Malaria Programmes Project Coordinator Job at ARFH Nigeria

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Job Title: Project Coordinator, Malaria Programmes

Location: Abuja, Nigeria

Employer: Association for Reproductive and Family Health (ARFH)

Association for Reproductive and Family Health (ARFH) is one of the leading Nigerian Non-Govemmental Organizations implementing programs for improving intercourseual and Reproductive Health (SRH). Care and Treatment of HIV/AIDS. Tuberculosis (TB) and Malaria. etc.

Specific Job/Responsibilities:

•   Lead the implementation of Global Fund and other Malaria programmes ofthe organization.     .

•   Provide technical support to the National Malaria Programme in policy formulation, communication development, advocacy and routine collation of malaria data

•   Provide technical assistance in project implementation and assign responsibilities to staff, taking into cognizance skills and ability of such staff to perform up to expectation.

•   Analyze field reports to determine weaknesses in programme delivery and suggest recommendations for improvements.

•   Lead the production of programmatic and M and E reports and ensure timely submission of complete

•   and effective documentations and reports to the Executives, donors and other stake holders.

•   Lead and maintain contact with National Malaria Eradication Programme. donors, other influencing partners and other stakeholders on behalf of the organization.

•   Plan, organize, conduct and evaluate trainings and participate in the review and development oftrainingmaterials.

•   Coordinate manpower and other organizational development activities.

•   Perform advocacy responsibilities. and coordinate fund raising activities in the organization.

•   Support other activities; such as development of fundable proposals and provide technical assistance on proposal and project development.

•   The successful candidate must be versed in malaria programming in Nigeria with sound experience in healthcommodities marketing, distribution and channel management. The candidate should have experience in managingpartnership with stakeholders and development partners-Global Fund. USAID, DFID, and the World Health

•   Organization (WHO) in the implementation of malaria interventions in Nigeria.

Qualifications:

Applicants must have a University degree in any of the following related field: Medicine and Public Health, with Master's degree in Public Healthor related field. Minimum of 12years working experience on donor funded Malaria Eradication projects in Nigeria with good knowledge of epidemiology and significant understanding of operations research techniques. Ability to relate effectively with development partners, Civil Society Organizations and MoH at national and state levels. Strong skills in leadership, organizational, analytical, institutional capacity strengthening. Interpersonal and excellent written and oral communication skills with proficiency in computer packages such as MS Word. Excel, Powerpoint, Epi-info and SPSS are necessary. Experience and good understanding of Global Fund principles and procedures is desirable.

We offer opportunities for career advancement, good working environment and competitive remuneration.

Method of Application:

Applicants should send their comprehensive Curriculum Vitae and cover letter in ONLY one attachment (MS Word document) explaining suitability for the job; to programs@arfh-ng.org on/or before November 12th, 2013.

Please indicate the title of post applied for in the subject line of the email.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted. Applicants are advised to provide their functional emails, mobile phone numbers on the application letter as well as for three professional referees. Eligible female applicants are encouraged to apply. ARFH is an equal opportunity employer (EOE).

Deadline: 12.11.2013

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