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Responsibilities

• Each Intern will assist the Programme and Finance officers in each location to ensure programme implementation is effectively completed and that all field expenditure follows donor requirements, generally accepted accounting principles, and Sightsavers policies.
•  They will support planning, development, design, budgeting, delivery and reporting of programme implementation in line with the organization’s goal.

The main responsibilities of each Intern include:

• Assist in the development and documentation of state program implementation plans.  
• Assist in the documentation, filing and archiving of documents (programme, monitoring and financial reports) in appropriate storage filling methods.
• Assist in innovative implementation of activities for programme delivery and achievement of organizational objectives.
• Arranging and coordinating programme meetings and activities, also ensure reports are written and submitted within the expected timeframe.
• Assist in the preparation of payment vouchers, cashbook and bank reconciliation statements, partners' financial reports and donor reports.
• Assist in periodic verification of physical assets, bank transactions and drugs at the medical store.
• Assist in gathering/photocopying supporting documentation for payment vouchers, coding and filling of payment vouchers in arch files accordingly.
• Assist in processing payment to vendors, per diem and transportation for participants during field activities.
• Assist in tracking and following up on all outstanding advances to ensure timely retirement.

Skills and Experience

• As the ideal candidate you will hold a first degree in relevant field (Biological Sciences, Development Studies, Public Health, Social Sciences Education), or have similar work experience.
• You will also some experience working in public health ideally in an INGO setting.

Further requirements include;

• Cultural sensitivity, patience and flexibility.
• Good analytical skills.
• Ability to build strong working relationships.
• Proven ability to think strategically and translate concepts into effective action plans.
• Knowledge/experience in monitoring and evaluation.
• Programme management and interpersonal skills.
• An understanding of and commitment to equality of opportunity for disabled people.

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About the role

• Reaching the Last Mile (RLM) is a high profile, high value, multi-partner programme, which will make a significant contribution to the control and elimination of the Oncho LF  across 13 countries. Sightsavers is the  coordination partner in Nigeria and working with other partners to delivery on programme outputs.
• Sightsavers have exciting opportunities for two Driver and Administrative Assistants to join the teams in Kaduna and Abuja and play a vital part in the RLM programme, where they will drive staff and consultants to various locations and support the efficient running of the office. 

Responsibilities

The Driver and Administrative Assistant duties include: 

• Act as driver for staff to carry out all official duties. 
• Transport Sightsavers staff to & from airports where this service is not outsourced. 
• Undertake routine maintenance of vehicles, including simple repairs.   
• Ensures vehicles are regularly serviced and advise the Administrative Officer when servicing is required and/or when defects/ problems arise.   
• Make sure all vehicles have reflectors, fire extinguishers, first aid box, etc. First aid boxes for the vehicles must be checked regularly to ensure that items used are promptly replenished.   
• Lock up vehicles with security locks and/or alarms.   
• Keep a maintenance record of vehicles. e.g. replacement of major parts, tyres, batteries, body spraying, etc.   
• Transact business with the banks on foreign currencies for staff related travels. 
• Maintain liaison with officials of immigration and embassies for staff entry visas and renewal of passports and work permits. 
• Assist in picking up invoices for procuring logistics.   
• Assist with the organisation of various office events (seminar, plenaries, meetings, workshops, Away Days etc). 

Skills and Experience

As a successful candidate you will have substantial working experience as a Driver and will have held a class C driving licence for at least two years, have a grade 12 certificate or equivalent experience, and a background with admin duties.

Further requirements include:

• Basic Education Certificate (BECE) 
• Experience with working within an INGO/NGO 
• Willingness to be flexible and prepared to contribute to the company in other duties as required.  
• Demonstrable defensive driving skills (in town and on dirt roads)
• Minimum driving license class C for at least 2 years 
• Availability for emergency work on weekends and public holidays