USAID Nigeria Job: Vacancies for Accounting Technician, FSN-8

USAID Nigeria Job: Vacancies for Accounting Technician, FSN-8
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT:

OPEN TO: All Interested Candidates
 
POST TITLE:    Accounting Technician, FSN-8
 
APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: May 16, 2011
 
WORK HOURS: Full-time; 40 hours/week
 
SALARY: FSN: N3,228,903.00 p.a (Starting basic salary on FSN-8 Position Grade)
In addition to the basic salary, all allowances will be paid in accordance with the Mission Local Compensation Plan.
 
USAID/Nigeria in Abuja is seeking to employ a suitable and qualified candidate for the position of Accounting Technician in the Office of Financial Management..

BASIC FUNCTION:

As a member of the USAID/Nigeria Financial Management team, the Accounting Technician serves under the supervision of the Chief Accountant. S/he will assist in formulating program/project and operating expense budgets and conducting a wide variety of analysis in furtherance of Mission programs.
S/he will also assist in posting transactions in Phoenix. USAID/Nigeria has a technical and operating expense program in excess of 100 million dollars annually. The incumbent is responsible for understanding and incorporating the Agency’s five core values in all aspects of his/her work.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assists in the maintenance of financial activity within the Phoenix System such as: Mission budget allowance ledgers, program and operating expense accounting records, accrued expenditure records, disbursement and advance controls.

2. Assists the Accountants in the review of documents and advises on legality and validity of all potential obligations in accordance with 5 USC Section 1311 and taking into
No. 2011-006 Date: May 3, 2011 Ref:
 
SUBJECT: ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN
 
LOCATION: ABUJA – OFFICE OF FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
APPLICABILITY:  ALL INTERESTED CANDIDATES

1. Account General Accounting Office and USAID funding source policies. S/he will perform posting of financial transactions from contracts and grants, purchase orders, travel authorizations, miscellaneous obligating documents, SF1221 disbursing office reports of disbursements, and inter-agency payment and collection (IPAC) reports. Ensures the accuracy and completeness of Phoenix financial records, and prepares adjustment/correction documents (Journal Voucher, SF1097 and 1098) when needed to keep appropriation accounts balanced and reconciled.
 
2. Assists the Financial Analysts and Accountants with the preparation of reports analyzing pipeline problems, developing expected burn rates and discussing corrective action leading to more timely expenditure of program funds. S/he will be responsible for recording accrual information into Accrual Reporting Systems and assist in providing SO teams with reports for final review prior to the quarterly closing of financial records. Maintains working files for assigned SO activities.
 
3. Assists in the development and monitoring of budget information for both operating expense, program funded operations and ICASS. This includes capturing budgetary information that is necessary for submission of the Mission’s Annual Report (OE budgets, workforce planning, special operations and account reporting) and implementation of the annual Program Support Cost Budget (workforce allocation, special requirements, etc.).
 
4. Assists in the conduct and analysis of the Mission’s disbursements with US Government authorized Disbursing Offices. This involves analysis of biweekly payroll, the reconciliation of amounts posted with amounts reported by appropriation, fund, the identification of non-posted amounts and verification of appropriation charged, and the initiation of steps to correct appropriation errors and ensure correct entries are posted to Phoenix in a timely manner.
 
5. Assists in the compilation, analysis, and submission of periodic accounting reports including those filed through the USAID Financial Data Collection Tool (Web Tool). These include reporting on Property, Plant and Equipment; Operating Leases; Expendable Property; Payroll-related accruals (Unfunded Annual Leave for PSCs, Foreign Service National Separation Pay); Payments to Federal Entities; etc. Assists in the maintenance of property accounting records [NXP Ledger] and related fiscal controls related to USG owned property in the Mission, keeping it current and up to date, and works closely with the supply supervisor to reconcile expendable records on a quarterly basis.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

1. Education – A University degree in Accounting is required.
 
2. Prior Work Experience – Three to Four years progressively responsible experience in account maintenance, bookkeeping, or closely related accounting technician work is required. Prior accounting experience with a U.S. Government agency will be an advantage.
 
3. Language Proficiency – Level IV English ability is required.
 
4. Job Knowledge – A thorough knowledge and understanding of professional accounting
principles, theories, practices and terminology. Thorough knowledge of an extensive body of appropriation and allowance accounting procedures used in maintaining, reconciling, balancing, and closing complex accounts in U.S. Government activities; of AID project accounting policies and regulations, and accounting technician procedures; and of the practices of cost accrual.
 
5. Abilities and Skills – Ability to analyze numerous accounting records and determine the need for various types of entries and adjustments, and to relate the purpose/objectives of activities to their costs and fiscal requirements. Must be able to compile/present detailed financial information in a concise and fully professional manner. Must be able to maintain an effective working relationship with all personnel in USAID/Nigeria.

SELECTION PROCESS:

It is essential that the candidate address the required qualifications above in the application.
ADDITIONAL SELECTION CRITERIA:

1. Management will consider nepotism/conflict of interest, budget, and residency status in determining successful candidacy.
2. Current employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply.
3. Current employees who are qualified will be given preference.
4. Only successful applicants who meet the minimum requirements will be notified.
5. The Human Resources Office will NOT accept applications or resume submitted in U.S. Government official envelopes.
6. The minimum requirements must be adequately addressed in the cover letter of your application package. Failure to do so will disqualify your application.
HOW TO APPLY:

Interested applicants for this position MUST submit the following, or the application will not be considered:

1. A type-written application specifically applying for this position, and addressing the minimum requirements as advertised. Please reference the job title and announcement number on the application letter.
2. A current resume or curriculum vitae, listing all job responsibilities; plus
3. Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards, copies of degrees earned) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.
4. Please indicate position title and vacancy announcement number on the top right corner of the envelope and also on the subject line of the application letter

SUBMIT APPLICATION TO:

USAID Nigeria
ATTN: Human Resource Office
c/o U.S. Embassy
Plot 1075 Diplomatic Drive
Central Business District
Abuja, FCT,
Nigeria
POINT OF CONTACT: Tel: 09-461-9300 ext. 9319
CLOSING DATE FOR THIS POSITION IS: May 16, 2011

An Equal Opportunity Employer
Approved: EXO: KMcGrath
Drafted: HR: CEdereka
Cleared: OFM: LAkhelumele
Cleared: OFM: CEBrooks

CLICK HERE TO APPLY ONLINE

Pro-Health International (PHI) Recruitment For Various Positions

Pro-Health International (PHI) Recruitment For Various Positions

THE ORGANIZATION:

Pro-Health International is a Christian, non-profit voluntary health care organization with a focus on uplifting the health status of the less privileged, neglected rural populace in Africa. Since its inceptio, Pro-Health International (PHI) has been involved in over 170 periodic short- term (1-2 weeks in duration) healthcare outreaches Nigeria, Ghana, Burkina Faso, Zambia, The Gambia, Mali, Niger, Burundi and Malawi.
OUR HISTORY:

Pro-Health International was founded in 1991 by a group of concerned medical professionals led by Dr Iko Ibanga. Having been involved in medical missions sponsored by International organizations, God gave him a vision to start an organization that would involve more Nigerian health care professionals. He was greatly inspired by Dr Bob Schoffstall. By combining local and foreign health care providers, he saw the potential for a greater collaborative effort of cultural exchange and practice. Foreign physicians would impart their advanced technical know-how while local physicians would be more familiar with the problems facing local healthcare. Thus a combined mission would provide a perfect balance. What started with 3-4 missions in a year has grown to 25-30 missions annually.

Pro-Health International (PHI) is an indigenous, faith-based, non-profit, non-governmental and community-focused organization that focuses on providing health care and HIV/AIDS prevention programs to the African populace, especially Nigerian. PHI is currently implementing a USAID funded HIV/AIDS Reduction Program in Niger Delta (HARPIN) with project sites in Cross-River and River States and is recurring qualified professional staff to fill positions based in Calabar  and Port Harcourt .
CURRENT VACANT POSITIONS:

HIV/AIDS PREVENTION MANAGER (Port Harcourt):

The Prevention Manager will work with PHI Project Management Team (PMT) to provide mentorship, technical assistance and supportive supervision to CBO’s, partners and health facilities to ensure than activities are appropriately planned, implement, monitors and evaluate in Rivers and Cross-Rivers State.
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE:

A Masters degree in Social Sciences, Public Health, Social Work or other relevant degree with a minimum of5 years of relevant field experience, preferably in Nigeria. He/she must have demonstrated expertise in HIV/AIDS prevention program design, implementation and management with a minimum of four years experience in a senior position providing technical assistance to NGOs, CBOs and FBOs in HIV/AIDS prevention
POST TITLE: PMTCT ADVISOR (2)

LOCATION: Port Harcourt and Calabar

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Program Advisor will provide direct supervision and oversight for the HARPIN PMTCT program and also serve as the primary contact to donor for all issues related, to USAID supported PMTCT and pediatric care program activities. He/she will work with PHI PMT to provide mentorship, technical assistance and supportive supervision to PMTCT sites and ensure that activities are appropriately planned, implemented, monitored and evaluated
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE:

Medical degree and a Masters degree in Public Health(desirable) with a minimum of 3 years of progressive responsible experience providing support/guideline to regional and/or national level PMTCT services, including experience in designing and managing public sector programs required
 

POST TITLE:   SEXUAL TRANSMISSION PREVENTION ADIVSOR 

LOCATION: Calabar

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Advusor will lead a team of program staff to manage community based organizations to achieve set objectives. He/she will plan, design and implement sexual transmission prevention of HIV/AAIDS programs under the PEPFAR program according to the national guidelines and will lead several advocacy visits to key policy makers in Rivers and Cross Rivers state
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE:

A Masters degree in social sciences, public health promotion sciences or a related fuel with a minimum of 3 years experience. Experience in implementation of behavior change communication and community mobilization programs in the areas of RH and working with USAID supported behavior change and community mobilization programs will be an advantage
 

POST TITLE:   MONITORING AND EVALUATION MANAGER 

LOCATION: Port Harcourt

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

The M&E Manager will provide leadership in managing all aspect of the program’s monitoring and evaluation component and other project related research  and management information systems.He/she will train and supervise partner organizations and sub-awardees on management information system (MIS) and record keeping, as well as ensure quality of data that are collected
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE:

A Masters in public health, Epidemiology, demography, statistic or other relevant social science or research field and at least 5 years of professional experience in monitoring and evaluation or other relevant health related analytical experience.
HOW TO APPLY:

To be considered for the listed positions, an applicant must submit his/her CV and an application letter that provide details of the applicant’s qualifications for the desired position to erenpat@yahoo.com , a.ajigbotaje@prohealthinternational.org or adamsbimbo@yahoo.com. In the subject line you wish to apply for.
APPLICATION DEADLINE:  Deadline for submission is May 19, 2011.

NOTE: Only qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Health Systems 20/20 Project (USAID) Job: Recruitment for Coordination & Management Specialist

Health Systems 20/20 Project (USAID) Job: Recruitment for Coordination & Management Specialist

We are recruiting for the position below:

JOB TITLE:   Coordination and Management Specialist

JOB  LOCATION: Abuja
 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
 

1. Assist in the coordination and implementation of strategies that build consensus among stakeholders,
 

2. Assist in strengthening the effectiveness of various coordination mechanisms at the federal level,
 

3 Assist in implementation of strategic and operational planning processes that involve multiple stakeholders,
 

4. Assist the NHMIS Branch in implementing processes to monitor implementation of HIS strengthening activities,
 

5. Assist in organization of workshops and meetings,
 

6. Provide support to the NHMIS Branch in management and coordination of the various activities in the Action Plan,
 

7. Assist in establishing effective coordination mechanisms at the state levels,
 

8. Provide management support to the NHMIS Branch.
QUALIFICATIONS:

1. 5 years of mid-level management experience,
 

2. Commitment to and understanding of the concept of country ownership,
 

3. Critical thinking skills,
 

4.  Excellent organizational and management skills,

5. Skills in using MS Word and Excel,
 

6. Strong communication skills – writing and oral,
 

7. Ability to work effectively with HMIS technical specialists and with minimal supervision,
 

8. Ability to work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders,
 

9. University degree although experience and skills areas more important the academic qualifications.
 

APPLICATION DEADLINE:   Friday, April 22nd 2011
METHOD OF APPLICATION:

Applications should be submitted along with resumes (CV) and sent in soft and hard copies to the email contact and office address respectively.
Office Address
 

35, Justice Sowemimo Street,
 

Off T.Y. Danjuma Street, Asokoro, Abuja
 

Email: seun.adeleke@abtremote.com
 

Website: www.hs2020.org