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Manager, Human Resources Planning and Management(3 years of relevant experience ONLY)

13-0026
Post Date	3/20/2013
Title	Manager, Human Resources Planning and Management
City	Abuja, Nigeria
Position Type	Direct Employment
Description	For over 30 years, in more than 90 countries, IntraHealth International has empowered health workers to better serve communities in need. IntraHealth fosters local solutions to health care challenges by improving health worker performance, strengthening health systems, harnessing technology, and leveraging partnerships. In collaboration with governments, nongovernmental organizations, and private-sector organizations around the world, IntraHealth champions the needs and contributions of health workers—from doctors and nurses to community health workers to health facility managers—and works to ensure they have the tools, supplies, information, training, and support they need to provide communities they serve with the best possible opportunity for health and well-being. IntraHealth International is seeking a Manager, Human Resource Planning and Management to be based in Abuja, Nigeria. OVERVIEW Led by IntraHealth International, CapacityPlus is the USAID-funded global project uniquely focused on the health workforce needed to achieve the Millennium Development Goals. Placing health workers at the center of every effort, CapacityPlus helps partner countries achieve significant progress in addressing the health worker crisis while also having global impact through alliances with multilateral organizations. In Nigeria, CapacityPlus provides a package of human resources for health (HRH) technical assistance responsive to the priorities of the Government of Nigeria. The overall goal of the CapacityPlus Nigeria program of support is to increase the availability of health workers to meet the priority health needs of underserved populations through sustainable and scalable HRH interventions. Implementation is targeted at both Federal and State levels through active engagement with a wide range of agencies, including Federal and State ministries of health, the National Primary Health Care Development Agency, training institutions, and regulatory councils. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES The CapacityPlus project is looking for a Manager, Human Resource (HR) Planning and Management to be the primary in-country lead for the project’s HR planning and Management activities at federal and state level. S/he, on behalf of CapacityPlus, will lead collaboration and engagement with federal and state ministries of health, key agencies and regulatory bodies to strengthen HR planning, management, leadership and partnership at national and sub-national levels. S/he will represent CapacityPlus on the national HRH Partners’ Forum, led by Federal Ministry of Health (FMOH), and ensure continued project technical and administrative support to the forum. The Manager, HR Planning and Management will ensure continuity of project support and engagement to FMOH and selected focus states for the country-led development of state-level HRH strategies and plans, as well as the integration of CapacityPlus’ broader HRH activities within these at federal and state level (i.e. HRIS, PSE, and Retention). S/he will provide capacity building to each state, through existing mechanisms such as state HRH technical advisory committees or similar fora; help ensure HRH strategies and plans are fully integrated within State Strategic Health Development Plans (SSHDP) and are sufficiently detailed in line with available resources. S/he will also provide technical guidance to FMOH in driving forward the existing FMOH Leadership and Management Collaborating Center program including the HIV/AIDS Management and training in a local university. The Manager, HR Planning and Management will also lead the programming and dissemination of CapacityPlus’ Inservice Training (IST) Assessment findings and recommendations with USAID and PEPFAR implementing partners, identify potential strategies and areas for future USAID support for improving the efficiency, effectiveness and sustainability of IST. It is expected the HR Planning and Management Specialist will facilitate improved collaboration among implementing partners offering IST in HIV/AIDS in Nigeria and promote their alignment of IST with PSE and CPD programs. The Manager, Human Resource Planning and Management will report to the CapacityPlus Nigeria based project leader. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Provide HR Planning and Management support and engagement to FMOH, government agencies and selected focus states (three initially: Benue, Cross River and Nasarawa) • Coordinate the integration, programming and implementation of CapacityPlus’ portfolio of HRH technical support activities at state level in collaboration with federal and state ministries of health, as well as existing stakeholders and USAID Implementing Partners on the ground. • Facilitate the initiation and implementation of state-specific HRH situation analysis and a follow on HRH planning process in selected focus states, through the coordination of technical and consultant inputs • Collaborate with the FMOH and state-level Ministries of Health and provide strategic and technical guidance to help develop realistic HRH strategies and plans are fully integrated within State Strategic Health Development Plans (SSHDP) and • Provide technical input and support to FMOH for the combined Joint Annual Review (JAR) meeting and Mid-Term Review (MTR) of the HRH component of the National Strategic Health Development Plan (NSHDP) • Participate in regular National HRH Partners’ Forum meeting and provide advocacy and technical input on HR policy, planning, management and partnership issues, as well as provide guidance on HRH stakeholder leadership and partnership • Provide technical guidance to FMOH in the implementation of GoN led collaborating centers including the collaborating center on HIV/AIDS management and training. • Organize and facilitate a stakeholder dissemination meeting on the results of the IST Assessment. • Engage USAID, Implementing Partners, and stakeholders to identify strategies and further areas of support to improve the efficiency, effectiveness and sustainability of IST and its integration into PSE and CPD programs. • Document lessons learned and best practices from the field application of project activities, particularly at state level. • Develop and maintain ongoing collaborative relationships and partnerships with key federal and state governments counterparts as well as other key implementing partners and stakeholders
Requirements	Recognized degree in Health, Social Sciences, Health Management, Public Administration or related discipline, preferably at Masters level with at least three (3) years of relevant experience in health systems strengthening and/or human resources for health. Demonstrated experience in human resource policy, planning, management and implementation. Extensive knowledge and working experience at state and LGA levels, including strategic planning and implementation. Experience of USAID and PEPFAR funded programs. Experience working with/within the Nigerian Federal Ministry of Health or with/within the State Ministry of Health is preferable. • Strong interpersonal, facilitation and communication skills and team working • Solid communication and report writing skills Apply here : https://www6.ultirecruit.com/INT1028/JobBoard/JobDetails.aspx?__ID=*CAB2CA6685B57A5F

Policy & Advocacy Specialist- Tanzania

Requisition Number	12-0085
Post Date	11/1/2012
Title	Policy & Advocacy Specialist
City	Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
Position Type	Direct Employment
Description	For over 30 years, in more than 90 countries, IntraHealth International has empowered health workers to better serve communities in need. IntraHealth fosters local solutions to health care challenges by improving health worker performance, strengthening health systems, harnessing technology, and leveraging partnerships. In collaboration with governments, nongovernmental organizations, and private-sector organizations around the world, IntraHealth champions the needs and contributions of health workers—from doctors and nurses to community health workers to health facility managers—and works to ensure they have the tools, supplies, information, training, and support they need to provide communities they serve with the best possible opportunity for health and well-being. IntraHealth International is seeking a Policy and Advocacy Specialist to be based in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania. The Policy and Advocacy Specialist will be responsible for providing technical expertise to the anticipated OVC/HSS Project in Tanzania. S/he will engage in planning, managing, and implementing policy and advocacy activities to ensure that the project achieves its goal to improve OVC and child survival services at the facility and community levels across the country. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Assess in collaboration with the MOHSW and other stakeholders and the policy gaps/challenges that need advocacy and develop a strategy to address them • Develop an advocacy strategy, with a special focus on OVC and the social welfare workforce in Tanzania. • Provide technical assistance and other support for the activities of regional and local partners and help develop structures at district levels to increase the capacity of these partners to carry out advocacy. • Design and coordinate training events for local partners, and coordinate thematic research projects (including managing consultant researchers if needed). • Review current laws, Ministry of Health and provincial level polices, and institutional-specific policies and protocols, provider licensing requirements, guidelines on role of private sector and faith based care to determine policy gaps and prioritize policy changes as related to OVC care. • Identify key issues and constraints that can be overcome by policy, legislative or other initiatives, working in collaboration with MOH and provincial health agencies. • Develop short and long-rang plans and funding priorities with MOH and others to improve health care workers work environment. • Engage local authorities and stakeholders in public/private sectors in activities to create favorable policy and advocacy environments to support OVC and improve HR planning and management caregivers. • Ensure policy and advocacy components span stakeholders and activities from national, local, provincial and community (including civil society) levels through policy forums, policy analysis, and review of model policies in public/private sectors. • Assess stakeholder interest in addressing macroeconomic and political factors affecting OVC and the social welfare workforce in Tanzania. For requirements and application purposes click on the link below: https://www6.ultirecruit.com/INT1028/JobBoard/JobDetails.aspx?__ID=*4476A30E8D9F380D

Senior Finance & Administration Manager

Requisition Number	13-0023
Post Date	3/13/2013
Title	Senior Finance & Administration Manager
City	Abuja, Nigeria
Position Type	Direct Employment
Description	For over 30 years, in more than 90 countries, IntraHealth International has empowered health workers to better serve communities in need. IntraHealth fosters local solutions to health care challenges by improving health worker performance, strengthening health systems, harnessing technology, and leveraging partnerships. In collaboration with governments, nongovernmental organizations, and private-sector organizations around the world, IntraHealth champions the needs and contributions of health workers—from doctors and nurses to community health workers to health facility managers—and works to ensure they have the tools, supplies, information, training, and support they need to provide communities they serve with the best possible opportunity for health and well-being. IntraHealth International is seeking a Senior Finance and Administration Manager to be based in Abuja, Nigeria. Overview Led by IntraHealth International, CapacityPlus is the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) funded global project uniquely focused on the health workforce needed to achieve the Millennium Development Goals. Placing health workers at the center of every effort, CapacityPlus helps partner countries achieve significant progress in addressing the health worker crisis while also having global impact through alliances with multilateral organizations. In Nigeria, CapacityPlus provides a package of human resources for health (HRH) technical assistance responsive to the priorities of the Government of Nigeria. CapacityPlus also supports interventions for Social Service Workforce Strengthening (SSWS). Primary Responsibilities The Senior Finance and Administration Manager is responsible for all financial activities for the CapacityPlus Nigeria office. S/he supports administration duties including recruitment and human resources for the Nigeria office. S/he supports financial management for other IntraHealth activities in Nigeria as needed. S/he works closely with the Nigeria technical and management team as well as IntraHealth Finance staff based in Chapel Hill, NC. The Senior Finance and Administration Manager reports to the CapacityPlus Nigeria Program and Technical Advisor. Essential Functions • Serves as the finance lead for all Nigeria accounting and budgeting activities • Approves all funds requests, field reports and other finance reporting submitted to Chapel Hill Finance Department. Ensures documentation is in compliance with IntraHealth policies and procedures as well as donor requirements. • Coordinates efforts to ensure that funds are managed efficiently and in accordance with IntraHealth and USAID policies as well as applicable country-specific laws and regulations • Ensures all financial transactions are allocated to the correct funding streams and sources are and in accordance with the approved workplan and USAID regulations. • Participates in problem-solving for the project on issues involving finances, forecasting and regulations • Advises senior management of significant variations from budgets and plans, recommends appropriate strategies to adjust for variations • Maintains bank accounts and provides internal controls as well as reviews bank reconciliations for all CapacityPlus Nigeria bank account • Manages local recruitment and human resources duties for all Nigeria –based staff including consultants • Oversees the Finance and Administration Officer and other field-based finance staff • Conducts special studies including PEPFAR annual Expenditure Analysis to analyze financial expenditures and submit reports to donors as requested • Maintains updated written standard operating procedures for field financial accounting • Ensures compliance with IntraHealth/CapacityPlus Nigeria Field Manual • Assists with annual field audit • Ensures cost share is collected, correctly documented and submitted for all CapacityPlus Nigeria activities
Requirements	Bachelor’s degree and eight years’ minimum accounting and/or auditing experience essential in an international environment, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Prior USAID experience. Membership of a relevant professional body will be an added advantage. • Excellent interpersonal skills, demonstrated ability to work effectively in team-based environment, able to interact with international employees • Excellent written and oral communication skills in English  • Demonstrated ability using Microsoft Office and proficiency using online financial systems and databases; experience with QuickBooks accounting software required If you fit the bill click or copy one of  the links below: https://www6.ultirecruit.com/INT1028/JobBoard/JobDetails.aspx?__ID=*07226CEF3873BD00 https://www6.ultirecruit.com/INT1028/JobBoard/JobDetails.aspx?__ID=*07226CEF3873BD00

Urban & regional planner

As the Urban and regional planner for Luapula Province, you’ll support the Province by strengthening the local ministry’s capacity.

What does the role involve?

Urban and regional planning in Zambia has been operating ineffectually due to resource constraints and outdated planning procedures. This has resulted in unplanned and illegal developments without proper services available to them. The Zambian government has introduced a new Urban and Regional Planning Bill, which will fundamentally reshape planning in Zambia and will require all planning authorities to prepare Integrated Development Plans (IDP) for their areas. As the Urban and regional planner for Luapula Province, you’ll support the Province by strengthening the local ministry’s capacity to prepare the IDPs and subsequently implement the Bill. 

• You’ll work with colleagues to enable the transition from District Councils to Planning Authorities. You’ll use your experience of working with teams in development planning to assist colleagues in developing their roles and responsibilities. To do this you will:
• assist with the programming and preparation of Integrated Development Plans (IDPs) in the Luapula Province
• develop IDP implementation plans and monitoring systems
• ensure resources are made available for the IDP implementation provide training to District Councils in the Luapula Province on organisational and management changes necessary to take on new responsibilities as Planning Authorities under the Bill
• share with colleagues skills in urban, regional planning and management  throughout the Province, including data management and GIS.

Skills, qualifications and experience required

You’ll be educated to Degree level or above in Urban and Regional Planning (or similar). You’ll have significant practical experience in Urban Design or Regional Planning and will be familiar with planning standards, plus practical experience of GIS. You’ll have strong project management skills, be hardworking and a self-starter and be able to show how you’ve shared your skills with others previously. You’ll need to be flexible, with the ability to work with unexpected circumstances and empower others through your encouragement of their learning. You will have sensitivity to another culture and a desire to build strong working relationships.

And the rest...

You will be based in Mansa, the capital of Luapula Province in Zambia. For your placement, you’ll be based in the offices of the Provincial Planning Officer and will work closely under that Officer’s supervision. You will liaise periodically with other VSO planner placements in other Provinces. Mansa is a beautiful Province with lovely rivers, waterfalls and wetlands to visit. Mansa is a hub for the province and has a daily market, banks, stores and a supermarket. We’ll ask you to commit to at least 24 months to make a sustainable contribution to our development goals. In return, we’ll provide you with extensive training before your placement, and our financial package includes a local living allowance, return flights, accommodation, insurance and more. When you return to your home country, we'll support you to resettle. 

Application closes on the 1st of April- To apply click on the link below:

http://oneworldgroup.org/2013/02/25/urban-regional-planner/

UN HOUSE REHABILITATION ENGINEER (OPEN TO NIGERIAN NATIONALS ONLY

UN HOUSE REHABILITATION ENGINEER (OPEN TO NIGERIAN NATIONALS ONLY)
Background
On 26 August 2011, the United Nations building in Nigeria was bombed through a well orchestrated terrorist attack that resulted in the loss of lives and caused severe damage to the building infrastructure. Two integrity tests have been conducted to evaluate the extent of damage to the building and the Federal Government of Nigeria has indicated its commitment to commence the rehabilitation of the damaged UN House. The United Nations by reason of its global mandate is providing development assistance to the Federal Government of Nigeria in accordance to the United Nations Development Assistance Framework (UNDAF). In spite of  the United Nations’ presence in the thirty-six Nigerian States and the Federal Capital Territory, its activity is centrally controlled from the UN Headquarters based in Abuja and this underscores the need for a quick implementation of the project.
Duties and Responsibilities
Purpose and Scope of Assignment Following the bombing of UN House on 26th of August 2011 in Abuja, the Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN) has agreed to rehabilitate the property following the outcome of structural integrity tests. A UN House Rehabilitation Committee representing the interests of the UN Country Team has been established, to which the consultant will report. The objective of the engineer is to advise a team of engineers/contractors working on behalf of the Federal Government of Nigeria on best practices to be used in the rehabilitation of the UN House taken into consideration UN expectations. The consultant will provide feedback and progress on the planned Rehabilitation project to the  UN House Rehabilitation Committee . The engineer would also act as an interlocutor to the  Committee on matters pertaining to the design, construction and project management of this rehabilitation exercise. Specifically, the consultant would: Ensure that the delivery of project work plans conforms with the approved UN project brief and the standards/expectations of the UN System in terms of space requirements, security standards, universal accessibility, environmental soundness, sustainability and timelines Recommend to the UN House Rehabilitation Committee for approval all project stage boundaries and highlight reports as well as presentation of issue logs for consideration. Provide technical support to the UN House Rehabilitation Committee, vetting all engineering designs, BoQs etc. and ensuring quality and value for money Provide technical support/guidance to project team on the UN approach to green infrastructure and energy efficiency for the implementation of effective eco-friendly engineering designs as may be necessary Plan, monitor and obtain regularly, relevant information from project contractors and FCDA to guide current and future UNCT decisions with respect to the on-going rehabilitation work on the UN House Work with UNDSS and the FCT project team in providing technical guidance and specifications for effective security improvements and infrastructure such as blast mitigation, access control measures etc Consult on a regular basis with the ADS Architect based in New York who would provide technical oversight and backstopping to the consultant on all key matters pertaining to the UN House Rehabilitation project. Special considerations need to be given to the following: Security – The rehabilitation process must exceed the UN Minimum Operating Security Standards with the   UNDSS providing technical lead in the design and specifications of security in the project. Space requirement – Prior to the bomb blast, inadequate accommodation to house the growing UN staff had been a challenge. The redevelopment design must take this into consideration and also make the building more amenable to the needs of the disabled. Vertical or horizontal extension within the UN compound and within available resources would therefore be a priority. Accessibility (i.e. provisions for people with disabilities) – The rehabilitation of the UN House is expected to take into consideration effective access for people with disabilities as well as for the generality of the UN counterparts. Environmental sustainability – The consultant would also be required to provide needed assistance to the design and implementation teams to ensure that the rehabilitated UN House is environmentally friendly. Monitoring & Progress Controls The national consultant will work with the relevant national body to ensure the quality and timely delivery of the rehabilitation work. He/she will report to UN House Rehabilitation Committee on a weekly basis and respond to queries from this committee where possible pertaining, but not limited, to the following topics: Collaboration between the “client” (UNCT and members of the FCT FCDA team), the architect/consultant and the contractor/builder Ensuring conformity of the UN project brief and work plans to be implemented with the standards and expectations of the UN system Consideration of the input of UN technical experts  and  reporting  to various stakeholders Participation in relevant technical meetings to ensure that UN inputs and vision are fully integrated into the implementation of the project Review and provide feedback on evaluation of the contractor’s bid to ensure value for money where possible.
Competencies
Functional Competencies: Good knowledge of complex infrastructure project implementation and management in Nigeria Excellent understanding of infrastructure frameworks and operations, and ability to interpret engineering drawings and understand BoQs; Excellent knowledge in M&E of infrastructural projects Good communication skills and a demonstrated approach to practical problem solving Ability to motivate and build team/work environment to support organizational goals Ability to work in demanding socio-cultural settings with government partners and challenging national infrastructure Advanced computer literacy and good knowledge of Microsoft office application Knowledge of UN core values, rules and regulation is an asset Corporate Competencies: Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards; Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP; Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability Treats all people fairly without favoritism; Fulfills all obligations to gender sensitivity and zero tolerance for sexual harassment.
Required Skills and Experience
Education: The engineer must have a Masters degree in Civil Engineering or Architecture, Construction Engineering or any related discipline. Must be a member of a recognized professional association and duly certified. Experience: 10 years works experience in physical infrastructure projects with demonstrable experience in advising national counterparts on both technical (rehabilitation, security precautions, meeting established and internationally recognized norms-for instance UK BREEAM (sustainability) or Universal Design principles (accessibility). Language Requirements: Ability to speak, write and communicate in English Language is compulsory. The UN is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. A service contract (SC) is a modality for hiring individuals under a non-staff contract FC: 11300 and 11920
To apply click on the link below: http://jobs.undp.org/cj_view_job.cfm?cur_job_id=36438

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Jobs for those with a British Passport and Permission to work in Nigeria.....

The British High Commission is recruiting an LEIII officer based in the Chancery building. Due to the need for security clearance to the required level, all applicants must hold a UK passport and have permission to work in Nigeria. 

Job Title: LE III PA to Deputy High Commissioner, IT Support Officer and Political Section support

This is an interesting and varied job in the heart of the British High Commission’s Chancery. The main focus is on providing an excellent level of administrative support to the Deputy High Commissioner and Chancery Officers, and ensuring the smooth running of the bag service and IT system. 

The successful candidates will be responsible for the following duties;

• PA to Deputy High Commissioner: Managing diary, arranging transport, replying to invitations, and general office support. Note taking at Post Security Committee and other meetings. (35%)
• Diplomatic bags and customs clearance: Sending and receiving UK and Lagos diplomatic bags, including arranging clearance. (20%)
• Restricted ITSO: To carry out Information Technology Support Officer (ITSO) duties on the Restricted tier in the Confidential area of BHC. (20%)
• Political Section support: Provide support to Chancery including Queen’s Birthday Party arrangements, drafting Notes Verbale to the MFA, setting up calls arranging visits etc. (15%)
• Line management: Manage 2 x part-time LE IV Chancery Receptionists. (10%)

Qualities needed

• The High Commission is looking for a candidate with previous office experience, with strong IT and technical skills, as well as PA skills.
• The ability to speak and write in clear, correct, jargon-free English is essential.

The successful candidate will need to be flexible and able to work unsupervised to keep on top of the workload and changing priorities. Good interpersonal skills will be essential as the jobholder will need to build close and effective working relationships with colleagues from across the High Commission, the FCO, and with Nigerian officials. 

Remuneration
The job will be graded LEIII with a starting monthly gross salary of N 287,490.00 including allowances. Successful candidates who are not liable to pay Nigerian tax will be subject to a 10 % notional tax deduction on the basic salary. The salary will be paid in Naira. The successful candidate will need to have the necessary permissions to work in Nigeria.

Application Closing Date
22nd March, 2013

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send applications with full curriculum vitae and a typed written covering letter statement in support of the application
                        
Human Resources Assistant
British High Commission Abuja
19 Torrens Close
Maitama
Abuja 

Or by e-mail to: recruitment.abuja@fco.gov.uk

Note:

• Applications should include full curriculum vitae, hand written statement in support of the application and be accompanied by a passport photograph. 
• Applications received after the stated deadline will not be considered.
• Telephone applications and enquiries will not be accepted.
• Only applicants called for interview will be contacted and it is likely that interviews will be conducted during the week commencing 8th April, 2013

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RESEARCHER ON NIGERIA

FULL-TIME JOB VACANCY
NIGERIA RESEARCHER
Africa Division
(Abuja base preferred)
Application Deadline: April 5, 2013

Human Rights Watch (“HRW”) is seeking a Nigeria Researcher with its Africa Division.  The Researcher, ideally based in Abuja, will be responsible for developing and implementing a research and advocacy agenda focusing on human rights conditions in Nigeria. The position reports to the West Africa team leader in the Africa division.

Responsibilities:

1. Monitoring and documenting human rights abuses by collecting and analyzing information from a wide variety of sources including government, local media, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), journalists, diplomats, security forces and others in the field;
2. Conducting fact-finding missions in Nigeria;
3. Writing and publicizing reports, briefing papers, letters, news releases, op-eds, and submissions to international bodies based on the findings of one’s research;
4. Developing and implementing local, regional, and international advocacy strategies to promote reform of abusive laws, policies, and practices in Nigeria and West Africa;
5. Responding promptly to queries from various advocacy targets as well as the media, public, and civil society colleagues;
6. Presenting human rights concerns to government officials, opinion leaders, inter-governmental agencies, and the media;
7. Working closely with colleague NGOs and local human rights organizations to engage in joint advocacy efforts and ensure that HRW’s work complements  their own work;
8. Liaising effectively with HRW staff in multiple locations throughout the world to ensure effective coordination   of activities;
9. Traveling domestically and overseas for two or more weeks at a time, several times a year; and
10. Carrying out any other duties as required.

Qualifications:

Education:  An advanced (graduate) degree in international relations, journalism, law, or social sciences is strongly preferred.

Experience:  The candidate should have lived and worked in Nigeria, working on human rights issues country-wide for a minimum of 5 years.

Location:  Ability to be based in Nigeria, either in Lagos or Abuja (preferred).

Required Skills and Knowledge: 

1. Ability to identify, research, analyze and effectively communicate important human rights developments in Nigeria in a detailed, timely, and professional manner.
2. Ability to develop and implement realistic and effective local and international advocacy strategies and to respond to emergency situations.
3. Demonstrated ability to think strategically about the global and local media and to use both the traditional media and new media to further advocacy goals.
4. Knowledge of Nigerian legal system, as well as familiarity with international human rights law. Knowledge of the sub-regional body ECOWAS is highly desirable.
5. Solid field research and documentation skills.
6. Excellent oral and written communication skills in English. Proficiency in French is desirable.
7. Strong initiative and follow-through, the capacity to think creatively and strategically.
8. Strong interpersonal skills in order to work collaboratively within HRW as well as with local partners, government officials, diplomats and external media partners.
9. Ability to work quickly and effectively under pressure with a broad range of people and as part of a team.
10. Ability to make sound decisions consistent with vision and mission of the organization.

Salary and Benefits:  HRW seeks exceptional applicants and offers competitive compensation and employer-paid benefits.  HRW will pay reasonable relocation expenses; citizens of all nationalities are encouraged to apply.

Contact: Please submit a cover letter explaining your interest in and qualifications for the position, a curriculum vitae,  a brief writing sample (unedited by others), and contact information for three references toafricajobs@hrw.org. Please use “Nigeria Researcher REF: AFR-13-1008-A” as the subject of your email. 

Only complete applications will be reviewed, and only qualified candidates will be contacted.

Human Rights Watch is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate in its hiring practices and, in order to build the strongest possible workforce, actively seeks a diverse applicant pool.

Human Rights Watch is an international human rights monitoring and advocacy organization known for its in-depth investigations, its incisive and timely reporting, its innovative and high-profile advocacy campaigns, and its success in changing the human rights-related policies and practices of influential governments and international institutions.http://www.hrw.org/employment/2013/03/05/researcher-nigeria

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Research Associate Vacancy USA...

Overview:

Overview The Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI) was founded in 2002 by President Bill Clinton to provide solutions to the biggest challenges impeding effective health delivery in developing countries. CHAI applies the rigorous thinking, analysis, and urgency of the business world to save lives and strengthen health systems rapidly and more efficiently by improving markets for medicines and diagnostics, lowering the cost of treatment, and accelerating access to key drugs and technologies. As a trusted partner to governments, CHAI’s programs have helped more than four million people access treatment for HIV/AIDS at reduced costs, and have led to more than $1 billion in savings for developing countries. In addition to retaining its initial focus HIV/AIDS care and treatment, CHAI implements programs on vaccines, malaria, health systems strengthening, and maternal child health in more than 25 countries. Applied Analytics Team Working closely with CHAI country teams and partner governments, CHAI’s Applied Analytics Team (AAT) uses operations research, mathematical modeling, impact evaluations, and other analytical tools improve health delivery. AAT is seeking a Research Associate to support modeling and evaluation activities for a diverse portfolio of health systems strengthening projects with a particular focus on human resources for health. This person would apply their skills to a range of evidence-related projects, including impact evaluations, cost-effectiveness analyses, and national demand forecasts of health workers. The Research Associate will report to a Senior Research Associate on AAT.

Responsibilities:

Support development of monitoring and evaluation frameworks, specifically to bring expertise in identifying optimal indicators and evaluation methodologies needed to monitor, evaluate, and improve program performance Provide technical assistance on evaluation research activities to ensure rigorous assessment of outcomes and impact, including sampling, developing study designs, protocols, and data collection tools, conducting analyses,  synthesizing results, and disseminating findings in high-quality presentations, reports, and publications Conduct analyses of cost-effectiveness and impact of health systems strengthening interventions, and interpret results into actionable and policy-relevant recommendations for key stakeholders

Qualifications:

Masters degree in health policy, economics, public health, epidemiology, or a related field and a minimum of 3 years work; may be an equivalent combination of education and experience Experience with evaluation and cost-effectiveness analysis, familiarity with quantitative and qualitative research methods, and experience developing study designs   Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and quantitative skills, including excellent Microsoft Excel skills and experience with STATA or equivalent Ability to creatively problem solve in challenging, fast-paced environments Demonstrated success in a technical role, including the capacity to synthesize data into an effective presentation of results for a variety of audiences Exceptional diplomatic and interpersonal skills, and an ability to collaborate effectively and build durable relationships Strong oral and written communication skills and relationship management skills Strong project management skills, including demonstrated ability to think independently, to be flexible, and to juggle multiple priorities under tight deadlines Ability to travel up to 30% annually Advantages Experience developing and implementing field research in developing country settings

Click on the link for further information: https://careers-chai.icims.com/jobs/3354/job

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