State Program Officer at Association for Reproductive and Family Health

Reports to:  PROGRAMME MANAGER

Specific responsibilities:

• Coordinate and facilitate RH/FP service delivery (quality and systems strengthening) and other related activities in project anchor sites and respective satellite sites.
• Liaise with State RH/FP team and other relevant government representatives (LGA health team) to facilitate quality improvement/health system strengthening activities
• Facilitate review meetings, addressing gaps, etc. among FP service providers-Government & Community health workers
• Prepare and submit detailed progress reports on  project activities on monthly, quarterly, bi-annual or annual basis to the project coordinator and as necessary
• Developing innovative strategies to strengthen the effectiveness and quality of service provision in their areas of assigned responsibility
• Proactively and efficiently managing the implementation of the project activities within their states of assignment
• Ensure the prudent use of funds in the implementation of project activities as set out in  the project plan
• Participating in development, management, and review of program activities of Community health workers
• Liaise with other PHCDA, SMOH, CBOS, public and private Health facilities, FP sites/ clinics, and other states/community partners in the state
• Monitoring and evaluating the progress of initiatives in areas of responsibility.
• Mentor and Support community health workers on service delivery and data collection.
• Participate actively in any other duties assigned by the Programme Manager.

Qualifications:

Applicants must hold a degree in medicine, be a Registered Nurse (RN), Registered Midwife (RM) with a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing Science, or related field. Possession of a master’s degree in Public Health or Social work will be an added advantage. The applicant is expected to have a minimum of 6 years’ experience on a donor-funded family planning project in Nigeria with good knowledge of national health programs, health system, NGOs, and collaborative relationship and liaison with stakeholders at all levels. Must possess hands-on experience in Family Planning Service Delivery. Excellent writing and oral communication skills, with proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Powerpoint