Vacancies: Operations Manager, Account Officer, Driver
SuNMaP is DFID-funded five-year programme to support the Nation Malaria Control Programme. It currently operates in six states, namely; Anambra, Kano, Katsina, Lagos, Niger and Ogun with headquarters in Abuja. This E50m projects is managed by a consortium of three international organizations, namely; Malaria Consortium UK. Health Partners International UK and GRID Consulting Nigeria.
The objective of SuNMaP is to strengthen the delivery of the Nigeria’s National Malaria control effort by proving technical support to improve the capacity of the National Malaria Control programme (NMCP) at all levels. In doing this he programme is working with stakeholders in the health sector public and private; as well as civil society and partners from the commercial sector.
The programme has been in operation for over three years and is now expanding to four additional states; namely; Enugu, Jigawa, Kaduna and Yobe. We are now looking to fill the following positions across the existing and new operating states:
Position: Operations Manager:
Location: Abuja
The Operations Manager will provide support to the programme management and technical teams in planning, budgeting, scheduling and tracking of all programme technical activities. S/he will liaise with relevant staff in operations at both the National and State levels to ensure resources required for scheduled activities are available on time and at the required standard. In addition, the Operations Manager will monitor and report on programme activity process indicators on accelerated routine commodity, training, HMIS and NMCP Malaria data.
Qualifications:
- A post graduate degree in one of Public health, Health Logistics, Health Management or Supply Chain Management is required; together with a minimum of 5 years experience in a coordinating. The ideal candidate must have a good knowledge of the health system structure in the Nigerian context, as well as a demonstrable proficiency in the use of computer packages.
Position: Account Officer:
Location: Abuja
The Officer will be responsible for checking the accuracy of all financial transactions posted to the ledgers on the finance system of the Programme. S/he will check advance requests and ensure they are being processed in adherence to approved financial regulations, The officer will support the Financial and Management Accountant on all financial related issues.
Qualifications:
- A bachelor’s degree in any discipline with a minimum of 5 years working experience. Additional skills required will include; excellent inter-personal, communication and planning skills. Previous hands-on experience in the use of computer and accounting softwares is essential for this position. Previous working experience in a similar role and working environment will be an added advantage.
Position: Driver:
Number of Person(s) required 3
Location: (Anambra, Kano, Lagos)
This position will be based in each of the three operating States. Each job holder will be responsible for operating the programme vehicle and ensuring the general safety of the vehicle at all times. The successful candidate will also be responsible for pick-ups and other scheduled programme appointments.
Qualifications:
- A minimum of five years driving experience and not less than an SSCE qualification is required for this position. Ability to speak, write and read English Language is essential. Previous experience in a similar role and environment will be an added advantage.
Terms of Appointment:
- The appointment term will be a period 15 months for each position, with an initial 6 months probationary period. As a result, the programme offers very competitive salary packages. Local terms and conditions apply.
Mode of Application:
Interested candidates should submit an electronic copy of an application letter and CV addressed to the Human Resource Officer through the link on our website at: www.gridconsulting.net . The subject line of the mail must contain the title of the position applied for. Applications without a subject title will NOT be processed. All applications must be received on or before 27th February, 2012. Interviews will commence in March with a view to engaging the best candidates immediately. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.