Compliance Officer (GF-Malaria Project) at Management Sciences For Health – MSH

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In the complex landscape of international health assistance, financial and operational integrity are the safeguards that ensure life-saving resources reach their intended destination. For a project as critical as the Global Fund Malaria initiative in Nigeria, the role of a Compliance Officer is fundamental to maintaining donor trust and organizational excellence. By identifying systemic gaps and championing ethical standards, you ensure that every resource is utilized effectively to close the gap between public health knowledge and transformative action.

Job Summary

The Compliance Officer is responsible for the rigorous verification of internal controls, financial systems, and operational protocols within the MSH GF-Malaria Project in Nigeria. You will serve as an internal consultant and monitor, evaluating the efficiency of operations and the reliability of financial reporting to safeguard the organization’s assets. Your contributions will directly strengthen MSH’s ability to remain compliant with both local laws and international donor regulations, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Internal Controls & System Evaluation

  • Strategic Appraisal: In partnership with the Senior Compliance Officer, develop and implement evaluation tools to conduct independent assessments of MSH and donor policy effectiveness.
  • Risk Identification: Identify vulnerabilities in existing internal control systems and propose actionable recommendations to fortify financial and operational management.
  • Operational Efficiency: Audit and evaluate the efficiency of project functions to ensure that financial resources are managed in strict accordance with Global Fund guidelines and Nigerian law.

Monitoring & Quality Assurance

  • Audit Follow-up: Track the implementation of recommendations from both internal and external auditors, ensuring that corrective actions are sustained and integrated into daily operations.
  • Value for Money: Monitor operational quality standards to ensure cost-effectiveness and “value for money” across all project expenditures.
  • Asset Safeguarding: Perform routine internal assessments to verify that financial control procedures are active and that assets are protected from loss or misuse.

Ethics, Investigations & Training

  • Investigative Support: Conduct meticulously documented investigations into suspected fraud or whistleblower cases, interfacing with the General Counsel and Director of Governance as required.
  • Capacity Strengthening: Identify knowledge gaps among staff regarding MSH and donor policies, providing clear recommendations for targeted training and professional development.
  • Policy Orientation: Ensure that all staff members are fully oriented on the ethical standards and operational procedures expected by the donor and the organization.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education & Professional Certification

  • Academic Background: A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Management, or a related field is required. An Advanced degree (MBA/MSc) is highly preferred.
  • Certification: Professional certification in Accounting (ICAN/ACCA), Internal Audit (CIA), or Fraud Examination (CFE) is strongly desired.

Professional Experience

  • Track Record: Minimum of six (6) years of professional experience in compliance, risk management, or internal/external audit.
  • Grant Familiarity: Extensive knowledge of Global Fund and/or US Government (USAID, CDC) grant rules and regulations is mandatory.
  • Sector Context: Experience working within international development programs or large-scale humanitarian projects is preferred.

Skills & Competencies

  • Analytical Agility: Exceptional ability to deal with ambiguity and exercise strategic agility in a complex, fast-paced environment.
  • Travel Readiness: Willingness and ability to travel domestically up to 50% of the time to support field office assessments.
  • Communication: Professional proficiency in English, with superior written skills for drafting complex investigative and audit reports.

Why This Role is Important

Compliance is the “moral compass” of a humanitarian project. In a program as large as the GF-Malaria Project, the risk of inefficiency or systemic error is real. As a Compliance Officer, you provide the oversight that prevents waste and detects irregularity. Your work ensures that the Global Fund’s investment translates into actual malaria treatments for the Nigerian people, rather than being lost to procedural gaps.

Salary & Benefits

  • Type: Full-Time
  • Salary: Competitive (Based on MSH’s international NGO salary scale and the candidate’s specific certifications and experience).
  • Professional Growth: Opportunity to work at the highest levels of grant management, gaining exposure to global governance standards and entity management.

Tips for Applicants

  1. Detail Your Grant Knowledge: If you have experience specifically with the “Global Fund New Funding Model” or USAID “Standard Provisions,” make sure these terms appear in your CV.
  2. Focus on “The Fix”: Compliance isn’t just about finding problems; it’s about recommending solutions. Highlight a time you improved a system, not just a time you found an error.
  3. Certifications Matter: For this role, having a CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner) or CIA (Certified Internal Auditor) status is a massive advantage—be sure to highlight these prominently.

About the Organization

Management Sciences for Health (MSH) is a global health nonprofit that has spent over five decades strengthening health systems across the developing world. Founded in 1971, we partner with governments and local communities to create sustainable, high-impact health solutions. Our mission is to save lives and improve health by ensuring that health programs are implemented with technical excellence and managed with the highest degree of transparency and accountability.

Application Details

  • Location: Abuja, Nigeria (with up to 50% domestic travel)
  • Deadline: January 11, 2026
  • How to Apply: Interested and qualified candidates should apply via the MSH official career portal: MSH Workday Careers.

MSH is an equal opportunity employer and values a diverse, inclusive workforce.