Experienced Professionals Recruitment Programme (Programme Management) at the Society for Family Health (SFH)

Society for Family Health (SFH) is a leading non-governmental public health organisation in Nigeria, implementing programmes in Reproductive Health/Family Planning, HIV & AIDS treatment, malaria prevention, and treatment, primary health care system strengthening, non-communicable diseases and maternal, newborn, and child health care. We work in partnership with the Federal and State Governments of Nigeria, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), the British Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, MSD for Mothers, the Global Fund and Children Investment Fund Foundation among other international donors.

SFH ignites the power of health system thinking and market shaping to transform health outcomes for every Nigerian. An emerging pan African organisation, we provide a partnership platform to communities, donors, private sector and government to co-create and implement actions that create real and measurable impact at individual, families, society and country level.

With a career at SFH, you will be the centre of making all these happen. You will be joining a team of problem solvers, with a real passion to change the world in a fast-paced environment. Exciting. Surprising. Purposeful. Life at SFH is many things, but it is never dull. If you want something beyond earning a living, if you want purpose; then SFH will fuel your imagination and give you wings to fly. We are an organization rooted in Nigeria with global reach and a diverse workforce. We pride ourselves on being open, inclusive, and collaborative — and in providing a work environment that encourages our employees to be achieve their life and career goals.

Applications are invited for:

Title: 2022 Talent Pool Recruitment Programme - Programme Management (Experienced Professionals)

Job ID: sfh-59705
Location: Nigeria
Job type: Full-time
Department: Programs

Experienced Professionals Programme

• SFH is desirous of creating a pool of talented experienced professionals. Qualified candidates will be tested and screened, and successful candidates will be invited to interviews for suitable positions that arise over the course of the year.

Requirements
Interested candidates must:

• Have a minimum of 5 O’level credits (including English & Mathematics at ONE sitting)
• Possess a University Degree with a minimum of second-class upper division or an HND with an upper credit in any of Statistics, Economics, Demography, Sociology, Philosophy, Psychology, Public Health, Project Management, Nutrition, Medicine and other related fields of study.
• Have a minimum of 5 years and maximum of 9 years post NYSC work experience in any of SFH's programmatic areas
• A Masters’ degree will also be of added advantage
• Must possess relevant industry experience in the non-governmental organisation/health programming sector.

Skills and Competencies required:

• Technical knowledge and understanding of specific programmatic areas and be comfortable with working with a range of stakeholders.
• Data management and reporting skills.
• Creative writing skills to write and develop success stories and human- interest stories.
• Social dialogue and advocacy skills for fostering enabling environment for programme implementation
• Excellent interpersonal, communication (oral and written), and presentation skills
• Must have a continuous drive for learning and knowledge sharing.
• Must be excellent at report writing and possess strong M&E skills.
• Demonstrable problem solving and analytical ability.
• Leadership and positive influence, and flexible thinking

What We Offer

• SFH offers professionals opportunities for career advancement, a good working environment and competitive remuneration.
• For experienced professionals, we provide opportunities for each person to bring their skills, expertise, creativity and innovative ideas to the organisation and in turn find a place for continuous professional development, exposure and genuine impact.
• We thrive on innovation; therefore, we value professionals who are always bringing innovation to their work.
• We believe that as solution providers, innovation is a non-negotiable requirement for us to maintain our leadership position in the industry.
• You will also be joining an organisation that provides opportunity for collaboration across all strata of the organisation and supports the establishment of your professional reputation in the social development sector.

Compensation & Benefits

• The compensation package for these positions is very attractive and designed to attract, motivate and retain talented professionals.

Application Closing Date
3rd February, 2022.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note

• All applications will be treated in confidence.
• Interested persons without the minimum requirements need not apply.  
• We thank prospective applicants for their interest in working with SFH, however only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• SFH is an equal opportunity employer and women are encouraged to apply.