FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in health, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, civil society, gender, youth, research and technology - creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 70 countries and all U.S. states and territories.
We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of:
Job Title: Associate Director, Program Support
Job ID: 17452 Location: Abuja
Job Description
The Strengthening Integrated Delivery of HIV/AIDS Services (SIDHAS) project is a five-year PEPFAR program to provide high quality HIV/AIDS services, and to build the capacity of the public and private sectors in Nigeria in order to provide these services in a sustainable manner.
The SIDHAS project is funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID).
Job Summary / Responsibilities
As a member of the Program Management Team, the position holder will work with the Director of Programs to provide oversight, coordination, monitoring and reporting of all FHI360 Nigeria activities in the state offices.
Duties and Responsibilities
Provide management support to State Offices focusing on work plans, sub agreement amendments, periodic fund requests, review of MFRs/SFRs, and reporting
Develop and oversee execution of systems for initiation, implementation, monitoring, amendment and close out of all SIDHAS IAs’ sub agreements
Ensure that FHI360 delivers on all its promises to donors and other stakeholders (achieve set targets, deliver quality services)
Monitor and enforce compliance with donor and FHI policies by both state offices and IAs
Lead the development, testing, application and evaluation of PM tools
Manage the design of sub grant activities as directed including the preparation of budgets, implementation schedules, modifications, AOTR requests and evaluation criteria.
Ensure appropriate monitoring of sub grants to achieve financial, administrative, and programmatic goals.
Guide and support the state offices in establishing sound management systems to ensure cohesive implementation of project activities.
Contribute to the development and maintenance of systems that effectively respond to USAID/Nigeria requirements regarding implementation procedures, reporting and evaluation.
Coordinate capacity development efforts in support of state offices and implementing agency staff and other partners.
Ensure availability of technical resources and integrate their efforts into overall program.
Assist in identifying, analyzing and disseminating best practices in the project through the identification of project learning sites and technical support to the national government.
Liaise with multiple stakeholders and collaborators to share information, coordinate activities and avoid duplication in the implementation of the programs.
Remain informed on the current programs in the HIV/AIDS, TB and malaria fields by review of current literature and is alert to any implication of such strategic information for project activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
BS/MD/PHD or similar degree with 5-7 years relevant experience with international development programs which includes 5 years of relevant supervisory experience.
or MS/MA in social science, public health or related field, MPH preferred, and a minimum of 7-9 years relevant experience with international development programs which includes 5 years relevant supervisory experience.
Or BS/BA in Social Science, Public Health or related field, with a minimum of 9-11 years relevant experience with international development programs which includes 5 years of relevant supervisory experience.
Familiarity with Nigerian public sector health systems, international donor organizations, NGOs and CBOs is required.
Demonstrated success in multicultural environments is required.