ICT4D Training and Technology Administrators (TTAs), SMC Digitization in FCT at Malaria Consortium

Malaria Consortium (MC) is one of the world's leading non-profit organizations dedicated to the comprehensive control of malaria and other communicable diseases in Africa and Southeast Asia. Malaria Consortium works with communities, government and non-government agencies, academic institutions, and local and international organizations, to ensure empirical evidence supports the delivery of effective services, providing technical support for monitoring and evaluation of programmes and activities for evidence-based decision-making and strategic planning. Beyond improving the health of individuals, Malaria Consortium supports and builds the capacity and resilience of National and sub-national health systems.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: ICT4D Training and Technology Administrators (TTAs), SMC Digitization in FCT

Location: Abuja (FCT)
Duration: October -November 2023.

Job Description

• We are requires qualified ICT4D Training and Technology Administrators who will support the SMC campaign Digitization in the FCT.
• The ICT4D Training and Technology Administrators (TTAs) is needed to support the digitization of the SMC campaign processes in line with the expectations of the donor. The assignment will employ in-person and on-site strategy in its delivery.

Purpose/Scope of Assignment

• The ICT4D TTAs will train, build the capacity and provide technical support to Health Facility Workers (HFWs) and Community Drug Distributors (CDD) Teams on the use of technology for SMC implementation in Cycle 5.
• Additionally, the consultant will be responsible for monitoring and providing supportive supervision and oversight to them on SMC technology-related issues under the direct supervision of the ICT4D Cluster Supervisor, with technical oversight from the State Senior M&E Officer. The specific tasks and deliverables to be carried out by the ICT4D TTAs will include:
  • Training
  • Technical Support
  • ICT4D Equipment Management

Expected Output/deliverables

• ICT4D trainings conducted at HF and CDD levels (Training report and e-attendance)
• All available Bring-Your-Own Devices (BYODs) provisioned before commencement of drug administration (Server Sync log)
• End-of-Cycle Report
• Approved Activity timesheet
• Duly signed TTA clearance form

Qualification and Experience

• B.Sc / HND in Computer Sciences, Information Technology, Medical Sciences, and related disciplines.
• Previous experience in using digital data collection tools and mobile devices for health interventions, campaigns or any other related project.
• Previous experience managing technology use for health campaigns
• Possess good facilitation skills with monitoring and supervision verifiable experience.
• Excellent knowledge of computer software – MS Office packages (highly proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel and Word).
• Knowledge of local language is essential
• Must possess a compatible mobile Android device and a functional laptop computer.

Core Competencies:

• Possess good facilitation skill, with monitoring and supervision verifiable experience.
• Pays attention to detail and follow instructions to achieve set goals and targets.
• Able to meet targets and deadlines while working under stressful conditions.
• Demonstrate self-control, safeguarding, data protection ethics and integrity.
• Possess excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficient in English Language
• Ability to speak the local language in state of residence would be an added advantage.

Timeline for activities/Total TA Days:

• Duration: - October- November 2023
• No of TA Days-: 12-days

Application Closing Date
7:59am Monday, 23rd October, 2023.

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

Note

• Kindly note that applicants who do not follow this specification, will be disqualified.
• Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted
• Kindly note that applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and as a result, the application process may conclude before the advertised deadline. Therefore, early applications are highly encouraged.
• Malaria Consortium does not accept or ask for payment during recruitment. We also would not accept hard copy CVs; all applications should be sent through the above link.