The USAID supported Malaria Action Program for States, (MAPS), is a 5 year project which is expected to take on the USAID mandate of improving malaria control at scale in nine (9) states namely; Akwa Ibom, Benue, Cross-River, Ebonyi, Kebbi Kogi, Nasarawa Oyo and Zamfara. 

Health Partners International (HPI), one of the implementing partners if the MAPS project, now seeks to employ a professional with expertise in Capacity Building to coordinate all related outputs and activities in its Kogi State field office.

State Capacity Building Officer: Kogi

The Capacity Building Officer with be based in the Kogi office of the MAPS Project and will be responsible for working with various stakeholders at the State and LGA levels as well as MSPS Capacity building team. S/he with also strengthen capacity and provide technical expertise in malaria case management focusing on effective control and prevention in Nigeria]

Additional key responsinilities will lnclude: 

. Provide strategic leadership and oversee all capacity building acticities relating yo malaria prevention and control in the program state;

. Assist the states to undertake an assessment of gaps in case management systems at state andLGA levels;

. Support the State and LGAs to plan, conduct and supervice malaria case management activities

. Assist the State Malaria Control program to  effectively harmaonize all malaria contro; activities at State and lGA levels;

Qualification:

Interseted candidates have a post-graduate qualification in Public Health or other related disciplines in health and medical science. A minimum of 4 years 'experience in knowledge of capacity building functions or a similar role as well as hands-on knowledge of capacity building tools is essential for this role.

. Previous experience and extensive knowledge in polity development, health system reform, management of health service delivery and Primary Health care in Nigeria is an essential requirement. In addition, significant track record in programm and people management at both state and LGA level and excellent knowledge and use of Microsoft office tools as well as report writing skills is essential for this role.

. Terms and Condutions Employment: The appointment term will be for a period of 12 months, with an initial 6 months probationary period. THe programme offers very competitive salary packages.

. Local terms and conditins will apply.

Method Of Application:

 Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should submit an application letter and a copy of their recent CV through the appropriate link at www.gridconsulting.net. All applications must be submitted lated Thursday, 23rd October, 2014. Please note, that only shortisjed candidates with be contacted for an interview