Programme Officer at Sightsavers

Job Description

    The Programme Officer will be a member of the OFID supported Integrated NTDs Programme for Kaduna State NTD and will report to the Nigeria Country Office (NCO) NTDs Programme Manager.
    The NTD Programme Officer will oversee the activities of the DFID supported Integrated NTDs Programme in Kaduna State.

Overall Purpose and Responsibilities

    Support the NCO NTDs Programme Manager to provide effective management, coordination, and technical advice to the programme.
    Ensure the delivery of the programme targets.
    Coordinate the preparation of quarterly and annual reports to Sightsavers and as required by donors
    Support the state and Local Government Areas (LGAs) programme teams to idientify and develop innovative approaches for the implementation of Mass Drug Administration (MDA) to ensure delivery of programme targets.
    Support collaboration with relevant governmental, non-governmental agencies and stakeholders where necessary for the effective implementation of prefect activities,
    Support the NCO NTD Programme Manager in monitoring the implementation of the Kaduna State NTDs control programme.

Person Specification

    Must have at least a first Degree in Biology, Zoology and Development Sciences and other related disciplines from a reputable institution Computer literacy including hands on experience in statistical packages.
    Experience in implementing NTDs programme and database management systems for an integrated programme.
    Minimum of 5-6 years working experience, ideally in an INGO setting.
    Have a good qualification in monitoring and evaluation of project/programme.