Programme Officer (Malaria) Community Health and HIV at Christian Aid Nigeria

Christian Aid is partnering with others to end poverty in Africa. At the heart of this vision is transformation of the lives of people who live in poverty, empowering them to have a brighter future. In 20 countries across the continent, we manage a wide range of programmes that have a positive impact on the lives of millions, and while we've achieved some incredible results, there's still a lot we can do.

Which is why we are looking for a dynamic and highly skilled individual to lead the Nigeria country team in delivering this exciting programme, and achieving ever greater levels of impact and transformation with our partners, allies and donors.

You could be working for a multi-national company or feel your ambition and entrepreneurial flair are being stifled by a traditional NGO environment. Either way, this is a once-in-a- lifetime chance to use your talent for mobilising people and resources, and make a very real difference to those living in poverty.

We are recruiting to filll the position of:

Job Title: Programme Officer (Malaria) Community Health and HIV, Nigeria

Job Reference: PO-NG/2014/003
Location: Abuja with frequent travel in country

Job Description
Christian Aid is working with others to end poverty in Africa. At the heart of this vision is transformation of the lives of people who live in poverty, empowering them to have a brighter future. It is currently working in more than 40 countries, and has had a programme in Nigeria since 2003. The Nigeria Country Programme presently focuses on community health and HIV, governance and gender. Christian Aid Nigeria is looking to recruit dynamic and motivated person(s) as Programme Officer(s), Community Health and HIV to support CA partnerships and programmes.

The post holder(s) is responsible for supporting and managing Christian Aid partnerships and programmes as well as the effective disbursement of funds to Christian Aid partners. She/he will represent Christian Aid, contribute to the development of Christian Aid policy and strategy, as well as engage with and promote communications and fundraising, including from institutional donors.

He/she will provide technical support to partners to develop organisational plans; providing support in designing effective malaria programmes. The role requires a self-motivated, dynamic and innovative person, with extensive knowledge of Community Health issues in Nigeria, teamwork and coordination skills and experience in managing partnerships with local organisations. The ideal candidate must possess a degree in international development/public health-related subject. He/she must have at least five years’ working experience in Community Health with significant experience in implementing and/or managing community-based malaria interventions.

Essential criteria

• Degree in international development/public health related subject. S/he must have at least five years’ experience in community health with significant experience in implementing and / or managing community-based malaria interventions.
• Extensive knowledge of the national response to Malaria in Nigeria
• At least five years’ experience in Malaria intervention programmes in Nigeria (Extensive experience in community based Malaria response will be an added advantage)
• Significant experience in working with local partner organisations
• Knowledge and competency in gender-sensitive programming
• Experience of managing institutional donor-funded projects
• Excellent report writing skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively represent Christian Aid at national, state and local levels
• High level of computer literacy
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)

Desirable criteria

• Skills and experience in national, state and local advocacy and lobbying processes
• In-depth understanding and familiarity with DFID, EU and/or USAID funding and reporting requirements
• Familiarity with working with faith based institutions in Nigeria
• Post graduate degree in MPH or related field will be an added advantage

You will need to be an individual who is meticulous about detail and well organised, who is able to plan, organise and prioritise a demanding workload.

Please show your suitability for this post by giving answers to the following questions. Using the guidance notes on the application form may help you formulate your answers.

Build partnerships
Give an example of a time where you listened to and took on fresh perspectives and views, even if you initially disagreed with them.

Deliver results
Give an example of a time where you had toprioritise, plan and monitor your work to meet agreed standards.

Steward resources
Give an example of a time where you implemented ways to reduce inefficiency in use of resources in an organisation or pass ideas to someone who can make them happen.

Download the role profile (228 KB pdf)

Application Closing Date:
12 noon, Friday 9 May 2014

Method of Application
To apply for this post, please download an application pack and email your completed International application form to:  [email protected]  stating the job reference number in the subject line.

Please note that CVs will not be accepted