Access to healthcare is a fundamental human right, and it is imperative that healthcare facilities are designed to be inclusive and accessible to all individuals including persons with disabilities. Ensuring accessibility in healthcare facilities is paramount to guarantee equitable access to healthcare services for all individuals. Clients with disabilities have unique requirements, including... those related to mobility, vision, hearing, and cognition. Recognizing and addressing these diverse needs is essential for delivering patient-centered care. This not only improves the clients experience but also enhances overall healthcare outcomes.
In light of the above, SFHF hereby call for proposal from experienced consultants to conduct and lead accessibility audit in all the organization supported facilities to ensure inclusiveness in the facilities
Objectives
Broad Objectives
The broad objective of this study is to conduct a comprehensive accessibility audit in Primary Health Centers (PHCs), Comprehensive Healthcare Centers (CHCs), General Hospitals in FCT and NOFIC Kastina, ensuring that healthcare facilities are inclusive and cater to the diverse needs of all individuals, including those with disabilities
Specific Objective
The specific objectives are to:

Identify physical accessibility barriers that may hinder access for individuals with disabilities to healthcare services.
Collaborate with healthcare professionals, facility staffs, and individuals with disabilities to gather insights into specific accessibility challenges.
Evaluate the extent to which healthcare facilities comply with accessibility standards
Provide actionable recommendations to address identified barriers and enhance overall accessibility in healthcare environments.
Foster an inclusive healthcare environment for all clients.

SCOPE OF STUDY
The accessibility audit will be conducted in PHCs, CHCs, General Hospitals supported healthcare facilities in FCT and NOFIC Kastina.
Key focus areas:

Physical Accessibility Assessment: On-site evaluations to assess the physical infrastructure, including entrances, ramps, restrooms, waiting areas, parking and drop off areas for accessibility.
Access Services (Horizontal Circulation; Accessible Doors; emergency exits, Rooms and Spaces, Directional and Informational Signage, Seats, Tables and Counters, Stairs, Elevators, and Lifts);
 Usability of Rest Rooms (Accessible Routes to Restrooms; Doorways and Passages; Stalls; Lavatories). These variables will be used to gauge the accessibility level of all    the facilities that will be audited.
Service Provision: Evaluate the ease of navigation within the facility for individuals with mobility challenges, Assess the availability of assistive devices and supportive personnel for those requiring additional assistance and Review staff training programs to ensure sensitivity and competence in serving individuals with diverse needs.

Deliverables

A comprehensive report detailing findings and identified accessibility barriers in healthcare facilities.
Increased awareness among healthcare professionals and facility staffs about the importance of accessibility in healthcare settings.
A clear and actionable recommendations for addressing identified barriers and ensuring compliance with accessibility standards to the government - policy and decision makers
Actionable plan for implementing accessibility improvements in healthcare facilities.

Timeline
The accessibility audit is anticipated to be conducted in January, 2024 with a report detailing the findings and recommendations to be delivered in February, 2024
Budget
A budget estimate covering the costs associated with personnel, travel, and any necessary modifications and terms of payment should be developed and submitted along with the proposal.
Conclusion
The accessibility audit in healthcare facilities aligns with the commitment to providing inclusive and equitable healthcare services. By identifying and addressing accessibility barriers, we aim to create healthcare environments that prioritize the diverse needs of all patients. more

The CIWHIN+ Project builds on the existing structures for fistula care and treatment in Katsina State and the FCT, including routine activities in Kebbi, Zamfara and Sokoto states to improve access to quality and inclusive maternal and newborn health, and psychosocial services using designated health facilities. The new phase is integrating primarily components of community driven advocacy efforts... as a sustainable approach to engendering government ownership, economic empowerment options for survivors of fistula, male involvement and inclusion advisory for improved systems to promote inclusive practices across targeted health facilities and at SFHF. Additionally, the project CIWHIN+ is adopting approaches that will influence government policy and promote health governance at all levels for ownership and sustainability of services.
General Objective
Contribute to improved quality of life for women and girls of reproductive age including women and girls with disabilities.
Specific Objectives
Improved economic integration, rights and access of women and girls of reproductive age including Women and Girls with Disabilities to affordable, quality, and sustainable sexual and reproductive health services in target states.
The project has 4 key result areas towards achieving the overall objective of the project which includes:

Women and girls have increased understanding on sexual and reproductive health and rights leading to improved health-seeking behavior.
Local health facilities have improved capacity in delivery of maternal and child health services including prevention and treatment of fistula.  
Improved community integration of women and girls and their families including Women and Girls with Disabilities through engagement in economic activities.
SFHF has improved organizational capacity to deliver effective and quality women’s health project.

FULL TERMS OF REFERENCE AND DESCRIPTION CAN BE FOUND ON THIS GOOGLE DRIVE LINK more

Survive Fistula Healthcare Foundation (SFHF) is a non-governmental organization created to support the Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) rights and needs of women, girls and families with special focus on Fistula Prevention, Mobilization, Treatment, Rehabilitation and Reintegration. 
The Comprehensive and Inclusive Women’s Health Project in Nigeria is a three-year project that is being funded... by Australian Government’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade through CBM Australia, and implemented by the Survive Fistula Healthcare Foundation (SFHF).
The Role of the Programs Coordinator
The incumbent will offer technical support to the Project Manager in leading the design, planning and implementation of all MCH program activities, and provide overall guidance for the planning, coordination and implementation of program activities under the 3 thematic areas of Survive Fistula Healthcare Foundation (SFHF) development interventions: Social Behavioral Change Communication (SBCC), Safe Motherhood Strategy (SMS) and Comprehensive Fistula Care (CFC) in accordance with project design, SFHF standards and donor requirements.
 
Job Summary
Under the supervision of the Executive Director/CIWHIN Project Manager, the incumbent will ensure the successful kickoff and implementation of the CIWHIN Project. 
Essential Responsibilities:
Programs Leadership and Advisory

Develop and improve on technical documents for the CIWHIN Project or for the organization, including ensuring clean narrative reports that meet pre-set standards.
Design, manage and oversee the quality and timely delivery of disability-inclusive Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights programs for the organization.
Organize the recruitment, selection, hiring and orientation of national staff members, on an as-needed basis.
Assist in the development of project strategy, operational work plans and reports for a disability inclusive SRH program on SBCC, Safe Motherhood Strategy (SMS) and Comprehensive Fistula Care (CFC) program activities in line with donor requirements.
Lead the successful implementation and monitoring of the Project strategy in close coordination with respective donor organizations, the Ministry of Health, other in-country counterparts, project staff, partners, and other key stakeholders
Coordinate advocacy to relevant government and development partners for smooth implementation of project activities
Provide technical assistance to the program officers on implementation of program activities in all the thematic areas including SBC, Safe Motherhood and Comprehensive Fistula Care.
Identify and provide guidance to community-based organizations and structures in focal state such as ward development committees, health educators, religious and community leaders, men and women groups to lead community awareness-raising about prevention and treatment of obstetric fistula.
Coordinate and facilitate training/capacity building activities for community-based groups and healthcare providers in relation to program activities on disability inclusive Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH).
Facilitate immediate and long-range social and community mobilization activities related to reproductive health, maternal and child health, and obstetric fistula at multiple levels, including individual households, local leadership, grassroots organizations, local, state and national government
Provide technical support in the development of relevant SBCC, SMS and CFC materials for use in awareness raising, capacity building and health promotion.

Project Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting

With collaborating partners, review their existing approaches and management information systems and agree on any required changes, support and resources.
Provide oversight technical role in all SFHF programs to ensure that monitoring and evaluation activities are appropriate and meet the donor and project’s M&E needs and requirements.
Develop and improve existing framework for project M&E; including the mid-term project review, impact assessment, and final evaluation.
Develop project Performance Monitoring Plan with relevant data collection systems.
Coordinate the development of smart project quarterly and annual activity reports in line with the demands of the donors.

Business Development

Support with business development work for the Organization, including but not limited to flagging new funding opportunities, assist in the preparations proposals and concept notes etc.
Assist in the preparation of needs assessments, concept papers and proposals aimed at mobilizing resources for current and future project interventions.
Develop and maintain contacts with prospective implementation and funding partners.
Perform other tasks as maybe assigned.

Qualifications/Skills and Abilities:

Master’s Degree in Health sciences, Public Health, MBBS, Health Promotion or other related advanced degree relevant to the field of SRH/FP (essential).
Workshop facilitation/capacity strengthening skills (essential)
Minimum 5 years working experience in donor-funded programs. (essential)
Knowledge of research, evaluation and accountability, especially with experience of monitoring health programs (essential)
2 years senior level programmatic and technical management experience (desired)
Demonstrated management and leadership skills working with large, complex programs addressing a variety of social and health issues, particularly pertaining to reproductive health and family planning in developing countries
Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of reproductive health and/or maternal health and experience in the design and implementation of such programs
A proven leader, manager, and mentor, with excellent interpersonal skills, capable of directing and managing change, and inspiring teamwork and high-performing teams
Experience with report writing
Demonstrated ability to work collegially with community groups, other technical staff, experts, and with counterparts from the public, private and NGO sectors.
Computer skills with MS Word and MS Excel essential. Familiarity with software such as DHIS, SPSS, Stata, MS Access, an advantage
Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment and to deal with individuals from various socio economic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English language.
Exceptional interpersonal communication, teamwork skills.
Ability to work proactively, organize and manage own work.

SFHF is an equal opportunity employer and we actively encourage applications from every qualified candidate regardless of gender, orientation and religious beliefs. We are also a Disability Confident Orgnization and do encourage all qualified people with disabilities to apply. more

The Role of the Programs Coordinator
The incumbent will offer technical support to the Project Manager in leading the design, planning and implementation of all MCH program activities, and provide overall guidance for the planning, coordination and implementation of program activities under the 3 thematic areas of Survive Fistula Healthcare Foundation (SFHF) development interventions: Social... Behavioral Change Communication (SBCC), Safe Motherhood Strategy (SMS) and Comprehensive Fistula Care (CFC) in accordance with project design, SFHF standards and donor requirements.
Job Summary
Under the supervision of the Executive Director/CIWHIN Project Manager, the incumbent will ensure the successful kickoff and implementation of the CIWHIN Project. 
Essential Responsibilities:
Programs Leadership and Advisory

Develop and improve on technical documents for the CIWHIN Project or for the organization, including ensuring clean narrative reports that meet pre-set standards.
Design, manage and oversee the quality and timely delivery of disability-inclusive Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights programs for the organization.
Organize the recruitment, selection, hiring and orientation of national staff members, on an as-needed basis.
Assist in the development of project strategy, operational work plans and reports for a disability inclusive SRH program on SBCC, Safe Motherhood Strategy (SMS) and Comprehensive Fistula Care (CFC) program activities in line with donor requirements.
Lead the successful implementation and monitoring of the Project strategy in close coordination with respective donor organizations, the Ministry of Health, other in-country counterparts, project staff, partners, and other key stakeholders
Coordinate advocacy to relevant government and development partners for smooth implementation of project activities
Provide technical assistance to the program officers on implementation of program activities in all the thematic areas including SBC, Safe Motherhood and Comprehensive Fistula Care.
Identify and provide guidance to community-based organizations and structures in focal state such as ward development committees, health educators, religious and community leaders, men and women groups to lead community awareness-raising about prevention and treatment of obstetric fistula.
Coordinate and facilitate training/capacity building activities for community-based groups and healthcare providers in relation to program activities on disability inclusive Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH).
Facilitate immediate and long-range social and community mobilization activities related to reproductive health, maternal and child health, and obstetric fistula at multiple levels, including individual households, local leadership, grassroots organizations, local, state and national government
Provide technical support in the development of relevant SBCC, SMS and CFC materials for use in awareness raising, capacity building and health promotion.

Project Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting

With collaborating partners, review their existing approaches and management information systems and agree on any required changes, support and resources.
Provide oversight technical role in all SFHF programs to ensure that monitoring and evaluation activities are appropriate and meet the donor and project’s M&E needs and requirements.
Develop and improve existing framework for project M&E; including the mid-term project review, impact assessment, and final evaluation.
Develop project Performance Monitoring Plan with relevant data collection systems.
Coordinate the development of smart project quarterly and annual activity reports in line with the demands of the donors.

Business Development

Support with business development work for the Organization, including but not limited to flagging new funding opportunities, assist in the preparations proposals and concept notes etc.
Assist in the preparation of needs assessments, concept papers and proposals aimed at mobilizing resources for current and future project interventions.
Develop and maintain contacts with prospective implementation and funding partners.
Perform other tasks as maybe assigned.

Qualifications/Skills and Abilities:

Master’s Degree in Health sciences, Public Health, MBBS, Health Promotion or other related advanced degree relevant to the field of SRH/FP (essential).
Workshop facilitation/capacity strengthening skills (essential)
Minimum 5 years working experience in donor-funded programs. (essential)
Knowledge of research, evaluation and accountability, especially with experience of monitoring health programs (essential)
2 years senior level programmatic and technical management experience (desired)
Demonstrated management and leadership skills working with large, complex programs addressing a variety of social and health issues, particularly pertaining to reproductive health and family planning in developing countries
Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of reproductive health and/or maternal health and experience in the design and implementation of such programs
A proven leader, manager, and mentor, with excellent interpersonal skills, capable of directing and managing change, and inspiring teamwork and high-performing teams
Experience with report writing
Demonstrated ability to work collegially with community groups, other technical staff, experts, and with counterparts from the public, private and NGO sectors.
Computer skills with MS Word and MS Excel essential. Familiarity with software such as DHIS, SPSS, Stata, MS Access, an advantage
Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment and to deal with individuals from various socio economic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English language.
Exceptional interpersonal communication, teamwork skills.
Ability to work proactively, organize and manage own work.

SFHF is an equal opportunity employer and we actively encourage applications from every qualified candidate regardless of gender, orientation and religious beliefs. We are also a Disability Confident Orgnization and do encourage all qualified people with disabilities to apply. more

Job Summary
The Finance and Administration Coordinator works with the Executive Director to lead and manage SFHF’s finance, compliance and program operations systems to support smooth and effective delivery and implementation of project activities. The role holder will coordinate team members to carry out tasks around budgeting, financial reporting, procurement and management of logistics and... commodities (inventory management), information technology. They will be directly responsible for project financial reports to SFHF’s funders, and will provide guidance to the ED on corporate finance, administration, and human relations. The job holder will have supervisory responsibilities over Finance, Procurement, Logistics and Administrative staff.
Responsibilities
Finance

Coordinate the project’s accounting, monitoring, and reporting systems, including following and improving on established internal control systems in accordance with SFHF SOPs and donor rules & regulations.
Review of payment vouchers for completeness, accuracy, allocation reasonableness and appropriateness by project; and match all transactions to accompanying receipts (vendors, payroll, petty cash, provident fund, advances and their liquidation to staff & consultant).
Review and verify uploaded electronic banking beneficiary account details and payment transactions.
Review project budgets and monitor project expenditure in line with budget by maintaining a budget monitoring tool/system.
Provide management & program staff with monthly reports and analysis as needed to help them manage their projects.
Review bank reconciliation and review of monthly expense report for submission to Senior Management Team and project donors.
Prepare the office monthly Payroll and ensure staff are paid by the 25th of each month, and ensure all personnel charges including timesheet and vacation details are properly reflected.
Ensure that all the statutory deductions returns are submitted and paid to the authorities (FIRS, withholding tax, NSITF, Medical insurance, pension etc.) as at when due.
Prepare project quarterly reports (PPRs) to SFHF’s funders.
Coordinate internal and external audits.
Participate actively in new business development/proposal costing for SFHF.
Supervise relevant administrative support staff such as the, Senior Finance Officer, Finance Officer, Procurement specialist, Logistics officer and Admin Assistant.
Carry out other duties as assigned by the Executive Director/PM

Administration

Develop and keep up to date the program’s administrative manuals.
Ensure maintenance of records and files related to finance, payroll and administration.
Identification of operational issues and problems and implementing solutions.
Ensure the Vendor Vetting process is being conducted before engaging a potential business partner (supplier, employee, consultant, sub-award etc)
Weekly monitoring of the approved program activity profiles, and coordination with Finance and Operations team, to ensure proactive preparedness of the program activity requirements.
Oversee the contracting and procurement of program supplies.
Ensure procurement integrity and competitive bidding for all the office procurement.
Ensure the office maintenance of asset, inventory register per SFHF and Donor regulations

Human Resources

Work with the ED to coordinate human resources management including recruitment procedures for the Project and ensure that all new hires are properly on-boarded and oriented.
Coordinating the performance appraisal review of the project employees and ensure timely conclusion and filing..
Prepare and distribute staff monthly payslip and process annual tax certificates.

Required Education, Experience & Qualifications

University degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Public Administration
CIPM or ACA professional (full or part) qualification will be a distinct advantage.
5 years of work experience in the financial, administrative and/or HR management of donor funded projects with demonstrated experience in budget development and program finance.
Excellent computer skills, with particular knowledge of Quickbooks accounting software is essential Excel, PowerPoint and Word (this will be tested).
Available for immediate start in January 2023

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of tax and other compliance implications of non-profit status
Strong analytical skills
Knowledge and capabilities in accounting, administration and operation and operational practices.
Ability to facilitate decision-making processes and build constructive alliances internally and externally.
Ability to provide technical support and training in finance and operations.
Knowledgeable about logistics and procurements systems for supplies and equipment.
Knowledge of office administration and document filing processes
Knowledge of HR processes and guidelines for a medium size organization.
Strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills and requirement for fluency in English.
Must be goal oriented and able to be flexible, manage, and accomplish multiple priorities.
Strong leadership and technical skills, with proven capacity to manage conflicts, direct and manage change, and inspire high performing teams.
Exceptional interpersonal, teamwork, communication, partnering and supervisory skills more