Society for Family Health (SFH) is one of the leading public health non-governmental organisations (NGOs) in Nigeria, implementing programmes in reproductive health, HIV and 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 forInternational Development (USAID) among other international donors. We seek to recruit qualified persons as a result of growth in the 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, Global Fund Malaria
Location: Abuja
Job Profile:
- This is an Assistant Manager position reporting to the Director, Global Fund Malaria.
- The successful candidate will provide regular update on project implementation status in the southern region and oversee project SR management for the region.
- S/He will take charge of SR/Contractor engagement in the region; provide updates on Global Fund Malaria Divisional financial status. In addition, the successful candidate will liaise with the financial department on program/financial audits and also participate in co-ordination / partnership meetings.
Qualifications/Experience: The desired candidate:
- Must possess a first degree in the Social/ Behavioural or Medical Sciences. A Masters degree in public health or a related field will be an added advantage.
- Must possess a minimum five (5) years post NYSC experience, at least 2 of which must be in malaria related programming.
- Ability to develop and write proposals and report writing skills.
- Experience in donor funded project management will be an advantage.
- Excellent knowledge of Excel, M.Sc word and power point required.
- Knowledge of BCC theories and practices will be an added advantage.
- Must be able to work with minimal supervision and MUST possess a high level of integrity and responsibility.
- Prior experience working with an NGO will be of added advantage.
Compensation & Benefits:
The compensation package for these positions is very attractive and designed to attract, motivate and retain talented candidates.
Application Closing Date
23rd January, 2014
Method of Application:
A one page application letter (using the position reference as subject), addressed to the Deputy Director-HR this email address:
amGfm@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
23rd of January 2014 to the email address beside the job you are applying for. Candidates without the minimum requirements need not apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.