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.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
And
Send their comprehensive CV and Cover Letter in ONLY one attachment (MS Word document) explaining suitability for the job to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.
Note
- Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
- Applicants are advised to provide their functional emails/mobile phone numbers on the application letter as well as three professional referees including their functional e-mail addresses and telephone numbers.
- Eligible female applicants are encouraged to apply.
- ARFH has a Child Safeguarding policy in place and is an equal opportunity employer (EOE).
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