Program Manager, Public Health at Africa Youth Growth Foundation (AYGF)

Africa Youth Growth Foundation (AYGF) is a regional non-Governmental Organisation that focuses on the following thematic areas; Migration, Public Health, Education, Democratic Governance, livelihood, Climate Change and Environment.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Program Manager, Public Health

Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Purpose

• The Program Manager, Public Health, will play a key role in the planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of public health programs within AYGF.
• She/he will collaborate with internal teams, external partners, and stakeholders to ensure the successful execution of public health initiatives aimed at improving health outcomes in target communities.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee the implementation of public health programs in alignment with the organization's mission, goals, and strategic objectives.
• Conduct thorough needs assessments, stakeholder analyses, and situational analyses to inform program design and planning.
• Coordinate with government agencies, local authorities, community leaders, and other partners to ensure effective collaboration and coordination of program activities.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance on public health interventions, including but not limited to disease prevention, health promotion, maternal and child health, and nutrition.
• Develop detailed work plans, budgets, and monitoring and evaluation frameworks for each program, and ensure timely and efficient execution of activities.
• Monitor program progress, identify challenges and opportunities, and propose corrective actions as needed to ensure program effectiveness and impact.
• Lead the collection, analysis, and reporting of program data and results to measure outcomes, document lessons learned, and inform decision-making.
• Supervise and mentor program staff, providing guidance, capacity building, and performance feedback to ensure high-quality program implementation.
• Represent the organization in relevant forums, conferences, and meetings related to public health, and contribute to knowledge sharing and advocacy efforts.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends, best practices, and innovations in public health programming, and incorporate new knowledge and approaches into program design and implementation.

Education and Experience / Qualifications

• A Degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, or related field.
• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in designing, implementing, and managing public health programs, preferably in the NGO sector.
• Strong technical knowledge and expertise in areas such as infectious disease control,health education, maternal and child health, and/or nutrition.
• Proficient in proposal writing.
• Proven experience in project management, research, policy advocacy, and program development in Public Health.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in relevant computer software applications, including Microsoft Office suite and statistical analysis software.

Application Closing Date
23rd April, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications, with a Cover Letter not more than one page specifying the motivation for the application and addressed to “The Human Resource Manager, Africa Youth Growth Foundation (AYGF)”, via: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.