Job Vacancy: Senior Program Officer

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Job Vacancy: Job title: Senior Program Officer

Job description: Overview

The Senior Program Officer will play a pivotal role in the implementation, management, monitoring, and evaluation of the Unitaid funded HCV self-testing project in Abuja. This role involves strategic engagement with Nigerian government agencies, coordination and tracking of project implementation, and ensuring overall project reporting and technical management integrity.

Responsibilities

• Lead program coordination and monitor implementation at the state level for the Unitaid-funded HCV self-testing project, ensuring alignment with donor and Government of Nigeria priority areas.
• Development, implementation, and monitoring of work plans and budgets, and provide program management and technical oversight.
• Coordinate technical assistance for program implementation, including all logistics for training at the national and state levels.
• Assist technical staff in the design, implementation, monitoring, and assessment of activities, ensuring compliance with donor and organizational regulations.
• Contribute to writing reports, annual work plans, project monitoring tracking matrices, and relevant documentation.
• Maintain partnerships with FMOH, NASCP, Civil Society Organizations, donors, and other partners, and provide management support to enhance project performance.
• Develop and implement quality improvement strategies and monitoring systems to ensure project goals are met.
• Coordinate stakeholder engagement, facilitate training, mentoring, and coaching as required.
• Contribute to scientific writing for development of manuscripts for publication and presentations.
• Contribute to project transition efforts, dissemination and close-out
• Ensure that Jhpiego and the project deliver on all promises to donors and stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• MBA/MSc/MA, Advanced Degree or equivalent experience in Public Health, Sociology, or related Health, Medical, or Social Science discipline; Masters-level Degree preferred.
• 6-9+ years in management, operational, and technical expertise, preferably in HIV, Viral hepatitis, and public health program implementation.
• Possesses a keen critical thinking ability, with a propensity for asking in-depth questions to uncover underlying truths, avoiding acceptance of surface-level information.
• An excellent open communicator who must excel in meeting tight deadlines and managing multiple tasks, ensuring quality work is delivered consistently.
• Capable of working flexible hours, including odd hours when necessary, demonstrating adaptability and commitment.
• Detail-oriented with a proactive and forward-thinking approach to anticipate and address challenges effectively, innovating and sharing next steps in the project and priorities for course correction.
• Demonstrated experience working with Unitaid-funded programs or similar donors, with strong familiarity with budget and reporting requirements.
• Familiarity with Nigeria’s health systems and reporting structure and demonstrated ability to collaborate with government-level officials to strengthen program implementation.
• Excellent skills in facilitation, team building, coordination, writing, and communication, including technical writing for publication.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse international teams, manage multiple tasks, meet short deadlines, and perform under pressure.
• Willingness to travel frequently to facilities/states across Nigeria.

Jhpiego offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive employee benefits package.

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Applicants must submit a single document for upload to include: cover letter, resume, and references.

For further information about Jhpiego, visit our website at

Note: The successful candidate selected for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation.

Jhpiego is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

Jhpiego, a Johns Hopkins University affiliate, is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, marital status, pregnancy, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, other legally protected characteristics or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. Jhpiego promotes Affirmative Action for minorities, women, individuals who are disabled, and veterans.

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Location: Abuja, FCT

Job date: Sun, 10 Dec 2023 04:14:59 GMT

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