Project Assistant and Capacity Building Officer at Abt Associates
posted on: 03 Jun, 2020.Job Summary
The Capacity Building Officer will ensure effective coordination of competency-based Family Planning (FP), including LARC trainings at state level. This position reports directly to the Akwa Ibom State coordinator with a dotted line to the Capacity Building Specialist (CBS).
Job Responsibilities
Employee will be primarily responsible for:
Skills & Qualification Requirements
- RN/RM, degree in clinical nursing/midwifery, relevant paramedical degree or M.B.B.S degree
- 3-5 years demonstrated knowledge and experience in designing and managing clinical trainings and workshops (specific experience with FP/LARC training is desirable).
- Extensive knowledge of the Nigerian public and private health sectors.
- Familiarity with different sociocultural and developmental issues related to RH/FP in Nigeria and the international community.
- Demonstrated ability to engage with a range of stakeholders.
- Demonstrated experience in developing, organizing and delivering training and capacity building activities.
- Ability to run basic statistical analysis and generate good report is needed.
- Availability to travel within the state approximately 50% of the time.
- Ability to independently plan and execute complex tasks while addressing daily management details and remaining organized and focused on long-term deadlines and strategy.
Applicants are expected to show competence and meet atleast most of the following requirements:
Minimum Qualification Requirements
- (2+) years of experience OR the equivalent combination of education and experience
About the Company
The International Development Division focuses on improving the lives and economic well-being of people in lower and middle-income countries. We command technical expertise in health, agriculture, climate change, food security and governance -- as well as in international evaluation. Our multi-layered health portfolio includes policy, health promotion and disease prevention, health finance, and health systems management. In partnership with government clients and local experts, our high-quality programs in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East are known for impact and innovation.
About the Project
Abt Associates seeks a Capacity Building Officer to support a family planning project under SHOPS Plus. SHOPS Plus is USAID's flagship initiative in private sector health. The project seeks to harness the full potential of the private sector and catalyze public-private engagement to improve health outcomes in TB, family planning, HIV/AIDS, maternal and child health, and other health areas. In Nigeria, SHOPS Plus is building the capacity of public and private providers to scale up family planning, including Long-Acting Reversible Contraceptives (LARCs) in Akwa Ibom.
Abt Associates is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce. Abt Associates provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits. Local candidates strongly encouraged to apply.
For more information on the application process and inquiries click on ''Apply Now'' below.
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Deadline: Wed, 17 Jun, 2020
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