Achieving Health Nigeria Initiative (AHNi) is Recruiting
Achieving Health Nigeria Initiative (AHNi) is a non-profit organization that promotes socio-economic development by supporting global health and economic initiatives in Nigeria. AHNi currently has its headquarters in Abuja, Nigeria.
To strengthen these operations and interventions in the country, we are seeking qualified candidates for the position below:
Job Title: Logistics / Procurement Assistant
Locations: Yola & Ogoja
Contract type: Fixed-term
Project: UNHCR
Slot: 2
Project Overview
- UNHCR, National Commission for Refugees Migrants and Internally Displaced Persons (NCFRMI) and the State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) are leading the refugee response effort in Nigeria to ensure that Cameroonian refugees receive protection and assistance. Response efforts are delivered under the overall leadership of the host government and alongside the Refugee Coordination Model.
- The conflict in north-east Nigeria has resulted in widespread displacement, violations of international humanitarian and human rights law, protection risks and a deepening humanitarian crisis.
- The crisis continues to uproot the lives of thousands of children, women, and men and is adding to the long history of marginalization and chronic under-development. In the three most affected states of Borno, Adamawa, and Yobe, 7.7 million people need humanitarian assistance, more than 50 percent of whom are children. In areas recently retaken by the government, vulnerable host populations are in critical need of humanitarian interventions including food, water, sanitation, protection, education, shelter, and health services.
Job Descriptions
- Under operational supervision from the Program Officer, will assist in the planning and implementation of systems and policies that guide all operations related to procuring supplies and services (in accordance with AHNi policy) in support of the state office and on the projects.
- S/he will also assist in managing grants and contracting functions.
Minimum Requirement Standards
- BS / BA degree in a relevant field with 3-5 years of relevant procurement experience.
- Or MS / MA degree in relevant field with 1-3 years of relevant procurement experience.
- Demonstrated success in multicultural environments is an advantage.
- Familiarity with donor-funded procurement rules and regulations (experience with USAID procurement a plus)
Job Title: Logistic & Procurement Officer
Location: Abuja
Project: UNHCR
Contract Type: Fixed Term
Project Overview
- UNHCR, National Commission for Refugees Migrants and Internally Displaced Persons (NCFRMI) and the State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) are leading the refugee response effort in Nigeria to ensure that Cameroonian refugees receive protection and assistance. Response efforts are delivered under the overall leadership of the host government and alongside the Refugee Coordination Model.
- The conflict in north-east Nigeria has resulted in widespread displacement, violations of international humanitarian and human rights law, protection risks and a deepening humanitarian crisis.
- The crisis continues to uproot the lives of thousands of children, women, and men and is adding to the long history of marginalization and chronic under-development. In the three most affected states of Borno, Adamawa, and Yobe, 7.7 million people need humanitarian assistance, more than 50 percent of whom are children. In areas recently retaken by the government, vulnerable host populations are in critical need of humanitarian interventions including food, water, sanitation, protection, education, shelter, and health services.
Job Description
- Logistic & Procurement Officer under operational supervision from the Senior Program Officer, will assist in the planning and implementation of systems and policies that guide all operations related to procuring supplies and services (in accordance with AHNi policy) in support of the state office and on the projects.
- S/he will also assist in managing grants and contracting functions.
Minimum Requirements
- HND in relevant field with short courses on logistics and supply chain management.
- Prior procurement and logistics experience in the humanitarian sector preferably INGO is required.
- Demonstrated success in multicultural environments is an advantage.
- Familiarity with donor-funded procurement rules and regulations (experience with USAID procurement a plus.
Job Title: Pharmacist
Location: Cross River (Ogoja)
Project: UNHCR
Contract Type: Fixed Term
Project Overview
- UNHCR, National Commission for Refugees Migrants and Internally Displaced Persons (NCFRMI) and the State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) are leading the refugee response effort in Nigeria to ensure that Cameroonian refugees receive protection and assistance. Response efforts are delivered under the overall leadership of the host government and alongside the Refugee Coordination Model.
- The conflict in north-east Nigeria has resulted in widespread displacement, violations of international humanitarian and human rights law, protection risks and a deepening humanitarian crisis.
- The crisis continues to uproot the lives of thousands of children, women, and men and is adding to the long history of marginalization and chronic under-development. In the three most affected states of Borno, Adamawa, and Yobe, 7.7 million people need humanitarian assistance, more than 50 percent of whom are children. In areas recently retaken by the government, vulnerable host populations are in critical need of humanitarian interventions including food, water, sanitation, protection, education, shelter, and health services.
Job Description
- The pharmacist will among other responsibilities dispense medications in line with approved regimens and standards, appropriate packaging with clear instructions, will also be providing medication-related counseling, including reinforcing adherence and advising on potential side effects and drug interactions.
Minimum Requirements
- BS / BA in Logistics, Pharmacy, or relevant field with 0 to 3 years post national youth service experience managing a PSM cycle, including rational health commodities selection, forecasting /quantification, quality assurance spanning the PSM cycle, warehousing/storage, distribution, and LMIS.
- Familiarity with Nigerian public sector health system and NGOs and CBOs is highly desirable.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply by using the “Login as candidate” button below and clearly indicate the Job Title in the provided message box.
Note
- AHNi is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
- Only applications sent electronically (I.e. by e-mail) with the Job Title and Location clearly indicated as the subject of the mail will be considered.
- AHNI does not charge candidates a fee for a test or interview.
Application Deadline 17th February 2020