Technical Adviser - Training Coordination and Project Management at Deutsche Gesellschaft fur Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ)

The Deutsche Gesellschaft fur Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH (German Agency for International Cooperation) is an international enterprise owned by the German Federal government, operating in many fields across more than 130 countries.

In Nigeria, GIZ's portfolio includes among others, a programme to support the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) in its regional integration goals. The programme aims to strengthen sector-specific capacities in the areas of Peace and Security, Customs and Trade as weir as Strategic Management and Organizational Development in the ECOWAS Commission.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Technical Adviser - Training Coordination and Project Management

Vacancy No: 010
Location: Abuja
Employment Type: Full-time
Organization: GIZ Nigeria, Regional Programme for Pandemic Prevention (Phase 3) in the ECOWAS

Responsibilities
The Technical Adviser is responsible for:

• Ensuring that GIZ’s policy and strategic objectives for the One Health Leadership course are fully aligned with the implementation and development of the course
• Ensuring that the contractor and Higher Education Institutions deliver high quality services and are effectively managed
• Establishing systems for M+E, communications and knowledge management (including development of reports) in line with GIZ policies and in support of the Commission Manager

 Tasks
Professional Advisory Services:
The technical adviser is responsible for:

• Policy and strategy development of the One Health Leadership development course in association with partner Higher Education Institutes and the external contractor.
• Acting as main contact point for partner institutions (RCSDC, other ECOWAS institutions) and development partners involved in or supporting the OH leadership course and ensuring that the services provided are aligned with the partners’ needs.
• Coordinating and facilitating exchanges with other development partners to foster collaboration in promoting and sponsoring of the leadership courses across member states
• Engage with other outputs of the project, especially the communities of practice, to identify and link qualified participants to the leadership course.
• Development, implementation and monitoring of the training component, including project/programme plans and activities in close consultation with counterparts and main external contractor.
• Supporting the design, preparation and implementation of workshops, seminars and other events on theprogramme’s area of activity.
• Development and implementation of quality assurance measures.

Networking and Cooperation:
The technical adviser:

• Ensures cooperation, regular contact, and dialogue with partners, relevant organisations, non-governmental agencies, and individuals in the training environment.
• Identifies synergies and promotes as well as coordinates joint activities with other Output areas of the project and other GIZ health projects in the region, as well as other development partners.
• Travels in the region regularly, in accordance with programme’s requirements.

Management and Coordination Tasks:
The technical adviser is responsible for:

• Supporting the Commission Manager in the operational planning of the project as whole and using GIZ tools and guidelines
• Developing and implementing appropriate strategies for monitoring activities and ensuring delivery of activities against the overall project plan and objectives
• Development, operation and maintenance of the project’s Monitoring and Evaluation system to support overall project steering
• Supporting the Commission Manager in stakeholder holder management tasks where necessary.
• Supporting and coordinating the development of communications materials across the project, including relevant reports

Knowledge Management and communications:
The technical adviser is responsible for:

• Knowledge management for the programme in cooperation with the office manager, including: oversight of project filing system
• Maintaining project contact list
• Development of knowledge products based on the programmes achievements
• Developing and maintaining key communications tools (product data sheets, PBS entry etc.) for the programme as required by the programme manager and in line with GIZ policies
• Contributing to reports, including the annual reports and briefing, and other information required by the programme manager and GIZ Head Office

Other duties/additional tasks:
The technical adviser is responsible for:

• Performing other duties and tasks at the request of the programme manager or their designate.

Required Qualifications, Competences, and Experience
Qualifications:

• Life Science qualifications: Masters in Public Health, Masters in Environmental Health, Masters in Health Policy and Planning, Masters in Epidemiology, Medical degree, or other related field. Professional experience
•  At least 5 years professional experience working in development context and/or supporting management, coordination and implementation of international donor financed projects.
• Knowledge and experience working with/for ECOWAS and its member states’ health structures an added advantage.
• At least 7 years experience working in the field of public/global health, pandemic/emergency preparedness and response, One Health (any of Human Health, Animal Health, Environmental Health), or health management an added advantage
• At least 3 years professional experience in project management in development context. Ability to manage dynamic requests from multiple partners and complex multi-faceted projects
• Experience managing partnerships with different institutions (experience managing training courses an added advantage)
• Proficient in performance-driven project management (planning, monitoring, and reporting).
• Experience in communications and knowledge management Other knowledge, additional competences
• Ability to communicate effectively in a constructive manner and to engage tactfully and diplomatically with various stakeholders to ensure meaningful relationships.
• Digital proficiency, including the ability to leverage digital tools, technologies, and solutions in both internal processes and in engagement and support of Programme partners,
• Strong coordination, reporting, and presentation skills.
• Resourceful, resilient with an ability to stay motivated in the face of setbacks or during periods of pressure.
• Good team player, with demonstrable experience of working in a multi-cultural environment. Self-motivated, and willing to take personal responsibility for their work area.
• Solutions oriented with good analytical ability.
• Excellent spoken and written language skills in English required. Proficiency in the French Language is an asset.

Salary
According to GIZ Salary Scale for Band 4.

Application Closing Date
18th February, 2025.