Deputy Programme Director / Technical Director
- Job Type Full Time
- Qualification BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA
- Experience 10 years
- Location Abuja
- Job Field NGO/Non-Profit  , Project Management 
Job Profile:
The Deputy Programme Director/Technical Director will provide strategic guidance and technical expertise to drive the success of the USAID-funded Community Health project. Collaborating closely with the Programme Director and project team, you will oversee the development and execution of technical strategies, ensuring alignment with project goals and objectives. Your leadership will be instrumental in delivering innovative solutions, monitoring progress, and maximizing the impact of our interventions.
Job Role:
The successful candidate will be responsible for the following functions:
- Lead the development and implementation of technical strategies, work plans, and performance monitoring frameworks in collaboration with project stakeholders.
- Ensure the delivery of high-quality technical assistance, training, and capacity-building activities to project partners and stakeholders.
- Drive innovation and continuous learning by facilitating knowledge sharing, best practices dissemination, and adaptive management approaches.
- Foster strong partnerships with government agencies, NGOs, community leaders, and other key stakeholders to promote collaboration and sustainability.
- Provide mentorship, guidance, and technical support to project staff, promoting a culture of excellence, accountability, and teamwork.
Qualifications/Experience:
- An undergraduate degree in medicine
- Advanced degree in public health, medicine, or a related field.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in managing and implementing complex health projects, preferably in low-resource settings.
- Proven track record of technical leadership, strategic planning, and project management.
- Extensive knowledge of USAID rules and regulations, as well as experience working on USAID-funded projects.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
- Ability to work effectively in multicultural teams and navigate complex stakeholder environments.
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Method of Application
Job Profile:
- The Programme Director will lead SFH’s efforts in implementing the USAID-funded Strengthening Quality of Care through Primary Health Care Activity in Nigeria. This initiative aims to elevate the quality of care provided through primary health care services, ultimately improving health outcomes and ensuring access to high-quality healthcare for all Nigerians.
Job Role:
- Provide strategic direction and overall leadership for the project, ensuring alignment with USAID’s goals and objectives.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with USAID, government partners, local stakeholders, and other key actors to foster collaboration and support project implementation.
- Lead and mentor project staff, promoting a culture of excellence, accountability, and innovation.
- Provide technical guidance and expertise to ensure the quality and effectiveness of project interventions, in collaboration with relevant technical experts.
- Oversee project budgeting, financial planning, and compliance with donor regulations to ensure efficient and transparent use of project funds.
- Develop and implement robust monitoring and evaluation frameworks to track project progress and outcomes, and utilize data for decision-making and continuous improvement.
- Prepare and submit timely and accurate reports to USAID and other stakeholders, highlighting project achievements, challenges, and lessons learned.
Qualifications/Experience
- An undergraduate degree in Medicine or related field.
- Advanced degree in public health, medicine, international development, or a related field.
- Minimum of 15 years of experience in managing complex international development projects, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
- Proven track record of successful project management, including financial management, stakeholder engagement, and team leadership.
- Experience working on USAID-funded projects and strong familiarity with USAID rules and regulations.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a strategic mindset and a commitment to innovation and continuous improvement.
- Prior success in overseeing comparable or larger donor-funded initiatives is preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to take bold initiative, exhibit an entrepreneurial mindset, and excel in problem-solving.
- Experience in effectively managing multiple projects within Africa and closely collaborating with governmental entities to achieve results will be advantageous.
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