Vacancies: Northern Region Programme Manager, Malaria Specialist
SuNMaP is DFID-funded five-year programme to support the Nation Malaria Control Programme. It currently operates in six states, namely; Anambra, Kano, Katsina, Lagos, Niger and Ogun with headquarters in Abuja. This E50m projects is managed by a consortium of three international organizations, namely; Malaria Consortium UK. Health Partners International UK and GRID Consulting Nigeria.
The objective of SuNMaP is to strengthen the delivery of the Nigeria’s National Malaria control effort by proving technical support to improve the capacity of the National Malaria Control programme (NMCP) at all levels. In doing this he programme is working with stakeholders in the health sector public and private; as well as civil society and partners from the commercial sector.
The programme has been in operation for over three years and is now expanding to four additional states; namely; Enugu, Jigawa, Kaduna and Yobe. We are now looking to fill the following positions across the existing and new operating states:
Position: Northern Region Programme Manager:
Location: Kano
This position will assist the Programme Director in the management of SuNMaP activities in 6 Northern States. This includes management of state level teams and maintaining effective relationships with programme partners including other DFID health programmes, State Ministries, State Malaria Control Programme, key individuals in the Government, other aid agencies, private sector, Civil Society groups and other Parastatals within the Northern States. Other key responsibilities include;
- Ensuring all programme offices in the North run their business smoothly and their financial transactions are sound;
- Ensuring that local procurement and management arrangements meet the accounting requirements of the Government of Nigeria and that of OFID;
- Assisting in the timely submission of quarterly programme progress reports of Northern States as specified by the Government of Nigeria and DFID;
Qualifications:
- An experienced Health Professional with a degree in International or Public Health is required, with a minimum of 10-years working experience in Malaria control programmes in a developing country, S/he must have proven technical skills and knowledge in health service delivery and primary health care in a developing country. Previous experience and knowledge in Public health, policy development and health system reforms is essential for this position. Similarly strong communication and coordination skills are required.
Position: Malaria Specialist:
Location: Abuja
The Malaria Specialist is responsible for the planning and implementation of the
outputs of the programme relating to malaria case management and prevention.
$/he will be involved in providing technical assistance to programme activities
related to malaria case management and prevention as well as supporting the
identification and resolution of bottlenecks during implementation. The Specialist will liaise with other technical and state managers to ensure effective implementation of programme strategies relating to malaria prevention and treatment. Other key responsibilities include;
- Supporting the Programme Directors in the identification of potential modification to programme strategies for continuous improvement;
- In collaboration with the Programme Technical Director, supporting NMCP in the review process of National Malaria Control policies and strategies related to malaria case management and prevention;
- Supporting the capacity building efforts of the programme using relevant tools and approaches for relevant stakeholders and programme staff in various aspects of malaria control and related fields;
Qualifications:
- A Health professional with a Master’s degree in Public Health or other related fields with a minimum of 8-years relevant work experience in malaria control. S/he must have a good knowledge of malaria and of the health system structures in Nigeria. Excellent planning, budgeting and communicating skills are required for this position. Previous experience in a coordinating role and within a donor-funding environment will be an added advantage.
Terms of Appointment:
- The appointment term will be a period 15 months for each position, with an initial 6 months probationary period. As a result, the programme offers very competitive salary packages. Local terms and conditions apply.
Mode of Application:
Interested candidates should submit an electronic copy of an application letter and CV addressed to the Human Resource Officer through the link on our website at: www.gridconsulting.net . The subject line of the mail must contain the title of the position applied for. Applications without a subject title will NOT be processed. All applications must be received on or before 27th February, 2012. Interviews will commence in March with a view to engaging the best candidates immediately. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
