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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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
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Application Deadline :
26-Jul-11

Job Vacancy for Mental Health Advisor at a Non - Governmental Organisation (NGO)

CBM an international NGO which works to improve the welfare of persons with disabilities. We have an extensive network of mental health programmes in Nigeria and internationally, and are looking for an enthusiastic, hard-working mental health specialist with an interest in public and community mental health to further develop this work.

Position:     Mental Health Advisor

The position is based in Makurdi, Benue State but with national responsibilities. It will include training, project supervision and evaluation, and supporting research. CBM takes staff development seriously and will invest in professional development.

A successful applicant will require the following skills:

• Experience of training, managing and supervising others.
• Ability to manage finances and to support others in doing so.
• Ability to liaise with external agencies including government.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; includes ability to make presentations, write letters, produce financial and other reports and training materials.
• Confident in use of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Qualifications:

• Psychiatrist (Medical Doctor with further training in psychiatry) or
• Public Health Doctor with significant experience in mental health work

How to Apply:
If you are interested in this exciting opportunity please apply with your CV by
E-mail to: Dr Julian Eaton, Mental Health Advisor, West Africa E-mail: julian.eaton@cbm-westafrica.org

Please ensure you give evidence in your CV and covering letter on how you meet the skills and qualifications for the job.

Closing date: on 14^th May 2011.

Vacancy for Administrative Officers at a Non- Governmental Organisation (NGO)

Our organization is a Non-Governmental body with bias for good governance. We are currently recruiting qualified and result oriented candidates for immediate employment:

Position:     Administrative Officers

Requirements:

• The candidates must have a good first Degree/ HND in any field,
• Must have a strong interest in the political process and policy formulation,
• Good understanding of international affairs and global practices;
• Must be computer literate (MS Word, MS PowerPoint & others)
• Good communication skills and proficiency in English and Yoruba is essential and other Nigerian languages would be an advantage
• Age between 23-30
• Ability to work unsupervised, good attitude to carry out tasks and willingness to work at odd hours

Method of Application
Interested applicant should forward their C.Vs to:
5twelve09@gmail.com on or before 7^th April 2011

Vacancy for Senior Programme Manager at a Non- Governmental Organisation (NGO)

An Abuja based NGO focused on good governance and democracy, requires the services of the below professional:

Position: Senior Programme Manager

who will join in coordinating the Organization’s activities including design and implement programmes, provide administrative and programmatic leadership, including fund raising, budget and report preparation for consideration and approval by the Executive Director, and generally carry out all duties and tasks as may be assigned him/her by         the Executive Director.

Qualification:

• Applicant must possess an Advanced university degree, including a first degree (B.Sc) in Law, Social Science or the Arts,
• Should have at least 5 years work experience. Previous work experience with a CSO or grassroots organizations is a plus.

To Apply
Interested candidates should send cover letter application and detailed CV on or before 25^th March, 2011 by email to abujastaff@yahoo.com

Private Sector Programme Manager at Oxfam Nigeria NGO Job

Level: C2 National
Oxfam Purpose
To work with others to find lasting solutions to poverty and suffering.

Team Purpose
The Private Sector Programme for Nigeria seeks to support build strategic links with the private sector actors in order to improve the incomes and livelihood of smallholder farmers, producers and processors engaged in Agriculture related ventures.
Job Purpose
The Private Sector Manager will play a central role in the Oxfam team by creating a new generation of collaboration between Oxfam and the private sector. The Manager will drive new relations and forms of engagement with companies to reduce poverty. The post will lead Oxfam’s thinking on the role of the private sector, income and food security. Whilst driving forward strategically important programmes in local value chains. These engagements will be designed to deliver increased Income, promote women’s rights and reduce risk, for people living in poverty.
The post holder will drive learning on how to engage business and on how to develop country level private sector strategies and feed into the region.
Reporting Lines
Post holder reports to: Country Director
Staff reporting to this post: None
Budget Responsibilities:
The post holder will manage project budgets
Dimensions

• Responsibility to develop long-term vision and strategic planning to achieve significant impact on people’s livelihoods through engagement with the private sector.
• Produce, assimilate, analyze and use information from varied and diverse sources to provide in-depth analysis on the private sector and its links to sustainable livelihoods in Nigeria
• Facilitate set up. of private sector pilots that will link Oxfam’s livelihoods/development initiatives to social enterprise
• Integrate programme information from varied and diverse sources with Oxfam’s policy and advocacy strategy
• Engage with key private sector and governmental actors to identity potential private sector opportunities that have the capacity to contribute to Oxfam’s mission
• Strategic engagement, relationship development {strengthening, and negotiation with potential stakeholders in the private, governmental and NGO sectors on relevant issues including CSRs
• Facilitate the country programme linkage with the private sector, creating a sustainable enterprise development empowerment through influencing private sector policies.
• Decision-making IS strategic and operational with judgment based on specific problem solving experience and a range of external and internal factors.
• Manage and influence significant external relationships on policy and advocacy issues.
• Programme design and implementation supervision, working with and influencing others.
• Requires understanding of one programme approach integrating Private sector programming with other sectors.
• Requires control of Oxfam GS quality standards and ethical rules to ensure compliance of private sector work to those.
• Understanding of gender relations as they relate to enterprise development. 

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake contextual analyses of emerging livelihoods issues that impact enterprise developmen
• To develop and deliver the Country’s strategy for engaging the private sector that will be informed and fully integrated into the countries strategy for engaging the private sector and will promote and manage business development.
• To support initial pilot projects within the program and then replicate successful projects Support the development and implementation of the country Private Sector Programme activities in line with the agreed guidelines and procedures.
• To assist with the research, planning and delivery of the engagement of the private sector strategy in align with Oxfam’s aims and objectives.
• Facilitate linkage with strategic private sector actors in order to access financial support for programs in the livelihood domain
• Work with governments to work towards a more enabling environment for private sector
• Facilitate innovative projects that have access to knowledge and technology and have the potential to provide key services such as finance and market access to those living in areas that have minimal infrastructure
• Produce and submit periodic programme progress reports on supported projects;
• Support fundraising with programme information and proposal writing
• Ensure that gender analysis is applied across all levels of planning and delivery Assist.
• Collect and maintain Programme outcomes data: activities, contacts. and results for capitalization, learning and communication in partnership with other Oxfam programme teams.
• Ensure synergy with other Oxfam programs.

Skills and Competence

• Minimum Bachelor Degree (Master preferred) in Economics. Business. Development, Project Management or similar related to economic development sector with at least five (5) years of experience;
• Understanding of private sector operations and dynamics
• Broad grasp of livelihoods issues with specific understanding of business (marketing) and economy of Nigeria – Familiarity with urban and rural production systems and the process of value addition and commercialization;
• Understanding of development policy issues, context, dilemmas. challenges and ways of working;
• Strong analytical and writing skills to a standard that will pass scrutiny by high-level decision makers; ability to crystallize Issues in complex situations.
• Work experience in Partnership building and in Corporate Social Responsibility;
• Track record in policy influencing and knowledge of relevant national. regional and international institutions;
• Project management skills
• Knowledge of capacity building of women in enterprise;
• Ability to listen. communicate and work with small urban and rural entrepreneurs

Application Deadline
22nd March, 2011
Method of Application:
Qualified candidates should submit their CV and cover note to: abujahr@oxfam.org.uk  using the job title as subject of email
Oxfam GB is an equal employer of labour, suitable candidate living with HIV/AIDS or person with disability will have an added advantage. Women are encouraged to apply.

Administration Coordinator at Action Against Hunger (NGO Job)

Administration Coordinator Job Vacancies at Action Against Hunger International Humanitarian Organization
Location: Nigeria – Abuja
Job Objectives:
Objective 1: Mission’s Finance department is properly set-up and coordinated (with the temporary support of Finance & HR Coordinator)
Activities :

• To set up and ensure proper financial management, in liaison with the Managing HQ and CD:

• Collaborate intensively with all staff to ensure the most effective management of contracts

• Collaborate intensively with all staff to efficiently forecast the budgetary needs of the mission

• Producing monthly accounts using the accountancy program SAGA and methodology of AAH/USA

• Controlling the expenses of the mission and strictly manage the funds of the mission’s donor contracts

• Provision of updates on rate of expenditure of budgets

• Controlling bank transfers, money withdrawal, ‘in country’ cash management, currency exchanges, etc

• Security of the money in the premises and during transfers into and within the country ensuring that a minimum of cash remains in the bases and the mission in general

• Coordinate with all staff to establish budgets (and budget amendments if necessary) for new proposals thereby requiring superior knowledge of donor policy and guidelines

• Producing quarterly and final financial reports for donors (and follow-up of Structure budget as necessary)

• Ensuring the correct filing of invoices of the mission’s accounts

• Preparation of reports / information for Auditors (when necessary) and conduct internal audits of the mission itself

• Communicate all expatriate advances to Headquarters and ensure that they have been properly encoded in the accountancy

• Follow the mission’s payables and receivables to certify that the organization remains up-to-date

• Create and implement a mission financial plan
• To set up and ensure proper administrative management, in liaison with PM / Field Co / Tech Co / CD

• Ensure adherence to the administrative and financial conditions of the Donor contracts

• Remain up-to-date with any changes in donor requirements and to be the reference point for donor questions for the mission

• Maintain relations (regarding administrative issues) with other NGOs / international organizations in country

• Negotiation, drafting / checking, and signature, of contracts for renting / purchases / services

• Contract management for all ongoing contracts

• Registration of Organization – ensure adherence to ongoing requirements and procedures

Qualifications:
Education / Specific Degrees / Special Skills :

• Strong financial background (accountancy or financial management). Ability to analyze budgets and make financial forecasts.
• Staff management experience and strong HR Management skills
• Rigorous organizational (definition of priorities, delegation, training)
• Good computer skills (Word, Excel, Accountancy packages, and system management)
• Initiative and flexibility – and wider vision of further impact of the administrative issues
• Ability to adapt, multitask and deal with stressful situations
• Team player and good communication skills

Humanitarian field experience requested: YES
How to apply
Click here for more details and How to Apply
Reference Code: RW_8ELK57-23
Closing date: 17 Mar 2011

Country Director at Voluntary Services Overseas (VSO)

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Voluntary Service Overseas, VSO is a leading international development organisation that fights poverty through people. We deliver relevant and cost effective work that promotes volunteering to fight global poverty in over SO countries around the world.
In this role, you will play a key role in leading and delivering VSOs new strategy, People First .
At VSO, we believe that people are the best agents of change and in this role we II look to you to lead the Programme Office and maximise the impact of VSO s contribution to combating poverty and disadvantage in the region through a period of change and growth. This will involve not only working with strategic partners to shape VSOs goals in country, but also supporting our volunteers and managing our people, as well as taking responsibility for the financial and resource management and legal compliance. In addition to your strategic impact you will work to raise the profile of VSO, networking with government agencies, donors and other international agencies, championing our values and visions at all times.
Job Title: Country Director
An experienced Country Director, you must certainly have experience of managing development or humanitarian programmes at a senior management level successfully, and be able to use your excellent leadership, negotiation and relationship building skills to implement VSOs strategy and development initiatives.
Your project management ability will mean that all programmes will be planned, resourced and implemented and your financial strengths and experience of securing external funding and grants will be key to your success.
Your excellent communication and relationship building skills will be complemented by your former experience.
Remuneration
A competitive remuneration package which takes into account the relevant labour market in the development sector will be offered to the most suitable candidate.
Method of Application
Please send your application – composed of a statement (of not more than two pages) explaining why you meet the person specifications, and are the ideal candidate for the job; and a CV ( of not more than five pages) .
Applications should be sent recruitment@vso.org.uk .Please include telephone and email contact and details of three referees (one of whom should be your current or most recent employer). Also include details of your current total remuneration package.
VSO, an equal opportunity employer, values inclusion and seeks to have a diverse workforce and therefore welcomes applicants from all sections of the community.
Application Deadline 25th February 2011 at 12pm
Please see our website for specific information on each of our country programmes.
www.vso.org.uk

Non - Governmental Organisation (NGO) Recruits: Senior Program Manager, Development Communication Specialist

Vacancies: Senior Program Manager, Development Communication SpecialistA Non Governmental Organization based in the Niger Delta, Nigeria with diverse local and international funding requires the services of the below positions.
Position:     Senior Program Manager

Job Responsibilities
The Senior Program Manager will be responsible for the day to day management activities of programs, which involve creating, and managing program content and initiatives. The Senior Program Manager shall report directly to the Executive Director. The Senior Program Manager will supervise all program staff and liaise with finance and administration staff for the smooth implementation of organization programs and activities.
Skills and Competencies required

• Grant writing and proposal development experience
• Ability to develop and deliver training to achieve program objectives
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Outstanding communications ability, both orally and in writing
• Innovative and creative thinking
• Flexibility, as well as the ability to work independently
• Experience and proficiency in public presentations and appearances
• Prior experience in program management at a Non-Governmental organization
• Computer literacy, knowledge of standard word processing, presentation and spreadsheet software, experience in the use of SPSS will be an added advantage.

Other Requirements

• Must be able and willing to travel extensively on a local, regional or international basis, to meet with donors, oversee program implementation or attend conferences related to the organization’s programs.
• A minimum of 5 years of work experience at a senior level in a Non Governmental organization in a developing country.
• A master’s degree in international development, social work, public administration, political science or in a related field.

Position:     Development Communication Specialist
The candidate must have:

• A first degree or HND in Mass Communication; A Masters degree will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 3 years post NYSC experience in relevant areas.
• Ability to write a flawless news release.
• Good report writing skills
• Previous NGO experience will be an added advantage
• Good creative writing skills.
• Good understanding of dynamics of the media.
• Sound knowledge of development communication
• Sound knowledge of compute skills in Microsoft including Word and Publisher, as well as Corel Draw.

Both positions provide competitive compensation commensurate with experience, comparable to international scale positions.
Method of Application
Interested applicants should send resume and cover letter to office@nidprodev.org or by hand to Plot 211 PTI Road, fashion-En-Vogue Building, by Masoje Estate, Effurun Warri Delta State Nigeria. On or before 8^th February 201