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Career Opportunities at The Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI) in Nigeria January 2015

Career Opportunities at The Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI) in Nigeria January 2015

The Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI) was established in 2002 to increase access to care and treatment for people living with HIV/AIDS and to strengthen health systems in resource-poor countries. Over the past few years, CHAI has expanded the scope of our work to include access to high-quality treatment for malaria, new vaccines and essential treatments for common childhood illnesses such as diarrhoea and pneumonia. CHAI has also increasingly supported governments to build the capacity required for high-quality care and treatment programs. Currently, CHAI partners with governments in more than 25 countries while more than 70 countries directly benefit from the low-priced drugs and diagnostic test agreements that CHAI has negotiated.

The Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI) was established in 2002 to increase access to care and treatment for people living with HIV/AIDS and to strengthen health systems in resource-poor countries. Over the past few years, CHAI has expanded the scope of our work to include access to high-quality treatment for malaria, new vaccines and essential treatments for common childhood illnesses such as diarrhoea and pneumonia.www.justjobsng.com CHAI has also increasingly supported governments to build the capacity required for high-quality care and treatment programs. Currently, CHAI partners with governments in more than 25 countries while more than 70 countries directly benefit from the low-priced drugs and diagnostic test agreements that CHAI has negotiated. -

Job Title: Program Officer, Mentoring

Job Location : Katsina, Kano, Kaduna
 Responsibilities:

Provide coordination at the state level for the day-to-day implementation of the activities related to the Mentoring programFacilitate the roll out of the mentoring program in selected regions.Provides supportive supervision to the field activitiesProvide technical assistance to the LGAs and health facilities offices in the implementation of the mentoring program in selected facilities.Coordinate the clinical mentoring team and organize schedulesSupport the design of mentoring protocols and relevant guidelines according to the health care worker cadres being mentoredProvide an ongoing technical assistance to the health facilities and LGAs to troubleshoot mentoring program and immediately address challengesDocument best practices and lessons drawn by the mentoring program in the implementation of MNH.Participate in the state MNCH coordination meetingsPrepare regular reports (Monthly, quarterly etc.) of mentoring interventions of the MNH program implementation in selected LGAs for submission to Program Manager, MentoringAssist the central team in the process of documentation by providing the necessary data needed for the processMaintain close partnership and collaboration with key development partners and support local government offices to mobilize resources from partners for the scale up of MNH interventionsWork with the RMNCH Senior Program Manager and M&E units as well as with clinical mentors to identify areas of technical support to LGAs and PHCsAny other task as requested by the Country Director

Qualifications:

Minimum qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in medicine, nursing or related clinical fieldA minimum of five years of experience in clinical practice in the MNCH field, particularly in the areas of delivery, post-abortion care, FP/ANC/PMTCT and out of which three years were with management responsibility.Training and practical experience on  Basic Emergency Obstetrics  and Newborn Care (BEmONC)  is requiredExperience in clinical mentoringStrong background in coordinating in-service trainingsMust be self-motivated  and independently deliver expected tasks as well as ability to work in a teamStrong analytical skills and technical proficiency with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, is essentialWork in a team to handle other joint responsibilities of the programAbility to adapt to fast-paced and changing environments, both internally and externally.Willingness to spend significant time in the field.Very strong written and oral communication skills in English, including the ability to present evidence and opinions in a succinct and compelling manner

Plusses

Doctorate or masters’ degree in public health or related field.Sound understanding of the Nigerian Health SystemsExperience managing demanding work plans and tight budgets.Previous experience working in a developing country with ability to function well in rural settings with limited infrastructure and servicesNigerian citizenship or permanent residenceAbility to speak Hausa

Job Title: State Program Officer, Procurement and Referral Networks

Job Location:  Katsina, Kano, Kaduna
  

 Responsibilities:

Conduct an assessment on the availability of existing ambulances and develop a strategy for an efficient and cost effective mode of operation and maintenanceDesign state-level referral mechanisms including transportation networks to move complicated cases from communities to facilities for higher level careCoordinate state-level referral mechanisms (community-based and facility-based referral network) for patients  in need of emergency obstetrics care and maintain ongoing tracking and appropriate documentation on referralsOrganize training and provide mentoring support to facilities in relations to referral networksCoordinate state level quantification and supply planning with relevant departments of the Ministry of HealthCoordinate the implementation of the procurement plan at state levelProvide technical support to ensure that health facilities are adequately supplied with appropriate health commodities and devicesEnsure updated data is available for forecasting and supply planning using relevant supply chain tools (inventory and tracking), service level statistics and demographic data.S/He will collaborate with implementing partners, and the state and local government stakeholders to organise monitoring visits to health facilities, and provide necessary support for smooth implementation of supply chain and referral activities in health facilities across the state.Any other task as requested by the Country Director

Qualifications:

Minimum qualifications:
The desired candidate:

A Bachelor’s degree in business administration or in any of the social/ health sciences. A Master’s degree or professional certification in the field of procurement logistics will be of added advantage.A minimum of two (2) years post NYSC working experienceExcellent planning and organizational skillsProficient in the use of IT and related applications especially spreadsheets.Must possess a high level of integrity.Good listening, communication and interpersonal skillsKnowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of procurementStrong analytical and report-writing skillsSome knowledge of writing simple bid specifications/scope of work/scope of services, effectively tabulating informal and formal bids.Willingness to work in primary health care or rural settings

Job Title: State Program Assistant

Job Location : Katsina, Kano, Kaduna
 Responsibilities:

Assist CHAI state program staff with the ongoing “on the ground” management of all program activities pertaining to MNH.Participate in and help with facilitating mentorship, supply chain activities at health facilities, and LGA.Organize logistics for state level field work.Support the State Program Manager in monitoring implementation of the MNH program and in generating program reports for Senior ManagementOrganize meetings and conferences, including coordination with external parties and organization on venues, food, transport, etc. related to the MNH programEnsure that appropriate arrangements for visitors are made, including pickups, hotel and air bookings, and other travel arrangementsHelp organize and coordinate trainings, mentorships and other external activities, working with a variety of partnersGenerate letters and communications to support program administrationEnsure the proper filing  of important documents (hard and soft copies)Data entry and data managementReply to general information requests with the accurate informationAny other tasks as requested by the State Program Manager and Country Director.

Qualifications:

Minimum qualifications:

BSC in social sciences or other related fieldA minimum of 2 years work experience in private sector, public health or a related field.Strong problem solving skills and experience working under demanding work plans and tight budgets.Experience organizing trainings, conducting field visits, and providing support to health facilities.Strong diplomatic and interpersonal relationship skills; experience working with government officials at provincial and LGA levels.Ability to travel within Nigeria.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare and deliver compelling presentationsCompetent computer skills, particularly in Word and ExcelAbility to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, set priorities and work independentlyAbility to learn on the job quickly and absorb/synthesize a broad range of informationStrong communications skills—both written and oralStrong work ethic and flexibility

Plusses:

Experience working on maternal and newborn health

Previous experience working in rural settings on program implementation at the community levelAbility to speak Hausa

Job Title: State Analyst Monitoring & Evaluation

Job Location: Katsina, Kano, Kaduna
 Responsibilities:

Assist in the development and implementation of methods to assess performance and impact of interventions to improve maternal and child health in the stateWork with CHAI field staff and/or staff of stakeholder organizations (including government) and/or contractors to conduct data collection and analysis.Develop M&E tools to improve monitoring and evaluation capacity at the national and state levels for tracking maternal and Newborn indicators in the focus statesProvide M&E technical support and capacity building for CHAI’s state MNH teams, government staff, and partners to enhance data management and assessment capabilities.Along with M&E Program Manager, write monitoring and evaluation components of proposals and of donor programmatic reports.Develop and maintain relationships with key counterparts in government and partner organizations and the international MNCH community.Any other task as requested by the Country Director

Qualifications:

Minimum qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in public health, medicine, business, social sciences, economics or a related field.Minimum of 3 years work experience developing and implementing research and evaluation programs in developing country settingsAbility to creatively problem-solve on issues pertaining to the application of research and evaluation methods in challenging, fast-paced environments.Exceptional ability to work independently and to develop and execute plans to achieve specified M&E impact with limited guidance and oversight.Excellent knowledge of program monitoring and evaluation methods (qualitative and quantitative), including experience developing monitoring and evaluation plans, tools and summary forms.Ability to multi-task and to be effective in high-pressure situations.Exceptional diplomatic, strategic-thinking and interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with a range of diverse stakeholders.Strong analytical skills and proficiency in relevant computer applications, particularly MS Excel, PowerPoint and Word.Experience working in Maternal and Child health or health delivery systems in Nigeria is a strong plus.Very strong written and oral communication skills in English, including the ability to present evidence and opinions in a succinct and compelling manner

Plusses

Master’s degree in health economics, statistics, epidemiology or related disciplinesSound understanding of the Nigerian Health Systems and DHIS reporting systemExperience managing demanding work plans and tight budgets.Demonstrated ability to work independently on complex projects and solve challenging problems with limited structural or operational support.Experience working with recipient country governments and international partners in countryNigerian citizenship or permanent residenceAbility to speak Hausa

Job Title:  State Coordination Program Manager

Job Location: Rivers, Lagos, Bauchi
 Responsibilities:

Support the State Ministry of Health to develop a coordinating forum for RMNCH activitiesWork with the SMOH to develop a tracking dashboard to provide a snapshot of progress rates based on identified pre-selected intermediate outcome indicatorsUse the information generated to support the Family Health Department to review performance and provide feedback to improve services at the facility levelCoordinate a detailed partner mapping across RMNCH interventions in the state to develop :A detailed map of all partner activities in the state by ward and LGAA detailed gap analysis of existing resources and intervention support in the stateWork with the SMOH to strengthen planning and scheduling of core state driven activities which include MNCH weeks and immunization campaignsAssist the procurement and primary healthcare agencies in the state to ensure adequate supply of commodities for integrated campaignsDevelop good working relationships with key partners working on RMNCH in the stateWork with CHAI country team, governments, and partners to identify funding for increased investment in RMNCH activities in the stateAny other tasks as directed by the Country Director

Qualifications:

Minimum qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree plus 2-5years work experience or Master’s degree in Public health or a related fieldExcellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare and deliver compelling presentationsStrong analytical, problem solving, and quantitative skillsAbility to think strategically, handle ambiguity and work in a fast-paced, limited-structure, multicultural environmentAbility to learn on the job quicklyDetail-oriented with strong organization skillsAbility to handle multiple work streams simultaneously and work independentlyStrong diplomatic and multiple stakeholder relationship management skillsHigh level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word

Plusses:

Experience working on maternal and newborn healthPrevious CHAI experienceExperience working with Governments/ Ministry of health in developing countriesFamiliarity with global health issues

Job Title: Senior Associate, Procurement and Logistics

Job Location:  Katsina, Kano, Kaduna
 Responsibilities:

Participate in the process of selection, forecasting and quantification health commodities and supplies in collaboration with government and other collaborating partnersDevelop and update the procurement plan according to the plans of action the MNCH Program, including an estimate, tender procedure acceptable under the terms of grant agreements, preparation and approval of tenders, consultations and evaluation of tenders.Develop tender documents and requests for proposals and ensure that these documents receive the necessary approval.Work with the SMOH to facilitate the distribution of tender documents/request for quotation to interested bidders.Evaluate supply bids/offers and makes recommendations on the best value-for-money offersMonitors performance of contracts and compile status report on procurement plan implementationSupport the SMOH and partners to execute procurement plan and coordinate procurement of goods and services for timely supply to focus statesProvide technical support to SMOH to develop a distribution plan for commodities which will ensure consistent distribution across all the facilitiesPrepares contracts and service level agreements, ensuring that CHAI is protected from avoidable legal and financial liabilitiesDevelop a system for monitoring and quality assurance for goods and services to ensure conformity with specificationsProvides expert advice to user departments and sites on procurement issuesProvide technical support to State Program Officers, Procurement and Referral Networks and provide as neededAny other task as requested by the Country Director

Qualifications:

Minimum qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree and at least 5 years of professional experience in the private or public sector or Master’s degree with at least three year of professional experience in the private or public sectorPrior experience in procurement and logistics of health commodities and donor funded projects is strongly preferredStrong quantification and supply planning skillsExcellent organizational and problem solving skillsVery strong diplomatic and interpersonal skills, and ability to build strong professional relationships with a range of stakeholdersStrong analytical and quantitative skills, including experience working with ExcelAbility to learn quickly and absorb and synthesize a broad range of informationExperience managing multiple work streams in parallel, setting priorities, and working on an accelerated timelineAbility to work independently and flexibly with limited supervisionVery strong written and oral communication skills in English, including the ability to present evidence and opinions in a succinct and compelling manner

Plusses

Experience  working in developing countriesBusiness analysis, management consulting or other relevant private sector experienceExperience in program coordination or project managementNigerian citizenship or permanent residenceAbility to speak Hausa

Job Title: State Program Manager

Job Location: Katsina, Kano, Kaduna
 Responsibilities:

Work closely with the state ministry of health and key stakeholders to coordinate a state-specific MNH scale-up implementation plan, in line with the Harmonized Country Plan of priority interventionsSupport the State Ministry of Health to develop a coordinating forum for RMNCH activitiesWork with the SMOH to develop a tracking dashboard to provide a snapshot of progress rates based on identified pre-selected intermediate outcome indicatorsUse the information generated to support the Family Health Department to review performance and provide feedback to improve services at the facility levelCoordinate a detailed partner mapping across RMNCH interventions in the state to develop :A detailed map of all partner activities in the state by ward and LGAA detailed gap analysis of existing resources and intervention support in the stateWork with the SMOH to strengthen planning and scheduling of core state driven activities which include MNCH weeks and immunization campaignsAssist the procurement and primary healthcare agencies in the state to ensure adequate supply of commodities for integrated campaignsDevelop good working relationships with key partners working on RMNCH in the stateWork with CHAI country team, governments, and partners to identify funding for increased investment in RMNCH activities in the stateCoordinate the state team to direct implementation of specific activities on mentoring, logistics, emergency transportReport progress to the Senior Management and Country Director on milestones achieved in the stateAny other responsibilities as directed by the RMNCH Senior Program Manager or Country Director

Qualifications:

Minimum qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree plus 2-5years work experience or Master’s degree in Public health or a related fieldExcellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare and deliver compelling presentationsStrong analytical, problem solving, and quantitative skillsAbility to think strategically, handle ambiguity and work in a fast-paced, limited-structure, multicultural environmentAbility to learn on the job quicklyDetail-oriented with strong organization skillsAbility to handle multiple work streams simultaneously and work independentlyStrong diplomatic and multiple stakeholder relationship management skillsHigh level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word

Plusses:

Experience working on maternal and newborn healthPrevious CHAI experiencePrevious experience working in rural settings on program implementation at the community levelAbility to speak Hausa

Job Title: Program Manager, Mentoring

Job Location: Abuja
 Responsibilities:

Manage a team that will provide technical support to the State Ministries of Health in areas including, but not limited to:       Identification and selection of mentors       Development of guidelines and protocols for mentorship       Designing a sustainable mentorship programCoordinate the implementation of the mentorship program at state and community levelDevelop clear operational plans for execution of program aims, and continually identify opportunities for CHAI to add value and maximize impact;Ensure execution of a sustainable mentoring programme along aggressive timelines;Develop strong working relationships with key stakeholders in government, international partners, donors and NGOs, and ensure coordination of resources and efforts;Collaborate with government at national and sub-national levels throughout planning and implementation phases to ensure skills transfer and government ownership, and provide technical support as needed;Any other task as requested by the Country Director

Qualifications:

Minimum qualifications:

Degree in medicine, nursing or related health field with clinical experienceMaster’s degree in public health or health systems will be an added advantageA minimum of five years’ professional experience in a private or public sector setting (i.e. public health)Previous work experience in public health especially at the community level.Demonstrated strong analytical, organizational, leadership, and problem solving skills;Exceptional diplomatic and interpersonal skills, and able to build strong professional relationships with a range of stakeholders in a challenging, multi-cultural environment;Ability to work independently and effectively in high-pressure, fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously whilst mentoring a team to perform consistently;Strong communication skills, including the ability to prepare compelling presentationsStrategically minded, able to think creatively around long-term program objectives and the detailed steps necessary to achieve these goals.Demonstrated ability to multi-task, be effective in high-pressure situations and adapt to fast-paced and changing environments with a strong commitment to excellence, both internally and externally, and with limited-structural support.High levels of proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint.English language fluency, both written and verbal;Very strong written and oral communication skills in English, including the ability to present evidence and opinions in a succinct and compelling manner

Plusses

Master’s degree in Public Health or a related fieldSound understanding of the Nigerian Health Systems and human resources for health policiesExperience managing demanding work plans and tight budgets.Demonstrated ability to work independently on complex projects and solve challenging problems with limited structural or operational support.Experience working with recipient country governments and international partners in countryNigerian citizenship or permanent residenceAbility to speak Hausa

Job Title: Program Manager, Monitoring & Evaluation

Job Location: Abuja
Responsibilities:

Develop and oversee implementation and analysis of methods to assess performance and impact of the MNH program in Nigeria, including methods to determine reduction in Maternal and Newborn mortalityDesign and execute community and facility-based surveys, as well as other methods that are both rigorous and efficient.Align all data collection tools and data management best practices with the state Ministries of Health as well as other development partners.Identify and manage partner organizations and/or contractors to conduct data collection and analysis where needed; and coordinate all data collection activities across relevant states and districts.Provide technical leadership in the design of monitoring and evaluation tools, operations research, KPI reporting framework and knowledge management.Produce regular monitoring and evaluation reports for CHAI; synthesize and communicate main findings and conclusions through technical working groups and other meetings in a way that serve as helpful input for the Ministry of Health and other stakeholders.Develop and manage a database of program performance data across the various state-level programs to ensure data is collected and consolidated on a routine and timely basis.Build capacity among state teams in use of data collection tools and data management best practices through training and mentoring.Review M&E data regularly with program staff at the national and global level to ensure that the Program is accomplishing its objectives and corrective actions are taken if required.Any other task as requested by the Country Director

Qualifications:

Minimum qualifications:

Doctorate or masters’ degree in public health or related field.A minimum of 5-7 years of experience in private or public sector enterprise; including demonstrated success in research management, monitoring and evaluation programs.Excellent knowledge of program monitoring and evaluation methods (qualitative and quantitative), including experience developing monitoring and evaluation plans, tools, training materials, reports and summary forms.Excellent knowledge in the development of research methodologies and program management frameworksExcellent quantitative, problem solving, analytical and statistical analysis skills (including strong Microsoft Excel skills and experience with STATA, SPSS or SAS).Capacity to synthesize monitoring data into effective presentation of results to help guide recommendations on performance improvement.Ability to negotiate and achieve consensus with key stakeholders.Ability to creatively solve challenging problems in the application of research and evaluation methods without extensive structural or operational support.Ability to adapt to fast-paced and changing environments, both internally and externally.Excellent verbal, visual and written communication skills.Previous experience working in a developing country with ability to function well in rural settings with limited infrastructure and services.Willingness to spend significant time in the field.Very strong written and oral communication skills in English, including the ability to present evidence and opinions in a succinct and compelling mannerAbility to travel to the Northern states of Kaduna, Kano and Katsina

Plusses

Sound understanding of the Nigerian Health Systems and DHIS reporting systemExperience managing demanding work plans and tight budgets.Demonstrated ability to work independently on complex projects and solve challenging problems with limited structural or operational support.Experience working with recipient country governments and international partners in countryNigerian citizenship or permanent residenceAbility to speak Hausa

Job Title: National Coordination Analyst

Job Location: Abuja
Responsibilities:

Support the Secretariat of the Core Coordinating Group for MDGs at the FMOH to perform the following functions:Conduct detailed analyses of the existing RMNCH interventions and partners in the country; determine the gaps in the system that need to addressedWork closely with officials from the FMOH and other stakeholders in the design and implementation of advocacy and resource mobilization strategies for RMNCHPrepare project proposals and grants to apply for external funding from donors and other stakeholdersMonitor state-level progress on achieving MDG targets preparing periodic reports for internal and external evaluation while closely maintaining deadlinesSupport the roll out of the RMNCH scorecard across all states in the countryConvene semi-annual state progress meetings at the national levelAttend all HPCC and CTC meetings and relevant TWG meetingsKeep up-to-date on major programs and initiatives that may impact RMNCH programming across the countryPerform any other duties as assigned by the Senior Program ManagerPerform any other tasks assigned by the Country Director.

Qualifications:

Minimum qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree plus 4 years of experience working in a consultancy capacity; private sector or public health experience a plus; or 3 years work experience post Master’s degree in a related fieldDynamic, entrepreneurial individuals with strong analytical, managerial, and diplomatic skills are sought for this role.Experience working in a resource-constrained setting is preferred;Exceptional analytical and problem-solving capabilities;Ability to create Excel models and tools to address specific situations and improve working practices;Monitoring and evaluation, process mapping and forecasting experience is an advantage;Strong writing and presentation skillsVery strong communication and interpersonal skills and ability to build strong relationships with partners;Comfortable working independently with a diverse set of counterparts in a dynamic environment;Demonstrated ability to achieve maximum impact and efficiency with limited human and financial resources;Collaborative, energetic individual with a combination of patience and persistence; andWillingness and ability to travel.

Job Title: Clinical Mentoring Officer

Job Location: Lagos, Katsina, Kano, Kaduna
 Responsibilities:

Provide mentoring support on core maternal and newborn interventions  to healthcare workers at selected health care facilitiesProvide mentoring support to community resource persons on the identification of complications and implementation of referral protocolsProvide clinical advice and assistance in initiating and improving ongoing clinical care for MNH services.Improve referral linkages among the departments within the facility and satellite facilitiesDevelop procedures and standards for emergency referralProvide clinical mentoring on clean and safe delivery at the Health Post level based on SOPs and standards of FMOHProvide direct hands-on training and ongoing mentoring on emergency obstetric care at the facility and community levelsProvide support on community-based interventions for prevention and management of complications of pregnancy and labor in pregnant women and neonates.Assist in the development of initial and continued medical education for medical and non-medical care givers, including providing formal didactic training, and supportive supervision. .Provide ongoing support to the health facilities and community integrated MNCH activities in establishing quality documentation and reporting based on NHMISCollect relevant data and report to the state program manager on regular basis and when requested.Regular interaction and team work with the LGA Health Officers, Health Facility manager and staff, CHEW supervisors, CHEWs and the community leaders.Promote rational drug use of the MNH essential lifesaving commoditiesPerform other duties as requested

Qualifications:

Minimum qualifications:

At least a A midwifery diploma or RN with vast experience in MNCH services and Basic Emergency Obstetric & Neonatal Care (BEmONC)Minimum of four years clinical experience in MNCH services including actual practice on BEmONC packagePrevious training and experience in Basic Obstetric and Neonatal care, clinical mentoring, PMTCT and comprehensive HIV Care/ART is an advantage.Strong oral and written communication skills EnglishKnowledge of other local languages will have an advantage based on the area of assignment.Teaching or clinical training experienceExcellent communication and interpersonal abilities, including cross-cultural communicationKnowledge of computer applications such as Word, Excel and OutlookHighly organized ; ability to follow up on multiple tasks simultaneously

Plusses

Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Midwifery, or MSc NursingExperience working in a rural setting with limited infrastructure and servicesNigerian citizenship or permanent residenceIndigene of one of the Northern states – Kano, Kaduna or KatsinaAbility to speak Hausa

Job Title: Associate, Referral Networks (Transport Systems)

Job Location: Lagos, Katsina, Kano, Kaduna
Responsibilities:

Conduct an assessment on the availability of existing ambulances and develop a strategy for an efficient and cost effective mode of operation and maintenanceDesign and develop context-specific patient transport systems for each of the focal statesDevelop and update protocols and guidelines on effective patient transport systemsDevelop a maintenance strategy for transport systems in collaboration with other stakeholders at state levelSupport the implementation of the referral protocols and transportation systemsDesign a triage system for prioritizing emergency cases for maximum use of transport referral networksSupport the State Program Officers, Procurement and Referral Networks in implementationAny other task as requested by the Country Director

Qualifications:

Minimum qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in medicine, public health or related field and minimum of three years relevant work experience in health care, or Master’s degree with at least 2 years related work experienceStrong understanding of referral processes and transportation networks is an added advantagePrior experience in managing referral networks in a private or public health sector is strongly preferredAbility to work independently and in a team environment in a complex, unstructured and dynamic environment, with minimal supervisionExcellent organizational and problem solving skillsStrong customer service focusExcellent verbal and written communication skillsMust be able to work well with others; ability to respect others views and opinionsOrganized and able to manage competing prioritiesAble to take and follow through with delegated tasks and accountabilityHigh levels of integrity and professional behaviourFlexibility in approach to work; and enthusiastic, “can- do” attitude

Plusses

MBA or strong private sector backgroundExperience  working in developing countries, especially working with governmentsBusiness analysis, management consulting or other relevant private sector experienceExperience in program coordination or project managementNigerian citizenship or permanent residenceAbility to speak Hausa

Job Title: Assistant Program Officer, LGA

Job Location : Lagos, Katsina, Kano, Kaduna
Responsibilities:

Under the supervision of the State Program Manager, support and monitor the implementation of mentoring programs for public -sector health providers, providing regular quality and progress reports and logistical support as needed;Support and monitor the implementation of monitoring and evaluation activities designed to assess program impact, providing regular quality and progress reports and logistical support as needed;Support and monitor the implementation of community-based programs targeting community resource persons, providing regular quality and progress reports and logistical support as needed;Support and monitor the implementation of emergency transport and referral systems at the community levelCoordinate regular follow-up activities with providers, TBA networks, and relevant regulatory officials at the LGA level to identify gaps in availability of healthcare services and recommend specific actions to overcome identified challenges;Provide targeted support to Local Government health authorities designed to improve availability and use of essential life-saving commodities for MNHAny other responsibilities as directed by the RMNCH Senior Program Manager or Country Director

Qualifications:

Minimum qualifications:

A bachelor’s degree in business administration, public health, economics or a related subject and a minimum of two years progressively responsible experience in public or private sector;Exceptional strategic development skills, able to identify and pursue high-impact strategies in complex, uncertain, and evolving environments;Proven time management and delivery skills, based on demonstrated success in complex, multi-stakeholder programs/projects;Exceptional diplomatic and interpersonal skills, and an ability to communicate effectively and build durable relationships with people of varied professional and cultural backgrounds;Ability to navigate complex government processes and influence decision-making in a professional and collaborative manner;Exceptional analytical, research, and presentation skills for qualitative and quantitative data;Ability to work with humility and not seek personal credit for the work or contributions, even where credit is due—a commitment to ensuring our government partners are the owners of our work together;Ability to be effective in high-pressure situations, handle multiple tasks simultaneously, and set priorities independently.Ability to travel extensively across LGAs

Plusses:

Experience working on maternal and newborn healthPrevious experience working in rural settings on program implementation at the community levelAbility to speak Hausa

Job Title: Distribution Associate, Essential Medicines

Job Location: Abuja
 Responsibilities:

Under the direction of the Program Director and Deputy Program Director, develop and execute strategies to sustainably streamline and extend the reach of zinc/ORS supply chains into rural and hard-to-reach areas in support of product availability and affordability objectives;Liaise with committed suppliers to identify needs for targeted technical and incentive support related to private-sector supply chain extension and coordinate with CHAI’s Essential Medicines Global Distribution Lead to deliver necessary technical support in accordance with program objectives;Oversee the implementation of incentive structures and co-investment strategies to encourage suppliers to increase product availability in rural and hard to reach areas, including the establishment of disseminated sales forces and wholesaler activation programs;Develop detailed business cases demonstrating the long-term profitability of rural distribution systems and highlighting key short-term risks for mitigation;In collaboration with State Program Officers, provide support to state government partners in the forecasting, procurement, and distribution of essential medicines;In collaboration with the Program Coordinator, provide support to national government and non-governmental partners in the forecasting, procurement, and distribution of essential medicines;Develop and maintain technical support packages related to quantification and tendering for essential medicines for use by key government and non-governmental partners;Provide mentorship and develop and lead activities to build capacity of key government and non-government partners on distribution and supply chain related areas of expertise;In collaboration with the M&E Manager, Essential Medicines and the Market Activation Manager, Essential Medicines, develop market forecasts and demand quantifications to inform and increase efficiency in supplier production cycle planning;In collaboration with the M&E Manager, Essential Medicines develop metrics and measurement techniques to track progress on distribution-related objectives;Contribute distribution components to the development of proposals, program reports, and communications materials;Any other task as requested by the Country Director

Qualifications:

A bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 5 years supply chain and/or distribution related work experience in the Nigerian pharmaceutical or Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) fields;Demonstrated competence in developing insight-led and evidence-based strategies for increasing market penetration of Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) and/or Over-the-Counter (OTC) health products;Demonstrated familiarity with and a holistic understanding of the impacts of distinct business areas (i.e. sales, marketing, regulatory compliance) on distribution strategy;Exceptional strategic development skills; ability to be a thought leader amidst substantial ambiguity and changing circumstancesStrong management skills, experience with managing complex projects with remote teams.Exceptional analytical (quantitative and qualitative) and communication (written and verbal) skills, including the ability to communicative effectively with people of varied professional / cultural backgroundsDemonstrated success in coordinating partners and developing strong relationships in order to drive a multi-stakeholder processAbility to be effective in high-pressure situations, handle multiple tasks simultaneously, and set prioritiesHigh level of proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.Detail-oriented with strong organization skills

PLUSSES

Demonstrated success designing and implementing rural distribution systems;

Familiarity with public-sector procurement and distribution processes at various levels of health services delivery.

Job Title: Senior Program Manager, Essential Childhood Medicines

Job Location: Abuja
Responsibilities:

Support the Program Director to lead and oversee all aspects of CHAI’s Nigerian Essential Medicines program, including program development and implementation, planning, budgeting, forecasting, and monitoring and reporting;Develop and implement adequate management systems and structures to ensure optimal, high-impact program outcomes;Work with Essential Medicines Program Managers to set program direction and goals, defining targets and measuring program performance across several focus states and multiple funding streams while establishing aggressive operational milestones and achieving program objectives;Ensure transparency of results for CHAI EM programs (including financial performance) based on an effective monitoring and evaluation system, and ensure timely reporting of results to partners;Oversee administrative activities related to the Essential Medicines prog

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