FHI 360 JOB VACANCY

FHI 360

JOB VACANCY

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 equality, youth, research and technology- creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today’s interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 70 countries and all U.S. states and territories.

Nigeria Malaria Action Plan for States (MAPS) is a $79.9million USAID-funded project. MAPS is a 5-year (October 2010- September 2015) comprehensive malaria program designed to support the Nigeria National Malaria Strategic plan and National Malaria Elimination Program (NMEP). MAPS is a flagship program of the US Government’s President’s Malarial initiative (PMI), the project works at the national level and in nine Nigerian states to increase the quality, access and uptake of specific malaria control interventions, including Long Lasting insecticidal Nets (LLIN), Artemisenin-based Combination Therapies (ACTs), Rapid Diagnostic Tests (RDTs), and intermittent preventive treatment for pregnant women (IPTp).

The MAPS project with funding from United States Agency for international Development, is seeking qualified candidates for the position of: Malaria Technical Advisor.

The Malaria technical Advisor will be Abuja, Nigeria and will provide overall technical leadership for the MAPS programme, with a focus on public sector interventions. The malaria Technical Advisor will have sound technical knowledge and experience in Malaria control interventions. This position is anticipated to fulfil the role Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) and will report to the programme Chief of Party.

Minimum Recruitment Standards:

·                     Background in Public Health (Preferably malaria or infectious diseases) experience in Nigeria including working in or with government agencies studies or related field is an added advantage

·                     M.Sc. or PhD in Public Health, development studies or related field is an added advantage

·                     At least 10 years relevant experience with demonstrated management and supervisory capabilities in leading large and complex field-based and donor-funded public health projects involving staff of diverse, multi-cultural backgrounds

·                     Proven technical skills in malaria, including malaria, including malaria case management

·                     Experience and understanding in working with Ministries of Health in policy and strategy formulation

·                     Experience in training health workers, preferably both public and private sector

·                     Significant experience in project management

·                     Excellent writing and presentation skills

Vacancy closes 5 days after this publication. For detailed information and to apply, please visit our international employment webpage at: www.fhi360.org FHI 360 has a competitive compensation package. FHI 360 is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Disclaimer:

FHI 360 does not charge candidates a fee for a test or interview.