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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: Protection Assistant – GBV

Locations: Ngala, Banki, and Mubi (1 each)
Contract type: Fixed-term
Project: UNHCR
Slot: 3

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

• The candidate will provide psychosocial support activities at one of the safe spaces.
• Under the supervision of Protection Coordinator, the Protection Assistant will manage all activities related to SGBV / PSS at their assigned field site.

Minimum Requirement Standards

• BA / BS in SGBV / PSS or similar degree with 1-2 years of relevant experience in SGBV and PSS with a sound understanding of protection in humanitarian relief settings.
• Possession of an MPH or postgraduate degree in a related field is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with the Nigerian law enforcement system and NGOs and CBOs is highly desirable.

Job Title: Community Mobilization Assistant

Location: Benue (Kwande)
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

• Community Mobilization Assistant will support the Community Mobilization Officer (CMO) to ensure effective mobilization and engagement with communities for successful campaigns aimed at expanding access to health & nutrition and training.
• The CMA will also support the development and implementation of community-driven approaches to treatment and care and facilitating stronger linkages and partnerships between the public health sector and civil society groups.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree / Diploma in Sociology, Community Development, Social Work and Social Administration or Social Sciences; and
• Must be computer literate (MS Office Packages / Internet);
• Competency and skills in community engagement and understanding of Nutrition, health and gender issues; sensitivity to cultural differences, and understanding of political and ethical issues
• Ability to work well with others, develop and maintain compatibility among recipients of assistance.
• Minimum three (3) years working experience with INGOs, NGOs and/or CBOs.

Job Title: Health & Financing Officer

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

• Health & Financing Officer will provide technical and programmatic support to implement high-quality care and support activities with primary focus on clinical management of integrated medical services at the LGA level will also provide day to day technical and programmatic support related nutritional and integrated medical services at the facility level guided by strategies and approaches related to the implementation programs.

Minimum Requirements

• MBBS / MD / Ph.D. or similar degree with 1 to 3 years of relevant experience in clinical care with a sound understanding of humanitarian integrated health program delivery in resource-constrained settings.
• Possession of an MPH or postgraduate degree in a related field is required.
• Familiarity with Nigerian public health sector systems and NGOs and CBOs is highly desirable.

Job Title: Community Mobilization Officer

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

• Community Mobilization Officer will ensure effective coordination and engagement with the various communities for a successful campaign for expanding access to health & nutrition management and training; by specifically supporting community-driven approaches to treatment and care; and facilitating stronger linkages and partnerships between the public health sector and civil society groups.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree / Diploma in Sociology, Community Development, Social Work and Social Administration or Social Sciences; and must be computer literate (MS Office Packages / Internet);
• Competency and skills in community engagement and understanding of nutrition, health and gender issues; sensitivity to cultural differences, and understanding of political and ethical issues
• Ability to work well with others, develop and maintain compatibility among recipients of assistance
• Five (5) years working experience with INGOs, NGOs and/or CBOs.

Job Title: Technical Assistant (Health & Nutrition Services)

Location: Ogoja
Contract type: Fixed-term
Project: UNHCR
Slot: 2 Openings

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

• The candidate will work closely with the Technical Officer in providing technical support to primary and secondary health facilities to provide high-quality care and support to refugees and members of host communities

Minimum Requirement Standards

• MB.BS /MD / Ph.D. or similar degree with 1 to 3 years of relevant experience in clinical care with a sound understanding of humanitarian integrated health program delivery in resource-constrained settings.
• Possession of an MPH or postgraduate degree in a related field is required.
• Familiarity with Nigerian public health sector systems and NGOs and CBOs is highly desirable.

Job Title: Technical Officer (Health & Nutrition Services)

Locations: Ogoja & Kwande
Contract type: Fixed-term
Project: UNHCR
Slot: 2 Openings

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

• The candidate will provide technical and programmatic support to implement high-quality care and support activities with a primary focus on clinical management of integrated medical services at the LGA level.

Minimum Requirement Standards

• MB.BS / MD / Ph.D. or similar degree with 1 to 3 years of relevant experience in clinical care with a sound understanding of humanitarian integrated health program delivery in resource-constrained settings.
• Possession of an MPH or postgraduate degree in a related field is required.
• Familiarity with Nigerian public health sector systems and NGOs and CBOs is highly desirable.

Job Title: Case Worker – Gender-Based Violence

Locations: Yola, Mubi, Ngala & Banki (1 each)
Contract type: Fixed-term
Project: UNHCR
Slot: 4

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

• Candidates will provide programmatic and operational support in one of the four field sites.
• Under the supervision of the Project Coordinator, the caseworker will engage clients including appropriate capture of the SGBV survivors’ stories, needs and concerns, and comprehensive communication on available services.

Minimum Requirement Standards

• BA / BS in Social with 1 to 2 years’ relevant experience in SGBV and PSS with a sound understanding of protection in humanitarian relief settings.
• Possession of an MPH or postgraduate degree in social work is desired.
• Familiarity with Nigerian law enforcement systems 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