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 60 countries.
We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the positions of;
Job Title: State Program Manager
Req ID: 3472
Location: Yobe
Basic Functions
The State Program Manager is part of the senior management team for FHI Nigeria, in a decentralized country management structure and forms part of the strategic team that directs the operations of FHI Nigeria overall.
- H/She is responsible for program planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of the interventions implemented by FHI and its partners in the assigned zone.
- H/She is accountable for judicious use of all resources entrusted with FHI and its partners in the assigned state
- Participate in development of and monitors work plans and budgets; ensures appropriate levels of technical assistance in program operations; coordinates partner efforts in program implementation; ensures appropriate program monitoring and accurate financial and programmatic reporting to the Country Office.
- Work with the relevant departments to establish and execute a capacity development plan to provide assistance to the state office for effective program planning, implementation and monitoring.
- Provide overall supervision for FHI/Nigeria state office staff and ensure compliance with technical, programmatic, contractual and financial requirements set by FHI and its donors.
Qualifications
- MB.BS/MD/PHD or similar degree with 5-7 years relevant experience with international development programs which includes 5 years experience with HIV/AIDS program planning and implementation at the community or state level working with public and NGO sectors. 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 experience with HIV/AIDS program planning and implementation at the community or state level working with public and NGO sectors. 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 experience with HIV/AIDS program planning and implementation at the community or state level working with public and NGO sectors.
Application Closing Date
14th February, 2013
Method of Application
Interested candidates should
Click here to Apply online
Note: FHI 360 does not charge candidates a fee for a test or interview