Fresh Jobs at Solina Centre for International Development and Research (SCIDaR)

Job Description

• The Health Financing and Private Sector Engagement Specialist will provide technical leadership on strategies, tools, and approaches that will be deployed to move from reliance on donor-funded programs to private sector and/or market-driven solutions to improve equitable access to healthcare services.
• S/he will utilize a health systems approach to improve the quality of essential HIV services at the state, facility, and community.
• This will include ensuring the strengthened integration of private health facilities into the overall health service delivery structure of the HIV program.

Technical responsibilities

The Health Financing & Private Sector Specialist will support the delivery of the following:

• Contribute technically to health systems strengthening as regards health financing and private sector engagement
• Provide technical leadership in the design, development, planning, implementation, and capacity-building
• regarding private sector partnerships and health financing for improved program implementation
• Participate in business development efforts and business case development for private sector engagement
• Develop tools to support the design and implementation of specific technical components of the program
• Provide recommendations on the effectiveness of programs and projects by participating in the review, analysis, and evaluation.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with relevant donor/client organizations, agencies, and partners
• Represent the organization at professional meetings and conferences at all levels
• Provide guidance on current global standards to maintain the quality of all program activities implemented at all levels
• Serve as a resource on procedural, administrative, and operational issues by providing technical leadership on all ACE-related programs
• Maintain current knowledge of emerging trends in health financing and private sector engagement
• Participate in resource development activities
• Carry out any other assigned tasks provided by the supervisor

Mode of Evaluation

• Monthly and quarterly activity program report
• Health facility supervisory reports
• Client engagement reports
• Concept paper for innovation relating to health financing and private sector engagement

Required competencies

Education and Experience

Academic training:

• A minimum of a Master’s degree in health financing, public health, international development, health economics, public policy, economics, health sector management, or a related field is preferred. A Bachelor’s degree with relevant years of experience will be considered.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in health financing, private sector engagement, and or related topics in a USAID-supported program
• Strong understanding and experience of private health sector dynamics, health systems, and health financing issues with prior experience in public-private partnerships
• Knowledge of USAID HSS within health financing and private sector engagement is desirable
• Expert use of at least any data management and analysis tools, written, and oral communications skills
• Astute problem-solving and strong team leadership and program management skills
• Stakeholder management and coordination with the ability to multi-task, strategic and analytical thinking skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with strong interpersonal skills
• Strong report writing skills with excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (Excel and PowerPoint)

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Job Description

• The Private Sector Engagement Specialist will work with the Health Financing Specialist to implement strategies, tools, and approaches that will move the HIV program from reliance on donor-funded programs to private sector and/or market-driven solutions that will improve equitable access to healthcare services.
• S/he will utilize innovative best practices to improve HIV service delivery in private health facilities and contribute to the overall improvement of the coordination and implementation structure of the HIV program in the states.

Technical responsibilities

The Private Sector Engagement Specialist will support the delivery of the following:

• Contribute technically to health systems strengthening via private sector engagement providing mentorship and technical guidance to health personnel
• Provide technical leadership in the design, development, planning, implementation, and capacity building regarding private sector partnerships for improved program implementation
• Participate in business development efforts and business case development for private sector engagement
• Support the implementation of designed private-sector engagement interventions
• Establish and maintain a relationship with private sector actors implementing the program in the state
• Represent the organization at professional meetings and conferences at all levels
• Maintain current knowledge of emerging trends in private-sector engagement
• Participate in resource development activities
• Carry out any other assigned tasks provided by the supervisor

Mode of Evaluation

• Monthly activity program report
• Supervisory visit report
• Client engagement reports
• Concept paper for innovation relating to private sector engagement

Education

Academic training:

• A minimum of a Master’s degree in a health-related discipline is preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in research, business, and/or international development
• Strong understanding and experience of private health sector dynamics, health systems issues
• Knowledge of USAID HSS within private sector engagement is desirable
• Expert use of at least any data management and analysis tools, written and oral communications skills
• Astute problem-solving and strong team leadership and program management skills
• Stakeholder management and coordination with ability to multi-task, strategic and analytical thinking skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with strong interpersonal skills
• Strong report writing skills with excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (Excel and PowerPoint)

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Description and Objectives

• The Field Analyst will provide technical and operational support for the execution of the EPI Program. This will involve day-to-day execution of program workflows.

Technical Responsibilities – Program Support

Program implementation

• Conduct immunization system diagnostic within the country or region;
• Support day-to-day execution of the program activities;
• Contribute to a program workstream and escalate program challenges to the Country Lead;
• Gather and analyze information, formulate and test hypotheses, and develop and communicate recommendations;
• Facilitate collaboration and coordination with cooperating partners to guarantee smooth implementation of activities and achievement of results;
• Participate in routine technical problem-solving sessions with the primary client and relevant stakeholders to brainstorm implementation challenges and align on decisions to guide the path forward;

Program monitoring and reporting

• Regularly track, monitor and review program activities to ensure quality, accountability, and contractual compliance with agreed deliverables and performance indicators as per the scope of work;
• Document progress reports and liaise with key stakeholders;
• Participate in structured mid-term and end-term program evaluations;

Required competencies

Core requirements

• Compelling evidence of interest in and commitment to the mission of SCIDaR;
• Demonstrated strong strategic thinking, problem-solving and thought leadership abilities;
• Advanced computer usage skills with proficiency in Microsoft® Word, Excel, and PowerPoint;
• Demonstrated aptitude for analytics;
• Ability to work effectively with people 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;
• Strong verbal and written communication skills,

Education and Experience

Academic training: 

• Outstanding record of academic achievement with a minimum of a First-Class Bachelors’ degree in International Development, Applied Sciences and Technology, Policy and Strategy Development, Public Health, Epidemiology, Health Management or similarly relevant field;

Experience: 

• Strong record of leadership in an academic, professional, or extracurricular setting;

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Description and Objectives

• The Country Lead will provide technical and operational leadership for the execution of the assigned EPI program within their country or region.
• This will involve day-to-day management of all program workflows and provision of direct oversight to Field Associates executing assigned program activities.
• S/he will bear ultimate responsibility for all team deliverables and lead program-related interactions with primary clients as well as other relevant stakeholders.
• The Country Lead will also be responsible for providing program status updates and supporting the Program Engagement Manager for country financial and non-financial planning.

Technical Responsibilities – Program Leadership

Program implementation

• Lead immunization system diagnostic within the country or region;
• Lead day-to-day execution of EPI program activities and manage workflows of assigned project teams;
• Monitor EPI program workstreams; identify risks, troubleshoot implementation process challenges, identify and implement creative solutions and escalate challenges where necessary;
• Gather and analyze information, formulate and test hypotheses, and develop and communicate recommendations;
• Lead client management discussions and team implementation of recommendations;
• Ensure close collaboration and coordination with cooperating partners to guarantee smooth implementation of activities and achievement of outcomes;
• Lead routine technical problem-solving sessions with the primary client and relevant stakeholders to brainstorm implementation challenges and align on decisions to guide the path forward;
• Serve as the primary contact point for regional program officers and other stakeholders.

Program monitoring and reporting

• Regularly monitor and review program activities to ensure quality, accountability, and contractual compliance with agreed deliverables and performance indicators as per the scope of work;
• Contribute to the preparation of monthly/quarterly technical and financial reports (the latter will be in collaboration with the designated Finance Officer);
• Participate in structured mid-term and end-term program evaluations;
• Coordinate routine cleanup and archiving of all program documentation.

Program staff development and team building

• Strengthen immunization coordination committees through the strategic use of data;
• Build the capacity of immunization program managers;
• Participate in the assessment of candidates to affirm suitability for program roles;
• Contribute to program onboarding briefing with the program team at the beginning of a new program (or new staff upon joining an existing program) to communicate the program expectations, staff roles, deliverables and performance indicators;
• Support individual team members to identify and document learning goals at the beginning of the program (or new staff upon joining an existing program), and facilitate feedback sessions to track their progress;
• Facilitate periodic (at least monthly) individual performance reviews and provide feedback to field associates on their strengths and re-direction needs as applied to program activities and deliverables;
• Handle all team management issues, including but not limited to team communication, data storage, sharing modalities, team workstations, facilities, other logistics, team bonding activities, etc.
• Participate as required in the comprehensive in-house professional development program that includes periodic training needs assessment; new staff onboarding and orientation; in-class training sessions; staff mentoring program;
• Anticipate and communicate project staffing requirements, planning staff placements to satisfy both employee professional development needs and project needs;
• Request ICT infrastructure and support services required for the effective execution of program activities.

Required competencies

Core requirements

• Compelling evidence of interest in and commitment to the mission of SCIDaR;
• Demonstrated strong strategic thinking and thought leadership abilities;
• Advanced computer usage skills with proficiency in Microsoft® Word, Excel, and PowerPoint;
• Exceptional analytical and quantitative problem-solving skills;
• Ability to work effectively with people 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;
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Education and Experience
Academic training:

• Minimum of Masters’ degree in International Development, Policy and Strategy Development, Medicine, Public Health, Microbiology, Epidemiology, Health Management or a similarly relevant field;

Experience: 

• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive experience implementing development programs; past effective leadership experience. In strategy, systems strengthening in a major consulting firm is a plus.