Senior Program Officer at Jhpiego - John Hopkins University

Overview

• The Senior Program Officer will play a pivotal role in the implementation, management, monitoring, and evaluation of the Unitaid funded HCV self-testing project in Abuja.
• This role involves strategic engagement with Nigerian government agencies, coordination and tracking of project implementation, and ensuring overall project reporting and technical management integrity.

Responsibilities

• Lead program coordination and monitor implementation at the state level for the Unitaid-funded HCV self-testing project, ensuring alignment with donor and Government of Nigeria priority areas.
• Development, implementation, and monitoring of work plans and budgets, and provide program management and technical oversight.
• Coordinate technical assistance for program implementation, including all logistics for training at the national and state levels.
• Assist technical staff in the design, implementation, monitoring, and assessment of activities, ensuring compliance with donor and organizational regulations.
• Contribute to writing reports, annual work plans, project monitoring tracking matrices, and relevant documentation.
• Maintain partnerships with FMOH, NASCP, Civil Society Organizations, donors, and other partners, and provide management support to enhance project performance.
• Develop and implement quality improvement strategies and monitoring systems to ensure project goals are met.
• Coordinate stakeholder engagement, facilitate training, mentoring, and coaching as required.
• Contribute to scientific writing for development of manuscripts for publication and presentations.
• Contribute to project transition efforts, dissemination and close-out
• Ensure that Jhpiego and the project deliver on all promises to donors and stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• MBA/MSc/MA, Advanced Degree or equivalent experience in Public Health, Sociology, or related Health, Medical, or Social Science discipline; Masters-level Degree preferred.
• 6-9+ years in management, operational, and technical expertise, preferably in HIV, Viral hepatitis, and public health program implementation.
• Possesses a keen critical thinking ability, with a propensity for asking in-depth questions to uncover underlying truths, avoiding acceptance of surface-level information.
• An excellent open communicator who must excel in meeting tight deadlines and managing multiple tasks, ensuring quality work is delivered consistently.
• Capable of working flexible hours, including odd hours when necessary, demonstrating adaptability and commitment.
• Detail-oriented with a proactive and forward-thinking approach to anticipate and address challenges effectively, innovating and sharing next steps in the project and priorities for course correction.
• Demonstrated experience working with Unitaid-funded programs or similar donors, with strong familiarity with budget and reporting requirements.
• Familiarity with Nigeria’s health systems and reporting structure and demonstrated ability to collaborate with government-level officials to strengthen program implementation.
• Excellent skills in facilitation, team building, coordination, writing, and communication, including technical writing for publication.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse international teams, manage multiple tasks, meet short deadlines, and perform under pressure.
• Willingness to travel frequently to facilities/states across Nigeria.