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MSH, a global health nonprofit organization, uses proven approaches developed over 40 years to help leaders, health managers, and communities in developing nations build stronger health systems for greater health impact. We work to save lives by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health. Since its founding in 1971, MSH has worked in over ...
The Field Security Officer will work in close collaboration with the MSH Nigeria Security Manager and MSH project staff to ensure the safety and security of MSH staff and assets. S/He will direct the implementation and monitoring of operational security controls to mitigate risk, maintain continuity of operations, and provide for the safety and security of all employees in relevant MSH field locations
Security Operations
Monitoring and Training
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Desired Competencies / Skills:
Project Overview
PMI-S is a five-year PMI/USAID flagship malaria project implemented through a consortium led by MSH. The project is supporting the Government of Nigeria through its agencies at the federal, state, LGA and community levels to reduce under-five and maternal mortality by delivering quality services for management of malaria, its complications, and prevention. PMI-S project focuses on strengthening the capacity of the National Malaria Elimination Program (NMEP) and State Malaria Elimination Programs (SMEPs) for the implementation of the National Malaria Strategic Plan 2014-2020.
Main Purpose of the Job:
Under the overall supervision of the Director of Finance and Administration (DFA)-PMI, the Accountant will be responsible for assisting the state Senior Accountant/Finance Manager with safeguarding the assets (financial and physical) of MSH and ultimately the U.S. Government or other donor against fraud, loss or misuse. The Accountant will be responsible for ensuring that any money expended in the field is done in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, MSH policy, and any cost principles imposed by the donor agency. The Accountant will be aware of, and adhere to, MSH’s Procurement Integrity standards in all activities.
Specific Responsibilities
Prepare payment vouchers.
Properly code all transactions.
Control and enter all expenses from the petty cash.
Payment of expenses, including per diem and transport to participants during activities in the field.
Prepare and control advances.
Assure balances of unused portions of advances are deposited into the MSH account.
Prepare deposit slips for cash to be deposited into the bank account.
Reconcile advances, including review of receipts, coding of expenses on the general voucher and entering into QuickBooks.
Maintain accounting files.
Follow up on outstanding advances and assure timely reconciliation.
Control consumption of project (petrol, electricity, water, telephone).
Participate in the improvement of the accounting system and the system of internal control.
Create all financial reports as requested by supervisor.
Preparation and filing of forms for payments of taxes and social security.
Other tasks as requested by supervisor.
Ensure that payments are processed accurately, timely, and safely (to minimize MSH’s risk exposure).
Ensure that treasury practices in country minimize MSH’s cash exposure.
Ensure that entries are entered into financial system accurately and timely.
Ensure that month and year-end accounting activities are done accurately and in compliance with MSH policies and procedures.
Ensure that systems are in place in country to ensure that operations are managed and staff act in full compliance with local laws, adhere to contract/award and donor requirements, and comply with MSH policies and standard operating procedures.
Systems are in place to ensure that appropriate staff members are aware of and understand laws, contract/award and donor requirements, and MSH policies and procedures.
Monitor and ensure compliance.
The responsibilities and duties are indicative only and are subject to change to meet the needs of the project, the organization and the donor.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Minimum of University Degree or HND in Accounting/Finance.
Minimum of 3 - 5years’ of post degree/HND experience in accounting/finance.
Knowledge of US Government funded programs, regulations and requirements.
Experience or understanding of key aspects of accounting.
Experience with U.S. government projects helpful, but not mandatory.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, especially Excel spreadsheets.
Experience in the use of accounting software (QuickBooks preferred).
Understanding of the basic tenets of Cash Control, Asset Management and Bank Reconciliation.
Demonstrate good judgment and sound financial "common sense".
Extensive familiarity of U.S Government grant/contracts rules and regulations (USAID, CDC,) or other donor rules and regulations (E.U) required.
Verbal and written language skills in English required including speaking, writing, understanding, and reading and the ability to conduct business in English.
Excellent communication skills.
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills with a service-oriented outlook.
Advanced reporting skills.
Computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications (Excel spreadsheets, word processing, and electronic mail along with data entry experience).
Ability to work under pressure.
Ability to work independently, prioritizes tasks, and meets deadlines.
Ability to work in a team Extensive knowledge of USAID rules & regulations and Experience with U.S. government projects helpful.
Understanding of the tenets of cash control and asset management, and must be able to complete timely and accurate account reconciliations.
Ability to follow MSH and donor policies and procedures for procurement and documentation, and ensure adequate accounting documentation for a proper audit trail.
Qualified Females are strongly encouraged to apply
Project Overview
PMI-S is a five-year PMI/USAID flagship malaria project implemented through a consortium led by MSH. The project is supporting the Government of Nigeria through its agencies at the federal, state, LGA and community levels to reduce under-five and maternal mortality by delivering quality services for management of malaria, its complications, and prevention. PMI-S project focuses on strengthening the capacity of the National Malaria Elimination Program (NMEP) and State Malaria Elimination Programs (SMEPs) for the implementation of the National Malaria Strategic Plan 2014-2020
Job Objective
MSH seeks a candidate for the position of Task Order 04 Director for USAID funded for malaria services in four target states: Benue, Nasarawa, Zamfara and Plateau. The project will focus on supporting malaria services through key technical interventions including, prevention, case management (diagnosis and treatment), health systems strengthening, improving health information systems, and private sector engagement. This position is based at the MSH central office in Abuja. This position is a key position and candidate will be subject to donor approval.
The Task Order 04 Director is a senior-level position responsible for designing the PMI-S strategy for working with the four states, LGAs and communities to plan, implement, monitor and report on malaria elimination services. In addition, the position provides TA to state and LGA coordination structures and platforms to own malaria control programming, increase domestic resourcing for malaria and steward efforts to address health system bottlenecks.
Specific Responsibilities
The Task Order 04 Director will manage and supervise 4 State Coordinators and ensure activities within the targeted states are meeting PMI-S task order goals and objectives; in alignment with USAID/PMI strategic objectives and NMEP Strategic Plan.
In collaboration with the Senior Malaria Technical Advisor (SMTA)/Deputy Project Director (DPD), take lead in coordinating development of PMI-S state-specific plans ensuring adequate participation of relevant state and federal level stakeholders. While the SMTA)/DPD will provide malaria technical direction and assurance of quality of malaria services, the Task Order 04 Director will lead overall state-level coordination and alignment between technical program – Surveillance Monitoring and Evaluation (SME) – Financing/Administration – and Learning Communication and Reporting.
As a member of the senior project management team, the Task Order 04 Director will participate in federal level activities to identify and leverage strategic involvement of NMEP and other federal level actors in state malaria programming.
Define specific, quantifiable performance indicators and targets for programs and reporting results. Work with the Senior Monitoring and Evaluation Advisor to assess activity progress and ensure that the project maintains close adherence to work plans and meets designated milestones, deliverables, and benchmarks.
Document emerging good practices and/or best practices across states malaria programs to promote sustainable practices that lead to direct impact.
With the Director Finance and Administration, adapt and implement management systems with standard operating procedures to administer all activities funded by the task order. Ensure there is sufficient financial staff for disbursing all local costs under this project, monitoring and tracking expenditures, and preparing financial reports of project expenditures for submission to USAID.
With the Project Director and State Coordinators, ensure that the program has adequate staff to carry out high-quality work and that staff are recruited and hired in accordance with state-level, federal-level, donor, and MSH requirements.
As a member of the PMI-S senior management team, meet with USAID and other stakeholders to share progress, accomplishments, and challenges.
Supervise staff as assigned. Supervisory responsibilities include, but are not limited to, regular meetings with supervisees to discuss issues, track work progress, provide guidance and support, and ensure consistent quality of work performed; conducting Performance Plan and Reviews; communicating, implementing, and ensuring adherence to MSH policies, guidelines, and values; developing staff skills and knowledge; approving timesheets; and facilitating supervisee success whenever possible.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Project Director.
Qualifications and Experience
Post-graduate degree in public health, public administration or management, or a combination of equivalent relevant experience and education.
Minimum of 8 years of progressively responsible experience managing donor projects, five of which in Malaria Projects or integrated health projects in a developing country. Direct experience managing professional and financial resources on a similar scale amid the constraints of developing country health systems will be an advantage.
Familiarity with and understanding of US Government regulations and administrative procedures including, an in-depth understanding of The US President’s’ Malaria Initiative (PMI) goals and objectives globally and within Nigeria to help the projects reach targets is preferred.
Substantial experience working at the federal and state level in more than 3 geographic zones of Nigeria is an advantage.
Demonstrated competence in assessing priorities and in managing a variety of activities in a time-sensitive environment, and in meeting deadlines with attention to detail and quality.
Demonstrated ability to lead a technical and managerial team to meet project objectives in multiple country sites and across multiple technical areas.
Direct senior staff supervision experience is required, with proven ability to communicate well, motivate, guide, and direct all staff.
Proven record of aligning diverse, multi-states teams with project mission and vision.
Demonstrated strategic agility, diplomacy, conflict management, team building, written and oral communication, and negotiation skills. Sensitivity to local cultures and traditions.
Fluency in English, including reading, understanding, and speaking, with the ability to conduct business in English; excellent skills in drafting business correspondence.
Willingness and ability to travel within Nigeria at least 50% time.
Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
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