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  • Posted: Nov 6, 2015
    Deadline: Nov 20, 2015
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    Senior Program Specialist, Strategic Information

    • Job Type
    • Qualification MBA/MSc/MA
    • Experience 5 years
    • Location Abuja
    • Job Field

    United States Mission Nigeria
    Vacancy Announcement
    No.  2015-089    Date:   November  6, 2015    Ref: DOD 017
    Subject:    SENIOR PROGRAM SPECIALIST, STRATEGIC INFORMATION (FULL PERFORMANCE)
    Location:    ABUJA – DOD-WRPN
    Applicability:    ALL INTERESTED CANDIDATES
    OPEN TO:    All Interested Candidates
    POSITION TITLE: Senior Program Specialist, Strategic Information, FSN-11 OPENING DATE:    November 6, 2015
    CLOSING DATE:    November 23, 2015
    WORK HOURS:      Full-time; 40 hours/week
    SALARY:    OR – Ordinarily Resident–N10,948,692.00 p.a.
    (Starting basic salary) Position Grade: FSN-11

    In addition to the basic salary, all allowances will be paid in accordance with the Mission Local Compensation Plan.

    NOR - Not Ordinarily Resident – AEFM - US$62,796
    EFM/MOH – US$54,069 (Starting Salary) p.a. Position Grade: FP-04*

    NOTE: ALL NOT ORDINARILY RESIDENT APPLICANTS MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION. A U.S. CITIZEN EFM DOES NOT HAVE  TO  BE RESIDING IN COUNTRY TO BE CONSIDERED, BUT THE SPONSORING OFFICER UNDER CHIEF OF MISSION (COM) AUTHORITY DOES HAVE TO BE ASSIGNED OFFICIALLY TO POST.

    The U.S. Embassy in Abuja is seeking to employ suitable and qualified candidate for the position of Senior Program Specialist, Strategic Information (Full Performance) in the Department of Defense Walter Reed Program-Nigeria (DOD-WRPN).

    BASIC FUNCTION OF THE POSITION:
    The incumbent under the supervision of the Director Public Health will provide leadership and strategic direction to guide the implementation of Strategic Information (SI) activities in the Nigerian Ministry of Defense (NMOD)/DOD Walter Reed Program Nigeria. S/he will develop and implement strategies and systems that: ensure effective monitoring and evaluation of all programs and related activities; use appropriate technologies to integrate data collection, processing and reporting, in a manner that enhances the use of the information for improving patient and program outcomes; and that provide support for surveillance and research related activities in the program. The job holder will apply both theoretical and practical knowledge of monitoring and evaluation, health management information systems, evaluation strategies, and research methodologies.

    To obtain a copy of this announcement please visit our Mission websites at: http://nigeria.usembassy.gov/hr_office.html

    POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

    NOTE: All applicants MUST address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each criterion or the application will not be considered.

    • Master’s degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Informatics, Computer Science, Health Management, Sociology or Demography is required.
    • Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in design and implementation of program monitoring and evaluation activities, managing health data and information systems, evaluation of program activities, and research, of which at least three (3) years of supervisory experience is required.
    • Level IV (fluent) Speaking /Reading/Writing in English is required. Language proficiency will be tested.
    • Advance knowledge and understanding of strategic information activities as relates to PEPFAR-funded HIV/AIDs programs, program monitoring and evaluation strategies and techniques as well as standard knowledge of HIV/AIDS, STD or TB prevention activities is required.
    • Ability to analyze, understand and discuss new program design, management and implementation and the will to exercise considerable ingenuity and tact in applying guidelines to unique and different settings is required.
    • Intermediate user level of word processing, spreadsheets, databases and strong skills with interpretation of program monitoring and evaluation of data are required.

    Method of Application

    Interested applicants for this position MUST submit the following, or the application will not be considered:

    • Application for US Federal Employment (DS-174); or a current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same information as a DS-174; plus,
    • Candidates who claim U.S. Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form DD-214 with their application.
    • Any other documentation such as degrees or diplomas earned and NYSC Certificates/exemptions or awards.
    • A type-written and signed application letter specifically applying for this position, and addressing the minimum requirements as advertised. Please reference the job title and announcement number on the application letter.
    • Limit all electronic (e-mail) submissions to one entry/e-mail not larger than 5MB. Please submit attachments in PDF and Word formats, not pictures.
    • E-mails received without the appropriate subject line and incomplete applications will not be considered.

    All Applications should be Submitted to: HRNigeria@state.gov

    Click here to download Application Form for Employment as a Locally Employed Staff or Family Member (DS-174) (PDF 1.78 MB)

    Click here to download the Instructions for Completing DS-174 (PDF 2.40 MB)


    Note: All not ordinarily resident applicants must have the required work and residency permits to be eligible for consideration. a U.S. Citizen EFM does not have to be residing in country to be considered, but the sponsoring officer under chief of mission (com) authority does have to be assigned officially to post.

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