How can you make a difference?

• The Programme Manager, Health (Programme Manager) will manage specific, multi-stakeholder health projects for the Nigeria country office focusing on designing, planning, implementing, and monitoring work plans to deliver measurable results.
• The Programme Manager will report to the Nigeria Country Office Chief of Health and will work with the Health Managers responsible for leading the primary health care (PHC) systems, immunization, and maternal, neonatal, and child health (MNCH) clusters.

Summary of key functions/accountabilities:

• Support to programme development and planning
• Programme management, monitoring and delivery of results
• Technical and operational support to programme implementation
• Networking and partnership building
• Innovation, knowledge management and capacity building

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have

• An advanced university degree (Master’s or higher) in health, public financial management, management, international relations, or a closely related field is required.
• A first university degree combined with 2 additional years of professional service and understanding of relevant functions may be considered in lieu of an advanced university degree, preferably combined with credited courses or certifications.
• A minimum of five years of relevant professional experience in the management of projects within the national/international health sector.
• Prior experience working in global health initiatives (Global Fund, GFF, GAVI) managing projects or programmes an asset.
• Preference will be given to candidates who have demonstrated knowledge of and professional experience in at least three of the following areas: