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  • Posted: Jun 12, 2024
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    Malaria Consortium Nigeria is committed to tackling the large number of malaria cases and deaths in the country. Working in partnership with the Ministry of Health and other partners, we lead and support three major malaria control initiatives in the country: Support to the National Malaria Control Programme (SuNMaP); NetWorks and MAPS. Our areas of focus in...
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    Technical Specialist

    Job purpose

    The primary roles of the Technical Specialist (TS) would cover strategic technical support and monitoring, capacity development, evidence and knowledge development and dissemination, and technical representation. S/he would work with the Programme Director (PD) and team in providing technical guidance in the direct implementation of MDA-AZM activities, covering macro and microplanning, training, logistic system, social behavioural change communication, SPAQ distribution, quality assurance (QA), research and supportive supervision at the state, LGA, health facility and community levels as per the agreed performance framework targets.

    The TS would lead in ensuring Malaria Consortium’s strategic objectives and targets and contributions to Nigeria malaria targets are realized. S/h would also lead in the review of Malaria Consortium MDA-AZM and other chemoprevention strategies implemented in the country and continuously provide technical appraisal and how these can achieve increasing effectiveness/cost effectiveness.

    Scope of work

    Using an integrated, coordinated, system strengthening and resilience enhancing approach, the TS provides strategic technical and programmatic support to ensure that SMC is implemented in SARMAAN II supported/funded states according to the national guideline and global best practices with the view to positioning the programme for relevance in MDA-AZM implementation of the future.

    The Technical Specialist (TS) working closely with the Programme Director and Senior Country Technical Coordinator (SCTC), will provide the required technical support to the technical team at the country office level with specific attention to M&E, impact evaluation, digitization, follow-up on ToRs, concept notes, engagement of technical assistance (TA), TA and programme reports, tracking/follow up on technical quality of state level and operational research (OR) activities through interphase with the programme technical team, Zonal and State Project Managers. Furthermore, the TS would follow up on additional/emerging issues in the project; e.g. technical activities at the national level especially the integration of MDA-AZM with other community-based public health interventions and oversee AZM distribution processes and procedures to ensure quality assurance (QA) at the programme level. S/he would also be involved in representation of the project during routine evaluations, assessments and meeting with stakeholders.

    Key working relationships

    The TS working under the line-management of the PD, dotted line management of the SCTC and in close collaboration with the colleagues in the country, cluster and state offices, other partners and stakeholders, would deliver aspects of the programme as per the specified job tasks and expected deliverables. S/he would also disseminate research findings and mainstream same as appropriate towards improved programme outputs and outcomes. S/he would be part of the relevant Malaria Consortium/international community of practices (CoPs).

    Key accountabilities

    Technical contributions (70%)

    • Support the M&E Manager in the setup, implementation and review of monitoring systems and monitoring tools for MDA-AZM implementation;
    • Support the M&E Manager in using the monitoring & evaluation, accountability and learning (MEAL) system to support health system strengthening (HSS) in MDA-AZM supported states and at the NMEP;
    • Work with the technical team to identify areas/systems (data platforms, apps, databases) and select technologies to capture and organize data (digitization) for HSS;
    • Work with the SCTC and OR Specialist to identify research areas, develop research plans and design for research projects. Seek approval and support the implementation of approved research topics;
    • Coordinate the implementation, data management, reporting and dissemination of key project research outcomes relating to OR, ensuring standards and quality in project activities;
    • Support states to ensure that rollout of project service delivery activities meet national, Malaria Consortium and international standard of quality;
    • Follow-up on the implementation of approved Terms of References (ToRs) for all activities (to be carried out at the national, state, LGA, health facility and community level) meet MC quality;
    • Check activities of engaged TA as per approved ToRs to ensure quality implementation;
    • Work in liaison with country office team to closely monitor delivery of ToRs; obtain reports in a timely manner and ensure the proper sign-off of all submitted reports;
    • Support the PD in the provision of technical support, including building their capabilities, to the state teams in the planning and implementation of all project activities, including microplanning, commodity management, community mobilization, training, monitoring and supervision;
    • Follow up on additional/emerging issues in the project; e.g. integration with other community level public health interventions;
    • Work closely with the Senior CTC to ensure quality standards are developed and implemented at all levels for the mass distribution of AZM drugs;
    • Work closely with the Senior CTC to ensure the project’s adherence to technical quality assurance processes for Malaria Consortium in programme planning and implementation;
    • Document innovation and best practices that are related to the project.

    Project Management (20%)

    • Support collation, review and submission of technical activity reports to PD (and the SCTC);
    • Support the PD to follow up Country Office review feedbacks on reports and other project documents;
    • Contribute to preparation of the quarterly and annual progress updates to the donor as may be requested;
    • Contribute to quarterly lessons identification and learning documentation and dissemination;
    • Contribute to project transition strategy and ensure inclusion of relevant activities to promote sustainability within the workplan and smooth transition of the programme to government;
    • Be part of the Malaria Consortium learning & development (L&D) and quality assurance groups.

    Representations (10%)

    • Represent MC on malaria Case Management Subcommittee, SMC Expert Group and other relevant health coordinating committees at national level as may be delegated;
    • Be part of the relevant Malaria Consortium/global technical community of practices (CoPs);
    • Represent the SARMAAN II project/MC externally as might be assigned by the PD, SCTC and/or West & Central Africa Programme Director (WACPD).

    Person specification

    Qualifications and experience:

    Essential:

    • Master’s Degree in Medicine, Public Health, Health Policy, Epidemiology or another relevant specialty with at least 12 years work experience, is a minimum requirement;
    • Previous experience working at the national level with oversight for at least five (5) states;
    • Experience in health systems strengthening and malaria chemoprevention;
    • Experience in Public Health programme delivery at large scale at the community level (both campaign – like and routines, including those integrated and stand–alone);
    • Demonstrable experience working with national programmes and engaging with stakeholders at that level;
    • Significant experience of working in developing countries and experience with Malaria Consortium or any GFTAM, FCDO (former DFID/UKaid) or USAID funded programmes would be an added advantage.

    Work-based skills and competencies:

    Essential:

    • Knowledge of global and country specific malaria policies and guidelines;
    • Technical knowledge and skills in control of malaria and other childhood illnesses;
    • Demonstrable report writing and presentation skills;
    • Excellent project management and M&E skills; and familiarity with accountability, learning & development; and
    • Excellent written and spoken English.

    Qualified female candidates are strongly advised to apply.

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    State Project Manager - Kebbi

    Job purpose

    To work with the country office team and  Project Director to effectively manage project activities and resources, provide leadership and stewardship to the state project team and maintain collaborative links with the project’s key stakeholders at national and state level.

    Key working relationships

    The State Project manager will work with the state team and stakeholders in the state, especially the State Ministry of Health, State Primary Health Care Development Agency, NAFDAC state representatives and LGA Departments of Health/PHC, to manage the rollout and implementation of the SARMAAN II Project. S/he will monitor project partners’ activities at the state level and ensure approved terms of reference for partners’ work in the project state are adhered to. The State Project Manager will work with the country office project technical and management staff (Project Technical Specialist, Data Analyst,, M&E Manager, Senior M & E officer and Project Director) to translate plans and decisions to action at the state level, while ensuring coherence, alignment and proper coordination with appropriate stakeholders. S/he would report to the  Project Director.

    Scope of work

    The State Project Manager will support the programme activities at the state level overseeing implementation to ensure timely delivery of workplans and achievement of set targets and objectives. S/he will liaise with the PD to provide technical and managerial oversight for the state project team and ensure activities are carried out according to approved budget and value for money principles.

    Key accountabilities

     Project management (60%)

    • Work with the project team and other relevant personnel in the country office to lead activities for smooth project start up and activity planning in line with donor- approved project workplan.
    • Work with the relevant personnel to prepare all necessary project start up and planning tools on time
    • Provide performance management oversight for the SARMAAN II project team in the   state.
    • Work directly with the PD and be responsible for coordinating overall project  implementation in the state and see that activities are carried out on time and  within budget
    • Liaise regularly with the PD to provide timely and comprehensive updates and  reports as required
    • Liaise with other Roll Back Malaria partners and child health programme implementers relevant for successful project implementation in the state
    • Work with the project team to develop and implement annual work plans
    • Work closely with the PD to prepare the programme monitoring and evaluation plan in conjunction with the Project M&E Manager. Work with the project team to  implement it
    • Work with the country finance team and project accountant to prepare and  track progress of project and activity budgets
    • Be responsible for State project budget management and reporting
    • Work with the project accountant and PD to prepare quarterly financial  reports
    • Work with the relevant country personnel and the PD to prepare an exit strategy   and to implement it, to see to smooth project close-out.
    • Coordinate with other donors and implementers to ensure complementarity of implementation of the SARMAAN II project in the state by leveraging resources and harmonizing efforts where possible
    • Work with the Senior Country Technical Coordinator, PD, Project Technical Specialist and external relations team for MC to see that a communication strategy is developed and implemented  for the project.
    • Coordinate the documentation of project activities in form of activity-specific reports and ensure proper archiving of such for easy access and reference
    • Contribute to preparations for periodic coordination meetings in form of progress updates and power point presentations
    • Be responsible for quarterly lessons identification and learning documentation and dissemination in liaison with the M&E manager and Project Technical  Specialists.
    • Be responsible for building functional partner relationships among the project’s stakeholders and local partners
    • Oversee project partners inputs and subcontractors’ activities to deliver

    harmonized, aligned and effective outputs

    • Manage risks to Malaria Consortium including financial, reputation and security in a challenging environment
    • Work with the project M&E Manager and Country Public Health Specialist to ensure  that high quality project data is collected, analyzed and disseminated to relevant stakeholders at all levels and reported to the donor.

     Technical performance management and quality assurance (30%)

    • Work with the project teams, PD and the Senior Country Technical Coordinator to   determine technical support needs to implement the project effectively and with high quality. Liaise with the Senior Country Technical Coordinator to obtain regional or global technical support
    • Contribute to the development and production of dissemination documents to allow wider sharing of Malaria Consortium’s experiences, lessons and successes
    • Oversee monitoring and evaluation of project performance against workplan
    • Keep abreast with evidence and best practices that are related to the project

    Representation (10%)

    • Represent Malaria Consortium at state level meetings related to the project and keep key stakeholders abreast of project implementation.
    • Participate in national level meetings and workshops as appropriate with the PD’s support.
    • Liaise regularly with the PD, keeping the relevant Country Team in loop of  communication

    Person specification

    Qualifications and experience:

    Essential

    • Postgraduate or Master’s degree in Public Health, Health Policy, Epidemiology or another relevant specialty is a minimum requirement
    • Extensive experience of working at national or state level in developing countries on a donor-funded project
    • Excellent project planning, management and monitoring & evaluation skills
    • Experience managing project budgets
    • Proven leadership skills and team leading
    • Experience in advocacy and policy influencing
    • Excellent written and spoken English

    Desirable

    • Experience in malaria programme implementation
    • Experience in leading a project at state level
    • Advance knowledge of Microsoft office

    Work-based skills and competencies:

    Essential

    • Proof of strong interpersonal and negotiating skills
    • Excellent report writing and presentation skills are also needed
    • Understanding of public health issues in West and Central Africa

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    State Project Manager - Jigawa

    Job purpose

    To work with the country office team and  Project Director to effectively manage project activities and resources, provide leadership and stewardship to the state project team and maintain collaborative links with the project’s key stakeholders at national and state level.

    Key working relationships

    The State Project manager will work with the state team and stakeholders in the state, especially the State Ministry of Health, State Primary Health Care Development Agency, NAFDAC state representatives and LGA Departments of Health/PHC, to manage the rollout and implementation of the SARMAAN II Project. S/he will monitor project partners’ activities at the state level and ensure approved terms of reference for partners’ work in the project state are adhered to. The State Project Manager will work with the country office project technical and management staff (Project Technical Specialist, Data Analyst,, M&E Manager, Senior M & E officer and Project Director) to translate plans and decisions to action at the state level, while ensuring coherence, alignment and proper coordination with appropriate stakeholders. S/he would report to the  Project Director.

    Scope of work

    The State Project Manager will support the programme activities at the state level overseeing implementation to ensure timely delivery of workplans and achievement of set targets and objectives. S/he will liaise with the PD to provide technical and managerial oversight for the state project team and ensure activities are carried out according to approved budget and value for money principles.

    Key accountabilities

     Project management (60%)

    • Work with the project team and other relevant personnel in the country office to lead activities for smooth project start up and activity planning in line with donor- approved project workplan.
    • Work with the relevant personnel to prepare all necessary project start up and planning tools on time
    • Provide performance management oversight for the SARMAAN II project team in the   state.
    • Work directly with the PD and be responsible for coordinating overall project  implementation in the state and see that activities are carried out on time and  within budget
    • Liaise regularly with the PD to provide timely and comprehensive updates and  reports as required
    • Liaise with other Roll Back Malaria partners and child health programme implementers relevant for successful project implementation in the state
    • Work with the project team to develop and implement annual work plans
    • Work closely with the PD to prepare the programme monitoring and evaluation plan in conjunction with the Project M&E Manager. Work with the project team to  implement it
    • Work with the country finance team and project accountant to prepare and  track progress of project and activity budgets
    • Be responsible for State project budget management and reporting
    • Work with the project accountant and PD to prepare quarterly financial  reports
    • Work with the relevant country personnel and the PD to prepare an exit strategy   and to implement it, to see to smooth project close-out.
    • Coordinate with other donors and implementers to ensure complementarity of implementation of the SARMAAN II project in the state by leveraging resources and harmonizing efforts where possible
    • Work with the Senior Country Technical Coordinator, PD, Project Technical Specialist and external relations team for MC to see that a communication strategy is developed and implemented  for the project.
    • Coordinate the documentation of project activities in form of activity-specific reports and ensure proper archiving of such for easy access and reference
    • Contribute to preparations for periodic coordination meetings in form of progress updates and power point presentations
    • Be responsible for quarterly lessons identification and learning documentation and dissemination in liaison with the M&E manager and Project Technical  Specialists.
    • Be responsible for building functional partner relationships among the project’s stakeholders and local partners
    • Oversee project partners inputs and subcontractors’ activities to deliver

    harmonized, aligned and effective outputs

    • Manage risks to Malaria Consortium including financial, reputation and security in a challenging environment
    • Work with the project M&E Manager and Country Public Health Specialist to ensure  that high quality project data is collected, analyzed and disseminated to relevant stakeholders at all levels and reported to the donor.

     Technical performance management and quality assurance (30%)

    • Work with the project teams, PD and the Senior Country Technical Coordinator to   determine technical support needs to implement the project effectively and with high quality. Liaise with the Senior Country Technical Coordinator to obtain regional or global technical support
    • Contribute to the development and production of dissemination documents to allow wider sharing of Malaria Consortium’s experiences, lessons and successes
    • Oversee monitoring and evaluation of project performance against workplan
    • Keep abreast with evidence and best practices that are related to the project

    Representation (10%)

    • Represent Malaria Consortium at state level meetings related to the project and keep key stakeholders abreast of project implementation.
    • Participate in national level meetings and workshops as appropriate with the PD’s support.
    • Liaise regularly with the PD, keeping the relevant Country Team in loop of  communication

    Person specification

    Qualifications and experience:

    Essential

    • Postgraduate or Master’s degree in Public Health, Health Policy, Epidemiology or another relevant specialty is a minimum requirement
    • Extensive experience of working at national or state level in developing countries on a donor-funded project
    • Excellent project planning, management and monitoring & evaluation skills
    • Experience managing project budgets
    • Proven leadership skills and team leading
    • Experience in advocacy and policy influencing
    • Excellent written and spoken English

    Desirable

    • Experience in malaria programme implementation
    • Experience in leading a project at state level
    • Advance knowledge of Microsoft office

    Work-based skills and competencies:

    Essential

    • Proof of strong interpersonal and negotiating skills
    • Excellent report writing and presentation skills are also needed
    • Understanding of public health issues in West and Central Africa

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    Senior M&E Officer - Kaduna

    Job purpose

    The Senior M&E Officer will serve as the main focal person for all Research, MEAL (Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning) activity which include data validation, DQA, coordination meetings, capacity building in data quality and supportive supervisory visit to strengthen health management information system in SARMAAN II project in the state. S/he will assist and report to the M&E manager regarding the monitoring and evaluation of project activities.

    Scope of work

    The incumbent will work as part of the project team under the direct supervision and guidance of the M&E Manager and indirectly through the SARMAAN II project Director for the attainment of the project goal.

    Key working relationships

    The officer working under the line-management of the M & E Manager and in close collaboration with the state, LGA, community actors, stakeholders and partners would deliver aspects of the project as per the specified job tasks and expected deliverables.

    Key accountabilities

    Technical contributions 50%

    • Plan and implement M&E activities related to SARMAAN II in the approved work plan under the guidance of the Project Director and SCTC
    • Ensure high quality data are available on a regular and timely basis for programmatic decision making
    • Manage the information-gathering process for results and performance reports, in addition to other briefings, summaries, papers, presentations, etc. for various audiences as needed. (I suggest ‘manage the data collection and management processes before, during and after each round of mass SARMAAN II drug administration, including sentinel site monitoring)
    • Coordinate the documentation of SARMAAN II activities in form of reports and ensure proper archiving of such for easy access and reference
    • Assist State project managers to develop robust monitoring plans for quantitative and qualitative reporting on project performance indicators.
    • Adapt and maintain a high quality database for the project in line with the regional standards.
    • Contribute to work plans, sub agreements, budgets, pipelines, technical reports, and deliverables.
    • Routinely monitor project performance against targets and prepare periodic reports on M&E activities for SARMAAN II Project.
    • Participate in project assessments, evaluations and design including development of survey protocols

    Program Management (10%)

    • Support State senior M & E officers with coordinating program management activities, by ensuring that the staff provide the needed technical support and ensure coordination meetings hold at the LGA and state levels.
    • Work with state Senior M & E officers staff to ensure that reports are obtained from all health facilities within the state through appropriate state-specific mechanisms.
    • Ensure and support State M & E officers undertake monitoring and supervisory visits to health facilities and ensure that action plans are developed for identified gaps.
    • Support state Senior M & E officers with ensuring that all items in the action plans from health facilities are addressed and all outstanding gaps are closed.

    Accountability (10%)

    • Support programming staff to engage key populations in monitoring and evaluating program’s performance and to incorporate participatory methods into M&E systems in Nigeria.
    • Orient program staff and partners on the basic principles and practices of beneficiary accountability in Nigeria.
    • Support the development and implementation of feedback and response channels to reflect the preferences of community members and beneficiaries.
    • Ensure that beneficiary feedback is adequately documented, addressed, analysed, and utilized by program teams.

    Knowledge Management and Learning (20%)

    • Ensure that state M&E and program teams regularly review and accordingly adjust M&E plans and tools in the light of changes and needs in the field context based on monitoring data and reflection sessions.
    • Support learning-to-action events and reflection sessions to systematically analyse data for programmatic use for the state, and to document and incorporate lessons learned into program design and implementation.
    • Conduct regular data review and analysis for feedback to states for program improvement, and for updates to national level (MC and government).
    • Support program staff in key activities including development of a learning agenda, organizing regular learning events, supporting operations research, and reflecting, documentation, and communication of learning initiatives.
    • Support knowledge management systems and practices to gather, document and share best practices with project team, MC country office, government and technical partners. Collaborate with M&E and program staff to develop learning briefs, project bulletins and other materials for dissemination.
    • Promote adoption of the best practices in knowledge management by other project staff and government partners.

    Representation (10%):

    • Liaise with technical counterparts in the State Ministry of Health, and other local stakeholders engaged in malaria activities in Nigeria.
    • Participate in events/ meetings related to Monitoring, Evaluation and research, including quarterly Principal Recipient and Sub-recipients quarterly review meetings.
    • Actively participate in the M&E Community of Practice and government M&E staff.

    Person specification

    Qualifications and experience:        

    Essential:      

    • Degree in statistics, demography, mathematics or any other relevant quantitative relevant discipline
    • Minimum of 5-years’ experience
    • Demonstrable contextual knowledge of local issues, community priorities, social and cultural constraints and realities related to community assessment, project design, evaluation and implementation
    • Cognate experience in monitoring and evaluation of community-based interventions is highly desirable
    • Experience in managing HMIS and CLMS as well as familiarity with Nigerian public sector health systems will be added advantages.
    • Experience in survey design and implementation, development of data bases and analysis and write up of survey results
    • Demonstrated skills in data management and quantitative data analysis

    Desirable: 

    • Fluency in written and spoken English

    Work-based skills and competencies:           

    Essential:      

    • A solid understanding of health systems strengthening
    • Proficiency in database management especially DHIS; Excel, Word, PowerPoint and demonstrable experience with statistical software packages (Stata, SPSS, Epi Info)
    • Strong analytical skills and experience interpreting a strategic vision into an operational model
    • Proven writing, communication and presentation skills in English
    • A collaborative and flexible style, with a strong service mentality
    • Facilitation and coordination skills
    • The ideal candidate must be attentive to detail, highly organised, flexible and self-motivated with excellent communication skills in written and oral communication
    • He/she must clearly display the ability to effectively prioritise and perform tasks to meet tight deadlines

    Desirable: 

    • Skills in qualitative research

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    Senior M&E Officer - Kebbi

    Job purpose

    The Senior M&E Officer will serve as the main focal person for all Research, MEAL (Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning) activity which include data validation, DQA, coordination meetings, capacity building in data quality and supportive supervisory visit to strengthen health management information system in SARMAAN II project in the state. S/he will assist and report to the M&E manager regarding the monitoring and evaluation of project activities.

    Scope of work

    The incumbent will work as part of the project team under the direct supervision and guidance of the M&E Manager and indirectly through the SARMAAN II project Director for the attainment of the project goal.

    Key working relationships

    The officer working under the line-management of the M & E Manager and in close collaboration with the state, LGA, community actors, stakeholders and partners would deliver aspects of the project as per the specified job tasks and expected deliverables.

    Key accountabilities

    Technical contributions 50%

    • Plan and implement M&E activities related to SARMAAN II in the approved work plan under the guidance of the Project Director and SCTC
    • Ensure high quality data are available on a regular and timely basis for programmatic decision making
    • Manage the information-gathering process for results and performance reports, in addition to other briefings, summaries, papers, presentations, etc. for various audiences as needed. (I suggest ‘manage the data collection and management processes before, during and after each round of mass SARMAAN II drug administration, including sentinel site monitoring)
    • Coordinate the documentation of SARMAAN II activities in form of reports and ensure proper archiving of such for easy access and reference
    • Assist State project managers to develop robust monitoring plans for quantitative and qualitative reporting on project performance indicators.
    • Adapt and maintain a high quality database for the project in line with the regional standards.
    • Contribute to work plans, sub agreements, budgets, pipelines, technical reports, and deliverables.
    • Routinely monitor project performance against targets and prepare periodic reports on M&E activities for SARMAAN II Project.
    • Participate in project assessments, evaluations and design including development of survey protocols

    Program Management (10%)

    • Support State senior M & E officers with coordinating program management activities, by ensuring that the staff provide the needed technical support and ensure coordination meetings hold at the LGA and state levels.
    • Work with state Senior M & E officers staff to ensure that reports are obtained from all health facilities within the state through appropriate state-specific mechanisms.
    • Ensure and support State M & E officers undertake monitoring and supervisory visits to health facilities and ensure that action plans are developed for identified gaps.
    • Support state Senior M & E officers with ensuring that all items in the action plans from health facilities are addressed and all outstanding gaps are closed.

    Accountability (10%)

    • Support programming staff to engage key populations in monitoring and evaluating program’s performance and to incorporate participatory methods into M&E systems in Nigeria.
    • Orient program staff and partners on the basic principles and practices of beneficiary accountability in Nigeria.
    • Support the development and implementation of feedback and response channels to reflect the preferences of community members and beneficiaries.
    • Ensure that beneficiary feedback is adequately documented, addressed, analysed, and utilized by program teams.

    Knowledge Management and Learning (20%)

    • Ensure that state M&E and program teams regularly review and accordingly adjust M&E plans and tools in the light of changes and needs in the field context based on monitoring data and reflection sessions.
    • Support learning-to-action events and reflection sessions to systematically analyse data for programmatic use for the state, and to document and incorporate lessons learned into program design and implementation.
    • Conduct regular data review and analysis for feedback to states for program improvement, and for updates to national level (MC and government).
    • Support program staff in key activities including development of a learning agenda, organizing regular learning events, supporting operations research, and reflecting, documentation, and communication of learning initiatives.
    • Support knowledge management systems and practices to gather, document and share best practices with project team, MC country office, government and technical partners. Collaborate with M&E and program staff to develop learning briefs, project bulletins and other materials for dissemination.
    • Promote adoption of the best practices in knowledge management by other project staff and government partners.

    Representation (10%):

    • Liaise with technical counterparts in the State Ministry of Health, and other local stakeholders engaged in malaria activities in Nigeria.
    • Participate in events/ meetings related to Monitoring, Evaluation and research, including quarterly Principal Recipient and Sub-recipients quarterly review meetings.
    • Actively participate in the M&E Community of Practice and government M&E staff.

    Person specification

    Qualifications and experience:        

    Essential:      

    • Degree in statistics, demography, mathematics or any other relevant quantitative relevant discipline
    • Minimum of 5-years’ experience
    • Demonstrable contextual knowledge of local issues, community priorities, social and cultural constraints and realities related to community assessment, project design, evaluation and implementation
    • Cognate experience in monitoring and evaluation of community-based interventions is highly desirable
    • Experience in managing HMIS and CLMS as well as familiarity with Nigerian public sector health systems will be added advantages.
    • Experience in survey design and implementation, development of data bases and analysis and write up of survey results
    • Demonstrated skills in data management and quantitative data analysis

    Desirable: 

    • Fluency in written and spoken English

    Work-based skills and competencies:           

    Essential:      

    • A solid understanding of health systems strengthening
    • Proficiency in database management especially DHIS; Excel, Word, PowerPoint and demonstrable experience with statistical software packages (Stata, SPSS, Epi Info)
    • Strong analytical skills and experience interpreting a strategic vision into an operational model
    • Proven writing, communication and presentation skills in English
    • A collaborative and flexible style, with a strong service mentality
    • Facilitation and coordination skills
    • The ideal candidate must be attentive to detail, highly organised, flexible and self-motivated with excellent communication skills in written and oral communication
    • He/she must clearly display the ability to effectively prioritise and perform tasks to meet tight deadlines

    Desirable: 

    • Skills in qualitative research

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