Jobs at Georgetown Global Health Nigeria (GGHN)

Job Overview

• The Chief of Party will provide overall technical and programmatic leadership for the Accelerating Control of the HIV Epidemic in Nigeria (ACE) project.
• S/he will report directly to the CEO and USAID agreement officers representative (AOR).

Work Interactions and conditions
The COP will be the principal point of contact between the Activity and USAID and would adjust programs and operations in response to USAID/Nigeria technical and managerial direction. Acting as the primary manager for the ACE 2 project:

• The COP will coordinate and ultimately be responsible for all award management and implementation.
• The COP’s primary aim is to provide overall leadership, management and general technical direction of the entire activity.
• The COP must be highly analytical and a strategic thinker who ensures an integrated vision among different components and actors and focuses on achieving the results defined in the award.
• S/he will be expected to identify issues and risks related to activity implementation in a timely manner, with recommendations for appropriate adjustments that are subsequently implemented.
• The COP must have excellent oral and written communication skills, with demonstrated ability to establish and maintain interpersonal and professional relationships with USAID, GON counterparts, other national and international stakeholders, and local organizations, GGHN country offices, and government officials involved in the program.
• The position will be based in Kano. This job requires travel for approximately 50% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary liaison between implementing project team, USAID, GoN officials, donors, implementing partners, and relevant stakeholders.
• Provide overall leadership, strategic direction, and vision for the project, including sub-recipients and partners.
• Ensure that project deliverables, targets, and objectives are met in a timely manner and that progress reports and results are of high quality.
• Coordinate performance management with accountability and incentive systems, supervise direct reports, and manage the project team directly.
• Ensure that the work plan and project implementation occur within budget restrictions and result meets the target and overall objectives.
• Ensure that prime and sub-recipients' financial controls and award management systems comply with accounting principles and USAID cost principles and standards, including procurement and disposal of project resources and assets.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and procedures, QA for project management, and the optimal use of resources pertaining to quality staffing and cost-effective operations.
• Provide scientific (including evidence-based interventions), technical leadership, knowledge management, and innovative technical approaches for project piloting.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Education: Master’s Degree in Public Health or Medicine
• Experience: 10+ years of progressive senior-level management experience in managing complex public health programs or programs of similar size and complexity.
• Fluency of communicating in English while fluency in speaking Hausa although not mandatory is desirable.

Specialized knowledge:

• Demonstrable experience in design, implementation, and reporting of activities of similar size and complexity in Nigeria or other climes.
• Experience leading USAID/PEPFAR funded large-scale program desirable.
• Knowledgeable in HIV/AIDS, infectious disease (Malaria and TB), maternal and child health, HSS, QA/QI, etc.

Skills:

• Proficient in Excel and word processing.
• Strong written and oral presentation skills
• Ability to analyze, present and use data for decision-making.

Interpersonal / Individual Competencies:

• Strong managerial skills, strategic vision, strong leadership qualities,
• Strong professional reputation in the health industry.

Mode of evaluation:

• Monthly activity program report
• Quarterly project report
• Annual project report.

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Description

• The Public Health Emergency Management Professional Development Program (PHEM PDP) is a co-curricular program carefully crafted to focus on and develop the required professional skills necessary for successfully preparing for and responding to public health threats and emergencies.

Scope of Engagement to Translate PHEM PDP Documents and Presentation Slides

Introduction:

• The PHEM-PDP-in-a-box to be translated includes:
  • The Professional Certificate (PC) (Generic and Nigeria Iteration) (81 Files)
  • PHEM Basic Level 3 (Generic and Nigeria Iteration) (13 Files)
  • PHEM Basic Level 2 (Generic and Nigeria Iteration) (11 Files)
  • PHEM Basic Level 1 (Generic and Nigeria Iteration) (11 Files)
  • PHEM PDP Documents (Generic and Nigeria Iteration) (7 Files)
  • PHEM Basic Documents (Generic and Nigeria Iteration) (6 Files)
• The translator(s) will provide professional translation of documents and presentation slides from the source language (English) to the target language (French) while maintaining the original meaning, tone, and context.

Language Proficiency:

• The translator(s) must possess native or near-native proficiency in both the source language (English) and the target language (French).
• A strong command of grammar, vocabulary, and idiomatic expressions in both languages is essential.

Technical knowledge and Subject Matter Expertise:

• GGHN will require proof of capacity as evidenced by references on work that has been previously done by the translator. Proof of previous work in health-related materials shall be an added advantage.
• The translator(s) should have expertise in the subject matter of the documents or content to be translated.
• Familiarity with relevant terminology, jargon, and concepts in Public Health Emergency Management language is crucial for accurate and contextually appropriate translations.

Accuracy and Quality:

• The translator(s) is/are responsible for producing high-quality, error-free translations (grammar, syntax, and spelling) that maintain the original meaning and tone of the source content.
• To safeguard against errors, the final versions of the translated documents will be translated back to English by a third party to ensure no deviations from the intended meanings. Any errors noted will be returned to the translator for rectification.
• Proofreading and editing of translated content may be required to ensure the highest quality deliverables.

Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure:

• The translator(s) must adhere to strict confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements to protect the confidentiality of the translated content and any sensitive information accessed during the engagement.

Communication and Collaboration:

• Effective communication with the translator is essential for clarifying requirements, discussing project details, and addressing questions or concerns.
• The translator(s) should be responsive and provide timely updates on the progress of the translation tasks.

Timeline and Turnaround:

• A clear timeline for translating each document should be agreed upon in advance.
• The translator(s) should provide realistic estimates of the time required for completion, considering factors such as document length, complexity, and formatting.

Documentation and Reporting:

• The translator(s) should maintain clear documentation of all translated materials, including version control, reference documents, and supporting information.
• Reporting on completed translations, status updates, and any issues or challenges encountered should be provided as required.

File Formats and Formatting:

• The translator(s) should be proficient in working with various file formats commonly used for documents and presentations.
• Ensure that the translated content's formatting, layout, and design closely match the original document.

Payment and Terms:

• The payment terms, rates, and invoicing details shall be discussed and agreed upon in advance.
• Any additional expenses, such as software or tools required for translation, shall be communicated and agreed upon.

Feedback and Evaluation:

• Feedback on the quality and accuracy of the translations shall be provided to the translator.
• Evaluation of the translator's performance will be conducted based on the overall satisfaction of the translated content and adherence to the agreed-upon terms.