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Society for Family Health (SFH) is one of the leading public health NGOs in Nigeria, implementing programmes for improving Reproductive Health, HIV/AIDS prevention and Maternal and Child Health.  SFH work in partnership with the Federal Government of Nigeria, the British Department for International Development (DFID) and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID).  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 following positions.  If you would like to be part of our team, then read further:

(1) Deputy General Manager, HIV Programmes (based in Abuja) (Ref: DGM HIV)

Job Profile
Reports to the General Manager HIV Programmes. This is a senior management position and the successful candidate will be responsible for the development of behaviour  change communication strategies to provide policy and strategic direction for HIV programs within the Society for Family Health.  Main duties will also include collaborating with the Research division within SFH to ensure evidence based programming. The candidate is expected to possess technical expertise in the following areas of SFH’s core HIV programmes;  prevention, HIV counseling and testing, care and support including orphans and vulnerable children and STI management.  Collaboration with key stakeholders in the national response to HIV and RH issues in Nigeria is also a key responsibility.

Qualifications/Experience: The desired candidate:

Must have a first degree or equivalent in Health/Social Sciences or related fields and a postgraduate degree in public health or management

Should have 12 years relevant working experience with an NGO or international development agency out of which a minimum of 5 years must have been at management level.

• Should have excellent reading and writing skills and be able to represent SFH at the highest levels
• Should have exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with a variety of stakeholders at all levels.
• Must be self motivated, have ability to train, manage and work with high calibre staff,
• Must, in addition to high sense of responsibility, be able to work under pressure and to deadlines.

Experience in service delivery for HIV and RH programmes, as well as a good knowledge of USAID/USG/PEPFAR and DFID guidelines and policies will be an added advantage

(2) Senior Manager, Accounts (based in Abuja)  (Ref: SM Accounts)
Job Profile:
Reports to the General Manager, Finance and Accounts.  Successful candidates will coordinate an efficient Accounts Department, review financial transactions, implement management policies, procedures, internal and external financial controls and reporting responsibilities.

Qualifications/Experience: Desired candidate:

• Must have a first degree or equivalent in Accounting from a recognised university/institution,
• Must be a Chartered Accountant (ACA) with a minimum of ten (10) years relevant working experience in accounting and/or auditing. 
• Should be conversant with NGO policies on expense retirements, advances, and per-diem rates and other finance/admin policies
• Must be proficient in computer skills with good knowledge of accounting packages such as QuickBooks and Excel. 
• Associate membership of the Chartered Institute of Taxation will be an added advantage. 

(3)  Deputy Manager, Accounts (based in Abuja)  (Ref. DM, Accounts)
Job Profile:
Reports to the Senior Manager, Accounts. The successful candidate will be based in our head office (Abuja) and responsible for assisting the Senior Manager, Accounts in monitoring programme budgets and daily routine operations in the Accounts department. He/She will prepare financial reports for management and donors, prepare monthly budget variance reports, liaise with programme managers to review/realign budgets periodically, review payment and journal vouchers, monitor staff advances and retirements. S/He will assist the Senior Manager, Accounts in the day-to-day operations of the Accounts department

Qualifications/Experience: The desired candidate

• Must have a first degree/HND Accounting from a recognized institution. 

• Should be conversant with NGO policies on retirements, advances, and per-diem rates and other finance/admin policies
• Must be proficient in computer skills with good knowledge of accounting packages such as QuickBooks and excel. 
• Should not be more than 37 years of age.
• Associate membership of the Chartered Institute of Taxation will be an added advantage. 

Qualifications/Experience: The ideal candidate:

Must have a first degree in any of the following fields, Computer Science, Information Technology or Electrical/Electronics Engineering with specialisation in Computer studies.

• Must have experience in System and Network administration with vast knowledge of Windows 2000/XP platform, programming/coding exposure, website design/maintenance. 
• Must have software training experience and exceptional technical and interpersonal skills. 
• S/He must have at least eight (8) years working experience as System Administrator in a reputable multinational or IT organisation, four (4) of which must be at managerial level or as Head of IT unit.
• Good listening, oral and written communication skills will be an advantage.

(5) Information Technology Officer (based in Abuja)  (Ref: IT officer)
Job Profile:
Reports directly to the Information Technology (IT) Officer.  The primary objective will be to assist the IT Manager to identify and put into place the Information Technology (IT) requirements of SFH. S/He is to assist in building SFH capacity in the area of IT. S/He attend to the staff requests for IT support and subsequently develop and advise on training needs. The IT Officer will be involved in the installation and maintenance of IT equipment in the Abuja Head Office as well as all Field Offices. S/He will also assist in the administration of SFH network, maintenance of equipment and contacts with external consultants.

Qualifications/Experience:   The ideal candidate:

Must have a first degree in any of the following field, Computers Science, Information Technology or Electrical/Electronics Engineering with specialisation in Computer studies. 

• Must have experience in System and Network administration with vast knowledge of Windows 2000/XP platform, programming/coding exposure, website design/maintenance.
• Must have software training experience and exceptional technical and interpersonal skills. 
• S/He must have at least two (2) years post NYSC experience, in a reputable IT organisation.
• Good listening, oral and written communication skills will be an advantage. 

Compensation & Benefits:
The compensation package for each position is very attractive and designed to attract excellent candidates.

Method of Application:
A one page application providing evidence of competences required for the job, with a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae indicating clearly your telephone numbers, e-mail address and current contact address (not P.O. Box) should be sent within two weeks of this publication and addressed to our office or the email address below.  Candidates without the minimum requirement need not apply.  Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The General Manager  Human Resources and Administration
Society for Family Health
9, Port Harcourt Crescent
Area 11, Garki, Abuja
P.M.B. 5116, Wuse, Abuja.             
Email: recruitments@sfhnigeria.org