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Senior Technical Advisor Cover Letter At Management Sciences for Health (MSH)
Management Sciences for Health (MSH)
Nigeria-Abuja
MBA
PharmD
B.Pharm
About the role: The Senior Technical Advisor (STA) will provide support to two current grants in Nigeria. The STA will work under the supervision of the Country Representative (CR) and work closely with the BMGF HPV Grant Technical Strategy Partner (TSP) and Fleming Fund Project Director. On the BMGF Grant
the STA will serve as a Senior Project Manager
responsible for all aspects of project management
implementation and overall monitoring of project progress against benchmarks of the BMGF HPV grant. The role ensures that the activities are implemented as planned and deviations in activity timelines are flagged for the attention of the TSP. The role contributes to the design and implementation of technical activities in support of the project’s objectives
ensuring timely mobilization of needed high-quality support. On the Fleming Fund Grant
the STA will work with the Project Director
Senior Project Manager and technical leads. The Senior Project Manager will support the overall monitoring of project progress against benchmarks. The Senior Project Manager ensures that the activities are implemented as planned and deviations in activity timelines are flagged for the attention of the PD. S/he contributes to the design and implementation of technical activities in support of the project’s objectives
ensuring timely mobilization of needed high-quality support to the project teams. About the projects: The overall purpose of the Nigeria HPV Vaccine Evidence-Informed Technical Advocacy project is to identify critical data and evidence to drive policy for the sustained delivery of HPV vaccination in Kano
Kaduna
and Lagos. This will include establishing the costs of delivering and sustaining the delivery of HPV vaccination
analyzing current gaps and barriers preventing sustained delivery
and identifying the necessary coordination and collaboration between federal
state
and local actors to ensure sustained delivery of the HPV vaccine in Kano
Kaduna and Lagos. Identifying these data points will provide an evidence base for advocacy
scale up and sustainability of HPV vaccination in the aforementioned 3 states
and Nigeria at large. The project is funded from September 2024 – October 2025. The Fleming Fund aims to respond to the global threat of drug-resistant infections
also known as antimicrobial resistance (AMR). The aim of the Fleming Fund’s program of country
regional and fellowship grants
managed by Mott MacDonald
is to improve the ability of Fleming Fund countries to diagnose drug resistant bacteria
and generate data and strengthen surveillance to inform policy and practice at national and international levels. During Phase I
support has been provided to >200 surveillance sites in Africa and Asia. About two-thirds of these have been in the human health sector with the remainder being in animal health
veterinary services
food safety and environment laboratories. Phase II of the Fleming Fund provides further support to Fleming Fund countries. Investing in similar areas
the program focusses on four outcomes: Production of quality AMR/U/C and burden data Quality analyses of data Sharing analyses and data with decision-makers Promoting sustainable investment to counter AMR Key Responsibilities BMGF: Provide oversight of in-country activities under this project. This may necessitate local travel to Kano
Kaduna
and Lagos; Serve as key liaison with the two sub-awardees including organizing and leading regular coordination meetings between partners; Trouble-shoot challenges that may arise with sub-awardees; Manage IRB processes; Lead introduction of activities and initial engagement with government stakeholders and support the Country Representative and TSP in stakeholder engagement
fostering positive relationships and ensuring alignment with project goals; Co-monitor progress on activities and deliverables in collaboration with the GHSI technical POCs; As requested
prepare regular updates for TSP and the donor
providing clear visibility into project progress. As requested
assist in donor engagement and communications; Track milestones and deliverables
identifying and addressing potential risks and issues in a timely manner. Fleming Fund Utilize project management methodology to effectively plan
execute
and monitor project activities. Coordinate with cross-functional teams on the FF project milestones
deliverables
and timelines. Prepare regular updates including presentations and reports for the attention of the Project Director
providing clear visibility into project progress. Assist in donor reporting Track milestones and deliverables
identifying and addressing potential risks and issues in a timely manner. Support the PD in stakeholder engagement
fostering positive relationships and ensuring alignment with project goals. MSH Nigeria Provide support to other MSH projects
initiatives
and business development opportunities as they arise QUALIFICATIONS Required Qualifications: A postgraduate degree in public health
business administration
project management
or a related field. A minimum of 7 years of professional experience in project management with a strong understanding and practical application of project management approaches. 10 years’ experience is preferred. Experience working in an international NGO is required. Proven experience as a Project Manager creating and managing systems
tracking
etc. Excellent communication
negotiation
conflict resolution
and report writing skills. Highly organized. Demonstrated diplomatic and management skills
and the ability to coordinate a diverse team across time zones to a common goal. Demonstrated leadership and team management abilities. Supervisory experience preferred. Proficiency in the use of project management software and tools. Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment. MSH is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race
color
sex
sexual orientation
gender or gender identity
religion
creed
citizenship
national origin
age
veteran status
or disability unrelated to job requirements. MSH will take affirmative action to ensure that qualified applicants are employed and that employees are treated without regard to their race
age
color
religion
sex
sexual orientation
gender identity
national origin
veteran and disability status. In compliance with U.S. Department of Labor Executive Order 11246
Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act
and Section 4212 of the Vietnam Era Readjustment Assistance Act
MSH has developed and maintains an affirmative action program and plan.
By Sa'ad Ado Koki