Health Financing Expert/Health Economist at Sydani Group

Job Summary:

Sydani Group is seeking a seasoned health financing expert/health economist to lead a multiyear health financing project. This position is critical in providing technical support to national and state government agencies responsible for implementing the Basic Healthcare Provision Fund (BHCPF). The technical lead will lead health financing project deliverables, cultivate stakeholder relationships, and ensure fulfillment of project objectives.

Competencies:

• Proven ability to lead and manage a team, including providing technical guidance and mentorship.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in quantitative and qualitative data analysis tools.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong stakeholder management, advocacy, and communication skills.
• Experience working with government agencies, NGOs, and other development partners.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate technical support to the government to strengthen Monitoring, Learning and Evaluation of the BHCPF.
• Develop and implement strategies for stakeholder engagement, including government agencies, implementing partners, and beneficiaries.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to the MLE team on health financing.
• Analyze data and translate findings into clear and concise reports and presentations.
• Contribute to the development of recommendations for improving the digitization of M&E for the BHCPF.
• Manage and monitor program budgets related to the health financing component.
• Develop proposals and concepts for other health financing projects in the organization.
• Communicate complex technical information to diverse audiences, including serving as thought leader on health financing issues at Sydani.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in health economics, Public Health, Health Policy, or related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive work experience in health financing in Africa, with a significant focus on direct facility financing and supporting health insurance programs.
• Demonstrated experience with the BHCPF or similar direct facility financing mechanisms is an added advantage.
• Strong understanding of M&E principles and methodologies, with a focus on applying them to digitized systems.
• Experience in designing and conducting data analysis related to health financing programs.

Remuneration

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, insurance, pension, and other statutory benefits.

Location:

Abuja, Nigeria with frequent travel to project sites across various states.