Job Vacancies at Palladium Group

Project Overview and Role

• The purpose of this Nigeria Integrated Health Program (IHP) Task Order (TO) 4 Contract is to implement priority primary health interventions in Kebbi State to strengthen the state-, LGA-, and ward-level health system as well as strengthen engagement with the state government. The objectives of the program are to (a) strengthen systems supporting primary health care services; (b) improve access to primary health care services; and, (c) increase quality of primary health care services.
• The IHP goal is to contribute to state-level reductions in child and maternal morbidity and mortality and to increase the capacity of health systems (public and private) to sustainably support quality primary health care (PHC) services.
• TO 04 will be USAID's principal primary health program service delivery activity in Kebbi and will coordinate closely with other USAID activities and other development partner programs in the state. USAID will intentionally overlay this activity with other Mission programming to increase Government of Nigeria (GON) resources for primary health care (PHC) services, increase demand for PHC services, and improve access to essential commodities.
• The activity is expected to collaborate closely with those other implementing partners and will not undertake any activities already implemented by other USAID programs

Responsibilities

• Identify evidence-based innovative approaches to strengthen health systems strengthening interventions including service delivery
• Provide technical assistance to key stakeholders including review of technical documents, and provide input to relevant policies and strategies
• Provide technical assistance and advice on the relevant latest health developments, publications, and other information generation activities being undertaken both in Nigeria and globally
• Provide technical expertise in high-impact RMNCH services and advice on their integration into established service delivery systems at different levels of care
• Collaborate with other stakeholders, including other IHP states, to apply lessons learned, innovations, and cutting-edge quality improvement methods to translate best practices into improved implementation of interventions

Requirements

• Post-graduate degree in International Health, Epidemiology, Social Sciences, or related discipline;
• Progressively responsible, professional-level experience on RMNCH issues
• In-depth understanding of a range of RMNCH interventions
• Specialized Knowledge/Skills
• Demonstrated experience in the strategic design and implementation of RMNCH
• Strong understanding of global RMNCH policies strategies and monitoring frameworks
• Experience in innovations and quality improvement is strongly preferred
  

Location Kebbi Application Link

Sokoto Application Link

Bauchi Application Link

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Project Overview and Role

• The purpose of this Nigeria Integrated Health Program (IHP) Task Order (TO) 4 Contract is to implement priority primary health interventions in Kebbi State to strengthen the state-, LGA-, and ward-level health system as well as strengthen engagement with the state government. The objectives of the program are to (a) strengthen systems supporting primary health care services; (b) improve access to primary health care services; and, (c) increase quality of primary health care services.
• The IHP goal is to contribute to state-level reductions in child and maternal morbidity and mortality and to increase the capacity of health systems (public and private) to sustainably support quality primary health care (PHC) services. TO 04 will be USAID’s principal primary health program service delivery activity in Kebbi and will coordinate closely with other USAID activities and other development partner programs in the state.
• USAID will intentionally overlay this activity with other Mission programming to increase Government of Nigeria (GON) resources for primary health care (PHC) services, increase demand for PHC services, and improve access to essential commodities. The activity is expected to collaborate closely with those other implementing partners and will not undertake any activities already implemented by other USAID programs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee IHP operations including; but not limited to, human resources, logistics, procurement, subcontracts or sub-awards, and accounting/finance
• Conduct internal and coordinate external financial audits
• Prepare budgets for annual work-plans and financial reports for USAID/Nigeria

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance or other relevant fields
• Demonstrated experience supervising project operations, including human resources, procurement, subcontracts or sub-awards, and accounting/finance
• Demonstrated ability for developing and managing large budgets,and in-depth knowledge of USG Cost Accounting Standards
• Possess excellent organizational, analytical, oral and written communications skills in English; demonstrated supervisory skills; and ability to work well on team.

Location Kebbi Application Link

Sokoto Application Link

Bauchi Application Link

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Project Overview and Role

• The purpose of the Nigeria Integrated Health Program (IHP) Task Order 3 Contract is to implement priority primary health interventions in Bauchi State to strengthen the state-, LGA-, and ward-level health system as well as strengthen engagement with the state government. The objectives of the program are to:
  • Strengthen systems supporting primary health care services;
  • Improve access to primary health care services; and,
  • Increase quality of primary health care services.
• The overall IHP goal is to contribute to state-level reductions in child and maternal morbidity and mortality and to increase the capacity of health systems (public and private) to sustainably support quality primary health care (PHC) services. IHP will be USAID’s principal primary health program service delivery activity in Bauchi and shall coordinate closely with other USAID activities and other development partner programs in the state.
• USAID will intentionally overlay this activity with other Mission programming to increase Government of Nigeria (GON) resources for primary health care (PHC) services, increase demand for PHC services, and improve access to essential commodities. IHP is expected to collaborate closely with those other implementing partners and will not undertake any activities already implemented by other USAID programs.
• The State IHP Director shall be the principal point of contact in Bauchi for procedural and substantive matters. The State IHP Director will take guidance from the Country Director and shall be responsible for ensuring quality control and the overall responsiveness of technical assistance provided under the award.
• The State IHP Director shall provide overall leadership management and direction for IHP in Bauchi State.
• This individual will be expected to identify issues and risks related to program implementation in a timely manner, and suggest appropriate program adjustments.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership, guidance, vision, and management to staff for successful implementation in Bauchi State
• Supervises TO3 staff and ensures strong collaboration with donors, other implementers, and local counterparts
• Responsible for meeting contractual obligations, producing deliverables and targets, and achieving project results as specified by USAID/Nigeria under TO3
• S/he oversees project planning and ensures implementation, with a focus on results and financial accountability for all project activities

Requirements

• Post-graduate degree in International Health, Social Sciences, Management or related discipline
• Demonstrated progressive experience in RMNCH programs and working with development agencies and organizations, government officials, civil society leaders, community leaders, project beneficiaries and project staff
• Possess excellent organizational, analytical, oral and written communications skills in English
• Demonstrated supervisory skills; and ability to work well on a team

Location Kebbi Application Link

Sokoto Application Link

Bauchi Application Link