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: Manager, Project Office (Owerri)
Ref: email to: mgrpoowr@sfhnigeria.org
Job Profile:
This is a Deputy Manager/Manager position, reporting to the Deputy Director, Field Operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the successful implementation of all programmes activities in the area. The position will lead advocacy efforts towards creating an enabling environment for SFH interventions and coordinate activities of the support service units in the field. The successful candidate will also be required to manage all human resource activities and project assets in the location.
Qualifications/Experience:
Minimum Academic/Professional Qualifications required for the position:
- First degree in Social/Medical/Biological/Behavioural Sciences from a recognized institution.
- Masters in Public Health or in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
- Minimum of 6 years experience in leading the implementation of public health programmes in an NGO environment.
- Must be able to establish positive relationships with government agencies like State Agency Committee on AIDS (SACA), State AIDS/STD Control Programme (SASCP), Reproductive Health (RH) Units, State Malaria Control
- Programmes, media, etc and other stakeholders
- Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
- Must have a high sense of responsibility and integrity and drive for continuous learning and knowledge sharing Must be able to work with minimal supervision and motivate team members
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.
