Job Recruitment at the Management Sciences for Health (MSH), 25th July, 2019

Management Sciences for Health (MSH), a global health nonprofit organization, uses proven approaches developed over 40 years to help leaders, health managers, and communities in developing nations build stronger health systems for greater health impact. We work to save lives by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health. Since its founding in 1971, MSH has worked in over 150 countries with policy makers, health professionals, and health care consumers to improve the quality, availability and affordability of health services. We are recruiting to fill the position below:     Job Title: Inventory Intern Job ID: 13-10758 Location: Nigeria-Abuja Group/Office: PDG (Program Delivery Group) Dept/Unit: PDGGEN - Program Delivery Group Project/Program: A512 - Nigeria CaTSS Reports To: Inventory Specialist Grade: Intern Overview

• This position will support the Inventory Specialist in managing both the asset and consumables inventory of Management Sciences for Health (MSH).

• Prepare Delivery Acknowledgements and Service Completion Certificates;
• Post Internal Requisition on the Quick Books Software;
• Receive items from vendors into the store, post same on the QuickBooks and update the inventory records;
• Issue items (by use of internal requisition) and update the respective inventory record;
• Track usage of stock supplies and curtail/report any incidence of abuse;
• Update inventory control records on QuickBooks Software;
• Prepare Asset transfer documents;
• Prepare Charge-Back by Project report on a monthly basis;
• Assist in inventory stock count/reconciliation;
• Assist in the proper coding, labelling and branding of MSH Assets and equipment;
• Ensure the stock level of office supplies does not fall below the predetermined level for continuous availability
• Assist in arranging critical office equipment required for day to day functions;
• Assist in office maintenance by supervising MSH’s contracted technicians;
• In the absence of the Operations Assistant, assist in receiving bills from statutory bodies and filing same;
• Assist the Operations Assistant in sending hotel bills to finance for payment
• Performing other duties assigned by Inventory Specialist.
• Preparing Purchase Request forms for the procurement of goods and/or services.
• Ensuring that all electrical appliances and sockets are switched off at the close of each business day;
• Assist in the smooth operation of the office generators by updating daily generator usage logbook as well as on/off of the generator.

• Minimum of one years’ experience in an admin position with a Non-Governmental Organization
• University Degree in Accounting or equivalent certification from a Business Technical School.
• Experience as an Admin staff or understanding of key aspects of facility management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, especially Excel spreadsheets, or comparable software and basic accounting software (i.e. QuickBooks).
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask.
• Ability to respond to new challenges in a flexible and thoughtful manner
• Ability to be meticulous with figures and good record-keeping.
• Flexible to learning and ability to take instructions.
• Good communication and ability to relate with others.
• Ability to identify items by their names and code number.
• Knowledge of computer applications like MsOffice, Excel, Internet, etc.
• Willingness/ability to work beyond normal working hours and when work demands to come during weekends.

• The State Team Leader (STL) will provide overall leadership and management of the CaTSS project in Niger State in a manner that strengthens partnerships with the state government and other partners, and leads to sustainable HIV/AIDS prevention and control efforts.
• The STL will spearhead coordination, implementation and reporting of the CaTSS program in the State and ensure optimal resource management in the project.
• The STL will serve as a member of the Project Management Team and responsible for overall project performance in their states of primary responsibility.

• Leading the development of an integrated CaTSS project plan for the State.
• Operationalize CaTSS project plan in the State ensuring efficient coordination of resources to maximize integration and synergy of program areas.
• Lead and manage the achievement of the CaTSS overall goal in the states
• Transitioning of CaTSS supported health facilities to the state
• Establish system for project monitoring, evaluation and reporting.
• Support the state HMIS Officer to establish a functional state M&E data system with periodic analyses and review to inform program management.
• Establish a system for timely relevant technical support to all implementing health facilities.
• Take responsibility for management of the state CaTSS project budget and all other resources under the direction of the Project Director
• Advocate and represent MSH CaTSS project at the highest level in the state on matters of HIV/AIDS and TB.
• Liaise and network with relevant CaTSS partners and collaborators in the state to improve MSH’s visibility, coordination of activities and promotion of shared advocacy agenda.
• Supervise staff and manage staff performance and development.
• Provides clear documentation of programmatic achievements as well as required data and keeps MSH senior management informed of state activities on monthly, quarterly and annual basis.

• Graduate degree in Public Health, Public Administration, Management or related discipline, or equivalent experience. Postgraduate degree in related field preferred
• At least 5 years’ senior level work experience in health program management in developing countries, or equivalent
• Previous supervision or team leader experience
• Proven track record in managing international projects or in senior management of a large and complex project overseas
• Willingness to travel within the states and other parts of the country as needed
• Understanding of USAID and field Missions; USG audiences, trends and requirements
• Proven programmatic, technical and managerial expertise in providing support to institutions to strengthen their management and/or leadership capacity, systems and processes, and sustainability potential
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
• Computer skills: Windows applications for word processing and spreadsheet software
• Extraordinary verbal and written communication skills to manage project communications and disseminate project information are required.
• Demonstrated leadership and capacity to oversee USAID-funded
• Demonstrated capacity to collaborate with colleagues, teams and partner organizations to achieve results.