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: Advocacy and Accountability Advisor
Location: Kano
Division / Department: Technical
Reporting: State Team Lead & Director- Technical Services
Type: Full-time
Job Summary
The Advocacy and Accountability Advisor will provide leadership in advocating for improved health financing and accountability in primary health care (PHC) services.
H/She will ensure the effective implementation of advocacy strategies and accountability mechanisms to ensure transparent and efficient use of public health funds.
This role requires collaboration with government officials, civil society organizations, and community groups to align health policies and budgets with population needs.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and implement advocacy strategies to promote increased and timely budget allocations for primary health care services.
Conduct landscape assessments to identify gaps in health financing, budget processes, and accountability mechanisms within the health sector.
Engage with government officials, legislators, and other key stakeholders to advocate for policy reforms and improved public financial management practices.
Collaborate with civil society organizations and community groups to strengthen community-led accountability mechanisms for health services.
Develop advocacy briefs and policy papers to highlight the importance of investing in PHC and the impact on health outcomes and economic productivity.
Monitor and analyze health budgets and expenditures to ensure transparency and accountability in the use of public funds.
Provide technical assistance and capacity building to stakeholders on budget analysis, advocacy, and accountability.
Organize and facilitate workshops, training sessions, and stakeholder meetings to promote effective advocacy and accountability practices.
Contribute to the development of technical reports, journal publications, and presentations at professional meetings and conferences.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Education and/or Work Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in public health, Social Sciences, Public Policy, or related field.
At least 5 years of professional experience in advocacy, public financial management, and accountability within the health sector.
Demonstrated experience in conducting budget analysis and developing advocacy strategies.
Familiarity with Nigerian public sector health systems, international donor organizations, NGOs, and CBOs.
Desired Competencies:
Considerable experience in designing and implementing public healthcare and support projects.
Experience with tracking public expenditure
Excellent analytical skill
Problem-solving skills.
Stakeholder management and networking skills
Experience working in multicultural and multidisciplinary teams.
Strategic thinking skills
Strong leadership and mentorship skills.
Commitment to promoting transparency and accountability in health systems.
Application Closing Date
11th 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.