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Job Title: Program and Data Management Consultant on the DMPA-SC Access Collaborative, Nigeria
Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Position Type: Full time
Company/Division: JSI R & T/International
Project Background
The Subcutaneous DMPA Access Collaborative (the Access Collaborative) project is led by PATH and JSI and currently in its second phase. Subcutaneous DMPA (DMPA-SC) is an innovative subcutaneous injectable contraceptive that is currently being introduced in many countries, with a focus on increasing women’s access to safe, effective contraception within a context of contraceptive method mix and informed choice.
The Access Collaborative works with country stakeholders and facilitates coordination of DMPA-SC introduction and scale-up planning in several countries in sub-Saharan Africa, including Nigeria.
Context
The Federal Republic of Nigeria has developed a DMPA-SC Accelerated Introduction and Scale up Plan 2018 – 2022. The goal of the plan is to Accelerate Nigeria’s progress towards achieving its CPR goals by 2030 by the systematic introduction and progressive national scale up of DMPA-SC
To ensure successful DMPA-SC scale up and implementation of this plan, the Access Collaborative has been supporting partner coordination, routine monitoring of progress and identification of gaps and challenges. In Nigeria, the DMPA-SC Access Collaborative Coordinator is working with key stakeholders to provide this facilitation and coordination support, complementing efforts by other key partners.
The program and data management consultant will be a highly motivated individual and will work with the John Snow Inc team to provide support to the Access Collaborative in Nigeria. He/she will work in close collaboration with and provide technical support to the Access Collaborative Country Coordinator and team in Nigeria.
Key Activities
Work with MLE team to set up quality data management systems for the routine collection and management of DMPA-SC related data
Routinely collect, manage and ensure quality assurance of data that includes the subnational DMPA-SC/SI data, partner training information, and private sector DMPA-SC/SI data.
Update Access Collaborative monthly reporting systems (i.e., AC dashboard) with input from other AC team members (as needed)
Routinely manage and update partner mapping of DMPA-SC related investments
Update Access Collaborative weekly and monthly reporting systems
Attend all statutory government meetings and with the Access Collaborative partners as assigned by the team.
Develop agenda and support follow up of key partner meetings to ensure they are action oriented
Draft materials (PPTs, speeches, briefings, agenda) to support role of MOH in convening and coordinating DMPA-SC introduction plan implementation
Support and coordinate planning for activities and programs
Support ad hoc priority needs as defined by the country coordinator.
The program and data management consultant will work with the Country Coordinator& Technical advisor and be supervised by the In-country Lead for Nigeria.
He/she will work closely with the MOH and other key partners.
Required Skills and Experience
Strong skills in data management and data quality
Working knowledge of the country-level family planning environment, partners, and programs, especially relevant Ministry of Health and other government agencies and officials responsible for family planning activities and strategies.
Basic understanding of the range of public and private delivery channels for contraceptive products and services, including public sector facilities, community-based delivery mechanisms/programs, non-governmental (NGOs) structures, and private delivery mechanisms (social marketing, pharmacies, drug shops).
Conversant with and able to identify/obtain data and information relevant to the introduction planning,
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Proven ability to prioritize and anticipate and meet deadlines
Proficiency in the MS Office package, especially Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
Proficiency in English
Proven ability to work independently as well as in a team-based environment
Remuneration
JSI offers competitive salary and benefits.
Application Closing Date
18th February, 2023.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their CV and Cover Letter in English and a list of three referees with contact details to: [email protected] with the subject line being the Job Title e.g. "Program and Data Management Consultant, JSIDMPA-SC Project".