Program Coordinators Vacancies at U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention (USP)

Posted on: Tue 18-10-2016

The U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) is a scientific nonprofit organization that sets standards for the identity, strength, quality, and purity of medicines, food ingredients, and dietary supplements manufactured, distributed and consumed worldwide. USP’s drug standards are enforceable in the United States by the Food and Drug Administration, and these standards are used in more than 140 countries.

The U. S. Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) is seeking qualified candidates to fill the position below, which will be based in Lagos, Nigeria:

Position: Program Coordinator

Location: Lagos

Summary of the Position

Working under the direction and guidance of a Technical Specialist, the Program Coordinator would be responsible for coordinating and administratively supporting the Nigeria USP-PQM program. He/she will coordinate Nigeria . USP-PQM framework and support the program development and effective implementation to meet its set goals and objectives. He/she will guide and facilitate the deliveries of the USP/PQM project by monitoring progress and results. The incumbent will coordinate, track, and facilitate the progress of PQM-Nigeria program activities to ensure timely, accurate, and efficient execution of USAID priority programs as well as helping with timely and high quality reporting to USAID.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Assists Technical Specialist in their various functions

• Follows up with the partners on the different projects

• Writes reports on the progress of different projects.

• Works with the COP on the implementation of the QAP policy in Nigeria

• Works with COP on the development of the NAFDAC academy

• Works with the COP on the coordination of the Nigerian Academics in curriculum review

• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements

Education and Experience:

• University Degree required, preferably in Pharmacy, Chemistry or any other related field.

Experience:

• At least three (3) years of experience of administrative experience with at least 1 year of experience with program management support and administration for global health programs or large-scale, international development assistance programs: or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA's):

• Demonstrates effective time management and prioritization skills

• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Excellent presentation and reporting skills

• Comfortable working with internal and external professionals

• Demonstrated ability to support implementation of multiple projects in a timely manner

• Advanced computer competence (MS Office programs, MS Project or similar)

• Prior USAID experience in global health programming and knowledge of USAID rules and regulations preferred

• In-depth knowledge on project management and development issues.

• Excellent communication skills (written and oral): sensitivity to and responsiveness to all partners, donors and program staff.

• Excellent analytical skills: mature judgment combined with a proactive, energetic approach to problem solving.

• Proficient in English language (written and spoken).

Application Closing Date:

All applications must be sent via email [email protected] and must be received no later than five (5) days from the date of this advertisement. Applicants should forward their application cover page and curriculum vitae with the subject line "Program Coordinator".

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