Society for Family Health (SFH) is one of the leading public health non-governmental organisations (NGOs)in Nigeria, implementing programmes in reproductive health, HIV& AIDS prevention, and maternal and child health. SFH works in partnership with the Federal and State Governments of Nigeria, the British Department for International Development (DFID) and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) among other international donors. We seek to recruit highly qualified persons as a result of growth in our organisation. We offer professionals opportunities for career advancement, a good working environment and competitive remuneration.
We require competent candidates for the following position:
Job Title: Assistant Manager, Documentation and Archiving MARPS
Location: Abuja
Job Description
This is an Assistant Manager position. Reporting to the Deputy Chief of Party, the successful candidate will coordinate the documentation and archiving of relevant information, materials and other project documents.
S/He will use standard methods to improve documentation and archiving of critical outputs from the project.
- The successful candidate will be required to demonstrate the ability to adjust quickly to rapidly changing priorities, multiple demands and complex situations.
- S/He will proactively seek out reports and stories which require documentation, and ensure project results are publicised using appropriate print and electronic including social media.
- S/He will work closely with the M&E and communication units to tease out human interest stories and case studies from project team reports, and support the development of newsletters, blogs articles and stories.
- The successful candidate will also manage and work with internal and external business partners and vendors, maintain the project calendar, reports and databases, and deliver on project communications within assigned deadlines.
Qualifications/Experience:
The desired candidate:
- Must possess a first degree in English/Social Sciences or Library Sciences with at least six (6) years post NYSC experience and three (3) years cognate experience in a similar role. Relevant certificate courses will be of an added advantage.
- Must possess strong writing and editing skills.
- Must possess the ability to pay attention to details and be innovative.
- Must be computer literate and familiar with the NGO working environment.
- Must possess the ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Must understand and be fluent in the use of software applications, including web design and publishing, as well as archiving software.
- Must be comfortable working in a variety of settings.
- Must understand and be able to apply Associated Press and Chicago style guides.
- Must possess the ability to multi-task, set priorities, demonstrate strong teamwork skills and have prior experience in gender sensitive reporting, managing websites, social media, document archives and filing systems.
- Good listening, communication and interpersonal skills are very important to this position.
Remuneration
The compensation package for this position is very attractive and designed to attract, motivate and retain talented candidates.
Application Closing Date:
30th of April, 2013
Method of Application:
A one page application letter (using the position reference as subject), should be addressed to the Assistant Director-HR this email address:
AMdamarps@sfhnigeria.org clearly providing evidence of competences required for the job, current remuneration, as well as a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae indicating clearly your valid telephone numbers, e-mail address and current contact address should be sent latest by the
30th of April, 2013 to the email address beside the job you are applying for based on your desired location. Candidates without the minimum requirements need not apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.