Bilingual Program Analyst / Associate (Portuguese-Speaking) at Solina Centre for International Development and Research (SCIDaR)

Description and Objectives

• The Bilingual Program Analyst / Associate will provide technical and operational support for the execution of assigned SCIDaR programs in English and Portuguese-speaking countries. This will involve the day-to-day execution of all program workflows.

Technical Responsibilities – Program Support

Program implementation

• Support day-to-day execution of the program activities;
• Contribute to a program workstream and escalate program challenges to Program Associate;
• Gathering and analyzing information, formulating and testing hypotheses, and developing and communicating recommendations;
• Ensure close collaboration and coordination with cooperating partners to guarantee smooth implementation of activities and achievement of results;
• Participate in routine technical problem-solving sessions with the primary client and relevant stakeholders to brainstorm implementation challenges and align on decisions to guide the path forward;

Program monitoring and reporting

• Regularly monitor and review program activities to ensure quality, accountability, and contractual compliance with agreed deliverables and performance indicators as per the scope of work;
• Documenting progress reports and liaising with key stakeholders;
• Participate in structured mid-term and end-term program evaluations;
• Required Competencies

Core requirements

• Professional-level fluency in Portuguese;
• Compelling evidence of interest in and commitment to the mission of SCIDaR;
• Demonstrated strong strategic thinking, problem-solving and thought leadership abilities;
• Advanced computer usage skills with proficiency in Microsoft® Word, Excel, PowerPoint;
• Demonstrated aptitude for analytics;Ability to work effectively with people at all levels in an organization;
• Reliable people manager, able to manage and promote inclusive and diverse teams within the organization;
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment;
• Fast learner, open to learning from peers, subordinates, and supervisors collaboratively and at a rapid pace;
• Strong logical reasoning and creative thinking skills;
• Results-oriented performer, experienced in developing and tracking self and team with clear KPIs;
• Strong verbal and written communication skills,

Education and experience

• Academic training: Relevant graduate-level degree in Medicine, International Development, Applied Sciences, and Technology, Policy and Strategy Development, Public Health, Epidemiology, Health Management or similarly relevant field;
• Experience: Minimum of two (2) years of progressive experience implementing development programs; past effective leadership experience. In strategy, health systems strengthening in a major consulting firm is a plus.

Language requirement

• Candidates must be bilingual. Read/Write/Speak at the advanced level of English and Portuguese