous learning/self-development and be open to feedback.
Integrity: works with trustworthiness and integrity with a clear commitment to SFH core values.
Resilience/Adaptability and flexibility: ability to operate effectively under extreme circumstances including stress and high-security risks.

Compensation & Benefits

The compensation package for these positions is designed to attract, motivate, and retain talented individuals.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply

Job Title: Programme Officer

Ref No: sfh-35952
Location: Abuja
Job Type: Full-time
Duration of Contract: 36 months

Job Profile

This position will be responsible for providing support to the Programme Unit in the implementation, coordination, and management of Key Populations interventions at the HQ level.

Job Role
The successful candidate will perform the following functions:

Programme management: Work plans, monthly report, stakeholder engagement
Clinical services: HIV Testing services, HIV care, and Treatment
Monitoring and Evaluation: MER indicators and data analysis

Qualifications / Experience

Must possess a First Degree in Public Health or Health Sciences.
Possession of a Master's Degree in any of the above courses will be an added advantage.
Must possess a minimum of 4 years post-NYSC experience working in development programmes at the community level inclusive of at least 2-years’ experience with HIV &AIDS programme planning and implementation with public and NGO sectors is required.

Skills and Competencies required:

Knowledge of WHO and national HIV care and treatment guidelines
Knowledge of HIV programme management
Advanced skills in Microsoft Office: Excel, PowerPoint, MS-Word, Goggle sheets.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
A fast thinker who works well under pressure to meets deadlines.
Problem solver

Compensation & Benefits

The compensation package for these positions is designed to attract, motivate, and retain talented individuals.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply

Job Title: Programme Advisor

Ref No: sfh-70996
Locations: Zamfara, Kebbi, and Sokoto
Job Type: Full-time
Duration of Contract: 36 months

Job Profile

This position will be responsible for overseeing grassroots HIV programme implementation and management for Key Population interventions in the supported States.

Job Role
The successful candidate will perform the following functions:

Programme management: preparation of work plans, monthly reports, and strategic stakeholder engagements and management.
Clinical services: HIV Testing services, STI Screening and Management, TB screening and Management, PrEP services, Condom Programming, Cervical Cancer Screening and Management, Care and Treatment, and Viral load services.
Monitoring and Evaluation: MER indicators and data analysis.
Supervision: Proven leadership and supervisory experience in leading a program team to successful outcomes.

Qualifications / Experience

Must possess a First Degree or its equivalent in Medicine / Sciences / Pharmacy / Nursing or related field of study.
A Master’s Degree in Public Health will be an advantage.
A minimum of 5 years post-university relevant HIV work experience inclusive of a minimum 2 years' experience with Key Population programming and implementation working with public and NGO sectors is required.
Experience leading a HIV treatment/care programme team is required for this role.

Skills and Competencies required:

Knowledge of WHO and national HIV care and treatment guidelines
Knowledge of KP programming and HIV programme management
Proficient in Microsoft Office: Excel, PowerPoint, and MS-Word.
Leadership skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Fluent in the Hausa language and familiar with the culture of Northern communities
Must be a team player who works well under pressure to meet deadlines.
Critical thinker and problem solver
Capacity to make accurate self-assessment particularly in high-security contexts
Must have demonstrated proficiency using office software applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, spreadsheets, and databases.
Ability to multitask and work with minimal supervision

Compensation & Benefits

The compensation package for these positions is designed to attract, motivate, and retain talented individuals.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply

Job Title: Monitoring & Evaluation Advisor

Ref No: sfh-00431
Locations: Zamfara, Kebbi, and Sokoto States
Job Type: Full-time
Duration of Contract: 36 months

Job Profile

This position will be responsible for overseeing strategic information (SI) and M&E activities in the implementation States.

Job Role
The successful candidate will perform the following functions:

Take full responsibility for the quality of data generated and reported by the project states where they are assigned.
Ensure that the project state fulfils all its reporting obligations to the funders, government, and SFH.
Ensure that data generated in the state is used to inform the progress of the project at both state and project levels and contribute to the universal body of learning.
Ensure support efforts at improving information flow and existing systems.

Qualifications/Experience

Must possess a First Degree in Statistics / Economics / Medical / Behavioural / Social Sciences or its equivalent in a relevant field.
A Master's Degree in Demography, Public Health, Epidemiology, or Biostatistics / Statistics is required for this role.
Must have a minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in monitoring and evaluation.
Must possess a minimum of 3 years' experience in M&E with HIV treatment project funded by PEPFAR/USAID
Must have some working knowledge of surveillance and/or research with wide-ranging knowledge of research methodologies.
Must have in-depth experience in preparing research for publications and presenting research findings to public health and policy specialists, media, and the public.
Must possess the ability to analyse and interpret both quantitative and qualitative data to inform programming.
Knowledge of DHIS database software will be of added advantage.
Must have proven experience working in a fast-paced non-governmental environment, and with a variety of donors.

Skills and Competencies required:

Computer literacy & strong analytical skills including advanced use of Excel
Knowledge in using various databases including EMRs and DHIS2.
Conversant with USAID MER indicators, and national HIV&AIDS M&E and PMM tools
Supervisory Skills: Proven leadership and supervisory experience in leading an SI team to successful outcomes.
Knowledge and skills in the use of databases including EMR and DHIS2.
Data Analysis and creating of visualizations, and ability to use data to determine key MER indicators
Developing and implementing a DQA system
Knowledge of MER and DCTs
Proficient in Microsoft Office: Excel, PowerPoint, and MS-Word.
Leadership skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in the English language
Team player works under pressure to meets deadlines.
Critical thinker and problem solver with attention to details

Compensation & Benefits

The compensation package for these positions is designed to attract, motivate, and retain talented individuals.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply

Job Title: Procurement & Logistics Advisor

Ref No: sfh-43774
Location: Abuja
Job Type: Full-time
Duration of Contract: 36 months

Job Profile

This position will be responsible for supporting the procurement and travel logistics management of the entire grant at the HQ level.

Job Role
The successful candidate will perform the following functions:

Procurement of Project Assets and commodities including IEC materials
Project travel logistics management
General project office management
Asset management and logistic support to the state team.

Qualifications/Experience

Must possess a First Degree in Accounting or Purchasing and Supply or related field.
Must possess a minimum of 4 years post-NYSC experience working in a procurement and logistics position.

Skills and Competencies required:

Very strong fundamental accounting skills
Problem-solving and analytical ability
Managing Resources
Risk Management
Intermediate IT skills
Relationship Management
Persuasive communication and presentation
Flexible Thinking
Emotional intelligence
Personal motivation and Results Oriented
Continuous and Innovative learner with a high level of attention to detail and multitasking
Experience working with a wide range of stakeholders.

Compensation & Benefits

The compensation package for these positions is designed to attract, motivate, and retain talented individuals.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply

Job Title: Finance & Operations Advisor

Location: Abuja
Job Type: Full-time
Position: Finance & Operation Manager
Duration of Contract: 36 months

Job Profile

This position will be responsible for supporting the financial and operational management of the entire grant at the HQ level.

Job Role
The successful candidate will perform the following functions:

Prompt Vendor Payment
Bank Reconciliation.
Budget management on SAP
Financial Support to the state team

Qualifications/Experience

Must possess a First Degree in Accounting or a related field.
Must possess a minimum of 4 years post-NYSC experience with progressively increasing responsibility in financial management, reporting, operation, and general office management

Skills and Competencies required:

Very strong fundamental accounting skills
Problem-solving and analytical ability
Managing Resources
Risk Management
Intermediate IT skills
Relationship Management skills
Persuasive communication and presentation
Flexible Thinking and Emotional intelligence
Personal motivation
Results-Oriented
Continuous and Innovative learner and able to work with a wide range of stakeholders

Compensation & Benefits

The compensation package for these positions is designed to attract, motivate, and retain talented individuals.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply

Job Title: Gender Advisor

Ref No: sfh-40335
Location: Abuja
Job Type: Full-time
Duration of Contract: 36 months

Job Profile

This position will be responsible for facilitating a better understanding of human rights, the needs and vulnerabilities of key populations and women and girls, and the interrelatedness of these areas in the context of achieving positive health outcomes for HIV, TB in key affected populations.
The successful candidate shall provide the needed oversight in creating an enabling environment for the successful implementation of HIV Services for key affected populations in the States.

Job Role
The successful candidate will perform the following functions:

Build strategic alliances with other key actors internally and externally to advocate for gender-sensitive programming.
Provide technical support to and identify opportunities for the development of relevant advocacy and communication/information materials to address gender (in)equality issues.
Collect and promote good practices and lessons learned, contributing to a collection of replicable good practices for gender equality programming.
Provide training/orientation ToT, mentoring, and one-on-one support on promoting the gender e-learning courses on Gender and Sexual Diversity (GSD) for project staff and partners.
Programme management: ability to develop and come up with work-plans, monthly reports, stakeholder engagement as well as proven leadership and supervisory experience in leading a program team to successful outcomes.
Assessments and Evaluation: conduct reviews and audits as well as gender assessments and analyses.

Qualifications / Experience

Must possess a First Degree in Law / International Relations / Social Development / Social / Behavioural Sciences or Gender Studies or its equivalent in a relevant field.
Possession of a Master’s Degree in any of the above courses will be an added advantage.
Must possess a minimum of four (4) years post NYSC work experience, preferably in Legal, Human rights activities, or Gender activism.
Must have in-depth experience in advocacy and maintain a good relationship with the Law enforcement agents, especially the Police

Skills and Competencies required:

Must have good knowledge of both local and international laws as it relates to Human Rights and Gender Equality specific to Key Population and children.
Experience in advocacy and networking, especially with law enforcement agents most especially the Police.
Experience in Managing and supporting CBOs and organizing training and related activities.
Leadership skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Fluent in the Hausa language
A team player who works well under pressure to meets deadlines.
Critical thinker and problem solver
Liberality with regards to people’s beliefs, mental and sexual orientation.
Awareness and sensitivity of self and others; demonstrates awareness and sensitivity to gender and diversity. Have experience and the ability to live and work in diverse cultural contexts in a culturally appropriate manner.

Compensation & Benefits

The compensation package for these positions is designed to attract, motivate, and retain talented individuals.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply

Job Title: Strategic Human Resources Manager

Ref No: sfh-23265
Location: Abuja
Job Type: Full-time
Duration of Contract: 36 months

Job Profile

This position will support the Director of Human Resources at sustaining a human resource department that will effectively attract, hire, develope and retain qualified employees.
S/He will manage the full complement of HR services for the KP Care Programme.
The HR manager will also help shape our employer brand strategy.

Job Role
The successful candidate will perform the following functions:

Recruitment, selection, and onboarding
Employee relations and welfare
Learning and development
Policy and compliance
Payroll, compensation and benefits administration

Qualifications / Experience

Minimum of Bachelor's Degree or its equivalent in Human Resources or a relevant feild
CIPM membership at a minimum of either MCIPM or ACIPM
Masters degree wilL be an added advantage
Minimum of seven (7) years post NYSC experience in core HR functions, five (5) of which must be in Human Resource practice at an advisory/management level in an NGO or blue chip company.

Skills and Competencies required:

Excellent knowledge of labor laws
HR Technology and Analytics
Manpower planning and recruitment
Managing the Learning and Development function
Employee Relations
Credible People’s advocate
Excellent ability to create a comfortable and healthy work environment for employees.
Interpersonal and Communication Skills
Problem Solving and Analytical Ability
Innovative and external facing
Learning Mindset

Compensation & Benefits

The compensation package for these positions is designed to attract, motivate, and retain talented individuals.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply

Job Title: Strategic Information Officer

Ref No: sfh-94039
Location: Abuja
Job Type: Full-time
Duration of Contract: 36 months

Job Profile

This position will be responsible for supporting the coordination of Strategic Information and M&E activities at the HQ level.

Job Role
The successful candidate will perform the following functions:

Support the SI unit in ensuring the quality of data generated and reported by the project states where they are assigned. Quality includes completeness, timeliness, integrity, validity, and reliability of the data
Support the SI unit to fulfil all its reporting obligations to the funders, government, and SFH.
Support the unit to ensure that data generated from the program inform programming and planning of the project at both state and project levels and contribute to the universal body of learning.
Ensure support efforts at improving information flow and existing systems.

Qualifications / Experience

Must possess a First Degree in Statistics / Economics / Medical / Behavioural / Social Sciences or its equivalent in a relevant field.
A Master's Degree in Demography, Public Health, Epidemiology, or Biostatistics / Statistics is an advantage.
Must have a minimum of between 3 years progressive experience in monitoring and evaluation.
Must have some working knowledge of surveillance and/or research with wide-ranging knowledge of research methodologies.
Must have in-depth experience in preparing research for publications and presenting research findings to public health and policy specialists, media, and the public.
Must possess the ability to analyse and interpret both quantitative and qualitative data to inform programming.
Knowledge of DHIS database software will be of added advantage.
Must have proven experience working in a fast-paced non-governmental environment, and with a variety of donors.

Skills and Competencies required:

Computer literacy & strong analytical skills including advanced use of Excel
Knowledge in using various databases including EMRs and DHIS2.
Conversant with USAID MER indicators, and national HIV & AIDS M&E and PMM tools
Supervisory Skills: Proven leadership and supervisory experience in leading an SI team to successful outcomes.
Must have advanced Excel skills.
Knowledge and skills in the use of databases including EMR and DHIS2.
Data Analysis and creating of visualizations.
Proficient in Microsoft Office: Excel, PowerPoint, and MS-Word.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
A team player who works well under pressure to meet deadlines.
Critical thinker and problem solver with excellent attention to detail.

Compensation & Benefits

The compensation package for these positions is designed to attract, motivate, and retain talented individuals.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply

Note

All applications will be treated in confidence. Candidates without the minimum requirements need not apply.
We thank prospective applicants for their interest in working with SFH. However, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
SFH is an equal opportunity employer, therefore women are encouraged to apply.
Qualified candidates who are residents in the states where the roles are situated are strongly encouraged to apply

Application Deadline 18th August, 2021.

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