🇳🇬 Job Vacancies @ Chemonics International – 5 Positions

Chemonics International - We're one of the world’s leading partners in international development, because where Chemonics works, development works. From our founding in 1975, we have worked in more than 150 countries to help our clients, partners and beneficiaries take on the world’s toughest challenges. Today, we re-imagine global supply chains to deliver essential medicines to the right place at the right time. Our global network of more than 4,000 specialists share an unwavering resolve to work better, driven by a conviction that the world must be better.

We are recruiting to fill the following positions below:

1.) Risk Management Advisor
2.) Security Advisor
3.) Office Manager
4.) Accountability and Monitoring Specialist
5.) Laboratory Logistics Advisor

Job Title: Risk Management Advisor

Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-time

Scope of Work

• This scope of work (SOW) sets forth the services to be provided by the Risk Management Advisor to SAII Associates Ltd/Gte, an associate company of Chemonics International Inc. in the implementation of the USAID Global Health Supply Chain Program – Contracts and Supply Management (GHSC-PSM) in Nigeria.

Background

• The purpose of the USAID Global Health Supply Chain Program–Contracts and Supply Management single award Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract is to ensure uninterrupted supplies of health commodities to prevent suffering, save lives, and create a brighter future for families around the world.
• The IDIQ has four task orders that directly support the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), the President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI), and USAID’s family planning and reproductive health program, and maternal newborn and child health program. GHSC-PSM provides health commodity procurement services and systems strengthening technical assistance that address all elements of a comprehensive supply chain. All four task orders are implemented in Nigeria.
• The Risk Management Advisor will provide technical incident management services to the Global Health Supply Chain-Procurement and Supply Management (GHSC-PSM) Program managing Target Local Procurement (TLP) and the Chemonics International, Inc. public health supply chain Field Office in Nigeria. Services will include technical assistance to the National and State Governments, PEPFAR implementing partners, The Global Fund partners and other relevant stakeholders engaged in the procurement of health products and services across HIV/AIDS, Malaria, Tuberculosis, Family Planning and Maternal, Newborn and Child Health Programs.
• These will be supported as part of the mandate of the Global Health Supply Chain Program-Procurement and Supply Management (GHSC-PSM) project to develop capacity of Government counterparts in the procurement and contract management of health products and services.
• S/he in collaboration with other Manager(s) and Advisor(s) will implement health product and service procurement to promote uninterrupted access to health service delivery under the direction of the Contracts Manager or his/her designate.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

• Assists the Risk Manager in the consistent and compliant use of tools and systems to manage and document incidents as required for the planning, implementation, tracking, reporting and quality control of country office administrative and management systems including but not limited to subcontracts, facilities, human resources, payroll, procurement, logistics and IT.
• Supports the investigation of insurance claims issued to warehousing and distribution 3PL service providers, and files and tracks claim letters between the country office and vendors.
• As requested, respond to HQ PSM Risk Management Team communication with insurance brokers or surveyors regarding claims status, claim management and renewal of insurance policies.
• Ensures the Risk Manager and HQ Quality Management Team gather and present accurate and timely information relevant to insurance claims, including reviewing, uploading, and downloading information from the Incident Management System AssurX.
• Daily update trackers and reports on project operational and technical risks; and liaises directly with finance and technical teams, including warehousing and distribution, lab, plan and source, to ensure accuracy of the weekly insurance tracker, manage incidents, mitigate risks and resolve problems.
• Investigate and provide resolution to reduce backlog of claims by verifying supporting documents and timely follow up.
• Under the guidance of the Risk Manager, provide quality control and prepare all necessary paperwork and guidance to ensure consistently high standards with regards to incidence management documentation in accordance with US Government regulations, Chemonics policies and insurance guidelines.
• Maintain Risk Management and Contracts Department files, records and collate pertinent information to respond to any requests for documentation as it relates incident claims, internal or external financial or programmatic reviews or audits.
• Shares best practices, linking project teams, and ensuring proper resourcing.
• Actively participates in designing and implementing training that improves compliance across program and operations areas of the project.
• Supports in reviewing and submitting documentation requested as a result of internal and external financial audits and reviews.
• Demonstrates maturity, dependability, integrity, and initiative to learn competencies and skills required for the job assignment.
• Contributes positively to a work environment that emphasizes teamwork, respect for differences, accepting and giving constructive feedback.
• Ensure the highest level of honesty, integrity, openness and transparency in administering the award processes and procedures.
• Report any concerns or issues, whether verified or not, to senior management through supervisor.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Risk Manager and/or Risk Management and Contracts Director as considered necessary to achieve success and which are consistent with the overall nature of the contract and work plan.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in relevant technical area.
• Minimum of Five years’ relevant experience in procurement of goods and services with International Non-Governmental Organization especially in the health sector preferred. USAID experience a plus
• CIP - Chartered Insurance Professional Certification and/or risk management accreditation or membership preferred
• Demonstrated experience working with high performing team required
• Excellent English writing skills required; high level of proficiency in Microsoft Office applications required.
• Demonstrated ability to follow standard practices and procedures, receive general instruction and supervision on work progress, and make significant contribution to end results.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and work prioritization skills.
• Knowledge of the Nigeria public health sector environment a plus
• Proactive, with positive problem-solving approach and attention to detail
• Good interpersonal and team-working skills
• Fluency in English and effective communication skills are required

Supervision:

• The Risk Management Advisor will report directly to the Risk Manager.

Working Conditions/Duration of Assignment

• This is a long-term position for the life of the contract based in Abuja, Nigeria.

Application Closing Date
7th April, 2023

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

Job Title: Security Advisor

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Description

• We are seeking a security advisor for their Lagos Urban Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene Activity (LUWASH).

Background

• The USAID Lagos Urban Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene Activity (LUWASH) is a $44 million water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) activity. LUWASH will increase the availability, quality and use of safe water and sanitation services and improve the governance and sustainable management of associated sector institutions in Lagos, Nigeria.
• Through an integrated, market-based approach, LUWASH will work across the value chain of WASH services to bolster supply and manage demand within a strengthened framework of sector governance, financing, and regulated services.
• The activity aims to catalyze sector transformation and generate WASH service improvements for at least 4 million people in low-income communities and build a foundation for continued progress beyond LUWASH.
• The Security Advisor position is to assist in the development of security protocols for project operations in Nigeria; keeping the LUWASH project team and overall country security platform informed with up-to-date local information that affects security procedures and day-to-day operations. Additionally, s/he will be responsible for supporting operations in the field and assisting LUWASH project staff.
• S/he must also be able work with and coordinate with various stakeholders in country and the Chemonics Corporate office, while demonstrating sound judgment and a high level of discretion.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage the security of LUWASH Operations, including risk assessments, stakeholder engagement, physical security, journey management, staff training, security reporting, emergency preparedness and incident response.
• Monitor the local environment in the areas of operations assigned to the position and recommend to the Chief of Party (COP) changes in security posture when necessary.
• Maintain strategic relationships with key government ministries and the Nigerian security sector, including developing relationships with local security professionals, NGO/IP security managers, and security forces for the purpose of enhancing information gathering capabilities and support networks.
• Maintain a strong relationship with Chemonics Nigeria Country Security Team engaging in regular communications and providing updates pertinent to the overall security situation in Nigeria.
• Provide timely reports to the Chief of Party on developing security situations, incidents, or any special security concerns and issues.
• In accordance with established protocol, disseminate special security guidance and advisories to staff within the position portfolio.
• Contribute expert Lagos Specific local knowledge to routine reports and briefings developed by the Chemonics Nigeria Country Security Team.
• Support travel management plans, including carrying out trip planning for special travel requirements and reviewing and approving staff travel as directed.
• Assist in the management of physical security measures, including at the main office in Lagos, at international staff residences, and at locations where staff are based.
• In coordination with the Chemonics Nigeria Country Security Team, manage project emergency preparedness and emergency response planning.
• Carry out staff training as directed, including security orientations, travel briefings, safety drills, and other special training as determined necessary.
• Participate in meetings with the home office Security Management Unit (SMU), providing updates on programmatic activities and areas of significant risk.
• Perform departmental safety and security audits within stipulated timeframes and implementing recommending corrector actions according to the findings.
• Remain on-call 24-hours a day and 7 days a week to respond to security incidents.
• Assist in the management of any security incidents, including coordinating security response actions and ensuring timely reporting.

Job Qualifications

• Nigerian citizen/resident required.
• Five or more years’ experience in management and oversight of security platforms that were implemented in Nigeria and utilized low-profile techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to generate and leverage network connections in Nigeria to promote an accurate and timely understanding of the security context in Nigeria.
• Prior professional experience working in law enforcement or military coupled with private sector work experience preferred.
• Proven expertise in managing response to Nigerian security issues, including current threat environment, security policy, key actors, risk assessment, and best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to produce security deliverables and documentation: security risk assessments, site assessments, standard operating procedures, and briefing documents.
• Experience providing security oversight to an international donor program desirable.
• Ability to report to and coordinate with multiple stakeholders, both internal and external.
• Experience in training civilians on safety and security measures.
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Advanced IT capabilities with experience in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
• Fluency in English is required.

Duration of Assignment:

• 2 years, with option to renew following successful conclusion of initial 2-year period.

Reporting:

• The Security Advisor will report directly to the Chief of Party. The Security Advisor will also conduct check-ins with Chemonics Home Office Security Management Unit (SMU) as necessary.
• The Chemonics SMU will provide overall strategic support to the Chemonics Nigeria security platform and will serve as the key focal point for decisions that impact the entire security platform and in cases of emergency.

Application Closing Date
5th April, 2023

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resume and Cover Letter to: LUWASHrecruit@gmail.com with “Security Advisor” as the subject of the email.

Job Title: Office Manager

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Description

• We are seeking an office manager for their Lagos Urban Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene Activity

Background

• The USAID Lagos Urban Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene Activity (LUWASH) is a $44 million water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) activity. LUWASH will increase the availability, quality and use of safe water and sanitation services and improve the governance and sustainable management of associated sector institutions in Lagos, Nigeria.
• Through an integrated, market-based approach, LUWASH will work across the value chain of WASH services to bolster supply and manage demand within a strengthened framework of sector governance, financing, and regulated services. The activity aims to catalyze sector transformation and generate WASH service improvements for at least 4 million people in low-income communities and build a foundation for continued progress beyond LUWASH.
• In order to effectively achieve technical objectives, the project will require a well-maintained office space in which to plan and manage activities.
• The office manager, in coordination with and under the leadership of the Finance and Operations Director, will be responsible for all administrative and operational matters relating to the Lagos office including overseeing procurement and inventory of office supplies, monitoring lease agreements and obligated services therein, managing the physical layout of the office, maintaining filing systems, providing support to office staff, and oversee office logistics.

Specific Responsibilities

• Provides overall office management for the operational activities of the program including the supervision of operations staff
• Manages project office’s training and event planning, travel and vehicles, financial payments (as necessary)
• Helps manage all office procurements and the maintenance of all equipment, materials, and supplies necessary for the execution of activities
• Maintain equipment inventory, verifying all inventory regularly to ensure that the value of all items booked in Abacus under inventory accounts matches with the total value indicated in the inventory report. Ensure all inventory are labeled in accordance with USAID guidelines.
• Ensure the project receives effective services by monitoring the office lease agreements, equipment service contracts, and other relationships with outside vendors that are related to office facilities, services or equipment. Suggest and make improvements as needed.
• Provides support to office staff, including but not limited to ensuring compliance with organizational policy and national labor law
• Manage the physical layout of the office and ensure adequate and healthy workspace for all staff; oversee the office cleaning contract and provide timely performance feedback.
• Performs errands assigned in support of the project, such as pick-ups and deliveries from the office or other miscellaneous tasks
• Maintains the project’s filing system
• Organizes and carries out office logistical operations
• Support recruitment processes
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field
• At least three years’ experience working office administration, experience managing a 20+ person office preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in the starting up and running of a project office including organizing procurement of equipment and managing vendor relationships
• Experience with USAID highly preferred
• Proven ability to mentor, supervise, and support staff and experience managing locally-hired personnel.
• Familiarity with MS Office software suite
• Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills
• Oral and written English language proficiency, fluency preferred
• Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity.

Duration of Assignment:

• Long term, minimum of 2 years expected

Reporting:

• The Office Manager will report directly to the Finance and Operations Director.

Application Closing Date
5th April, 2023

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resume and Cover Letter to: LUWASHrecruit@gmail.com with “Office Manager” as the subject of the email.

Job Title: Accountability and Monitoring Specialist

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Specific Responsibilities
The Component 1 / Accountability and Monitoring Specialist will be responsible for the following:

• Assist the GRL with activities associated with Component 1: Governance and Institutional Arrangements Strengthened to Deliver Improved WASH Services.
• Assisting in the drafting of annual work plans and design and manage activities listed within the work plan to achieve Component 1 required results
• Work with GRL in the mapping of the policy, institutions, and regulation (PIR) landscape, determining responsibilities and identifying elements to change to ensure accountability and effective service delivery
• Support the development and enforcement of effective planning and management frameworks for water resources and ensure these frameworks are integrated into technical activities across project components
• Assist in the institutional development and capacity building initiatives with LWC, LSWMO and LAWARCO to strengthen their ability to carry out more effective, accountable and transparent sector management and regulation.
• Monitor and report on results and successes of relevant previous and ongoing WASH activities in Nigeria and Lagos to leverage into future activities.
• Assist GRL in putting together USAID facing deliverables that proactively communicate progress, achievements, and challenges.
• Provide support to the GRL for resolution of complex issues, timely completion of tasks, and achievement of project goals and objectives.
• Other duties as assigned by the GRL.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required, Master’s Degree in Engineering, Management, Urban Planning, or any relevant social science preferred.
• Minimum of three years’ experience working on water and sanitation sector reforms and utility management enabling environments at senior level.
• Demonstrated understanding of the institutional and legal framework in Lagos state and Nigeria at the federal level for WASH services, resources management and regulation
• Experience working on urban water supply systems and community-based water supply and sanitation services is preferred
• A good understanding of operational challenges of water service providers in Nigeria, specifically Lagos
• Professional level of technical WASH knowledge, skills, and experience providing technical and management support related to similarly sized programs.
• Experience using integrated approaches to WASH including systems thinking.
• Demonstrated capacity strengthening skills and experience with focus on institutionalizing capacity strengthening systems within partner organizations.
• Strong communication skills, both interpersonal and written.
• Written and spoken English fluency required.

Duration of Assignment:

• Long term, minimum of 2 years expected

Reporting:

• The Accountability and Monitoring Specialist will report directly to the Governance and Regulatory Lead.

Application Closing Date
5th April, 2023

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: LUWASHrecruit@gmail.com with “Accountability and Monitoring Specialist” as the subject of the email.

Job Title: Laboratory Logistics Advisor

Location: Enugu
Working Conditions / Duration of Assignment: Long-term position for the life of the contract

Job Description / Scope of Work

• This scope of work (SOW) sets forth the services to be provided by the State Laboratory Logistics Advisor  to SAII Associates Ltd/ Gte, an associate company of Chemonics International Inc. in the implementation of the USAID Global Health Supply Chain - Procurement and Supply Management (GHSC-PSM) in Nigeria.

Background

• The purpose of the USAID Global Health Supply Chain Program-Procurement and Supply Management single award IDIQ contract is to ensure uninterrupted supplies of health commodities to prevent suffering, save lives, and create a brighter future for families around the world.
• The IDIQ has three task orders that directly support the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), the President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI), and USAID’s family planning and reproductive health program.
• GHSC-PSM provides health commodity procurement services and systems strengthening technical assistance that address all elements of a comprehensive supply chain.
• All the three task orders are implemented in Nigeria.
• The project also supports the UNAIDS 95-95-95 initiative adopted by USG PEPFAR, Federal Ministry of Health and Global Fund.
• A key part of achieving this goal is ensuring the optimal operating capacity of various and strategically placed diagnostic and treatment monitoring equipment across health facilities in the country with the aim of implementing a standardized and cost-efficient sample transportation and results delivery model. reduce turnaround time (TAT) for results delivery, reduce patient loss to follow up and improve early initiation of treatment for TB and HIV patients.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities 

• The Laboratory Logistics Advisor will coordinate the implementation of the integrated sample transportation and results delivery network across the specific state.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a technical resource for the implementation and administration of the National Integrated Sample Referral Network (NISRN) policies, objectives and goals
• Ensure samples are collected from all designated health facilities/ hub sites and transported to the Regional PCR laboratory
• Ensure SOPs, Laboratory manuals, guidelines and forms are available and are appropriately utilized at health facilities, sample processing and storage hub, referral and testing laboratories
• Periodically carry out spot checks on 3PLs transport facilities and cooling devices to ensure compliance with standard requirement
• Diligent record keeping of managed-vendors (3PLs) for samples movements and result retrieval back to the requesting service delivery points
• Carry out bi-weekly samples and results audits to ensure all samples are tested and results/reports generated are delivered to the requesting facility/hubs/Implementing Partners
• Monthly, compare submitted data from 3PLs with those of PCR sites as justification for payment.
• Collaborate with  Logistics Advisors in the State/Regions for effective management of the NISRN strategy
• Collate states and regional NiSRN reports, review and provide weekly and monthly summary of samples transfer and result returns
• Maintain partner relationships and coordination among stakeholders; ensure high quality and timely delivery of all contractual and programmatic obligations
• The State  Laboratory Logistics Advisor will work closely with all implementing partners operating in the region

Other Responsibilities Include:

• When requested by the Regional Director, attend technical meetings and represent the project in USAID Partners and  MOH activities, liaising with partners and stakeholders at the regional and state levels.
• Support the implementation of targeted training and capacity building programs to improve laboratory management, use of data and electronic information systems, quality assurance, and accountability at the facility, state, regional, and central levels; revise programs based on a process of continual evaluation.
• Support the development of technical manuals, guidelines, and standard operating procedures for sample pick up and result delivery.
• Support the design, development and implementation of  logistics systems for Lab commodities in the various PCR Platforms.
• Provide technical support in the implementation of system strengthening initiatives and pilots, including the continued national roll-out of a web-based LMIS, for Supply Chain strengthening.
• When requested and under the direction of the Regional Director, provide oversight and direction for sub-contractors supporting implementation of NIRSN activities in the State/Region.
• Document and track lessons learned to support roll-out of health and logistics systems.
• Other duties as required by leadership.

Supervision:

• The Laboratory Logistics Advisor will report directly to the Regional Director, Region 2 for operational matters and Director Laboratory & Logistics Program or his designee for technical issues.

Job Qualifications 

• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Public Health, Logistics Management, or its equivalent.
• Additional Master's Degree in relevant area will be an advantage.
• Minimum of 5 years’ professional experience in Laboratory Logistics. Management/Clinical Sample Management.
• Registered with the professional regulatory government agency.
• Specific expertise in HIV/AIDS, TB or Malaria programs.
• Strong analytical, problem solving and excellent technical writing and oral presentation skills are highly desired.
• Knowledge of Polymerase Chain Reaction equipment for viral load,  Early Infants’ Diagnosis, and GeneXpert machine is desirable
• Ability to use Microsoft office suite packages (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Show keen interest in learning, turn on job experiences into research articles for Publications or Conference papers and mentor and Interns.

Required:

• Knowledge of Nigeria’s health sector landscape and a network of contacts in the State Ministry of Health and PEPFAR/Global Fund implementing partners.
• Ability to provide technical support to ensure that activities are designed and implemented with high quality and meet project timelines.
• Ability to mentor and build capacity of health care providers on the implementation of the NISRN strategy.
• Ability to provide recommendations for improvement and Optimization of the NISRN strategy.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills, as well as system troubleshooting
• Excellence in communication, presentation and technical writing skills.
• Good interpersonal skills and a team player.
• Ability to work under pressure and with minimal supervision.

Application Closing Date
10th April, 2023.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online