Skills/experience: The TL should have the following qualifications:
Advanced degree in health, political science, international relations, social sciences or related field;
At least 7-10 years working experience in the field of health, HR, MNCH/RH/FP
A good understanding of USAID project administration;
Program planning. Implementation, evaluation and design experience and;
Excellent writing, communication and presentation skills.
The TL will have the following responsibilities:
Finalize and negotiate with USAID for the team work plan for the assignment
Establish roles, responsibilities, and tasks for each member
Ensure the logistic arrangements in the field are complete
Facilitate and set the agenda for Team Planning Meeting (TPM)
Take the lead on preparing , coordinating team member input, submitting, revising and finalizing the assignment report
Mange the process of report writing
Manage team coordination meetings in the field
Coordinate the workflow and tasks and ensure that the team members are working to schedule
Ensure the field logistics are arranged (e.g. administrative and clerical support are provided, ensure payment is made for services such as car/driver hire or other travel and transport arranged, etc)
Handle conflict within the team
Serve as the primary contact with USAID/Nigeria and serve as spokesperson for the group, as required
Debrief USAID/Nigeria as the evaluation progresses, and organize a final debriefing
Serve as primary interface with USAID/Nigeria in submission of draft and final reports/deliverables to USAID/Nigeria.
Make decisions in conjunction with USAID/Nigeria about the safety and security of the team in consultation with the USAID/Nigeria.
Assume technical direction lead in order to ensure quality and appropriateness of assignment and report content.
Interested and qualified candidates should submit the following documents as MS Word files via e-mail to rosaa@the-mitchellgroup.com . In the subject line, please indicate “Team Leader – Nigeria”. CV’s/resumes will be reviewed as they are received. Early application is encouraged. No phone calls please. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Apply via :
rosaa@the-mitchellgroup.com