Senior Advisor – Governance & Policy

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

Support development and implementation of a work plan for policy and advocacy activities of the GHSC-PSM project
Develop strategic relationships and maintain a network of external contacts with key individuals in the government, USAID, UNFPA, NSCIP, SFH, NTBLCP, TB-CAP, WHO, NMEP and other agencies engaged in HIV, FP, Malaria and MNCH supply chain
Develop and implement advocacy initiatives and toolkits to support GHSCPSM Central and State level co-ordination activities
Identify and participate in Stakeholders Consultative meetings and Technical Working Group Meetings that present opportunities for SHSC-PSM’s external advocacies at Regional and National levels
Attend policy meetings, monitor trends in HIV, Malaria, MNCH and Family planning program and adapt strategies to promote Supply chain activities.
Conduct routine assessment on implemented task orders, write and produce policy briefs, and other advocacy outputs, such as reports, briefings
Support central level planning and coordination for supply chain system strengthening
Work with short term technical assistance providers to provide required TA for System Strengthening activities and also facilitate transfer of skills to appropriate local project staff and GON staff
Work with key stakeholders in GON, donor organization and Implementing partners to facilitate political commitment for an enabling supply chain environment
Perform other tasks as directed by the Team Lead System Strengthening
Maintain a good knowledge and understanding of all office rules and procedures as set forth in the field office policy manual.
Support achievement of the overall project goals as required to ensure project performance.

Supervision:

The Senior Advisor – Governance & Policy will report directly to the Team Lead System Strengthening his/her Designee.

Working Conditions/Duration of Assignment:

This is a long-term position for the life of the contract based in Abuja, Nigeria.

Qualifications

First degree with 5 years of relevant experience in Public Health, related health sciences, Supply Chain, or Public Policy.A Masters Degree will be an added advantage
Professional experience in Public health programs, preferably in health care supply chain management, advocacy and Governance
Proven outstanding interpersonal and communications skills Specific experience in HIV, Malaria, Family Planning, MNCH, program strongly desired
Proven experience in managing or leading public health programs or projects in Nigeria or similar developing country context
Strong analytical writing and problem solving skills
Excellent technical writing and oral presentation skills highly desired
Extensive knowledge of the Nigerian Public Health sector
Comprehensive computer skills
A proven ability to work as part of a team and be self-managing

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