State Coordinator at FHI 360

Project Description:
Malaria Action Program for States (MAPS) is one of the projects under FHI 360. MAPS focuses on supporting the development of infrastructure, resources, systems, and the technical and management capacities necessary for effective malaria control. The project is implemented by three partners and FHI 360 is the lead implementing partner. MAPS project is a five year project which took effect from October 1, 2010; the project recently secured a one year-no cost extension and will be rounding up by September 30, 2016. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of; State Coordinator (MAPS)

Job Summary / Responsibilities:

• Lead the States MAPS team
• Lead the development of MAPS State specific activity plans; drawing from the annual MAPS work plan and State malaria program operational plans.
• To provide up-to-date inputs to the annual planning processes of MAPS.
• To coordinate the implementation of the State MAPS team activities.
• To contribute to the development and review of technical documents, reports, and materials for state specific implementation.
• Foster a harmonious relationship between MAPS and State level government, donor partners and non-state entities.
• Participate in technical meetings at state and national levels as determined by the Implementation Director to support state malaria programs.
• Any other duties assigned by the Implementation Director.

Qualifications:

• MBBS/MD/PHD or similar degree with 5-7 years relevant experience with international development programs which includes 5 years experience with Malaria program planning and implementation at the community or state level working with public and NGO sectors
• Or MS/MA in social science, public health or related field, MPH preferred,      and a minimum of 7-9 years relevant experience with international      development programs which includes 5 years experience with Malaria      program planning and implementation at the community or state level      working with public and NGO sectors.     
• Or BS/BA in social science, public health or related field, with a minimum of      9-11 years relevant experience with international development programs      which includes 5 years experience with Malaria program planning and      implementation at the community or state level working with public and NGO sectors.
• Experience in health related work (especially malaria) or project management is essential
• Experience working with government and donor funded program/development sector will be a strong added advantage

This job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.