Reports directly to the Country Director of Nigeria, providing key updates and strategic insights to support operational alignment and decision-making processes within the country office.
Salary range for this position aligns with FSN Grade 12 remuneration standards.
The initiative involves overseeing a comprehensive project encompassing strategic planning, execution, and completion within set timelines and budgetary constraints. It requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and senior leadership to align objectives and ensure seamless integration of deliverables. Primary responsibilities include managing project scope, mitigating risks, tracking progress through key performance indicators, and delivering high-quality outcomes that meet or exceed stakeholder expectations. Candidates must possess a proven track record in project management, exceptional organizational and communication skills, and the ability to adapt to evolving priorities while maintaining a results-driven approach. Proficiency in project management methodologies such as Agile or Waterfall is highly desirable, along with experience utilizing tools like Microsoft Project, Jira, or similar platforms.
CSI is actively recruiting a Project Director (PD) to lead the Routine Immunization Project. The initiative aims to bolster routine immunization programs by addressing persistent challenges that hinder progress in immunization coverage across supported states, while also tackling obstacles to vaccinating zero-dose and under-immunized children with critical vaccines and healthcare services. Through tailored technical support, the Project enhances routine immunization systems in nine states, employing a collaborative co-creation strategy to advance equitable access and improve coverage, with a targeted focus on identifying and reaching underserved populations.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Project Director provides strategic and managerial leadership, ensuring high project quality and guiding the team effectively. They foster innovation, coordinate project activities, oversee implementation, monitoring, evaluation, and enforce compliance. Serving as CSI’s official representative, this role maintains strong communication and professional relationships across all key stakeholders—including government counterparts, clients, partners, and other relevant parties.
The Project Director will oversee and direct a team tasked with executing a defined scope of work, delivering hands-on technical assistance to the National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHC DA), State Primary Health Care Development Agencies (Spicas), national and state-level routine immunization technical working groups, and State Immunization Teams. Responsibilities include client management in collaboration with the NPHC DA and the Federal Ministry of Health & Social Welfare (MOHISM), as well as engagement with additional partners and donors. The Project Director will lead a multidisciplinary team of public health and program management specialists to attain project goals, working in alignment with the immunization practice team and coordinating with CSI/Nigeria leadership. Additionally, this role encompasses the management and technical oversight of the project portfolio, as well as comprehensive risk management for the program. The position reports to the CSI/Nigeria Country Director, with a secondary reporting line to the Immunization Practice Director or their designated representative in the United States.
Oversee the full range of operational duties, ensuring seamless integration of workflows across departments to maintain high standards of efficiency and productivity. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to develop and implement strategic initiatives that drive organizational growth and enhance overall performance. Monitor key performance indicators regularly to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective measures as needed. Act as a liaison between senior leadership and staff, facilitating clear communication while supporting both strategic objectives and day-to-day operations. Manage resources effectively, including budget allocations and staffing, to optimize performance and achieve departmental goals in alignment with company objectives.
Acts as the primary liaison for the project and bears responsibility for ensuring its successful completion.
Offer strategic vision, leadership, and governance to ensure the successful execution of projects—with a focus on maintaining high standards of quality—while advancing project goals, objectives, and targets.
Act as a technical liaison between the National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHC DA), the Federal Ministry of Health (FMH), and other national and international agencies, institutions, and stakeholders.
Serve as a key intermediary to facilitate the exchange of findings and insights essential for driving continuous improvement initiatives.
Offer strategic leadership and technical guidance for CSI’s routine immunization initiatives and associated funding mechanisms, while also overseeing comprehensive risk management across the entire portfolio.
You will lead and oversee senior team members while providing strategic direction and guidance to the entire project team throughout its duration.
Facilitate the establishment of mentoring frameworks both internally within the team and externally to foster resilience and long-term viability.
To uphold adherence to CSI and client policies, rules, and regulations, as well as in-country legal and regulatory requirements, maintain clear and transparent communication with the global team, the designated Program Support Manager, and Senior Technical Advisor.
Oversee the project’s successful execution while ensuring the timely preparation of both routine and ad hoc performance reports and technical deliverables.
Maintain precision and submit all quarterly and annual reporting requirements punctually.
Deliver high-quality results while adhering to deadlines, ensuring all tasks are completed efficiently and remain within the allocated budget.
Develop and implement comprehensive planning, monitoring, management, and control systems to facilitate well-informed decision-making and ensure effective execution of project activities.
Monitor projects to track progress and ensure adherence to established targets, integrating valuable insights from experiences into current initiatives. Verify that all deliverables meet specified performance benchmarks, and when deviations occur, implement timely corrective measures to realign activities with objectives.
Monitor potential new business development opportunities for CSI within the country and maintain consistent communication with the Country Director, Senior Program Manager, and headquarters support teams regarding prospective prospects.
Assist in executing new business strategies and, when necessary, develop individual proposals to support organizational objectives.
Execute additional responsibilities as directed by the supervisor on an ongoing basis.
Seeking a candidate with a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and a minimum of five years of hands-on experience in a similar role. Proficiency in industry-standard software and tools is essential, along with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, are required to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. The ideal applicant will demonstrate leadership qualities, adaptability, and a commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.
An advanced degree in public health, immunization, supply chain management, management, or a related social science discipline—or equivalent professional experience—is required.
A minimum of ten years of hands-on experience in the Expanded Program on Immunization or closely related immunization initiatives is essential.
Proficiency in the fundamental concepts and practical applications of public health is required. Experience with immunization infrastructure, including planning and executing outreach initiatives, vaccine logistics, cold chain maintenance, waste handling and disposal, and fleet management, as well as familiarity with primary health care systems, is essential.
Proficient in evaluating and interpreting routine immunization data to assess trends and performance, with a strong aptitude for tracking program advancements and communicating findings through clear presentations.
Proven experience in delivering complex, multi-component health development initiatives in partnership with national health ministries and global collaborators.
Proven expertise in crafting winning proposals, cultivating client relationships, and driving new business growth initiatives is required.
Dedicated to promoting and advancing gender equality in both personal and professional capacities.
Proficiency in leading and managing donor-funded projects is essential.
Possesses a proven track record in project management and leadership, exhibiting strong initiative and proactive decision-making abilities.
Skilled in delivering compelling presentations and championing ideas with conviction.
Proven ability to collaborate seamlessly with a multicultural team of associates and stakeholders, fostering strong professional relationships through exceptional interpersonal capabilities.
Fluent proficiency in both written and spoken English is essential for this position.
Frequent domestic and international travel may be required, depending on business needs.
This role is designated for local candidates only. Qualified applicants must forward their CV and cover letter to recruiting.ng@jsi.org, ensuring the subject line reads “Project Director, Routine Immunization.”
Qualifications
MBA/MSc/MA
Experience Required
10 years
