Society for Family Health (SFH) is a leading non-governmental public health organisation in Nigeria, implementing programmes in malaria prevention, and treatment, Reproductive Health/Family Planning, HIV & AIDS treatment, primary health care system strengthening, non-communicable diseases and maternal, new-born, and child health care. SFH ignites the power of health system thinking and market shaping to transform health outcomes.
An emerging pan African organisation, we provide a partnership platform to communities, donors, the private sector and government to co-create and implement actions that create real and measurable impact at individual, family, society and country level. In a career at SFH, you will be the centre of making all these happen. You will be joining a team of problem solvers, with real passion to change the world in a fast-paced environment. We are a truly Nigerian rooted organisation with global standards and a diverse workforce. We pride ourselves on being open, inclusive, and collaborative – and in providing a work environment that encourages our employees to be their best.
We are recruiting passionate, self-motivated, and highly qualified individuals to fill the underlisted vacant position, in response to organisational expansion:
Job Title: Legal / Contract Officer
Ref No: sfh-15016
Location: Abuja
Job Type: Full-time
Department: Legal and Contract Unit
Job Profile
- The Legal / Contract Officer will be a critical part of the Legal / Contract and Compliance Department of SFH.
- S/He will draft and vet agreements across SFH Nigeria and its Platforms in line with donor, legal, regulatory, and other contractual requirements.
- S/He will ensure that procurement contracts are properly drafted to ensure value for money and in compliance with all requirements.
- S/He will provide contract management services to SFH Management and the Board.
- S/He will provide legal advice and opinion on any matter required by SFH.
- S/He will participate in the corporate and secretarial function of SFH which includes preparation for Board Meetings, taking of minutes and filings at the Corporate Affairs Commission.
- S/He will assist the Head of Legal / Contract and Compliance Department to ensure SFH Intellectual Property (IP) are filed and protected.
- S/He will assist in the registration of new platforms/entities and IPs to be filed and provide any other business support.
- S/He will assist in contractual and regulatory compliance to ensure that SFH adheres to all its contractual and legal obligations.
Job Role
The successful candidate will perform the following functions:
- Legal drafting of documents such as contracts, bids leases, subawards, and various litigation support documents in a concise and clear manner using appropriate legal terms.
- Stakeholder/Third Party Management – systematically and efficiently manage contract creation and execution for the purpose of maximising business, financial and operational performance
- Company secretarial – prepare board documents and memoranda, take minutes, file necessary documents of the Corporate Affairs Commission, advise on governance and related statutory compliance needs.
- Legal research – conduct research using online and other resource, know where to find the Law and apply same to everyday and critical issues.
- Litigation management for some aspect of issues that arise from matters in Court.
- Compliance – work with other Departments to assist with SFH compliance obligations: contractual and regulatory.
Qualifications / Experience
- Must possess the LLB and B.L Degrees
- A minimum of five (5) years’ experience with progressively increasing responsibility working with and advising different Clients including Corporate entities, Government and Regulatory Agencies and individuals.
Skills and Competencies Required:
- Legal drafting
- Legal advisory
- Contract Management
- Company secretarial
- Excellent analytical and logical reasoning
- Excellent writing and oral communication skill
- Good problem-solving ability
- Integrity, accountability and honesty
- Ability to manage varied tasks across multiple projects and departments while maintaining composure and confidence.
Compensation & Benefits
The compensation package for these positions is very attractive and designed to attract, motivate and retain talented young professionals.
Application Closing Date
23rd March, 2022.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
Note
- All applications will be treated in confidence. Interested persons without the minimum requirements need not apply.
- We thank prospective applicants for their interest in working with SFH, however only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- SFH is an equal opportunity employer and women are encouraged to apply.
