AIDS Prevention Initiative Jobs For Facility Support Associate

In APIN, we aspire to be a leading public health NGO in Nigeria and Africa committed to reduced disease burden and impact mitigation. You too can play a role in the realization of this vision if you have what it takes to come on board! In our recruitment and selection exercises, we look out for qualified, talented, intelligent, innovative and self-driven individuals to come and contribute to our service to humanity.

APIN is an equal opportunity employer and we encourage qualified persons from all backgrounds (race, sex, age, ethnic group, nationality or religion) to seek employment in our organization.
Finance AssociateFinance Associate (Lagos) (Abuja) (Jos – Plateau) (Ibadan – Oyo)

VACANCY – FACILITY SUPPORT ASSOCIATE

DESCRIPTION:
The successful candidate will have responsibility for providing routine and day-to-day logistics and support to the maintenance of office facilities and equipment, with a view to ensuring a safe and conducive work environment.

JOB CONDITION:
Job Tasks
Take staff complaints on malfunctioning of office equipment and facilities and ensure prompt resolution
Take necessary steps to promote health and safety in the work environment
Monitor the routine servicing and repairs of generator, air conditioner and other office equipment
Advise staff on how to manage the use of utilities, with a view to keeping incurred bills at the barest minimum possible
Support the Senior Admin Officer in the maintenance of the office complex
Work with the Office Assistants to support logistics for day-to-day program and other relevant activities
Monitor the usage and performance of office equipment and propose maintenance on routine basis
Track the consumption of electricity and other utilities and process relevant received bills for payment, keeping accurate and detailed account of same
Support the Senior Admin Officer in the provision and allocation of office furniture and other relevant work tools
Perform any other task as may assigned

REQUIRED SKILLS:
Ability to organize work and prioritize tasks appropriately.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Ability to multitask, with knowledge of various relevant procedures
Ability to work with discretion and initiative
Good written and oral communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills

QUALIFICATION:
A degree or HND in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering or any other related field, with a at least a year experience in facilities management in a standard organisation, preferably a non-governmental organisation.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

DUE DATE: 19 November, 2013

Lifeline Children's Hospital Available Vacancies

We are a well estblished Children's Hospital with branches in Surulere and Lekki Phase 1. In order to meet our requirements, we need to fill the following positions in BOTH hospitals.

CONSULTANT PAEDIATRICIAN/SENIOR REGISTRARS PAEDIATRICIANS
• FMCPaed, FWACPaed or Equivalent - Preferably Full Time

DOCTORS
MBSS - Must be fully registered with NMDC and have completed NYSC

LABORATORY SCIENTIST
AIMLS or BMLS
Ability to perform Haemotological, Chemical Pathological and Microbiological Analysis.

SENIOR MATRON
NRN/NRM
Paediatric Diploma, Hospital Administration, minimum of 10 years experience in Paed

NURSES
SRN - Diploma in Paediatric Nursing would be an advantage
Training/Experience in Neonatal Intensive care would be an advantage

AMBULANCE DRIVERS
Must have a valid Driving Licence
At Least eight years driving experience
WAEC/OND HOLDERS

CUSTOMER SERVICE OFFICER
University Degree with minimum of 3 years business development expereince.

PHARMACISTS
B PHARM - Experience in managing Hospital Pharmacy

Hospital Administrator/Accountant
University Degree preferably at Masters level
Upwards of 8 years experience in administration/personnel functions
Experience in hospital/healthcare industry would be an advantage

TO APPLY
All applicants must be computer literate.

The hospital offers competitive remuneration and opportunity for career development. Suitable candidates should submit their CV in person at:

Lifeline Children's Hospital Lekki - 1A Augustine Anozie Street, Off Prince Adelowo Adedeji Street, off Admiralty Way, Lekki Phase 1, Lagos.
Lifeline Children's Hospiatl Surulere - 133, Ogunlana Drive Surulere, Lagos

OR

Send CV by email to:
hr@lchnigeria.com and lchniger@lchnigeria.com

DUE DATE: 1 August, 2013

ECOWAS Young Professional Internship Programme 2014

ECOWAS Young Professional Internship Programme 2014, Tuesday 23, July 2013

The West African Health Organisation (WAHO), the health Institution of ECOWAS, and its partners announce its Young Professionals Internship Programme (YPIP) for 2014 which will commence in January 2014 and hereby invite applications from citizens of member countries of ECOWAS

Goal
The goal of the programme is to equip young professionals with knowledge skills and experience for effective management of health problems in West Africa

STRUCTURE: 
The 12 month programme is divided into 4 stages (I - IV).
Stages I and IV will take place at the headquarters of WAHO in Burkina Faso, during which the interns will acquire knowledge and competence in basic principles of public health, a second official language of ECOWAS, computer and new information technology as well as basic principles of management and leadership. During stages II and III, the interns would be posted to host Institutions in different countries in West Africa to acquire practical skills and competencies in their technical areas of interest or professionals specialisation. The technical areas should respond to health needs of the sub-regions and the priority domains of WAHO. 

Priority Domains for 2014
The applicants for 2014 Internship should have interest in one or more of following priority technical areas/domains: 
HIV/AIDS
Reproductive Health
Child Survival
Nutrition
Prevention Of Blindness
Malaria
Health Research
Disease Control/Epidemiology

BENEFITS
The Interns would be provided with accomodations and would receive a monthly allowance during the period. All travel costs related to the Internship would be paid for and learning materials would be provided

ELIGIBILITY
All applicants must be citizens of ECOWAS member countries, must be available throughout the 12 month period and should have:
Obtained a University degree or equivalent within past five years
Fluency in reading and writing at least one official ECOWAS language (English, French, Portuguese). Knowledge of a second language would be an advantage
Basic competence in information and communication technologies.

TO APPLY
Interested candidates should send the following documents:
Letter of application to participate in the programme
Up-to-date Curriculum Vitae
Photocopy of relevant pages of the National passport
Photocopies of Diplomas and Certificates
Letter of motivation stating reasons for wanting to participate in the programme, technical areas of interest and reasons for the choice, relevant experiences and future careers plans.

All applications would be completed online:

CLICK LINK TO APPLY 
http://www.wahooas.org/ypip/index.php?option=com_comprofiler&task=registers&lang=en&Itemid=

Documents sent by other means except online would not be considered

DUE DATE: 10 August, 2013

Aids Healthcare Foundation (AHF) Job Vacancies

COUNTRY PROGRAM MANAGER
AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) is a legally registered not for profit, NGO registered in Nigeria. AHF collaborates with the Federal Government of Nigeria and other partner institutions, to provide technical assistance to these key stakeholders to deliver quality and comprehensive HIV / AIDS treatment, care and support, HIV counseling, and testing, prevention, nutrition and psychosocial services to people living with HIV/ AIDS.
 To meet the above needs, the Program wishes to recruit a dynamic, skilled, committed, self-driven and results oriented individual to fill in the following post:

COUNTRY PROGRAM MANAGER - (CPM)
LOCATION: Abuja- Nigeria

JOB SUMMARY
The CPM is responsible for ensuring full support of the AHF Nigeria program. H/she is responsible for strategically leading, directing, developing, and managing all aspects of AIDS Healthcare Foundation's (AHF) program in Nigeria. 
The Country Program Manager ensures that AHF's mission statement, core values, key partnership standards and practices are the foundation of AHF's overall strategies and work.

CORE/ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Include the following.
Provide managerial and technical oversight for the program, in collaboration with the Government of Nigeria and other Partner Programs, but not limited to: capacity building, project logistics, security, finance and administration.
Prepare and administer program budgets and strategic business plans, and evaluate financial program effectiveness.
Serve as AHF's representative of the country program with implementing partners.
Conduct regular monitoring and evaluation of the programs outlined in the work plans and keep management informed of the quality, relevance and pertinent issues to achieve targets or set objectives.
Serve as AHF's representative of the country program with implementing partners, private and public agencies, national AIDS programs, and major donor agencies.
Represents AHF at meetings on HIV / AIDS issues, and maintain a wide-range of professional contacts with Government and non-governmental organizations. Attend and report back on all relevant partner meetings on weekly, monthly, quarterly basis or as required.
Advocate and integrate AHF projects into national HIV/AIDS control strategies and build up partnerships with other stakeholders in national HIV / AIDS related networks aimed at improving communication, visibility and cooperation.
Take the lead in implementing new expansion plans in any location in the country as seen feasible and appropriate within the available capacity and resources in a manner that promotes sustainability.

REQUIRMENTS:
Bachelor's degree in the following areas: MBBS, and MPH, Msc (Infectious Diseases, Disease control) MBA and at least 7 years of total experience
A minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience in managing public health/international development programs or United States funded programs will be an added advantage.
Proven skills in management, supervision, leadership and networking.
Highly skilled in HIV / AIDS programming within an African context and culturally sensitive and able to work in a variety of settings and cultures.

TO APPLY:
Interested candidates should submit their Cover letter, CV and relevant copies of their academic qualifications to the following email address not later than Friday 26th July 2013.
Email:  globalhr@aidshealth.org
All attachments should be a maximum of 3MB.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

DUE DATE: 26th July, 2013

Hospital Jobs For Doctors And Laboratory Scientists

A Hospital requires the following:

SENIOR MEDICAL OFFICERS/MEDICAL OFFICERS
Minimum of 4 years clinical experience

LABORATORY SCIENTIST
3-5 years post NYSC working experience

PHARMACY TECHNICIAN

TO APPLY:
The Medical Director St. Emmanuel Hospital Ltd. 2 Bola Ademuyiwa Street behind Aswani Market, next to Aswani police station Isolo, Lagos

The Institute Of Human Virology Vacancies, Nigeria

DATA MANAGER – NAHSS

The Nigerian Alliance for Health Systems Strengthening (NAHSS) is a CDC-funded project that supports building of Nigeria Health Systems' for sustainable impact. The University of Maryland-led project will support the Federal Ministry of Health to develop the National Quality Improvement program (NigeriaQual) and strengthen the capacity of local implementing partners, state multidisciplinary planning teams and site CQI Teams to integrate Quality Improvement activities into Organization, Financial and Program planning activities, in addition to HIV care and treatment services. We are therefore looking for a competent professional to fill this position.

SUMMARY/OVERVIEW:
Reporting to the Project Director, the Data Manager (NAHSS) will coordinate implementation of Strategic Information activities related to the NAHSS project; Monitor, Evaluate and share indicators to ensure program targets are met. Ensure data quality and best practices in data collection, data management, and data reporting at different levels. Promote health system strengthening activities. Communicate with implementing partners and state ministries of health on all NigeriaQual activities; collate data from all stakeholders for USG reporting; Collaborate with the Government of Nigeria agencies to conduct monitoring and evaluation activities as required.
Provide comprehensive data support for all research activities which includes: database creation and management, data collation, data monitoring and analysis.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Receive and collate monthly indicator reports from the sites, NAHSS partners, Implementing Partners and other relevant stakeholders
Coordinate all data processes from collection, collation, analysis, reporting and use
Ensure reporting timelines are strictly adhered to
Assist in preparation of adhoc reports as required and requested
Participate in health system strengthening activities
Assist in generating regular gap analysis to show progress towards achieving set targets
Creation of Microsoft Access electronic database platform when needed
Perform routine data quality checks, data gap analyses, and data backup
Prepares scheduled and ad hoc data reports as requested by project director, CDC, FMoH or other stakeholders
Participate in mentoring and supervision at implementing sites
Perform other duties as assigned by the Project Director or Program Manager

REQUIREMENTS:
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
A University degree in any of the following or related fields: statistics and epidemiology, natural, medical or social sciences. Minimum of one year working experience
Experience in computer use, data collection, processing and use
2 years' experience in data management in HIV programming and/or research project
Proven proficiency in statistical packages (e.g. STATA, SAS, SPSS) and Microsoft packages (particularly Access)
Experience with HIV/AIDS programs or related health service programs; experience working with HIV/AIDS prevention
Experience with the PEPFAR/ Global Funds SI system highly desirable.
Experience in Quality Improvement in HIV care is an added advantage

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation practices, methods, tools and guidelines
Basic data management and analysis skills
Must have the ability to obtain, analyze, organize and interpret data and present findings in both oral and written form
Report writing and presentation skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office especially Excel and Access
Team player with ability to work with minimum supervision
Be willing to undertake regular field visits and interact with different stakeholders, especially primary stakeholders
Flexibility, willing to travel and work weekends.

TO APPLY:
Application letter and detailed curriculum vitae in Microsoft word format should be forwarded to theAssociate Director Human Resources through this email address:  careers@ihvnigeria.org

Candidates should indicate appropriate positions and preferred locations in their application letter. IHVN is an equal opportunity employer

DUE DATE: 31st July, 2013

Translator Current Vacancies At TSHIP

TRANSLATOR

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The consultant is sought to translate qualitative and quantitative to be used in the study. Furthermore, the consultant will be responsible in translating the qualitative transcribed materials from Hausa to English. The study will create a better understanding of the factors facilitating the provision and adoption of long-acting FP methods in health facilities and among the potential users. Furthermore, the findings will be used to inform the design of the collaborative intervention between TSHIP and MSIN.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Translate FGD& IDI guides as well as quantitative questionnaires from English to Hausa
Participate in training of data collectors on how to use the guide.
Translate and type the transcribed data from Hausa to English

DELIVERABLES & DUE DATES
Translated FGD & IDI guide as well as quantitative questionnaires in Hausa from English
Translated transcribed data from the field from Hausa to English

 Level of Effort: 11 days

SKILL SET

REQUIREMENTS:
A minimum of BA in Hausa, English, Linguistics or mass communication.
At least 5 years working experience in translating and transcribing a research data from English to Hausa and vice versa
Excellent report writing skills is desired.
Good communication skill is an essential requirement for this assignment. Working knowledge of Bauchi State would be an added advantage.
Team player

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Administrative Assistant And Dispatch Personnel Jobs

A key player company in Vaccine and Medical Consumables is seeking to hire well qualified and tested professionals to fill various vacancies across the company

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Responsible for assisting the admin function so as to ensure operation effectiveness

REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum of OND in any of the Social Sciences from a reputable
Not less than I year experience in similar role
Excellent use of MS Excel, PowerPoint and Word
Good written and oral communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to build new relationship as well as service existing relationships

DISPATCH PERSONNEL
Responsible for delivering products to clients whilst maintaining cold chain integrity

REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum of SSCE or its equivalent
At least 2 years working experience in a similar role
Good written and oral Communication skills
Good knowledge of Lagos

TO APPLY:
send CV and covering to: “newopening362@gmail.com”

DUE DATE: 25th July, 2013

WAHO: Young Professionals Internship Programme (Ypip) 2014

The West African Health Organisation (WAHO), the health Institution of ECOWAS, and its partners announce its Young Professionals Internship Programme (YPIP) for 2014 which will commence in January 2014 and hereby invite applications from citizens of member countries of ECOWAS.

GOAL:
The goal of the programme is to equip young professionals with knowledge skills and experience for effective management of health problems in West Africa

STRUCTURE:
The 12 month programme is divided into 4 stages (I – IV).
Stages I and IV will take place at the headquarters of WAHO in Burkina Faso, during which the interns will acquire knowledge and competence in basic principles of public health, a second official language of ECOWAS, computer and new information technology as well as basic principles of management and leadership. During stages II and III, the interns would be posted to host Institutions in different countries in West Africa to acquire practical skills and competencies in their technical areas of interest or professionals specialisation. The technical areas should respond to health needs of the sub-regions and the priority domains of WAHO.

PRIORITY DOMAINS FOR 2014:
The applicants for 2014 Internship should have interest in one or more of following priority technical areas/domains:
HIV/AIDS
Reproductive Health
Child Survival
Nutrition
Prevention Of Blindness
Malaria
Health Research
Disease Control/Epidemiology

BENEFITS:
The Interns would be provided with accomodations and would receive a monthly allowance during the period. All travel costs related to the Internship would be paid for and learning materials would be provided.

ELIGIBILITY:
All applicants must be citizens of ECOWAS member countries, must be available throughout the 12 month period and should have:
Obtained a University degree or equivalent within past five years
Fluency in reading and writing at least one official ECOWAS language (English, French, Portuguese). Knowledge of a second language would be an advantage
Basic competence in information and communication technologies.

TO APPLY:
Interested candidates should send the following documents:
Letter of application to participate in the programme
Up-to-date Curriculum Vitae
Photocopy of relevant pages of the National passport
Photocopies of Diplomas and Certificates
Letter of motivation stating reasons for wanting to participate in the programme, technical areas of interest and reasons for the choice, relevant experiences and future careers plans.

All applications would be completed online

CLICK LINK TO APPLYhttp://www.wahooas.org/ypip/index.php?option=com_comprofiler&task=registers&lang=en&Itemid=

DUE DATE: 10th August, 2013

Jobs For An Operations Officer At Ehealth Africa

OPERATIONS OFFICER
LOCATION: Kano, Nigeria with frequent travel to the northern states

JOB ID: 6446424

SALARY: N100, 000 – N200, 000 per month depending on experience

CONTRACT PERIOD: Now – January 31, 2014 with possibility of extension

This role represents Africa eHealth to provide follow-up support for GIS vaccination campaigns against polio LGA level. The main responsibilities of a member of the operations team is to provide the equipment for monitoring functional GIS vaccination campaigns during IPD and work with partner organizations to provide feedback reports and specific progress at meetings Review of the evening LGA. This person will ensure that the mission and goals of eHealth are communicated and understood in the LGA, and they will be responsible for the following.

Create links and to establish close working relationships with the IOL, WFPS, WHO staff, LGA leaders and other partner organizations
Coordinate GIS LGA operations to ensure effective monitoring of vaccination
Provide excellent customer service to all partner organizations
Provide feedback in a timely manner at the reception, and communicate issues in a clear and concise

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Prepare and perform quality checks on all equipment and devices used for business GPS tracking
Working with partners LGA level to ensure the implementation of quality activities GIS oriented polio eradication
Effective leadership and coordination of all monitoring activities in the GIS LGA
Provide adequate training to ward focal points during training LGA level reading GIS maps / analytics
Supervise the preparation of the team monitoring activities of the LGA immunization and ensure appropriate use of all necessary equipment for these activities level;
Work with the parish focal points and volunteers WHO field to ensure that all selected to conduct immunization activities exercise fully charged and activated trackers phone before takeoff and return to the closure of vaccinators office every day for downloading information
Review of the evening LGA progress reports daily IIP at the meeting using the dashboard GIS to identify colonies missed or poorly covered, and ensure that appropriate corrective actions are taken in a timely manner
Ensure that GIS maps are updated conspicuously displayed on all heads of service and support of the focal points of the parish in their use for micro-planning
Prepare and regularly revise / update GIS maps parish with the support of GIS laboratories in regional headquarters
Provide logistical support before campaigns to ensure that all teams are deployed on time
Use all management personnel and sites of effective project management
Provide financial accounting of all monies expended during cycles
Assist in the organization and management of asset tracking
Help upgrade and installation of a new GIS software
Actively participate in training office
Other duties and tasks can be assigned, if applicable
Skills and experience required

SKILLS:
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to manage the monitoring of activities of GIS with enthusiasm
Good critical thinking, problem solving and facilitation skills
A flexible attitude with respect to work assignments and new learning
Proficient in the use of computer systems and Microsoft Office Suite

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to speak Hausa
Completed NYSC
Achieved university degree – postgraduate or Masters preferred
At least 3 years of work experience

COMPANY DESCRIPTION:
EHealth Africa focuses on improving health care in developing effective ways to implement reliable systems for managing health information. We have developed eHealth and mHealth solutions that can be deployed quickly to manage patient information, reduce clinical procedures, and provide data and analysis on the results of health programs. Provide specific health data, hospitals, NGOs and donors with access to indicators of health system timely interventions necessary to assess their health and meet basic public health needs. We bring positive change by harnessing the potential of technology, the development of the power and knowledge of the local population, and maintaining a strong emphasis on worker health. To help fill the gap in access to health care, we have developed and share a deep expertise in:

software and solutions eHealth and mHealth
 Technology Infrastructure
 Training and capacity building for sustainable health systems
 Research and analysis
 Project Management

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Jobs For An Operations Officer At Ehealth Africa

OPERATIONS OFFICER
LOCATION: Kano, Nigeria with frequent travel to the northern states

JOB ID: 6446424

SALARY: N100, 000 – N200, 000 per month depending on experience

CONTRACT PERIOD: Now – January 31, 2014 with possibility of extension

This role represents Africa eHealth to provide follow-up support for GIS vaccination campaigns against polio LGA level. The main responsibilities of a member of the operations team is to provide the equipment for monitoring functional GIS vaccination campaigns during IPD and work with partner organizations to provide feedback reports and specific progress at meetings Review of the evening LGA. This person will ensure that the mission and goals of eHealth are communicated and understood in the LGA, and they will be responsible for the following.

Create links and to establish close working relationships with the IOL, WFPS, WHO staff, LGA leaders and other partner organizations
Coordinate GIS LGA operations to ensure effective monitoring of vaccination
Provide excellent customer service to all partner organizations
Provide feedback in a timely manner at the reception, and communicate issues in a clear and concise

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Prepare and perform quality checks on all equipment and devices used for business GPS tracking
Working with partners LGA level to ensure the implementation of quality activities GIS oriented polio eradication
Effective leadership and coordination of all monitoring activities in the GIS LGA
Provide adequate training to ward focal points during training LGA level reading GIS maps / analytics
Supervise the preparation of the team monitoring activities of the LGA immunization and ensure appropriate use of all necessary equipment for these activities level;
Work with the parish focal points and volunteers WHO field to ensure that all selected to conduct immunization activities exercise fully charged and activated trackers phone before takeoff and return to the closure of vaccinators office every day for downloading information
Review of the evening LGA progress reports daily IIP at the meeting using the dashboard GIS to identify colonies missed or poorly covered, and ensure that appropriate corrective actions are taken in a timely manner
Ensure that GIS maps are updated conspicuously displayed on all heads of service and support of the focal points of the parish in their use for micro-planning
Prepare and regularly revise / update GIS maps parish with the support of GIS laboratories in regional headquarters
Provide logistical support before campaigns to ensure that all teams are deployed on time
Use all management personnel and sites of effective project management
Provide financial accounting of all monies expended during cycles
Assist in the organization and management of asset tracking
Help upgrade and installation of a new GIS software
Actively participate in training office
Other duties and tasks can be assigned, if applicable
Skills and experience required

SKILLS:
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to manage the monitoring of activities of GIS with enthusiasm
Good critical thinking, problem solving and facilitation skills
A flexible attitude with respect to work assignments and new learning
Proficient in the use of computer systems and Microsoft Office Suite

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to speak Hausa
Completed NYSC
Achieved university degree – postgraduate or Masters preferred
At least 3 years of work experience

COMPANY DESCRIPTION:
EHealth Africa focuses on improving health care in developing effective ways to implement reliable systems for managing health information. We have developed eHealth and mHealth solutions that can be deployed quickly to manage patient information, reduce clinical procedures, and provide data and analysis on the results of health programs. Provide specific health data, hospitals, NGOs and donors with access to indicators of health system timely interventions necessary to assess their health and meet basic public health needs. We bring positive change by harnessing the potential of technology, the development of the power and knowledge of the local population, and maintaining a strong emphasis on worker health. To help fill the gap in access to health care, we have developed and share a deep expertise in:

software and solutions eHealth and mHealth
 Technology Infrastructure
 Training and capacity building for sustainable health systems
 Research and analysis
 Project Management

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Country Program Manager At Ipas Nigeria

Ipas Nigeria is an international NGO dedicated to improving women’s reproductive health and rights, with a specific focus on reducing maternal mortality and morbidity from unsafe abortion. The Nigeria program is entering a scale up phase with programs in eight states to build the capacity of public and private health systems to expand quality woman-centered RH services. The Program Manager is a senior management position responsible for the planning, management, supervision and documentation of country programs initiatives. He/she works closely with the Country Director who is responsible for strategic planning, policy, advocacy and external relationships. Candidates from Africa Region with experience working in Nigeria are encouraged to apply.

COUNTRY PROGRAM MANAGER

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide strategic direction, as well as technical and managerial leadership, to Ipas Nigeria country programs
Manage and oversee implementation of programs to ensure achievement of donor requirements.
Ensure program results and budget spending consistent with donor requirements
Oversee financial and operational performance of programs
Develop proposals, programmatic work plans and budgets
Lead knowledge management efforts including evaluation, using data for decision-making and integration of best practices
Supervise and strengthen capacity of team of experienced senior technical staff
Develop positive working relationship with health systems and other partners to ensure results are delivered

REQUIREMENTS:
Master’s degree in Public Health or a related field is required
8 years’ related experience required
3 or more years of leading program operations experience required
Previous supervisory experience required
Cross-cultural work experience required
Proven experience in writing proposals and donor reports
Demonstrated computer experience and familiarity with software packages
Working knowledge of project management and strategy development
Working knowledge of budget management
Must be able to effectively communicate and interact with government officials, donors and other stakeholders
Must possess strong writing and presentation skills
Must be able to complete some HR responsibilities when necessary

TO APPLY:
Applicants should submit a cover letter and CV to:  hrrecruit@ipas.org. We do not accept phone calls but we encourage you to visit our website: http:// www.ipas.org before applying or send your queries to hrrecruit@ipas.org. The position is open until it is filled.Due to anticipated volume of applications, only qualified applicants will be contacted.

Qualitative Research Specialist ( Vitamin A) At TSHIP

QUALITATIVE RESEARCH SPECIALIST ( VITAMIN A)

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Pretest existing English and Hausa-language key informant interviews guide and modify as necessary
Moderate in-depth interviews (IDIs) with research assistants according to the study IDI guides
Interview key informants using the key informant questionnaire.
Maintain notes on key informant and transcripts from the tape-recorders.
Debrief sessions immediately after the key informant interviews with TSHIP research team responsible for the state.
Supervise research assistant for all qualitative data collection.
Provide periodic feedback and timely communications/updates via phone with TSHIP Director of Monitoring and Evaluation, Senior Operations Research Advisor, and Senior Maternal and Child Health Advisor throughout assignment period.
Travel to various parts of the selected state to conduct in-depth interviews with key informants to gain insight into VAS delivery and processes.
Transcribe all the interviews as gathered in the audio tape and note taking

DELIVERABLES:
Develop a draft report in an agreed-upon format detailing the responses gathered during the research.
Develop a full and final written report in an agreed-upon format detailing the responses gathered during the research.
Deliver all audio recordings and/or transcripts to Director of Monitoring and Evaluation, Senior Operations Research Advisor, and Senior Maternal and Child Health Advisor.

SKILL SET:

REQUIREMENTS:
Graduate degree from a recognized institution relating to public health, international health, epidemiology, or other related field with a minimum of a Bachelor’s level degree
Minimum 3 years relevant work experience in the development sector, MNCH/FP/RH programs evaluation preferred. Also should have direct experience with working with rural communities.
3-5 years experience conducting qualitative research, preferably moderating focus groups and performing in-depth interviews.
Experience analyzing and synthesizing qualitative data using qualitative software
Experience in training individuals to carry out qualitative research methods
Experience working with individuals from various cultures, backgrounds, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, ethnic groups and various education levels
Should possess excellent organizational and analytical skills
Fluency in Hausa and English required
Availability to spend up to 3 weeks at one time to conduct fieldwork/data collection.
Experience in transcribing information from tape-recorders
Experience in writing reports using qualitative data.

WORK EXPERIENCE:
3-4years

CLICK LINK TO APPLY

Latest Jobs at Isalu Hospitals

Exciting opportunities exist for energetic, dynamic and team players to fill the positions stated below in Isalu Hospitals Limited, Lagos. It operates and environment conducive for good professional practice, meeting the needs of its clients and securing their satisfaction.

SONOLOGISTS 
PAEDIATRICIAN 
MEDICAL OFFICER 
NURSES/MIDWIVES
MALE LABORATORY SCIENTIST
PHARMACY TECHNICIANS
MALE HEALTH INFORMATION OFFICERS
RADIOLOGIST.

CUSTOMER SERVICE EXECUTIVES

Relevant qualification and experience.

CATERERS

Requisit experience required

TO APPLY
Interested applicants residing around Agege, Ikeja, Ojodu, Ojota and environs should send their detailed resume with GSM to:

Human Resources Manager,
21 Adeniji Street (Adeniji Estate) by County Bus Stop
(Behind AY Hotel) Ogba, Lagos

or via email: info@isaluhospitals.com

DUE DATE: 23 July, 2013

Vacancy at TSHIP for Pneumonia Advisor

TSHIP (Targeted States High Impact Project) works with the governments of Bauchi and Sokoto(sometimes Abuja) States at all levels to bring public health care service quality and use up to minimum standards.

PNEUMONIA ADVISOR

SUMMARY OF KEY FUNCTIONS:
TSHIP is seeking to fill the position of an Abuja-based Pneumonia Advisor with program linkages with its state offices of Bauchi and Sokoto. Reporting to the Chief of Party and working closely with the Senior Child Health Advisor/Bauchi, the Pneumonia Advisor will be involved in supporting the Minister of State for Health, the Federal Ministry of Health (FMOH) and all partners engaged in the reduction of child pneumonia deaths in Nigeria, and work in partnership with all stakeholders to co-ordinate, promote and monitor the program of work outlined below. in; and developing products such as peer-reviewed articles to disseminate appropriate information on successful approaches and interventions as well as best practices to practitioners and decision-makers at the state and national levels. The successful candidate will also be expected to work closely with the TSHIP Child Health Team as well as the MNCH team directly involved with fostering a local manufacture of Chlorhexidine for cord care.

DEMAND
Work with partners conducting consumer focus group research targeting caregivers and health providers to better understand the levels of knowledge of child pneumonia, care seeking behaviors, treatment preferences and other attitudes and behaviors;
Engage leading advertising and behavior change communications agencies to increase caregiver awareness of the danger signs of pneumonia, understanding of the importance of antibiotic treatment and timely care seeking behavior;
Mobilize leading organizations who work directly with caregivers most at risk of losing children in the most vulnerable communities (e.g. community empowerment groups, women’s groups, faith groups);
Support FMOH and NPHCDA to empower, train and equip public sector frontline health workers to diagnose, refer (where necessary) and treat children with pneumonia, including with dispersible amoxicillin tablets for children; 
Support the Pharmaceutical Council of Nigeria, NAPPMED and SFH to empower, train and equip private sector frontline health workers to diagnose, refer (where necessary) and treat children with pneumonia, including with dispersible amoxicillin tablets for children; and
Ensure that pneumonia diagnosis and treatment with amoxicillin is integrated into all relevant child survival training programs (e.g. IMCI, ICCM, polio, ACT, vaccines etc).
Supply
Work with the FMOH to announce national policy and implementation guidelines on dispersible amoxicillin tablets as the first-line antibiotic treatment for child pneumonia;
Engage at least two local manufacturing companies in the local production, marketing and wide distribution of quality, affordable amoxicillin, preferably in dispersible tablet form for children;
Contribute to initiatives to remove regulatory barriers to local pharmaceutical production of amoxicillin;
Work with NAFDAC to develop specific guidelines for registration of dispersible amoxicillin tablets for children;
Support the FMOH, NPHCDA and other partners including at the state and local levels to incorporate dispersible amoxicillin tablets into the Essential Medicines List, State drug lists and into all relevant government policies and guidelines;
Improve forecasting, procurement and supply of quality amoxicillin in public sector;
In partnership with key stakeholders (e.g. pediatricians), explore responsible strategies for community-based distribution of amoxicillin dispersible tablets for children, including through private health care providers, focusing on those areas where public provision is weakest and children are most at risk; and
Work with NAFDAC to monitor post market surveillance to assess the availability and quality of dispersible amoxicillin tablets in circulation.

RESOURCE MOBILIZATION & ADVOCACY
Work with all major donors globally and locally to mobilize new resources for pneumonia prevention and treatment, including SURE-P MCH, MDG grant, CIDA, GAVI, Global Fund, UN Commodities Commission, the World Bank and the Nigeria Private Sector Health Alliance; and
Mobilize partners to increase awareness of child pneumonia prevention and treatment on World Pneumonia Day (November 12th) and encourage National pneumonia stakeholders to join the Global Coalition Against Child Pneumonia.
Innovation
Build support and mobilize resources for the Pneumonia Best Practice Demonstration Projects in several high burden states (see attached proposal);
Identify options for the diagnosis of pneumonia that are suitable for implementation in the high burden states; and
Work with partners to document and disseminate best practices and new innovations in the prevention and treatment of child pneumonia.

LEADERSHIP AND COORDINATION
Participate in all stakeholder working groups related to child pneumonia prevention and treatment in Nigeria and relevant global meetings where pneumonia will be a focus;
Better coordinate pneumonia prevention and treatment initiatives with other big impact child survival efforts, including the scale-up of ORS and zinc, the rollout of malaria bed nets and rapid diagnostic tests, polio campaigns, Chlorhexidine for cord care and 2013 Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health Weeks; and
Convene pneumonia stakeholders when necessary to accelerate achievement of this work program.
Other duties as assigned by the Chief of Party

IV. COMPETENCIES
A proven track record in government, NGO or the private sector to contribute to both national and global child health goals.
Knowledge of child health and particularly pneumonia prevention, diagnosis and treatment will be an advantage.
Previous experience working with other donors and multilateral agencies
Candidates are expected to demonstrate an ability to build and maintain multi-stakeholder partnerships,
Ability to work well and communicate effectively with others; role requires serving multiple constituencies and moving initiatives forward.
A proven ability to work as part of a team and to be self-managing
Excellent relationship building skills; ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
Display cultural, gender, religion and age sensitivity and adaptability.
Ability to maintain a professional approach and confidentiality
Proficiency in MS Office applications, data management and analysis software packages such as MS Excel, MS Access, SPSS, STATA, Epi Info.
Ability and willingness to travel in the field.
This job description may be modified from time to time at the discretion of  management.

V. RECRUITMENT QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION:
Master’s Degree in Public Health, Science, Social Science, Management or related field

EXPERIENCE:   
Minimum of five years of professional experience in implementing, managing or monitoring clinical/public health programs, preferably in maternal and child health
Specific experience in Child Health and MNCH is strongly desired.
Proven experience in forging results-oriented partnerships and alliances, as well as work with the private sector is strongly desired
Demonstrated ability to monitor, supervise, and train in health service programs
Demonstrated ability to write and publish papers
Strong leadership, analytical and problem solving skills

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS:   
Excellent technical writing and oral presentation skills highly desired

CLICK THE LINK TO APPLY
http://www.tshipnigeria.org/index.php/current-vacancies

DUE DATE: 19 July, 2013

Latest Job Vacancies At University of Benin(UNIBEN)

University of Benin invites applications from suitably qualified individuals to fill the following Academic and Non Academic Staff positions below:

1.) FACULTY OF VETERINARY MEDICINE

g. Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
Professor/Associate professor/ Senior Lecturer/Lecturer I/II Assistant Lecturer.

AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION:
Veterinary Anatomy
Veterinary Biochemistry
Veterinary Pathology (including Virology)
Veterinary Surgery
Veterinary Theriogenology
Veterinary Public Health
Veterinary Medicine (including Aquatic and wildlife Medicine)
Veterinary Physiology
Veterinary Pharmacology
Veterinary Parasitology
Veterinary Microbiology

3.) FACULTY OF PHYSICAL SCIENCES

E. DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS
Senior Lecturer/Lecturer I/II Assistant Lecturer/Graduate Assistant

Areas of Specialization:
Statistics

4.) SCHOOL OF BASIC MEDICAL SCIENCES

F. DEPARTMENT OF RADIOGRAPHY
Professor/Associate professor/ Senior Lecturer/Lecturer I/II Assistant Lecturer, Graduate Assistant

AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION:
Medical Physics
Radiation Physics
Radiobiology
Medical Imaging
Radiology
Radiation protection
Clinical Oncology

F. DEPARTMENT OF PHYSIOTHERAPY
Professor/Associate professor/ Senior Lecturer/Lecturer I/II Assistant Lecturer.

AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION:
Orthopaedics/Trauma Physiotherapy
Neurology Physiotherapy
Paediatric Physiotherapy
Cardio-Pulmonary Physiotherapy
Electrotherapy in Physiotherapy
Sports Physiotherapy
Exercise Therapy/Ergonomic Physiology

1.) FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT SCIENCE
B.Sc. Human Resources Management
B.Sc Actuarial Sciences
B.Sc. Insurance
B.Sc. Entrepreneurship
B.Sc. Marketing
B.Sc, Forensic Accounting
M.Sc.Taxation

2.) FACULTY OF VETERINARY MEDICINE
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

3.) FACULTY OF EDUCATION
B.LIS (Library and Information Science)
B.A (Edu.) Early Childhood Education

4.) FACULTY OF MEDICAL SCIENCE
B.Sc. Radiology and Radiation Sciences
B.Sc. Physiotherapy.

5.) FACULTY OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
B.Arch. (Architecture)
B.Sc. Estate Management
B.Sc. Quantity Survey
B.Sc. Geo-Informatics

6.) FACULTY OF PHYSICAL SCIENCES
B.Sc. Statistics

7) Faculty of Life Sciences
B.Sc. Environmental Management and Toxicology

ACADEMIC POSITIONS
Applications are therefore invited from suitably qualified candidates for appointment to enable the programmes take of.

1.) FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT SCIENCE

a. Department of Business Administration
Professor/Associate professor/Senior Lecturer/Lecturer I/II/Assistant Lecturer.

Areas of Specialization:
Human Resources Management
Entrepreneurship
Marketing

b. Department of Banking and Finance
Professor/Associate professor/Senior Lecturer/Lecturer I/II

AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION:
Actuarial Sciences
Insurance

c. Department of Accounting
Professor/Associate professor/Senior Lecturer/Lecturer I/II

AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION:
Forensic Accounting
Taxation

5.) FACULTY OF EDUCATION

d. Department of Educational Studies & Management
Professor/Associate professor/ Senior Lecturer/Lecturer I/II

AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION:
Library & Information Science
Early Childhood Education

6.) FACULTY OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
Professor/Associate professor/ Senior Lecturer/Lecturer I/II Assistant Lecturer, Graduate Assistant.

AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION:
Architecture
Estate Management
Quantity Surveying
Geo-Informatics

7.) FACULTY OF LIFE SCIENCES

h. Department of Environmental Management and Toxicology
Professor/Associate professor/ Senior Lecturer/Lecturer I/II Assistant Lecturer, Graduate Assistant.

AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION:
Toxicology
Ecology
Genetics
Biotechnology
Safety
Waste Management
Pollution Bioremediation
Resource Management

QUALIFICATIONS
Professor - Ph.D. with not less than 15 years of teaching /research experience
Associate Professor - Ph.D. with not less than 12 years of teaching /research experience
Senior Lecturer- Ph.D..with not less than 8 years teaching /research experience
Lecturer I and II- PhD. with not less than 4 years teaching /research experience
Assistant Lecturer - M.Sc. and B.Sc. BA. First Class or Second Class Upper Division with not less than 2 years of teaching /research experience
Graduate Assistant - B.Sc/BA First Class or Second Class (Upper Division).

SALARY
Professor CONUASS 7 - (N2,485,099 - N3,209,140 P.A.)
Associate Professor CONUASS 6 - (N2,053,124  - N2,684,096 P.A.)
Senior Lecturer CONUASS 5 - (N1,653,415 - N2.348,299 P.A.)
Lecturer I CONUASS 4 - (N1,122,751 - N1,444,535P.A.)
Lecturer II CONUASS 3 - (N897,501 - N1,074,314.04 P.A.)
Assistant Lecturer CONUASS 2 - (N817,566 - N957.402P.A.)
Graduate Assistant CONUASS 1 - (N694,992 - N794,247 P.A.)

NON-ACADEMIC POSITIONS
The following Non-Academic positions have also fallen vacant and applications.are invited from suitably qualified Nigerians for appointment into the respective positions:

1.) DIRECTOR OF HEALTH SERVICES

JOB DESCRIPTION:The Director of Health Services is a management position in the University and responsible to the vice-Chancellor for the day to day administration and management of the Health services Department in the University.

THE PERSON:
Applicants for the post of Directors must have in the past exhibited considerable degree of competence, responsiveness, demonstrable integrity and efficiency in management.
Applicant must be in good health and must be able to bear the rigors of the duties of a Director.
Also the candidate must be found to possess the following qualities: Vision, proven academic distinction managerial ability, integrity and transparency in private and public life.
In addition, the candidate should have the ability to develop linkages with external committees to support emerging needs of the University, command respect and arouse cooperation and loyalty of staff and students of the University.

2.) DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF WORKS

JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Deputy Director of Works is a management position in the University and responsible to the Director of Works for the day to day administration and management of the Works facilities in the University.

3.) DEPUTY BURSAR

JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Deputy Bursar is an Officer of the University and responsible to the Bursar for the day to day administration and control of the Financial affairs of the University.

4.) DIRECTOR OF PHYSICAL PLANNING

JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Director of Physical Planning is a management position in the University and responsible to the vice-chancellor for the day to day administration and management. of the Physical Planning Division.

5.) DIRECTOR OF AUDIT

JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Director of Audit is a Management position in the University and responsible to the Vice chancellor for the day to day administration and management of the Audit Department of the University of Benin, Benin City.

6.) DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF PHYSICAL PLANNING

JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Deputy Director of Physical Planning is a management position in the University and responsible to the Director of Physical Planning for the day today administration and management of the Physical Planning facilities in the University.

QUALIFICATIONS
Director of Physical Planning: A good honours degree in Engineering, Architecture or Quantity Surveying as well as a professional qualification e.g. COREN (and relevant professional qualification for others). Possession of a higher degree will be an advantage. PLUS: Fifteen years (15) post-qualification cognate experience at least five (5) of which must have been as a Deputy Director/Managerial positions inthe University setting or similar institute.
Director of Audit: A good honours degree in Accounting as well as professionally recognized Accounting qualification e.g. ICAN,CNA, ACCA, ACA, ICMA. Possession of a higher degree will be an advantage with 15 years post qualification/Cognate experience.
Director of Health Services: A good honours degree in Medicine as well as professionally recognized qualification, e.g. FMCPH, FWACP, FWACS and FMCOG. Possession of a higher degree will be an advantage. Plus fifteen (15)years post qualification/cognate experience.
Deputy Director of Works: A good honours degree in Engineering as well as professionally registered qualification e.g. COREN but with twelve (12) years post qualification.
Deputy Bursar: As it is in the case of Director of Audit with at least (12) twelve years of experience must have been in managerial positions including Chief Accountant in a University or similar institution.
Deputy Director of Physical Planning: As it is in the case of Director of Physical Planning with at least (12) twelve years of experience.

CONDITIONS OF SERVICE
For the post of Directors the successful candidate shall hold office for a single term of eight ( years only on such terms and conditions applicable to Federal Universities in Nigeria and as may be determined by the appropriate University laws and Governing Council.

Salary CONTISS 15
For the post of Deputy Director and Deputy Bursar, the successful candidate shall hold office on such terms and conditions applicable to Federal Universities in Nigeria and as may be determined by the appropriate University laws and the Governing Council.

Salary CONTISS 14

TO APPLY
Each applicant should submit with their application fifteen (15) copies of their detailed Curriculum Vitae and credentials highlighting among others the following:

(a) Full Names
(b) Place and Date of Birth
(c) Home Address
(d) Contact Address
(e) Nationality
(f) Marital Status
(g) Number andAges of Children (ifany)
(h) Institutions attended with Dates
(I) Academic Qualifications Obtained with Dates
U) Working Experience
(k) Present Employment, indicating present status and salary
(I) Extra Curricular Activities
(m) Referees (3)

Each applicant must have three (3) referees who should be requested by the applicant to forward their referees report under confidential cover directly to the Registrar.

All applications should be submitted under confidential cover in sealed envelope marked\"ACADEMIC POSITION\" or \"NON•ACADEMIC POSITION\" as the case may be, to reach the:

Office of the Registrar.
University of Benin,
P.M.B. 1154, Benin City,
Nigeria.

Note: Only the applications of short-listed candidates will be acknowledged.

DUE DATE: 15th August, 2013

Latest Jobs At John Snow, Inc. (JSI)

John Snow, Inc. (JSI) is a US based international public health consulting firm and manages two project/contracts through its integrated Office in Abuja, Nigeria.
Through the Partnership for Supply chain Management consortium, JSI implements the Supply Chain Management System (SCMS) project for the US Government as part of the United States president’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR). The purpose is to establish and operate a safe secure, reliable and $sustainable supply chain management system to procure pharmaceuticals and other products needed for the care and treatment of persons living with HIV and related infections. JSI implements the USAID/ DELIVER Project, funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), a global technical assistance project aimed at increasing the availability of essential health supplies through procurement services and assistance designed to strengthen health commodity supply chains in developing countries.
To support the implementation of the health supply chain project in Nigeria, JSI is seeking qualified candidates for the following positions:

1) PROJECT ACCOUNTANT – ABUJA

POSITION DESCRIPTION
Under the guidance of the Director Finance and Administration, the Project Accountant will manage JSI's field accounts system. S/he will be based in Abuja.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage the JSI field accounts system, review chart of accounts, generate QB reports as needed for project reporting, budgeting and forecasting
Regularly update QuickBooks, prepare bank account reconciliation and resolve account variances in compliance with all US Government (USG) and JSI financial management and accounting policies and regulations
Process expense reports, travel advances and retirements, prepare vouchers, review receipts and other supporting documentation to ensure accuracy before forwarding for payment
Ensure that timesheets for local project staff are• properly completed, approved montly and maintain employee leave balances
Prepare local staff payroll and accompanying schedules (tax, pension) and ensure compliance with all project legal requirements/including employee taxes, pension fund contributions and VAT exemptions
Ensure that all financial transactions are completed with high degree of accuracy; in full compliance with USG and JSI requirements, and within established timelines
Assist the Director of Finance in the analysis, development, and documentation of internal processes and controls and ensure compliance with all USG and JSI financial management and accounting policies and regulations
Ensure timely and responsive communication with the JSI HQ based field office support staff and assist with the development and monitoring of the project budget
Reconcile and track outstanding advances, update inventory logs, monitor projects expenses and track expenditures and accruals
Provide support and guidance to program and other administrative staff in accordance with JSI policy and procedures
Travel to field offices, training sites and other field locations when required
Develop and maintain an effective professional relationship with JSI's local banking institutions
Engage in financial and related tasks as required by the Director of Finance

MINIMUM SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION
Applicants for this position should be Nigerian nationals or residents who possess the following minimum skills and qualification
Advanced (post B.A.) degree in accounting and/or financial Management
At least 3 years of financial experience.
Experience with Quickbooks strongly preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
Experience and knowledge of Nigerian tax laws
Financial experience with a USAID-funded project and knowledge of USAID rules and regulations would be an advantage
Ability to take initiative and to work in teams
Excellent verbal and written English

TO APPLY
Interested applicants for this position should send their resume and cover letter by email to project-accountant@ng.jsi.com

2) LOGISTICS ADVISOR, HIV/AIDS – Lagos

LONG-TERM CONSULTANCY (Renewable)

POSITION DESCRIPTION
The Logistics Advisor HIV/AIDS (Lagos) will provide hands-on support to health facilities under the HIV/AIDS supply chain unification.
The advisor will also provide technical assistance to the State Ministry of Health (SMOH) in assigned states, PEPFAR implementing partners, Global Fund-supported partners and other stakeholders in a defined location as appropriate.
Under direct supervision of the Associate Director HIV/AIDS, the Logistics Advisor HIV/AIDS will support a number of facility based supply chain management of health commodities personnel and a team of other advisors to ensure smooth implementation of the HIV/AIDSsupplychain unification activities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide technical support to ensure that health facilities covered under the HIV/AIDS supply chain unification project are adequately supplied with the health commodities
Serve as the link between the PEPFAR implementing partners, SMOH and Global Fund/NACA partners and the warehouse locations to ensure that commodities supplies to health facilities are seamless
Support the coordination of supply chain activities for timely receipt of reports from health facilities, processing of reports and filling of requirements to ensure that health facilities are resupplied with appropriate commodities
Collaborate with implementing partners and state government officials to organize monitoring and support visits to health facilities and provide the needed support for smooth implementation of supply chain activities in selected areas
Participate in monitoring and supportive visits to health facilities within the assigned states to support capacity transfer to appropriate health facility staff for efficient management of supply chain activities at the facility level
Work with Government counterparts to provide feedback to health facilities and partners on supply chain data to improve the quality of reporting
Support the establishment and implementation of regional technical working groups that will support and monitor the activities of the unification project
Support the coordination of distribution activities for timely supply of commodities to facilities
Support capacity building activities for state government counterparts and other stakeholders on supply chain activities
Support the activities of warehouse and distribution service providers to troubleshoot and address supply chain issues that will impact commodities availability before, during and after distribution of commodities
Support the process of proof of delivery gathering, review and sharing with relevant stakeholders in the state to validate the supply of health commodities to the facility
Participate in supply chain assessment and other relevant studies to monitor implementation of the unification exercise
Collaborate with other JSI project staff in the states to support supply chain activities and relationship with the state officials and relevant stakeholders
Attend relevant supply chain meetings within the states and make presentations as required
Contribute to routine monthly, quarterly and annual reports for submission to program funders
Perform any other duties as assigned

MINIMUM SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants for this position should possess the following minimum skills and qualification:
Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Public Health, Laboratory Science, Logistics Management or Business Administration
Three to five years of professional experience in health programs, preferably in an international health care supply chain management environment
Specific experience in H IV/AIDS, TB, or malaria programs is strongly desired
Demonstrated ability to monitor, supervise and provide support to health facilities in supply chain activities
Extensive knowledge of the Nigerian public health sector
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Excellent technical writing and oral presentation skills are highly desired
Ability to work as part of a team and to be self-managing
Knowledge of Microsoft Office packages, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Ability and willingness to travel in the field

TO APPLY
Interested applicants for this position should send their resume and cover letter by email to: log-adv-Iagos@ng.jsi.com

3) IT CONSULTANT – LAGOS

POSITION DESCRIPTION
This position is for a period of four months and will be based in Lagos.
Under the guidance of the Director Systems Strengthening, the IT Consultant will manage the IT infrastructure and support the technical and administrative personnel ofCMS Oshodi, Lagos.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Ensure and maintain a stable, secure, and robust IT network infrastructure
Perform network configuration and resolve problems with infrastructure support software both at the server and user level
Provide software installation, user training and support to users and on job training for users
Install new software releases and perform system upgrades
Evaluate and install patches
Provide both first and second level support, responding to problems, implementing planned changes, and managing projects
Ensure user satisfaction
Review IT needs and make recommendations as necessary to the supervisor
Develop strategies for maintaining and advancing the IT Infrastructure
Ensure proper execution of such advancement projects
Supervise outside contractors
Prepare and submit reports of activities

MINIMUM SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION
Applicants for this position should be Nigerian nationals or residents who possess the following minimum skills and qualification:
B.Sc. degree in IT related sciences
At least 5 years of network administration and IT related experience
Hands on experience with MSupply software is an added advantage
Proficiency working with Windows 20012 Server, Microsoft Office suite 2013, Windows 7
Strong background in IT, should be experienced in terms of software installation, user training, support to users and on the job training for users
Ability to take initiative, work in groups, serve as a team player and exhibit traits of courtesy, cooperation, respect, and customer service
Excellent verbal and written English

TO APPLY
Interested applicants for this position should send their resume and cover letter by email to it-consultant@ng.jsi.com

4) SENIOR LOGISTICS ADVISOR, HIV/AIDS in – LAGOS

POSITION DESCRIPTION
The Senior Logistics Advisor HIV/AIDS (Lagos) will provide hands-on strategic guidance to the HIV/AIDS supply chain unification technical assistance to the State Ministry of Health (SMOH) in assigned states, PEPFAR implementing partners, Global Fund-supported partners, health facilities and other stakeholders in defined locations as appropriate.
Under direct supervision of the Associate Director HIV/AIDS, the Senior Logistics Advisor HIV!AIDS will lead a team of advisors and support in the management of the other organizations that will provide support services in logistics management information system, warehousing and distribution to the SCM$ Project in support of the unification project.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide supply chain technical leadership in the implementation of the HIV / AIDS supply chain unification project in the selected states
Liaise with state ministry of health leadership in the selected states tp provide supply chain capacity building activities to relevant officials in the state
Work with the state ministry of health to develop a support plan that will enable the appropriate government structure within the state to take ownership of managing part of the supply chain activities in the state.
Lead a team of logistic advisors to provide supply chain support and mentoring to health facility staff in conjunction with the ministry of health
Lead the establishment and implementation of regional technical working groups that will support and monitor the activities of the unification project
Serve as the link between the state ministry of health, implementing partners and other stakeholders involved in the unification project to timely provide appropriate feedback on the progress of the project
Support the activities of warehouse and distribution service providers to troubleshoot and address supply chain issues that will impact commodities availability before, during and after distribution of commodities
Coordinate the linkage between the health facilities, warehouse and distribution service providers to ensure prompt delivery of commodities for service delivery
Organize and lead monitoring and supportive visits to health facilities within the assigned states to support capacity transfer to appropriate health facility staff for efficient management of supply chain activities at the facility level
Facilitate the process of logistic information management system periodically in conjunction with appropriate state officials to support timely health commodities distribution to facilities
Support the process of proof of delivery gathering, review and sharing with relevant stakeholders in the state to validate the supply of health commodities to the facility
Participate in supply chain assessment and other relevant studies to monitor implementation of the unification exercise
Collaborate with other JSI project staff in the states to support supply chain activities and relationship with the state officials and relevant stakeholders
Attend relevant supply chain meeting within the states and make presentations as required
Support in overseeing the day to day operations of warehousing and distribution service providers that will support the health supply chain to ensure efficient implementation of the terms of the contracts and provide the needed performance
Work with the Abuja office to develop and review work plan for supply chain activities in support of Government and partners in the project.
Provide monthly feedback and reports to the central level on the activities in the pilot region to inform strategic direction in the expansion of the pilot project
Contribute to Identifying best practices and success stories for JSI Nigeria’s quarterly logistics bulletin
Contribute to routine monthly, quarterly and annual reports for submission to program funders
Perform any other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION
Applicants for this position should process the following minimum skill and qualification:
A master’s degree in Pharmacy, Public Health, Laboratory Science, Logistics Management or Business Administration
Seven to ten years of professional experience in health programs, preferably in an international health care supply chain management environment
Previous experience managing health supply chain contracts with third party service providers in warehousing and/or transportation is strongly desired
Specific experience in HIV/AIDS, TB or malaria programs is strongly desired
Ability to lead and manage a team will be a plus
Extensive knowledge of the Nigerian Public Health Sector
Strong Analytical and problem solving skills
Excellent technical writing and oral presentation skills highly desired
Ability to work as part of a team and to be self-managing
Knowledge of Microsoft Office packages, including Word, Excel and Power Point
Ability and willingness to travel in the field

TO APPLY
Interested applicants for this position should send their resume and cover letter by email to: senior-log-adv@ng.jsi.com

JSI offers excellent benefits. Salary will be commensurate with experience and salary history. Interested applicants should submit their cover letter and resume within one week from the date of this advert with salary expectation boldly written at the top of the resume. Please ensure that you write the position applied for in the subject line of your email, otherwise you will be disqualified. Multiple applications will also be disqualified.

JOHN SNOW, INC. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUN ITY EMPLOYER

DUE DATE: 11/07/2013