Latest Job Openings at Axios Foundation Nigeria (AFN)

Axios Foundation Nigeria (AFN) is a Not-for-Profit Organization dedicated to increasing access to quality Healthcare and building local capacity in the health sector in Nigeria. We are recruiting to fill the position below:     Job Title: Human Resources Officer Location: Abuja Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct local staff recruitment
• Conduct orientation for new employees
• Develop and implement a systematic/annual employee performance evaluation program
• Assist AF Nigeria managers in counselling under-performing staff
• Process terminations in accordance with AF exit policies
• Review, update and refine Axios HR policy manual and local annexes on a periodic basis
• Administer staff benefit programs such as Group Life & Medical Insurance and serve as resource person for staff benefit questions
• Support Finance on the monthly submission of staff time sheets and update required files to support payroll preparation
• Prepare transfer letters and visa letters as necessary
• Respond to employment verification requests
• Coordinate temporary employee staffing
• Manage employee database related to new hire, change of status & performance evaluation
• Develop employee training programs
• Identify HR issues and provide necessary support as required
• Any other duties as may be assigned.

• Must have a Degree in HR related filed such as Business Administration or any Social Sciences
• At least 3 years experience as a HR Generalist
• Work experience with NGO is an added advantage
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, set priorities and work independently
• Excellent writing and presentation skills Fluency in oral and written English
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel & Outlook
• Capacity to take initiative and to work in teams
• Self-driven with high sense of quality, efficiency, and meeting tight deadlines
• Commitment to working effectively and resolving problems with employees at all levels of the organization
• Proven ability to maintain confidential information.

• Facilitate coordination with National Integrated specimen Referral Network (NISRN) state and IP level structures (State NISRN Focal Person, IP Lab Technical Directors, and Testing Lab Directors)
• Ensure smooth implementation and ensure that any issues related to specimen transport logistics are logged and addressed, in line with technical direction and oversight provided by GHSC-PSM.
• Responsible for documenting implementation challenges experienced by 3PLs, Health Facilities and/or State Health Officials
• Provide recommendations to address any implementation challenges observed
• Work with Implementing Partners (IPs) in each region to ensure the successful implementation and operationalization of the NISRN strategy based on the guidance provided
• Responsible for documenting records of rejected specimen with reasons for rejecting the samples
• Conduct spot check on the specimen pickup/drop off process from supported PCR and Referring facilities
• Attend and take minutes/attendance at stakeholder’s meetings
• Develop and maintain excel data base for NISRN in the State
• Participate in the activities of the State Logistics Management Coordination Unit (LMCU)
• Provide technical support and coordination to the Referring Health Facilities, PCR Laboratories and NISRN State and IP level structures.

• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Laboratory Science. Holder of Microbiology Degree with experience in health commodities logistics can also apply
• Master in Public Health would be an added advantage.
• 3 - 5 years of relevant experience. Registered with MLSCN
• Knowledge of packaging, handling and transportation of temperature sensitive and biological products
• Knowledge of supply chain management and logistics
• Knowledge of Laboratory Commodity Logistics or Health Commodity Logistics
• Capacity to support health systems strengthening
• Intermediate/Advanced Computer Skills to include the use of MS Office packages and Inventory Management Software
• Ability to multi task, set priorities and work independently
• Good communication skills and interpersonal skills
• Fluency in written and oral English.

• Applications without a cover letter stating suitability, will be rejected.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.