Program Officer
Jhpiego
Nơi làm việc
Taraba
Chi tiết công việc
Overview
The Program Officer is part of the state management team and forms part of the strategic team that directs the operations of RISE Nigeria.
S/He is responsible for program planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of the interventions implemented by Jhpiego and its partners in the assigned state.
H/She is accountable for judicious use of all resources entrusted with Jhpiego and its partners in the assigned state.
This includes assisting with development of work plans, managing Grants and sub-recipient Implementing agencies; managing State, LGA, and Community and facility level stakeholders; other partners and donors regarding implementation, monitoring and evaluation of programs.
Responsibilities
Participate in development and monitoring of State micro plans and budgets; coordinate internal business processes that effectively connect program operations with program implementation; ensure appropriate program monitoring and programmatic reporting to the Country Office.
With technical assistance from country office technical specialists, provide programmatic/technical assistance to all Sub-recipients of FAA in the design, implementation, modification, monitoring and evaluation of contractual obligations, project milestones and overall activities.
Liaise with multiple stakeholders at State, LGA, Community and Facility levels; collaborate with other USG Implementing partners (Lead IP, OVC partners, KP Partners), Local partners (CSOs, NEPHWAN, CBOs) to share information, coordinate activities, leverage resources and strengthen synergy in the implementation and achievement of RISE program objectives.
Contribute to the development and maintenance of systems that effectively respond to USAID/Nigeria requirements regarding implementation procedures, reporting and evaluation.
Work with the relevant thematic units to establish and execute a Quality improvement, SIMS assessment, capacity development plans and development of new program approaches that are linked to related services for efficient program implementation and monitoring.
Remain informed on the current programs in the HIV/AIDS and TB and fields by review of current literature and is alert to any implication of such strategic information for project activities.
Coordinate the development of monthly, quarterly and annual reports as well as human-interest stories, bulletins, factsheets, technical briefs, abstracts; disseminating best practices and other relevant publication related to the project interventions.
Provide oversight on the collation, harmonization and regular updates of program management tools such as scorecard, expenditure analysis, stakeholders database, CUG database, Adhoc database, facility directory and other tools as maybe be requested.
Coordinate all Adhoc HR processes including engagement, documentation, accountability management, compliance and integrate their efforts into overall program implementation.
Coordinate Health systems strengthening efforts and ensure compliance with technical, programmatic, contractual and financial requirements set by Jhpiego and its partners and donors.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Advanced Degree or equivalent experience in public health, sociology, or related health, medical, or social science discipline.
Demonstrated experience working with USAID/PEPFAR programs and strong familiarity with USAID reporting requirements.
5+ years’ experience in management, operational and technical expertise with a preference in HIV program implementation
Required Abilities / Skills:
Experience in HIV care and treatment and prevention programs
Excellent skills in facilitation, team building and coordination
Excellent writing and communications skills, including demonstrated technical writing skills for publication
Ability to work effectively with diverse international teams and willingness to learn and empower others
Ability to work in a complex environment with multiple tasks, short deadlines and intense pressure to perform
Ability to travel frequently to facilities across the state
Familiarity with Nigeria’s health systems and reporting structure and demonstrated ability to collaborate with government level officials to strengthen program implementation
Demonstrated ability in working and collaborating with a wide range of local and international partner organizations
Demonstrated experience in maintaining donor relations
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their updated CV to: ng-recruitment@jhpiego.org using ” Program Officer, Taraba” as the subject of the email.
Note
CV and Cover Letter as One Single Word document
Candidates that do not comply with the application instruction will be disqualified.
Qualified female applicants are encouraged to apply.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.
Only shortlisted candidates will receive an invitation for an interview
JHU is an Equal Opportunity Employer
For further information about Jhpiego, please visit our website at www.jhpiego.org
Application Deadline 1st September, 2021
