ActionAid Nigeria is looking to recruit four consultants with contracts running for 10 months to fill the position of Policy Advocacy & Gender Technical Coordinator
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ActionAid Nigeria is looking to recruit four consultants with contracts running for 10 months to fill the position of Policy Advocacy & Gender Technical Coordinator.
The position is a fixed term non-renewable contract and located in Nasarawa, Lagos and Kaduna.
The Policy Advocacy and Gender Technical Coordinator will be responsible for the planning, management of strategic and operational prevention-focused policy, advocacy and research issues on HIV/AIDS and gender at state level.
Interested applicants should send their updated CVs clearly indicating state of interest to vacancy.nigeria@actionaid.org on or before 26 August, 2013.
Ensure proper management and reporting of both merchandised and non- merchandised stock
Responsible for overall housekeeping- Ambience, Cleanliness, Shop merchandising, layout and customer traffic flow, appearance of store staff, image and ergonomics
Manage budget, costs and overheads, and all factors affecting the profitability of the store
Drive and ensure Target achievement
Ensure Reports are timely and accurate
Ensure excellent customer service is experienced at all times.
Manage and motivate staff; also with support from HR, recruit staff, train and develop staff, according to company policies and employment laws, and ensure relevant HR procedures are followed (appraisals, discipline, grievance, etc.)
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
Utilize support from HO, suppliers, merchandisers and other partners as required; manage, maintain and report as necessary all merchandise and non-merchandise stock.
Seek and continuously develop knowledge and information about competitor activity, pricing and tactics, and communicate this to relevant departments in the Company.
Identify current and future customer requirements by establishing rapport with potential and actual customers and other persons in a position to understand service requirements.
Manage and maintain effectiveness of IT and other essential in-store systems; also manage the safety and security systems, emergency systems, capabilities and staff and customer awareness, according to company policy and relevant law.
The Person:
The successful candidate will be required to possess:
A B.Sc. degree in any discipline would be preferred.
Excellent customer service, selling and Interpersonal skills.
4 -5 years retail/sales management experience with electronics or home appliances in a fast paced environment.
The ability for self-motivation and multi-tasking.
Strong leadership skills and ability to act independently.
Good modern retail management skills.
A high level of enthusiasm, drive and resilience.
Effective team management skills.
Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and internet explorer.
Please note that only qualified candidates will be shortlisted
Save the Children is the leading independent organization creating lasting Change in the lives of children in over 120 countries around the world. Recognized for our commitment to accountability, innovation and collaboration, our work takes us into the heart of communities. Where we help children and families help themselves. We work with other organizations, governments, non-profits and a variety of local partners while maintaining our own independence without political agenda or religious orientation. Save the Children's mission is to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives. Save the Children is looking for experienced development professionals to work within the Nigeria Country Programme. These roles will be critical for the delivery of results for children expected by this programme.
School Health and Nutrition Coordinator
Roles: The school Health and Nutrition Coordinator will Work closely with the Director of Program Development & Quality, Education Advisor/Manager and the Health Team, with support from SCUS SHN Specialist. to contribute to proposals that support the growth of School Health and Nutrition activities in urban Lagos schools. Conduct and supervise all aspects offormative school health and nutrition activities including:
Assess current school health services in collaboration with students, communities and the Ministry of Health.
Identify and engage stakeholders and partners.
Develop and conduct a Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices survey.
Compile and analyze aforementioned formative data to develop a situation analysis, and community engagement and program strategy.
Monitoring & Evaluation
Work with Head of M&E to develop an M&E plan for the SHN program.
Oversee the collection of school health and nutrition data for the purpose of reporting, advocacy. decision-making, etc.
Escalate data to the CO's M&E Head for analysis
Work with the Head of M&E. with support from SHN Specialist to plan and carry out Result Reviews and reports for P&G and Save the Children.
Document lessons learned, collect case studies and success stories for reporting and advocacy purposes
Work with Nigeria country office staff to carry out SHN baseline, monitoring, deadline and other studies
Qualifications: In order to be successful within this role, the incumbent must have a
Bachelor's degree and preferable a Master's degree in public health or social sciences.
Relevant experience and knowledge in performing qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis, including desk reviews and situation analyses is essential.
Proven experience in training. community mobilization is required. The candidate should have the ability to speak one or more other local languages in Lagos State as well as work with minimum supervision.
Food Security & Livelihoods Adviser
Roles: The Food Security and Livelihoods Adviser under the general direction and guidance of the Programme Development and Quality Director ensure all food security and livelihoods programming is of excellent technical quality, attracts significant donor funding and contributes to national, regional and global learning, advocacy and programme development. The post holder is expected to provide technical advice and support to project staff to ensure programming objectives are successfully achieved and actively participate in the development of the Country Strategic and Thematic Plans. Speciflcally lead in the definition of strategic axis of intervention on resilience, social protection, safety nets and livelihood support. Qualifications:
Postgraduate qualification in discipline related to Agricultural economics, development economics, agriculture, food security or other relevant discipline.
Significant international experience (at least 5 years) in food security and livelihoods programming in at least one Sub-Saharan country with specific experience and/or advanced understanding of the following:
Social protection systems for vulnerable populations especially pastoral and agro-pastoral populations;
Experience of running and monitoring cash transfer programmes;
Designing and implementing market assessments and analysis of data collected;
LGA Technical Adviser (LTA)
The Local Government Advisor will strengthen the capacity of the Local Government Area (LGA) nutrition focal person or team (as designated by the LGA) in management, delivery, and advocacy of cost-effective malnutrition prevention and treatment interventions (interventions include - Infant & Young Child Feeding, Community Management of Acute Malnutrition, Maternal & Child Health Weeks).Strengthen capacities of LGA personnel/nutrition team on planning, financing and management of nutrition interventions, support assessment preparation and planning for implementation of nutrition interventions with LGA Team. Qualifications:
At least a BA in programme management, health and nutrition, or related social science.
Previous experience with local and international NGOs.
Strong programme management background, including HR management.
Significant experience in planning, managing and delivering a programme, including costing, managing and monitoring budgets.
Effective resource planning, including commodifies and technical expertise is essential.
Method of Application Kindly send your CV. and covering letter on or before 4th of September 2013 explaining why you are suitable to nigeriavacancy@savethechildren.org State position clearly in the subject field as applications without appropriate subject will be disqualified. Also, applications received after the deadline will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. In order to apply for more great opportunities, please visit our website on www.savethechildren.net/jobs For more information and to support our work, please visit our website on www.savethechildren.net Our selection processes reflect our commitment to safeguard children from abuse. Our people are as diverse as the challenges we face.
Wood Affairs Nig. Ltd. is a limited liabilily company that is into the manufacture and sales ot furniture, electronics. office. home appliances and general contractors. Below are Ille vacancies available for application
1. Quantity Surveyors
Requirements: 1. B.Sc or HND 2. Minimum of 3 years working experience
2. Architects
Requirements: 1. B.Sc or HND 2. Minimum of3years practical working experience 3. Experience in the use of architectural software packages 4. 3-D design
Requirements: 1. B.Sc or HND 2. Minimum of 3 years practical working experience 3. Ability to Identify actions, objects and events 4. Ability to update and use relevant information 5. Excellent communication and organisational skill.
4. Business Development Manager
Requirements: 1. Minimum of BSc or HND 2. Minimum of 3 yearsmanagerial experience (post NYSC experience) 3. Ability to minimise cost and maximise profit 4. Ability to drive rei ail business operations 5. Ability to supervise sales, store, and accounts 6. Human resource skills 7. Excellent leadership, organisational, and communication skills 8. Experience in showroom (furniture and electronics) management is an added advantage.
5. Store/Ware House Officer
Requirements: 1. Minimum of 3 years working experience 2. Should be able to handle large volume of stock valuation 3. Stock control (in-bound and out-bound) 4. Knowledge in furniture In an advantage 5. Expenence in proper arrangement 01 goods in warehouse 6. Excellenlorganisation. communication. and leadership skill
6. Secretary
Requirements: 1. Minimum of 3 years working experience 2. Ability to handle office equipment (photocopier, scanner. binding and laminating machine) 3. Knowledge in proper filling of documents 4. Experience in packaging of technical/pre-qualificalion documents 5. Excellent communication and organisational skills 6. Excellent typing skills 7. Must be able to write letters effiCiently
7. Marketers
Requirements: 1. B.sc or HND 2. Excellent communication skills 3. Purpose driven 4. Experience is not compulsory, but will be an added advantage
8. Accountant
Requirements: 1. Minimum of 3 years post NYSC experience 2. ICAN and ACA 3. Prepare cash and bank books 4. Prepare bank reconcilialion 5. Knowledge of generat' ledger 6. Should be able to prepare schedule for debtors and creditors 7. Trial balance 8. Experience in Tax and Audit matters 9. Experience in the use of accounting software packages 10 .Good statistical, analytical and interpersonal skills 11. Staff supervision
Method of Application All applications should be forwarded to woodaffairsjobs@gmail.com OR 332 Adetokunbo Ademola Crescent, Wuse 2, Abuja Not later than 2 weeks from this publication. For enquiries, call: 07055616756. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.
The National Malaria Control Programme (NMCP), with support of Roll Back Malaria (RBM) Partners has committed itself to universal coverage for all malaria interventions as the optimal approach to malaria control. The Malaria Strategic Plan 2009-2013 thus expands the programmatic focus from the vulnerable to the entire population at risk. The major interventions adopted for malaria control in Nigeria include ensuring that: (i) All individuals, especially vulnerable groups, have access to appropriate treatment within 24 hours of onset of symptoms; {ii} All individuals.especially vulnerable groups sleep inside Insecticide Treated Nets/long lasting Insecticide-treated Nets. The target of the NCMP'is to ensure that at least 80% coverage of these interventions accomplished by 2010 is sustained. This would be achieved through provision of anti-malaria commodities to Public Health Institutions and not-for-profit Health Organizations forthe implementation ofthese interventions. Several funding partners, including the Global Fund to fight AIDs, Tuberculosis and Malaria (GFATM) contribute towards the achievement of the NMCP's goals through articulated support to agreed programme areas. The NMCP is one of the Principal Recipients implementing the Global Fund Round 8 Malaria Grant in Nigeria. Under the Phase 2 of the grant, which commenced in November 2011, the objective is to contribute to the rapid and sustained scale up of Malaria Control interventions for impact and intensifying Malaria control interventions towards universal access in Nigeria. The project is focused on the creation, development and expansion of government-private partnership and strengthens the participation of communities and peoples in malaria control interventions. The Global Fund Round 8 Phase 2 Malaria Project is implemented in 30 States including the F.C.T. The Federal Ministry of Health in collaboration with the Country Coordinating Mechanism (CCM) and the Global Fund has decided to reposition NMCP to be more responsive to the implementation of the Grant for optimal impact. To this end, vacancies now exist at NMCP for the following positions
Senior Technical Advisor
(Global Fund Program) to the National Coordinator of the National Malaria Control Program (NMCP) in Nigeria. Station: Abuja Reporting: To the National Coordinator. Job Description: The job entails the provision of Technical Advice to the National Coordinator (NC) in support of the successful implementation of the Global Fund grant in line with the National Malaria Strategic Plan, which focuses on prevention, diagnosis and treatment, advocacy, communication, monitoring & evaluation and community mobilization. Scope Of Work: The technical advisory covers all aspects of the Global Fund Malaria Control Project in Nigeria and related activities. Duties and Responsibilities: The overall responsibility of the Senior Technical Advisor (STA) is to render technical assistance to the National Coordinator on the effective coordination, implementation and management of Global Fund Malaria Control Project and in collaboration with the Program Manager (GF), provide day to day support to the NCMP Global Fund Team in mitigating bottlenecks and performance challenges in order to achieve grant activities and targets within designated timelines. Specific duties and responsibilities include:
Monitoring grant performance, including the results against Performance Framework 24 hours of onset of symptoms;Lasting Insecticide-treated Nets.
Bring-up to the NC's attention weekly/monthly schedules of GF Project activities to be indicator targets, adherence to program Budget, Work plan, and Program Implementation Plan (PIP), as well as timely fulfillment of the Grant-related Condition Precedents (CPs) and Special Terms and Conditions (STCs);implemented by NMCP or those by other partners/SRs in which NMCP is to play a role;
Keeping tab on timely attainment of GF Project deliverables and bringing up any identified bottlenecks to the attention of the NC before the process is severely jeopardized, whileproviding effective risk mitigation recommendations;
Keeping tab on all management letters and ensuring that all issues raised are resolved expeditiously in collaboration with the Global Fund Program Manager and Team;
Ensuring that grant documentation and filing procedures (including effective filing of soft copies and effective back up system) are implemented and an up-to-date file is maintained for each SR with timely inclusion of all relevant documents, including copies of communication/disbursement records;
Ensuring that program documents requested on a regular or ad-hoc basis (such as training plans, revised grant agreement documents, etc) meet the relevant criteria/fully address the relevant comments from GF and partners and are quality checked before submission to the Global Fund;
Ensuring that Progress Update and Disbursement Requests (PUDRs) are discussed collectively with the different functions (program management, PSM, M&E, finance, internal audit) to ensure quality analysis of the issues and identification of appropriate solutions, ensuring that this is captured in the PUDR, and double checking the PUDRs in collaboration with the PM (GF) to ensure accuracy and quality reporting before forwarding to Global Fund;
Bringing to the attention of the NC red flags in the Compliance Unit that signifies compromise to Financial Management Standard required by the NMCP and Global Fund and propose mitigation measures;
Assist the NC in monitoring staff performance evaluation/management system at NMCP, including evaluating the strengths and weaknesses of existing performance evaluation/management systems;
Identifying situations/circumstances in GF States/other SRs that may warrant coordination intervention by the NC and convening relevant meetings with the approval of the NC;
Identifying States/line Ministries/other stakeholders where advocacy by the NC is required and planning such in collaboration with the Programme Management/relevant Branch;
Participating/Representing the NC in GF budget sessions, program reviews, audits and work plan development;
Conduct consultations, interviews and collection of relevant data on behalf of the NC during visits to Sub recipients and other field activities at all levels that may facilitate program implementation.
Ensuring that updates, presentations and minutes for relevant GF internal and external meetings are prepared as may be required by the NC;
Ensuring that GF activities are integrated into the overall malaria country response and support the coordination of these activities to avoid duplication of efforts and programming gaps;
Assisting in ensuring effective communication and coordination with partners, including donor agencies, and other stakeholders working on malaria control in Nigeria;
Assisting the NC to maintain effective communication channel with the CCM;
Any other duty as may be deemed fit and assigned from time to time by the National Coordinator.
Skills and Expertise Required: Applicants for this position should possess the following minimum qualifications:
Advanced Degree in Public Health/Health Management;
At least ten (10) years of professional experience in health program management, in malaria control program in Nigeria or similar country context;
Good understanding of Global Fund grants and processes;
Demonstrated ability to supervise functional teams and coordinate staff;
Demonstrated ability to undertake staff performance / management systems evaluation;
Demonstrated advisory, analytical and problem solving skills;
Excellent writing and oral communication and presentation skills;
Ability and willingness to travel to project-supported states within Nigeria;
Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Head Of Finance, Global Fund Program
Station: Abuja Reporting: To the National Coordinator. Job Description: NMCP depends on its ability to demonstrate outstanding stewardship of financial donations/grants, and to maintain the highest accounting and finance standards for its grants. The Head of Finance would play a pivotal role in overseeing all financial aspects of GF grant implementation, responsible for the financial control environment of the organization, including accurate and timely delivery of monthly, quarterly and annual reporting and the preparation of budgets, forecasting, and variance reporting analysis for NMCP, its Sub-Recipients and State Malaria Control The successful candidate would work closely with the senior management team of the organization, external and internal auditors, consultants, Local Fund Agent of the Global Fund, and members of staff from the Global Fund Secretariat. S/He will lead, mentor and develop a finance team of 6, direct reportsand report directly to the National Coordinator of the NMCP.The development and delivery of risk management and compliance strategies will be fundamental to the successful execution of the role of the Head of Finance. The successful candidate is expected tobuild strong relationships across the organization, with external stakeholders, and ensure the finance function is deeply embedded in both the day-to-day functions and longer term strategic initiatives of the organization. Scope Of Work: The scope of work covers all aspects of the financial management of Global Fund Malaria Control Project implemented by NMCP. Duties And Responsibilities: a. Financial Management
Ensure compliance with NMCP and GF policies and procedures, systems and practices;
Ensure the preparation of quality Progress Update and Disbursement Requests (PUDRs) and other reports to GF and other stakeholders;
Ensure accuracy of work plan and budget submitted by NMCP and oversees monitoring of all budgets on a continuous basis;
Ensure the safe custody of NMCP/GF assets, individual staff files, bank account cheque books and other related documents;
Review SRs financial reports and sampled transactions for compliance with the work plan/budget and GF policies and procedures, assuring expenses are properly approved, adequate substantiation has been provided, and project allocations are correctly recorded;
Continuously review and assess the effectiveness and efficiency of the financial management policies, procedures and processes and identify issues/ institute improvement where necessary;
Supervise the NMCP Project Accountant(s) on the following duties:
i. Preparation of receipts, payment vouchers and cheques and follow up for necessary
ii. Posting on a daily basis, financial transactions data into SAGE (computerized accounting software);
iii. Keeping accurate record of all books of accounts and ensuring that all accounting approval/signature records are consistent with generally accepted accounting principles.
Provide quality control checks on the SAGE accounting software entries to ensuring that valid input data are entered into the accounting system, and all financial transactions are appropriately processed, using the correct accounting codes (project, activity and donor).
Manage relationship with internal auditors, external auditors and other reviewers ensuring they get the necessary support and cooperation to perform their duties.
b. Grants Management
Keeping tab on all management letters and ensuring that all issues raised are resolved expeditiously in collaboration with the Global Fund Program Manager and Team;
Ensuring that grant documentation and filing procedures (including effective filing of soft copies and effective back up system) are implemented and an up-to-date file is maintained for each SR with timely inclusion of all relevant documents, including copies of communication/disbursement records;
Ensuring that PUDRs are discussed collectively with the different functions (program management, PSM, M&E, finance) to ensure quality analysis of the issues and identification of appropriate solutions, ensuring that this is captured in the PUDR, and double checking the PUDRs in collaboration with the PM (GF) to ensure accuracy and quality reporting before forwarding to Global Fund;
Ensure all fund management and disbursement functions are in line with NMCP and GF financial policies and procedures.
c. Training and Technical Assistance
Periodically visit implementing partners (SRs) and provide training and TA in the areas of Finance and Grant Management;
Ensure implementing partners (SRs) have a clear work plan and budget;
Ensure PMU staff is trained on grant compliance issues to ensure compliance with NMCP and GF requirements;
Guide and support sub recipients' accountants and other staff to ensure GF financial management standards are upheld. Arrange additional training/capacity building for implementing partners (SRs) as required;
Support grants team to analyze monthly expenditure, raising alarms when overspends/underspends are recognized.
d. Team Management and Development
Manage the finance team, ensure recruitment, training and promotion of staff are appropriate and ensure availability of professional development opportunities;
Ensure effective use of the Performance Management System including the establishment of clear, measureable objectives, on-going feedback, periodic reviews and fair and unbiased evaluations.
e. Others
Oversee occasional related tasks in the Administration, Logistics, Procurement, and HR sphere.
Perform other duties assigned by the National Coordinator, NMCP.
Required Skills And Experience
Advanced Degree in Accounting/Finance;
ICAN or equivalent degree (CA, CPA, ACCA) strongly recommended;
A minimum of 10 years non-profit accounting and grants management experience;
Understanding of GF policies and procedures would be viewed favourably;
Effectiveness in training and coaching finance and non-finance staff in internal control policies and procedures to ensure highest standards are maintained;
Excellent experience of budgeting and budget management;
Excellent understanding of financial systems and procedures;
Excellent experience of computerized accounts packages, Excel, PowerPoint and Word;
A confident communicator with strong interpersonal and negotiation skills;
Ability to manage a complex and diverse workload and to work to tight deadlines;
Comfortable with ambiguity and able to operate effectively within a constantly changing environment;
"Can do" attitude, with proven ability to deliver results and manage change effectively;
Ability to build a proactive team, motivating staff and working collaboratively with colleagues and providing support and advice as necessary.
Project Accountant (GF)
Reporting: To the Head of Finance Station: Abuja Job Description: The Project Accountant will play a pivotal role in the establishment and proper maintenance of the finance and accounting system of the project in accordance with the policies and procedures of the NMCP and the Global Fund. The main duties include: a. Grant management
Review the retirements of advances of staff for training, M&E etc. to ensure that advances are retired with acceptable documentations and vouchers, and also follow up on staff advances to ensure timely retirement including necessary refund of unused fund;
Manage all project assets and stock items, ensuring satisfactory level of accountability and internal control at all times;
Maintain asset register, and ensuring that insurance/policies on Assets are paid as and when
Ensure that grant documentation and filing procedures (including effective filing of hard copies and effective back up system) are implemented and an up-to-date file is maintained for each SR with timely inclusion of all relevant documents, including copies of communication/disbursement records;
Provide support for both internal and external audit processes of the project and follow up on audit findings and recommendations;
Support in designing, installing, implementing and maintaining adequate accounting and internal control systems;
Maintain working relationship with banks to ensure timely banking transactions;
Ensure compliance with NMCP and GF policies and procedures, systems and practices;
Prepare work plan and budget/forecast for the grant and oversee monitoring of all budgets on a continuous basis;
Ensure that Sub Recipients (SRs) submit their financial reports on a timely basis and review transactions for compliance with the work plan/budget and GF policies and procedures, ensuring that expenses are properly approved and recorded in the correct cost category;
Continuously review and assess the effectiveness and efficiency of the financial management policies, procedures and processes and identify improvement where necessary;
Ensure that financial issues raised in all management letters from the Global Fund are resolved expeditiously;
Ensure that funds are disbursed to the SRs on a timely and efficient manner considering the fulfillment of conditions precedent to disbursement by SRs.
Financial management/Accounting Entries
Supervise the Account Assistant(s) on the following duties:
i. Preparation of receipts, payment vouchers and cheques and follow up for necessary approval/signature; ii. Posting on daily basis, financial transactions data into SAGE (computerized accounting software); iii. Keeping accurate record of all books of accounts and ensuring that all accounting records are consistent with generally accepted accounting principles.
Coding of various payment vouchers to facilitate recording in the SAGE Accounting software;
Provide quality control checks on the SAGE entries to ensuring that valid input data are entered into the accounting systems, and all financial transactions are appropriately processed, using the correct accounting codes;
Take a lead in the monthly closure of accounts within required deadlines;
Prepare necessary audit schedules including Trial balance, details of fixed assets etc for the conduct of the annual audits by the NMCP's external auditors;
Maintain accurate cashbooks for all the bank accounts;
Manage petty cash and ensure that all expenses have supporting documentation attached to ensure accountability of the funds;
Support management of vendor relationships, pay bills and invoices in a timely manner.
c. Reporting
Prepare accurate, regular and timely financial reports of the project to management for planning and decision-making. These include:
i. monthly bank reconciliation statements; ii. monthly financial transactions/expenditure reports, staff and consultants advance status iii. monthly budget tracking analysis, determining the variance analysis and work with
Prepare quality Progress Update and Disbursement Requests (PUDRs) and other reports to Global Fund.
d. Technical Assistance
Periodically visit implementing partners (SRs) and provide training and TA in the areas of Finance and Grant Management;
Ensure implementing partners (SRs) have a clear work plan and budget;
Guide and support Sub Recipients' accountants and other staff to ensure GF financial management standards are upheld.
Perform any other work that may be assigned by the Head of Finance.
Required Skills And Experience
Bachelor's degree in accounting, business or finance
ICAN or equivalent degree (CA, CPA, ACCA) strongly recommended
A minimum of 7 years non-profit accounting and grants management experience
Excellent experience of budgeting and budget management
Excellent understanding of financial systems and procedures
Enthusiastic and self motivated but works well in teams
Strong analytical skills and ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Excellent experience of computerized accounts packages, Excel, PowerPoint and Word
Comfortable with ambiguity and able to operate effectively within a constantly changing environment
Internal Auditor (GF)
Reporting: To the Head of Internal Audit Station: Abuja Job Description: NMCP depends on its ability to demonstrate outstanding stewardship of financial donations/grants, and to maintain the highest accounting and finance standards for its grants. The internal auditor would seek to identify risks to the project. The successful candidate would be expected to plan and conduct risk based internal audit assignments including audits, forensic reviews and special investigations etc. S/He would be responsible for evaluating internal control systems and recommending improvements to the internal control systems. The development and delivery of risk management and compliance strategies will be fundamental to the successful execution of the role as Internal Auditor. In addition, the successful candidate would not only strive to provide the highest level of professional service but also maintain the highest ethical standards and due professional care in his or her work and ensure that internal audit activities are carried out in compliance with The IIA's International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing (Standards). Duties And Responsibilities The Internal auditor is responsible for the review of Principal Recipient (PR) and Sub Recipients (SRs) books and records with a view to ensure compliance with rules and procedures. Main duties include: a. Risk management
Identify potential risk areas in the course of audits and investigations; make sure controls are properly designed, implemented and operationally effective to mitigate those risks.
b. Compliance
Examine financial records, information storage systems and internal controls to ensure there are no indications of mismanagement, unnecessary waste of resources or fraud;
Ensure controls established are strictly adhered to and in line with the guiding objectives of the grant and the NMCP by pointing out exceptions;
Ensure the implementation of internal audit approach/plan for the project, monitor objectives and revise as appropriate;
Ensure that laid down limits of authority are consistently complied with;
Ensure that the policies and procedures of the NMCP and the Global Fund are complied with.
c. Audit execution
Prepare annual audit plan and audit calendar;
Create audit objectives and procedures for scheduled audits and reviews;
Plan, coordinate and conduct audits, internal control evaluations and reviews as scheduled in the annual Audit Plan and within the deadlines established in the annual Audit Calendar;
Prepare neat, well-organized and documented work papers and report drafts / memorandums in accordance with Internal Audit Standards;
Contact and agree with the SRs of the timing of audits;
Examine and evaluate financial and information systems, recommending controls to ensure system reliability and data integrity;
Continually review controls put in place for the management of the grant for adequacy;
Verify and check all supporting documents for purpose, value for money, eligibility and appropriate authorization;
Check and ensure that relevant processes are followed for procurements;
Follow through on proper, complete and timely retirements of advances;
Carry out Spot check on all movable assets including cash, vehicles and health commodities;
Perform investigations of suspected fraud or misappropriations and complete special projects as assigned;
Assist in external audit assignments of internal control and substantive testing accurately as requested, completely and in a timely manner.
d. Reporting and follow up
Prepare reports including Executive summary, details of findings and recommendations on each assignment;
Discuss findings and come to an agreement on recommendations and timelines for corrective actions with responsible officers of the PR or SRs audited;
Follow up on findings and recommendations to ensure compliance;
Give opinion on the adequacy and effectiveness of the whole system of internal control;
Summarize in a timely manner selected risk rated audit findings identified in audits and reviews for the semi-annual Internal Audit reports along with additional information that may be requested.
Required Skills And Experience
Bachelor's degree in accounting, business or finance;
Must be a member of a professional accountancy body preferably ICAN, ACCA or CPA;
Experience with the big 4 audit firms will be an advantage;
Must be self-initiating, be able to work independently on routine work assignments and also be able to participate in assignments in a team environment;
Excellent skills in planning and project management and in maintaining composure under pressure while meeting multiple deadlines;
Excellent communication skills (both oral and written) and interpersonal skills with the ability to present complex and sensitive issues to all levels of senior management;
Excellent skill in negotiating issues and resolving problems;
Excellent Computer skills;
Familiarity with the common indicators of fraud;
Enthusiastic and self-motivated;
Demonstrated ability to maintain the confidentiality of information and identities;
Willingness to travel to other States about 30% of the time as a minimum.
Method of Application Interested candidates should forward a letter of intent, highlighting the required attributes with CV to: The National Coordinator, National Malaria Control Programme Abuja, FCT. Via email: nmcpnigeriarecruits@gmail.com Submissions without a subject title will NOT be processed. All applications must be received by Friday, 6th September 2013. Interviews will commence thereafter with a view to engaging the best candidates immediately. Please note that only shortlisted candidates would be contacted for further assessment/interviews.
GENERAL MANAGER Needed At Kerildbert Holdings Limited
Kerildbert Holdings Limited is a Leading 3rd Party Logistics Service Provider, providing Transportation, Clearing & Forwarding, Customs Brokerage and Procurement Services to well-known bluechip companies. Kerildbert is looking for dynamic staff in their Lagos Office
General Manager
Key Responsibilities ·Reporting directly to the board of Directors of the company. ·Oversee activities directly related to providing services(Finance, Sales, Operation, Administration and Marketing). ·Direct and coordinate activities of the business ·Establish and implement departmental policies, goals, objectives,and procedures ·Determine staffing requirements, and interview, hire and train new employees, or oversee ·Driving sustainable and continuous optimisation of the business system by embedding process management and lean thinking ·Ensure projects are completed on time and to a high standard Skills Requirement ·Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modelling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resource ·Time management ·Management of financial resources ·Process improvement and quality management ·Applicant can be male or female ·Remuneration will include Salary and bonuses which will be target and performance based Educational Qualifications ·Must possess a good degree (Business administration or any related discipline from a reputable university ·MBA will be an advantage ·A minimum of 7 years' experience in a key management role ·Logistics Maritime and Shipping experience is an advantage but not compulsory ·Applicant must have concluded NYSC ·Applicant should be 35 years or older
Method of Application
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