Early Career Professionals Recruitment Programme (Medical Laboratory Scientists) at Society for Family Health (SFH)

Society for Family Health (SFH) is a leading non-governmental public health organisation in Nigeria, implementing programmes in Reproductive Health/Family Planning, HIV & AIDS treatment, malaria prevention, and treatment, primary health care system strengthening, non-communicable diseases and maternal, newborn, and child health care. We work in partnership with the Federal and State Governments of Nigeria, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), the British Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, MSD for Mothers, the Global Fund and Children Investment Fund Foundation among other international donors.

SFH ignites the power of health system thinking and market shaping to transform health outcomes for every Nigerian. An emerging pan African organisation, we provide a partnership platform to communities, donors, private sector and government to co-create and implement actions that create real and measurable impact at individual, families, society and country level.

With a career at SFH, you will be the centre of making all these happen. You will be joining a team of problem solvers, with a real passion to change the world in a fast-paced environment. Exciting. Surprising. Purposeful. Life at SFH is many things, but it is never dull. If you want something beyond earning a living, if you want purpose; then SFH will fuel your imagination and give you wings to fly. We are an organization rooted in Nigeria with global reach and a diverse workforce. We pride ourselves on being open, inclusive, and collaborative and in providing a work environment that encourages our employees to be achieve their life and career goals.

Applications are invited for:

Title: 2022 Talent Pool Recruitment Programme - Medical Laboratory Scientist (Early Career Professionals)

Job ref.: sfh-77934
Location: Nigeria
Job type: Full-time
Department: Programs

Early Career Professionals Programme (ECPP)

• SFH is desirous of creating a pool of talented Early Career Professionals. Qualified candidates will be tested and screened, and successful candidates will be invited to interviews for suitable positions that arise over the course of the year.
• SFH is looking for talented young people with a track record of academic excellence to join our vibrant workforce under our Early Career Professionals Programme (ECPP).
• We seek people who are analytical, problem solvers, self-motivated, achievement oriented, innovative and who can think ‘outside-the-box’ to cope with the ever-changing business environment. We invite applications from people who are interested in building a career with SFH and who demonstrate the potential to move up the career ladder quickly to assume leadership positions in the future.

Requirements
Interested candidates must:

• Have graduated from the University with a minimum of second class upper Degree in Medical Laboratory Science
• Show adaptability, willingness to learn new skills and commitment to exceptional delivery
• Possess exceptional oral and written communication skills
• Be innovative and creative
• Have a minimum of 5 O' level credits (including English & Mathematics) at ONE sitting.
• Must have completed the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) scheme 
• Must have a minimum of 2 years and maximum of 5 years post NYSC experience; especially with HIV prevention, care and treatment services or primary health care services
• Valid practicing licence from Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria for 2022
• Must be computer literate and proficient in using the Microsoft Office Suite at the minimum. Other computer skills will be of added advantage.

Skills and Competencies Required:

• Excellent skills in Clinical Nursing services.
• Experience with the clinical management of HIV, OIs and other related conditions, as well as community education, advocacy, and mobilization skills.
• Experience with primary healthcare services in the community setting
• Good relationship management/ interpersonal skills, as well as interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work as a team member and be able to function independently on the job whenever necessary.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality on patients’ medical records
• Ability to cope with stress and to organize and prioritize workload
• Can speak some local language in state of implementation
• Ability to Multitask and work with minimal supervision.

What We Offer

• SFH offers professionals opportunities for career advancement, a good working environment and competitive remuneration. 
• For early career professionals, we provide a structured learning process that supports your career development through our Early Career Professionals Programme (ECPP) which provides structured learning, hands-on experience, and the best performance management tools to enable the candidates learn and grow essential competencies for success in the NGO world.

Compensation & Benefits

• The compensation package for this position is very attractive and designed to attract, motivate and retain talented young professionals.

Application Closing Date
3rd February, 2022.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note

• All applications will be treated in confidence. 
• Interested persons without the minimum requirements need not apply. 
• We thank prospective applicants for their interest in working with SFH, however only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• SFH is an equal opportunity employer and women are encouraged to apply.