The Health Reform Foundation of Nigeria (HERON)is an independent. non-profit. non-governmental Organization established by a group of reform-minded Nigerians in response to the deplorable health system in Nigeria and the health status of Nigerians. HERFON is a national membership organization which cuts across all strata of society. The main purpose of the organization is to define reform agendas within the health sector in Nigeria, independently or in
collaboration with government and other key stakeholders, using advocacy as its main approach.
HERFON has its Headquarters in Abuja with chapters in all 36 states and the FCT. The Abuja office now wishes to recruit self-motivated professionals to fill the following positions:
1 Job Title: Executive Secretary(ES) HERFON seeks a competent, dynamic and charismatic Executive Secretary who must have administrative. strategic and technical management skills so that he or she can initiate, promote, facilitate, support and monitor sustainable health sector reform initiatives in line with National health priorities. He or she must have the necessary communication and negotiation Skills for the mobilization of resources (local and foreign); and their equitable application in attaining HERFON objectives. The job holder must also be capable of playing advocacy and leadership roles in all sectors of HERFON activities. HERFON being a membership organization. he or she must be acoessible to the Foundation's membership. Reporting to the HERFON Board, the Executive Secretary is accountable for the overall leadership, executive management, strategiC directions. partnerships. and institutional sucoess of HERFON. and for ensuring its efficient and effective operation.
The successful candidate should have an in-depth knowledge of the Nigerian Health System/Sector. He or she must possess an advanced university degree in
Health Sciences. An additional postgraduate degree or diploma in public health, development studies, business administration or management will be an advantage. The candidate must also have a minimum 10 - 15 years managerial experience with the emphasis on strategy and leadership as well as 7 - 10 years minimum experience in the health sector. He or she must have work experience with Development Partners and the Donor Community for at least 3 - 5 years. Work as a Change Agent and/or at managerial level in NGOs will be an added advantage.
2 Job TItle: Programme Manager (PM):
The candidate for this position will be responsible for all Projects in HERFON. This position requires a graduate in Medical Sciences or Health related field. The candidate is required to have good understanding of Health Systems, Immunization Systems. HIV/AIDS systems and other public health priorities. A good understanding of Nigeria Health Sector Reform programme would be an advantage. A good IT skills and previous experience in donor programmes is necessary. He I She should have good analytical and interpersonal skills. This is a senior position in the organization hence the candidate is required to have previous Programmes experience with demonstrable competency and skills in project execution. He I She should have at least 10 years post graduation experience. 5 of which should be at the senior position in the Health Sector. Experience in Intemational programme would be an advantage. Our ideal person should a team player. have drive. energy and good personal appearance.
4 Job Title: Health Policy and Research Manager (HPRM):
The position holder will drive the generation of evidence for HERFON programmes and activities. as well as recommend and make available the latest and
relevant health research for updating the HERFON Resource Center. He I She will also ensure that HERFON research articles are published regularly in
National, Regional and International Health Journals and will be the key staff member for the Coordination of the National Health Review publications and issues related to health policy activities of the Foundation.
Person Specifications:
» Possession of an advanced degree in Public Health. Social Science Of Biological Sciences
» Demonstrable track Record of Publishing Health Research Publication(Minimum of 5)
» Must Have demonstrable skill in technical writing, especially policy briefs.
» Must have experiecnce in Health Policy Analysis and Research Methodology.
» Must have strong IT sills and have experience with SPSS or other data analytical software.
» At least 5 years post-qualification experience in the health sector preferred
» Must be self-starter and a team player
» Must be energetic and have a position for Health Reform.
Salary (for each position): Competitive and Attractive
Method of Application
All applications must be submitted electronically via email marked with reference "HERFON/RECRIUTMENT/2016."
Applicants must provide a one-page application letter stating their reasons for applying and how they envision leading HERFON should they be given the opportunity.
Applicants must also attach a comprehensive and up to date curriculum vitae (not longer than five pages, typed single-spacing). providing personal details,
education and training. work experience. professional affiliations. and key publications. They should also indicate timing of their availability to assume duties should they be offered the position, as well as salary expectation. Application should be sent to info@herfon.org.ng. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. -
(Only In very exceptional case(s) of internet challenge would hard copy application ba accepted)
Note: All Application Must be received No later than Two(2)weeks after date of Publication.
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