The Maternal Newborn and Child Health (MNCH) initiative is a 5-year aid programme which operates alongside the PRRINN programme that focuses on strengthening routine immunization in four Northern Nigerian States. The MNCH programme aims to address the unacceptable high rates maternal and newborn morbidity and mortality in selected Northern Nigerian States. The programme is funded by the Norwegian government in partnership with the UK Department for International Development (DFID). It is operated by ’1 consortium of three organizations, namely: Health Partners International UK, Save the Children, UK and GRID Consulting Nigeria.
The joint programme collaborates with stakeholders in the health sector as well as civil societies to provide quantifiable improvements to the PHC systems in Northern Nigeria. PRRINN/MNCH is managed by a team of internationally recruited professionals. Its programme activities are carried out in Jigawa, Katsina, Yobe and Zamfara with coordination from the programme head office in Kano. The programme has been in operation, but seeks to recruit qualified professionals to fill two vacant positions:
POSITION B: Knowledge Management Officer: Kano Office
The Knowledge Management Officer (KMO) is the digital librarian for the programme and reports directly to the National Programme Manager. S/he will be responsible for collating, organizing, maintaining and structuring the flow of programme documents and reports for easy access of information for staff and programme management. S/he will work closely with the State Team Managers, National Advisers and the National Programme Manager in compiling reports and programme materials manually and electronically for updates on the programme website and record management. The KMO will provide periodic reports to the programme management on record management matters as well as establish programme documents status in relation to possession and location; for optimum use of information within the programme.
Qualification:
Candidate(s) must hold a degree in anyone of Library and Archival Science, Computer science or any related discipline with at least 5 years’ experience in a similar role. S/he must have proven experience of data input in an accurate and speedy manner. S/he must clearly display the ability to perform a high degree of logical reasoning, organize work load effectively and maintain confidentiality of programme documents, data and reports. The ideal candidate must be attentive to details, highly organized, flexible and self-motivated with excellent communication skills in written and oral communication. Previous hands-on experience in website and knowledge management and in a similar working environment will be an added advantage.
Terms of Employment:
The appointment will be for a contract term of up to 2 years, with an initial 6 months probationary period. The programme offers extremely competitive salary packages. However, local terms and conditions are applicable.
Method of Application:
Interested candidates who fully meet the above requirements should submit an application letter attached to a detailed CV – to include a daytime telephone contact and email address stating the position and location of interest in the ‘subject line’ of the mail. This should be done and through the appropriate link at www.gridconsulting.net
All applications without an application letter will NOT be processed. All applications must be submitted latest Friday, 27 May, 2011.
Please note, that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
NOTE: Application processes must be adhered to avoid disqualification.