We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: State Coordinator
Ref: R3667
Location: Ebonyi
Specific Responsibilities
- Take responsibility for all Task Order 03 requirements for planning and reporting on state-level activities.
- Provides overall leadership and management of the PMI-S supported state malaria program including leading the development of an integrated malaria plan for the State.
- Lead operationalization of the PMI-S state malaria plan.
- Liaise and network with relevant malaria partners and stakeholders in the state to strengthen coordination, integration and resourcing of activities and promotion of a shared vision for malaria elimination in the state.
- Interacts and communicates on behalf of PMI-S to key stakeholders in the malaria partnership and government counterparts at state level
- Leads and provides oversight to quality assurance of state level implementation
- Contribute to establishment of a system for project monitoring, evaluation and reporting in collaboration with the Senior M&E Advisor that includes periodic analyses and review for evidence-based decision-making and program management.
- Take responsibility for management of the state malaria budget and all other resources under the direction of State Team Director
- Supervise staff and manage staff performance and development.
- Provide clear documentation of programmatic achievements as well as required data and keep the Project Senior Management Team informed of state activities on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis and as needed.
Qualifications
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- Master’s Degree in Public Health, International Development, or another related field.
- Seven (7+) years of related experience is required. Experience in international public health highly preferred.
- Demonstrated a minimum of five years progressive experience in public health and working with development agencies and organizations, government officials, civil society leaders, community leaders, project beneficiaries and project staff.
- Extensive knowledge of a highly technical field, as well as applicable laws, regulations, and general instructions. A highly qualified and recognized expert in the field.
- Ability to manage teams, initiate and organize work, establish priorities in a time-sensitive environment, and meet deadlines with attention to detail and quality.
- Strong technical leadership, health program and financial management background, and ability to negotiate, collaborate and coordinate with a range of stakeholders in the context of complex and shifting priorities.
- Demonstrated management capacity in malaria programs with proven ability to oversee multiple projects simultaneously in multiple locations.
- Excellent organizational, leadership, analytical, supervisory in-service delivery and team-building skills; and,
- Excellent writing, communication and presentation skills.
- Familiarity with the terrain will be an added advantage.
- Experience with USAID/PMIS funded programs is preferred.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
Deadline: January 31, 2024
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Job Category | State Coordinator |