Job Openings at Malaria Consortium

Job purpose
To work with the State Technical Officer, State Project Manager (SPM) and team in providing technical support and direct implementation of projects for iCCM/CHIPS activities with a focus on the identification, training, logistic system for iCCM/CHIPS commodities and supervision of health facility and community health workers in the state.

Scope of work
The ICCM/CHIPS Service Delivery Officer would support the implementation of integrated community case management (iCCM/CHIPS) in identified hard-to-reach (HTR) communities of Jigawa/Kaduna/Kano/Niger, and Yobe States by working with State MoH, LGAs, partners and other stakeholders at the state, LGA and community levels.

Key accountabilities 

Technical contributions (70%)

• Work with the programme team and other relevant personnel at the state and country offices to lead activities for smooth transition of closed out iCCM/CHIPS project into the GF grant cycle 7 (GC7) malaria programme.
• To build and manage an effective and technically sound iCCM/CHIPS programme team in the state
• Support the SPM in preparing project Progress Update and Disbursement Request (PUDR) which is submitted to the Principal Recipient (PR) quarterly, including narrative reports on a timely basis
• Work with the Hub Accountant and national finance teams to prepare quarterly financial reports
• Manage risks to Malaria Consortium including financial, reputation and security in a challenging environment
• Work with the project M&E Officer and Country M&E Specialist to ensure that high quality project data is collected, analysed and disseminated to relevant stakeholders at all levels and reported to PR
• Contribute to the review of iCCM/CHIPS supervision model and roll-out plan
• Coordinate implementation of supervisory activities to community health volunteers based on finalized supervisory plan
• Take the lead in assessing the logistics and supply chain for iCCM/CHIPS commodities in the states
• Contribute to adaptation of iCCM/CHIPS training manuals to Jigawa/Kaduna/Kano/Niger, and Yobe State context
• Coordinate the planning and roll-out of training of health facility and community health volunteers
• Contribute to the finalization of criteria for selection of communities, health facilities and volunteers for iCCM/CHIPS project implementation based on continuum of care approach
• Work with the Demand Creation officer to coordinate the selection of communities in the selected LGAs for iCCM/CHIPS implementation
• Work with the Demand Creation Officer to coordinate mapping and identification of health facility and community health volunteers in iCCM/CHIPS catchment areas
• Preparation and submission of project malaria technical activity reports to zonal project manager
• Coordinate the project specific and support to State ministry of health on procurement, supply chain and logistics activities
• Contribute to the finalisation of the project performance and M&E frameworks and take the lead in the operationalization of the frameworks
• Support State M&E activities
• Represent MC on malaria Technical Working Groups (TWGs) and other relevant health coordinating committees at state level with approval of the zonal programme manager
• Liaise with the State SMoH, partners and other SRs (especially Society for Family Health) for successful implementation of ACSM activities for ICCM/CHIPS implementation in Jigawa/Kaduna/Kano/Niger, and Yobe states
• Work closely with Implementing partners (PMI/SFH, etc) during mass distribution of ITNs  in Jigawa/Niger/Kano/Kaduna/Yobe States

Project management (20%)

• Contribute and work with the relevant personnel to prepare all relevant project start up and planning tools on time
• Contribute to project exit strategy as part of project design and ensure inclusion of relevant activities to promote sustainability within the workplan and smooth transition of the project to government
• Contribute to quarterly lessons identification and learning documentation and dissemination
• Preparation and submission of project service delivery activity reports to State Project Manager

Technical performance management and quality assurance (10%)

• Contribute to the roll-out of project service delivery activities which meet international standard of quality
• Document evidence and best practices that are related to the project
• Work with the relevant state and country personnel to prepare an exit strategy and to implement it, to see to the smooth end of the programme
• Be responsible for state level quarterly lessons identification and learning documentation and dissemination

Person specification

Qualifications and experience:

Essential

• Degree in Medical, Public Health, Health Policy, Epidemiology or another relevant specialty is a minimum requirement
• Significant experience of working in developing countries
• Excellent project planning, management and monitoring & evaluation skills

Work-based skills and competencies:

Essential

• Technical knowledge and skills in control of malaria, pneumonia and diarrhoea
• Familiar with public health principles 
• Familiar with monitoring and evaluation of community-based health programmes
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills are also needed
• Due to the nature of this role we will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis and the role might be filled and closed before the closing date. Early applications are encouraged.
• To apply for this position, you will need to have the right to work in Nigeria.
• The Company
• Established in 2003, Malaria Consortium is one of the world’s leading non-profit organisations specialising in the prevention, control, and treatment of malaria and other communicable diseases among vulnerable populations.
• Our mission is to save lives and improve health in Africa and Asia through evidence-based programmes that combat targeted diseases and promote Universal Health Coverage.
• Qualified female candidates are strongly advised to apply.

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Job purpose

The LGA Field Assistant supports the implementation of SMC activities at LGA, health facilities and household level. He/she is responsible for planning, implementation, reporting and coordination with local government representatives and community level stakeholders.

Scope of work

The role of LGA Field Assistant assist the quality implementation of delivery of SMC services at the community level by HFW/supervisors and CHWs through the timely delivery of SMC commodities and supplies and documentation of program activities. He/she interacts with the LGA management team, keeps them updated on the program progress and ensures high-quality SMC implementation.

Key working relationships

The LGA Field Assistant takes instructions from the State Technical Officer (STO) on the implementation of SMC activities. S/he gives feedback to the STO in form of basic documentations and to the M&E Officer in form of data entry for administrative coverage and supply chain management. S/he will also support the Finance Officer in getting account details of distribution personnel for payment.

Key accountabilities 

Programme Implementation, treatment tracking and management (70%)  

• Support implementation of SMC activities at health LGA level, including timely implementation of route plan, planning meetings, commodity distributions and monitoring to avoid any stock out, Community mobilization activities, supervision, monitoring and reporting.
• Ensure accountability of received commodities and supplies through tracking consumption levels and review of reconciliation reports
• Provide administrative support to training events field partners (Supervisors, HFW, CHWs, and community mobilisers).
• Track program targets and timely implement the planned activities to ensure program meets targets and review reports from LGAs and HFW for accuracy and completeness prior to submission.
• Ensure implementation of activities are in line with the laid down protocols, by continuously monitoring and escalating issues detected to the STO for mitigation 
• Maintain a good relationship and work jointly with – Public Health Officers and other partners to undertake home visits, meetings and to ensure health LGA’s ownership.

Reporting & data quality control (10%)

• Review distributors’ tally sheet, making corrections where necessary and entering the data on relevant data capturing platform
• Assist ME Officer on the data quality queries and ensure identified issues are rectified in time.
• Ensure submission of other reports to keep the STOL and State Project Manager abreast with the project implementation at LGA level.

Coordination and representation (10%)

• Ensure planning and coordination meetings are conducted as planned at LGA and community levels.
• Attend data validation meetings at LGA level and as directed by STO

Administrative and other duties (10%)

• Ensure the development of individual and team action plans to ensure role complementarities in achieving the set treatment target.
• Participate in the follow-up of supplies consumption.
• Provide information for overall planning of stock levels, making sure that they are sufficient for the operations at SMC sites
• Ensure that all HF release physical inventory of all SMC commodities supplied at the end of each cycle.
• Any other duties as required by the line manager

Qualifications and Experience

Essential:

• Clinical Officer, nurse, science, social science or Public Health qualification at minimum of diploma level
• At least two years field experience in related field
• Fluency in English, Hausa and/or other local languages is required
• Experience working in drug/commodity supply management, M&E and logistics
• Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences including LGA staff, HFW and community leaders
• Experience of conducting quality supportive supervision and data use

 Desirable:

• A broad range of experience including logistics, training and capacity building ability
• Experience of supporting teams
• Experience working at LGA level 

Work-based skills:           

Essential: 

• Good planning and organisational skills
• Basic computer skills particularly Microsoft Office
• Flexible, ability to work both as an individual and as a team member and under stress in what can be a harsh environment
• Nigerian citizen (legal requirement)

Desirable: 

• Ability to speak and understand English

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Job purpose

The LGA Field Assistant supports the implementation of SMC activities at LGA, health facilities and household level. He/she is responsible for planning, implementation, reporting and coordination with local government representatives and community level stakeholders.

Scope of work

The role of LGA Field Assistant assist the quality implementation of delivery of SMC services at the community level by HFW/supervisors and CHWs through the timely delivery of SMC commodities and supplies and documentation of program activities. He/she interacts with the LGA management team, keeps them updated on the program progress and ensures high-quality SMC implementation.

Key working relationships

The LGA Field Assistant takes instructions from the State Technical Officer (STO) on the implementation of SMC activities. S/he gives feedback to the STO in form of basic documentations and to the M&E Officer in form of data entry for administrative coverage and supply chain management. S/he will also support the Finance Officer in getting account details of distribution personnel for payment.

Key accountabilities 

Programme Implementation, treatment tracking and management (70%)  

• Support implementation of SMC activities at health LGA level, including timely implementation of route plan, planning meetings, commodity distributions and monitoring to avoid any stock out, Community mobilization activities, supervision, monitoring and reporting.
• Ensure accountability of received commodities and supplies through tracking consumption levels and review of reconciliation reports
• Provide administrative support to training events field partners (Supervisors, HFW, CHWs, and community mobilisers).
• Track program targets and timely implement the planned activities to ensure program meets targets and review reports from LGAs and HFW for accuracy and completeness prior to submission.
• Ensure implementation of activities are in line with the laid down protocols, by continuously monitoring and escalating issues detected to the STO for mitigation 
• Maintain a good relationship and work jointly with – Public Health Officers and other partners to undertake home visits, meetings and to ensure health LGA’s ownership.

Reporting & data quality control (10%)

• Review distributors’ tally sheet, making corrections where necessary and entering the data on relevant data capturing platform
• Assist ME Officer on the data quality queries and ensure identified issues are rectified in time.
• Ensure submission of other reports to keep the STOL and State Project Manager abreast with the project implementation at LGA level.

Coordination and representation (10%)

• Ensure planning and coordination meetings are conducted as planned at LGA and community levels.
• Attend data validation meetings at LGA level and as directed by STO

Administrative and other duties (10%)

• Ensure the development of individual and team action plans to ensure role complementarities in achieving the set treatment target.
• Participate in the follow-up of supplies consumption.
• Provide information for overall planning of stock levels, making sure that they are sufficient for the operations at SMC sites
• Ensure that all HF release physical inventory of all SMC commodities supplied at the end of each cycle.
• Any other duties as required by the line manager

Qualifications and Experience

Essential:

• Clinical Officer, nurse, science, social science or Public Health qualification at minimum of diploma level
• At least two years field experience in related field
• Fluency in English, Hausa and/or other local languages is required
• Experience working in drug/commodity supply management, M&E and logistics
• Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences including LGA staff, HFW and community leaders
• Experience of conducting quality supportive supervision and data use

 Desirable:

• A broad range of experience including logistics, training and capacity building ability
• Experience of supporting teams
• Experience working at LGA level 

Work-based skills:           

Essential: 

• Good planning and organisational skills
• Basic computer skills particularly Microsoft Office
• Flexible, ability to work both as an individual and as a team member and under stress in what can be a harsh environment
• Nigerian citizen (legal requirement)

Desirable: 

• Ability to speak and understand English

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Job purpose

The LGA Field Assistant supports the implementation of SMC activities at LGA, health facilities and household level. He/she is responsible for planning, implementation, reporting and coordination with local government representatives and community level stakeholders.  

​Key accountabilities 

Programme Implementation, treatment tracking and management (70%)  

• Support implementation of SMC activities at health LGA level, including timely implementation of route plan, planning meetings, commodity distributions and monitoring to avoid any stock out, Community mobilization activities, supervision, monitoring and reporting.
• Ensure accountability of received commodities and supplies through tracking consumption levels and review of reconciliation reports
• Provide administrative support to training events field partners (Supervisors, HFW, CHWs, and community mobilisers).
• Track program targets and timely implement the planned activities to ensure program meets targets and review reports from LGAs and HFW for accuracy and completeness prior to submission.
• Ensure implementation of activities are in line with the laid down protocols, by continuously monitoring and escalating issues detected to the line manager for mitigation 
• Maintain a good relationship and work jointly with – Public Health Officers and other partners to undertake home visits, meetings and to ensure health LGA’s ownership.

Reporting & data quality control (10%)

• Review distributors’ tally sheet, making corrections where necessary and entering the data on relevant data capturing platform
• Assist ME Officer on the data quality queries and ensure identified issues are rectified in time.
• Ensure submission of other reports to keep the line manager and State Project Manager abreast with the project implementation at LGA level.

Coordination and representation (10%)

• Ensure planning and coordination meetings are conducted as planned at LGA and community levels.
• Attend data validation meetings at LGA level and as directed by Line manager

Administrative and other duties (10%)

• Ensure the development of individual and team action plans to ensure role complementarities in achieving the set treatment target.
• Participate in the follow-up of supplies consumption.
• Provide information for overall planning of stock levels, making sure that they are sufficient for the operations at SMC sites
• Ensure that all HF release physical inventory of all SMC commodities supplied at the end of each cycle.
• Any other duties as required by the line manager

Qualifications and Experience

Essential:

• Clinical Officer, nurse, science, social science or Public Health qualification at minimum of diploma level
• At least two years field experience in related field
• Fluency in English, Hausa and/or other local languages is required
• Experience working in drug/commodity supply management, M&E and logistics
• Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences including LGA staff, HFW and community leaders
• Experience of conducting quality supportive supervision and data use

 Desirable:

• A broad range of experience including logistics, training and capacity building ability
• Experience of supporting teams
• Experience working at LGA level 

Work-based skills:           

Essential: 

• Good planning and organisational skills
• Basic computer skills particularly Microsoft Office
• Flexible, ability to work both as an individual and as a team member and under stress in what can be a harsh environment
• Nigerian citizen (legal requirement)