LGA Consultant

Introduction

Solina Center for International Development and Research is a management and healthcare consulting firm that works with businesses, governments, researchers, and development organizations to develop innovative solutions that address pressing healthcare challenges. We apply proven business and research methods to our health systems work to ensure sustainable impact and optimize population health outcomes. Our team of highly qualified and experienced professionals and deep knowledge of Nigeria’s health system as well as health systems in developing countries, are our unique assets that enable us to consistently deliver the highest quality of service to all clients and partners. Our work seeks to benefit primarily disadvantaged and under-served populations. We implement transformation programs in Nigeria and are currently expanding our footprint to several West and Central African countries. We are building a competent world-class management team to enable us to sustainably achieve our strategic growth objectives.

Description and Objectives

SCIDaR, through the Northern Nigeria States Routine Immunization Strengthening Project (NNRISP), is working to improve routine immunization (RI) and public health care (PHC) program indices across the above-named northern states of Nigeria. The NNRISP program aims to provide technical assistance, thought leadership, and day-to-day management support at the state level for the implementation of the RI MoUs between BMGF, the Aliko Dangote Foundation (ADF), and state governments. SCIDaR’s interventions focus on optimizing the institutional and individual capacity of the State Primary Health Care Development Agencies (SPHCDAs) to effectively manage the RI programs.

Position Description

The LGA consultants will provide effective and quality on-the-job training to LGA teams, intensifying their skills necessary to prepare them for the full assumption of the PHC mentoring and monitoring role after the project lifespan.

Technical Responsibilities

1. Guide the LGA teams on the mentoring and monitoring of PHC Officers-In-Charge (OICs) and their deputies on the execution of their facility operations in compliance to set standards; 
2. Co-monitor PHC OIC’s competence and PHC efficiency (with the LGA teams) based on key performance indicators; 
3. Monitor the job performance of the LGA teams and the mentoring approach to ensure alignment with the mentorship objectives and provide feedback for process improvement;
4. Ensure the timely collection of PHC mentoring/supervision data; 
5. Provide routine progress reports on PHC mentoring/supervision activities to the state team, including reports on challenges, on-the-spot mitigation responses, recommendations, successes and lessons learned;
6. Ensure adequate documentation and reporting of PHC performance; 
7. Support LGA team and PHCs to identify and resolve problems associated with PHC management;
8. Co-report a monthly PHC implementation progress and performance report, including implications of results and/or recommendations for improvement;
9. Provide feedback on the mentorship approach and identify improvement areas.

Qualifications & Experience:

1. Minimum of a Diploma, ideally Bachelor’s degree, preferably in the field of health or other natural sciences;
2. Previous work experience in PHC system strengthening and/or other health system-related projects.

Competencies required:

1. Proficient in English and Hausa languages; 
2. Ability to coach and mentor others;
3. Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite to conduct basic analysis, interpret data, and write reports;
4. Strong communication and interpersonal skills;
5. Ability to identify and solve problems on the spot;
6. Strong organization and planning skills;
7. Capacity to work independently and function effectively within a team;
8. Ability to assess, prioritize and manage a variety of activities with attention to detail.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

SCIDaR is an equal employment employer, committed to a workplace free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable laws.