Posted on: Wed 22-05-2013

Association for Reproductive and Family Health (ARFH) is one of the leading Nigerian Non-Governmental Organization implementing programs for improving Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH). Care and Treatment of HIV/AIDS Tuberculosis (TB) and Malaria etc.

We offer professionals opportunities for career advancement, good working environment and competitive remuneration. We seek applications from qualified persons for the following positions in our USAID funded STEER Project for Vulnerable Children and their families in parts of Northern Nigeria:

Position: Senior Organizational Development Advisor (Location: Kaduna).

This position will manage Partner relationships and coordinate activities of the Organizational Development Specialists in five project States (Bauchi, Kaduna. Kano, Plateau and Sokoto). 

The key activities include strengthening the capacity of States & local Governments (LGAs). CSOs and immunities, to increase access of vulnerable Children and their families to comprehensive quality services and utilization, in a sustainable manner.

Specific Responsibilities:

Develop work plans, supervise implementation and evaluate performance in line with the overall project objectives
Provide leadership in the Capacity Assessment of State MDAs, LGAs, CSOs and evolve appropriate strategies to address identified gaps for improved performance
Serve as a resource to all stakeholders and partners in the implementation of the project
Coordinate project reports from the States, ensure good programmatic and financial practices.
Review training plans and align same to meet capacity needs at States. LGA and Community levels
Leads Advocacy to the Public and Private sectors to generate support for Vulnerable Children
Provide technical assistance and support to States and LGAs in the implementation of the project, to promote ownership and sustainability
Institutionalize Quality Improvement Standards in the project.
 
Qualifications

A degree in social sciences, Health, Development Studies or related disciplines.
Possession of higher degrees-MPH. Ph.D will be added advantage. Preference will be given to candidates with proven experiences in OVC and/or HIV/AIDS programming and familiar with the local context.
A minimum of 6 years cognate work experience with 3 years at Advisor/Team Leader level in organizational development, system strengthening and/or implementation of projects for vulnerable children in Nigeria.
Computer skills in MS Office Suite applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and good communication skills.
Knowledge of the local language and culture will be added advantage.

General Information:

Applicants should send their comprehensive curriculum Vitae and cover letter in ONLY one attachment (MSWord document) explaining suitability for the job: to [email protected]  on or before 30th May, 2013

Only short listed applicants will be contacted.

Applicants are advised to provide their functional mobile phone numbers on the application letter.

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