State Project Officer at Africare

Africare is a leader among private, charitable U.S. organizations assisting Africa. Africare is also the oldest and largest African-American led organization in the field. Africare’s programs address needs in three principal areas: Agriculture & Food Security, Health & HIV/AIDS, and Water, Sanitation & Hygiene.
Throughout its 40 year history, Africare has reached 30 million people across the continent with innovative,
sustainable, culturally appropriate and life-changing projects to improve the quality of life in communities throughout Sub-Saharan Africa. We strategically invest in innovating and implementing community-based solutions to complex problems, with a strong focus on skills transfer to create leaders out of beneficiaries. Our work has transformed communities and garnered wide recognition for its impact and sustainability.

JOB TITLE: STATE PROJECT OFFICER
 
LOCATION: Edo

RESPONSIBILITIES

• The State Project Officer will provide program, administrative and logistical oversight of the project in the focus state under the supervision of the Project Director.
• Oversee collation/analysis of data, and provides timely reporting on project activities.
• Ensures data tools and MIS systems in place in all project sites and that all reports accurate and submitted on time.

QUALIFICATION/EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Sciences, Social Sciences, Arts, Management, Humanities or equivalent, with relevant experience.
• Strong skills in data management and analysis, including experience with collection of primary data.
• At least 2-4 years experience in developing, implementing and reporting for community health programs, preferably with an international organization, local organizations, or health facility.
• Demonstrated ability to work with the private sector, small business owners, community groups, government agencies, civil society groups, health institutions and trade unions.
• Excellent organizational, verbal and written communication skills with proficiency (reading, writing, speaking and comprehension) in English.
• Proficiency in computer application (word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation packages and internet applications) highly desirable.
• Must be available to travel often and carry out any other duties required to meet project targets.

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Application Deadline: Open Until Filled