State Program Manager at Solina Centre for International Development and Research (SCIDaR)

Description and Objectives

• The PHC Manager/State Program Manager will be responsible for leading and coordinating the project’s effort aimed at optimizing the efficiency of primary healthcare systems and strengthening the management capacity of PHC managers in the state.

Technical Responsibilities

• Collaborate with key stakeholders to establish and implement a comprehensive PHC strategy for xx state, ensuring alignment with state priorities and goals
• Oversee the planning and day-to-day implementation, monitoring and documentation of ALL project activities in the state, ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets.
• Facilitate regular meetings and discussions to gather insights, feedback, and input from stakeholders regarding PHC strategy and implementation
• Act as liaison between team members, partners and stakeholders, ensuring effective collaboration and communication
• Build strong relationships with state officials and leadership/decision makers
• Advocate for policies and funding from the state that support the strengthening of PHC systems, engaging with government officials and other relevant stakeholders
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting to donors, partners and relevant stakeholders
• Perform other duties as assigned by the project Manager and/ or Director.

Required competencies

• Strong stakeholder management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting
• Ability to manage people, resources and processes to implement and monitor strategies with substantial outcomes;
• Demonstrated strong strategic thinking;
• Exceptional analytical and quantitative problem-solving skills;
• Ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels in an organization;
• Reliable people manager, able to manage and promote inclusive and diverse teams within the organization;
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment;
• Fast learner, open to learning from peers, subordinates, and supervisors collaboratively and at a rapid pace;
• Strong logical reasoning and creative thinking skills;
• Results-oriented performer, experienced in developing and tracking self and team with clear KPIs.

Education and Experience

Academic training: 

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree preferred) in the field of health management, public health or a related field.

Experience:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in healthcare management or public health, with a focus on PHC
• Strong knowledge of the healthcare landscape in xx state
• Proven leadership and project management skills