State Technical Advisor- Bauchi

Society for Family Health (SFH) is a leading non-governmental public health organization in Nigeria, implementing programs in malaria prevention, and treatment, Reproductive Health/Family Planning, HIV & AIDS treatment, primary health care system strengthening, non-communicable diseases and maternal, new-born, and child health care. SFH ignites the power of health system thinking and market shaping to transform health outcomes.

An emerging pan-African organization, we provide a partnership platform to communities, donors, the private sector, and government to co-create and implement actions that create real and measurable impact at individual, family, society, and country levels. In a career at SFH, you will be the centre of making all these happen. You will be joining a team of problem solvers, with real passion to change the world in a fast-paced environment. We are a truly Nigerian-rooted organization with global standards and a diverse workforce. We pride ourselves on being open, inclusive, and collaborative — and in providing a work environment that encourages our employees to be their best.

SFH is looking for talented people with a track record of high performance and a passion for providing healthcare for their community to join our vibrant workforce.

Position: State Technical Advisor

Location: Bauchi

Job Profile:

Effective operations coordination of the activities of the different partners working in the three work streams is key to ensuring that the project meets its objective. Specifically, this project requires that each of the six consortium partner carries out their scheduled activities promptly as some of the activities are linked and as such bound time-bound. Monitoring is also key to ensuring quality is achieved and maintained throughout the implementation of the project

Job-role: The successful candidate will perform the following functions:

• Support the Supervising Regional Program Manager and the Project Director in convening, organizing and coordinating of review meetings to track progress against the target in his / her State of assignment.
• Represent the Regional Program Manager and Project Director with the proper briefing, in stakeholder meetings with FMOH, SMOH, Pharmacy Council of Nigeria, PSN, and all other meetings at the National and State levels in his / her assigned State of the Project.
• Support the Regional Program Manager and Project Director, with the proper briefing, in carrying out all program-related advocacy meetings to create an enabling environment for the project.
• Work with the Regional Program Manager and Project Director to provide technical, finance, and administrative support in the assigned Project State to ensure proper execution of the Project’s activities.
• Ensure proper filing and archiving of all project documents and MoUs in his / her focal State.
• Work closely with the Regional Program Manager and Project Director in the discharge of all other duties related to the project that may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications/Experience:

• S/he must possess a degree in Nursing/Midwifery, Pharmacy, or any of the biological sciences.
• A Postgraduate degree in Public Health or social work will be an advantage.
• Candidates must have 5-7 years post-qualification experience in program management, training and managing Family planning, Maternal and Child health programs especially in the private health sector.
• Lead the coordination of facility-based implementation of the IntegratE Project 2.0 in his / her Focal State
• Lead level community-level advocacy, partnership, and mobilization for effective project implementation.
• Support in capacity building and FP and other Service Area update training during staff orientation
• Work with other consortium partners to provide evidence-based information to inform the design and implementation of the project.
• Facilitate Documentation and other administrative responsibilities at the State level

 

Skills and competencies: 

Technical:

• Proficient in the provision of various FP methods especially LARC
• Must have PHC service experience.
• PHC and FP Service Delivery experience.

Behavioural:

• Good written and oral communication skills
• Good presentation and interpersonal skills
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Result oriented &
• Computer literate

Compensation & Benefits:

The compensation package for this position is very attractive and designed to attract, motivate, and retain talented candidates.

Method of Application:

Interested applicants should log on to our website at www.sfhnigeria.org and click on vacancy, click on careers @SFH, click on the advertised job suitable to you, and you will be transferred to a new page to apply. Follow the instructions and a confirmation mail will be sent to you upon completion of your application. Please include the names and contact details (including telephone and e-mail addresses) of three referees who are knowledgeable about your professional achievements.

This advert will close by July 14, 2024.

All applications will be treated in confidence. Interested persons without the minimum requirements need not apply. SFH is an equal opportunity employer and women are encouraged to apply. SFH has zero tolerance for any form of discrimination, sexual exploitation, abuse or harassment and violation of these principles is considered gross misconduct. We thank prospective applicants for their interest in working with SFH, however only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.