Monitoring Evaluation Research & Learning (MERL) Advisor at SFH

• Position Required: – Project MERL Adviser, HepC 3 Project
• Location: Oyo State

Company Info

Society for Family Health (SFH) is a leading non-governmental public health organization in Nigeria, implementing programs in malaria prevention, and treatment, Reproductive Health/Family Planning, HIV & AIDS treatment, primary health care system strengthening, non-communicable diseases, and maternal, newborn, and child health care. SFH ignites the power of health system thinking and market shaping to transform health outcomes.

An emerging pan-African organization, we provide a partnership platform to communities, donors, the private sector, and the government to co-create and implement actions that create real and measurable impact at individual, family, society, and country levels. In a career at SFH, you will be the center of making all these happen. You will be joining a team of problem solvers, with real passion to change the world in a fast-paced environment. We are a truly Nigerian-rooted organization with global standards and a diverse workforce. We pride ourselves on being open, inclusive, and collaborative — and in providing a work environment that encourages our employees to be their best.

Job Description

The HepC3 grant is focused on collating evidence on HCV prevalence and practices among people who inject drugs and to identify research priorities and study designs to evaluate the implementation of Low Dead Space Syringes (LDSS) and Long-Acting Depot Buprenorphine (LADB).

SFH is looking for talented people with a track record of high performance and a passion for providing healthcare for their community to join our vibrant workforce.

Job Profile:  

The Project MERL Adviser will support in developing the protocol for the LDSS and LADB research on the HepC3 grant in Oyo and coordinate the research, implementation, political buy-in, documentation and reporting of the project deliverables in Oyo State. He/she will participate in TWG meetings on HepC3, analyze and use data to improve program outcomes. He/she will write technical reports, abstracts, and journal publications.

The individual will also be responsible for overseeing and coordinating all activities relating to Hepatitis C amongst PWIDs at the National and State levels.

Job role: The successful candidate will perform the following functions:

•  Oversee the daily activity of the HEPC3P grant and ensure the       implementation of all project deliverables.
  • Facilitate the review of the National Database for Viral Hepatitis, specifically for high-risk populations.
  • Share monthly, quarterly and annual reports with the Programme Coordinator and the Technical Adviser.
  • Write technical reports, abstracts, and journal publications.

Job Requirements

Qualifications/Experience:

• Minimum of 4 years’ post NYSC experience in research and management of health-related programmes.
• Must be computer literate and proficient in using the Microsoft Office Suite at the minimum. Other computer skills will be of added advantage.
• Experience implementing an HIV/Hepatitis project
• Knowledge of Programme management including conceptualization, budget design, implementation, and evaluation with experience in KP programming as an added advantage.
• Demonstrated ability through previous experience to establish and maintain productive working relationships with a wide network of partners and stakeholders.

Skills and Competencies required

• Technical Job-Specific Skills
• Technical knowledge and understanding of specific programmatic areas and comfortable with working with a range of stakeholders.
• Social dialogue and advocacy skills for fostering an enabling environment for programme implementation
• Presentation skills
• Data management and reporting skills.
• Leadership skills
• Technical report writing skills

Behavioural Attributes  

• Organisational skills
• Leadership skills
• Continuous and Innovative learner
• Honesty and integrity
• Resilient, resourceful, optimistic and energetic

Compensation & Benefits:

The compensation package for this position is very attractive and designed to attract, motivate and retain talented candidates.

Method of Application:

Interested applicants should log on to our website at www.sfhnigeria.org and click on vacancy, click on careers @SFH, click on the advertised job suitable to you, and you will be transferred to a new page to apply. Follow the instruction and a confirmation mail will be sent to you upon completion of your application. Please include the names and contact details (including telephone and e-mail addresses) of three referees who are knowledgeable about your professional achievements.

All applications will be treated in confidence. Candidates without the minimum requirements need not apply.

Deadline:

This advert will close by Thursday, March 11, 2024. We thank prospective applicants for their interest in working with SFH, however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. SFH is an equal opportunity employer.

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