NTDs Program / M&E Intern at Helen Keller International

Responsibilities

• Willingness to work in remote LGA/communities supervising mass drug administration for NTDs
• Recognize opportunities for learning and take initiative to learn and participate in activities according to the implementation plan
• Support the state program team to conduct training of program implementers
• Support the state team in implementation of key activities such as: supervision of mass drug administration of NTD medicines, data validation and collection, morbidity management and disability prevention (hydrocele surgery)
• Assist the team in entering program data by providing support to Helen Keller contracted resident independent monitors during data entry into the national template
• Participate in supporting the distribution of NTDs commodities from the state medical store to the last mile, which is the health facility, ensuring strict adherence to the distribution plan
• Participate in data quality assessment exercises like spot checks, data validation, the WHO supervisors coverage tool and the supervisor’s coverage surveys
• Work closely with the resident independent monitors for filing/archiving documentation, both soft copies and hard copies of financial documents and ODK supervision checklist
• Adherence to all Helen Keller International policies and procedures as outlined in Helen Keller International policies and procedure manuals
• Conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Helen Keller International and to not jeopardise the organization image
• Support the development of case studies and success stories from programme implementation.
• Other duties that may be assigned.

Requirements

• At least a first Degree from a recognized university.
• At least 2 years relevant work experience.
• Experience in community-based programming will be an added advantage
• Excellent communication skills and a willingness to be respectful, kind, sensitive and empathize with all beneficiaries
• Good communication skills (verbal and written).
• Fluency in written and spoken English
• Understands local language and terrain
• Acceptable IT Skills