Management Sciences for Health Recruits Grant Assistant

Management Sciences for Health (MSH) saves lives and improves health,   especially among the world's poorest and most vulnerable people, by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health. We live our mission to save lives and improve the health of the world's poorest and most vulnerable people by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health.

 

Job Title: Grant Assistant

 

Overall Responsibilities: 

The objective of the Grants Assistant position is to collaborate with the Grants Manager in order to manage and coordinate MSH Nigeria’s complex grants portfolio lending to a variety of Non-governmental organizations, faith based organizations, and community based organizations in order to strengthen health systems and improve health service delivery throughout Nigeria. The Grants Assistant will work closely with Grants Manager to establish and follow a transparent process, and develop tools to implement the process, assuring that sound grant practices are applied at every stage of the grant process from guidelines to closeout.  The Grants Assistant must be available to travel up to 50% of the time, including the Niger Delta Region 

 

Specific Responsibilities 

• Assist Grants Manager in setting up and administering a grants management system MSH Nigeria
• Help to issue grants to NGOs, FBOs, and CBOs ensuring that all necessary guidelines and regulations are followed
• Help Grants Manager establish a grants application evaluation of grants recipients to guarantee best use of project funds
• As directed by the Grants Manager, manage grants at all phases and ensure compliance with donor and MSH regulations
• With the Grants Manager, monitor and support grant recipients’ financial and operations systems ensuring best practices are being implemented in the institutions or organizations
• Provide accounting support to the Country Operations Management Unit as directed by the Grants Manager
• Other tasks as requested by supervisor

 

Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, finance, business management or related fields.
• At least 3 years of relevant working experience with an international non-governmental organization. Experience with PEPFAR and USAID funded projects is highly desirable
• Fluency in the English language is required
• Strong organizational  and financial management skills
• Ability to work well in a collaborative manner, including robust communications capabilities
• Mastered the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, and QuickBooks. Past experience with grants management software preferred

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Management Sciences for Health Recruits Technical Officer, Finance

Management Sciences for Health (MSH) saves lives and improves health,   especially among the world's poorest and most vulnerable people, by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health. We live our mission to save lives and improve the health of the world's poorest and most vulnerable people by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health.

 

Job Title: Technical Officer, Finance 

 

Overall Responsibilities 

The Technical Officer will work as a member of a multifunctional team led by a Technical Advisor to provide integrated technical assistance for the capacity building of CSO and government partners in strengthening their leadership capacities and management systems.  Specific areas include  project management, Grants & Procurement Management, Proposal Development, partner collaboration/coordination, strategic and operational planning and leadership and general management in order to enable the partners to be more programmatically, institutionally and financially sustainable.

 

The technical officer will required to have specialized training and experience in one of the management areas mentioned above and should be familiar with PEPFAR and HIV/AIDS service delivery in Nigeria.  Good knowledge of the expectations and demands of USAID and other international donor agencies will be an added advantage.  The TO is expected to have strong facilitation skills and able to work to train staff of partner organizations.

 

The TO will work under the supervision of thePLAN-Health Capacity Building Senior Technical Advisor but will be expected to work closely in a team and other colleagues in MSH Nigeria

Specific Responsibilities

 

The Technical Officer will meet two broad responsibilities to be able to achieve the functions of the position.

 

To PLAN Health Clients 

• Participating with clients in identifying needs, defining end results and developing workplans to achieve the results
• Implementing technical assistance in a manner that leads to adoption and sustainable use of MSH tools and approaches by building client awareness of current gaps, achieving buy-in on the viability and need for an MSH tool or approach, and training client staff on the use of MSH and other appropriate or approaches.
• Building and managing professional relationships with key stakeholders,
• Providing reliable, high-quality follow through on all obligations to clients and other parties.
• Bringing pending needs for contracted work or short term technical assistance to the attention of the team leader. 

 

PLAN Health Internal Responsibilities: 

• Provide support to Technical Advisors and other staff on integrating clients’ needs for institutional capacity building into project work plans and budget projections.
• Drafting internal reports and/or communications as needed.
• Submit requests for contracts or STTA, and all administrative items (e.g., expense reports, timesheets, travel requests), in a timely manner.
• Make the PLAN Health management team of opportunities to expand PLAN Health’s impact through new client engagement.

 

Qualifications 

• Graduate degree – preferably in international public health, international development, public policy, public administration, management, social sciences or a related discipline.
• Nigeria-specific experience required.
• Ability to work as a member of a team, and to contribute to developing a new project in a dynamic environment.
• Proven programmatic, technical, and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with professional colleagues in a broad range of indigenous governmental organizations and NGOs.
• Strong facilitation skills
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communications, teamwork and partnering abilities.
• Demonstrated computer skills in MS Office Suite applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Fluency in oral and written English required.
• Willingness to travel within Nigeria regularly and potentially outside Nigeria, as required.

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Management Sciences for Health Recruits Laboratory Specialist

Management Sciences for Health (MSH) saves lives and improves health,   especially among the world's poorest and most vulnerable people, by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health. We live our mission to save lives and improve the health of the world's poorest and most vulnerable people by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health.

 

Job Title: Laboratory Specialist 

 

Overall Responsibilities

The laboratory Specialist will be required to provide technical leadership in laboratory management in support to HIV infection diagnosis, monitoring treatment and diagnosing also. Hs/She will contribute to the health facility upgrades plans in the area of laboratory upgrades including needs for equipment, water and drainage, safe disposal of sharps and contaminated waste wastes, and health facility laboratory staff in services training.

 

As part of this role, the laboratory specialist will work closely with the technical advisors to ensure health facility laboratories implement GoN-approved diagnostic protocols, quality control procedures and safe disposal of sharps and contaminated laboratory waste.

 

He/she will also train and supervise project laboratory coordinators at state level in the use of new technologies for HIV diagnosis and treatment monitoring, work closely with the project Logistic and Procurement Specialist to introduce and over see the functioning of the process for re-ordering at re-supply test kits, reagents and other laboratory consumables to ensure no stock outs. 

 

Specific Responsibilities 

• A laboratory scientist must be registered with Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN)
• Minimum of B.Sc./HND Medical Laboratory Science
• Preferably with a Postgraduate degree in public health/health science
• Significant experience in laboratory diagnosis of AIDS, tuberculosis and other opportunistic infections and laboratory monitoring of clinical status of people living with HIV essential
• Familiarity with ministry of health national VCT guidelines and diagnosis algorithms essential

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Management Sciences for Health Recruits State Team Leader - Kebbi State

Management Sciences for Health (MSH) saves lives and improves health,   especially among the world's poorest and most vulnerable people, by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health. We live our mission to save lives and improve the health of the world's poorest and most vulnerable people by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health.

 

Job Title: State Team Leader, Kebbi State 

 

Overall Responsibilities: 

The objective of the State Team Leader position is to provide overall leadership and management of the Pro-ACT project in the State and related states/areas in a manner that strengthens partnerships with the state government and other partners, and leads to sustainable HIV/AIDS prevention and control efforts.

 

Management Responsibilities: 

• Spearheading coordination, implementation and reporting of the Pro-ACT program in the State and related states.
• Ensure optimal resource management in the project.
• Member of the Project Management Team that is responsible for overall project performance. 

 

Specific Responsibilities: 

• Lead the development of an integrated Pro-ACT project plan for the State in collaboration with the Project Director, Director Clinical Services, Advisors and State Specialists.
• Operationalize Pro-ACT project plan in the State ensuring efficient coordination of resources to maximize integration and synergy of program areas.
• Establish system for project monitoring, evaluation and reporting. 
• Support the state HMIS Officer to establish a functional state M&E data system with periodic analyses and review to inform program management.
• Establish a system for timely relevant technical support to all implementing health facilities.
• Take responsibility for management of the state Pro-ACT project budget and all other resources under the direction of Director, Country Office Management Unit (COMU).
• Advocate and represent MSH Pro-ACT project at the highest level in the state on matters of HIV/AIDS and TB.
• Liaise and network with relevant Pro-ACT partners and collaborators in the state to improve MSH’s visibility, coordination of activities and promotion of shared advocacy agenda.
• Supervise staff and manage staff performance and development. 
• Provides clear documentation of programmatic achievements as well as required data and keeps MSH senior management informed of state activities on monthly, quarterly and annual basis. 

 

Qualifications 

• Graduate degree in public health, public administration, management or related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• At least 5 years senior level work experience in health program management in developing countries, or equivalent.
• Previous supervision or team leader experience.
• Proven track record in managing international projects or in senior management of a large and complex project overseas.
• Demonstrated leadership and capacity to oversee USAID-funded (sub) projects.
• Understanding of USAID and field Missions; USG audiences, trends and requirements.
• Proven programmatic, technical and managerial expertise in providing support to institutions to strengthen their management and/or leadership capacity, systems and processes, and sustainability potential.
• Demonstrated capacity to collaborate with colleagues, teams and partner organizations to achieve results.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Excellent writing and oral communication skills.
• Computer skills: Windows applications for word processing and spreadsheet software. 

 

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Management Sciences for Health Recruits State Team Leader - Adamawa

Management Sciences for Health (MSH) saves lives and improves health, especially among the world's poorest and most vulnerable people, by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health. We live our mission to save lives and improve the health of the world's poorest and most vulnerable people by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health.

 

Job Title: State Team Leader, Adamawa State 

 

Overall Responsibilities: 

The objective of the State Team Leader position is to provide overall leadership and management of the Pro-ACT project in the State and related states/areas in a manner that strengthens partnerships with the state government and other partners, and leads to sustainable HIV/AIDS prevention and control efforts.

 

Management Responsibilities: 

• Spearheading coordination, implementation and reporting of the Pro-ACT program in the State and related states.
• Ensure optimal resource management in the project.
• Member of the Project Management Team that is responsible for overall project performance.

 

Specific Responsibilities: 

• Lead the development of an integrated Pro-ACT project plan for the State in collaboration with the Project Director, Director Clinical Services, Advisors and State Specialists.
• Operationalize Pro-ACT project plan in the State ensuring efficient coordination of resources to maximize integration and synergy of program areas.
• Establish system for project monitoring, evaluation and reporting. 
• Support the state HMIS Officer to establish a functional state M&E data system with periodic analyses and review to inform program management.
• Establish a system for timely relevant technical support to all implementing health facilities.
• Take responsibility for management of the state Pro-ACT project budget and all other resources under the direction of Director, Country Office Management Unit (COMU).
• Advocate and represent MSH Pro-ACT project at the highest level in the state on matters of HIV/AIDS and TB.
• Liaise and network with relevant Pro-ACT partners and collaborators in the state to improve MSH’s visibility, coordination of activities and promotion of shared advocacy agenda.
• Supervise staff and manage staff performance and development. 
• Provides clear documentation of programmatic achievements as well as required data and keeps MSH senior management informed of state activities on monthly, quarterly and annual basis. 

 

Qualifications 

• Graduate degree in public health, public administration, management or related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• At least 5 years senior level work experience in health program management in developing countries, or equivalent.
• Previous supervision or team leader experience.
• Proven track record in managing international projects or in senior management of a large and complex project overseas.
• Demonstrated leadership and capacity to oversee USAID-funded (sub) projects.
• Understanding of USAID and field Missions; USG audiences, trends and requirements.
• Proven programmatic, technical and managerial expertise in providing support to institutions to strengthen their management and/or leadership capacity, systems and processes, and sustainability potential.
• Demonstrated capacity to collaborate with colleagues, teams and partner organizations to achieve results.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Excellent writing and oral communication skills.
• Computer skills: Windows applications for word processing and spreadsheet software.

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Partnership for Child Development (PCD) Recruits Nigeria Programme Manager

The Partnership for Child Development has launched a new programme that will support government action to deliver cost effective school feeding programmes in sub-Saharan Africa. The Home Grown School Feeding (HGSF) programme supports government action to deliver sustainable, nationally owned school feeding programmes sourced from local farmers in sub-Saharan Africa. The programme provides direct, evidence-based and context-specific support and expertise for the design and management of school feeding programmes linked to local agricultural production.

PCD’s is seeking to recruit a Nigeria Programme Manager to provide an efficient professional service and to be the focal point supporting the delivery of the SHN/HGSF programme in Nigeria. The focal point will facilitate activities, foster partnerships on the ground and work to support in-country stakeholders to enable clear articulation of SHN/HGSF programme needs.
Post to be based at Action Health Incorporated, Lagos Nigeria

Job Title: Nigeria Programme Manager
Salary Range: $20,000- $25,000 per annum
All appointments will normally be made at the bottom of the salary range
Description
Applications are invited for the post of Programme Manager to join the Partnership for Child Development (PCD). PCD is an organisation committed to improving the education, health and nutrition of school-age children and youth in low-income countries.

The post holder will be responsible for the administration, organisation and coordination to the HGSF programmes, providing technical assistance and managing relationships with partners and donors both international and in country.
Qualifications and Requirements
Applicants should hold at least a bachelors degree (masters degree preferred) in international development, agriculture, education or related field with sufficient work experience. He/she must have proven experience of formulation, planning, implementation and monitoring and evaluation of development projects in general and in particular education projects, including the management of school canteens and working knowledge of national policy for food security and health nutrition. Experience of implementing school feeding programmes in Sub Saharan Africa would be an advantage. Applicants should be motivated, well organised and able to work effectively independently and as part of a team.

This full time post is for a fixed-term of one years, renewable for up to three years. For informal enquiries and to receive more information including the job description, please contact Daniel Mumuni, West Africa Regional Manager- d.mumuni@hgsf-global.org or Abigail Deamer, Operations Manager - a.deamer@imperial.ac.uk

Method of Application 

To apply, please send a CV and covering letter to d.mumuni@hgsf-global.org and a.deamer@imperial.ac.uk by the 19th September 2011

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International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) Nigeria Recruits Secretary

The ICRC is an impartial, neutral and independent humanitarian organization. For more information about the ICRC, please visit our website www.icrc.org.

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) Sub-Delegation in Port Harcourt is looking for a qualified candidate with the capacity to work independently to fill in the following interesting position:

 

JOB TITLE: Secretary/Radio Operator

 

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Organize and follow-up staff accommodation and travelling arrangements
• Acts as receptionist for the Sub-delegation. 
• Execute and maintain mailing and filing of the Sub-delegation
• Support
• Ensure communication between different ICRC sites, vehicles and people using mail, phone, email but also VHF and HF radio.
• Use VHF, HF and phone in order to follow and report the movements of ICRC staff and vehicles

 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Technical certificate in secretarial or equivalent training
• Good command of written and spoken English, additional language is an asset
• 2 years work experience in a similar position
• Excellent computer skills. 

 

DESIRED PERSONAL SKILLS:

• Strongly motivated by humanitarian work
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work independently and with a sense of initiative
• Methodical person with common sense and rigour
• Strong sense of commitment and able to work over time when needed

 

STARTING DATE: As soon as possible

 

 

METHOD OF APPLICATION

Interested candidates are invited to submit their application (letter of motivation, CV, copies of certificates/diploma/work experiences, references) to the following address, not later than 9th September, 2011.

Attn. Administrator

ICRC Port Harcourt

No 46b Orogdum crescent, Off Ayaminima Street,

GRA Phase 2, Port Harcourt

N/B: Personal correspondences are non-returnable

 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Only complete fuels matching with the profile will be considered.

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Multinational Chemical company Recruiting today

SALES MANAGER
REQUIREMENT
BSC in chemistry, biochemistry, microbiology, food technology or similar course
At least 2years working experience in the sales and marketing of chemicals/related products
Valid driver’s license. www.nigerianbestforum.com
Proficiency in computer packages

TO APPLY
Send your resume within 7days of this advert to: veratayo84@yahoo.com

Vacancies at International Health Management Services Limited (IHMS)

VACANCIES
International Health Management Services Limited [IHMS] Need graduates at all degree levels B.Sc[ 2nd Class Lower] or [HND  Upper Credit] The Ideal candidates should have strong academic credentials coupled with solid, relevant work experience, where applicable. Equally important are soft skills developed through previous leadership and team roles. i.e. interpersonal effectiveness, communication skills, time management skills, presentation skills.

International Health Management Services Limited [IHMSis a leading Health Maintenance Organisation [HMO] and a major player in the health insurance industry with head office in Lagos and offices spread across the SIX Heo political zones of the Country.

Marketing Executives
[ LAGOS, MAIDUGURI, KATSINA, SOKOTO, ADAMAWA, KANO, & ONITSHA]
Key Responsibilities
-Conduct market intelligence activities
-Contribute to the development of healthcare plans/packages
-Achieve the sales and revenue goals of trhe organization.
-Be responsible for sourcing of new clients while maintaining relationships with existing clients in their region.
Requirements:
-Minimum of B.Sc[ 2nd Class Lower] or [HND  Upper Credit] in marketing, Social Science or any management related course.
-Minimum of 3 Years Experience in the HMO Industry.
-Knowledge of the operations of the National Health Insurane Scheme will be a significant advantage.
-Excellent Sales and Customer Service Skills
-Good Communication skills [ both oral and written

Recruiting process.
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Qualified and Completed curriculum Vitae as an attachment to :  jobs@ihmsnigeria.com within two weeks of this publication

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Associate/Operations Research Advisor at The United Nations Organisation

The International Health Division is committed to the improvement of health and healthcare delivery around the world. Serving both the public and private sectors, our efforts include health policy research and evaluation, health promotion and disease prevention, health finance, and health systems management. Our impact is felt in policies that ensure healthcare access for women, children, and individuals with special needs, in strengthening health infrastructures, and HIV/AIDS solutions.
Minimum Qualifications: MA/MBA (7 – 10) years of experience OR PhD (4 – 6) years of experience OR the equivalent combination of education and experience.
Job Responsibilities: Partnerships for Transforming Health Systems (PATHS2) is a six-year, DFID funded project that aims at assisting the government of Nigeria, at the federal and selected states levels, to improve utilization of its own resources to expand access to and utilization of quality health care services. PATHS2 has a wide scope of systems strengthening interventions that range from improving performance of the public sector’s capacity to assume its stewardship role to the introduction of evidence-based, scaleable and replicable service delivery and health financing models at multiple levels of the health system. In order to allow for measuring the effectiveness, scalability and replicability of these interventions, PATHS2 will develop and implement an operations research strategy that supports the technical interventions being implemented. The OR strategy will povide for high quality health systems research evidence both to support the design of interventions (literature reviews, formative research) and larger scale studies to assess the impact of the project’s health system strengthening inputs. This necessitates the presence of a full time health systems research expert who can guide the design and implementation of OR activities, monitor measurement and data collection and ensure quality, accuracy and representation of results. Specifically, the OR advisor will be in charge of:
Under the direct supervision of the M&E team leader, coordinates the development, review and finalization of an OR strategy based on the program’s planned interventions and the logical framework. Works in close collaboration with the Deputy National Program Manager (Technical), technical and state team leaders and identifies specific OR interventions. Coordinates the development, costing and implementation of annual OR plans. Monitors the implementation, and assures the quality of all aspects related to the implementation of OR activities in the field. Identifies local resources – agencies and potential consultants – who are capable of implementing OR, or specific elements such as data collection, analysis and statistical data processing. Initiate agreements, subcontracts and/or grants with eligible agencies and personnel to carry out specific OR related tasks. Liaises with the technical advisors at the home office and plans jointly for future technical assistance needs, data reviews, report finalization, dissemination to national (Nigerian) and international audiences, and publishing research results in peer-reviewed journals .
Skills Prerequisites: Masters Degree or PhD Degree in Public Health, Health Economics, Health Policy, Business Administration, Management, Public Administration or other relevant field. 7-10 post Masters degree or 4-6 post PhD degree years of relevant professional experience in health systems research, quantitative and qualitative research.
Seven or more years of international experience, preferably in Sub-Saharan Africa. Past experience in Nigeria is highly desirable. Experience of publishing in international journals Demonstrated experience in data analysis and the use of statistical analysis software. Demonstrated leadership skills. Excellent writing, computer, management and organizational skills.
PLEASE APPLY ONLINE: http://jobs-abtassociates.icims.com/ to job requisition #5839

BAOBAB NGO (Women's Human Right) Recruits Executive Director in Nigeria

BAOBAB For Women’s Human Rights is a non governmental organization which focuses on women’s legal rights issues under the three systems of law in Nigeria– customary, statutory and religious laws. BAOBAB operates from a national office in Lagos with outreach teams in 14 states across Nigeria. The organization works with women, legal and paralegal professionals, human rights NGOs and members of the general public.
Purpose of position
The executive director will provide effective leadership through formulating and ensuring execution of BAOBAB’s national and global programmes within the strategic guidelines formulated by the BAOBAB Board of Directors. This will be done through working with National Outreach Teams, allies and other civil society organisations with the goal of ensuring that women’s human rights are concretised in the everyday lives of women, whether under secular, religious or customary laws and rights regimes. The post holder reports to BOABAB’s Board of Directors.
Main responsibilities
Leadership Lead, motivate, and manage the BAOBAB for Women’s Human Rights senior management and leadership team (SMT). Ensure effective performance management of the SMT, and effective staff development, training, and performance reviews throughout the organization. Lead, motivate and coordinate the National Outreach Teams, in order to achieve the objectives of BAOBAB nationally and globally.
Pro-actively manage and ensure buy-in for continuous change processes within BAOBAB to address continuous changing contexts, risks and opportunities.
Strategic direction Ensure formulation and execution of BAOBAB’s strategic direction, in consultation with staff and National Outreach teams, and within the guidelines and policies approved by the Board, in order to realise BAOBAB’s objectives.
Representation and Communication Represent BAOBAB in various fora and with diverse constituencies, in order to maximise the public profiling and positioning of BAOBAB’s vision and activities.
Programme design Ensure formulation and execution of the programme design, in consultation with staff and National Outreach Teams in order to realise the strategic direction of BAOBAB nationally and globally.
Monitoring Ensure monitoring of BAOBAB’s presence and activities in the external environment, in order to continuously evaluate BAOBAB’s impact and the changing global trends, in order to adapt the strategic direction, programme and/or activities as necessary.
National Outreach Team support Ensure formulation and execution of a strategy for National Outreach Team’s development and support, and monitor their activities and performance.
Budgeting and financial control Ensure the formulation of the BAOBAB budget and the appropriate management of finances in order to ensure the delivery of the programme, transparency and accountability.
Resource Planning Ensure the prioritisation and delivery of people, infrastructure and financial means, in order to enable optimal operations of BAOBAB.
Fundraising Ensure that sufficient funds are raised to enable BAOBAB to execute its programme by playing an active role in international major gift fundraising with wealthy individuals and grant giving foundations to achieve large donations.
Skills and Qualifications
Required: Proven ability to provide inspirational leadership Strategic thinking and the ability to translate strategy into cutting edge campaigning and other organisational outputs. Effective communication and public speaking skills as a key spokesperson of BAOBAB Strong leadership and people skills (team builder and team player) Fluent English (verbal and written) At least five years senior management experience, preferably in an strong NGO Strong budgeting and financial control skills and experience Negotiation and networking skills Experience with managing organizational change and capacity building Strong ability to ensure that the financial aspects of the organisation (strategic budgets, financial systems) are appropriately managed, and, to implement and supervise control systems and ensure transparence and accountability. Objectivity and ability to balance conflicting needs/interests of the organization and exercise decisive leadership where necessary Ability to manage a heavy workload, frequent travel, and irregular hours Familiarity with ICT tools
Desirable: Experience working and living in a more than region of Nigera and/or multi-cultural and diverse settings Good knowledge of several of the following: women’s human rights women’s rights in religious (Muslim and Christian) and customary laws gender analysis global economic, political, technical and social trends the environmental and other global social movements gender and poverty issues Experience in soliciting major gifts for an NGO, or experience in negotiating at senior levels resulting in significant new income to an organisation Skills in crisis prevention and problem resolution Fluency in at least one or more languages (in addition to English)
How to apply: Please send a CV, motivational letter and the names and contact information of three references to Emily at applications@missiontalent.com by 30 August 2011. Please write ‘Baobab ED’ in the subject line of the email. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be responded to. Please do not contact BAOBAB directly.

UNDP Recruitment for Humanatarian Affairs Officer/ECOWAS Liaison Officer

Location : Abuja, NIGERIA
Application Deadline :
26-Jul-11
Languages Required : English  
Starting Date : (date when the selected candidate is expected to start) 01-Sep-2011
Duration of Initial Contract : One Year

Background

A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed between OCHA and ECOWAS on 05 February 2004 with the following objectives: Enhance the response to humanitarian crisis, contribute to the attainment of lasting peace in the region, improve capacity of ECOWAS in humanitarian action and conflict management, better address the needs of the vulnerable populations, alleviate human suffering in disasters and emergencies, advocate for the rights of people affected by conflict and natural disasters, promote preparedness and prevention and create an enabling environment for sustainable development. The Liaison function will contribute to strengthening the partnership and engagement with the ECOWAS in order to coordinate principled humanitarian response and effectively engage Member States on disaster preparedness and response and other humanitarian issues with regional implications The Humanitarian Affairs Officer / ECOWAS Liaison Officer will work closely with the Department of Humanitarian and Social Affairs of ECOWAS and coordinate with the Humanitarian support Unit (HSU) within the office of the Resident Coordinator for Nigeria
The Humanitarian Affairs Officer / ECOWAS Liaison Officer will report to the OCHA Head of Regional Office (ROWCA).

Duties and Responsibilities

The HAO/ECOWAS Liaison Officer will have the following main functions:
1. Engage dialogue with ECOWAS in her/his role of strengthening preparedness and response and provide support on policy and operational aspects relating to acute poverty, complex emergencies and impact on disasters.
2. Participate and support ECOWAS’ initiatives including the measuring of the impact of natural disasters such as floods in West Africa, follow-up on the setup of ECOWAS’ regional stockpile in Mali aswell as any other initiatives related to humanitarian preparedness and response.
3. Assist in the elaboration of ECOWAS MoUs with regional agencies and institutions on DRR/Preparedness and provide training support to the ECOWAS Emergency Response Team.
4. Assist in the development of short and medium-term strategy, policy, planning and priorities, especially in finalizing ECOWAS’ 3-year humanitarian action plan.
5. Maintain day to day and technical liaison with the humanitarian department of ECOWAS aswell as other key entities within the organization and to provide timely and relevant information to the RC and the ROWCA Head of Office on all urgent and  important humanitarian issues with regional implications.
6. Keep abreast of all key developments through regular monitoring and analysis of developments in the member states of ECOWAS and their impact on the humanitarian situation, regional early warning mechanism, development of regional and preparedness in a consistent and well-coordinated manner.
7. Provide regular feedback to ROWCA and use public information and advocacy tools (reports; updates, special bulletins; websites) to keep ECOWAS humanitarian department, the RC and the ROWCA Head of Office, abreast of humanitarian developments and support coordinating plans and resource mobilization efforts for humanitarian activities.
HOW TO APPLY
For More Details and How to Apply, Click Here
Application Deadline :
26-Jul-11

Opec Nigeria Recruits: Petroleum Industry Analyst

PETROLEUM INDUSTRY ANALYST
DEADLINE: 26 June 2011
OPEC’s mission is to help stabilise the oil market through coordination of national oil production policies and to help oil producers achieve a reasonable investment return. It further helps ensure stable oil supplies for consumers. The advertised post is located at the OPEC Secretariat in Vienna, Austria, headed by the Secretary General, who carries out the executive functions of the Organization.
JOB DIMENSIONS:
Within the Research Division, the Energy Studies Department is responsible for monitoring, analysing and forecasting world energy developments in the medium and long term and reporting thereon, in particular providing in-depth studies and reports on energy issues. It monitors developments and undertakes specific studies on energy demand and production-related technology, assessing implications for OPEC. It identifies and follows up key areas of energy-related emerging technologies and research and development (R&D), facilitates and supports planning and implementation of collaborative energy-related R&D programs of Member Countries, as well as identifies prospects for OPEC participation in major international R&D activities.  It carries out studies and reports on developments in the petroleum industry, providing effective tools for carrying out model-based studies of analyses and projections of energy supply/demand and downstream simulation. It elaborates OPEC Long Term Strategy and monitors, analyses and reports on relevant national or regional policies (fiscal, energy, trade and environmental), assessing their impacts on energy markets.
The Petroleum Industry Analyst studies and analyses medium to long-term strategies, plans, operations and performance of petroleum-related companies and assesses the impact on OPEC and on the medium to long-term oil outlook. In addition, he/she monitors and analyses developments in the petroleum industry structure and assesses their impact on OPEC.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES AND QUALIFICATIONS:
University degree (advanced degree preferred) in Economics, Finance or Engineering
A minimum of 8 years (6 years in case of an advanced degree) in the petroleum industry or in oil-related companies or institutions
Training/specialization in economic analysis, analysis of the financial performance of companies, analysis of company strategies, corporate planning and knowledge of oil companies’ operations along the value chain an asset
Analytical, communication and presentation skills.
STATUS AND BENEFITS:
Members of the Secretariat are international employees whose responsibilities are not national but exclusively international. In carrying out their functions they have to demonstrate the personal qualities expected of international employees such as integrity, independence and impartiality.
The post is at grade E reporting to the Head of Energy Studies Department. The compensation package, including expatriate benefits, is commensurate with the level of the post.
APPLICATIONS:
Applicants must be nationals of Member Countries of OPEC and should not be older than 58 years. OPEC has a policy of non-discrimination.
Applicants are requested to fill out the application form which can be received from their Country’s Governor for OPEC.
In order for applications to be considered, they must reach the OPEC Secretariat through the relevant Governor, not later than 26 June 2011.
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Partnership for Transforming Health Systems 2 (PATHS 2) Recruits: State Team Leader, Media Producer

 

Vacancies: State Team Leader, Media Producer

The Partnership for Transforming Health Systems 2 (PATHS 2), a DFID funded
programme in Nigeria, aims to improve the planning, financing and delivery of sustainable and replicable pro-poor health services for common health problems, focusing on six states and the federal government. PATHS2 is recruiting qualified professional staff to fill the positions based in Abuja, Lagos and Enugu.

Position: State Team Leader (Enugu)

Responsibilities

• The State Team Leader will be responsible for managing the State Team in Enugu and contributing to the overall performance of the Programme in reaching its objectives.
• S/he will oversee implementation, monitoring and review/reporting of PATHS2 programme outputs by drawing on the advice of the National Programme Technical Advisers, ensuring the implementation of the work of the State Team by drawing up, reviewing, and approving internal programme workplans and action plans and; setting out the funding framework for programme activities.
• S/he will establish and maintain an effective working relationship with officials in the State Ministry of Health and other key individuals in the government and with representatives of other aid agencies, the private sector and civil society groups in their respective state.
• S/he will provide technical support in the area of health service delivery and also be responsible for overall financial management of the project within the State.

Qualification Requirements

• Candidate must have Master’s Degree (minimum), or a PhD or MD (desirable), in Public Health, Management, or other relevant field.
• Six (6) years of relevant professional experience with a Masters Degree, or 4 years with a PHD or MD.
• Two or more years of international project management experience, preferably in Nigeria. Experience with DFID a plus.

Position: Media Producer (Abuja)

Responsibilities:

• Provide support to the Public Health Communication Specialist on the design and production of media products (Radio and Television) aimed at achieving the strategic public health communication objectives of PATHS2.
• Specifically the candidate will demonstrate the capacity to manage a post-production  studio for radio  and Television  production.
• Lead media production of PSA’s, documentaries, interactive magazine programs and other program formats for a variety of media platforms including the web and all social media. Design and implement media production and post-production training for radio and television.
• S/he must have excellent editing and post production skills, using a wide range of software’s. S/he will also take responsibility for archiving all PATHS 2 media products.

Qualification Requirements:

• Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree (B.sc) or its equivalent (minimum) or Master’s (M.sc) Degree (desirable), in Journalism, Communications, or other relevant field.
• Should have four years of experience as a media producer for a development organization relevant to the target area.

How to Apply
To be considered for the listed position, an applicant must submit his/her CV and an application letter that provide details of the applicant’s qualifications for the desired position to: hrjobs@paths2.org

In the subject line of the email, write the specific job title and location of the position you wish to apply for. Deadline for submission will be 20^th June 2011, Only qualified candidates will be contacted for

Partnership for Transforming Health Systems 2 (PATHS 2) Recruits: Contracts Manager, Project Drivers

Vacancies: Contracts Manager, Project Driver

The Partnership for Transforming Health Systems 2 (PATHS 2), a DFID funded
programme in Nigeria, aims to improve the planning, financing and delivery of sustainable and replicable pro-poor health services for common health problems, focusing on six states and the federal government. PATHS2 is recruiting qualified professional staff to fill the positions based in Abuja, Lagos and Enugu.


Position: Contracts Manager (Abuja)

Responsibilities

• S/he will manage the grant making, subcontracting, contracting and procurement process including performing a past performance review, conducting elements of pre-award survey.
• S/he will be responsible for sorting, filing, tracking, logging the applications received in response to Expression of Interest and grant solicitations.
• S/he will process all necessary documentations required under the regulation to awarding a grant or subcontracting to a selected applicant.
• S/he will monitor the status of Subcontract/Contracts procurement and track the status of obligations against each subcontract/Contracts/Procurement.

Qualification Requirements

• Candidate must have Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Management, Finance or other related field, plus at least 4 years of professional experience in, Grants/Subcontracts/Procurement Management.

Position: Project Driver (Abuja)

Responsibilities

• Performs the operations, maintenance and management of project vehicles, including routine maintenance, registration, tagging, as well as providing transportation for project activities for National/Federal Headquarters team.
• Performs project routine business in the specific state office, such as receiving and delivering official project documentation.

Qualification Requirements

• Include valid Nigerian driver’s license, plus at least six months prior experience in commercial driving, completion of Secondary School is highly desirable.
• Excellent driving record and experience in traveling through Abuja, Enugu, Kaduna, Kano, Lagos, Jigawa and other key cities.
• Ability to pass the DFID’s standard Driving test is desirable.

How to Apply
To be considered for the listed position, an applicant must submit his/her CV and an application letter that provide details of the applicant’s qualifications for the desired position to: hrjobs@paths2.org

In the subject line of the email, write the specific job title and location of the position you wish to apply for. Deadline for submission will be 20^th June 2011. Only qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Job Vacancy for Project Coordinator at UN Women

We require suitable qualified candidates to fill the position below:

Position:              Project Coordinator
Post Level:           SC
Duty Station:       Abuja
Type of Contract:         Services Contract

Background:
With the bilateral support of the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA), UN Women is implementing a two-year programme, Action to Promote the Legal Empowermen in the Context of HIV/AIDS, to reduce the vulnerability and mitigate the impact of HIV and AIDS on women in Sub-Saharan Africa through improved access to property and inheritance rights.

Ample research and evidence suggest that women who own properly or otherwise control economic assets tend to have higher incomes, a secure place to live and greater bargaining and decision-making power within their households. These factors enable women to better protect themselves from risks of HIV transmission and infection, to negotiate safer sex and to avoid the need to engage in transactional sex. At the same time, increasing economic assets and ensuring women’s rights through access and recourse to legal mechanisms empowers women living with or affected by HIV/AIDS to cope with the impact of AIDS on their families and communities, particularly after the loss of the main breadwinner.

To catalyze strategic action, UN Women established a small grants mechanism, the Fund for Women’s Property and Inheritance Rights in the Context of HIV/AIDS, targeting community-based and grassroots organizations and networks working at the intersection of women’s property and inheritance rights. A Call for  Proposals was launched in 2010 attracting nearly 650 applications. Of these, twenty grantees in nine countries in Sub-Saharan Africa have been selected.

UN Women is seeking a project Coordinator to coordinate and support the day-to-day management of the Fund at regional and country levels. S/he will report directly to the Fund Programme Manager. The Gender Equality and HIV/AIDS Section at HQ will provide programme oversight and technical guidance to the Fund Secretariat.

Responsibilities:
Fund Management

• Ensure and coordinate the provision of technical guidance to grantees with UN Women’s Gender Equality and HIV/AIDS Section and Africa Region as requested.
• Establish a roster of regional technical experts and consultants in the area of WPIR and HIV to support grantees’ programme implementation.
• Coordinate closely with sub-regional HIV/AIDS focal points, operations managers and finance officers to ensure efficient disbursement and to track funds for all grantees
• Create and maintain complete set of files for each grantee, including proposal, grant agreement, performance monitoring frameworks, monitoring reports, progress and financial reports, as well as key communications.
• Liaise with and coordinate communications with Sub-Regional Offices (SROs) and Country Offices (COs) on other requests for assistance and follow up.

Monitoring and Evaluation

• Coordinate with sub-regional M and E officers and Country the provision of technical assistance to grantees for the development of project-level performance monitoring frameworks
• Review grantees’ project-level performance monitoring frameworks to ensure alignment with guidelines and programme-level framework
• Coordinate with relevant Country Office local persons to monitor progress and to ensure grantee activities and outputs are in line with agreed workplans and programme. Ensure at least one monitoring visit to each grantee and timely submission of monitoring reports by Country Offices.
• Review reports and identify appropriate and timely follow up support

Provide relevant research, coordination and logistical support to evaluation team

Knowledge management and Communications

• Work closely with UN Women’s Gender Equality and HIV/AIDS Section to strengthen information information-sharing and organizational learning among and between grantees, SROS, Cos, UN Women and external partners
• In collaboration with Gender Equality and HIV/AIDS Section, explore and identify appropriate and relevant platforms of knowledge exchange as an opportunity for grantees to share project achievements, challenges and lessons learned with each other and to enable UN Women to provide substantive technical support
• Take the lead in initiating and facilitating lessons learning among grantees
• Contribute to the development of knowledge products. Provide and analyze qualitative evidence to demonstrate impact of grantee projects to UN Women’s various stakeholders and to stimulate learning about effective strategies for advancing women’s legal empowerment in the context of HIV/AIDS policy and programmes.
• Coordinate project visibility initiatives, including identifying appropriate forums for UN Women and/or grantees, providing support for their substantive participation, and conducting publicity and media outreach at national, regional giobal levels in conjunction with Gender Equality and HIV/AIDS Section, Africa Region and HQ Communications.

Donor Reporting

• Develop results-based reporting template and guidelines and disseminate to grantees via UN Women Country Offices.
• Work closely with country offices to ensure timely submission of grantees’ progress and financial mid-term and final reports
• Aggregale grantees’ results and draft comprehensive mid-term and final narrative donor reports for submission to Gender Equality and HIV/AIDS Section, liaising as necessary with country offices and/or grantees.

Competencies:
Corporate Competencies:

• Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN values and ethical standards
• Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNIFEM
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability
• Treats all people fairly without favoritism

Functional Competencies:

• Strong planning, goal setting and prioritization skills
• Results based management and quality delivery of outputs in accordance with time and budget
• Ability to lead and mobilize staff and partners towards shared goals
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with partners at all levels
• Strong interpersonal and diplomatic skills
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills and capacity to write clearly and concisely
• Solid IT skills
• Familiarity with UN Women and broad knowledge and understanding of the UN system

Qualifications:

• Advanced university degree in Political Science, International Development Studies, Law and/or Gender/Women’s Studies

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years of professional experience, including experience in formulation, management and evaluation of programmes in developing countries with a gender approach.
• Experience in coordinating donor projects and working with multiple implementing partners
• In-depth knowledge of programming on gender equality and HIV
• Familiarity with bilateral and multilateral donor organizations and civil society organizations
• Excellent organizational, process management, and coordination skills
• Proven experience in financial and administrative management functions
• Superior writing and communication skills.

Languages:
Fluency in English required
Proficiency French preferred

Duration
The consultancy will cover a period of 12 months, commencing June 2011

How to Apply:
Interested candidates should forward their updated CV and a short covering letter to unwomen.ng@unwomen.org (with subject line titled “WPIR-HIV Coordinator”) on or before 17^th May 2011. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

African Development Bank Group Recruits: Director - Operations Evaluation Department (OPEV)

• Position title: Director - Operations Evaluation Department (OPEV)
• Grade: EL4
• Position N°: NA
• Reference: ADB/11/034
• Publication date: 05/04/2011
• Closing date: 04/05/2011

Objectives

The mission of the Operations Evaluation Department (OPEV) of the African Development Bank (AfDB) is to help the Bank, through independent and influential evaluation, to foster sustainable growth and poverty reduction in Africa. OPEV contributes to the Bank’s corporate goals and overall development effectiveness by promoting accountability and learning through evaluation. The department conducts independent, systematic assessments of the relevance, efficiency, effectiveness, impact and sustainability of the Bank’s policies, strategies and operations. OPEV’s key objectives are: 

• To deliver high quality project and programme level evaluations;
• To deliver high quality thematic evaluations;
• To ensure knowledge management and dissemination;
• To support evaluation capacity development and training.

Duties and responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities of the OPEV Director are as follows:

• Provide overall leadership of the department, in particular supervising and guiding the department’s management team;
• Determine the department’s work objectives and lead preparation of OPEV’s work program, staffing plan and budget,ensuring a high level of relevance to the Bank’s business ;
• Present the departmental work program and budget to CODE for consideration;
• Ensure sound human resource management in the department, including timely planning, recruitment, performance appraisal and staff development; and directly supervise OPEV Division Managers and other staff reporting to the Director;
• Ensure sound financial management in the department, including systematic budget preparation, execution and reporting;
• Monitor implementation of the Department’s work program, particularly adherence to agreed Key Performance Indicators and the timely production of the various evaluation reports;
• Provide leadership in ensuring evaluations are executed efficiently and to high standards;
• Provide leadership in disseminating evaluation results through appropriate ways and means within the Bank and within regional member countries; in ensuring development and use of effective systems for managing evaluation results and knowledge; and ensuring that evaluation results are used effectively to promote accountability and to provide useful lessons for improving future operations;
• Coordinate effective input of evaluation evidence in preparation and review of policies and operations, and participate as an observer in senior management meetings as appropriate;  
• Oversee the analysis, updating and improvement of the post-evaluation system and methodology, including systematic selection of operations and topics for independent evaluation; and ensure coherence with the Bank’s systems of supervision, self-evaluation and results reporting;
• Monitor, compare and exchange evaluation results and methodologies particularly in the context of the DAC Evaluation Network Group and the Evaluation Cooperation Group of the Multilateral Development Banks;
• Report to CODE on delivery of the OPEV work programme, and in particular on the extent to which OPEV recommendations have been accepted and implemented.

Selection Criteria

Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience

• •    At least Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• •    At least 10 years of highly relevant experience, 5 of which should be at a managerial level.
• A solid knowledge of social, economic and development issues in Africa.
• Strong analytical skills and knowledge of analytical methods.
• Strategic mindset and capacity to translate strategic thinking into a compelling plan of action.
• Demonstrated ability to take prudent business risks and make effective, timely and well-determined decisions, taking due account of stakeholder interests and perceptions.
• Commitment to a high level of integrity and ethical standards, with an ability to inspire trust.
• Evidence of ability to build and lead motivated and committed teams across functional boundaries, and utilize the talent and expertise of team members in a productive way.
• Demonstrated ability to present and win support for ideas, drawing on relevant evidence.
• Excellent listening skills and cultural sensitivity, a clear commitment to diversity and capacity to initiate and manage innovation and change.
• Ability to build partnerships with a broad range of clients and deliver results that meet the needs and long term interests of clients within and outside the institution.
• Competence in the use of Bank standard software (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint).
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English or French with a working knowledge of the other.

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• Submitted by: Mohamed Mahdi YOUSSOUF, Division Manager, CHRM.1
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African Bank Development Group Recruits; Senior Secretary (GS 6) / Secretary (GS 5) - Several Departments and Divisions

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• Position title: Senior Secretary (GS 6) / Secretary (GS 5) - Several Departments and Divisions
• Grade: GS-5 / GS-6
• Position N°: NA
• Reference: ADB/11/039
• Publication date: 08/04/2011
• Closing date: 09/05/2011

Objectives

The African Development Bank is recruiting Secretaries who will report to Division Managers and Directors, and provide assistance for a wide range of administrative and operational tasks.  He/She will oversee the smooth operation of the offices’ support work and related systems by assuming responsibility for the organization and coordination of work flow as well as reviewing, processing and executing a variety of resource management transactions.  He/She will liaise with the Bank Group offices across Africa as well as with various services within the Bank’s headquarters and assure efficient communication and coordination of activities.

Duties and responsibilities

Under the overall supervision of the Division Manager and Directors, the incumbent will provide administrative support and secretarial services, and carry out the following duties:

• Devise and maintain efficient office systems;
• Organize and attend to multiple meetings, appointments, luncheons and events to ensure that responsible management is well prepared;
• Organize meetings on the basis of the Division Manager’s/Director’s schedule while preparing relevant documents and the necessary logistics and facilities;
• Track and follow up on documents, deal with faxes and general correspondence and briefs;
• Manage the flow of information by receiving, examining, sorting and monitoring the Division’s incoming and outgoing mail, taking into account the priority and urgency of the documents concerned; organize logical filing of this correspondence.;
• Handle incoming and outgoing telephone-calls;
• Establish and update the agenda and electronic mail address book; Drafting of mail and documents, in conformity with administrative instructions;
• Draft memoranda and acknowledgement letters to be submitted, along with their background documents, for the Division Manager’s/Director’s signature;
• Prepare minutes of meetings and briefs;
• Ensure the translation of documents;
• Prepare and administratively follow-up on the missions of the Division Manager/Director and staff of the Division (airline tickets, visas, hotel reservations, follow-up of per diem payments, transport reservation);
• Make necessary arrangements for visiting delegations;
• Provide general administrative support for the Department by liaising with the General Services and Procurement Department (CGSP) in respect of office accommodation, allocation of office furniture, equipment and supplies as allocated in the Department;
• Request for repair and maintenance works and follow-up to ensure that such works have been satisfactorily carried out;
• Initiate and prepare various administrative documents and forms, such as staff lists, staff absences (annual leave, home, leave, excused absence and maternity leave) as well as statistical data on staff, as required;
• Create and process expense reports in SAP;
• Be conversant with DACON application and procurement rules in regards to the hiring of consultants;
• Monitor and review expenses and bring issues related to administrative budget to the attention of management;
• Assist where applicable with the programming of operational activities by using the appropriate software.
• All other secretarial and administrative duties as required.

This Position Does Not Attract International Terms and Conditions

(Incumbents of the post will be considered as local staff and will therefore not have international status)

Selection Criteria

Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience

• A minimum of a Bachelors degree in Business Management, Commerce, Administration or related discipline, preferably supplemented with courses in secretarial training/administration/office management, e.g. Pitmans, ‘Brevet de Technicien Supérieur’ in secretarial studies (BTS), “DUT”, etc.
• Preferably a minimum of four (4) years of progressively relevant and practical experience, in an executive office (preferably gained with an international organisation).
• Strong customer service skills, good organisational and planning skills, ability to multitask, attention to detail and ability to work with a diverse workforce.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and French, with a good working knowledge of the other language.
• Excellent use of Bank standard software (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, SAP).
• Strong typing skills.
• Excellent sense of initiative, enthusiasm, team spirit, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• High sense of confidentiality; in-depth knowledge of the Institution.

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• Submitted by: Mohamed YOUSSOUF, Division Manager CHRM.1
• Approved by: Gemina O. ARCHER-DAVIES, Director, CHRM

Only applicants who fully meet the Bank's requirements and are being considered for interview will be contacted. Applicants will only be considered if they submit an online application, and attach a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). The AfDB President reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level. The African Development Bank is an equal opportunities employer and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply: www.afdb.org/jobs

African Bank Development Group Recruits: Disbursement Assistant - Loans Disbursment Division

• Position title: Disbursement Assistant - Loans Disbursement Division
• Grade: GS.08
• Position N°: NA
• Reference: ADB/11/040
• Publication date: 08/04/2011
• Closing date: 09/05/2011

Objectives

NA

Duties and responsibilities

Under the direct supervising of a Disbursement Officer the Incumbent is responsible for the first level approval of requests from borrowers for payments and plays a key role in ensuring the efficiency and accuracy of processing:

Disbursement Transaction Processing:

• Analyze borrowers’ requests for disbursements and the supporting documentation to determine whether they comply with Bank’s policies and procedures.  
• Review and recommend changes to disbursement systems, policies and procedures to promote timeliness, accuracy and efficiency in processing while maintaining appropriate internal controls.
• Draft clear and concise correspondence on disbursement-related issues.

Project Management:

• Liaise with concerned departments and external stakeholders to resolve disbursement issues promptly.
• Monitor borrowers’ utilization of special account funds, ensuring that the funds are properly accounted for and used in accordance with Bank procedures.
• Participate in disbursement supervision missions with emphasis on application preparation and use of special accounts and statements of expenditure.  
• Contribute to improving efficiency of disbursement operations by ensuring that records and reports are properly maintained and updated at all times.
• Participate in technical discussions and loan negotiations to ensure that disbursement arrangements are compliant with Bank Group disbursement policies.
• Provide input on audit reviews, and monitor borrower compliance with audit findings

Capacity Building/Client Support

• Participate in training of operational Bank staff and borrowers.
• Participate in the design of materials for disbursement seminars.
• Respond to questions regarding disbursement procedures.
• Coach and mentor new Disbursement Assistants (DAs) on disbursement procedures.
• Perform client support activities associated with the payment process

Departmental/Divisional Tasks

• Participate in departmental/divisional task forces.
• Identify issues relating to disbursement policies, procedures and guidelines and recommend actions or enhancements.
• Undertake ad-hoc assignments at the discretion of the Division Manager.
• Participate in the review of project documents such as Appraisal Reports, Country Strategy Papers, Project Completion Reports and provide input to supervisors.

This Position Does Not Attract International Terms and Conditions

(Incumbents of the post will be considered as local staff and will therefore not have international status)

Selection Criteria

Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience

• A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Accounting. Membership to an internationally recognized professional accounting body would be an advantage.
• At least 6 years experience in accounting preferably in a computerized environment of a large organization.
• Good understanding of basic general accounting concepts and principles, and their application.
• Analytical skills, with strong numerical ability, and attention to detail.
• Good interpersonal  and communication skills.
• Fluency in English and/or French with a working knowledge of the other
• Competent in the use of standard software (Word, Excel, Access, and Power Point). Knowledge of SAP will be an advantage

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• Submitted by: Mohamed M. YOUSSOUF. Division Manager, CHRM.1
• Approved by: Gemina Oluremi ARCHER-DAVIES , Director, CHRM

Only applicants who fully meet the Bank's requirements and are being considered for interview will be contacted. Applicants will only be considered if they submit an online application, and attach a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). The AfDB President reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level. The African Development Bank is an equal opportunities employer and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply: www.afdb.org/jobs

African Bank Development Group Recruits; Senior Job Classification Officer

• Grade: PL-5
• Position N°: NA
• Reference: ADB/11/046
• Publication date: 11/04/2011
• Closing date: 26/04/2011

Objectives

Administer Bank’s classification programme to support an efficient implementation of the Bank’s compensation and Benefit policy consistent with its policy to recruit, motivate and retain staff that meet the requirements of high professional excellence; determine appropriate salary and allowances level for Bank staffs through periodic surveys and classification of positions

Duties and responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Division Manager of Compensation, Benefits & Compliance Division, the incumbent will carry out the following duties and responsibilities:

• Administer the Bank’s job evaluation system with responsibility for the day-to-day coordination of related processes and activities
• Provide guidance, advice, and technical support to Directors and managers on the application of job classification polies and procedures, including preparing and providing training sessions to managers on the Bank’s job classification system and the writing of job descriptions
• Respond to Departments’ requests for assistance in the preparation of job documentation or the resolution of evaluation-related issues.  Review and analyze requests for the grading of new positions and regarding of existing positions and provide recommendations and advice to Departments concerning the grades and related matters
• Develop and provide grade recommendations, all necessary supporting documentation and information
• Review vacancy announcements to ensure conformity with the content of corresponding job descriptions; review requirements and job content of Technical Assistant positions as required, determine the grade equivalencies, and communicate them to recruiters to facilitate hiring decisions
• Provide technical support and supervise the maintenance of administrative control systems. Monitor their application and initiate or recommend improvements to ensure their effective operation
• Undertake salary surveys for the GS Category (support staff) of the headquarter offices, including identifying comparator organizations for the survey
• Carry out salary analyses/calculations based on salary scales of comparator organizations and recommend salary adjustments based on those calculations and on the salary practices of comparator organizations, internal compensation objectives, recruitment objectives and budget constraints. Ensure maintenance of all information required for salary review
• Undertake special organizational studies in the Bank e.g. for the establishment of a new department, or the proposed restructuring of a department and provide advice on the writing of job descriptions and the grading of positions
• Ensure day-to-day organization management in SAP and supervise the Job Classification Assistants
• Undertake other duties as required

Selection Criteria

Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience

• Master’s Degree or equivalent in Human Resources Management, Organizational Development, Business Administration, Public Sector Management, or related disciplines
• At least five (5) years’ experience in compensation and job evaluation. Certification in job evaluation is highly desirable
• Knowledge and experience in Organizational Effectiveness
• Strong client orientation and the ability to build and manage relationships at all levels
• Demonstrated capacity to work in a team-based multicultural environment. Perception and understanding of differences across cultures, nationalities, and gender
• Demonstrated capacity to work effectively in a fast-paced, demanding professional environment, and to deal with multiple tasks and deadline, working independently and with minimal supervision
• Very strong analytical skills
• Very strong planning and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Competence in the use of standard MS Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project, Access). Knowledge of SAP would be an advantage
• Ability to communicate in English and/or French, and a working knowledge of the other language

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• Submitted by: Mohamed Youssouf, Division Manager, CHRM.1
• Approved by: Gemina Archer-Davies, Director, CHRM

Only applicants who fully meet the Bank's requirements and are being considered for interview will be contacted. Applicants will only be considered if they submit an online application, and attach a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). The AfDB President reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level. The African Development Bank is an equal opportunities employer and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply: www.afdb.org/jobs