Senior Program Manager

POSITION SUMMARY


The Senior Program Manager will work to ensure that all program activities are implemented efficiently, timely, and in line with the values of the organization.
S/he will work as part of the organization’s program team and assist in developing program strategy, activities, proposals and reports, supporting monitoring and evaluation efforts, and overseeing activity budgets.
The Senior Program Manager performs these functions according to the direction provided by the Director of Programs.


Key responsibilities include:

The Position will:


Participate in planning and implementation of the RAN’s program activities (training, meetings, workshops, conferences, seminars) and other events according to grant requirements and project work plans. ·        
Conceptualize, research, and design new program interventions consistent with RAN’s program objectives and available budgets. ·        
Research, write, and edit timesensitive program documents and budgets.
Participate in operational research to inform policy and practice.·        
Support writing of publications, activity reports, funding proposals, and training materials:
Provide efficient and timely action on administrative and financial matters, written assignments, and submission of reports
Cultivate relationships and communicate with civil society organizations, relevant government officials, local partners, and members of the diplomatic and donor community on behalf of the Chief Executive Officer or his/her Supervisor and represent RAN at public functions as requested.
Work with other program personnel to monitor and evaluate the performance of the organization and partner organizations’ program activities, identifying successes and failures and recommending program adjustments accordingly.
Assist with all aspects of team projects and objectives, and in development of work products in collaboration with other staff.
Update and maintain program files and program participants’ contacts for monitoring and evaluation and activities internal reporting      
Travel independently and/or as part of a team, to various locations within and outside Nigeria to support the organization’s programmatic objectives.


Other duties assigned by the immediate supervisor and/or on behalf of the organization.

EDUCATION


Bachelor’s degree in medicine (MB BS)
Masters in Public Health (MPH), Advanced/Professional degrees such as a Fellowship and Certifications are advantages.


EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS


Seven (7) years’ experience in skinNTD and TB programming.·        
Experience in skinNTDs control and willingness to work with organizations of persons affected by NTDs.
Familiarity with the Nigerian healthcare systems and/or relevant experience with integrated disease programming or clinical implementation of integrated health services.
Passion for and/or proven skills in operational/implementation research will be a great added advantage.
Skills in analysis, interpretation of program data and publications.
Proven expertise in health systems strengthening, community engagement, and capacity building.
Experience with digital data collection tools and digital health devices.
Strong analytical, problemsolving, and communication skills.
Organizational skills, solutionoriented thinking, initiative, and good communication skills.
Must be willing to travel when the need arises.


Added Advantages


Qualified Females are strongly encouraged to apply. 
Persons affected by Leprosy are strongly encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.