• Application Deadline:
• Position: State Coordinator


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 7 years


• Location Benue


• Job Field NGO/Non-Profit  , Project Management 
  

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:

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

  
  


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  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.

  
  


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  Lead operationalization of the PMI-S state malaria plan.

  
  


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  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.

  
  


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

  
  


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  Leads and provides oversight to quality assurance of state level implementation

  
  


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  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.

  
  


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

  
  


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  Supervise staff and manage staff performance and development.

  
  


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  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

  
  


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  Master's degree in Public Health, international development, or another related field.

  
  


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

  
  


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  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.

  
  


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  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.  

  
  


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

  
  


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  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.

  
  


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

  
  


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

  
  


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  Excellent writing, communication and presentation skills.

  
  


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  Familiarity with the terrain will be an added advantage

  
  


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  Experience with USAID/PMIS funded programs is preferred