Recruitment in an Indigenous N-profit and Non-Governmental Organizations

We are an indigenous non-profit and non-governmental organization with Head Office in Abuja and field offices in several locations across Nigeria. We are in the business of saving lives, making life more meaningful and productive for all Nigerians and especially for people living with; and affected by HIV. It is an organization built on strong core values, we believe strongly in commitment, innovation, inspiring leadership, and partnerships.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: S.H.E Centre Program Coordinator

Location: Nigeria
Employment Type: Contract
Grant Duration: Subject to availability of funds and exceptional grant performance

Do You Have What It Takes To Join Us?

• We are in search of innovative, creative, and self-motivated talents with outstanding skills and proven track records in the advertised position.
• A reliable individual who is committed, audacious, accountable, and passionate (females and HIV community members are strongly encouraged to apply) with strong core values to work with our highly experienced team at our Head and state offices in the following capacities:
• A reliable executor who is flexible and can hit the ground running in aiding the organization achieve its goals as it aligns with saving lives, making life more meaningful and productive for all Nigerians and especially for the most vulnerable.

Job Purpose

• The S.H.E Centre Program Coordinator provides overall planning and coordination for all activities including human resource, logistics, administrative and other support services, essential for effective and efficient operations of the S.H.E Centre (CIHP).
• S/he will manage, coordinate, and oversee different program administrators and support staff at the Centre.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the development of effective programs at the S.H.E Centre
• Oversee activities and details including measuring of overall success of activities at the Centre.
• Assist with planning and coordination of programs and activities at the S.H.E Centre.
• Manages the implementation of internal policies and procedures in the S.H.E Center.
• Work to keep programs on schedule, within stated budgets and functioning smoothly.
• Maintains a master calendar for events, meetings, and workshops
• Provides administrative support to staff and visitors when required including assisting with travels, logistical arrangements and booking meeting venues.
• Supports with the management of vehicle fleet and coordinates logistics activities including the management of vehicles and drivers.
• Carries out assets verification and updating of inventory register
• Ensures proper use and maintenance of physical assets and office, including vehicles, equipment, furniture, and office building.
• Coordinates arrangement for repairs of office assets as necessary.
• Coordinate and provides technical and administrative support on all STH related matters
• Oversees the maintenance of office equipment/machines
• Provides office orientation for new employees.
• Ensures office procedures are kept up- -date and communicated to staff
• Coordinates and maintains records for staff office space, phones, parking, company cards and office keys.
• Ensures security and safety of office, staff, and physical assets belonging to the organization.
• Contributes to a positive working environment for all staff, beneficiaries and visitors
• Performs any other duties as assigned by supervisor or designee.

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree or equivalent qualification.
• 3-year relevant administrative experience especially in an international NGO
• Proven computer skills, including experience using Microsoft words and Excel.
• Able to work with basic supervision, with initiative, and good judgment.
• Proven skills in meeting logistics and fleet management
• Efficient and accurate with details.
• Sensitive, compassionate and positive; good relationship skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Team worker. The ability work as part of a team.
• Fluency in speaking, reading, and writing English
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.

Key Performance Indicators

• Quality of correspondence developed
• Level of professionalism and quality of image portrayed of the organization
• Effectiveness in managing the office equipment/machines
• Effectiveness in maintaining and updating as required, in a manual and electronic form, a good filing system which ensures that documentation is easily accessible.
• Effectiveness of event managed
• Internal Customer satisfaction levels
• Optimal cost control through utilization of available resources and keeping the actual admin expenditures within budgeted expense ratio
• Uninterrupted communication facilities
• Timely and cost-effective booking of tickets, cabs, hotels for staff travelling.

Application Closing Date
29th October, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Current CV & Suitability statement not more than 200 words indicating position and location in Microsoft Word format to: projectrecruitment255@gmail.com using the Job Title, Location and Applicant Full name (e.g. “COM01 Abuja, ADESUWA NWACHUKWU”) as the subject of the mail.
And
Click here to apply online

Note

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted to advance to the next stage of the selection process.
• We believe in Equal Employment Opportunity and strongly encourage qualified Locals and women to apply.
• Applications are reviewed in the order of arrival, and we reserve the right to close the advert before the term initially indicated if suitable applications are received.
• This organization does not charge any fees for submission of job applications and interviews.

Job Title: Associate Director, Health Systems and State Coordination

Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full Time

Do You Have What It Takes To Join Us?

• We are in search of innovative, creative, and self-motivated talents with outstanding skills and proven track records in the advertised position.
• A reliable individual who is committed, audacious, accountable, and passionate (females and HIV community members are strongly encouraged to apply) with strong core values to work with our highly experienced team at our Head and state offices in the following capacities.
• A reliable executor who is flexible and can hit the ground running in aiding the organization achieve its goals as it aligns with saving lives, making life more meaningful and productive for all Nigerians and especially for the most vulnerable. If this typifies you, kindly read on:

Job Summary

• We are in search of an innovative, creative, self-motivated and dynamic Director of Health Systems and State Coordination who will be a key member of the senior management team and will oversee the implementation of government engagement, program quality improvement, state operations and program sustainability in all the supported states.
• The position is responsible for coordination and execution of all program activities in the states and brings professional credibility to organizational capability and reputation in program implementation.
• The post holder shares in the overall responsibility for the management of the program including direction, supervision, and evaluation of State program managers.
• As leader of state programs, the incumbent represents the organization’s values and principles in interactions with staff and external audiences.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide technical and strategic leadership to unit team members and state teams to ensure operational support to health facilities, including the availability of human resource for health and execution of gender sensitive programming to ensure the delivery of high-quality HIV services
• Provide leadership and oversight to state teams on government and other stakeholder engagement to enhance ownership and sustainability of the HIV response
• Facilitate the conduct of quarterly strategic review meetings of stakeholders- including government, health providers, CSOs, program beneficiaries and the organization’s project staff- across the 4 supported states
• Provide technical oversight to supported states in the implementation of State Managed HIV response to deepen local ownership and sustainability of the HIV response
• Strengthen the integration of HIV services into broader health interventions within the health system to enhance program ownership and sustainability
• Supervise the mainstreaming and integration of gender into the HIV continuum of care and ensure in the implementation of the minimum package of care for survivors of gender-based violence
• Provide guidance to State teams to ensure the provision of technical assistance to the State Health Insurance Agencies to increase enrolment and coverage of PLHIV in appropriate and affordable service packages
• Support states to ensure the provision of technical assistance to the SMOH for the efficient deployment, distribution, training and retraining of human resource for health across supported health facilities
• Coordinate technical, operational and logistical support for implementation of the national clinical mentorship program across the 4 supported states
• Develop and implement plans for mentoring and supportive supervision of health facilities implementing comprehensive HIV prevention, treatment and care programs
• Coordinate the implementation of QI and QA activities across supported health facilities
• In coordination with Clinical services and Strategic Information units, review and provide operational feedback to thematic leads and program managers on implementation issues, and develop strategies for improving and enhancing program support services
• Helps build capacity of facility personnel to better implement their role in the technical planning, management and evaluation of HIV/AIDS and other health programs;
• Develop and retain talent and align appropriate skills, abilities, knowledge and experience to the requirements of different roles within the unit.
• Leads development and/or updating of departmental standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Plays a leadership role in defining and implementing departmental performance metrics, i.e., key performance indicators for compliance, project effectiveness, as well as efficient and effective engagement of short-term hires.
• Provides executive program status reports and presentations on ongoing and completed projects. Including periodic executive summary reports on program activities, budget and status.
• Oversees direct reports and their work to ensure appropriate, thorough implementation plans are completed and implementation activities are undertaken
• Any other duties as assigned by the CEO.

Qualifications and Experience

• Requires Post graduate (Masters’ Degree) in Public Health, Development or other Social Sciences and 10 years management experience of health programs preferably HIV interventions
• Substantial experience and knowledge of effective financial and budgetary control and securing and managing grants (e.g., CDC/PEPFAR and other donor grants);
• Ability to analyze information, evaluate options and to think and plan strategically;
• An in depth understanding of national and international development issues in particular in relation to reproductive health and HIV/AIDS;
• Previous experience of managing and developing a team and the ability to lead, motivate and develop others; Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills; Fluency in written and spoken English;
• Commitment to and understanding of the organization’s aims, values and principles including rights-based approaches
• Proven track record/abilities to manage large-scale, cross-functional business process improvement strategies, plans, activities and teams
• Expert knowledge of best-practice project management and change management methodologies, tools and techniques
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, as evidenced through previous work experience and results achieved; capable of effective and efficient development, management and tracking of large-scale projects
• Superior partnering skills, exceptionally strong and highly effective working relationships with internal & external partners/stakeholders
• Excellent leadership skills; can manage larger-scale teams, develop individual skills and abilities, while driving teams to meet or exceed targets & goals.

Application Closing Date
16th November, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
And
Send their current CV and Suitability Statement (not more than 200 words indicating position and location) in Microsoft Word format to:projectrecruitment255@gmail.comusing the Job Title, Location and Applicant full name (e.g “COM01 Abuja, ADESUWA NWACHUKWU”) as the subject of the mail.

Note

• It is important to apply via the link and the mail, as applications sent to ONLY the email address will be considered invalid.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted to advance to the next stage of the selection process
• Qualified Locals and residents of this location are encouraged to apply
• Applications are reviewed in the order of arrival, and we reserve the right to close the offer before the term initially indicated if suitable applications are received.

Job Title: Senior Associate, Knowledge Management, Communications, SBC

Job code: HSS 008
Location: Abuja

Job Description

• We are in search of innovative, creative, and self-motivated talents with outstanding skills and proven track records in the advertised position.
• A reliable individual who is committed, audacious, accountable, and passionate (females and HIV community members are strongly encouraged to apply) with strong core values to work with our highly experienced team at our Head and state offices
• A reliable executor who is flexible and can hit the ground running in aiding the organization achieve its goals as it aligns with saving lives, making life more meaningful and productive for all Nigerians and especially for the most vulnerable. If this typifies you, kindly read on:

Job Overview

• The Senior Associate will be pivotal in designing, implementing, and managing programmatic Knowledge Management (KM), Social Behavioral Change (SBC), and communications strategies across supported states and health facilities.
• The position involves supporting the documentation and dissemination of HIV care program activities, KM initiatives, SBC strategies, and communications through various channels, including social media, newsletters, and reports. This role requires a strong interface with state teams and stakeholders to meet programmatic goals and contribute to organizational objectives.

Key Responsibilities
Knowledge Management (KM):

• Design and implement KM strategies to ensure effective documentation, storage, and sharing of program- related knowledge, including processes, best practices, and lessons learned.
• Develop and maintain a KM system that tracks key deliverables, milestones, and program outcomes.
• Ensure that program documents, including reports, technical briefs, presentations, and manuals, are well- structured, accessible, and shared across relevant teams.
• Collaborate with state and facility teams to document and disseminate best practices and success stories, promoting continuous learning and improvement.
• Conduct regular KM audits and assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of KM initiatives, ensuring compliance with organizational objectives.

Social Behavioral Change (SBC):

• Support the development and implementation of SBC strategies aimed at promoting health-seeking behavior, particularly within the context of HIV prevention, care, and treatment programs.
• Provide technical support for designing SBC campaigns, messaging, and materials targeted at key populations, healthcare workers, and the general public.
• Work closely with state teams to identify specific behavioral challenges and develop targeted interventions to address them.
• Monitor and evaluate the impact of SBC interventions through surveys, feedback mechanisms, and program reviews, ensuring alignment with programmatic goals.

Communications:

• Develop and implement an integrated communications plan to support program visibility, stakeholder engagement, and dissemination of program achievements.
• Produce high-quality communications materials, including newsletters, annual reports, success stories, social media posts, and press releases, to highlight key program activities and outcomes.
• Manage social media platforms and online communication channels, ensuring consistent messaging and engagement with target audiences.
• Oversee the preparation of annual program reports, ensuring that all relevant data, activities, and accomplishments are accurately documented and communicated.
• Work with graphic designers, writers, and other communications professionals to create visually appealing and impactful communication products.
• Act as the primary interface between the central program team and state-level teams, ensuring alignment and feedback loops between program design and field-level implementation.
• Collaborate with program managers, technical advisors, and external stakeholders to ensure KM, SBC, and communications strategies are responsive to field realities and programmatic needs.
• Facilitate capacity-building initiatives to strengthen the KM, SBC, and communications skills of state and facility teams.
• Track progress on KM and SBC initiatives and provide regular updates to senior management and funders.
• Coordinate the collection and analysis of data related to KM and SBC activities, ensuring timely reporting to
• key stakeholders, including donors and government partners.
• Contribute to donor reports and technical updates, highlighting key achievements, challenges, and recommendations.

Qualifications and Experience

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Public Health, Communications, Social Sciences, or a related field. A Master’s degree is an added advantage.
• At least 5 years of experience in Knowledge Management, Social Behavioral Change, and communications, preferably in the health sector.
• Experience working in the field of HIV/AIDS, with a solid understanding of HIV prevention, care, and treatment programs.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement KM and SBC strategies in large-scale health programs.
• Proven experience in producing high-quality written materials, including reports, newsletters, and success stories.
• Proficiency in using social media platforms for professional communication and stakeholder engagement.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Skills and Competencies:

• Knowledge Management, analytical and reasoning skills
• High-level interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to think strategically at a high level
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal stakeholders and external partners
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a proven ability to influence and negotiate.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent time management skills to meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to tailor messaging for different audiences.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to handle large volumes of data and documentation.
• Proficiency in MS Office, Content Management Systems (CMS), and Document Management Systems (DMS).

Application Closing Date
2nd November, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Current CV & Suitability statement not more than 200 words indicating position and location in Microsoft Word format to: projectrecruitment255@gmail.com using the Job Title, Location and Applicant Full name (e.g. “COM01 Abuja, ADESUWA NWACHUKWU”) as the subject of the mail.
And
Click here to apply online

Note

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted to advance to the next stage of the selection process.
• We believe in Equal Employment Opportunity and strongly encourage qualified Locals and women to apply.
• Applications are reviewed in the order of arrival, and we reserve the right to close the advert before the term initially indicated if suitable applications are received.
• This organization does not charge any fees for submission of job applications and interviews.

Job Title: Senior Officer – Health System Strengthening and Quality Improvement

Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are in search of a Senior Officer, Health System Strengthening and Quality Improvement who will take on a leading and oversight role, coordinating programmatic activities across multiple states and health facilities.
• The incumbent will be responsible for driving the implementation of key health initiatives, providing technical oversight, and ensuring effective management of programmatic goals in line with organizational objectives.
• This role involves substantial interaction with state teams, sub-recipients, and other stakeholders, as well as significant contributions to the design, execution, and evaluation of public health programs, particularly in the areas of HIV care and quality improvement (QI).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide strategic support and oversight for the tracking and execution of programmatic work plans across states and thematic areas, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Lead the development and finalization of state and health facility operational budgets, ensuring proper resource allocation and financial compliance with donor guidelines.
• Supervise and provide technical guidance to project sub-recipients, ensuring effective implementation of programmatic scopes of work and deliverables.
• Oversee the development of detailed work plans and budgets to support state and facility teams, with a focus on leveraging quality improvement (QI) methodologies to enhance HIV care delivery.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration among stakeholders, ensuring timely approval and execution of operational budgets at both state and facility levels.
• Coordinate the effective implementation of quality improvement (QI) and quality assurance (QA) activities across all supported health facilities, ensuring adherence to standards and best practices.
• Lead quality improvement collaboratives among supported sites, facilitating peer learning sessions, and offering high-level site coaching to improve patient care.
• Ensure accurate and timely data collection, analysis, and utilization by supporting states and facility-based QI teams in performance monitoring and reporting.
• Lead the development and regular updating of materials for trainings, learning sessions, and coaching visits, ensuring they are aligned with current public health and HIV treatment standards.
• Coordinate comprehensive site assessments and facility strengthening activities, including developing supportive supervision guidelines and ensuring follow-up action is taken.
• Oversee the preparation of programmatic reports, including progress reports, success stories, and QI bulletins, ensuring accurate reflection of program achievements and challenges.
• Ensure proper documentation of QI initiatives, compiling insights from assessments, peer learning sessions, and field coaching visits for wider dissemination.

Qualifications and Experience

• Advanced degree in Public Health, Health Management, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in program management within public health, with at least 4 years of direct experience in HIV/TB programs.
• Extensive experience in quality improvement methodologies and their application in health care settings, particularly in the context of HIV care.
• Proven leadership in managing complex, multi-state programs, with a strong ability to coordinate teams and stakeholders.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to write comprehensive reports and success stories.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing programmatic challenges.
• Flexibility to travel, with a minimum of 30% travel time to project sites, including extended periods in the field.

Core Competencies:

• Leadership and strategic thinking
• Effective resource management and planning
• High-level stakeholder engagement and communication
• Proven expertise in public health program management
• Data-driven decision-making and quality improvement

Application Closing Date
26th November, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Current CV & Suitability statement (not more than 200 words indicating position and location in Microsoft Word format) to:projectrecruitment255@gmail.com using the Job Title, Location and Applicant Full name (e.g. “COM01 Abuja, ADESUWA NWACHUKWU”) as the subject of the mail.
And
Click here to apply online

Note

• It is important to apply via the link and the mail, as applications sent to ONLY the email address will be considered invalid.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted to advance to the next stage of the selection process.
• We believe in Equal Employment Opportunity and strongly encourage qualified Locals and women to apply.
• Applications are reviewed in the order of arrival, and we reserve the right to close the advert before the term initially indicated if suitable applications are received.
• This organization does not charge any fees for submission of job applications and interviews.

Job Title: Senior Clinical Services Officer, Adult Continuum of Care and Treatment (COCT)

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Duties and Responsibilities

• This position requires that incumbent manages and provides overall guidance and support to the state COCT team members on HIV/AIDS care and treatment programs which comprises of Adult ART, TBHIV, Treatment Support, AHD and NCD Integration for all adult and key populations.
• The incumbent will support the enhancement of program planning, design, review, and the monitoring in the state.
• He/She will work with the Satellite Commandants, state main office and central office’s COCT team on program innovations, planning, design, review, and monitoring of program progress.
• The incumbent will be responsible for the provision of quality assurance and quality improvement focused technical assistance and serve as subject matter expertise regarding process improvement initiatives across treatment, care & support and formation and management of various models of differentiated care for PLHIV including the linkage of Community ART groups.
• The incumbent will be a key member of the state technical team and will plan, manage and Implement comprehensive ART service packages which include Adherence support, to ensure retention in care and treatment, viral load cascade management, TB case detection amongst PLHIV and basic care and support for age groups and sub populations and support the implementation of the surge strategies and provides direct technical assistance to health care facilities supported by CIHP in the state.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Medicine; a Master’s or equivalent in Public Health or related fields will be an added advantage
• At least 7 years’ post NYSC experience in developing country health care programs or program support function
• Knowledge of the policies, regulations, reporting formats, and cultures of principal donors, including USAID, CDC/PEPFAR, and others
• Extensive clinical experience in care and treatment of HIV/AIDS patients
• Demonstrated experience in non-profit sector in a program management role
• Strong supervisory and management skills.
• Ability to work independently with strong problem-solving skills and ability to foresee problems and initiate appropriate action.
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Excellent team player with good interpersonal skills.

6th November, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
And
Send their current CV and Suitability Statement (not more than 200 words indicating position and location) in Microsoft Word format to:projectrecruitment255@gmail.com using the Job Title, Location and Applicant full name (e.g “COM01 Abuja, ADESUWA NWACHUKWU”) as the subject of the mail.

Note

• It is important to apply via the link and the mail, as applications sent to ONLY the email address will be considered invalid.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted to advance to the next stage of the selection process.
• We believe in Equal Employment Opportunity and strongly encourage qualified Locals and women to apply.
• Applications are reviewed in the order of arrival, and we reserve the right to close the advert before the term initially indicated if suitable applications are received.
• This organization does not charge any fees for submission of job applications and interviews.

Duties and Responsibilities

• The Clerk plays a vital role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the Adolescents Young people’s Hub, ensuring that administrative tasks are completed efficiently and effectively.
• This position requires a detail-oriented and proactive individual who is dedicated to providing quality administrative support to help the hub achieve its mission of empowering and nurturing adolescents in the community.
• The Clerk will provide administrative and clerical support to the Adolescents Incubation Hub, ensuring smooth and efficient operations.
• The Clerk will be responsible for maintaining accurate records, assisting with data entry, coordinating schedules, and providing general office support to staff and clients.

Qualification and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional certification in office administration or related field is a plus.
• Proven experience in an administrative or clerical role, preferably in a community or youth-focused organization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and other office software.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and record-keeping.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of youth development principles and practices is an advantage.

Application Closing Date
6th November, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Current CV & Suitability statement (not more than 200 words indicating position and location in Microsoft Word format) to:projectrecruitment255@gmail.com using the Job Title, Location, and Applicant Full name (e.g. “COM01 Abuja, ADESUWA NWACHUKWU”) as the subject of the mail.
And
Click here to apply online

Note

• It is important to apply via the link and the mail, as applications sent to ONLY the email address will be considered invalid.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted to advance to the next stage of the selection process.
• We believe in Equal Employment Opportunity and strongly encourage qualified Locals and women to apply.
• Applications are reviewed in the order of arrival, and we reserve the right to close the advert before the term initially indicated if suitable applications are received.
• This organization does not charge any fees for the submission of job applications and interviews.