Programme Manager at Nigeria Health Watch

Job Summary

• TheProgramme Manager will lead the development and implementation of impactful health communication initiatives at Nigeria Health Watch.
• She/ he will overseeprogrammedesign, manage resources, and contribute to achieving strategic goals through effective communication strategies.
• She /he must possessa proven track record in programme management, strategic communication, and public health.
• The ideal candidate shouldpossessstrong communication, collaboration, and analytical skills with a passion for public health communication and social impact.

Scope of Services:
StrategicC ProgrammeManagement:

• Lead the execution of project work plans in strict alignment with donor requirements and Nigeria Health Watch’s quality standards.
• Oversee project cycles frominceptionto close-out, ensuring that deliverables are met on time and within scope.
• Lead work-planning and budgeting processes, ensuring efficient use of human and financial capital across multiple project workstreams.
• Regularly review project progress and pivot strategies based on emerging evidence or shifts in the politicalorhealth landscape.

Stakeholder Engagement And Partnership:

• Build and sustain robust partnerships with government agencies,donors, andother keypartners.
• Facilitate high-level meetings, task forces, and biannual engagement sessions with national and sub-national stakeholders.
• Lead the coordination of learning sessions, webinars, and workshops to foster cross-sectoral knowledge sharing and project validation.

Communication & Advocacy:

• Design and implement multi-channel, integrated communication strategies that translate complex health data into compelling narratives for change.
• Oversee the production of high-quality advocacy products, including policy briefs, editorials, newsletters, and multimedia content tailoredforpolicymakers and the public.
• Ensure consistent messaging and visual identity across all project platforms,maintainingtheorganisation’sreputation as a thought leader.
• Translate technical research and health data into accessible, actionable briefs for non-technical stakeholders (media, community leaders, and legislators).
• Monitor andanalysethe political landscape, providing regular intelligence on developments that mayimpactprogrammedelivery in West Africa.

Resouce Mobilization & Sustanability

• Identifyopportunities to scale or adaptexistingprojects and contribute technical insights to new grant proposals and investment cases.
• Support a proactive approach to resourcemobilisationby aligning project outputs with current global health funding trends and donor priorities.
• Develop strategies to ensure the long-term impact of projects beyond theinitialfunding cycle through institutional partnerships.

Monitoring, Evaluation And Learning

• Partner with the M&E team to develop robust frameworks, tracking project progress against Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Oversee the preparation of comprehensive narrative and data-driven reports for internal leadership and external donors.
• Implement quality control measures and ensure all project activitiescomply withethical standards and regulatory requirements.

Budget &Team Management

• Manage project finances,monitorexpenditures, and ensure rigorous compliance with approved budgets and audit requirements.
• Provide mentorship and supervision toprogrammeofficers, consultants, and sub-contractors, fostering a culture of collaboration and high performance.

Editorial

• Produce well-researched editorials that addresses key issues in the global health sector, reaffirming Nigeria Health Watch's position as a thought leader.
• Continuously stay updated on the most current and relevant health issues, ensuring that our editorials reflect forward-thinking knowledge and successfullycontributeto public health discourse.
• Develop editorial that not only informs, but also influences, positioning Nigeria Health Watch as a key source of health sector analysis and commentary that interrogates policy and publicperception.
• Commission articles with freelancers when required.

General

• Represent theorganisationat external and internal conferences/events.
• Research and write concept notes for theorganisation’sevents and support report writing and production of case studies and policy briefs in different health areas.
• Research and write scripts for Nigeria Health Watch video productions and other editorial content.
• Seek new funding opportunities for theorganisation.
• Network with people in the health and media sectors and see how we can use those contacts for the benefit of theorganisation.
• Undertakeadditionaltasks as assigned or needed.

Essentials Competencies& Skills

• Advanced Degree in Public Health, Communications, Project Management, ora relatedfield.
• Minimum of 7 years experience leading and implementing large-scale public health, advocacy, or communications projects preferablywithin non-profitorganisationsin Africa.
• Demonstratedexpertisein stakeholder engagement, regionalcoordinationand cross-functional project management.
• Proven ability tosynthesisetechnical content into advocacy materials for diverse audiences, including policymakers, media, and community actors.
• Strong analytical and strategic planning skills, witha track recordof delivering complex projects on time and within scope and budget.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience producing high-quality technicalbrief, policy papers and strategic reports.
• Strong collaboration, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Experience in monitoring andevaluationmethodologies and data analysis.
• Strong leadership and strategic thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with vaccine development processes,andepidemic preparedness frameworks.
• Experience working with regional bodies, government institutions, and development partners is a strong asset.
• Proficiencyin digital tools for project management, social listening, and knowledge dissemination is an added advantage.
• Passion for public health communication anda commitmentto social impact.