Field Associate at Solina Centre for International Development and Research (SCIDaR)

Solina Centre for International Development and Research (SCIDaR) is an indigenous nonprofit institution that works to accelerate positive health, social and economic reforms through high-quality program design and implementation, capacity building, implementation science research and knowledge generation, as well as agenda-setting and stakeholder convening across human development sectors.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Field Associate

Location: Nigeria

Description and Objectives

• The Field Analyst will provide technical and operational support for the execution of the EPI Program. This will involve day-to-day execution of program workflows.

Technical Responsibilities – Program Support
Program implementation:

• Conduct immunization system diagnostic within the country or region;
• Support day-to-day execution of the program activities;
• Contribute to a program workstream and escalate program challenges to the Country Lead;
• Gather and analyze information, formulate and test hypotheses, and develop and communicate recommendations;
• Facilitate collaboration and coordination with cooperating partners to guarantee smooth implementation of activities and achievement of results;
• Participate in routine technical problem-solving sessions with the primary client and relevant stakeholders to brainstorm implementation challenges and align on decisions to guide the path forward;

Program monitoring and reporting:

• Regularly track, monitor and review program activities to ensure quality, accountability, and contractual compliance with agreed deliverables and performance indicators as per the scope of work;
• Document progress reports and liaise with key stakeholders;
• Participate in structured mid-term and end-term program evaluations;

Education and Experience
Academic training: 

• Outstanding record of academic achievement with a minimum of a First-Class Bachelor's Degree in International Development, Applied Sciences and Technology, Policy and Strategy Development, Public Health, Epidemiology, Health Management or similarly relevant field;

Experience: 

• Strong record of leadership in an academic, professional, or extracurricular setting;

Required competencies:

Core requirements:

• Compelling evidence of interest in and commitment to the mission of SCIDaR;
• Demonstrated strong strategic thinking, problem-solving and thought leadership abilities;
• Advanced computer usage skills with proficiency in Microsoft® Word, Excel, and PowerPoint;
• Demonstrated aptitude for analytics;
• Ability to work effectively with people at all levels in an organization;
• Reliable people manager, able to manage and promote inclusive and diverse teams within the organization;
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment;
• Fast learner, open to learning from peers, subordinates, and supervisors collaboratively and at a rapid pace;
• Strong logical reasoning and creative thinking skills;
• Results-oriented performer experienced in developing and tracking self and team with clear KPIs;
• Strong verbal and written communication skills,

Application Closing Date
8th September, 2023.