Implementation Manager (Neglected Tropical Diseases) at RTI International

RTI International is an international, independent not-for-profit organization dedicated to improving the human condition by turning knowledge into practice. With a worldwide staff of more than 4,000 people, RTI offers innovative research and development and a full spectrum of multidisciplinary services that meet the highest standards of professional performance. For more information on RTI International’s work, visit www.rti.org/InternationalDevelopment

Act to End NTDs | East is a five-year project funded by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) aimed at providing assistance to national neglected tropical disease (NTD) control programs for the control and elimination of seven targeted NTDs: lymphatic filariasis, onchocerciasis, schistosomiasis, three soil-transmitted helminths (roundworm, hookworm, whipworm) and trachoma. Act to End Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) | East program was awarded to RTI International in 2018 and will continue until 2023. To learn more about Act | East’s work, visit www.acteast.org

RTI International hereby invites applications from highly resourceful, motivated and experienced professionals to fill the following vacant position:

Job Title: Implementation Manager (Neglected Tropical Diseases)

Location: Abuja

Background

Act to End NTDs | East is a five-year project funded by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) aimed at providing assistance to national neglected tropical disease (NTD) control programs for the control and elimination of seven targeted NTDs: lymphatic filariasis, onchocerciasis, schistosomiasis, three soil-transmitted helminths (roundworm, hookworm, whipworm) and trachoma. Act to End Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) | East program was awarded to RTI International in 2018 and will continue until 2023.

Job Description

Under the supervision of the Chief of Party (COP) in Nigeria, the Implementation Manager oversees the Act | East Program support to the national NTD program implementation in Nigeria ensuring consistency with the project priorities and outcomes as well as supporting the State Ministry of Health in implementing an integrated NTD strategy. RTI International is always seeking to expand its portfolio. This position may be expected to support additional projects if awarded.

Job Responsibilities
Program Planning:

Facilitate the creation of detailed annual work plans, semi-annual reports and monthly reports ensuring that a high-quality narrative, budget, and scope align with national policies, Act | East goals, and those of USAID
In collaboration with key stakeholders, develop implementation plans to scale mass distribution of medicines to treat onchocerciasis, lymphatic filariasis, schistosomiasis and soil transmitted helminths (STH)
As required, regularly review and revise the project schedule with senior management and other relevant staff

Program Management:

Supervise staff and oversee program activities in the absence of the Chief of Party
Provide supportive supervision for Act|East-sponsored activities including mass drug administration, disease-specific assessments, coverage surveys, etc. Document program activities and ensure that all program information is appropriately secured
Facilitate and monitor the progress of program implementation and make adjustments as necessary to ensure the program remains on track and is successfully completed
Establish a communication schedule to update stakeholders, including staff of the State Ministry of Health, RTI, USAID Mission, and FMOH, on program progress.

Program Monitoring & Evaluation:

Collaborate with and support the M&E Team to implement monitoring and evaluation according to Act | East and FMOH standards.
Ensure that the program deliverables are on time, within budget and at the required level of international standards as set by FMOH, RTI/ Act | East and USAID
When requested, support internal and external evaluations on the outcomes of the program as established during the planning phase
Disseminate findings from evaluations to support organizational learning and contribute to policy processing or development

Advocacy and Strategic Alliances:

Build and maintain meaningful working relationships with both government and key program stakeholders at all levels in order to strengthen opportunities for advocacy and higher project visibility;
Represent RTI/ Act | East among local partners and at other appropriate fora, as may be requested by the COP;
Carry out additional tasks and support to other senior officer(s) of the State Ministry of Health, as may be requested by the COP.

Key Performance Indicators:

Successful implementation of the Act | East program among Federal and State Ministries of Health based on:
- Effective tracking and reporting of program indicators;
- Implementation of annual work plans.

Qualification, Experience, Skills and Abilities

Master’s degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Bio-Statistics, or other analytics field, plus 6 year of experience; or bachelor’s degree plus 10 years of experience in global health/ governance/ nutrition/ environment programs (a must)
Experience in designing and implementing large scale public health interventions
Experience managing small teams to achieve specific outcomes and goals
Prior USAID experience preferred
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines under pressure
Capacity to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
Strong organizational skills
Detail-oriented
Hard-working
Proven ability to work effectively in a team-oriented setting while also taking initiative to complete assigned tasks with high quality and within tight timelines
Technical content experience in one or more of the following areas preferable: health systems strengthening, infectious diseases, NTDs, HIV, maternal and child health, nutrition, gender
High level of integrity
Ability to communicate respectfully in a multi-cultural environment
An understanding of development issues
Fluency in spoken and written English (required)