Cluster Consultant - USAID MOMENTUM Routine Immunization Transformation and Equity Project / Nigeria at John Snow Incorporated (JSI)

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Job Title: Cluster Consultant - USAID MOMENTUM Routine Immunization Transformation and Equity Project / Nigeria

Locations: Imo and Jigawa

General Information

• The MOMENTUM Routine Immunization Transformation and Equity (M-RITE) project is part of a suite of innovative awards funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) to holistically improve family planning and maternal and child health in partner countries around the world.
• The project applies best practices and explores innovations to increase equitable immunization coverage in USAID-supported countries around the globe. It works to build countries’ capacity to identify and overcome barriers to reaching zero-dose and under-immunized children and older populations with life-saving vaccines and other integrated health services. M-RITE works at multiple levels and in alignment with global strategies such as the Immunization Agenda 2030 and Gavi 5.0.
• The project also contributes to ongoing global efforts to introduce new and under-utilized vaccines. In Nigeria M-RITE works to strengthen routine immunization (RI) services in M-RITE-supported counties. 

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provide oversight over a cluster of 5-6 LGAs to cover 27 LGAs in the state.
• Collect, compile and analyse routine and supplementary immunization coverage and monitoring data and provide feedback to SITO /SPHCDA(state& LGA) officials for interventions at LGA, Ward, Health facility and community levels.
• Provide technical assistance to SPHCDA for implementation of activities related to the Universal Immunization Programme (UIP). Develop technical guidelines and protocols on matters related to vaccines, programme implementation and policy for improving immunization coverage in the state.
• Assist SPHCDA with planning and implementation of immunization campaigns, such asperiodic intensification of routine immunization, NPSIAs and SIAs.
• Assist SPHCDA in techno-managerial capacity for introduction of new vaccines.
• Review the progress of immunization program in different Health facilities and LGAs of the state.
• Undertake field visits to monitor the planning and implementation of immunization program, providing feedback at appropriate levels.
• Assist SPHCDA in review and coordination of the allocated thematic components of UIP like Monitoring & Evaluation, Vaccine logistics management, Cold Chain, AEFI, Health System Strengthening etc. with states and partners.
• Assist SPHCDA in establishing monitoring and review mechanisms related to status of vaccine stock, cold chain logistics and training.
• Assist the LGAs in preparation and review of project implementation plan under state Health and national priorities.
• Liasoning with the LGAs in effective implementation of programme and improvement of immunization coverage, identifying and reaching ZD, partially immunized.
• Organize and coordinate meetings of technical expert committees, document the minutes of meetings and subsequent follow up on action points.
• Coordinate with partners and stakeholders for improvement of program performance.
• Undertake any other activities / tasks as assigned by the supervisors.

Eligibility

• Nursing or MBBS Graduate or Health Administration or Community Health or Community Health Administration or Preventive & Social Medicine.
• Minimum of 7+ years of experience out of which 3 years relevant experience in RCH/Immunization related programmes. Preference will be given to candidates who have worked in RCH/Immunization programme at National level.
• Candidate having experience in public health system, and relevant government policies/ strategies, particularly in the field of RH and/or Immunization.
• Computer proficiency with commonly used packages like MS Word, Excel, Power Point & Web surfing.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, analytical and interpersonal abilities, excellent oral and written communication skills in English. Working knowledge of Hindi is also desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment.
• Demonstrated experience in operationalizing health programme at field level/ working in strengthening of district level health systems.
• Willingness to travel to LGAs and districts to provide technical assistance and ability to work on different assignments simultaneously to meet the timelines for assignments.
• Formal educational qualification, experience and age could be relaxed when there is published work of high quality or work experience of specific relevance.

Desirable:

• Work experience of 2-3 years in the field of Immunization at state level.
• Experience in the field of introduction of new vaccines in the country.

Application Closing Date
30th April, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their CVs and Cover letter to: [email protected] using "Cluster Consultant’, Preferred Location" as the subject of the mail.

Note

• Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
• Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. Only short-listed candidates will be notified. JSI offers competitive salary and benefits.
• JSI is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer committed to workplace diversity. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, religion, gender, disability, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, sexual preference, genetic information, political affiliation, or protected veteran status in any employment decisions. Women are encouraged to apply.