Deputy Programme Director / Technical Director at Society for Family Health (SFH)


Posted on: Wed 24-04-2024

Society for Family Health (SFH) is one of the leading non-governmental public health organisations in Nigeria, implementing programmes in Reproductive Health/Family Planning, HIV & AIDS prevention and treatment, malaria prevention and treatment, primary health care system strengthening and maternal, newborn and child health care. We work in partnership with the Federal and State Governments of Nigeria, the Global Fund, United States Agency for International Development (USAID), Department for International Development (DFID), Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, MSD for Mothers and Children Investment Fund Foundation among other international donors.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Deputy Programme Director / Technical Director - USAID Funded Community Health Project (Anticipatory Recruitment)

Location: Abuja

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Profile

  • The Deputy Programme Director/Technical Director will provide strategic guidance and technical expertise to drive the success of the USAID-funded Community Health project.
  • Collaborating closely with the Programme Director and project team, you will oversee the development and execution of technical strategies, ensuring alignment with project goals and objectives.
  • Your leadership will be instrumental in delivering innovative solutions, monitoring progress, and maximizing the impact of our interventions.

Job Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following functions:

  • Lead the development and implementation of technical strategies, work plans, and performance monitoring frameworks in collaboration with project stakeholders.
  • Ensure the delivery of high-quality technical assistance, training, and capacity-building activities to project partners and stakeholders.
  • Drive innovation and continuous learning by facilitating knowledge sharing, best practices dissemination, and adaptive management approaches.
  • Foster strong partnerships with government agencies, NGOs, community leaders, and other key stakeholders to promote collaboration and sustainability.
  • Provide mentorship, guidance, and technical support to project staff, promoting a culture of excellence, accountability, and teamwork.

Qualifications / Experience

  • An Undergraduate Degree in Medicine
  • Advanced Degree in Public Health, Medicine, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in managing and implementing complex health projects, preferably in low-resource settings.
  • Proven track record of technical leadership, strategic planning, and project management.
  • Extensive knowledge of USAID rules and regulations, as well as experience working on USAID-funded projects.
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in multicultural teams and navigate complex stakeholder environments.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should:

Click here to apply online