CRS Senior Program Manager Jobs in Nigeria
CRS Senior Program Manager Jobs in Nigeria
Job Summary The position of Senior Program Manager (SPM) will provide management and oversight functions to the 3 SRs, including (but not limited to) coordination of SR activities; planning for effective oversight and monitoring; providing technical support to SRs; and participating in direct implementation as required.
In addition to the above program management roles, the Senior Program Manager will directly oversee the implementation of Case Management activities on the grant (working closely with NMEP and SRs), ensuring that targets are met and activities efficiently implemented, in accordance with the Detailed Implementation Plan (work plan). Implementation of grant activities will be carried out within the approved budget provisions, and in strict adherence to agreed timelines and donor guidelines.
She/he will oversee the SR reporting process, monitor SR training, facilitate training as required, and provide technical support to SR staff, and liaise with counterparts in Federal and State Ministries of Health to ensure adherence to national strategies and guidelines for malaria prevention, testing and treatment.
Specific Job Responsibilities
Program and Case Management:
Represent CRS in relevant coordination and planning meetings, including (but not limited to) the Malaria Technical Working Group meeting, Programme Management and Case Management Subcommittee meetings
Manage the relationship with and oversee the work of 3 SRs (Management Sciences for Health, Malaria Consortium and Society for Family Health) under the Global Fund Malaria Grant
Oversee the implementation of iCCM by the iCCM SR under the Global Fund Malaria Grant while coordinating with the other iCCM stakeholders
Oversee the implementation of Malaria Case Management by the SRs under the Global Fund Malaria Grant while coordinating with the other Malaria Case Management stakeholders
Work closely with the ACSM team in overseeing the implementation of ACSM activities by the ACSM SR under the Global Fund Malaria Grant while coordinating with the other ACSM stakeholders
Ensure that CRS Nigeria’s “cashless” approach and policies are being respected by all CRS Global Fund Malaria partners
Ensure proper monitoring and supervision of program activities implemented by the SRs and the elaboration of the various trip reports with the assistance of the multidisciplinary team
Support in managing SR program implementation, budget tracking and reporting, and ensure that the SRs are adhering strictly to the SR Agreement as well as the Global Fund policies and guidelines
Conduct program-wide quarterly programme and operational review meetings with the SRs and follow up with appropriate actions and feedback
Participate in PR-SR meetings to review grant achievements, analyze reports and SR performance ratings; and provide technical support where required
Participate in PR-PR meetings to review grant achievements and agree on strategies for improving grant performance
Participate in quarterly grant review meetings with the Global Fund Country Team and partners, for improving grant efficiency and effectiveness
Ensure accurate and timely reporting on case management activities by the SRs
Ensure timely SR reporting on all grant activities
Implement an efficient feedback mechanism between PR and SRs, including (but not limited to) the quarterly SR report submissions and PR feedback
With key program staff and stakeholders, ensure the Global Fund Malaria Program’s strategic objectives for malaria implementation and LLIN mass campaign activities are fully accomplished, meeting expected quality standards
Work with relevant key stakeholders to identify pertinent operational research questions which can be answered within the program, design appropriate studies, implement them, analyze data and document the findings
Budget Management:
Actively participate in activities to ensure appropriate budget planning and financial reporting by SRs, including budget management, forecasting and analysis of burn rates
Actively participate in reviewing actual financial performance against the budget for the various SR budgets, and explain variances on a regular basis
Actively participate in activities to ensure sub-recipients remain in compliance with CRS and Global Fund donor rules and regulations for management of resources
Participate actively in the monthly CRS Budget Comparison
Report (BCR)/budget review meetings
Partnership Management:
Act as Case Management contact/support for CRS sub-recipients, including sharing new information and ensuring healthy relationships are maintained between the sub-recipients and the state governments
Represent CRS at national level technical meetings with other malaria partners as delegated by the Deputy Chief of Party and/or the Chief of Party
Carry out any other duties assigned by the supervisor
Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL):
In collaboration with the MEAL team, track progress towards relevant performance indicators, analyzing reasons for shortfalls and adapting program strategies as needed
Support the design and implementation of feedback and response channels to enhance accountability of malaria program services
In collaboration with program and SRs staff, provide guidance and technical oversight to partners and other collaborating agencies to ensure that lessons learned and best practices for malaria programming are documented and disseminated
Facilitate learning exchanges among SRs and between SRs and government ministries on malaria program management and support quality improvement initiatives
Management and Administration:
Support elaboration of Program Update/Disbursement Requests (PU/DR) in collaboration with other program staff
Review SRs program reports and provide feedback on implementation progress and performance, identifying solutions to address challenges and weaknesses
Ensure implementation of activities in compliance with all CRS and Global Fund administrative and operational procedures and policies, as well as applicable donor regulations
Required Language(s):
English
Travel:
Must be willing and able to travel up to 50%.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:
MBBS / MD and / or Postgraduate Degree in Public Health / Health Management; with significant field experience in clinical and/or community-based malaria prevention, diagnosis and treatment
At least 8 years’ relevant experience in public health with a strong preference for candidates with at least 5 years’ experience in malaria programming
Experience in health-related community development
Experience in managing developmental programs and providing technical assistance to partner organizations; knowledge and experience of programmatic and technical service delivery challenges highly desired.
Ability to work both in a team and independently, and ability to transfer knowledge through formal and informal training.
Experience with, and a demonstrated commitment to, community-based approach to development.
Experience with Global Fund ATM Grant implementation
Excellent analytical and information seeking skills; and good decision-making skills
Experience with participatory planning and evaluation methods
Strong inter-personal and public relations skills
Willingness and ability to travel regularly and at short notices
Excellent English language (oral and written) communication skills
Proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Power Point, Excel and Outlook
Willingness and ability to travel in-country (sometimes on short notice) up to 50%.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with ability to make sound judgment and decisions and offer innovative solutions
Strong relations management abilities. Ability to relate to people at all levels internally and externally. Strategic in how you approach each relationship.
Good presentation and facilitation skills
Proactive, resourceful, solutions-oriented and results-oriented
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; CRS Senior Program Manager Jobs in Nigeria
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