The Maternal Newborn and Child Health (MNCH) initiative is a 5-year aid programme which operates alongside the PRRINN programme that focuses on strengthening routine immunization in four Northern Nigerian States. The MNCH programme aims to address the unacceptable high rates of maternal and newborn morbidity and mortality in selected Northern Nigerian States. The programme is funded by the Norwegian government in partnership with the UK Department for International Development (DFID).
It is operated by a consortium of three organizations, namely: Health Partners International UK, Save the Children, UK and GRID Consulting Nigeria.
The joint programme collaborates with stakeholders in the health sector as well as civil societies to provide quantifiable improvements to the PHC systems in Northern Nigeria. PRRINN/MNCH is managed by a team of internationally recruited professionals. Its programme activities are carried out in Jigawa, Katsina, Yobe and Zamfara with coordination from the programme head office in Kano. The programme has been in operation, but seeks to recruit qualified professionals to fill the vacant position as identified below:
Position: State Accountants: Yobe & Zamfara Office
The State Accountants will be based in each of the programme offices in Yobe or Zamfara. S/he will report directly to the State Team Manager for disbursement of funds for programme activities; and to the Finance and Admin Manager for general coordination of programme funds in the s S/he will ensure a proper maintenance of an effective cash management system. The ideal candidate will maintain good records of all accounting books and prepare monthly and annual financial reports to the head office. The State Accountants will also manage and monitor all office running costs including petty cash disbursements, processing and payment of Consultants advances, retirements and fees.
Qualification:
- Candidate(s) must have a minimum of a first degree or its equivalent in Finance, Accounting, Auditing or any related disciplines. S/he must have a minimum of 3 years hands-on experience in accounting or auditing in any organization.
- A strong knowledge and hands-on use of Microsoft spreadsheet (Ms. Excel) and other computerized accounting softwares is essential for this position.
- The ideal candidate must have good written, inter-personal and communication skills. Previous experience in a similar role and within a donor funded environment will be an added advantage.
Other key responsibilities include;
- Maintaining close relationships with professional safety operatives amongst other donor funding pogrammes’ and international agencies in the States;
- Coordinating general logistics in the states; including travel arrangements, hotel reservations, booking of venues for workshops, airport pick-ups, etc
- Coordinating drivers movements for intra- and inter-state travels and general maintenance of vehicles in line with the programme safety operations;
- Providing support in maintaining all facilities; including generators and other office equipments in the state offices;
- Serving as contact persons on safety and logistics at the state level;
Terms of Employment:
These appointments will be for a contract term of up to fifteen (15) months, with an initial 6 months probationary period. The programme offers highly competitive salary packages. However, local terms and conditions are applicable.
Method of Application:
Interested candidates should submit their application and updated CVs to include contact mobile numbers and email address through the link on our website at: www.gridconsulting.net. Closing date for submission of applications is Tuesday, 22nd May, 2012.
Interviews will commence thereafter with a view to successful candidates commencing work immediately. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
