Senior Program Officer at Jhpiego - John Hopkins University

Career Category: Program / Project Management

Job Summary

• With the leadership and supervision of the State team lead, the Senior Program Coordinator will directly coordinate planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting of the RISE project being implemented in Akwa Ibom state.
• As a member of the state senior management team, contribute to leadership, strategy development, coordination, accountability and compliance with donor and organizational policies and guidelines. This includes development of work plans, liaising and maintaining strong collaboration and engagement with Ministry staff and relevant agencies, extensive donors and USG partners regarding implementation and program management.

Required Qualifications

• Advanced degree or equivalent experience in Public Health, Sociology, or related health, Medical, or Social Science discipline; Masters-level degree preferred.
• Demonstrated experience working with USAID / PEPFAR programs and strong familiarity with USAID reporting requirements.
• 8+ years’ experience in program management, operational and technical expertise with a preference in HIV program implementation.
• Experience in HIV care and treatment and prevention programs in Akwa Ibom
• Familiarity with Akwa Ibom surge, health systems and reporting structure and demonstrated ability to collaborate with government and community level officials to strengthen program implementation
• Demonstrated ability in working and collaborating with a wide range of local and international partner organizations.