The Vacancy
Malaria Consortium is recruiting for a State Administrative Officer to join our team in Niger. (Re-advertised): If you have applied previously, do not re-apply.
Scope of work
The Administrative officer will be actively responsible for maintaining an effective and efficient workflow of the office through enforcing administrative and procurement processes related to the office/project. S/he will be directly responsible for the provision of administrative and logistics support in the office. S/he is accountable to the State Program Manager
Key accountabilities
Office Management: Administration and Logistics - (40%)
Be the admin and logistics focal point in the MC focal office, providing efficient project support in line with Malaria Consortium Policies
Lead in setting up a filling system for the office, ensuring ease of storage and retrieval of documents for both hard copy and soft copy filing requirements
Responsible for administrative management of assets in line with MC policies as well as vendor management and other service providers contracting
Ensure that updated records and valid documentation of all vendors with any other service providers and consultants are duly registered on NAV after compliant supplier registration verification
Manage all office equipment in an efficient manner ensuring regular servicing is carried out to MC generators, Air conditioners, IT equipment etc
Organise and book all local state-based land travel on receipt of approved Travel Authorisation Forms (TAFs) in coordination with MC logistics officers
Provide logistics briefs to all travellers related to received TAF’s detailing information on accommodation and movement vehicle arrangements and timelines
Compile, file and upload on SharePoint on a monthly basis all administrative records as required by MC related to fuel usage, staff movement logbooks, stock records and asset registers etc.
Manage the office security provider to ensure that the office has effective security 24/7.
Work with the DMC in Malaria consortium abuja office to ensure all ICT assets for staff use in the project are maintained in good working order and managed in line with MC IT user policies
Organize, monitor and manage staff mobile phone credit
Procurement Support - (30%)
Coordinate procurement actions in accordance with the Malaria Consortium Procurement Policy, ensuring that all documentation is completed, correctly approved and filed appropriately for future reference
Maintain a record of the status of all procurements, which will be shared weekly with all relevant staff so that they can plan for their arrival
Process all related payments for procurements made within the specified timeline per MC agreements while ensuring documentation is complete and uploaded on SharePoint as at when due
Upload and track all documentation related to MC Procurement processes on SharePoint and secure in line with Data protection policy requirements
In line with the programme budget and working as guided by the Malaria consortium policy ensure value for money of all procurements for programme activities carried out in the state
Conduct an annual market/price list survey for regularly sourced supplies to ensure Malaria Consortium is considering all qualified suppliers in the market for regularly required items
Programme Management support – (15%)
Coordinate internal and external stakeholder or technical meetings, workshops, seminars, including all travel and accommodations arrangements.
Lead the compilation of participants list (i.e. CHWs, health facility staff, team supervisors, ward supervisors, state, and LGA supervisors), during MDA and other project events
Responsible for coordinating the administration and logistics support for the programme office on all field related activities in the state;
Asset and Stock Management - (15%)
Manage all project-based assets to ensure that they are registered, tracked, maintained and disposed of according to the Malaria Consortium Asset Management Policy
Maintaining the Property Inventory Register for all office equipment (as per the Malaria Consortium Fixed Asset Policy) in the State
Purchase and manage stocks, in accordance with the Malaria Consortium Inventory Management Policy
Manage stationeries and office supplies for effective management and running of the office;
Person specification
Qualifications and experience:
Essential
Degree or similar qualification in Administration or related field
At least 2 years’ experience working in an operations related role specifically in administration and logistics
Previous experience in procurement management, particularly within the donor funding environment
Proven written and oral skills in English
Ability to work effectively and sensitively with staff
A collaborative and flexible style, with a strong service mentality
Effectively prioritise and perform to tight deadlines
Desirable
Attentive to detail
Highly organised
Flexible and self-motivated
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Fire warden experience
First aid competence
Facilitation and coordination skills
Work-based skills and competencies:
Essential
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Good computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Ability to troubleshoot basic ICT issues
Desirable
Good analytical skills
The Company
Qualified female candidates are strongly advised to apply
Established in 2003, Malaria Consortium is one of the world’s leading non-profit organisations specialising in the prevention, control, and treatment of malaria and other communicable diseases among vulnerable populations.
Our mission is to save lives and improve health in Africa and Asia through evidence-based programmes that combat targeted diseases and promote Universal Health Coverage.
The Company
Established in 2003, Malaria Consortium is one of the world’s leading non-profit organisations specialising in the prevention, control, and treatment of malaria and other communicable diseases among vulnerable populations.
Our mission is to save lives and improve health in Africa and Asia through evidence-based programmes that combat targeted diseases and promote Universal Health Coverage.
What We Do
We are dedicated to ensuring our work is supported by strong evidence and remains grounded in the lessons we learn through implementation. We explore beyond current practice, to try out innovative ways – through research, implementation, and policy development – to achieve effective and sustainable disease management and control.
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