Bilingual Associate at Solina Centre for International Development and Research (SCIDaR)

Description and Objectives

• The Bilingual Associate will provide technical and operational support for the execution of assigned SCIDaR programs. This will involve day-to-day execution of program workflows and provision of oversights to Program Analysts executing assigned program activities. S/he will bear responsibility for all workstream deliverables. The Bilingual Associate will be based in Abuja, Nigeria, and will support the implementation of the OBR Africa project in the Sahel and Lake Chad Basin.

Technical Responsibilities – Program Support

Program implementation

• Support day-to-day execution of the program activities;
• Lead a program workstream and escalate program implementation challenges to Program Engagement Manager;
• Gather and analyze information, formulate and test hypotheses, develop and communicate recommendations;
• Ensure close collaboration and coordination with cooperating partners to guarantee smooth implementation of activities and achievement of outcomes;
• Lead routine technical problem-solving sessions with the primary client and relevant stakeholders to brainstorm implementation challenges and align on decisions to guide the path forward.

Program monitoring and reporting

• Regularly monitor and review program activities to ensure quality, accountability, and contractual compliance with agreed deliverables and performance indicators as per the scope of work;
• Contribute to the preparation of monthly/quarterly technical;
• Participate in structured mid-term and end-term program evaluations;
• Coordinate routine cleanup and archiving of all program documentation.

Required Competencies

Core requirements

• Compelling evidence of interest in and commitment to the mission of SCIDaR;
• Demonstrated strong strategic thinking and thought leadership abilities;
• Advanced computer usage skills with proficiency in Microsoft® Word, Excel, PowerPoint;
• Exceptional analytical and quantitative problem-solving skills;
• Ability to work effectively with people at all levels in an organization;
• Reliable people manager, able to manage and promote inclusive and diverse teams within the organization;
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment;
• Fast learner, open to learning from peers, subordinates, and supervisors collaboratively and at a rapid pace;
• Strong logical reasoning and creative thinking skills;
• Results-oriented performer, experienced in developing and tracking self and team with clear KPIs.

Education and experience

• Academic training: Relevant graduate-level degree (International Development, Applied Sciences, and Technology, Policy and Strategy Development, Public Health, Epidemiology, Health Management, or similarly relevant field;
• Experience: Minimum of 3 - 5 years of progressive experience implementing development programs; past effective leadership experience. In strategy, health systems strengthening in a major consulting firm is a plus

Language requirement

• Candidates must be bilingual. Read/Write/Speak at the advanced level of English and French