Senior Account and Administrative Associate – Akwa-Ibom At KNCV Nigeria

KNCV Nigeria is firmly equipped with technical and administrative capacity in strengthening the service delivery of TB, TB/HIV and other diseases of public health concern and a key player in research and innovation in Disease prevention and control in Nigeria. With Project footprints across all the states in Nigeria and FCT, KNCV Nigeria has remained a major player in TB Program and other public health interventions in Nigeria. We employ a systems approach, using data driven quality improvement methods to identify and address gaps in TB, TB/HIV diagnostic and management services. Our work focuses on collaborative planning, design, and implementation, engaging the private sector, strengthening service delivery platforms, and community structures to improve the quality of healthcare services in Nigeria.

The TB LON Project is funded by USAID Nigeria and focuses on locally generated solutions to provide TB prevention, screening, diagnosis, treatment, and notification, while addressing stigma and discrimination. The TB LON region 1 and 2 project is to be implemented by KNCV TB foundation Nigeria to expand the provision of and increase access to TB services among formal and informal health providers through the engagement of the private sector, umbrella and local chapters of health and allied professional organizations, faith-based institutions, communities, and civil society.

The project is targeted at increasing the number of tuberculosis (TB) cases that are detected, treated, and notified across the 14 implementing states in Nigeria: Bauchi, Kaduna, Katsina, Kano, Nasarawa, Plateau, Taraba, Anambra, Akwa Ibom, Benue, Cross River, Delta, Imo and Rivers State. The project’s four intermediate results are as follows:

Improved access to high-quality, person-centered TB, DR-TB, and TB/Human

Immunodeficiency Virus (TB/HIV) services.

Strengthened TB service delivery platforms.
Reduced TB disease transmission and progression and
Accelerated TB innovations with improved impact on program implementation

Towards meeting the project set targets, KNCV Nigeria and partners adopts a mixed model of community and facility-based, health systems strengthening strategies and digital solutions to find TB cases.

Administrative Associate Job Type: Contract

Qualification: BA/BSc
Experience: 2-4 years
Location: Akwa-Ibom
Published Date: 26^th March 2025.
Deadline: 5^th April 2025.

Purpose of Job

To keep accurate, complete, and up-to-date office records for KNCV, as well as to provide general support to the Cluster Accountant Officer in Akwa-Ibom and to provide support for all admin activities for the TB-LON 1 and 2 project.

Duties and Responsibilities

Assist to ensure timely documents are made available for payments of project-incurred expenses documented and filed correctly.
Assist in ensuring the accurate compilation of financial progress reports in accordance with administration.
Ensure effective management of the regional procurement process and efficient maintenance of the inventory list of cluster office assets.
Provide overall support to the accounts department with no errors.
Support in arranging logistics (travel, hotel, visa application, etc.) for the workshops, meetings, and field trips.
Control stationery and maintain stationery inventories; support the purchase of office consumables and other items as required.
Ensure adherence to all major financial rules and regulations, which are described in the KNCV Finance Manual and other appropriate policies.
Engages in financial and related tasks as required by the cluster account officer and PPM coordinator.
Perform other additional duties as assigned by management in relation to project implementation and the daily management of the organization

Skills and qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
Professional certification in accounting is an added advantage.
At least 2-4 years of experience in accounting and finance, preferably in an NGO
Proficiency in computer programs such as the MS Office package.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work in a team.
Integrity and transparency are essential for this position.
Working Knowledge of program management Especially USAID-funded projects.
Demonstrable experience with accounting and financial reporting.
Experience and knowledge of Nigerian tax laws.
Experience with accounting software packages.
Proficiency in computer programs such as the MS Office package.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work in a team.
Integrity and transparency are essential for this position.

What do we offer?

A full-time (40 hours per week) fixed-term contract for a year, with the intention of extending the contract depending on funding and performance.
Fast-paced and result-oriented culture.
An informal work atmosphere in an international environment where initiative is appreciated.
A highly motivated and diverse team of experienced, self-driven colleagues.
Frequent capacity building and training.
KNCV Nigeria has its own Employment Conditions Scheme.

Method of Application

Interested Applicants are encouraged to apply online:
Click here to apply
Deadline for receiving application is 5^th of April 2025.

Note: • We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.

Due to the influx of applications, only shortlisted candidates may receive feedback on the recruitment process.
Any successful candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation.
KNCV Nigeria is against any form of sexual harassment and abuse.
There may be travel requirements and opportunities within Nigeria.
KNCV Nigeria is an equal opportunity employer.