• Application Deadline:
• Position: State Coordinator


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification MBA/MSc/MA


• Experience 7 years


• Location Benue


• Job Field NGO/Non-Profit 
  

Reference ID: R2454

Project Overview

• PMI-S is a five-year PMI/USAID flagship malaria project implemented through a consortium led by MSH.


• The project is supporting the Government of Nigeria through its agencies at the federal, state, LGA and community levels to reduce under-five and maternal mortality by delivering quality services for management of malaria, its complications, and prevention.


• PMI-S project focuses on strengthening the capacity of the National Malaria Elimination Program (NMEP) and State Malaria Elimination Programs (SMEPs) for the implementation of the National Malaria Strategic Plan 2014-2020.

Position Summary

• The State Coordinator will provide overall leadership and management of the PMI-S project in the state in a manner that strengthens partnerships with the state government and other partners, and leads to sustainable Malaria elimination efforts.


• S/he will spearhead coordination, implementation and reporting of the PMI-S project in the state and ensure optimal resource management of the project.  


• S/he will serve as a member of the Project Management Team and will be responsible for overall project performance in the state of primary responsibility.

Specific Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for all Task Order 04 requirements for planning and reporting on state-level activities.


• Provides overall leadership and management of the PMI-S supported state malaria program including leading the development of an integrated malaria plan for the State.


• Lead operationalization of the PMI-S state malaria plan.


• Liaise and network with relevant malaria partners and stakeholders in the state to strengthen coordination, integration and resourcing of activities and promotion of a shared vision for malaria elimination in the state.


• Interacts and communicates on behalf of PMI-S to key stakeholders in the malaria partnership and government counterparts at state level


• Leads and provides oversight to quality assurance of state level implementation


• Contribute to establishment of a system for project monitoring, evaluation and reporting in collaboration with the Senior M&E Advisor that includes periodic analyses and review for evidence-based decision-making and program management.


• Take responsibility for management of the state malaria budget and all other resources under the direction of State Team Director


• Supervise staff and manage staff performance and development.


• Provide clear documentation of programmatic achievements as well as required data and keep the Project Senior Management Team informed of state activities on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis and as needed

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Public Health, International Development or anY other related field.


• Seven (7+) years of related experience is required. Experience in international public health highly preferred.  


• Demonstrated a minimum of five years progressive experience in public health and working with development agencies and organizations, government officials, civil society leaders, community leaders, project beneficiaries and project staff.


• Extensive knowledge of a highly technical field, as well as applicable laws, regulations, and general instructions.  A highly qualified and recognized expert in the field.  


• Ability to manage teams, initiate and organize work, establish priorities in a time-sensitive environment, and meet deadlines with attention to detail and quality.  


• Strong technical leadership, health program and financial management background, ability to negotiate, collaborate and coordinate with a range of stakeholders in context of complex and shifting priorities.


• Demonstrated management capacity in malaria programs with proven ability to oversee multiple projects simultaneously in multiple locations;


• Excellent organizational, leadership, analytical, supervisory in service delivery and team-buildings skills; and,


• Excellent writing, communication and presentation skills.


• Familiarity with the terrain will be an added advantage


• Experience with USAID/PMIS funded programs is preferred.