Job Openings at Project Hope

• The Program Manager is responsible for the design, implementation, and monitoring of the Niger State Group Antenatal Care Deployment under the TA Connect/Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation Program. S/He will work in collaboration with the key State stakeholders, multiple local and international actors and Implementing partners to improve access to Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn and Child Health (RMNCH) services and support state-wide institutionalization of the G-ANC model. 
• The Program Director will report to the Country Representative and will lead Project HOPE’s technical team for efficient planning, financing, delivering, and monitoring high quality services to the Niger State government. S/he will be responsible for designing and implementing operational plans and leading program activities. S/he will provide technical leadership on all aspects of improving the quality of RMNCH services by supporting the government’s strategic goal of increasing ANC coverage in the targeted LGAs in Niger state and generate an evidence-base to support other states to adopt G-ANC. 
• S/he will develop strategies for resource mobilization and lead the technical team to produce quarterly, semi-annual, and annual quantitative and narrative reports, including relevant information on lessons learnt, challenges encountered, and opportunities identified for improvement. S/He is responsible for coordinating amongst the different health actors to guarantee the feasibility of the project and country program.  

Specific Responsibilities 

Strategic Planning 

• Oversees the program budget and development of annual work plans, semi-annual reports, and other reports as needed to ensure all project deliverables are of high quality and produced on time and within budget. 
• Provides leadership in developing, implementing, and assessing an integrated package of interventions to increase coverage and utilization of high-quality RMNCH interventions at the household, community, and health facility levels in collaboration with key national and state stakeholders.
• Operationalize and implement of the Niger State Group Antenatal Care Deployment program components.
• Support the development, strengthening and implementation of state and LGA RMNCH strategic and annual plans. 
• Facilitate linkages and foster collaboration and coordination with key stakeholders including relevant national, state, and local government authorities, partners and civil society organizations involved in RMNCH, and communities.
• Provide input and participate in the project strategy design and implementation plan for the health facility and community services components.  

 Technical leadership

• Directly supervises the work of senior technical/project staff and ensures efficient and effective contribution to project goals. 
• Oversee extensive technical and programmatic activities in Niger state to ensure high quality, evidence‐based approaches, and effective implementation to increase access to, use, and quality of services at the facility and community levels for implementation of the RMNCH and G-ANC Model. 
• Contribute to the development of evidence‐based training materials and standards, supportive supervision materials and approaches, job aids, and other systems and tools for diverse stakeholders in line with approved national guidelines.
• Conduct regular field visits in collaboration with key national, state, and LGA MOH stakeholders and facilitate follow up on recommendations. 
• Ensure comprehensive monitoring and evaluation of the program.
• Providing leadership for publications writing and best practice documentation strategies. 

 Implementation

• Directly supervises the work of senior project staff and consultants and ensures efficient and effective contribution to program activities in line with grant agreement. 
• Support the development of Detailed Implementation Plan (DIP) and procurement plan and other project management tools.
• Coordinate the implementation of the G-ANC program and determine the operational needs of the program within the scope of the project. 
• Provide on-going management, supportive supervision and mentorship to team members working on the project.
• Organize and facilitate training and capacity building of health personnel and other project implementation stakeholders as necessary.  
• Produce and ensure timely submission of monthly program activity and M&E reports when required.  

 Administrative and Financial Management Responsibilities 

• Will be supported by the Finance and Grants Manager and Admin, Security and Logistics Officer who will provide guidance to the finance, admin, and logistics officers in the management of administrative and financial tasks pertinent to the project.  
• Ensure that all programme administration and financial management in the state is in line with Project HOPE’s and donor´s regulations. 

Representation & Communication 

• Participate in and represent Project HOPE at the Ministry of Health and other Coordination platforms with all other stakeholders.  
• Develop and maintain partnerships and linkages with sub-recipient organizations, host government health departments, health facilities and community-based organizations for effective implementation of health programs at country level.    
• Create awareness and promote Project HOPE’s principles throughout program/ project implementation. 

Educational and Professional Experience Requirements:

• Master’s Degree in Public Health, Statistics, Social Sciences, Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Health Informatics, or a health-related field is required.
• Senior leader with 10+ years of relevant experience, with capacity development of government offices preferred.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the social welfare context and health system in Nigeria, and preferably in Niger state.
• Successful experience in implementing RMNCH projects and familiarity with USAID/BMGF programs preferred. 
• Demonstrated results with capacity building/training and implementing training programs and workshops in Monitoring, Evaluation and Research; familiarity with DHIS is an advantage.
• Familiarity with the Nigerian Health system including government planning and budgeting processes at Federal and state levels.
• Strong skills in negotiating with and engaging Ministry of Health officials at all levels of the health system.
• Demonstrated computer skills in Epi Info, SPSS, GIS, and Microsoft Office Suite applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams and Outlook and advanced skills in the use of analytical tools.
• Demonstrated experience and understanding of RMNCH Indicators.
• Contribute to the use of information management tools such as dashboards to support decision makers at the local government and state levels to make better use of data. 
• Experience working with private sector actors involved in health services delivery.
• Fluency in English.

OTHER ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS 

Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse 

• Actively promote PSEA (Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse) standards within Project HOPE and among beneficiaries served by Project HOPE. 

Compliance & Ethics 

• Promote and encourage a culture of compliance and ethics throughout Project HOPE. 
• As applicable to the position, maintain a clear understanding of Project HOPE' and donor compliance and ethics standards and adhere to those standards. 
• Conduct work with the highest level of integrity. 

Competency 

• Strong writing and presentation skills. 
• Proven capabilities in leadership. 
• Strong negotiation, interpersonal and organization skills. 
• Ability to read, writes, analyze, and interpret, technical and non-technical in the English language. 
• Ability to effectively present information and respond appropriately to questions from senior managers in the field and HQ, counterparts, senior government leaders and other related regional players. 

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• The Finance Assistant will work under the supervision of the Finance and Grants Manager to ensure compliance with all regulations, grant specific requirements, reporting mechanisms, and Project HOPE policies and procedures.
• S/he is responsible for oversight and ensuring compliance and development of all financial and accounting activities for the project as well as HR responsibilities as assigned. 
• S/he ensures availability of financial resources for local payments of the team, review and account for procurement transactions to ensure adequate supporting documentation, accuracy of amounts and control over payments.
• Ensure the accuracy of financial transactions on the project using Quickbooks, and meet the financial reporting requirement including preparation, submission for review from HQ and final submission to donor within the deadline. 

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES  

Accounting and Finance Management  

• Ensure compliance with the organization and donor regulations and procedures, establishing finance and supporting function policies, systems, and procedures, and directing or performing their development, documentation, and implementation. 
• Responsible for initiating payments for financial transactions. 
•  Ensure accuracy of all financial documents from trainings, meetings, and workshops.
• Ensure all financial documents are properly filed (hard copy and e-copy).
• Review and account for procurement transactions to ensure adequate supporting documentation, accuracy of amounts and control overpayments. 
• Suggest formats for financial reporting to aid financial statement users to better understand the contents of the reports for decision-making and strategic planning purposes.  
• Manage the finance activities of the project to meet the financial reporting requirements of field and senior management team, ensuring that all financial reports are submitted on or before the deadlines set and contain relevant information for all the users of the financial reports.  

Working Relationships  

• Maintain frequent communication with Finance and Grants Manager, Senior Program Officer (Operations) to ensure finance activities and objectives are communicated.  
• Work with direct line manager, senior management, and field teams to ensure the coordination of programs are within budgeted targets.  
• Attend coordination meetings which are relevant to country activities. 
• Interface with national government and relevant agencies to ensure compliance with varying government regulations.  

  Representation  

• Participate in donor meetings and communicate relevant information to Project Manager and Nigeria Country Representative and/or HQ (where delegated)
• Ensure maximum visibility of the agency among the NGO community.  

Qualifications:  

• Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Social Sciences, Business Administration and/or in a relevant field of study. 
• Preferably has a Master’s degree. 
• Prior Grant Management training/experience. 

Experience  

• Minimum of five (5) years of managerial experience in a non-profit organization or equivalent experience, training, and education  
• Extensive experience in the administrative and financial management of overseas programs at the management level  
• Extensive experience in working with computerized accounting systems. 
• Comprehensive knowledge and working experience with BMGF, USAID, World Bank, EU, DfID and other donors preferred.
• Experience in developing and managing procurement and logistical procedures and policies.  

OTHER ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS  

Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse  

• Actively promote PSEA (Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse) standards within Project HOPE and among beneficiaries served by Project HOPE Compliance & Ethics  
• Promote and encourage a culture of compliance and ethics throughout Project HOPE.  
• As applicable to the position, maintain a clear understanding of Project HOPE' and donor compliance and ethics standards and adhere to those standards.  
• Conduct work with the highest level of integrity  

Competency  

• Strong writing and presentation skills  
• Proven capabilities in leadership  
• Strong negotiation, interpersonal and organization skills  
• Ability to read, writes, analyze, and interpret, technical and non-technical in the English language.  

 PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT 

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

• Project HOPE employees work in the global health field and may be required to travel or work in countries where working conditions are classified as “hardship”.  
• Travel for extended periods by air and other modes of transportation.  
• Must be mobile in an office environment and able to use standard office equipment and must be able to communicate in verbal and written form.  
• Typical office environment with exposure to a minimal noise level.    

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• The Finance and Grants Manager is responsible for ensuring compliance with all regulations, grant specific requirements, reporting mechanisms, and Project HOPE policies and procedures.
• S/he is responsible for oversight and ensuring compliance and development of all financial and accounting activities for the project as well as HR responsibilities as assigned. 
• S/he ensures availability of financial resources for local payments of the team. 
• They review and account for procurement transactions to ensure adequate supporting documentation, accuracy of amounts and control over payments.
• Ensure the accuracy of financial transactions on the project using Quickbooks, and meet the financial reporting requirement including preparation, submission for review from HQ and final submission to donor within the deadline.
• The Finance and Grants Manager prepares the required budgets, realignment and manages the same through regular review of budgeted against actual expenditure.  

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES  

Accounting and Finance Management  

• Ensure compliance with the organization and donor regulations and procedures, establishing finance and supporting function policies, systems, and procedures, and directing or performing their development, documentation, and implementation. 
• Responsible for ensuring financial resources availability for local payments of the team, in coordination with International Finance Desk.  
• Supervise and ensure that the day-to-day accounting operations and financial management functions in field offices are performing in accordance with internal policy and procedures.  
• Review and account for procurement transactions to ensure adequate supporting documentation, accuracy of amounts and control overpayments.  
• Suggest formats for financial reporting to aid financial statement users to better understanding the contents of the reports for decision-making and strategic planning purposes.  
• Ensure the maintenance of accurate records of financial transactions of the project in order to monitor financial status of all response activities.  
• Manage the finance activities of the project to meet the financial reporting requirements of field and senior management team, ensuring that all financial reports are submitted on or before the deadlines set and contain relevant information for all the users of the financial reports.  
• Direct the preparation of all financial reports for external purposes in respect to accounting, legal and contractual requirements.  
• Maintain the organization’s system of accounts ensuring all accounting data are updated, reconciled, and fully supported. 
• Oversee training of finance staff and provide technical support to the program and logistics.  
• Supervise or prepare activity budgets in collaboration with the technical team. 
• Present and facilitate review of actual to budget expenditures with direct line manager, senior management, and field teams.  
• Ensure payroll is correctly calculated, necessary withholdings and deductions are taken care of, salaries and bonuses are paid on time. As applicable, liaise with the staff and project team to ensure tax returns/reports are submitted to the relevant government authorities.
• Provide recommendations for budget realignments as required. 
• Maintain open lines of communications with all field staff.  

Administration  

• Responsible for all non-medical administrative tasks management within the responding team.  
• Maintain a database of food and other vendors for trainings. 

Training/ Capacity Building  

• Determine training needs for finance and human resources staff.
• Advocate and plan for professional development for expat and national staff.  

Working Relationships  

• Maintain frequent communication with Senior Accountant HQ, Senior Program Officer (Operations) to ensure finance activities and objectives are communicated.  
• Work with direct line manager, senior management, and field teams to ensure the coordination of programs are within budgeted targets.  
• Attend coordination meetings which are relevant to country activities.  
• Interface with national government and relevant agencies to ensure compliance with varying government regulations.  

  Representation  

• Participate in donor meetings and communicate relevant information to Project Manager and Nigeria Country Representative and/or HQ. 
• Work with key donor staff to develop and maintain optimum financial and programmatic relationship.  
• Ensure maximum visibility of the agency among the NGO community.  
• Lead the production of reports and ensure the timeliness and accuracy of information provided, as well ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information.  
• Contribute to the creation of a positive image and overall credibility of the organization, notably through the application of the organization's Code of Conduct, ethics, values, and standpoint with regard to internal and external actors.  

Qualifications 

• Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Social Sciences, Business Administration and/or in a relevant field of study. 
• Preferably has a Master’s degree. 
• Prior Grant Management training/experience. 

Experience  

• Minimum of five (5) years of managerial experience in a non-profit organization or equivalent experience, training, and education.  
• Extensive experience in the administrative and financial management of overseas programs at the management level.  
• Extensive experience in working with computerized accounting systems.  
• Comprehensive knowledge and working experience with BMGF, USAID, World Bank, EU, DfID and other donors preferred.
• Experience in developing and managing procurement and logistical procedures and policies.  

OTHER ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS  

Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse  

• Actively promote PSEA (Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse) standards within Project HOPE and among beneficiaries served by Project HOPE.  

Compliance & Ethics  

• Promote and encourage a culture of compliance and ethics throughout Project HOPE.  
• As applicable to the position, maintain a clear understanding of Project HOPE' and donor compliance and ethics standards and adhere to those standards.  
• Conduct work with the highest level of integrity.  

Competency  

• Strong writing and presentation skills. 
• Proven capabilities in leadership.  
• Strong negotiation, interpersonal and organization skills.  
• Ability to read, writes, analyze, and interpret, technical and non-technical in the English language.  
• Ability to effectively present information and respond appropriately to questions from senior managers in the field and HQ, counterparts, senior government officials.

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• The Gender and Community Relations Advisor will be responsible for implementing RMNCAH+N G-ANC’s project gender strategy as well as work with other staff of the project to ensure that Project provides comprehensive sex and age-appropriate clinical post-GBV care that meets expressed needs of survivors including GBV primary prevention, male engagement, and respectful care activities where necessary across all target locations.
• The Gender and Community Relations Advisor will lead G-ANC gender work at health facilities with linkages to community gender and GBV activities and work closely with other members of the Project HOPE gender team to implement Project HOPE-Nigeria’s gender inclusive strategy and in other gender /GBV related programs.
• The Gender and Community Relations Advisor will be responsible to oversee the integration of GSI activities into the evaluation protocol, work plan as well as M&E plan and adjust activities to be responsive to GSI issues identified during the evaluation process. Also review and provide technical feedback on interview contents, evaluation results and reports to ensure quality and full compliance with donor GSI policies. 

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBIITES:

• Provide technical assistance and strategic guidance in planning and implementing donor priorities for gender equality, gender mainstreaming, gender integration, social inclusion, and GBV strategies on the RMNCAH+N program.
• Guide gender / GBV reporting processes, consolidate program reports and promote learning and knowledge sharing of best practices and lessons learned in gender programming.
• Work with MEL teams to analyse and report on indicators measuring the outcomes and impact of interventions looking at gender dynamics and gender- based violence in RMNCAH+N (G-ANC) for improved intervention quality.
• Support improved quality of gender / GBV clinical and referral services implementation, and system strengthening based on evidence- based and international best practices across implementing states and programs.
• Work with RMNCAH+N(GANC) project teams to strengthen gender / GBV components of training, job aids, gender indicators, data collection tools and reporting tools at all levels.
• Conduct periodic reviews and strengthening of program gender / GBV systems.
• Serve alongside other Gender team members as a primary GBV Point of Contact (POC) and a technical thought leader on bringing evidence-based and best practices to GBV prevention, identification, and response programming to RMNCAH+N (G-ANC) project.
• Review the RMNCAH+N (G-ANC) portfolio and identify opportunities for the integration of GBV, working closely with the GBV team members on GBV integration activities.
• Provide GBV technical review of and assistance with inputs on key technical and non-technical documents, such as gender Mapping / analyses design, implementation plans.
• Support the RMNCAH+N (G-ANC) technical team on GBV-related inputs into the annual work plan.
• Work with Gender / GBV POC to support implementation, monitor progress, and ensure compliance to strategies, programs and activities are in line with RMNCAH+N (G-ANC) mandate.
• Support and contribute to the Gender communities of practice within Project HOPE and the field.
• Serve as a point person for GBV-related queries and reporting requirements, including coordinating responses with the sector-specific technical leads on talking points, taskers, briefings, requests for information, etc.
• Provide technical assistance to RMNCAH+N (G-ANC) and local partners remotely.
• Conduct Frequent Virtual interphase through collaborative software such as Teams and share-point for task setting.
• Lead and/or collaborate with the MEL team to conduct a gender analysis at the beginning of the project, during implementation, report write up and dissemination.  

Educational and Professional Requirements:

• Advanced degree in development and gender studies, women studies, human rights, communication, public health, international health, international development, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in development of which 5-6 years working experience in the areas gender, women’s health, gender-based violence (GBV) and human rights defence.
• Senior leader with 8+ year of relevant experience, with capacity development of government offices preferred.
• Understanding of the Nigerian social and political context and developments around gender equality mainstreaming, women empowerment, and gender-based violence programming
• Strong understanding of empowerment and gender-based violence prevention and response frameworks
• Excellent diplomacy skills and a proven ability to establish and sustain interpersonal and professional relationships with government stakeholder and representatives from other key stakeholders such as NGOs, the private sector, and donors.
• Demonstrated outstanding leadership, strategic thinking, organizational, supervisory, and team-building skills.
• Ability to multi-task and proven knowledge and skills in use of Microsoft Office Suite (Word processing, Excel, and PowerPoint) is mandatory
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, presentation skills and fluency in English language
• Excellent group facilitation and communication skills; experience in multi-stakeholder consultation, and strategic planning
• Strong knowledge of gender and global development issues, preferably with understanding of USAID and BMGF approach to gender equality and gender- based violence.
• Excellent group facilitation, multi-stakeholder consultation, and strategic planning skills
• Strong writing skills, both for technical and program reports.
• Strong interpersonal skills, able to work well in cross-cultural teams and under tight deadlines.
• Good strategic and analytical thinking and ability to interpret public health and epidemiological data
• A personal commitment to gender equality and social inclusion.
• Able to undertake frequent travel

OTHER ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS 

Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse 

• Actively promote PSEA (Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse) standards within Project HOPE and among beneficiaries served by Project HOPE. 

Compliance & Ethics 

• Promote and encourage a culture of compliance and ethics throughout Project HOPE. 
• As applicable to the position, maintain a clear understanding of Project HOPE' and donor compliance and ethics standards and adhere to those standards. 
• Conduct work with the highest level of integrity. 

Competency 

• Strong writing and presentation skills. 
• Proven capabilities in leadership. 
• Strong negotiation, interpersonal and organization skills. 
• Ability to read, writes, analyze, and interpret, technical and non-technical in the English language.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond appropriately to questions from senior managers in the field and HQ, counterparts, senior government and rebel leaders and other related regional players. 

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• The Gender Officer will work with the Gender and Community Relations Advisor as well as work with other staff of the project to ensure that Project provides comprehensive sex and age-appropriate clinical post-GBV care that meets expressed needs of survivors including GBV primary prevention, male engagement, and respectful care activities where necessary across all target locations.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBIITES:

• Guide gender / GBV reporting processes, consolidate program reports and promote learning and knowledge sharing of best practices and lessons learned in gender programming.
• Work with MEL teams to analyse, and report on indicators measuring the outcomes and impact of interventions looking at gender dynamics and gender- based violence in RMNCAH+N (G-ANC) for improved intervention quality.
• Support improved quality of gender / GBV clinical and referral services implementation, and system strengthening based on evidence- based and international best practices across implementing states and programs.
• Conduct periodic reviews and strengthening of program gender / GBV systems.
• Serve alongside other team members as a primary GBV Point of Contact (POC) on bringing evidence-based and best practices to GBV prevention, identification, and response programming to RMNCAH+N (G-ANC) project.
• Provide GBV technical review of and assistance with inputs on key technical and non-technical documents, such as gender Mapping / analyses design implementation plans.
• Support the RMNCAH+N (G-ANC) technical team on GBV-related inputs into the annual work plan.
• Support and contribute to the Gender communities of practice within Project HOPE and the field.
• Provide technical assistance to RMNCAH+N (G-ANC) and local partners remotely.
• Conduct Frequent Virtual interphase through collaborative software such as Teams and share-point for task setting.
• Other related duties as assigned. 

Educational and Professional Experience Requirements:

• Advanced degree in development and gender studies, women studies, human rights, communication, public health, international health, international development, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in development of which 3-5 years working experience in the areas gender, women’s health, gender-based violence (GBV) and human rights defence.

• Understanding of the Nigerian social and political context and developments around gender equality mainstreaming, women empowerment, and gender-based violence programming.
• Strong understanding of empowerment and gender-based violence prevention and response frameworks.
• Excellent diplomacy skills and a proven ability to establish and sustain interpersonal and professional relationships with government stakeholder and representatives from other key stakeholders such as NGOs, the private sector, and donors.
• Demonstrated outstanding leadership, strategic thinking, organizational, supervisory, and team-building skills.
• Ability to multi-task and proven knowledge and skills in use of Microsoft Office Suite (Word processing, Excel, and PowerPoint) is mandatory.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, presentation skills and fluency in English language.
• Excellent group facilitation and communication skills; experience in multi-stakeholder consultation, and strategic planning.
• Strong knowledge of gender and global development issues, preferably with understanding of USAID and BMGF approach to gender equality and gender- based violence.
• Excellent group facilitation, multi-stakeholder consultation, and strategic planning skills
• Strong writing skills, both for technical and program reports.
• Strong interpersonal skills, able to work well in cross-cultural teams and under tight deadlines.
• Good strategic and analytical thinking and ability to interpret public health and epidemiological data.
• A personal commitment to gender equality and social inclusion.
• Able to undertake frequent travel.

OTHER ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS 

Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse 

• Actively promote PSEA (Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse) standards within Project HOPE and among beneficiaries served by Project HOPE. 

Compliance & Ethics 

• Promote and encourage a culture of compliance and ethics throughout Project HOPE. 
• As applicable to the position, maintain a clear understanding of Project HOPE' and donor compliance and ethics standards and adhere to those standards. 
• Conduct work with the highest level of integrity 

Competency 

• Strong writing and presentation skills. 
• Proven capabilities in leadership. 
• Strong negotiation, interpersonal and organization skills. 
• Ability to read, writes, analyze, and interpret, technical and non-technical in the English language. 
• Ability to effectively present information and respond appropriately to questions from senior managers in the field and HQ, counterparts, senior government and rebel leaders and other related regional players. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Project HOPE employees work in the global health field and may be required to travel or work in countries where working conditions are classified as “hardship”. 
• Travel for extended periods by air and other modes of transportation. 
• Must be mobile in an office environment and able to use standard office equipment and must be able to communicate in verbal and written form. 
• Typical office environment with exposure to a minimal noise level. 

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Position Summary:

• The primary responsibility of the Senior Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Advisor is to support better performance and greater accountability by implementing evidence-based program/project management at the field level, in order to guide and improve performance.
• Specifically, the Senior MEL Advisor sets up of effective monitoring systems to collect basic information about activities in the initial phase of emergency response; supports the design and implementation of sustainable monitoring and evaluation systems in coordination with relevant government agencies and headquarter-based M&E staff in line with Project HOPE’s MEL standards.  
• S/he analyzes, interprets and communicates information in a way that promotes informed decision-making for on-going and future programmatic activity. S/he supports establishing and maintains effective feedback mechanisms for decision making, to the Niger State Group Antenatal Care Deployment under the TA Connect/Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation Program.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

•  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty with satisfactory results with or without reasonable accommodation. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Policies, Guidelines, and Procedures

• Mainstream the Global MEL Guidelines across all related MEL activities at the field level and ensure the guidance notes for monitoring, evaluation, and accountability are functional at the field level.
• Map and detail the navigation, selection, application, and adaption of existing guidelines, tools, and templates at the relevant stages of the project cycle.
• Develop guidance and standards methodologies for the collection and analysis of data to allow for comparison and aggregation across time and the different projects.
• Actively promote Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) standards within Project HOPE and amongst its beneficiaries.
• Contribute to the creation of a positive image and overall credibility of the organization, notably through the application of the Code of Conduct, ethics, values, and standpoint with regards to internal and external actors.

Project Design and Planning

• Design and coordinate needs assessment and situation analysis through various approaches (e.g. direct data collection, secondary sources, problem tree analysis, SWOT analysis) and ensure that needs assessment and project design are linked.
• Support to program and MEL team with developing the results framework, theory of change, log frame and MEL plan including indicators for existing and new projects.
• Identify the budget/resources needed for MEL activities of projects.
• Represent the organization in the MEL and Assessment Working Groups promoting a positive image

 MEL System

• In coordination with the Field Team and MEL Focal Points, establish a reliable participatory MEL framework for the Mission to ensure quality.
• Design full MEL procedures and operating plans within the Mission and develop harmonized data collection tools involving the different stakeholders (project team, partners).
• Ensure that accountability to affected populations (AAP) data is collected routinely throughout the project cycle, enabling evidence-based programming and corrective action.
• Develop data gathering strategies and harmonize data collection, analysis, and reporting flows for projects in country.
• Collaborate with the Project’s information, communications, and telecommunications (ICT) section to develop and maintain the MEL technology system, including updating, troubleshooting, and promptly addressing all problems as they arise.
• Conduct regular site visits or when required to monitor service provision and ensure data quality.

Data Quality Management

• Develop strategies for assessing the quality of collected data for the indicators and manage tools and methods for assessing data quality for all indicators.
• Organize the planning for project data quality audits and monitor and coordinate routine data quality audits conducted in different sites, compile results at the level of a project and develop actions plans to implement corrective measure.
• Coordinate data gathering and data management of population-based surveys and surveillance activities.

Sampling

• Use proper sampling (probability and non-probability) techniques taking into account desired power, type of evaluation (e.g. single point or multiple point; baseline vs end line), the objective of the evaluation (e.g. testing for change or getting a point prevalence), and budget limitations.
• Ensure adherence to prescribed methodologies of sampling, data collection, and data entry.
• Facilitate, guide, and supervise external consultant (if applicable) in conducting needs assessment, surveys, evaluations, and contextual analysis. Review the methodology, sampling approach and other important details proposed by the expert/consultant.
• Lead the development of sampling frame, calculate the sample size, and draw samples for population-based surveys.

Qualitative and Quantitative Techniques

• Structured interviews, key informant interviews, in-depth interviews, group discussions, focus group discussions and direct observations as an M&E tool.
• Conduct trainings on quantitative and qualitative techniques for data collection for MEL, program, and interviewers.
• Develop and use different qualitative and quantitate methods of data collection including structured/ semi-structured.
• Prepare tabulation plan and perform quantitative data analysis.
• Perform qualitative textual analysis, develop topical outlines (coding) and support the team in narrating the findings.
• Keep the social dynamics, manage errors/bias and strategy to minimize them and to ensure the data collected is representative of populations without power (avoiding over dependence on community leaders, local authorities, and/or government authorities as primary sources for defining communities' needs and preferences).
• Develop Terms of Reference (ToR) outlining the objectives, methodology, sampling approach and other necessary details for the study to be conducted internally or by a consultant and oversee the logistics of data collection and data management and ensure adequate resources are available.
• Design questionnaires for monitoring purposes and apply the different interview techniques (structured/semi-structured).

Mobile and Manual Data Collection

• Determine the appropriate data collection tool based on the purpose, advantages and disadvantages of mobile data collection techniques.
• Design simple and complex questionnaire using XLS or form builder (Kobo form builder, ONA form builder, etc.).
• Support in installing and configuring mobile data collection tools (OKD collect, Kobo collect, ONA collect, etc.) on smart phones or tablets and manage data on mobile servers (Kobo form builder, ONA form builder, etc.).
• Increase capacity of other staff in developing XLS form and setting up mobile data collection.
• Conduct regular site visits or when required to monitor and assist partners in the data collection process to ensure data quality.

Data Analysis and Use of Statistical Software

• Develop guidance and standards methodologies for the collection and analysis of data to allow for comparison and aggregation across time and the different projects.
• Support MEAL and the project/program team on conducting statistical analysis including descriptive (univariate and bivariate data analysis) and inferential analysis using statistical software.
• Support the qualitative analysis and develop topical outlines (coding).
• Analyze data and develop spatial data models and maps.
• Triangulate findings from several qualitative and quantitative sources.
• Interpret statistical data for use in decision-making and synthesize quantitative and qualitative information for write-up/reports and decision making.

Evaluation Design

• Develop TOR for internal and external baseline survey, mid-term evaluations, final evaluations and frame the different types of study questions such as barrier analysis, market analysis, Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices Surveys (KAP).
• Make a comprehensive situation analysis to inform an evaluation.
• Identify the needed resources for evaluation, such as information, expertise, personnel, instruments, and budget.
• Manage the administrative and logistic process of evaluations involving external evaluators.
• Train and supervise data gathering of internal performance evaluation and design and synthesize the findings from participative evaluation techniques (actively involving affected communities in the evaluation exercises).

Information Presentation

• Write full narrative reports (needs assessments, internal reviews, progress reports) and executive summaries.
• Present information and ‘tell the story of’ the project to multiple audiences and decision makers based on the findings from the analysis and monitoring.
• Verify reports' accuracy and presentation of information, including the use of appropriate graphs and tables.
• Presents AAP data in simplified yet informative formats, depicting disaggregated community perceptions on quality of humanitarian actions and accountability commitments.

Management and Leadership

• Support in identifying the human resources needs in MEL.
• Provide technical supervision and coordination of the MEL Officer activities.
• Create and sustain a work environment of mutual respect where team members strive to achieve excellence.

Capacity Development and Training

• Identify the gaps in staff knowledge of MEL concepts and skills and provide trainings in these topics.
• Provide coaching/mentoring of staff and on-the-job training to improve skills of the staff in MEL.
• Deliver intermediate-level training to the MEL team and conduct a training on qualitative techniques for data collection.

Knowledge Management and Learning

• Develop KML mechanisms and processes for response while ensuring these mechanisms are in line with Project HOPE’s guidelines.
• Establish basic learning systems that incorporate response studies’ findings, lessons learnt, achievements and gaps, and develop all the tools required to support learning practices.
• Organize internal reviews and lessons learned workshops and present practical recommendations.
• Ensure after-action reviews and lessons learned exercises, including data collected through Community-Based Feedback and Response Mechanism (CBFRM) and other participative forms of community engagement and feedback collection.

Feedback and Response Mechanism

• Provide technical support to the team on establishing and maintaining effective feedback mechanisms for decision making, fully in line with commitments regarding accountability to affected populations (AAP).
• Lead the implementation of methodologies to consult communities on their preferences based on the operational context.

Conflict Sensitivity

• Support the implementation of the Conflict Sensitivity approach across the response activities.
• Monitor and report on Project HOPE’s adherence to Do No Harm and the conflict sensitivity (Safe and Effective Humanitarian Response) approach at the field level.

Educational and Professional Experience Requirements:

• Master's-level or a higher degree in social sciences, public health, statistics, or international development, with experience or background in M&E, epidemiology, public health, and health information management.
• Minimum of five (5) years of applied experience with a humanitarian organization in designing, implementing, and overseeing monitoring and evaluation tasks.
• Demonstrated experience in managing teams and building staff capacity within complex programing.
• Experience with M&E approaches for key donors such as CDC, OFDA, ECHO, EU, DfID, UN and USAID.
• Experience in database design and other tools for information management like DHIS2.
• Experience in use of qualitative and quantitative software for data analysis.
• Experience with mobile data collection platform.

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• The MEL Associate is responsible for coordinating monitoring, evaluation, and reporting activities under the award. 

Responsibilities:

• Monitors the progress of RMNCH, G-ANC activities; develops charts and prepares periodic and ad hoc reports
• Work closely with colleagues in collation of RMNCH, G-ANC and malaria related reports 
• Provide continuous targeted mentorship to facility and community health care providers on correct use and proper documentation of standard national data capture and reporting tools
• Provide technical support to health facilities in ensuring that data are accurately captured, analyzed on monthly basis, used for decision making and reported to the LGA according to set guidelines.
• Conduct quarterly DQA in selected health facilities in collaboration with the LGA focal persons and LGA MNCH officer.
• Support LGA and LGA RMNCH officer in ensuring that data from health facilities are accurately collated and reported according to set guidelines.
• Provides technical oversight for the implementation of RMNCH -related activities.
• Ensures the smooth and efficient day-to-day operation of RMNCH and data collection activities.
• Prepare clearly written technical and analytical reports and document best practices and share lessons learned from implementation RMNCH activities.
• Perform data review, entry, and cleaning in the management of quantitative and qualitative data sets.
• Perform data analysis to provide technical support to Community Health Influencers and LGA supervisors in their delivery of clean data.
• Contribute to the preparation of Tables, charts and figures for internal program guidance and external publications.
• Support the Senior MEL Advisor in program monitoring and evaluation tasks (data management and result reporting).
• Carry out other tasks to support the Project HOPE Nigeria Monitoring and Evaluation system and other project efforts.
• Any other duty assigned.

Educational Requirements:

• A Master’s Degree or higher in Public Health, Social Sciences, or other relevant discipline.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE/REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 5 years working on monitoring and evaluation of public health programs.

OTHER ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS  

Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse  

• Actively promote PSEA (Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse) standards within Project HOPE and among beneficiaries served by Project HOPE. 

Compliance & Ethics  

• Promote and encourage a culture of compliance and ethics throughout Project HOPE.  
• As applicable to the position, maintain a clear understanding of Project HOPE' and donor compliance and ethics standards and adhere to those standards.  
• Conduct work with the highest level of integrity.  

Competency  

• Strong writing and presentation skills.  
• Proven capabilities in leadership.  
• Strong negotiation, interpersonal and organization skills.  
• Ability to read, writes, analyze, and interpret, technical and non-technical in the English language.  
• Ability to effectively present information and respond appropriately to questions from senior managers in the field and HQ, counterparts, senior government and rebel leaders and other related regional players. 

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• The primary role of the MNCH Advisor is to provide technical leadership and assistance to the Niger State Group Antenatal Care Deployment under the TA Connect/Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation Program.
• The Senior Technical Advisor reports to the Project Director. S/he will lead Project HOPE’s technical team for better planning, financing, delivering and monitoring high quality services to the Niger State Group Antenatal Care Deployment under the TA Connect/Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation Program.  
• S/he will be responsible for designing and implementing operational plans and leading program activities. S/he will provide technical leadership on all aspects of improving the quality of RMNCH services by supporting the government’s strategic goal of increasing ANC coverage to 80% by 2022 in the targeted LGAs in Niger state and generate an evidence-base to support other states to adopt G-ANC.
• S/he will develop strategies for resource mobilization. S/he will lead the technical team to produce quarterly, semi-annual and annual quantitative and narrative reports, including relevant information on lessons learnt, challenges encountered and opportunities identified for improvement.

Educational and Professional Experience Requirements:

• Master’s Degree in Public Health, Statistics, Social Sciences, Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Health Informatics or a health-related field is required
• Senior leader with 10+ year of relevant experience, with capacity development of government offices preferred.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the social welfare context and health system in Nigeria, and preferably in the Lagos State.
• Successful experience in implementing RMNCH projects and familiarity with USAID programs preferred; 
• Demonstrated results with capacity building/training and implementing training programs and workshops in Monitoring, Evaluation and Research; familiarity with DHIS is an advantage
• Familiarity with the Nigerian Health system including government planning and budgeting processes at Federal and state levels
• Strong skills in negotiating with and engaging Ministry of Health officials at all levels of the health system.
• Experienced in the development of SOPs, job aids and guidelines 
• Demonstrated computer skills in Epi Info, SPSS, GIS and Microsoft Office Suite applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook and advanced skills in the use of analytical tools
• Demonstrated experience and understanding of RMNCH Indicators
• Contribute to the use of information management tools such as dashboards to support decision makers at the local government and state levels to make better use of data. 
• Experience working with private sector actors involved in health services delivery
• Fluency in English

OTHER ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS 

Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse 

• Actively promote PSEA (Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse) standards within Project HOPE and among beneficiaries served by Project HOPE 

Compliance & Ethics 

• Promote and encourage a culture of compliance and ethics throughout Project HOPE. 
• As applicable to the position, maintain a clear understanding of Project HOPE' and donor compliance and ethics standards and adhere to those standards. 
• Conduct work with the highest level of integrity 

Competency 

• Strong writing and presentation skills 
• Proven capabilities in leadership 
• Strong negotiation, interpersonal and organization skills 
• Ability to read, writes, analyze and interpret, technical and non-technical in the English language 
• Ability to effectively present information and respond appropriately to questions from senior managers in the field and HQ, counterparts, senior government and rebel leaders and other related regional players 

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ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES  

Human Resources Management

• Work with the Senior Program Officer on all HR related issues.
• Coordinate proper documentation of staff personnel files inclusive of contracts, leave records and other paperwork required for employment in local context.  
• Collaborate with Program/Technical staff to ensure that appropriate care and training are being conducted and to offer support to field staff. 
• Maintain open lines of communications with all field staff. 
• Assist with recruitment, retention (leave administration, contract renewal, etc.), promotion and departure of staff; ensure all personnel files and HR related files are maintained and updated to include all information. 
• Follow established Human Resources practices and policies in accordance with the Organization’s regulations and procedures. 

Administration

• Ensures and follow-up all maintenance and/or repair needs on properties like; Office furniture, Office equipment, Machineries, Electric line & bulbs, Telephone line and apparatuses…etc.) to ensure all operations are in working order. 
• Ensure regularly the functionality of fire extinguisher, first aid kits, electric, water and telephone systems. 
• Ensure availability of sufficient office supplies for office use.
• Ensure staffs are provided clear guidance to them based on the Policy and Procedures. 
• Ensure proper vendor management and/or communication (Eg. Rental companies, Taxi, Security and Cleaning services.. etc).
• Review all payment requests for, vehicle rent, taxi service, security and cleaning services t, suppliers, etc. and make sure bills are timely settled.
• Ensures the office generator is regularly maintained and makes follow up on generator fuel refilling & reserve fuel is available for generator all the time and ensures the efficiency of the office generator.
• Providing general administration support to operations section.

Logistics

• Develop and implement logistics and transportation procedures in conjunction with the Senior Program Officer and Finance Manager. 
• Arrange taxi for visitors and staff. 
• Support staff with logistics requirements for trainings, courses and workshops and other program needs. 
• Oversee proper management of office consumables.
• Approve Goods Receiving Note and Store Requisition. 
• Expedite temporary storage facilitation when the need arises.  
• Maintain an information system that provides accountability for inventory management, replacement, distribution and complies with donor and organizational requirements. 
• Facilitating annual inventor for fixed asset and stock items and working closely with the regional and seconded staff on the fixed asset status.
• Work with Senior Program Officer ensure security operations and systems are implemented and followed. 
• Assist in the selection of vehicles for long and short term rental contracts and work as a procurement committee member. 
• Comply with operational procedures in all activities, including procurement and security guidelines.
• Responsible for preparing monthly activity, fuel consumption & expenditure report of field rental vehicles and presenting these to supervisor every month.
• Ensure that log sheets for field rental vehicles are strictly recorded and properly signed and submitted to the logistics unit each month and properly documented.
• Develop and maintain an up-to-date electronic register of fleet tracking for field rental vehicles. 
• Produces vehicle utilization report on monthly, quarterly, and annual basis. 
• Ensures that all field rental vehicles are clean, regularly serviced and maintained as per schedules. 
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor

Security

• Serve as the security focal person on the project.
• Adhere to all security instructions provided.
• Brief staff on security situations as necessary.

Working Relationships  

• Maintain frequent communication with Program Director and all Program Staff to ensure HR and administrative activities and objectives are communicated. 
• Work with direct line manager, senior management, and field teams to ensure the coordination of programs are within budgeted targets.  

Qualifications  

• Degree in Social Sciences, Business Administration and/or in a relevant field of study. 
• Prior HR training/experience. 

Experience  

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a non-profit organization or equivalent experience, training, and education.  
• Extensive experience in the administrative and financial management of overseas programs at the management level.  
• Extensive experience in working with computerized accounting systems.  
• Comprehensive knowledge and working experience with BMGF, USAID, World Bank, EU, DfID and other donors preferred.
• Experience in developing and managing procurement and logistical procedures and policies. 

OTHER ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS  

Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse  

• Actively promote PSEA (Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse) standards within Project HOPE and among beneficiaries served by Project HOPE.  

Compliance & Ethics  

• Promote and encourage a culture of compliance and ethics throughout Project HOPE.  
• As applicable to the position, maintain a clear understanding of Project HOPE' and donor compliance and ethics standards and adhere to those standards.  
• Conduct work with the highest level of integrity.  

Competency  

• Strong writing and presentation skills.  
• Strong negotiation, interpersonal and organization skills.  
• Ability to read, writes, analyze, and interpret, technical and non-technical in the English language.  
• Ability to effectively present information and respond appropriately to questions from senior managers in the field and HQ, counterparts, senior government and rebel leaders and other related regional players. 

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Technical Officer:

• Under the supervision of the MNCH Advisor, the Technical Officer will support state governments at LGA and Community levels to improve access to RMNCH services by providing technical expertise on G-ANC model implementation, malaria IPTp, and other RMNCH priorities.
• They will also lead systems strengthening activities and will ensure that all project activities support the capacity building of local government stakeholders and systems.
• They will provide technical oversight to the LGA MCH coordinators in their catchment LGAs to ensure the effective implementation of the G-ANC program.

Responsibilities:

• Provide technical and programmatic support to implement high quality reproductive, maternal, newborn and child health activities in collaboration with appropriate Niger state stakeholders.
• Support the planning, design, implementation, monitoring and documentation of best practices in delivering high impact RMNCH, G-ANC and Malaria interventions in Niger state.
• Provide technical support for planning and implementation of immunization services for in the targeted health facilities/LGs.
• Support the Niger MOH/SPHCDA and LGAs to plan, implement, harmonize, and scale up RMNCH, G-ANC and malaria interventions across the state. 
• Support State Senior Technical officer and Program manager in identifying and addressing barriers to implementing RMNCH and G-ANC interventions in Niger State.
• Support the implementation of facility and community-based activities including strengthening referrals and linkages by mentoring community-based organizations and support groups to strengthen linkages to services.
• Support demand generation for RMNCH service at Project HOPE supported facilities
• Assist the State Senior Technical Officer in providing support to sites in the state, including interacting with site focal points, other Implementing Agencies, and local research groups on needs.
• Supporting the conduct of routine monitoring visits to project sites, including the implementation of Quality Improvement/Assurance strategies and provide supportive supervision, post training follow-up and on the job training mentorship of trained health workers and community health influencers.
• Collaborate with SMOH/SPHCDA to build capacity and provide mentorship to state program officers, frontline health workers, on RMNCH, G-ANC and Malaria.
• Contribute to the preparation of timely and quality monthly, quarterly/annual progress reports.
• Support the development annual work plans, provide inputs to budgets, presentations, research protocol, success stories, terms of reference and other programme deliverables.
• Remain informed on current programs in the field of RMNCH and related developments by reviewing current literature and staying alert to any implication of such experience and research to the project implementation.
• Participate in meetings, consultations, technical working groups, and negotiations related to immunization technical assistance within the state. 
• Conduct social mobilization and advocacy campaign to ensure utilization of vaccines at targeted health facilities. 
• Conduct regular data review and analysis of immunization data (trend analysis, pre- and post-intervention, and routine program) for reporting and improving program design and monitoring.
• Support Supervisors state stakeholders to design BCC IEC materials and job aids for health workers
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Educational Requirements:

• A Master’s Degree or higher in Public Health, Social Sciences, or other relevant discipline.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE/REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 5 years working on RMNCH projects or related programs.

OTHER ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS  

Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse  

• Actively promote PSEA (Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse) standards within Project HOPE and among beneficiaries served by Project HOPE.  

Compliance & Ethics  

• Promote and encourage a culture of compliance and ethics throughout Project HOPE.  
• As applicable to the position, maintain a clear understanding of Project HOPE' and donor compliance and ethics standards and adhere to those standards.  
• Conduct work with the highest level of integrity.  

Competency  

• Strong writing and presentation skills. 
• Proven capabilities in leadership.  
• Strong negotiation, interpersonal and organization skills.  
• Ability to read, writes, analyze, and interpret, technical and non-technical in the English language.  
• Ability to effectively present information and respond appropriately to questions from senior managers in the field and HQ, counterparts, senior government and rebel leaders and other related regional players.