CHAN MEDI-PHARM LTD VACANCIES, TUESDAY 3, DECEMBER 2012

EXCITING OPPORTUNITIES
CHAN Medi-Pharm Ltd/Gte, a Christian Health Association of Nigeria (CHAN) company is today the oldest and largest drug distribution NGO in Nigeria. The company has expanded to acquire a large asset base with Headquaters at jos and six zonal drug depots within Nigeria. As a result of rapid  expansion, the company with a vision to be “the preferred partner in Health Care” is seeking to result dynamic and performance driven individuals to fill the following vacancies: www.current jobs4naija.blogspot.com

• POSITION: REGIONAL SALES MANAGER

The ideal person shall lead the sales and Channel Development team at the Regional level and will be responsible for delivering the Regional Sales figures and implementing he www.nigerianbestforum.com market development plan for the region. Regional to the National sales manager (Public Sector/Trade), the applicant should:
Hold a minimum of B.Pharm with not less than three (3)years of high performance in sales function
Persons within first degree in Health Life Sciences and four (4) ears of high performance in Sales function are also eligible to apply
Candidate should not be less than 32 years of age

• POSITION: MEDICAL SALES REPRESENTATIVES

The ideal person shall hold regular medical interviews, meetings, distributing and other sales/marketin activities on the company’s wide range of pharmaceuticals and healthcare products
Hold a minimum of B.Pharm with not less than one (1)year of high performance in sales function
Persons within first degree in Health Life Sciences and four (2) ears of high performance in Sales function are also eligible to apply
Candidate should not be less than 30 years of age

• POSITION: AUDIT OFFICER (Location: Jos)

The ideal person shall be responsible for carrying on regular Audit & Investigation acitivities and ensure compliance with company’s Policies & Procedures. She/he will be expected to handle special assignments that may arise from time to time. The successful candidate shall report to the Head – Compliance & Internal Audit.

QUALIFICATION/EXPERIENCE:
At least two years hands-on all around experience working in an Audit department
BSC/HND in Accountancy, Business Administration or Economics
Good Microsoft Office skills and exposure one or more computerized accounting packages
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• POSITION: TECHNICAL OFFICER – LOGISTICS (Location: Lagos)

The ideal person shall coordinate the Supply Chain Management activities of existing programs of the company and provide logistics support services of SCHARP Project under AHNI, a CDC project funded by USAID to provide comprehensive HIV/AIDS program to 29 sites in five South-West states of the country. The successful candidate shall report to the Head – Programs & Supply Chain Management

QUALIFICATION/EXPERIENCE:
Hold minimum of a B.Pharm with one year experience
Persons with first degree in Health or Life Sciences and 2years of high performance in Logistics and Distribution of health commodities are also eligible to apply www.nigerianbestforum.com
Masters in Business Administration or Public Health would be an added advantage
Candidates should not be more than 30years of age
Good Microsoft Office and exposure to Inventory Management Accounting package
Excellent communication and negotiation skills

• POSITION: LOGISTICS OFFICER (Location: Jos)

The ideal person shall be responsible for coordination of Logistic activities for the company. The successful candidate shall report to the Technical Officer – Logistics

QUALIFICATION/EXPERIENCE
Hold minimum of a B.Pharm with one year experience
Persons with first degree in Health or Life Sciences and 2years of high performance in Logistics and Distribution of health commodities are also eligible to apply
Candidate should not be more than 30years of age
Good Microsoft Office and exposure to Inventory Management Accounting package
Excellent communication and negotiation skills

TO APPLY
Applicants for the above positions should send a cover letter and detailed resume to:
careers@chanmedi-pharm.org and chanmedipharm@gmail.com on the 16th January, 2011 and only short listed candidates will be contacted.
CHAN Medi-pharm is an equal opportunity employer; women are strongly advised to apply.

KANO STATE AGRICULTURAL AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY JOB, TUESDAY 3, JANUARY 2011

THIRD NATIONAL FADAMA DEVELOPMENT PROJECT
KANO STATE AGRICULTURAL AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Km 9, Hadejia Road, PMB 3130 Kano
Email: knarda@yahoo.com

INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT
The kano State Government and the Federal Government of Nigeria has received a credit from the International Development Association (here in referred to as IDA) towards the implementation of Third National Fadama Development project (FADAMA III). Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified candidates within and outside the civil service to fill the existing vacancy in the state Fadama coordination office.

POSITION: STATE PROJECT COORDINATOR
OVERALL FUNCTION OF THE POSITION
The state project coordinator (SPC) is responsible for the coordination of project activities in the state, as well as managing the state Fadama coordination office (SFCO) within the Agricultural Development Project (ADP) of the state Ministry of Agriculture and Natural Resources.

SPECIFIC DUTIES OF THE POSITION:
Responsible for overall implementation of the project in the state
Head the secretariat of the state Fadama Technical Committee (SFTC)
Supervise all staff of the SFCO www.nigerianbestforum.com
Liaise with other relevant programmes and technical departments in the state
Oversees contracting staff and consultants, particularly community facilitators
Supervises and coordinates activities of the local desks and
Ensure timely reporting and quality of report to SFTC and National Fadama Coordinating Office(NFCO)

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
Master’s level or higher degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Economics, Economics, Business Management or other relevant degree
Minimum of eight years post qualification www.nigerianbestforum.com experience, including at least three years in management position
Proven track record in the field of Agriculture or rural advantage
Good writing skills and computer literacy will be an added advantage
Fluency in local language is a major advantage

HOW  TO APPLY
Applications should be accompanied with detailed CV  selected and addressed to:
The Managing Director
Kano State Agricultural and Rural Development Authority (KNARDA), Km 9, Hadejia Road, Yankaba, PMB. 3130 Ka
And should reach the above address within two weeks from the date of this publication.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

FINCA MANAGEMENT BOARD MEMBERS JOB, TUESDAY 3, JANUARY 2012

MANAGEMENT BOARD MEMBERS (CEO, CFO, COO), FINCA NIGERIA
LOCATION: Nigeria
JOB CODE: 897
# of openings: 3

DESCRIPTION
FINCA International, one of the world’s leading MFIs, provides financial services to nearly 900,000 clients through 21 wholly-owned and operated subsidiaries in Africa, Eurasia, Latin America and the Greater Middle East.
FINCA International is looking for highly-qualified individuals who thrive in greenfield environments to be part of the core Management Board (made up of the CEO, COO and CFO) for start-up of a Nigerian microfinance bank to operate in an area of currently low microfinance penetration.
The CFO and COO will report directly to the CEO, and the CEO will report to the Vice President and Regional Director for Africa and to the subsidiary’s Board of Directors. As members of the Management Board, the CEO, CFO and COO share responsibility for the overall performance and activities of the FINCA subsidiary, and participate in making decisions on material issues.

TASKS:
Collaborate with fellow Management Board members to successfully implement a five-year growth plan for savings, loans and other financial services;
Ensure effective systems, structures and resources are in place to support the growth of the institution, including a team of well-trained, focused and motivated staff;
Continuously expand knowledge of the market and improve the sales methodology, product offerings, delivery channels and banking procedures; www.currentjobs4naija.blogspot.com
Ensure that all business and financial activities support the FINCA subsidiary in pursuing its mission with a minimum of risk and a maximum of efficiency.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Degree in Banking, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or other relevant field;
At least 5 years of relevant work experience, preferably in the microfinance and / or banking sector;  management experience of at least 3 years required;
At least 2 years of international experience desirable, exposure working in the region or country an asset;
Start-up or expansion experience in the financial sector (microfinance or banking) highly desirable; demonstrated business acumen in a highly dynamic environment essential;
Proven experience in at least four of the following areas, preferably within a banking or microfinance environment: banking operations, lending and credit administration, savings mobilization, marketing/business development, development of financial products, internal controls, risk management, financial management & administration, financial analysis, planning and budgeting, corporate governance, development of organizational structures & systems, personnel management (preferably with 5 or more direct reports), and staff development;
Strong computer literacy, particularly in MS-Office Suite (Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint); experienced with Core Banking Systems and good understanding of IS issues and the role of IS in financial and business management;
Fluency in English is required

CANDIDATE PROFILE:
Willingness to relocate to or within in Nigeria
Strong fit to FINCA’s desired corporate culture & committed to  furthering FINCA’s mission and vision;
Understands the needs of a start-up, with willingness and ability to perform duties beyond the scope of work;
Ability to manage multiple priorities, create effective systems and meet tangible business goals from an unstructured, dynamic and empowering environment;
High level of self-discipline and determination;
Proven integrity;
Results-oriented, with the proven ability to implement short- and long-term goals;
Outstanding interpersonal skills and written and oral communication skills;
Demonstrated leadership, networking and collaboration/negotiation skills;
Able to create sound business development plans in line with strategic objectives of the organization and to oversee execution of an institutional strategy through concrete deliverables and timelines;
Proven ability to recruit, train, mentor effective and motivated staff members and teams;
Thorough understanding of operational risk of a financial institution; www.currentjobs4naija.blogspot.com
Ability to build and maintain excellent working relationships within diverse organizational structure in order to facilitate feedback and enhance implementation;
FINCA International Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

CLICK LINK TO APPLY
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=FINCA&cws=1&rid=897

Apply By 31 March 2012.

VACANCY, QED GROUP, TUESDAY 3, JANUARY 2012

TITLE: PUBLIC HEALTH TECHNICAL ADVISORY SERVICES- NIGERIA
LOCATION: Abuja, Nigeria
PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: 03/01/2012 – 02/28/2013
The Public Health Technical Advisors will provide technical assistance to support the organization’s mission in Nigeria. The Public Health Technical Advisors will provide technical and administrative oversight for implementation of US government HIV/AIDS programs in Nigeria, and to improve the health response capacity of the Government of Nigeria. The period of performance is from March 1, 2012- February 28, 2013.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide technical and administrative oversight and recommendation for HIV/AIDS program implementation
Manage outcome documentation
Review, monitor, manage and track progress of technical and administrative actions for PEPFAR cooperative agreements
Conduct partner site visits to review and evaluate program implementation. www.currentjobs4naija.blogspot.com
Lead or contribute to annual and semi-annual reports and planning

KEY QUALIFICATIONS:
3-5 years of relevant work experience
Nursing degree or MBBS or Master degree in public health with at least 7 years of post graduate work in public health or health related programs
Education and experience in HIV/AIDS program management. www.currentjobs4naija.blogspot.com
Clear understanding of federal grants, cooperative agreements, and budget processes and cycles
Experience with supervision of professional or administrative staff
International experience with program implementation preferred.

APPLICATION PROCESS:
Please submit an updated resume and cover letter by clicking the link. http://qed.devhire.devex.com/jobs/324701
Follow the application instructions. Applications submitted by other means will not be considered.  NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.
The QED Group, LLC is a growing international development consulting and management firm with practice areas in economic growth, democracy and governance, health, and knowledge management with experience in over 70 countries around the world.
The QED Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EEO/M/F/D

Apply By 22 January 2012.

CURRENT OPENING, DAI – EAM LEADER, TUESDAY 3, JANUARY 2012

TEAM LEADER, GROWTH AND EMPLOYMENT IN STATES – GEMS 4 – NIGERIA
ABOUT DAI
DAI works at the cutting edge of international development, combining technical excellence, professional project management, and exceptional customer service to solve our clients’ most complex problems. Since 1970, DAI has worked in 150 developing and transition countries, providing comprehensive development solutions in areas including crisis mitigation and stability operations, democratic governance and public sector management, agriculture and agribusiness, private sector development and financial services, economics and trade, HIV/AIDS, avian influenza control, water and natural resources management, and energy and climate change. Clients include international development agencies, international lending institutions, private corporations and philanthropies, and host-country governments.

OBJECTIVE OF THE PROGRAMME:
The aim of the programme is to address underlying constraints within the wholesale and retail sectors in order to increase economic growth, employment and incomes. The programme will be active in 4 states and will utilise the Making Markets Work for the Poor (M4P) approach to ensure that interventions are pro-poor and inclusive of vulnerable groups.

OBJECTIVE OF THE ROLE:
We are seeking applications from highly experienced wholesale and retail market development experts for the role of Team Leader on the DFID-funded Growth and Employment in States (GEMS) 4 programme in Nigeria.
The role of Team Leader will involve lead responsibilities for ensuring the effective delivery of all programme outputs, as well as overall management of the programme staff.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Delivering a comprehensive overview of the retail/wholesale sector in the relevant states
Supporting and overseeing the development of a comprehensive market analysis, using an M4P approach
Development of an effective monitoring and evaluation strategy. www.currentjobs4naija.blogspot.com
Ensuring the participation and engagement of key stakeholders within the Nigerian wholesale/retail sectors
Oversight and quality control in relation to programme activities
Delivery of key reports and workplans

REQUIREMENTS:
At least 10 years of experience, preferably within the wholesale and retail sectors
Strong experience managing teams under donor funded programmes. www.currentjobs4naija.blogspot.com
Significant networking and relationship management skills, as well as project management expertise
Understanding of key approaches to monitoring and evaluation and the delivery of value for money

DESIRABLE:
Previous experience working with DFID
Understanding of the M4P approach preferred
Working experience in Nigeria
LENGTH OF THE PROJECT: 5 years
PROJECT START DATE: March 2012

HOW TO APPLY:
Please send in a covering letter and CV to europerecruit@dai.com not later than 12 January 2012.

GRM INTERNATIONAL JOB VACANCY, TUESDAY 3, JANUARY 2012

JOB TITLE: WHOLESALE DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST
The DFID Nigeria programme is one of DFID’s largest, and in the area of economic growth it aims to help 600,000 people to work their own way out of poverty. The goal of the Growth and Employment in States (GEMS) programme, a joint initiative of DFID, the World Bank and the Federal Government of Nigeria, is to increase growth, incomes and jobs in selected states and nationally. GEMS 4 aims to support the Nigeria Wholesale and Retail sector, which is one of six sectors covered by GEMS. The overall objective of this assignment is to design and implement a market development programme within the wholesale and retails sector in Nigeria that will create jobs and raise incomes, especially for the poor.
THE BASICS:
CONTRACT LENGTH OF GEMS 4: Five years
START OF PROJECT: April 2012
COMPENSATION: Competitive long term salary, including housing and travel allowances and health and travel insurance

WHAT AREAS WILL THE PROJECT WORK IN:
Kano, Kaduna, Lagos and Cross River, but as with other components, work in the wholesale and retail component will expand beyond these states where impact can be maximised.

MANAGEMENT COMPANY: GRM International – www.grminternational.com
The programme will deliver two outputs:
1. Underlying constraints within key market systems are addressed successfully, particularly those relevant for poor people, especially women.
2. Key stakeholders pursue effective and systematic approaches to economic development.
The project will use the Making Markets Work for the Poor (M4P) approach and will look at creating 10,000 jobs and increasing income for 500,000 people, as well as reducing inflation in certain goods used by poor people. The programme will look at, amongst others:
a) reducing waste by better storage, distribution systems and markets; www.currentjobs4naija.blogspot.com
b) supply chain linkages between modern retailing systems and small suppliers;
c) standards enforcement to increase consumer confidence.
GRM and our consortium are well placed to submit a competitive tender on GEMS 4. We are currently identifying experts to work with GRM on this project, including Senior Level candidates, who will need to have the following experience:
Experience in the wholesale and retail industry, preferably in Nigeria or West Africa
Strong relationship and project management skills;
Over 10 years experience in a similar role developing the wholesale and retail industry in a developing county, with some knowledge of grant and financial management;
Preferably some experience or understanding of the principles of Making Markets Work for the Poor (M4P)

WE ARE ALSO SEEKING:
Market manager and intervention managers with experience using the M4P approach and working in Nigeria/West Africa;
Genders specialists who have worked in a private sector development context. www.currentjobs4naija.blogspot.com

TO APPLY
If you think that you have got what it takes to make a difference, please submit a copy of your CV to Caroline Ellis: caroline.ellis@grminternational.com by 10th January 2012 and state ‘Wholesale Team – GEMS 4’.  For more information on the position please feel free to email caroline.ellis@grminternational.com or call +971 4 302 6016.

JOB OPPORTUNITY at IMEP, TUESDAY 3, JANUARY 2012

NATIONAL ADVISOR ON GOVERNANCE MONITORING & EVALUATION
BACKGROUND
The Independent Monitoring and Evaluation Project (IMEP) is a 5 year project involving the provision of monitoring and evaluation services to the U.K government’s Department for International Development (DFID) in relation to a suite of 5 large Governance-support Programmes (the ‘State Level Projects’). IMEP is delivered by a consortium of consultancy companies led by Ecorys of the Netherlands. The projects covered are: State Partnership for Accountability Responsiveness and Capability (SPARC); State Accountability and Voice Initiative (SAVI); Education Sector Support Programme in Nigeria (ESSPIN); Partnership for Transforming Health Systems (Phase 2) (PATHS2); Growth & Employment in States (GEMS) (selected sub-components only). The National Advisor on Governance Monitoring and Evaluation will be a member of the projects’ Abuja-based team led by an expatriate team leader.

TASKS
Participate in the conduct of quality assurance of project M&E systems and provide guidance and support to their improvement where necessary.
In collaboration with the IMEP National Team Leader lead the organization of project reviews and evaluations for selected SLP projects,, and ensure effective support to the conduct of the reviews/evaluations by the review consultancy teams.
Review and validate samples of the M&E data and information provided by the projects, and provide constructive feedback to the project teams on areas where data and data-collection processes should be strengthened.
Participate as a review team member in selected project review teams on an ‘as-needed’ basis. www.currentjobs4naija.blogspot.com
Review quarterly progress reports of SPARC and SAVI and summarize project progress.
Participate in the planning and management of the collection of additional data in the focus states around the overall combined outcomes and impact of the suite of projects.
Participate in the development, delivery and management of a programme of capacity-building in monitoring and evaluation for selected project beneficiaries.
Ensure the effective storage and management of all relevant data and information collected by IMEP relating to the progress and performance of the projects.
Support the development and dissemination of knowledge products arising from the work of the Independent M&E Project, with a focus on governance strengthening in the focus states.
Develop and maintain effective working relationships with government and civil society partners, the SLPs and DFID.

PERSON SPECIFICATION
Holder of university degree at Masters level or above in a relevant subject (such as development economics/management, public administration, etc.).
Possesses at least 7 years’ experience in the design and implementation of projects supporting governance reform in developing countries. www.currentjobs4naija.blogspot.com
Possesses at least 5 years’ experience in the design and implementation of monitoring and evaluation systems and/or conducting evaluations in areas related to public sector governance reform in developing countries.
Extensive understanding and experience of capacity-development approaches and tools, and significant experience in the design and delivery of training programmes.
Excellent written and spoken communication skills.
Flexibility and an ability to develop strong working relationships in a complex working environment.

REPORTING
The advisor will report to the project’s Abuja-based National Team Leader. He/she will relate directly with the Rotterdam-based Project Manager on matters relating to his/her employment contract, but will be locally employed by Phillips Consulting Ltd.
Duration of Assignment
The position, based in Abuja, will be full time for three years with the possibility of extension subject to funding.

TO APPLY
Candidates should forward full CVs, covering letter and the details of 3 referees to yvonne.nwokedi@imepevaluation.com by cob on 15th January 2012.

CALL FOR PRE-SELECTION, OPPORTUNITIES IN NIGERIA, TUESDAY 3, JANUARY 2012

OPPORTUNITIES IN NIGERIA – CALL FOR PRE-SELECTION
The International Center for Research on Women (ICRW) is a global research institute which works to empower women, advance gender equality, and fight poverty in the developing world. ICRW works with partners to conduct empirical research, build capacity, and advocate for evidence-based practical solutions to change policies and programs. Our work focuses on the following areas:
Adolescents
Agriculture and Food Security
Economic Empowerment
HIV & AIDS
Population and Reproductive Health
Violence Against Women
With a growing presence in Nigeria, ICRW is looking for individuals with experience in a range of sectors for existing and potential projects on a long and short term basis. In particular, ICRW is seeking experts in the following fields:
Policy and governance
Reproductive Health
Economic Empowerment
Girls’ Education. www.currentjobs4naija.blogspot.com
Increasing voice and leadership of girls and women
Engaging men and boys in gender-equitable development

HOW TO APPLY:
Candidates interested in full-time employment or a consultancy, should submit a letter of interest summarizing their background and interest, curriculum vitae, two writing samples and salary requirements to jobs@icrw.org with “Nigeria” in the subject line.  ICRW is an equal opportunity employer, M/F/D/V

Apply By 06 January 2012.