Job Openings at Premiere Urgence Internationale (PUI)

Locations: Monguno, Borno
Starting Date: ASAP

General Objectives

• Under the direct supervision of the Health/Nutrition PM, the Stabilization Centre (SC) Doctors will be responsible for the overall and day to day management of Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM) at PUI Stabilization Centre (SC) in Monguno PHCC.
• S/he will be in charge for the overall support and direct supervision of the SC staffs including SC Nurses and SC Nurse Assistants.
• S/he will closely work with the Health/Nutrition PM for the planning, organizing, implementing and monitoring of agreed nutrition activities in line with donor agreements and ensures maximum quality for the treatment of SAM complications in accordance with the national and international standards and protocols and with the quality standards of the organization.

Responsibilitis and Tasks
Medical Functions:

• Carry out daily ward rounds in the morning and evening with SC nurses and ensure patients are visited as appropriately. Fill the notes on patient cards after the ward rounds or any other patient examination or procedures
• Supervise the daily clinical management of SC patients and follow the SC protocols for the medical care of the SAM with the medical complications
• Monitor and ensure patients are receiving comprehensive health checks, regular checking of vital signs and frequent medicines and feeding administration according to the protocols
• Undertake emergency procedures as required (including resuscitation), taking the lead as necessary
• Liaise with SC Nurses regularly (at least every 3-4 hours) to check on patient progress, or more frequently if the need arises and respond to calls from the ward relating to patient care
• Ensure regular procedure like taking blood samples, providing IV medications and other necessary procedures are done timely with if required him/her carries as necessary
• Ensure timely preparation, provision and monitoring of feeding for the patients admitted in the SC
• Facilitate and perform decisions on admission and referrals to/from the SCs properly
• Ensure that SC beneficiaries, caretakers and members of the community are treated respectfully at all times.

Team management:

• Ensure that all the SC team  is familiar with and respect all the PUI Internal rules and regulations
• Plan and maintain work plan, schedules and rotations for the SC team
• Provide capacity building and training to the Nutrition team in collaboration with the Nutrition PM.
• Provide regular mentoring and on-the-job training for the staffs in the SC ward including SC Nurses, SC Nurse Assistant and staffs in the pediatric ward involved in the treatment of SAM with complication patients
• Plan, organize and follow up the weekly and monthly implementation chart, after being endorsed by the Nutrition PM.
• Plan and maintain working schedules/rotations for the SC team.

Monitoring and Reporting:

• Ensure proper organization and functioning of the Stabilization Center in compliance with the goals defined in the project proposals
• Ensure that the SC team are following up proper implementation protocols and applying them according to international and national recommendations and guidelines through monitoring and technical assistance
• Monitor day to day activities of the Stabilization Center
• Ensure the collection, compilation and analysis of quality data and product the required reports for the SC activities including weekly and monthly reports.
• Report the progress and any problem in timely manner.

Logistical and Administrative Support:

• In coordination with the Health/Nutrition PM, Logistics Department and Base Pharmacist, ensure appropriate supply plan on weekly basis principle, for the stabilization centers
• Ensure the proper storage of SC medical supplies, medicines and nutrition commodities
• Supervise the use of medicines, medical supplies, and nutrition-related commodities and data tools in the SC
• Provide, on a monthly basis, the Health/Nutrition PM with information necessary for the development of cash flow estimates specific to SC activities
• Support the Health/Nutrition PM for all the necessary planning and preparations to establishing SC in Monguno PHC like facility set-up, staff recruitment and selection process.

Internal and external coordination and representation:

• Network and coordinate with the relevant units with in the primary health care or other tertiary health facilities for issues that need further support for the patients
• When required, s/he represents PUI in coordination meetings and technical working groups for the relevant matters and contribute to the good relations with the project partners
• Build collaborative relations with MoH, WHO and other stakeholders to ensure a successful SC project
• Closely coordinate with the Nutrition teams in the OTP and in IYCF activities as well as other staffs in the Primary health care centers.
• The tasks and responsibilities defined in this job description are non-exhaustive and can evolve depending on the project’s needs.

Prioritities of the Department

• Support the opening and running of stabilization center in monguno phcc.
• Ensure nutrition activities are conducted in a quality manner complying with the national and international protocols.
• Set-up and enforce effective referral pathways within the pui nutrition components (cm, otp, sc and iycf) and with the other departments (health, fsl and protection) to assure pui integrated approach.
• Build the capacity of the nutrition team on thematic areas related to nutrition.

Mandatory Requirements
Education Degree:

• Qualified and registered national Medical Doctor from a recognized university with a valid practicing license from Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN)

Language Skills:

• Good command in English and in local Dialects: Hausa mandatory and Kanuri is a plus.

Computer Skills:

• Proficient user of MS office (including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

Work Experience:

• At least 2 years of progressive work experience with similar role as SC physician.
• Demonstrated understanding of the MOH systems and structure.
• Previous work of CMAM program and with humanitarian organizations is added plus.

Assets
Interests:

• Commitment to the NGO values and principles
• Understanding of the political situation in the area

Transversal Skills:

• Strong motivation to help people in need
• Ability to adapt or change priorities according to the changing situation within a mission or the organization itself
• Understanding and capacity of integration into the local environment
• Ability to analyse and suggest improvements of the activities
• Well organized and hard worker
• Able to manage stress and pressure
• Understanding of the context of the area
• Honesty and reliable.

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Locations: Monguno, Borno
Starting Date: ASAP
Nationality: For Nigeria Nationals only

General Objective

• Under the supervision of the Human Resources Officer, the Human Resources Assistant assists him/her in all the activities related to human resources management at Monguno base office.

Responsibilitis and Tasks
Administrative management & follow-up:

• Organize the necessary personnel and contractual documents for all base staff
• Ensure that all HR files are complete and updated
• Manage the physical and electronic archival of HR files as per the archiving and filing process
• Prepare administrative equipment of base staff (ID cards, medical insurance cards, etc.)
• Record minutes of meetings when asked by the line manager
• Receive and compile any claims from base national staff, and report them to his/her line manager
• Prepare, compile and share mission documents on a weekly basis (job announcements, recruitment follow up, etc.)
• During on boarding of new staff, prepare all documentation for base staff to ensure they benefit from all social covers offered by PUI
• Update the base internal contact list on a monthly basis by compiling and verifying data received from bases
• Prepare the HR files for audit and verification visits
• Assist the  HR Officer in the preparation of meetings when needed.

Human Resources management for national staff:

• Maintain confidentiality of HR information
• Assist the  HR Officer in the implementation and respect of HR policy and procedures
• Prepare local staff contracts and amendments and ensure each staff is aware of contract terms & conditions
• Keep track of the base staff leaves and update concerned tools accordingly
• Follow up on the evaluation/appraisals deadlines for national staff and inform their managers accordingly
• Regularly update the coordination HR database,
• Ensure the respect of termination procedures and prepare all necessary documents
• When delegated, update the base and key staff organizational charts.

Recruitment:

• Maintain and ensure the completion of all recruitment documents in HR files
• File and archive the resumes received on the email address and transfer them to recruiters
• Be the focal point for the communication with candidates throughout the whole process
• Schedule technical tests and interviews
• Assist the  HR Officer in the recruitments at base level and attend interviews when needed
• Prepare the integration of any new employee.

Capacity Building:

• Assist in identifying training institutions as per the identified needs
• Assist the line Manager to organise or plan trainings
• Archive training certificates and attendance sheets in HR files as per the archiving process
• Forward to line manager the identified skills to be improved that were reported in performance appraisals
• Update the concerned tools according to trainings received.

Payment:

• Collect, monthly, the advances on salaries request
• Update all changes related to change of bank account for Base staff in the HR data base.

Prioritities of the Department

• Assist in the good application of the isr and guidelines
• Digitalization of the hr files & assist in the physical and electronic archival of hr files as per the archiving and filing process
• Ensure a confidentiality on all hr matters
• Assist in the implementation of capacity building plan
• Follow up on the evaluation/appraisal deadlines for national staff
• Ensure that all base staff are well registered to benefit of all social and medical coverage provided by PUI

Mandatory Requirements
Education Degree:

• University Degree in Human Resources, Public Sdmnistration, Social Sciences or related field.

Language Skills:

• Fluent in English and Hausa; Kanuri is an asset (intermediate level is desirable).

Computer Skills:

• Good knowledge of the MS office software including Word, Outlook. Excellent in Excel.

Work Experience:

• At least 6 months Experience in Human Resources management or as an HR Intern (in a NGO would be preferable).

Knowledge and Skills:

• Good analytical and writing skills;
• Knowledgable about the Nigerian Labor Law and the provisions of the National Social Security law.

Assets
Interests:

• Committed to engage in the humanitarian field.

Transversal Skills:

• Well organized
• Detailed-oriented
• Autonomous
• Able to take initiative to deal with difficulties encountered in daily work
• Ability to adapt or change priorities according to the changing situation within a mission or the organization itself
• Ability to work under pressure.

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Fixed-term contract : 12 months

Starting date : ASAP

PUI all around the world

With its 40 years of experience, Première Urgence Internationale :

• Supports close to 6 millions beneficiaries
• With more than 100 Millions € yearly budget
• Present in 22 countries, on 5 continents

Thanks to the work and commitment of :

• More than 2000 national staffs
• Around 200 expatriates from 45 different nationalities
• And 90 employees at HQ

PUI works in 10 areas of intervention and distinguishes itself by the implementation of an integrated approach in its response. This method aims to identify and understand the needs of all those affected by a crisis. Our teams come together to bring a rapid global response to the basic needs of populations affected by humanitarian crises to help them regain independence and dignity.

Learn more on our history, our values, our areas of intervention.

Focus on our activities in NIGERIA

Our mission in NIGERIA has been open since 2016. PUI develops its integrated approach with mainly in Health, Nutrition and Protection, Furthermore, PUI works on MHPSS, Food Security (cash transfer) and Early Recovery and Livelihood. Today, the mission is implementing 2 projects.

What about the Area Coordinator Nigeria?

As Area Coordinator, you will be responsible for the oversight of all programs, operations, and safety and security of all staff under your responsibility in a specific area of the country. You will represent PUI to local stakeholders, monitor and analyse the humanitarian context, and assess needs accordingly to the programmatic strategy. You will also be in charge of monitoring and negotiating humanitarian access.

For this purpose, you will be responsible for :

• Safety and Security: In collaboration with the Head of Mission, you will be responsible for the safety and security of all PUI staff, assets, and premises under your areas of operation.
• Humanitarian access: In collaboration with the Head of Mission, you will be responsible for the negotiation of humanitarian access with appropriate stakeholders at regional level.
• Programs: You will be accountable for an adequate definition and efficient implementation of the projects, which are under the responsibility of the Programmes department and the project managers at the base level.
• Team management: You will indirectly supervise all the teams under your area of responsibility, composed of national and international staff. You will support the team's recruitments, briefings of new staff and HR, and ensure the needed follow-up.
• Representation: You will represent PUI locally (if security allows) and promote an optimal operational space for pursuing PUI's strategic priorities in coordination with all relevant entities.
• Fundraising: You will assist the Head of Mission and Deputy Head of Mission Programmes in donor relations and identifying fundraising opportunities, especially in your area of responsibility.
• Coordination: You will centralize and disseminate information from/to the area and consolidate the internal and external reporting activities implemented in your field of operations before submitting them to the Head of Mission and Coordination. You will ensure effective communication and dissemination of information between the area under your supervision and Coordination among the field team and bases of operations.
• Assessment/Strategy: You will proactively monitor the context and humanitarian needs under your areas of responsibility, propose, design, and lead assessments and the development of appropriate interventions. You will participate actively in the mission-wide strategy development.

The challenges that await you:

Remote management of Monguno base (120 staff currently) accessible only by air Volatile and complex security environment Intersectoral approach and interdependence between departments Direct supervision of Maiduguri base support managers + deputy field co for programs.

What you will need to succeed

• Training: You hold a Master’s degree or equivalent in social science, politics science, program management, international development or any relevant field. Any diploma(s) and/or training(s) that bring added-value for the position will be appreciated.
• Experience: You are strengthened by minimum 3 years of experience in the humanitarian field in multi-sectorial projects development and implementation, and minimum 1 year of experience as Field Coordinator / Head of Base. You have a strong experience in Budget/Finance Management (cost-efficiency) and in managing logistical processes. You also have experience in working with a variety of donors and in Safety & Security. You have skills and experience in developing national staff capacity. All the better if you have a Program Coordinator experience, and an experience with qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis methodologies. You already worked with Première Urgence Internationale? It would be a definite asset!
• Skills: You have excellent writing skills, you master team and project management but also security management and context follow-up. You have external representation and negotiation skills and a strong interest in humanitarian access negotiation. Knowledge of procedures related to institutional donors (BHA, ECHO, UN agencies…) and about health/Nut Programming, MHPSS and Protection will be appreciated.
• Qualities: You are able to work independently, to take initiatives and to take responsibility in a proactive approach. You are self-motivated, flexible and adaptable to the needs of the team and organization, and you have strong commitment in humanitarian principles. You show resilience to stress, diplomacy and open-mindedness, and have good analytical, problem solving and leadership skills. You are organized and able to manage priorities in a varied workload, and able to guarantee effective and timely outputs. You are able to work and manage professionally and maturely, and to integrate into the local environment, taking account of its political, economic and historical characteristics.
• Languages: English has no secrets for you! All the better, it is mandatory for this position. If you speak Spanish, Arabic and/or French, it would be a definite asset.

A word from the manager

« Fascinating integrated community-based programing, with strong engagement with the community (IDPs and host community). Great experience to develop a stronger comprehensive support to the affected community, and built the first steps towards development interventions. Very capable team of national and international staff, with great dynamics between Maiduguri, Monguno and Coordination teams. »

PUI will offer you

• Status : Cadre with a Fixed-Term Contract
• Monthly Gross Income : 2 970,00 - 3 500,00 EUR depending on your experience in International Solidarity + 50€ per semester of seniority with PUI
• Insurance including medical coverage and complementary healthcare, 24/24 assistance and repatriation
• Housing in collective accomodation
• Daily Living Expenses ("Per Diem")
• Break Policy : 5 working days at 3 and 9 months + break allowance
• Paid Leaves Policy : 5 weeks of paid leaves per year + return ticket every 6 months

Our commitments

Première Urgence Internationale sees diversity of nationalities, genders, beliefs, profiles and statuses among its Human Resources as a major asset for its humanitarian action, and therefore compels itself to the strict observance of the principle of non-discrimination throughout its recruitment process.

Première Urgence Internationale applies a policy of zero tolerance towards exploitation, sexual abuse and mistreatment, in all its forms, of women, children and all other vulnerable persons. It engages all its staff to promote, disseminate and respect the principles set out in its ethical charter.

Please note that Première Urgence Internationale shall not in any case request a financial contribution for administrative costs related to recruitment. Any such information would be fraudulent, please disregard it.

You recognize yourself in this profile and you adhere to our commitments ? You feel ready to take up the challenge and to join PUI great family ?