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Job ID: 13-10759
Location: Nigeria-Niger
Group/Office: PDG (Program Delivery Group)
Dept/Unit: PDGGEN - Program Delivery Group
Project/Program: A512 - Nigeria CaTSS
Reports To: Associate Director, Service Delivery
Grade: J

Overview

• The State Team Leader (STL) will provide overall leadership and management of the CaTSS project in Niger State in a manner that strengthens partnerships with the state government and other partners, and leads to sustainable HIV/AIDS prevention and control efforts.
• The STL will spearhead coordination, implementation and reporting of the CaTSS program in the State and ensure optimal resource management in the project.
• The STL will serve as a member of the Project Management Team and responsible for overall project performance in their states of primary responsibility.

Specific Responsibilities

• Leading the development of an integrated CaTSS project plan for the State.
• Operationalize CaTSS project plan in the State ensuring efficient coordination of resources to maximize integration and synergy of program areas.
• Lead and manage the achievement of the CaTSS overall goal in the states
• Transitioning of CaTSS supported health facilities to the state
• Establish system for project monitoring, evaluation and reporting.
• Support the state HMIS Officer to establish a functional state M&E data system with periodic analyses and review to inform program management.
• Establish a system for timely relevant technical support to all implementing health facilities.
• Take responsibility for management of the state CaTSS project budget and all other resources under the direction of the Project Director
• Advocate and represent MSH CaTSS project at the highest level in the state on matters of HIV/AIDS and TB.
• Liaise and network with relevant CaTSS partners and collaborators in the state to improve MSH’s visibility, coordination of activities and promotion of shared advocacy agenda.
• Supervise staff and manage staff performance and development.
• Provides clear documentation of programmatic achievements as well as required data and keeps MSH senior management informed of state activities on monthly, quarterly and annual basis.

Qualifications and Experience

• Graduate degree in Public Health, Public Administration, Management or related discipline, or equivalent experience. Postgraduate degree in related field preferred
• At least 5 years’ senior level work experience in health program management in developing countries, or equivalent
• Previous supervision or team leader experience
• Proven track record in managing international projects or in senior management of a large and complex project overseas
• Willingness to travel within the states and other parts of the country as needed
• Understanding of USAID and field Missions; USG audiences, trends and requirements
• Proven programmatic, technical and managerial expertise in providing support to institutions to strengthen their management and/or leadership capacity, systems and processes, and sustainability potential
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
• Computer skills: Windows applications for word processing and spreadsheet software
• Extraordinary verbal and written communication skills to manage project communications and disseminate project information are required.
• Demonstrated leadership and capacity to oversee USAID-funded
• Demonstrated capacity to collaborate with colleagues, teams and partner organizations to achieve results.

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Job ID: 13-10758
Location: Nigeria-Abuja
Group/Office: PDG (Program Delivery Group)
Dept/Unit: PDGGEN - Program Delivery Group
Project/Program: A512 - Nigeria CaTSS
Reports To: Inventory Specialist
Grade: Intern

Overview

• This position will support the Inventory Specialist in managing both the asset and consumables inventory of Management Sciences for Health (MSH).

Specific Responsibilities

• Prepare Delivery Acknowledgements and Service Completion Certificates;
• Post Internal Requisition on the Quick Books Software;
• Receive items from vendors into the store, post same on the QuickBooks and update the inventory records;
• Issue items (by use of internal requisition) and update the respective inventory record;
• Track usage of stock supplies and curtail/report any incidence of abuse;
• Update inventory control records on QuickBooks Software;
• Prepare Asset transfer documents;
• Prepare Charge-Back by Project report on a monthly basis;
• Assist in inventory stock count/reconciliation;
• Assist in the proper coding, labelling and branding of MSH Assets and equipment;
• Ensure the stock level of office supplies does not fall below the predetermined level for continuous availability
• Assist in arranging critical office equipment required for day to day functions;
• Assist in office maintenance by supervising MSH’s contracted technicians;
• In the absence of the Operations Assistant, assist in receiving bills from statutory bodies and filing same;
• Assist the Operations Assistant in sending hotel bills to finance for payment
• Performing other duties assigned by Inventory Specialist.
• Preparing Purchase Request forms for the procurement of goods and/or services.
• Ensuring that all electrical appliances and sockets are switched off at the close of each business day;
• Assist in the smooth operation of the office generators by updating daily generator usage logbook as well as on/off of the generator.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of one years’ experience in an admin position with a Non-Governmental Organization
• University Degree in Accounting or equivalent certification from a Business Technical School.
• Experience as an Admin staff or understanding of key aspects of facility management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, especially Excel spreadsheets, or comparable software and basic accounting software (i.e. QuickBooks).
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask.
• Ability to respond to new challenges in a flexible and thoughtful manner
• Ability to be meticulous with figures and good record-keeping.
• Flexible to learning and ability to take instructions.
• Good communication and ability to relate with others.
• Ability to identify items by their names and code number.
• Knowledge of computer applications like MsOffice, Excel, Internet, etc.
• Willingness/ability to work beyond normal working hours and when work demands to come during weekends.