Knowledge Network for Disease Control and Vigilance 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 is a key player in research and innovation in disease prevention and control in Nigeria. With over 300 program staff in 14 state offices and over 2,000 ad hoc health care workers across 1740 public and private health facilities, KNCN Nigeria has remained a major player in TB Program implementation in Nigeria. With project footprints across all the states in Nigeria and FCT, KNCV Nigeria has remained a major player in the 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 and TB/HIV diagnostic and management services. Our work focuses on collaborative planning, design, and implementation, engaging the private sector and strengthening service delivery platforms and community structures to improve the quality of healthcare services in Nigeria.
Tuberculosis Local Organization Network (TB LON) Regions 1&2 Project
KNCV Nigeria, in consolidating the achievements and successes of funding cycles in TB LON 1&2 project, proposes to scale and sustain current efforts to achieve quality TB services and full treatment coverage aligned with National TB and Leprosy Control Program (NTBLCP) and UNHLM targets. The TB LON 1&2 Project funded by United States Government (USG) currently supports TB Control activities in the 14 targeted states namely, Akwa Ibom, Cross Rivers, Rivers, Bauchi, Kaduna, Kano, Katsina, Nasarawa, Benue, Plateau, Taraba, Anambra, Delta and Imo states to increase the number of TB cases detected, treated and notified.
Job Title: Compliance Assistant
Job Type: Full Time
Qualification: BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA
Experience: 2-3 Years
Location: Abuja
Job Field: Audit/Finance
Purpose of the Job
The Compliance Assistant works in collaboration with all departments to ensure that procedures are respected and in compliance with KNCV Nigeria system and policies. The Compliance Assistant will support in monitoring the performance of all financial and operational functions within the TB LON 1&2 Project. S/He will contribute to the implementation, monitors key deliverables of the approved work plans and concept notes, and assist in the follow-up of a strong internal control system and compliance with donor rules and Regulations well as organization policies.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Ensures adherence and compliance to KNCV and donor rules and regulations.
- Reviews KNCV’s procedures, manuals, and SOPs to assess compatibility with KNCV and donor regulations and provide input as required to the revision of the manuals.
- Under the supervision of the compliance manager, follows up and ensures that all external/internal audit recommendations are implemented and cleared up within the stipulated timeline.
- Ensure retirement of field activities including review of documents from all field activities.
- Supports in developing, revising, finalizing, and submitting concept notes.
- Support the preparation and ensure reliability of the financial reports to the donor and to KNCV central Office.
- Support in the carrying out of periodic oversights to the states to ensure compliance to financial policies for all expenditures.
- Support in the archiving of relevant project documentations as directed by the supervisor.
- Provides administrative support during preparation of annual planning and other project activities as needed.
- Review third-party payment invoices against invoice review checklists and standard operating procedures (SOPs); ensure invoices are supported by backup documentation and aligned with contractual terms and conditions.
- Confirm the presence of contractual deliverables for all invoiced charges and flag noncompliance for follow-up by the Compliance Manager.
- Ensure that all procurement checklists are followed meticulously and adhered to, and observations shared with the supervisor.
- Under the directives of the Compliance attend all procurement committee meetings
- Communicates mis-applied rates and/or a lack of supporting documentation/deliverables to the Compliance officer/Manager for appropriate follow-up.
- Flags, instances of ingenuine invoices and contract misalignments.
- Follow-up with responsible persons for missing support documents/deliverables.
- Assist in the conducting of Spot checks in all departments and clusters.
- Assist in the pre-reviewing of payment vouchers/retirements.
- Support in ensuring proper follow-up on audit and compliance findings as directed by the compliance Manager.
- Carry out any other related duties by the supervisor.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance and Business Administration or a relevant field.
- At least 2-3 years’ relevant work experience.
- Possession of ICAN or ACCA is an added advantage
- Ability to travel across the 14 states of implementation is desirable.
- Proficiency in the use of computer applications (Microsoft Office etc.)
- Excellent written and verbal English language skills.
- Must be self-starter with the ability to work in a team, dynamic, solid, and open.
- Must be flexible with absolute integrity, organizational awareness and understanding of cultural differences.
- Have a high sense of integrity and transparency.
- Ability to manage official information in a confidential manner.
- Ability to use multi-task and work well under pressure to meet deadlines.
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 to Click here to apply
- Deadline for receiving application is 14th of October 2025
Note:
- We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for the recruitment process.
- Any successful candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation.
- KNCV Nigeria maintains Zero tolerance against Sexual Harassment and Abuse
- There will be travel requirements and opportunities both within Nigeria.
- KNCV Nigeria is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
