Grants & Compliance Officer at Health Systems Consult Limited (HSCL)

Health Systems Consult Limited (HSCL) is a public health and development consulting firm established by a team with extensive experience in international development and public health programming. We provide technical assistance for health system reforms towards access to cost-effective and quality health care across Nigeria and the continent of Africa. With a network of over 50 global partners and consultants, we develop programmes and provide sustainable solutions for a broad spectrum of health and development challenges.

HSCL is registered with the Nigerian Corporate Affairs Commission (2009), the Tanzanian Registry of Companies (2014), the Office of Administration and registration in Sierra Leone (2015) and the Office of the Registration of Companies in Zambia (2016). HSCL has established offices in Nigeria, Tanzania and Sierra Leone and has also done work in several African countries including Cameroun, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Kenya, Mauritius, Liberia, Sierra Leone, Uganda, and Zanzibar. In Nigeria, HSCL with it’s headquarters in Abuja, has offices in Abia, Akwa-Ibom, Borno, FCT, Kaduna, Kebbi, Lagos, Niger, Sokoto and Zamfara states.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Grants & Compliance Officer

Location: Sokoto
Employment Type: Full-time / Non-exempt
Division / Department: Compliance
Reporting: Director of Compliance

Job Summary

• To execute planned audit and grant activities efficiently and professionally in accordance with the acceptable standards. Also, to assist the Director of Compliance in implementing the approved compliance plan.

Key Responsibilities

• Review project financial records for compliance with the organization policies and procedures, the Donor’s requirements, and local legislations.
• Conduct physical verification of project assets in the State Office and supported health facilities for existence and proper utilization.
• Ensure adherence to HSCL guidelines on the efficient management of equipment such as computers, laptops, photocopiers, etc.
• Carry out periodic review visit of Community Based Organizations (CBOs) to ascertain accountability and transparency in the management of Donor’s funds.
• Review project vehicle usage for compliance with HSCL fleet management policies and procedures.
• Serve as compliance contact person in the State Office.
• Maintain proper documentation of compliance activities in the State Office.
• Write and submit Monthly and Quarterly compliance reports to the Director of Compliance.
• Any other task that may be assigned to the staff.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements

• A Chartered Accountant with a minimum of 5 years of working experience.
• A graduate of Accounting, Economics, Finance, etc., (B.Sc. or HND) with a minimum of 6 years work experience.

Desired competencies:

• Working knowledge of computerized accounting systems.
• Experience with QuickBooks is an asset.
• Knowledge of Nigerian Financial Regulation and Tax Laws.
• Knowledge in executing and implementing risk assessments and programs in the audit area.
• Stakeholder Engagement and Management
• Knowledge of Grant Management
• At least 3 years’ experience working in an international donor-funded project in Nigeria.
• Expert knowledge of financial management, accounting, auditing, and financial reporting.
• Problem solving and organization skills.
• Capacity building skills.
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent time management skills and outstanding work ethics.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Attention to details.
• Consistently approach work with integrity, energy, and optimism.
• Openness to continuous learning, change, and an ability to manage complexities in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstratable innovative/creative ability.
• Understanding of local language (Hausa) is an added advantage.

Application Closing Date
13th February, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Cover Letter (no more than a page) and an updated CV in one document to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the email.