Jobs at Leprosy Mission Nigeria

To provide administrative, logistics and human resource functions of TLM-Nigeria.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Support the HFA in the management and administrative functions of NCO and States Projects.
• Support the HFA in the logistics of NCO and States Projects in areas of Events, Supplies, Inventory and Maintenance.
• Support the HFA in the Personnel management of NCO and States Projects.

Main Tasks:

Administrative task:

• Support the HFA in the day-to-day operations in National Coordination Office (NCO) by ensuring that all inputs such as communications and equipment are at their optimum performance.
• Support the HFA in the organization of meetings such as Project leaders meeting, Staff Conferences, International meetings, etc.
• Manage the daily, weekly and monthly appointment schedule of the National Director.
• Manage the National Director’s local and international travels and proactively coordinate the preplanning with internal functions involved.
• Supervise and oversees the security aspect of National Coordination Office.
• Take minutes of meetings and ensure distribution of meeting to appropriate quarters.
• Manage TLMN official e-mail by screening and prioritizing electronic mail, communications call from internal and external sources.
• Schedule meetings and coordinate appointment requests in line with the National Director’s instructions.
• Daily supervision of junior staff to ensure compliance and optimum performance of duties.
• Provision and general maintenance of office equipment, tools and timely repair of faulty equipment. Logistics task:
• Maintain stock and order general office supplies (Refreshments, stationery and cleaning).
• Participate in systems review of TLMN projects and NCO as directed.
• Assist in the procurement of Capital Items, drugs, literature and any other resources or materials sourced locally or internationally for NCO or field use
• Assist in the distribution of Capital Items, drugs, literature and any other resources or materials sourced locally or internationally for NCO or field use.
• Support the HFA in the maintenance of TLM properties in the office and field.
• Organize travel itinerary include hotel accommodation and other logistics for visiting guests within the country and international guests.
• Monitor NCO Vehicle movements, logging and functioning to ensure periodic servicing when required. Human Resource task:
• Support the national Director in dealing with all aspects of matters concerning personnel including:
• Assist staff in facilitating visas for travel and arranging invitation letters for international visitors.
• Prepare letter of appointments, update/renewal of contract and job descriptions for staff.
• Processing requests for leave by staff.
• Assists as required in staff recruitment process in areas of advertisement for job openings, inviting candidates for interview, and induction of selected candidates.
• Send out Appraisal form and collate for National Director’s attention at the end of each year.
• Constant update of staff files and efficient filing system of official documents for easy retrieval and referencing.
• Perform other duties as required.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Attributes Essential Desirable

Qualification 

• B.Sc./HND Business Admin., Secretarial Studies or other related qualifications.

Experience

• 2 - 3 years’ experience in a nongovernmental organisation (local or international) and other reputable organizations and development agencies

Skill

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to use a computer (Microsoft office suit application)
• Ability to communicate well and good interpersonal relation with people.
• Sound judgement to assess issues and take right decisions.
• Good team player Knowledge in French is an added advantage Personality
• Committed Christian with good Christian testimony.
• Ability to take initiative.
• Ability to work unsupervised.
• Ability to adapt
• Honest and dedicated.
• Ability to manage people under him very well.
• Problem solver Circumstances
• Willingness to work for extended hours.
• This is a non-travelling job.

Willingness and Flexibility in unpredictable circumstances

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The Counselor will join our team and help our patients live better lives by helping them develop problem-solving skills to address mental health issues. He/ she is responsible for building relationships with patients by listening and assisting them in developing habits that improve their lives and overcome stress, anxiety, and behavioral disorders. Ultimately, he/she will work directly with patients to understand and address their anxiety and emotional needs to help them live healthier lives.

The incumbent is responsible for:

• Providing counseling services to individuals and families of people living with a disability.
• Record patient information and manage confidential files.
• Conducting psychological evaluations of patients to diagnose mental illness.
• Identifying potential risks in patients’ lives that could lead to emotional problems.
• Preparing reports on patient progress and recommendations for treatment.
• Providing clinical intervention to individuals who are experiencing mental health issues such as depression or anxiety disorders.
• Offering support and guidance during sessions with patients.
• Conducting research on topics related to people living with leprosy and disability.
• mWork in close contact with the Head of Programmes and Operations to facilitate the effective implementation of TLMN Country Strategy in line with the TLMN Policies, processes and Procedures.

PERSON SPECIFICATION ATTRIBUTES ESSENTIAL DESIRABLE

Qualifications and experience

• Master’s degree in psychology or related field.
• Proven work experience as a Counselling Psychologist or similar role Relevant training and/or certifications as a Counseling Psychologist. 

Skills

• Strong observational skills and attention to details.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Empathy and sensitivity when dealing with patients.
• Highly analytical mindset.
• Good diagnostic and problemsolving skills.

Personality

• Committed Christian with good testimonies.
• Honest and dedicated
• Demonstrates the ability to use own initiatives.
• Ability to manage subordinates in the office. Circumstances
• Willing to work extra hours.

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Under the direct supervision of the Senior Programme Officer based at the country office in Abuja, the Project Assistants will perform tasks such as coordinating and supporting the implementation of all TLMN projects at NCO, State and community levels. The Project Assistants will be based in Abuja and will work closely with Government staff, community groups and DPOs including PIACs, CMCs, JONAPWD, IDEA, in planning and implementation of project activities according to TLMN project cycle management framework.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Implementation and Monitoring of Project activities and reporting

• The field officer ensures effective planning, implementation, monitoring and follow-up of the TLM-Nigeria programs in the state.
• Under the supervision of the Senior Programme Officer, the Programme Assistant maintains a comprehensive understanding of the health and development needs in his/her State of Responsibility (SOR) through ensuring continuous collection, analysis and synthesis of relevant information.
• Participates in assessments, analysis, reviews and evaluation of health and development issues to make relevant proposals that are based on TLM-Nigeria priorities and Country Strategy.
• Facilitate joint planning and review meetings with the participating Beneficiaries.
• Maintain appropriate data on project implementation as per the project monitoring and evaluation plan.
• Compile and submit quarterly activity report and any other report as may be required by the Senior Programme Officer. Mobilize Community towards project activities.
• Create awareness creation on project goal, objectives and expected outputs.
• Facilitate development of community structures for managing the implementation of project activities.
• Facilitate recruitment and training of Community Based Resource Persons and Beneficiaries.
• Provide continuous re-orientation and training to Community Based Resource Persons and Beneficiaries on topical areas relevant to programme implementation and team building. Training of project Participants
• Facilitate identification and sensitization and training of participant Beneficiaries on areas relevant to the project.
• Ensure appropriate logistical support during trainings (Venues, transportation, training materials, etc)  Ensure COVID 19 protocols are observed by participants and trainers during trainings and meetings

Management of Project Resources

• Responsible for safety of all TLM-Nigeria resources in the State
• Ensure effective use and maintenance of TLM-Nigeria resources in the State Networking and inter-agency relationships
• Builds and maintains positive working relationships/networks with relevant State/Local Government authorities and community groups to ensure effective programme implementation of TLM-Nigeria programmes in the State.
• Follows up on all work-related messages and correspondence with the relevant State Ministries, Departments and Agencies. Keeping the Senior Programme Officer in the loop of all correspondences and any other contacts.
• Represents the TLM-Nigeria in an appropriate way during activities, in meetings and in the field, and avoids any activity that may reflect negatively on the TLM-Nigeria’s image.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Attributes Essential Desirable Qualification

• First degree in Social Science, Social works, Political Science and any other relevant field.
• Certification in Project Management (Professional)

Experience

• A minimum of 2 years of professional experience in project development and management or, management and oversight or related field in an international and/or in a developing country is required.
• Relevant experience in program/project financial monitoring and evaluation in an organization is a distinct asset.
• Experience in the usage of office software MS packages and advanced knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages.
• Experience in handling of web based project management systems. Skill - Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to use a computer (Microsoft office suit application)
• Ability to communicate well and good interpersonal relation with people.
• Sound judgement to assess issues and take right decisions. 
• Good team player 
• Drive for Result.
• Analytical.
• Deciding and Initiating Action.
• Planning and Organizing. -
• Following Instructions and Procedures 
• Applying technical expertise.

Personality

• Committed Christian with good Christian testimony.
• Ability to take initiative.
• Ability to work unsupervised.
• Honest and dedicated.
• Ability to manage people under him very well.
• Problem solver Ability to adapt Circumstances
• Willingness to work for extended hours.
• Willingness to travel extensively.

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• Work within the programs unit to introduce and monitor the implementation of all projects in TLMN including GFATM and special projects to ensure efficient and effective M&E of all project activities.
• Assist in preparing periodic programmatic reports on behalf of TLMN according to donor’s guidelines

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assist in producing monthly, quarterly and annual M&E reports based on agreed indicators that will guide decision-making and program implementation. - Assist in the compilation of half-year and annual reports of project data and reports for submission to TLMI and other partners.
• Collect, collate, analyze and interpret TB, TB/HIV, and leprosy data according to national guidelines.
• Undertake periodic monitoring and technical support visit to states.
• Assist to Support the design and implementation of baseline/midline/end-term and other surveys as well as conduct project reviews according to the approved work plan.
• Work with partners to ensure the collection of relevant and appropriate data needed for an effective M&E system which will be utilized in the monitoring of strengths, weaknesses, and gaps in existing programs and services required for reporting.
• Contribute to TLMN-wide organizational learning by disseminating data, reports, and lessons learned provided by field staff and state partners 
• Assist to develop and strengthen monitoring, inspection and evaluation procedures.
• Monitor all project activities, expenditures and progress toward achieving the project output.
• Develop monitoring and impact indicators for the project’s success.
• Monitor and evaluate overall progress on achievement of results.
• Monitor the sustainability of the project's results.
• Provide feedback to the Head of Programs on project strategies and activities.
• Suggest strategies to the Project Management for improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the project by identifying bottlenecks in completing project activities and developing plans to minimize or eliminate such bottlenecks and recommend further improvement of the logical framework.
• Conduct capacity assessment on existing monitoring and evaluation system Develop indicators and a monitoring strategy for the project.
• Provide inputs, information and statistics for quarterly, annual and other reports to Project Management Teams.
• Participate in annual project reviews and planning workshops and assist the Head of Programs and Operations in preparing relevant reports.
• Support monitoring and evaluation of the effects and impact of the project.
• Assist in coordinating across the available components of the Project to ensure effective implementation of M&E/MIS.
• Assist the project personnel with M&E tools and in supporting them in their use.
• Assist the Project Manager in preparing other relevant reports.
• Undertake any other relevant duties as may be requested from time to time.

Personal specification:

• Attributes Essential Desirable Physical health and appearance Able to withstand travel within Nigeria Presentable in dress and hygiene.

Qualification

• BSc or Equivalent in Mathematics, statistics, demographics, public policy, public health, or any other health science.
• Minimum of 5years experience in a similar role Previous work in data collation and reporting in a health-focused organization.

Skill

• Proficiency in computer packages such as MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and any statistical analysis software (SPSS, EPI-INFO, STATA, SAS, or similar).
•  Experience in strategic planning and performance measurement, including indicator selection, target setting, reporting, database management, and developing M&E and/or performance monitoring plans.
• Knowledge of the major evaluation methodologies (e.g., qualitative, quantitative, mixed method, and impact) and data collection and analysis methodologies.
• Experience in planning and managing surveys.
• Experience developing and refining data collection tools Working Knowledge of Hausa 
• Interpersonal skill
• Verbal and written communication skills .
• A good leader Personality
• Committed Christian with good Christian testimony
• Ability to take initiative 
• Honest and dedicated
• Problem solver Friendly and having the ability to lead being able to inspire the same in others Circumstances
• Flexibility