Society for Family Health (SFH) is a leading non-governmental public health organisation in Nigeria, implementing programmes in malaria prevention, and treatment, Reproductive Health/Family Planning, HIV & AIDS treatment, primary health care system strengthening, non-communicable diseases and maternal, new-born, and child health care. SFH ignites the power of health system thinking and market shaping to transform health outcomes.
An emerging pan African organisation, we provide a partnership platform to communities, donors, the private sector and government to co-create and implement actions that create real and measurable impact at individual, family, society and country level. In a career at SFH, you will be the centre of making all these happen. You will be joining a team of problem solvers, with real passion to change the world in a fast-paced environment. We are a truly Nigerian rooted organisation with global standards and a diverse workforce. We pride ourselves on being open, inclusive, and collaborative – and in providing a work environment that encourages our employees to be their best.
We are recruiting passionate, self-motivated, and highly qualified individuals to fill the underlisted vacant position, in response to organisational expansion:
Job Title: Legal / Contract Officer
Ref No: sfh-15016
Location: Abuja
Job Type: Full-time
Department: Legal and Contract Unit
Job Profile
- The Legal / Contract Officer will be a critical part of the Legal / Contract and Compliance Department of SFH.
- S/He will draft and vet agreements across SFH Nigeria and its Platforms in line with donor, legal, regulatory, and other contractual requirements.
- S/He will ensure that procurement contracts are properly drafted to ensure value for money and in compliance with all requirements.
- S/He will provide contract management services to SFH Management and the Board.
- S/He will provide legal advice and opinion on any matter required by SFH.
- S/He will participate in the corporate and secretarial function of SFH which includes preparation for Board Meetings, taking of minutes and filings at the Corporate Affairs Commission.
- S/He will assist the Head of Legal / Contract and Compliance Department to ensure SFH Intellectual Property (IP) are filed and protected.
- S/He will assist in the registration of new platforms/entities and IPs to be filed and provide any other business support.
- S/He will assist in contractual and regulatory compliance to ensure that SFH adheres to all its contractual and legal obligations.
Job Role
The successful candidate will perform the following functions:
- Legal drafting of documents such as contracts, bids leases, subawards, and various litigation support documents in a concise and clear manner using appropriate legal terms.
- Stakeholder/Third Party Management – systematically and efficiently manage contract creation and execution for the purpose of maximising business, financial and operational performance
- Company secretarial – prepare board documents and memoranda, take minutes, file necessary documents of the Corporate Affairs Commission, advise on governance and related statutory compliance needs.
- Legal research – conduct research using online and other resource, know where to find the Law and apply same to everyday and critical issues.
- Litigation management for some aspect of issues that arise from matters in Court.
- Compliance – work with other Departments to assist with SFH compliance obligations: contractual and regulatory.
Qualifications / Experience
- Must possess the LLB and B.L Degrees
- A minimum of five (5) years’ experience with progressively increasing responsibility working with and advising different Clients including Corporate entities, Government and Regulatory Agencies and individuals.
Skills and Competencies Required:
- Legal drafting
- Legal advisory
- Contract Management
- Company secretarial
- Excellent analytical and logical reasoning
- Excellent writing and oral communication skill
- Good problem-solving ability
- Integrity, accountability and honesty
- Ability to manage varied tasks across multiple projects and departments while maintaining composure and confidence.
Compensation & Benefits
The compensation package for these positions is very attractive and designed to attract, motivate and retain talented young professionals.
Deadline: 23rd March, 2022.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
Note
- All applications will be treated in confidence. Interested persons 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 and women are encouraged to apply.
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