Achieving Health Nigeria Initiative (AHNi) is a non-profit organization that promotes socio-economic development by supporting global health and economic initiatives in Nigeria. It was established as an affiliate of the Family Health international (FHI360) to sustain FHI’s achievements in strengthening indigenous organizational capacity in Nigeria. AHNi currently has its headquarters in Abuja, Nigeria.
The Reading and Numeracy Activity (RANA) is a 3 year UNICEF-funded early primary grades reading pilot project implemented in partnership with FHI 360 in collaboration with the governments of Katsina and Zamfara states, RANA aims to improve literacy and numeracy for girls and boys in primary grades 1-3 in the supported states. It will assist approximately 100 formal Schools and Integrated Quranic Schools (IQS) in each of the states.
We are seeking qualified candidate for the following positions below:
Human Resource Assistant
Job TypeFull Time
QualificationBA/BSc/HND
Experience2 – 3 years
Location Abuja
Job Field Human Resources / HR NGO/Non-Profit
Project: SIDHAS
Job Description
The Human Resources Assistant will work closely with the Senior HRO in the provision of operational support to implement an effective, functional Human Resources process for all AHNi projects in team functional areas, including recruitment, employee relations, benefits administration, compensation and HRIS.
Minimum Recruitment Standards
Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management, Business/Public Administration or related field with 2-3 years work experience in the areas outlined.
Good understanding of Human Resources administrative principles.
Computer literate and proficient in the use ofword processing, HR Software and spreadsheets.
Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills.
Finance & Administrative Officers
Job TypeFull Time
QualificationBA/BSc/HND MBA/MSc/MA
Experience1 – 5 years
Location Katsina, Zamfara
Job Field Administration / Secretarial Finance / Accounting / Audit NGO/Non-Profit
Project: RANA
Slot: 2
Job Description
The Finance & Administrative Officer under the direction of the State Team Leader, S/He shall assume responsibility for all state level administrative and accounting/finance responsibilities, alongside ensuring compliance with the contractual financial and administrative requirements of the organization.
Minimum Recruitment Standards
BS/BA degree in Accounting, Finance and Business Administration or its recognized equivalent, and 3 – 5 years relevant experience. Or MS/MA degree in Accounting, Finance and Business Administration or its recognized equivalent, and 1 – 3 years relevant experience.
Minimum of 1-3 years’ experience in accounting related to international development programs.
Familiarity with donor-funded programs and non-governmental organizations in Nigeria is an advantage. CPA, ACA, ICAN or recognized equivalent is an advantage. Demonstrated success in multicultural environments is an advantage.
Literacy Coordinator
Job TypeFull Time
QualificationBA/BSc/HND
Experience3 years
Location Abuja
Job Field NGO/Non-Profit
Project: RANA
Job Description
The Literacy Coordinator will coordinate the Hausa Language reading materials content development for continuous professional development of early primary grade teachers with integrated numeracy and gender contents.
In addition to this, S/he will be largely responsible for technical leadership of state-of-the-art early grade reading program, providing expertise in instruction, assessment, coaching, training and materials development.
Minimum Recruitment Standards
Bachelor’s degree in Education with a concentration in Early Grade Reading, Literacy, Language acquisition or related field.
At least 3 years’ experience itt education reform with a focus on primary education sector work in language acquisition and/or child literacy or reading especially in Hausa Language. Certification as reading/literacy specialist preferred.
Demonstrated ability to work with government, partners and/or local government structures and school settings.
Proven expertise in Hausa Language, early grade reading instruction, assessment and reading material development.
Significant experience in developing and producing of supplementary reading materials, workbooks, trainers’ and teachers’ guides and instructional materials to improve early grades reading.
Knowledge of reading & literacy programs in Northern Nigeria
Contracts & Grants Assistant
Job TypeFull Time
QualificationBA/BSc/HND
Experience3 – 5 years
Location Edo
Job Field NGO/Non-Profit Procurement / Store-Keeping
Project: SIDHAS
Job Description
The Contracts & Grants Assistant under the direction of the Senior Finance & Admin. Officer.
The C&G Assistant shall provide support in the administration and tracking of contracts, grants, task orders and operative agreements as well as supporting the reviewing of sub-agreement and subcontracting implementation activities and contractual arrangements to ensure they meet with donor and organizational regulations.
Minimum Recruitment Standards
BS/BA degree in Accounting, Finance and Business Administration or its recognized equivalent, and 3 – 5 years relevant experience.
Master’s degree in Finance and Business Administration or its recognized equivalent, and 1 – 3 years relevant experience.
Good working knowledge of donor contracts and grants regulations is essential.
Demonstrated success in multicultural environments is an advantage.
Experience must reflect the knowledge, skills and abilities listed above
Drivers
Job TypeFull Time
QualificationSecondary School (SSCE)
Experience1 year
Location Abuja, Katsina, Zamfara
Job Field Transportation and Driving
Project: RANA
Slot: 3
Job Description
The Driver under the supervision of the Finance and Administrative Officer and supported by state FA&A, the driver shall provide a variety of transportation support to the RANA Project.
Minimum Recruitment Standards
Secondary School Leaving Certificates, Apprentice Certificate or any other equivalent certificates with a minimum of 1 year experience.
Must have a trade test certificate and a valid driving license.
Must have expert knowledge of driving rules and regulations.
Experience as a driver mechanic will be an added advantage.
Experience with large complex organization preferred.
Finance & Administrative Assistant
Job TypeFull Time
QualificationBA/BSc/HND MBA/MSc/MA
Experience1 – 5 years
Location Katsina, Zamfara
Job Field Administration / Secretarial Finance / Accounting / Audit NGO/Non-Profit
Project: RANA
Slot: 2
Job Description
The Finance & Administrative Assistant under the direction of the Finance & Administrative Officer, S/He shall assume responsibility for all state level administrative and accounting responsibilities, alongside ensuring compliance with the contractual financial and administrative requirements of the organization.
Minimum Recruitment Standards
BS/BA degree in Accounting, Finance and Business Administration or its recognized equivalent, and 3 – 5 years relevant experience.
Or MS/MA degree in Accounting, Finance and Business Administration or its recognized equivalent, and 1 – 3 years relevant experience.
Minimum of 1-3 years’ experience in accounting related to international development programs.
Familiarity with donor-funded programs and non-governmental organizations in Nigeria is an advantage.
Community Mobilization & Gender Specialist
Job TypeFull Time
QualificationMBA/MSc/MA
Experience5 years
Location Lagos
Job Field NGO/Non-Profit
Project: RANA
Job Description
The Community Mobilization & Gender Specialist will be responsible for advocating for greater attention to gender perspectives, providing the necessary rationales and advice on approaches to support gender mainstreaming on the RANA Project.
S/he will be responsible for integrating gender sensitive approaches to technical assistance, with sensitivity to promoting high level of collaboration, communication and cooperation with government facilities and mainstream gender into appropriate interventions.
Minimum Recruitment Standards
Master’s Degree or equivalent in Education, Gender Studies, Sociology, Anthropology or related discipline with 5 years working experience in community mobilization and gender integration at the national or international level.
Expertise in community mobilization and gender analysis, strategic planning, and integrating gender balance into project design and management is desirable.
Experience in dealing with issues of gender mainstreaming in material development and within public institutions and/or international organizations required.
Hands-on experience in design, monitoring and evaluation of development projects is essential.
Program Officer
Job TypeFull Time
QualificationBA/BSc/HND MBA/MSc/MA
Experience3 – 7 years
Location Abuja
Job Field NGO/Non-Profit Project Management
Project: RANA
Job Description
The Program Officer under the supervision of the Project Director, provide support to coordination of the RANA HQ/State offices.
He/She will support program planning, design, review and monitoring of the program planning and implementation at the HQ/State level
Minimum Recruitment Standards
BS/BA in Education, Behavioral Sciences or its recognized equivalent with 5 – 7 years of relevant experience with international development programs.
Or MS/MA degree in education, behavioral sciences or its recognized equivalent with 3 – 5 years relevant experience with international development programs.
Demonstrated success in multicultural environments is an advantage.
State Team Leader
Job TypeFull Time
QualificationMBA/MSc/MA PhD/Fellowship
Experience6 – 9 years
Location Katsina, Zamfara
Job Field Administration / Secretarial NGO/Non-Profit
Project: RANA
Slot: 2
Job Description
The State Team Leader will be responsible for the state educational program planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of the reading interventions implemented by AHNI and the other RANA partners in the assigned States as well as overseeing strategic and day-to-day implementation of RANA activities in the State in accordance with the RANA work plan.
Minimum Recruitment Standards
Advance degree in Education or its recognized equivalent with 6 – 9 years of relevant experience with international development programs. Demonstrated success in multicultural environments is required.
At least 5-8 years’ experience in education reform with a focus on primary education sector work in teacher education.
Demonstrated ability to work with government, partners and/or local government structures and schools’ settings. Proven expertise in Hausa language, early grade reading instruction and/or assessment and reading material development.
Significant experience in teacher training and support for the development and production of instructional materials, including but not limited to: effective teacher training modules, assessment and/or supplementary materials.
Significant experience in teacher training and support for the development and production of instructional materials, including but not limited to: effective teacher training modules, assessment and/or supplementary materials.
Demonstrated experience in coordination of training interventions, setting realistic priorities, and planning for the successful implementation of activities.
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