Program Manager, Mentoring at Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI)

Minimum qualifications:

• Degree in medicine, nursing or related health field with clinical experience
• Master’s degree in public health or health systems will be an added advantage
• A minimum of five years’ professional experience in a private or public sector setting (i.e. public health)
• Previous work experience in public health especially at the community level.
• Demonstrated strong analytical, organizational, leadership, and problem solving skills;
• Exceptional diplomatic and interpersonal skills, and able to build strong professional relationships with a range of stakeholders in a challenging, multi-cultural environment;
• Ability to work independently and effectively in high-pressure, fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously whilst mentoring a team to perform consistently;
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to prepare compelling presentations
• Strategically minded, able to think creatively around long-term program objectives and the detailed steps necessary to achieve these goals.
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task, be effective in high-pressure situations and adapt to fast-paced and changing environments with a strong commitment to excellence, both internally and externally, and with limited-structural support.
• High levels of proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• English language fluency, both written and verbal;
• Very strong written and oral communication skills in English, including the ability to present evidence and opinions in a succinct and compelling manner

Plusses

• Master's degree in Public Health or a related field
• Sound understanding of the Nigerian Health Systems and human resources for health policies
• Experience managing demanding work plans and tight budgets.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently on complex projects and solve challenging problems with limited structural or operational support.
• Experience working with recipient country governments and international partners in country
• Nigerian citizenship or permanent residence
• Ability to speak Hausa