OVC Program Assistant at Health Initiatives for Safety and Stability in Africa (HIFASS) - 2 Openings

Health Initiatives for Safety and Stability in Africa (HIFASS), is a non-profit, non-governmental organization registered in 2007 with a core objective of expanding quality health care and treatment in Africa. HIFASS is committed to enhancing the quality of lives of the vulnerable population including women, children and disabled persons in Nigeria. We provide local driven solutions to advance better development outcome in health, education and other social services.

HIFASS in partnership with other development organizations implement donor-funded community Orphans & Vulnerable Children (OVC) and Pediatric ART Saturation Support programs Cross River, Akwa Ibom & Kano States.

Currently we are seeking qualified candidates for the position below:

Job Title: OVC Program Assistant

Locations: Calabar-Cross River, Akwa Ibom & Kano
Report to: M&E Director
Job Type: Full Time
Slot: 2 Openings

Position Summary

• Monitor and support LOPIN-3 CBOs/FBOs sub-grantees in Ebonyi state to implement OVC program.
• Work closely with state technical team towards ensuring effective service delivery to OVC and their households.
• Participate in development, management and review of CBOs/FBOs program activities.
• Carry out periodic visit to program sites within the selected LGAs and wards in Ebonyi state.
• Write and submit monthly report to the OVC Advisor on activities carried out during the month.
• Engage in other duties as maybe assigned by the OVC Advisor.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or its equivalent in Health related discipline or the Social Sciences with 1-2 years post- qualification experience in a non governmental organization.
• Experience in OVC or HIV/AIDS programming will be an added advantage.
• Good communication and report writing skills
• Ability to work with minimum supervision and exercise of sound judgment and flexibility to achieve results.
• Ability to use Microsoft words, excel and powerpoint packages.

Application Closing Date
3rd May, 2019.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Curriculum Vitae and Cover Letter in only one attachment (PDF Format), explaining suitability for the job to: [email protected] Please indicate the title of the position and choice of location as the subject of the mail.

Note

• Only shortlisted applicant will be invited for interview
• HIFASS will not cover any cost for invited shortlisted candidates.