Health Systems Strengthening (HSS) / Policy Advisor

Sanitas Health and Development Foundation (SANHDEF) is a non-governmental organization (NGO) that specializes in providing technical assistance to achieve sustainable development solutions. With an operational presence across the country, our dedicated team is committed to making a lasting impact on the communities where we work.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title:Health Systems Strengthening (HSS) / Policy Advisor

Location:Kano
Division / Department: Technical
Reporting:Technical Services
Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The Health Systems Strengthening (HSS) / Policy Advisor will support the strategic planning, design, and implementation of health systems strengthening initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance and support in the design and implementation of HSS interventions.
• Ensure that HSS activities are evidence-based, contextually relevant, and aligned with best practices.
• Develop technical documents, guidelines, and protocols for effective implementation of HSS initiatives.
• Support the development and review of health policies, strategies, and plans.
• Conduct policy analysis to identify gaps and opportunities for strengthening health systems.
• Advocate for the adoption and implementation of evidence-based policies and practices.
• Assist in the design of HSS interventions that address identified health system gaps and align with state priorities.
• Support the development & operationalization of the Minimum Service Package(MSP)/Service Delivery Package (SDP) in collaboration with the Kano State government.
• Contribute to the development of a comprehensive results framework, including key performance indicators (KPIs), to measure the impact of HSS activities.
• Support capacity-building initiatives for government agencies and health personnel.
• Provide technical assistance and training to enhance the skills and processes of these agencies, facilitating improved public financial management.
• Work with the HSS Policy lead to engage with lawmakers and other political leaders to improve support for the two functional PHCs per political ward initiative.
• Assist in the design and implementation of monitoring and evaluation (M&E) frameworks for HSS activities.
• Support the collection, analysis, and reporting of data to track progress and inform decision-making.
• Support the state create a realistic roadmap, considering infrastructure development, service delivery, human resources, financing and other specific actions to be taken
• Support SWAP and BHCPF coordination mechanisms in the state to improve channeling of resources to PHC revitalization

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements

• Degree in Public Health, Health Policy, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in health systems strengthening, policy advisory roles, or related areas.
• Proven experience working on donor-funded projects or in NGO settings.
• In-depth understanding of primary health care (PHC) settings and the Kano health landscape.
• Familiarity with digital health solutions

Desired Competencies:

• Excellent analytical skills
• Problem-solving skills, with proficiency in MS suite and statistical software
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Stakeholder management and networking skills
• Experience working in multicultural and multidisciplinary teams.
• Familiarity with recent policy initiatives of the Government of Nigeria (SWAp, BHCPF)
• Familiarity with the health landscape in Nigeria, particularly in Kano State.

Application Closing Date
16th September, 2024.

How to apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their cover letter (no more than a page) and an updated CV in one document to:[email protected]using the job title as the subject of the mail.