Malaria Consortium is one of the world’s leading non-profit organisations specialising in the comprehensive prevention, control and treatment of malaria and other communicable diseases among vulnerable and under privileged populations. We increasingly find our work on malaria can be effectively integrated with other similar public health interventions for greater impact and therefore expanded our remit to include child health and neglected tropical disease interventions.
Job Title: iCCM State Delivery Officer
Department: Technical
Length of Contract: 3 years
Role type: National
Grade: 7
Travel involved: In-country
Child safeguarding level: Non Focal Point
Reporting to: Line manager: Programme Manager
Direct Reports: Demand Creation Officer, Supply Chain Officer and Driver
Country and Project Background
The Nigeria Country Office in Abuja, started operations in 2008, through the DFID/UKaid funded Support To National Malaria Programme, SuNMaP (2008 – 2016)
The office had presence in 23 states of the country and has managed at various times, about 15 programmes and projects
It follows the mandate of the parent organization in Nigeria and has been working specifically in the following areas:
Malaria Control/Elimination
Integrated community case management (iCCM) for malaria, pneumonia and diarrhoea
Nutrition
Neglected tropical diseases (NTDs)
Malaria Consortium has recently become a sub-recipient for the new grant of the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria (GF) under the National Malaria Elimination Programme (NMEP) and Catholic Relief Services as the principal recipients.
The goal of the grant is to contribute towards reducing the malaria burden to pre-elimination levels and bringing malaria-related mortality to zero by 2020 in Nigeria.
This project aims to achieve seven objectives while delivering high quality malaria services in 14 states (MC implementing in 7 of the states – Kano, Kaduna, Jigawa, Niger, Yobe, Gombe and iCCM only in Kebbi and Niger) through improved service delivery mechanisms, demand creation and health system strengthening strategies:
To ensure at least 80% of targeted population utilizes appropriate preventive measures by 2020
To test all care-seeking persons with suspected malaria using RDT or microscopy by 2020
To treat all individuals with confirmed malaria seen in private or public facilities with effective anti-malarial drug by 2020
To provide adequate information to all Nigerians such that at least 80% of the populace habitually takes appropriate malaria preventive and treatment measures as necessary by 2020
To ensure the timely availability of appropriate antimalarial medicines and commodities required for prevention and treatment of malaria in Nigeria wherever they are needed by 2018
At least 80% of health facilities in all LGAs report routinely on malaria by 2020
To strengthen governance and coordination of all stakeholders for effective program implementation towards an “A” rating by 2018 on a standardized scorecard
Job Purpose
To work with the Zonal Project Manager (ZPM) and team in providing technical support and direct implementation of projects for iCCM activities with a focus on the identification, training, logistic system for iCCM commodities and supervision of health facility and community health workers in the state.
Scope of Work
The ICCM State Delivery Officer would support the implementation of integrated community case management (iCCM) in identified hard-to-reach (HTR) communities of Kebbi State by working with State MoH, LGAs, partners and other stakeholders at the state, LGA and community levels.
Key Working Relationships
The officer working under the line-management of the Zonal Programme Manager (ZPM) and in close collaboration with the state, LGA, community actors, stakeholders and partners would deliver aspects of the programme as per the specified job tasks and expected deliverables.
Work with the programme team and other relevant personnel at the zonal and country offices to lead activities for smooth transition of closed out iCCM project into the new GF funded malaria programme
To build and manage an effective and technically sound iCCM programme team in the state
Support the ZPM in preparing project Progress Update and Disbursement Request (PUDR) which is submitted to the Principal Recipient (PR) quarterly, including narrative reports on a timely basis
Work with the zonal and national finance teams to prepare quarterly financial reports
Manage risks to Malaria Consortium including financial, reputation and security in a challenging environment
Work with the project M&E Officer and Country M&E Specialist to ensure that high quality project data is collected, analysed and disseminated to relevant stakeholders at all levels and reported to PI
Contribute to the review of iCCM supervision model and roll-out plan
Coordinate implementation of supervisory activities to community health volunteers based on finalized supervisory plan
Take the lead in assessing the logistics and supply chain for iCCM commodities in the states
Contribute to adaptation of iCCM training manuals to Kebbi State context
Coordinate the planning and roll-out of training of health facility and community health volunteers
Contribute to the finalization of criteria for selection of communities, health facilities and volunteers for iCCM project implementation based on continuum of care approach
Work with the Demand Creation officer to coordinate the selection of communities in the selected LGAs for iCCM implementation
Work with the Demand Creation Officer to coordinate mapping and identification of health facility and community health volunteers in iCCM catchment areas
Preparation and submission of project malaria technical activity reports to zonal project manager
Coordinate the project specific and support to State ministry of health on procurement, supply chain and logistics activities
Contribute to the finalisation of the project performance and M&E frameworks and take the lead in the operationalization of the frameworks
Support State M&E activities
Represent MC on malaria Technical Working Groups (TWGs) and other relevant health coordinating committees at state level with approval of the zonal programme manager
Liaise with the State SMoH, partners and other SRs (especially Society for Family Health) for successful implementation ACSM activities for ICCM implementation in Kebbi state
Work closely with PMI during mass distribution of LLINs in Kebbi State.
Project management (20%):
Contribute and work with the relevant personnel to prepare all relevant project start up and planning tools on time
Contribute to project exit strategy as part of project design and ensure inclusion of relevant activities to promote sustainability within the workplan and smooth transition of the project to government
Contribute to quarterly lessons identification and learning documentation and dissemination
Preparation and submission of project service delivery activity reports to Project Manager
Technical performance management and quality assurance (10%):
Contribute to the roll-out of project service delivery activities which meet international standard of quality
Document evidence and best practices that are related to the project
Work with the relevant zonal and country personnel to prepare an exit strategy and to implement it, to see to the smooth end of the programme
Be responsible for state level quarterly lessons identification and learning documentation and dissemination
Qualifications and Experience Essential:
Degree in Medical, Public Health, Health Policy, Epidemiology or another relevant specialty is a minimum requirement
Significant experience of working in developing countries
Excellent project planning, management and monitoring & evaluation skills
Work-based Skills and Competencies Essential:
Technical knowledge and skills in control of malaria, pneumonia and diarrhoea
Familiar with public health principles
Familiar with monitoring and evaluation of community based health programmes
Excellent report writing and presentation skills are also needed
Core Competencies Delivering Results:
LEVEL C - Supports others to achieve results:
Displays a positive and enthusiastic approach and is not deterred by setbacks, finding alternative ways to reach goals or targets
Supports others to plan and deliver results
Supports others to manage and cope with setbacks
Analysis and Use of Information:
LEVEL B – Uses evidence to support work:
Identifies and uses various sources of evidence and feedback to support outputs
Uses evidence to evaluate policies, projects and programmes
Identifies links between events and information identifying trends, issues and risks
Ensures systems are in place to address organisation needs
Interpersonal and Communications:
LEVEL B – Fosters two-way communication:
Recalls others’ main points and takes them into account in own communication
Checks own understanding of others’ communication by asking questions
Maintains constructive, open and consistent communication with others
Resolves minor misunderstandings and conflicts effectively
Collaboration and Partnering:
LEVEL B – Collaborates effectively across teams:
Proactive in providing and seeking support from expert colleagues
Raises difficult issues with teams/ partners and stakeholders with a view to positive resolution
Proactive in building a rapport with a diverse range of people
Leading and Motivating People:
LEVEL C – Effectively leads and motivates others or direct reports:
Gives regular, timely and appropriate feedback
Acknowledges good performance and deals with issues concerning poor performance
Carries out staff assessment and development activities conscientiously and effectively
Develops the skills and competences of others through the development and application of skills
Coaches and supports team members when they have difficulties
Flexibility/Adaptability:
LEVEL C – Supports others to cope with pressure:
Responds positively to change, embracing and using new practices or values to accomplish goals and solve problems and supports others to do the same
Adapts team approach, goals and methods to achieve solutions and results in dynamic situations
Sets realistic deadlines and goals for self or team
Living the Values:
LEVEL C - Supports others to live Malaria Consortium’s values:
Demonstrates personal integrity by using role position responsibly and fairly
Cultivates an open culture within the wider team, promoting accountability, responsibility and respect for individual differences.