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: Territorial Manager (6 vacancies)
Locations: (Ibadan, Benin, Enugu, Port Harcourt, Kaduna and Sokoto)
Ref: email to: tmiba@sfhnigeria.org for Ibadan;
tmbn@sfhnigeria.org for Benin;
tmeng@sfhnigeria.org for Enugu
tmph@sfhnigeria.org for Port Harcourt;
tmkd@sfhnigeria.org for Kaduna;
tmsok@sfhnigeria.org for Sokoto;
Job Profile:
- This is a Manager/Senior Manager position reporting to the Deputy Director, Field Operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for the translation, planning, coordination and execution of all SFH field based program activities and product sales and distribution in the assigned territory which cover two to three States.
- The position will also lead advocacy efforts towards creating an enabling environment for SFH interventions in the territory, and will meet regularly with government officials and heads of Civil Society Organisations S/He will ensure the equitable distribution of resources in line with approved budgets and work plans to facilitate the achievement of programme/project goals, The position will monitor progress against work plans/outputs and provide analytical reports on the progress of interventions, activities and sales in the territory. The position will be responsible for financial management, human resource management as well as ensuring adequate administrative support for staff in the territory and also support Programme Managers in the preparation and the conduct of external reviews of programmes.
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 a seasoned leader with experience in public health programme development and management, with proven ability to translate strategic plans into operational plans.
- Must be able to facilitate cross synergy of all SFH programmes including sales and distribution activities in the territory.
- Must be able to establish positive relationships with government agencies like State Agency Committee on AIDS (SAGA), State AIDS/STD Control Programme (SASCP), Reproductive Health (RH) Units, State Malaria Control Programmes, media, etc and other stakeholders.
- Must possess budgeting and financial management skills
- Must understand the culture and traditions of people in the territory.
- 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 function effectively as a team member and as the supervisor of a large team.
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.
