Society for Family Health (SFH) is one of the leading public health NGOs in Nigeria, implementing programmes in reproductive health, HIV and AIDS prevention, and maternal and child health. SFH works in partnership with the Federal and State Governments of Nigeria, the British Department for International Development (DFID) and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) among other international donors. We seek to recruit qualified persons as a result of growth in our organisation. We offer professionals opportunities for career advancement, a good working environment and competitive remuneration. We require competent candidates for the position below:
Position: ENR State Programme Manager (Nassarawa)
Ref: email to spmnas@sfhnigeria.org
Job Profile:
- This is a full Manager position reporting to the Deputy Director, Enhancing Nigeria
- Response to HIV/AIDS (ENR) Programme. The successful candidate will offer Technical
- Assistance in areas of strategic Organisational Development to the state Agency Committee on Aids (SACA) and the states HIV/AIDS response. The successful candidate would also be required to mange all the SFH Human recourse activities and also manage the ENR assets in the location. S/He must have knowledge of ongoing and emerging issues in relation to HIV&AIDS prevention and care. Must be a seasoned leader with experience in HIV/AIDS programme development and management.
Qualifications/Experience:
Minimum Academic/Professional Qualifications required for the position:
- First degree in Social/Medical/Biological/Behavioural Sciences from a recognized institution.
- Masters degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
- Minimum of 8 years experience in implementing public health programmes in an NGO environment, of which at least 3 should have been in a leadership position.
- Must be familiar with DFID, USAID and the International donor community.
- Must have experience in planning and facilitation of training for different cadres of staff
- Must have very good oral and written communication skills
- Must possess advanced financial and human resource management skills and experience
- Advanced skills and experience in organisational development and aligning organisational vision, mission, and goal to strategy, structure and systems.
- Excellent communication , advocacy, organisational, networking and interpersonal skills.
- Must have skills and experience of capacity building of government and Civil society organisations.
- Sensitivity to cultural differences and understanding of the political and ethical issues around HIV infection
- Ability to work well with others and to develop and maintain compatibility among State Agency Committee on AIDS (SACA) /Local Government Committee on AIDS (LACA) staff, project staff, subcontractors, consultants, and recipients of assistance.
- Well developed written and oral communication skills.
Compensation & Benefits:
- The compensation package for these positions is very attractive and designed to attract, motivate and retain talented candidates.
Method of Application:
A one page application letter (using the position reference as subject) should be addressed to the Deputy Director-HR, clearly providing evidence of competences required for the job, current remuneration, as well as a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae indicating clearly your valid telephone numbers, e-mail address and current contact address. These should be sent not later 29th November, 2011. To the email address beside the job you are applying for. Do note that any candidates with multiple submissions will be disqualified. Candidates without the minimum requirements need not apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
SFH is an equal opportunity Employer
Female Candidates are strongly encouraged to Apply.
