Capacity Advisor/State Program Manager (SPM)

Overall Job Function

The incumbent is part of the management team in a decentralized management structure and forms part of the strategic team that directs the operations of the organization
S/he will serve as State Program Manager (SPM) providing support and coordination of the work of the field offices
The successful candidate will lead program planning, design, review and the monitoring of the program implemented at the field level
This position is responsible for the performance of the technical program in accordance with donor requirements, policies, procedures and guidelines
The incumbent directs and supervises all program resources for the performance of project assignments and activities
Additionally, the incumbent is responsible for ensuring the timely delivery of quality technical outputs, management of sub contracts, ensuring strong relationships with partners and other key stakeholder
The Capacity Advisor/State Program Manager (5PM) serves as the focal point for the capacity building of local partners and organizational development.
Providing support to the HAl and local partners staff through trainings, program coordination and management and effective communication in a right based environment. Nascent (greenhouse) organizations may be co-located with HAl programming.
The position also manages and provides overall guidance to the state team on HIV/AIDS prevention, care and treatment programs as well as provide day to day oversight to the finance, admin and logistics team in state.

Qualifications Education/Experience:

First Degree in Medical Science, Management, Social Science or related field; Advanced Degree in Public Health or Social Science preferred.
At least four years experience working with a NGO, must include Project Implementation; Supervisory and Capacity building experience in public health or social science program management

Preferred Skills:

Experience working with in collaboration with local partners, NGOs and CBOs
Experience in capacity building, HIV/AIDS Advocacy, prevention, treatment and care, STI management and or care
Strong Management Skills
Knowledge of Local Language preferred.
Cultural Sensitivity – Respects cultural environment in which person is working and does not act in a manner that is outwardly offensive to the local community.
Candidates must meet the minimum requirements listed and should be committed to the promotion of human rights, regardless of age, ethnicity, class or gender.
Candidates must be willing to work with diverse population in a supportive and accepting manner.

Applicants should submit a one-page cover letter, CV (not exceeding 3 pages) with 3 professional references (name, company, email and phone number) to: Ng-Recruitment@heartlandalliance.org Note

Apply via :

Ng-Recruitment@heartlandalliance.org