Project Coordinator Vacancy at KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation

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Position Title: Project Coordinator.

Job Station: Abuja.

INTRODUCTION:-

Project Coordinator job opportunity is available at KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation for individuals who possess relevant qualifications.

Details

• The Digital Adherence Technologies (DATs) project is funded by Stop TB Partnership and focuses on using digital tools to support patients with TB treatment and improve treatment outcomes.
• DATs are tools designed to assist people TB patients on treatment to take their medications at a place and time convenient to them while remaining connected to their health care provider. Also, it helps to facilitate the identification of high-risk patients who may need additional in-person support.
• KNCV TB Foundation Nigeria will be implementing Digital Adherence Technologies (DATs) in 8 states of Akwa Ibom, Anambra, Benue, Imo, Nasarawa, Kano, Katsina, and Rivers to promote adherence to TB treatment and ensure person-centred care for TB patients in Nigeria.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:-

• The Project Coordinator will work with and coordinate the implementation of TB Digital Adherence Technology (DAT) in Akwa Ibom, Anambra, Benue, Imo, Nasarawa, Kano, Katsina & Rivers state to deliver on key project objectives. He/she will ensure the implementation of DAT project in the 8 states including monitoring progress against planned activities.
• Hierarchically, the Project Coordinator reports to the Director of Strategic Information.

As a Project Coordinator you will:

• Coordinate the implementation of the DAT grant in the focused State.
• Lead efforts in operational plan development, project implementation as well as monitoring and evaluation.
• Lead efforts in the engagement of key state level stakeholders, state TB programs, Ministry of health and Local government on the implementation of the DAT activities
• Work with the DAT technical partners and establish a project management platforms project planning, review and monitoring of progress.
• Provide technical assistance on rapid assessments, situational analysis, evaluations and other related activities with focus on DAT focused States.
• Provide technical guidance on training and capacity building in the focused states in the implementation of DAT project.
• With the assistance of country office staff, monitor all intervention strategies to ensure that they meet administrative, financial and programmatic goals.
• Conduct supervision to designated DAT project focused states/LGA’s.
• Provide technical assistance to NTP.
• Provide technical support and oversight to State staff on implementing key intervention areas of DAT project in designated states/LGA.
• Convene coordination platforms to support collaboration between DAT project and USAID TB LON regions 1 and 2 support for State and LGA TB Control Programs.
• Monitor & supervise the implementation of project activities in the designated state/LGAs.
• Support rigorous monitoring and a strong focus on evaluation system to track the progress of all activities and outputs.
• Organize and report monthly on the implementation of the project in the states.
• Perform other additional duties assigned.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATION:-

Education:

• Minimum of MPH or Master’s Degree in other relevant Public Health disciplines.

Knowledge/experience:

• At least 3 to 5 years’ experience working with: TB & HIV program at various levels.
• Experience with USAID or UN projects or any development partner is an advantage.
• Strong coordination, planning, and supervisory skills.
• Competent with operational plan development, implementation, and evaluation of results.
• Comfortable planning and delivering multiple activities under pressure to strict deadlines and high levels of precision.
• Self-motivated with a strong ability to identify and develop relevant areas of work.
• Able to communicate complex issues in a concise, accessible, and engaging manner.

Behavioral competencies and skills:

• A team leader who is results-oriented and can motivate staff.
• Able to delegate tasks.
• Able to communicate within the organization and the partnership network.
• Planning and organizing.
• Culturally sensitive

REMUNERATION:-

• A full-time (40 hours per week) short-term contract with the intention to extend the contract depending on funding and performance.
• An informal work atmosphere in an international environment where initiative is appreciated.
• A highly motivated team of experienced, self-driven colleagues.
• KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation has its own Employment Conditions Scheme.

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INTERESTED?

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV, including a motivation letter and 3 professional references which must be indicated on your CV and can be submitted via recruitment@kncvnigeria.org using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

Note

• Please note that we only consider applications that are received through the KNCV TB Foundation Nigeria recruitment email.
• For more information, please contact us via +234 (0)9030349255.

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