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Kebbi Sokoto |
Posted 2 years ago |
JOB TITLE: Grants & Compliance Officer
JOB LOCATIONS: Kebbi and Sokoto
Job Type: Full time / Non-exempt
Division / Department: Compliance
Reporting: Director of Compliance
JOB DETAILS:
- In collaboration with the Government of Nigeria (GoN), PEPFAR/USAID investments have led to the achievement of significant progress in the fight against the HIV epidemic in Kebbi, Sokoto, and Zamfara.
- However, the 2018 Nigeria HIV/AIDS Indicator and Impact Survey (NAIIS) showed that epidemic control targets are yet to be achieved.
- Further, this progress is threatened by development challenges: limited financial resources, insufficient use of data for decision making, weak coordination mechanism across all levels of government and insecurity.
- The Accelerating Control of HIV Epidemic (ACE) project provides USAID with the opportunity to support the GoN, civil society groups, and private sector actors in the cluster 3 focus states to close gaps in reaching control targets, address critical challenges in implementing their HIV response and accelerate progress towards sustainable epidemic control.
Job Summary
- To execute planned audit and grant activities efficiently and professionally in accordance with the acceptable standards.
- Also, to assist the Director of Compliance in implementing the approved compliance plan.
Key Responsibilities
- Review project financial records for compliance with the organization policies and procedures, the Donor’s requirements, and local legislations.
- Conduct physical verification of project assets in the State Office and supported health facilities for existence and proper utilization.
- Ensure adherence to HSCL guidelines on the efficient management of equipment such as computers, laptops, photocopiers, etc.
- Carry out periodic review visit of Community Based Organizations (CBOs) to ascertain accountability and transparency in the management of Donor’s funds.
- Review project vehicle usage for compliance with HSCL fleet management policies and procedures.
- Serve as compliance contact person in the State Office.
- Maintain proper documentation of compliance activities in the State Office.
- Write and submit Monthly and Quarterly compliance reports to the Director of Compliance.
- Any other task that may be assigned to the staff.
Education and/or Work Experience Requirements
- A Chartered Accountant with a minimum of 5 years of working experience.
- A Graduate of Accounting, Economics, Finance, etc., (B.Sc. or HND) with a minimum of 6 years work experience.
Desired Competencies:
- Working knowledge of computerized accounting systems.
- Experience with QuickBooks is an asset.
- Knowledge of Nigerian Financial Regulation and Tax Laws.
- Knowledge in executing and implementing risk assessments and programs in the audit area.
- Stakeholder Engagement and Management
- Knowledge of Grant Management
- At least 3 years’ experience working in an international donor-funded project in Nigeria.
- Expert knowledge of financial management, accounting, auditing, and financial reporting.
- Problem solving and organization skills.
- Capacity building skills.
- Outstanding oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent time management skills and outstanding work ethics.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Attention to details.
- Consistently approach work with integrity, energy, and optimism.
- Openness to continuous learning, change, and an ability to manage complexities in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstratable innovative/creative ability.
- Understanding of local language (Hausa) is an added advantage
HOW TO APPLY
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Cover Letter (no more than a page) and an updated CV in one document to:[email protected]using the Job Title as the subject of the email.
Deadline: September 5, 2022
Job Features
Job Category | Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) |