Recruitment at The Association for Reproductive and Family Health (ARFH), 20th December 2019

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 seek applications from qualified persons for the position below in a newly awarded USAID funded OVC project: Integrated Child Health and Social Services Award in Lagos State:

Job Title: Senior Program Officer – Paediatric and Maternal Healthcare Services (SPO – P & MHS)

Location: Lagos

Job Description

• The SPO – P & MHS, reports to the State Program Manager
• S / he will assist in direct management and coordination of all project activities in the State, in line with the project implementation plan
• He / she should have experience in HIV / AIDS prevention, treatment, care, and support of, PMTCT HIV / TB, and OVC
• Play leading roles in the timely provision of prophylaxis to HIV Exposed Infants (HEI) and uptake of TB Preventive Therapy (TPT), in addition to completion of Immunization against childhood diseases
• 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 providing Pediatric and Maternal Care services
• Also, preferred are knowledge of health programs with the Nigeria public sector, health system, and NGOs/CBOs
• An MPH is added advantage.

Job Title: Front Desk Officer / Receptionist (FDO)

Location: Lagos

Job Description

• The FDO will serve as the face of the organization, receiving visitors and interacting with visiting stakeholders
• He / she will support to implement administrative and secretarial system for the project and also provide logistics and administrative support to the Admin Officer.
• 100% of his / her time per annum is chargeable to the project.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualification of a B.Sc / HND in Business Admin, Social Sciences
• At least two years relevant experience in NGOs and service organizations
• Must have excellent customer service skills, excellent organizational skills, proven communication skills, good IT skills and confidence / proficiency in all Microsoft packages

Job Title: Administrative Officer (AO)

Location: Lagos

Job Responsibilities

• The AO, reporting to the DFO will be responsible for the day-to-day secretarial and administrative functions e.g. Insurance.
• He/she will be responsible for HR and Personnel matters as well as the supervision of the drivers and project vehicles and inventory management.
• 100% of his/her time per annum is chargeable to the project.

Qualifications and Experience

• A Bachelor’s degree or HND in Secretarial Studies, Business Administration or Social Sciences with Master’s degree in related fields.
• At least 3 years cognate experience.
• She/He should also possess excellent oral and written skills in English language, proficiency in current office software applications (MS word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc), and experience in multi-cultural setting will be added advantage.

Job Title: IT Officer

Location: Lagos

Job Responsibilities

• The IT Officer, reporting to the DFO will provide first and second level hardware maintenance & upgrades; ensure the reliability of the local communications system: e-mail & Internet, and take regular backups of all local data.
• Keep an up to date inventory of all IT hardware & software.
• 100% of his/her time per annum is chargeable to the project.

Qualifications and Experience

• Applicants must have a University degree, preferably in Computer Engineering, Electrical Electronic or Computer Science.
• Minimum of 5 years relevant working experience in the use and maintenance of office computers, operating systems, applications, and network and communication technologies in reputable NGOs or medium-large sized organizations.
• Have a good understanding USAID funded project’s policies and procedures.
• Well-developed investigative, analytical and problem solving skills.
• Microsoft, Cisco related certifications are a distinct advantage as well as knowledge of other essential office softwares.
• Ability to show understanding and patience in communicating with technology users is also essential.

Job Title: Grant Officer

Location: Lagos

Job Responsibilities

• The GO will provide support to the F&GM in the management of CBOs’ finances. He/she will review the disbursements to and liquidations received from CBOs, update the CBO’s fund accountability statements monthly while assisting the CBOs to improve and maintain adequate grant management processes.
• 100% of his/her time per annum is chargeable to the project.

Qualifications and Experience

• 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 applicants chances.

Job Title: Procurement Officer

Location: Lagos

Job Responsibilities

• The PO, reporting to the DFO, will take responsibility for assisting in the procurement process by providing support for adherence to the best practice and the organization’s approved procurement guidelines.
• 100% of his/her time per annum is chargeable to the project.

Qualifications and Experience

• Applicants must have a University degree, preferably in Economics, Supply chain Management and/or related fields.
• Minimum of 5 years relevant working experience in procurement in reputable NGOs or medium-large sized organizations.
• Well-developed procurement experience.
• Ability to show understanding and patience in communicating with vendors is also essential.

Job Title: Personal Assistant to the Chief of Party (PA to COP)

Location: Lagos

Job Description

• He / she will be responsible for composing correspondence, maintaining calendars, scheduling meetings, taking notes and dictations, coordination of travel arrangements, local transportation and accommodation for the COP as directed
• He / she will understand the grant’s business and be able to assist COP’s visitors to the extent possible, place and screen telephone calls and ensure arrangements for official functions and public relations activities are fully coordinated
• 100% of his / her time per annum is chargeable to the project.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Secretarial Studies, Business Administration or Social Sciences with Master’s Degree in related fields
• At least 2 years cognate experience
• She/He should also possess excellent oral and written skills in English language, proficiency in current office software applications (MS word, Excel, Power Point, etc), and experience in multi-cultural setting will be added advantage.

Job Title: Assistant Compliance Officer (ACO)

Location: Lagos

Job Responsibilities

• The ACO supports the CM in pre and post payment review of payment documents (PVs, JVs and retirement documents.
• He/she will help in ensuring compliance to established controls in implementation of the grant in accordance with the guiding objectives of the grant and the Organization.
• Follow up on implementation of audit recommendations/ management action plans and works with the Program, Strategic Information and Finance teams to ensure efficient, efficient and compliant grant management.
• 100% of his/her time per annum is chargeable to the project.

Qualifications and Experience

• Applicants must have first Degree/HND in Accounting or other related Social sciences.
• At least 2 years experience in grant management in a Nigerian NGO setting, with excellent accounting and auditing skills.
• Also required are strong skills in Microsoft Word, Excel and QuickBooks with good analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Experience in managing USAID grants and a relevant higher degree will enhance applicants chances.

Job Title: Program Officer – Social Services & Sub Population Care (PO – SS & SPC)

Location: Lagos

Job Description

• The PO-SS & SPC. Reports to the State Program Manager
• Will assist in direct management and coordination of all project activities in the state in line with the project implementation plan
• He / she will 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 Medical Field, Social Sciences or related disciplines with at least 4 years cognate experience, which must include at least 2 years in Programming for OVC and sub granting to CBOs
• 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: Program Officer – HES / PPP (PO – H / P)

Location: Lagos

Job Description

• The Program Officer – HES / PPP, reports to the State Program Manager 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
• 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 4 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: Knowledge & Communications Officer (KCO)

Location: Lagos

Job Description

• The KCO, reports to the Chief of Party will be responsible for projecting the image of the grant by providing awareness of implemented activities as well as management of the grant’s webpage; e-bulletin, social media handle, and online learning community, ensuring that activities delivered are on schedule and to budget standards
• He will manage ARFH-ICHSSA’s public relations, interfacing with media houses and their representatives to ensure appropriate, timely and accurate reporting and publicity of ICHSSA’s activities
• 100% of his / her time per annum is chargeable to the project.

Qualifications

• A Degree in Mass Communication, Journalism or any other relevant Degree (a Master’s Degree in Communication Arts will be an added advantage)
• At least five (5) years work experience in a similar position, preferably with a non-governmental organization on OVC, HIV / AIDS, Tuberculosis, Malaria or any other donor funded program, preferably with significant background in program management
• Publishing skills and website management required strongly.

Job Title: Finance & Grants Manager (F & GM)

Location: Lagos

Job Responsibilities

• The FGM will work closely with finance team headed by the DFO to improve and maintain financial management policies, systems, structures, and procedures.
• He/she will plan and supervise work of the finance and grants staff including tracking and monitoring of procurement and expenditure.
• The FGM will also review program/project proposal to ensure technical compliance and consistency with organizational program principles and donor funding criteria.
• 100% of his/her time per annum is chargeable to the project.

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree in Accounting, Finance or other relevant field plus any of the following professional accounting certification: ACA or ACCA or CPA.
• At least 7 years experience in grant management in a dynamic & multi-cultural international non-Governmental organization setting, excellent accounting and auditing skills.
• Knowledge of USAID and other international donor rules and regulations as related ton contract and cooperative agreements; working knowledge of OMB circulars.
• Good computer skills in MS Office and accounting software QuickBocks are highly essential.

Job Title: Finance Officer (FO)

Location: Lagos

Job Responsibilities

• The FO 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 and Experience

• 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 chance.

Job Title: Strategic Information Manager (SI Manager)

Location: Lagos

Job Descriptions

• The Strategic Information Manager will provide oversight functions to the Strategic Information Officers as well as guidance on project monitoring and evaluation, reporting to the DSI, with compliance to the USAID reporting requirements.
• He will ensure that datas/reports are submitted to the Program and Strategic Information Directors in a timely manner.
• The information will be used to highlight important programmatic gaps and coordinate with program management and others in addressing these gaps. 100% of his time per annum is chargeable to the project.

Qualification

• Master’s degree in Health and or Public-Health oriented field, Epidemiology, Statistics, Health Informatics or related Social Science.
• Also required is experience working with CBOs and USAID funded programs.
• Excellent computer skills in MS Office suite and M & E software: Stata, SPSS, NOMIS etc is compulsory.
• Must be able to analyze data to inform programme decisions.

Job Title: State Program Manager – Gender / Adolescent & Positive Youth Development (SPM)

Location: Lagos

Job Description

• The State Program Manager, reports to the Director of Programs will provide programmatic, technical and financial responsibility for state level leadership and management of and reporting on ARFH-ICHSSA 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
• This includes ensuring effective organizational management and communication interacting with other projects, Government of Nigeria stakeholders at the National, State, and LGA levels, community and local stakeholder groups, other international implementing partners, and USG and other agencies
• 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 CEOs
• 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: Compliance Manager (CM)

Location: Lagos

Job Responsibilities

• The Compliance Manager who also is the Audit Manager identifies potential risk areas and internal control flaws in the course of implementation and audit and submits timely reports and implementable recommendations on audits carried out.
• The CM will also continually review controls for adequacy and ensure controls established are strictly adhered to and in line with the guiding objectives of the grant and the Organization.
• The CM is responsible for investigations of fraud allegations, mismanagement or loss of assets etc.
• The CM also serves as the liaison with the external auditors.
• 100% of his/her time per annum is chargeable to the project.

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree in Accounting, Finance or other relevant field plus any of the following professional accounting certification: ACA or ACCA or CPA.
• At least 7 years experience in grant management in a dynamic & multi-cultural international NGO setting, excellent accounting and auditing skills.
• Knowledge of USAID and other international donor rules and regulations as related to contracts and cooperative agreement; working knowledge of OMB Circulars.
• Good computer skills in MS Office and Accounting software – QuickBooks are highly essential.

Job Title: Strategic Information Officer (SI Officer)

Location: Lagos
Slot: 2 Openings

Job Responsibilities

• SI Officers will be engaged to assist the SI Manger and provide mentorship, coaching and hands on learning to SMWASD, LGA and CBOs.
• They will be involved in supervisoy monitoring of project activities and provide concentrated capacity building support to the service providers in terms of the expeditious data collection and reporting as required by USAID.
• In addition, they are to support in strengthening the public private partnership at State and Local Government levels.
• The SI Officers will also backstop for the SI Manager where necessary.
• 100% of his/her time per annum is chargeable to the project.

Qualification and Experience

• 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, NOMIS etc is compulsory.
• Must be able to analyze data to inform programme decisions

Job Title: Security & Maintenance – Assistant (S & MA)

Location: Lagos

Job Description

• The S & MA will be responsible for supervising the provision of security to the grant office, being abreast of the general security situation of the grant operational areas, providing security briefing and training to staff, providing logistical support for staff in threatening situations / locations
• He / she will also take responsibility for the maintenance of communication and office operation equipment and general office upkeep
• 100% of his / her time per annum is chargeable to the project.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualification of a B.Sc / HND in Business Admin, Social Sciences
• At least two years relevant experience in NGOs and service organizations
• Must have excellent customer service skills, excellent organizational skills, proven communication skills, good IT skills and confidence / proficiency in all Microsoft packages.

Our Offer

• We offer professional opportunities for career advancement, good working environment and competitive remuneration.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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And
Send their comprehensive Curriculum Vitae and Cover Letter in ONLY one attachment (MS Word document) explaining suitability for the job to: programs@arfh-ng.org Please indicate the title of post applied for in the subject line of the email.

Note

• Applicants are advised to provide their functional emails / mobile phone numbers on the application letter as well as three professional referees including their functional e-mail addresses and telephone numbers.
• Eligible female applicants are encouraged to apply
• Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
• ARFH has a Child Safeguarding policy in place and is an equal opportunity employer (EOE).