Jhpiego State Technical Director Jobs in Nigeria
Jhpiego State Technical Director Jobs in Nigeria
OverviewThe State Technical Director will be responsible for providing leadership in strengthening the state health systems including RMNCH quality service delivery for an upcoming USAID award in Nigeria.
The State Technical Director will provide technical leadership and support for the State/LGA primary health care level activities.
This integrated health project aims to contribute to reductions in child and maternal morbidity and mortality in target states, and to increase the capacity of health systems (public and private) to sustainably support quality PHC services.
The project will operate over a 5-year period.
State Technical Director positions are to be posted in Bauchi, Kebbi or Sokoto.
Required Qualifications
A Medical doctor or any other closely related health care professional; specialization in obstetrics and gynecology or Public Health and other health related courses (e.g., MPH, MSC in international health, Social sciences or other relevant degree) will be an advantage.
Minimum of 5-7 years working experience in the areas of RMNCH, Nutrition, family planning and HIV/AIDS.
Previous experience working on a CDC or USAID funded project will be an added advantage.
Familiarity with the FMOH, SMOH structures and functions especially as it relates to MNCH is highly desirable.
Demonstrated expertise in working directly with host-country senior government officials and policy makers in maternal health.
Experience working with host-country partners, organizations, and institutions.
Strong skills in leadership, design, implementation and monitoring of program components; e.g., services, training, quality improvement, advocacy and coordination.
Demonstrated capacity to work with African experts and partners in developing technical materials and providing training to improve service delivery, advocacy and resource mobilization for expanding RMNCH.
Experience with technical leadership for programs funded by USAID and/or other donor programs in developing countries, with significant Nigeria experience.
Strong verbal, listening, writing, and intrapersonal skills essential for effective coordination among several institutions and staff involved in
a broad range of activities.
Strong ability to multi-task will be highly desirable.
Fluent in English, (written and oral communication) and Hausa and/or Fulfulde.
Willingness to travel throughout Nigeria as necessary.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their updated CV to ng-recruitment@jhpiego.org using Job title e.g. "State Technical Director – Bauchi”
Application Closing date
Close of Business Monday 16th October 2020
Note
CV and Cover Letter as ONE SINGLE WORD document
The title/subject of your email and application should be the position you are applying for.
Candidates that do not comply with the application instruction will be disqualified.
Female applicants and qualified applicants from developing countries are especially encouraged to apply
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.
Only shortlisted candidates will receive an invitation for an interview
Any successful candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation.
There will be travel requirements and opportunities both within Nigeria.
JHU is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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