Job Opportunities at Project HOPE Nigeria, 6th January 2020

Project HOPE Nigeria (otherwise referred to People-to-People Health Foundation Nigeria) is a registered non-profit, non-governmental organization working in Nigeria in areas of HIV & AIDS, Tuberculosis, OVC, RMNCAH & Malaria intervention services.

We are recruiting to fill the positions below:

Job Title: Senior Laboratory Advisor (SLA) - TB LON, Global Health Location: Nigeria

Job Descriptions

• The People-to-People Health Foundation, Nigeria (PPHFN) is currently seeking several positions to support the USAID-funded Nigeria Tuberculosis Local Organization Network (TB-LON) to address the critical gaps of the comprehensive Tuberculosis (TB) program in Nigeria.
• TB-LON Nigeria will focus on locally generated solutions to provide TB prevention, screening, diagnosis, treatment and notification, while addressing stigma and discrimination.
• The TB-LON Nigeria activity will expand provision of and increase access to TB services among formal and informal health providers by engaging the private sector, umbrella and local chapters of health and allied professional organizations, faith-based institutions, communities and civil society.
• This new business model for TB will help achieve USAID / Nigeria’s development objective of a healthier, more educated population in targeted states through utilization of quality health services in target areas and population groups.

Senior Laboratory Adviser (SLA) Responsibilities

• The SLA will promote the overall coordination and implementation of TB Laboratory and diagnostic network activities in the project working in close collaboration with the National and State TB Programs.
• S / he will have the capacity to mentor and train national, state and local government laboratory staff in the management of laboratory services, laboratory data management, quality assurance and diagnostics.
• S / he will have experience in strengthening diagnostic networks including supporting elements, such as specimen transport, biosafety, supervision, mentorship and quality assurance.
• S / he will have knowledge of mycobacteriology laboratory work, solid and liquid culture and/or other TB diagnostics.
• The SLA will have working expert knowledge of laboratory and diagnostic network for TB.
• S / he will lead, develop, oversee and coordinate innovative strategies, required to strengthen and improve the efficiency of the sample referral networks in the TB LON region.

Requirements S / he will have the following qualifications and experience: Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science or a related field with a related Master’s degree or a minimum of 7 years relevant TB lab and TB control experience with a bachelor’s degree.

Professional Experience/Requirements:

• Seven (7) years of relevant TB laboratory, TB control and diagnostic network experience, at state or regional level.

Job Title: Chief of Party (CoP) - TB LON, Global Health Location: Nigeria

Job Descriptions

• The People-to-People Health Foundation, Nigeria (PPHFN) is currently seeking several positions to support the USAID-funded Nigeria Tuberculosis Local Organization Network (TB-LON) to address the critical gaps of the comprehensive Tuberculosis (TB) program in Nigeria.
• TB-LON Nigeria will focus on locally generated solutions to provide TB prevention, screening, diagnosis, treatment and notification, while addressing stigma and discrimination.
• The TB-LON Nigeria activity will expand provision of and increase access to TB services among formal and informal health providers by engaging the private sector, umbrella and local chapters of health and allied professional organizations, faith-based institutions, communities and civil society.
• This new business model for TB will help achieve USAID/Nigeria’s development objective of a healthier, more educated population in targeted states through utilization of quality health services in target areas and population groups.

Chief of Party (COP) Responsibilities

• The COP will be the principal point of contact between the Activity and USAID, and must adjust programs and operations in response to USAID / Nigeria technical and managerial direction.
• S / he 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 an 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.

Job Requirements S / he will have the following qualifications and experience: Educational Requirements:

• Medical or Master's degree in a relevant field such as Public Health, Infectious Diseases or other Health related field.

Professional Experience / Requirements:

• Ten (10) years of experience in senior program management implementing development and public health activities in Nigeria, with preference given to TB programming.
• Three (3) years of experience managing USG-funded, multilateral or bilateral programs
• with other international donor organizations.
• Fluent in English, Level IV writing / reading / speaking

Job Title: Director of Technical Programs (TD) - TB LON, Global Health Req No.: 565 Location: Nigeria

Job Descriptions

• The People-to-People Health Foundation, Nigeria (PPHFN) is currently seeking several positions to support the USAID-funded Nigeria Tuberculosis Local Organization Network (TB-LON) to address the critical gaps of the comprehensive Tuberculosis (TB) program in Nigeria.
• TB-LON Nigeria will focus on locally generated solutions to provide TB prevention, screening, diagnosis, treatment and notification, while addressing stigma and discrimination.
• The TB-LON Nigeria activity will expand provision of and increase access to TB services among formal and informal health providers by engaging the private sector, umbrella and local chapters of health and allied professional organizations, faith-based institutions, communities and civil society. This new business model for TB will help achieve USAID / Nigeria’s development objective of a healthier, more educated population in targeted states through utilization of quality health services in target areas and population groups.

Director of Technical Programs (TD) Responsibilities

• The TD will be responsible for the technical content of service delivery encompassing TB services across the continuum of clinical and community care from case finding to cure.
• S / he will provide technical expertise in high-impact TB services and their integration into established service delivery systems within the public and private sectors.
• The DTP will have experience and demonstrated understanding in working with community-led organizations.
• S / he will have excellent written and oral communication skills in English, and ability to organize work effectively.

Job Requirements S/he will have the following qualifications and experience: Educational Requirements:

• Master’s Degree in Public Health, International Development, Public Policy, Public Administration, Management, Human Resource Development or a related discipline.

Professional Experience / Requirements:

• Ten (10) years of experience in designing and managing comprehensive TB programs.

Job Title: Director, Finance and Operation (DFO) - TB LON, Global Health Req No: 566 Location: Nigeria

Job Description

• The People-to-People Health Foundation, Nigeria (PPHFN) is currently seeking several positions to support the USAID-funded Nigeria Tuberculosis Local Organization Network (TB-LON) to address the critical gaps of the comprehensive Tuberculosis (TB) program in Nigeria.
• TB-LON Nigeria will focus on locally generated solutions to provide TB prevention, screening, diagnosis, treatment and notification, while addressing stigma and discrimination.
• The TB-LON Nigeria activity will expand provision of and increase access to TB services among formal and informal health providers by engaging the private sector, umbrella and local chapters of health and allied professional organizations, faith-based institutions, communities and civil society. This new business model for TB will help achieve USAID / Nigeria’s development objective of a healthier, more educated population in targeted states through utilization of quality health services in target areas and population groups.

Director Finance and Operations (DFO) Responsibilities

• The DFO is responsible for overseeing activity operations, including but not limited to, human resources, logistics, procurement, sub-awards, and accounting / finance.
• The DFO will develop the financial capacities of all relevant staff and sub-awardees under this award.
• S / he will ensure USAID.
• The DFO must have the ability to develop and manage large budgets, with in-depth knowledge of USG Cost Accounting Standards.
• S / he must have excellent organizational, analytical, oral and written communications skills in English; supervisory skills; and ability to work well on a team.
• S / he must have experience-managing sub-awards for USG funding; and experience in building the financial management capacity of CSOs.
• The DFO will be proficient in relevant Microsoft programs including Excel, Word and PowerPoint; and the ability to use various commercially available accounting software programs.

Job Requirements S/he will have the following qualifications and experience: Educational Requirements:

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance or equivalent, and an ACA/ACCA/CPA, or other recognized professional accounting qualification.

Professional Experience/Requirements:

• Seven (7) years of experience managing finance and operations of similar programs.
• Three (3) years of experience managing finance and operations for USG-funded programs

Job Title: Director of Strategic Information (DSI) - TB LON, Global Health Req No: 567 Location: Nigeria

Director of Strategic Information (DSI) Responsibilities

• The DSI will be the lead technical expert responsible for all SI aspects of the Activity, including monitoring, evaluation, analytics, and reporting of performance and results.
• S / he will lead efforts to ensure accurate and timely performance reporting for the Activity. This includes overseeing support to community organizations to monitor, document and analyze the performance of their TB services and activities and ensure data quality.
• S / he will liaise with relevant technical advisers and counterparts responsible for state and LGA level SI functions; and will ensure monitoring and evaluation coordination with national data systems.
• The DSI will be skilled in the development and use of data/data analytics to aid program decision making, with demonstrated ability to perform robust data extraction from internal and external information systems.
• S / he will have the ability to perform complex data analytics utilizing Microsoft Excel, STATA, and/or Business Intelligence tools, making recommendations based on findings.
• S / he will be able to portray complex data sets in easy to understand formats/visualizations.
• The DSI will have a working knowledge of Nigeria’s health service information systems and M&E processes as it relates to data collection for performance-based reporting, with understanding, experience and competency in working with community-led organizations.
• S / he will have knowledge and working experience in the use of mapping and other similar tools (including computer software programs) to target program interventions and resources; and excellent written and oral communication skills in English.

Job Requirements S / he will have the following qualifications and experience: Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Monitoring & Evaluation, Demography, Biostatistics, Statistics, Analytics or a related field is required. A Master’s degree preferred.

Professional Experience/Requirements:

• Eight (8) years of experience in programs designing, establishing, and managing M&E systems, ensuring data quality, and managing data intensive, performance-based programs.
• A working knowledge of Nigeria’s health service information systems and M&E processes as it relates to data collection for performance-based reporting, with understanding, experience and competency in working with community-led organizations.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.

How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should: Click here to apply Note

• Project HOPE provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, handicap, disability, or status as a veteran.
• Project HOPE complies with all applicable laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
• Project HOPE expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, handicap, disability, or status as a veteran. Improper interference with the ability of Project HOPE employees to perform their expected job duties is not tolerated