Deputy Project Director at Association for Reproductive and Family Health (ARFH)

Association for Reproductive and Family Health (ARFH) is one of the leading Nigerian Non-Governmental Organizations implementing programs of improving Sexual and Reproductive Health, Care and Treatment of HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria, etc. We offer professional opportunities for career advancement, good working environment and competitive remuneration.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Deputy Project Director

Location: Abuja
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• We seek applications from qualified persons for the following position in an anticipated USCDC- funded Key Populations and Adolescent and Young Persons’ project: Expansion of Community HIV Response in Nigeria through Civil Society Organizations in some selected states in Nigeria . We offer professional opportunities for career advancement, good working environment and competitive remuneration.
• We seek applications from qualified persons for the position of Deputy Project Director in an anticipated USCDC- funded Key Populations and Adolescent and Young Persons’ project: Expansion of Community HIV Response in Nigeria through Civil Society Organizations in some selected states in Nigeria 
• The candidate will be based in Abuja with oversight functions on  selected states and report to the Project Director.

Specific Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for the planning, implementation,monitoring and evaluation of the project.
• Provide leadership and supportive supervision for State Team Leads in the provision of comprehensive HIV services to AYPs and KPs.
• Support the development of annual work plans and budget for project implementation
• Provide leadership in the implementation of evidence-based interventions for AYPs and KPs across selected states.
• Facilitate strengthening of linkages between the community-based AYP and KP activities and health facilities in the provision of HIV care and treatment towards ensuring a continuum of care.
• Ensure capacity strengthening of implementing KP-Led and Youth-Led CBOs in the provision of Comprehensive HIV Prevention, Care and Treatment.
• Ensure professional documentation and timely submission of project reports and presentations to the project director.
• Any other duty that may be assigned by the supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

• MBBS or Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Sciences, Social Sciences, Social Work or related field. A Master’s degree in Public Health, Health Administration or Management will be added advantage.
• Minimum of Eight (8) years of experience in Donor funded program such as USG or United Nations in designing and managing AYP and KP programs.
• Demonstrated understanding in working with KPs and AYPs community-led organizations.

Required Experience:

• Vast experience in managing USG-funded activities, including program planning, implementation, data use, monitoring and reporting.
• Ability to develop and track project work plans and budget effectively.
• Proven track record of leadership, supportive supervision, mentoring and coaching skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English Language.
• Great Interpersonal Communication Skills.
• Proven track record of leadership, supportive supervision, mentoring and coaching skills.

Application Closing Date
6th February, 2024.