Centre for Integrated Health Programs (CIHP) Vacancies Finance Manager (Budgets & Control), Finance Manager (Operations) and Compliance Manager

Centre for Integrated Health Programs (CIHP) is a leading indigenous non-governmental organization that promotes better healthcare for all Nigerians through the creation of strong and sustainable health systems. CIHP is consistent with global orientation towards the transfer of program management and implementation responsibilities of donor-supported programs to indigenous organizations. This is aimed at increasing local ownership, funding effectiveness and strengthening of local talent for the adequate provision of quality technical assistance for healthcare and development in Nigeria as part of the US President's Emergency Fund for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR II )'s central sustainability theme. The broadened scope of objectives has created the need for increased staff capacity around new and enlarged areas of focus.

Working with CIHP is all about making a difference to people's lives by ensuring quality and sustainable health service provision. Provided, that you have the dedication, commitment, community spirit and client service skills to make a positive difference to the many thousands of people who will be relying on you, we can offer you a fair, diverse, dynamic and flexible learning environment across our six field offices or at the central office in Abuja, Nigeria.

We are recruiting for the positions of:

1.) Finance Manager (Budgets & Control)

Location: Abuja

• Incumbent will assist the Director of Subcontract and Finance to manage the budgetary aspects of programs which includes budget preparation, finalization, control and report.
• The incumbent will be responsible for budget preparation, expenditure monitoring and control in compliance with U.S. government financial/programmatic reporting requirements and organizational policies and procedures.
• Work with Subcontracting unit to ensure sub budgets are prepared and monitored in financial compliance with federal and organizational regulations
• Review and implement appropriate systems that provide for funds accountability and accurate charging against appropriate grants budget
• Provide periodic and ad-hoc budgetary and related financial reports per grant
• Conduct financial analysis and prepare detailed budgetary reports and statements
• Manage all budgetary aspects of accounting for the central and regional offices, including the direct supervision of accounting personnel
• Follow established physical, electronic and procedural safeguards, including policies regarding data protection, segregation of duties and access to information based solely on business need.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills & Ability

• University degree in Accounting, Finance its recognized equivalent. CPA. ACA, ICAN or recognized equivalent will be an advantage
• At least 7 years post NYSC experience and 5 years professional qualification experience in budgeting, financial management and accounting, preferably with at least two years of NGO experience in a similar position in an CDC/USAID funded project
• Working knowledge of USG rules and regulation including HSS grant policy, 45 CFR 74, A122 other donor regulations
• High level of attention to details in all aspects of work responsibilities and Independent judgment and discretion in completing assignments.
• Experience with word processing and spreadsheet software (Microsoft Word and Excel)
• Excellent experience with financial systems and software.. Thorough knowledge of budgeting, budget oversight, generally accepted accounting.

2.) Finance Manager (Operations)

Location: Abuja

• Incumbent will assist the Director of Finance and Subcontract to manage the financial aspects of programs including finance operations, documentation, records keeping and reporting .
• The incumbent will manage the financial operations in the central office, monitor field expenses per individual grant and ensure compliance with U.S.G rules and regulation and/or other grants financial Management policies.
• Review and ensure implementation of appropriate systems and controls that provide for funds accountability, complete documentation and accurate reporting
• Supervise periodic visits to state offices to review their financial records and internal control systems
• Provide timely and accurate periodic financial and management reports for the project per grant
• Maintain an integrated financial system with up- to-date data from central and state offices for consolidation of information and reporting
• Conduct financial analysis and prepare detailed financial reports and statements
• Manage all aspects of accounting for the central and state offices, including the direct supervision of finance personnel. Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills & Ability

• University degree in Accounting, Finance or its recognized equivalent. CPA. ACA, ICAN or recognized equivalent will be an advantage
• At least 7 years post NYSC experience and 5 years professional qualification experience financial operations and accounting, preferably with at least two years of NGO experience in a similar position in an CDC/USAID funded project.
• Working knowledge of USG rules and regulation including HSS grant policy, 45 CFR 74, A122 other donor regulations. High level of attention to details in all aspects of work responsibilities and independent judgment and discretion in completing assignments
• Experience with word processing and spreadsheet software (Microsoft Word and Excel) and Excellent experience with financial systems and software.

3.) Compliance Manager

Location: Abuja

• Incumbent is responsible for leading the formulation and articulation of Risk Management philosophy, emphasizing risk tolerance levels/stance and threshold points for various elements of risk
• The incumbent will manage the implementation of financial systems, legal and donor related compliance management for the promoting a culture of knowledge of specific donor rules and regulations and ensure compliance with those rules and regulations throughout the organization
• The incumbent will be responsible for leading the review of standard operating manuals, policies and procedures and ensuring that they are in line with the rules and regulations of institutional donors, advising updates where required.
• Coordination and execution of financial systems; including administration of budgets, accounting of income and expenditure and collection of financial information across. Collaborates with other departments to direct compliance issues to appropriate existing channels for investigation and resolution.
• Identifies potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk; develops/Implements corrective action plans for resolution of problematic issues, and provides general guidance on how to avoid or deal with similar situations in the future.
• Coordinates periodic field visits to state offices with USAID, CDC and other major donor grants.
• Using initial and interim assessments of their compliance status prepare a plan in conjunction with Director and Finance team as to what is required to achieve a satisfactory level of compliance.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills & Ability

• University degree in Accounting, Finance and Business Administration or its recognized equivalent. CPA. ACA, ICAN or recognized equivalent will be an advantage
• At least 7 years post NYSC international NGO experience in a similar position
• Knowledge of institutional donors (United Nations, USAID/CDC, DFID, etc.) regulations, procedures and requirements a plus.
• Working knowledge of ADS, 22 CFR 226, 22 CFR 228, OMB Circulars will be an added advantage; Federal Acquisition Regulations; and other donor regulations
• Ability to work independently and with proactive communication skills is essential .Good attention to detail with ability to follow, applies, interpret, and explain instructions and/or guidelines
• Ability to handle confidential Information with discretion and make reasoned judgments in a timely fashion.

General Requirements

• All positions require candidates that are proficient in the use of Microsoft Office suite, computer applications and Internet/Emails
• Effective written and verbal communication and presentation skills
• Significant amount of travel may be involved for all positions.
• Commitment to and understanding of organizations vision, values and principles including rights-based/gender approaches would be expected.

Terms of Employment

• The organization offers highly competitive salary packages for all positions.
• Appointments for each of these positions will be subject to a probationary period.
• Local terms and conditions are applicable.

Application Closing Date
10th January, 2013

Method of Application
Interested/Qualified candidates should apply by email with CV and a suitability statement of not more than 200 words as a Microsoft Word attachment to:
hr@cihpng.org
The subject of the email should be the POSITION title and the applicant's full name e.g. Finance Associate -  Mary John.

Applications not sent in this format will NOT be processed. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.