Family Health International (FHI) Current Jobs in Nigeria: Recruitment for Advocate/Community Mobilization Specialist, Program Officer

JOB VACANCIES:

We require suitably qualified candidates to fill the positions below:

POST TITLE:   Advocate/Community Mobilization Specialist

JOB LOCATION: Based in Abuja (with up to 50% travel)

Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP), C-Change Nigeria Project

The C-change project the communication component of the Nigeria national HIV and AIDS response at four levels: a) strengthening and improving the ability of the National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA) coordinate the National HIV/AIDs response (b) building the capacity of Kogi and Cross River State Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA) to coordinate the capacity of Kogi and Cross River State Agency for the control of AIDS (SACA) to effectively coordinate their respective responses, (c) strengthening in-country Social and Behavior change Communication (SBCC) implementation capacity through direct traning/mentoring of USG Implementing Partners (IPs) and NGO as well as through integration of SBCC training into tertiary schools (d) Improving  the media response to HIV/AIDS through training/mentoring of journalists and capacity building for media houses. C-change, Nigeria’s scope has expanded to include demand creation support to the National Accelerated Prevention of Mother-to- Child Transmission (PMTCT) initiative as well as communication support to the Malaria Action Program for States (MAPS) project.

To this end, C-Change is seeking an Advocacy/Community Mobilization Specialist to complement its technical unit. The Advocacy/Community Mobilization Specialist  would be responsible for the day to day implementation of the PMTCT demand creation and the communication support to the MAPS projects.

The ideal candidate should have a minimum of ten (10) years experience in designing/implementing advocacy and/or community mobilization interventions at a national scope and a thorough knowledge of partners and stakeholders within the Nigeria health & development industry.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Under the direct supervision of the Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP), the Advocacy/Community Mobilization Specialist,
• Coordinates program implementation activities with PMTC partners and stakeholders,
• Provides strategic and technical guidance to PMTCT USIPs and other development partners,
• Reviews, revises where necessary, evaluates and monitors program work plans and performance,
• Prepares and maintains communications and provides information to the DCOP/COP, FHI 360 HQ, partners, donors and other external audiences,
• Prepares project reports (quarterly, mid-term and annual),
• Promotes cooperation with Nigerian Government and other allies, partners and stakeholders,
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the DCOP, the Chief of Party and FHI 360 HQ.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Masters’ degree in public health, social sciences, communications and other relevant field,
• A minimum of 10 years previous work experience designing and implementing advocacy and community mobilization programs of regional and national level,
• Must be able to initiate and lead program activities in collaboration with colleagues and with support from DCOP/COP,
• Sound and demonstrated project management experience,
• Sound and demonstrated training Skills,
• Working  knowledge of USAID’s performance monitoring and Evaluation methodologies and indicators,
• Excellent oral and written communication skills  in English,
• Ability to be productive and flexible with work load,
• Strong team building and networking skills and experiences,
• Strong internet and computer skills including MS office suit programs.

NOTE:

To apply for this position, send a two-page (maximum) write-up describing your previous experience, skill and why you are best suited for this  position to: nurom@fhi360.org on or before December, 31^st 2011. Also attach an updated copy of your curriculum vitae including three referees.

Only candidates who meet the specifications above will be contacted.

POST TITLE:   Program Officer

JOB LOCATION: Based in Abuja (with up to 5O% travel)

SUPERVISOR: Deputy Chief of Party (DCQP), C-Change Nigeria project

The C-Change project supports the communication component of the Nigeria national HIV and AIDS response at four levels: a.) strengthening and improving the ability of the National Agency, for the Control of AIDS (NACA) ability to coordinate the National HIV/AIDS response- b) budding the capacity of Kogi and Cross River State Agency for the Control of AIDS (SACAs) to, effectively coordinate their respective responses; c) Strengthening in-country Social and behavior change Communication (SBCC) implementation capacity through direct training/mentoring Partners (IPs) and NGOs as well as through integration of SBCC training into tertiary school: d) improving the media response to HIV/AIDS through training/mentoring of journalists and capacity building for media houses, C-Change, Nigeria’s scope has expanded to include demand creation support to the National Accelerated PMTCT (prevention of mother to child transmission) initiative as well as communication support to the Malaria Action Program for States (MAPS) project

To this end, C-Change is seeking a Program Officer to complement its technical unit. The Program Officer would provide Social and Behavior Change {SBCC} programming as well as project management support to the technical unit. The ideal candidate should have a grasp of BCC, Advocacy and Community Mobilization strategies and processes as well as project management support experience.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Under the direct supervision of the Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP), the Proqram Officer performs the following,
• Works with senior members of the technical unit to develop and implement communication, monitoring and evaluation (M&E) work plans and strategies including trainings,
• Make logistics arrangements for all meetings, workshops and trainings,
• Providing support to local sub-grantees in data collection and entry into the appropriate tools; ensure their program and financial reports are submitted in a timely manner,
• Maintain an updated inventory of communication materials and program reports produced,
• Take the lead in ensuring C-Change program documents are filed and shared as necessary and in ensuring all program reports are submitted to funders in a timely manner,
• Serves as the link between the technical unit and the administrative and finance unit,
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by DCOP the Chief of Party and AED FHI 360 HQ.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• University degree or equivalent,
• At least 3 years experience working in a USG-funded project, in a similar capacity
• Strong communication skills and a self-starter,
• Strong team building and networking skills and experience,
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English,
• Strong internet and computer software skills including MS Office suit programs.

TO APPLY:

To apply for this position:

Send a one-page (maximum) write-up describing your previous experience, skills and why you are best suited for this position to: jubi@fhi360.org on or before December 23, 2011. Also attach an updated copy of your Curriculum Vitae including three referees.

Only candidates who meet the specifications above  will be contacted.