Friday, February 11, 2011

Experienced Planning Officer Needed

Dornier Aviation Nigeria AIEP (DANA) Limited, is an aircraft charter and maintenance company
situated in it’s airfield at the Old Airport in Kaduna.

Vacancy exists for an experienced planning officer to work in the technical department.

Job Title: Experienced Planning Officer

Job Category: Transportation/Logistics

Location: Kaduna

Requirements/Description
Resource Personnel at the Training School for DANA will work with the Training Manager to design, organise and constantly
update training of aviation staff.

Method of Application
Please send your application and copies of your CV, licenses,certificates last page of your logbook to:

The Personnel Manager,
Dornier Aviation Nigeria AIEP Ltd.,
PO Box 5662, Kaduna – Kaduna State.

Or mail scanned copies to headoffice@dananig.aero

Application Deadline: 28th February, 2011



SOCIETY FOR FAMILY HEALTH RECRUITING

Society for Family Health (SFH) is one of the leading public health NGOs in Nigeria implementing programmes in reproductive health. HIV and AIDS prevention and maternal and child health. SFH works in partnership with the Federal and State Government of Nigeria, the British Department for International Development (DFID) and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) among other international donors: We seek to recruit qualified persons as a result of growth in our organisation. We offer professionals opportunities for career advancement a good working environment and competitive remuneration. We require competent candidates for the following positions:

Job Title: HIV Officer
HIV Officer – (In the states indicated)
Ref: email to:
Akwa Ibom- ammarp-Akwalbom@sfhnigeria.org
Anambra – ammarp-anambra@sfhnigeria.org
Cross-River – ammarp-cr@sfhnigeria.org
Borno – ammarp-borno@sfhnigeria.org Kaduna
Kano – ammarp-kano@sfhnigeria.org
Ogun – ammarp-ogun@sfhnigeria.org
Nasarawa- ammarp-nassarawa@sfhnigeria.org

Job Profile:
This is a senior officer position reporting to the HIV programme Manager. The successful candidate will coordinate the implementation of HIV/AIDS prevention and risk reduction programmes through behaviour change communication (BCC) activities among key target groups (such as FSWs, IDUs and MSMs) in the respective states. S/He will also be required to provide support to the implementation of BCC and mass media activities targeted at the general population.

Qualifications/Experience:
Minimum Academic/Professional Qualifications required for the position: * First degree (B.Sc or its equivalent) in Biological or Health Sciences
Must possess a minimum of three (3) years post NYSC working experience in HIV and AIDS prevention work among key target groups, and evidence of this must be in the CV submitted.

Job Title: Reproductive Health/Family Planning Field Operations Programme Coordinator (Benin)
Reproductive Health/Family Planning Field Operations Programme Coordinator (Benin)
Ref: email to: fopc-benin@sfhnigeria.org

Job Profile:
This is a senior officer position reporting to the Regional Manager. S/He will be responsible for the coordination and implementation of Family Planning (FP) and Reproductive Health (RH) activities within a specific zone. The successful candidate will ensure that partner health facilities are complying with the agreed standards in provision of IUCD and implants, and collating feedback in an appropriate manner. S/he will work with all the civil society organisations to effectively mobilise community groups to access FP/RH services. The Field Operations Programme Coordinator will provide quality capacity building to FP/RH providers at the service delivery points within specific zones.

Qualifications/Experience:
Must possess a Medical (MBBS/MBChB) or Nursing degree (B.Sc. Nursing) with current registration with appropriate national regulatory bodies. A Masters Degree in Public Health (MPH) or health promotion/management will be of added advantage
He/She must have a minimum of three (3) years post-NYSC experience in international health and/or family planning programmes
Must possess sound technical knowledge of reproductive health and development issues
Must have knowledge of logistics management information systems
Must possess good computer/ report writing and training skills.

Job Title: Monitoring and Evaluation Officer (Malaria) (Abuja)
Monitoring and Evaluation Officer (Malaria) (Abuja)
Ref: email to: meom@sfhnigeria.org

Job Profile:
This is a senior officer position reporting to the M & E Manager (Malaria). S/He will provide information for evidence-based interventions, for effective and efficient implementation of malaria, maternal health and other divisional projects. The candidate will provide on-site training on District Health Information Systems (DHIS) tools for health personnel and sub recipients (SRs). The successful candidate will also participate in the conduct of monitoring and evaluation of services provided by Sub Recipients (SRs) and Data Quality Assessment (DQA) across the country. S/He will be required to review information (monthly reports) of the SFH and SR activities as it relates to the BCC and health facility components of the SFH malaria programmes.

Qualifications/Experience:
Minimum Academic/Professional Qualifications required for the position:
First degree in Sciences/Medical/Behavioural/Social Sciences
Minimum of three (3) years post NYSC working experience in qualitative and quantitative research. Understanding of methodologies for the conduct of mapping and evaluation studies among key target populations will be of added advantage Basic knowledge of SPSS, STAT A or Epi Info is essential to this position Understanding of recent advances in malaria and maternal and child health research will be of added advantage
Knowledge and understanding of the use of District Health Information System (DHIS) is essential

Job Title: Monitoring and Evaluation Manager (HIV) (Abuja)
Monitoring and Evaluation Manager (HIV) (Abuja)
Ref: email to: memhiv@sfhnigeria.org

Job Profile:
This is a manager position reporting to the Associate Director (Monitoring and Evaluation). S/He will provide information for evidence-based interventions, for effective and efficient implementation of HIV and other divisional projects. The candidate will provide on-site training on District Health Information Systems (DHIS) tools for health personnel and sub recipients (SRs). The successful candidate will also organise the conduct of monitoring and evaluation of services provided by Sub Recipients (S.Rs) and Data Quality Assessment (DQA) across the country. He will also prepare monthly, quarterly and annual workplans and reports for submission to the donors.

Qualifications/Experience:
Minimum Academic/Professional Qualifications required for the position:
First degree in Sciences/Medical/Behavioural/Social Sciences with a masters degree in public health or related field

Job Title: Project Accountant.
Enhancing Nigeria’s Response to HIV and AIDS (ENR) Programme (Akwa Ibom)

Project Accountant – Enhancing Nigeria’s Response to HIV and AIDS (ENR) Programme (Akwa Ibom)
Ref: email to: paenr@sfhnigeria.org

Job Profile:
This is a senior officer position reporting to the Manager- Financial Reporting. S/He will handle all accounting and financial functions along with the budgeting and financial analysis of the assigned project. S/He will ensure the efficient management of finances and also ensure adequate records are kept safely and in an easily retrievable manner. The successful candidate will prepare all necessary financial reports with regards to the ENR project in Akwa lbom.

Qualifications/Experience:
Minimum Academic/ Professional Qualifications required for the position:
Must possess a first degree (BSc/HND) in Accounts or any related field plus ACA
Must possess minimum three (3) years post NYSC working experience
Must possess a working knowledge of spreadsheets, database software, accounting software packages and Microsoft office.
Prior practical knowledge of project accounting will be an advantage
Must be able to work With minimal supervision and MUST possess a high level of integrity and responsibility
Experience in accounting for donor funded projects will be of added advantage

Job Title: Medical Detailing Officer
Medical Detailing Officer (In the states indicated) Ref: email to:
Aba- mdo-aba@sfhnigeria.org
Kano – mdo-kano@sfhnigeria.org
Lagos – mdo-Iagos@sfhnigeria.org
Makurdi -mdo-makurdi@sfhnigeria.org
Akwa-Ibom – mdo-akwaibom@sfhnigeria.org

Successful candidates will be responsible for creating demands for SHF products and achieving sales targets for reproductive health, child survival and family planning products. They will support the programme divisions in improving the quality of service delivery and quantity of sales through training of providers. They will be responsible for achieving quality of coverage by ensuring that service delivery points are well branded.

Qualifications/Experience:
The desired candidate:
Must possess a first degree in Pharmacy
Must be registered with PCN
Must possess minimum three (3) years post NYSC working in a hospital environment or related areas
Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft word and excel packages
Good listening, and communication skills, training and report writing skills are very important to this position.

Job Title: Field FP Health Communication Officer

Field FP Health Communication Officer (In the states indicated)
Ref: email to:
Lagos-whphco-Iagos@sfhnigeria.org
Calabar- whphco-calabar@sfhnigeria.org

Job Profile:
This is a senior officer position reporting to the Regional Manager. S/He will lead the FP/RH communication and mobilisation activities and participate in every other intervention at the regional level. With the support of the Regional Manager and the Field Operations Programme Coordinator (FOPC), the staff member will coordinate and ensure the successful implementation of all FP demand creation community based activities within the designated region.

Qualifications/Experience:
The desired candidate:
Must possess a first degree in Health/Biological sciences, Social sciences, Pharmacy or Communication
Must have a minimum of three (3) years post-NYSC experience preferably in a similar capacity
Must be able to communicate proficiently in the dominant language of the region/state Must be attuned to and be comfortable with the culture/traditions of the people within the state
Must possess good computer/ report writing skills.

Compensation & Benefits:
The compensation package for these positions is very attractive and designed to attract, motivate and retain talented candidates.

Method of Application:
A one page application letter using the position reference as subject should be addressed to the Assistant Director-HR, clearly providing evidence of competences required for the job, current remuneration, as well as a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae indicating clearly your valid telephone numbers, e-mail address and current contact address should be sent before 22nd February, 2011 to the email address beside the job you are applying for.
Do note that any candidate with multiple submissions will be disqualified.
Candidates without the minimum requirements need not apply.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Please refer to our website: www.sfhnigeria.org for details of each of the positions’ job profile.

Wednesday, February 9, 2011

Training / Learning and Development Coordinator

Training / Learning and Development Coordinator
RedR UK- Sudan
Location: Sudan
Last Date: February 20, 2011
Email: hr@redr.org.uk (Reference: DevNetJobs.org)

ABOUT REDR
Each year millions of people around the world feel the effects of natural disaster and conflict. RedR is an international charity that improves the effectiveness of disaster relief, helping save and rebuild the lives of people affected by disaster worldwide.

RedR has been providing training in safety, security and risk management for humanitarian organisations in Darfur since January 2005. We deliver essential training across Sudan; in Khartoum, El Fasher, Nyala and El Geneina to ensure aid workers have the knowledge and skills to best protect them in an emergency or hostile situation. Currently we have two programmes; Staff Safety and Staff Welfare.

THE ROLE
In this role, the Security Advisor will act as a focal point for matters relating to the safety and security of RedR staff and programmes in Sudan. In addition, a major part of the role will also be to respond to security management queries from the NGO community, supporting the development and delivery of RedR’s external training courses. The post holder must be an experienced professional in the area of security and have experience in training and facilitation. The full description is available on the website.

PERSON SPECIFICATION
The successful candidate will have strong technical competencies in safety management and experience with the NGO security management framework in relief, rehabilitation and recovery phases. Multidisciplinary safety and security management skills should be relevant to a volatile and dangerous environment and solid experience in participatory training in safety related subjects with a proven track record are key requirements. Familiarity with humanitarian operations, backed up by relevant experience in complex emergencies is essential. The ideal candidate will be educated to degree level, demonstrate cultural awareness, have good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, fluent in spoken and written English, willing to learn Arabic and able to travel within Sudan.

TERMS
• Location: Khartoum, Sudan
• Contract: 12 months (subject to funding)
• Accompanied status: unaccompanied
• Salary: £25,000 p/a (plus £2,200 p/a hard to work allowance, accommodation and other benefits)
• Start date: March 2011
• Closing date for applications: 20 February 2011

TO APPLY
For a full job description and person specification, please visit: http://www.redr.org.uk/en/About_us/Jobs/current_staff_vacancies.cfm

If you match our criteria and wish to apply, PLEASE COMPLETE THE APPLICATION FORM available from the website and return to hr@redr.org.uk. Please note due to the urgency of the role, we may interview candidates before the closing date.




Tuesday, February 8, 2011

COMPLIANCE MANAGER ( KPMG GHANA)

Compliance Officer
ReferenceVAC-1300
EmployerKPMG Ghana
SectorBiotechnology and Pharmaceutical
SalaryNegotiable
BenefitsExcellent Benefits Package
LocationsGhana - Greater Accra
Contract TypeFull Time
Date Posted04/02/2011 11:23:00
Job Description

Our client is one of the world's leading-research-based pharmaceutical and healthcare companies. It is committed to improving the quality of human life and registered in about 120 countries across Europe, America, Africa, Asia, Middle-East and the Carribean. The company offering you a great opportunity to be part of its high calibre and dedicated professionals in Africa, to improve the quality of life in our sub-region

Reports to the Area Director - Africa

  • Act as source of expert knowledge of the company's compliance programmes and their implementation to AFRICA's operating units
  • Update knowledge through on-the-job activities and participation in specialist development programmes and support the development of an effective and pragmatic compliance culture in AFRICA
  • Ensure a sound system of internal controls and legal compliance within AFRICA in line with corporate and EM Pharmaceutical requirements
  • Provide leadership on Compliance issues to Operation Unit Compliance Champions and proactively identify emerging risk areas for AFRICA
  • Provide input to the annual and ongoing Compliance objectives for AFRICA and functional management based on direction provided by Regional Management
  • Chair the AFRICA Risk Management and Compliance Board (RMCB), set the meeting agenda and maintain appropriate records
  • Report risk issues and best practices identified at Area RMCB as required to the International Region
  • Ensure confidential internal reporting processes and reported concerns are correctly and promptly investigated implement effective processes to investigate identified instances of no-compliance or misconduct
  • Review audit findings with line management and ensure compliance with all relevant data protection/data privacy laws across AFRICA
  • Ensure proper record keeping in respect of all compliance requirements in AFRICA, track and report on progress as required
  • Provide input on behalf of AFRICA and propose changes to Compliance programmes to ensure due respect is given to prevailing local requirements, culture and practice






Qualifications
  • Must have a first degree and any professionally recognised qualification in Finance, Legal, Business Administration, Engineering, Medicine
  • Experience in a compliance role or its equivalent
  • Quality leadership skills
  • Ability to harness the commitment and contribution of team members outside of direct span of control
  • Good understanding of business processes and how they integrate at entity level
Interested applicants should please apply with their CVs to:

HR Advisory Services
KPMG
Marlin House
13 Yiyiwa Drive
Abelenkpe
P. O. Box P 242
Accra

Or by email to: hr@kpmg.com.gh

Global Advocacy Coordinator - East or West Africa or UK

Global Advocacy Coordinator - East or West Africa or UK
ReferenceVAC-1306
EmployerSightsavers International
SectorNon-Governmental Organizations
SalaryNegotiable
BenefitsExcellent Benefits Package
LocationsWest Africa
Contract TypeFull Time
Date Posted08/02/2011 15:22:00



Job Description

Sightsavers International's vision is of a world where no one is blind from avoidable causes and where visually impaired people participate equally in society. We work with partners in 34 countries across Africa and Asia to make this a reality.

Our vision is of a world where no one is needlessly blind and where people who are blind enjoy the same rights as people with sight. Each year, we improve the lives of millions of people in the poorest parts of the world.

Overall purpose and responsibilities:
Under the direction of the Director, Advocacy and African Alliances (DAAA), you will support all global advocacy initiatives, leading where relevant; including supporting the Global Advocacy Team (GAT) in setting and reviewing the international advocacy objectives, ensuring thematic groups (education, inclusion and eye health) achieve their work plans and supporting team advocacy plans as necessary.

You will be responsible for ensuring opportunities from the wider global environment are captured and included in advocacy plans; monitoring performance against the overarching themes; leading on specific advocacy initiatives; ensuring documentation and communication of advocacy work and acting as a key resource for organisational information and learning around advocacy.

Location: The post holder could be based in East or West Africa or the United Kingdom.





Qualifications
  • The role has an exigent scope and requires significant development and programme experience in Africa or Asia with focus on social sector advocacy.
  • You will be required to have 3- 5 years experience and a demonstrated record of accomplishment in the development of advocacy and / or policy work at international or regional level
  • Additionally, a considerable experience in administration, documentation, reporting and monitoring is necessary.
  • You must be able to influence high level officials and other INGO leadership.
  • A minimum of a first degree in Health, Social Inclusion, Education, or professional qualification in related field is required but a postgraduate qualification is desirable.

To apply for this position, please email warorecruitment@sightsavers.org for an application pack.

  • Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
  • As an equal opportunities employer we actively encourage applications from all sections of the community.
  • Closing date: 22nd February 2011

CATHOLIC RELIEF SERVICES PROGRAMME MANAGER

Catholic Relief Services
ReferenceVAC-1308
EmployerProgramme Manager for Health
SectorNon-Governmental Organizations
SalaryNegotiable
BenefitsExcellent Benefits Package
LocationsGhana - Greater Accra
Contract TypeFull Time
Date Posted08/02/2011 15:50:00


Catholic Relief Services-USCCB Ghana, (CRS) an international non-governmental agency specializing in relief and community development.

The incumbent will report to the Head of Programmes.

As part of the core CRS Ghana Strategic Programme Team the successful candidate will coordinate, manage and provide leadership to implement and grow all aspects of the CRS Ghana health portfolio and enhance the capacity of and strengthen relationships with CRS' partners to promote high quality and sustainable programming in Ghana.

  • Lead the identification, research and development of new business opportunities in the health sector for CRS Ghana
  • Identify and actively represent CRS on key stakeholder working groups and networks in Ghana
  • Provide leadership in the development and management of the country programme's Strategic and Annual Programme Plans, its health strategy, and other health project proposals
  • Ensure high-quality and innovative programmes utilizing CRS approaches, standards, technical resources
  • Provide capacity support and leadership to Partnerships
  • Work with other sector managers to ensure state-of-the art health interventions are integrated with other programming sectors
  • Promote and model efficient budget management in keeping with CRS and donor procedures and policies
  • Cultivate and lead a vibrant and effective Team of health staff at CRS
  • Collaborate with the M&E Unit to develop and implement systems and procedures to ensure programme quality and impact
  • Prepare relevant reports and agreements and ensure timely submission and appropriate dissemination to relevant stakeholders
  • Support CRS' relationships with the Catholic Church and relevant Health actors in addition to other Health stakeholders in Ghana.

Travel: Position will be based in CRS' main office in Accra with frequent travel to Tamale and to other regions of Ghana

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Qualifications
  • Master's degree in Public Health or related field
  • 3-5 year experience with community level public health experience from NGOs, or other international development assistance organisation
  • Proven proposal writing skills
  • Strong leadership skills, including strategic thinking, problem solving, effective communication and negotiating skills
  • Technical competency and experience in the design and management of health programmes using participatory planning and evaluation and methods
  • Experience in budgeting and budget management
  • Excellent interpersonal and supervisory skills
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills, cultural sensitivity, ability to work with people, good judgement and commitment to the Agency's mission
  • Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, Internet, etc)
  • Willingness to travel in-country and internationally as required by the Agency
Desirable:
  • Medical Professional with experience in preventive public health issues pertaining to policy, service delivery and financing
  • Knowledge of U.S Government, Global Funds, other major donor compliance regulations; experience with acqusition and management of public/private grants
  • Experience with HIV/AIDS programming
  • Professional proficiency in French

Interested candidates should kindly email their cover letter, resume and three professional references to: hr@tama.gh.waro.crs.org with CC to: hraccra@gh.waro.crs.org.

Women are strongly encouraged to apply.

GEOLOGIST NEEDED IN GHANA

Geologist
Reference VAC-1307
Employer Newmont Ghana
Sector Construction and Mining
Salary Negotiable
Benefits Excellent Benefits Package
Locations Ghana - Brong-Ahafo
Contract Type Full Time
Date Posted 08/02/2011 15:26:00

Job Description

Newmont Ghana Gold Limited a subsidiary of Newmont Mining Corporation, one of the World's largest gold mining companies.

The successful candidate will report to the Exploration Manager and provide technical support and leadership of projects in the mining, development or exploration programs

* Conduct and recommend complex geological studies through effective testing of defined targets and the modification of work programs in response to changing results and conditions
* Evaluate mineral deposits and prospective areas by reviewing and interpreting geological data and providing balanced recommendations about future potential of the project
* Supervise and participate in the collection and interrogation of a range of exploration, safety, environmental and land management data types
* Collect and record accurate geologic and geochemical data
* Recognize valid exploration targets and recommend efficient drill plans and budgets for testing
Qualifications

  • A minimum of Bachelor of Science degree in Geology or related field with knowledge of basic geological priniciples
  • A minimum of 6 years experience in exploration, development or mining
  • Competent GIS and/geological modeling software
  • Demonstrate developing technical abilities in accurate mapping, logging, sampling and geophysical data collection and interpretation
  • Able to prepare maps and drill plans and sections with data and interpret
  • If you would like to be considered for any of the above positions, please send your application letter and current CV with references, indicating your e-mail address, telephone contact information to the address below:


    The Human Resource Manager
    Newmont Ghana Gold Limited
    P. O. Box 59
    Kenyasi, Brong Ahafo Region