- Company: Amref Health Africa Zambia
- Location: Zambia
- State: Zambia
- Job type: Full-Time
- Job category: Administrative/Secretarial Jobs in Zambia
Amref Health Africa is the largest international health development organisation based in Africa. Working with and through African communities, health systems and governments, Amref Health Africa’s vision is to bring lasting health change in Africa and is committed to improving the health of people in Africa by partnering with and empowering communities, and strengthening health systems. With headquarters in Kenya, Amref Health Africa has offices in Ethiopia, Uganda, South Sudan, Kenya, Tanzania, Southern Africa and West Africa providing services to over 30 countries. Employing over 900 staff and with an annual operating budget of approximately $100 million, Amref Health Africa is a knowledge resource for donors and partners. For more information on Amref Health Africa, please visit www.amref.org.
Amref Health Africa in Zambia is inviting suitably qualified applicants for the following positions to be based at the Head Office in Lusaka.
1. Programme Manager (Ref/2021/12/001)
Main purpose of the job
Under the supervision of the Country Manager, the Program Manager will be responsible for managing/leading programs planning, implementation and performance monitoring processes, ensuring alignment with corporate and country strategic plans. The position also oversees quality implementation and reporting of all projects/programs as well as develop, implement, coordinate, manage and sustain an effective and efficient Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting system for Amref Health Africa in Zambia. The role convenes the BD and Programs Sub Committee of the National Board and oversees and ensures the accountability of Program Leaders/Managers.
Specific Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, lead implementation and review of the Country’s strategy, working in collaboration with the Senior Leadership Team. The role is responsible for spearheading the development and implementation of programmatic and strategic plans.
- Manage the programme strategy and ensure that the annual work plans are closely monitored and reviewed periodically.
- Ensure quality implementation and performance of all projects/programs by ensuring both programmatic and financial annual targets are met
- Coordinate and lead reporting to different audiences (Senior Leadership Team, Business Development and Programs Sub-committee of the Board, Government, HQ Corporate Office and Donors).
- Manage and support the operations and governance functions of the Board’s in the BD and Programs Subcommittee.
- Member of the Country Senior Leadership Team
- Develop, implement, coordinate, manage and sustain an effective and efficient Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting system for Amref Health Africa in Zambia
- Organizing and Leading periodic program review meetings (monthly
- Programs Technical Committee meetings (PTC), Quarterly Review Meetings (QRMs) and Annual Program Review meetings (APMs)
- Providing technical leadership in the development and implementation of a monitoring, evaluation and reporting system and building capacity of staff (both M&E and non-M&E) in Zambia.
- Oversee Amref Information Management System (AIMS) reporting compliance and sign-off data reported in the system for corporate use.
- Lead research work including publications and dissemination in conferences
- Lead knowledge management (Documentation of best practices and success stories) for organizational learning
- Member of Amref Research CoP
- Oversee implementation of country’s branding and communication strategy
- Support development of annual reports and quarterly newsletters
- Provide technical support for proposals and fundraising activities
- Support in arranging meetings with existing and potential clients/donors and building positive relationships
Requirements and Qualifications
- Masters’ Degree in Public Health, Strategic Management, Sociology, or its equivalent.
- Seven (7) years relevant work experience in Project/Programme or Strategic Management for complex health systems strengthening and/or service delivery programs
- Demonstrated expertise in both quantitative and qualitative research methods; firm command of M&E issues with respect to improvements in service delivery and health systems strengthening.
- Experience with monitoring progress in financing, accounting, planning, budgeting and auditing is an asset.
- Demonstrable analytical skills to measure the health impact of the project’s activities.
- Excellent communication skills in English and strong interpersonal and supervisory skills.
Competencies and Skills
- Strong Analytical skills
- Good Report writing skills;
- Planning and organization;
- Attention to detail;
- High Quality work
- Good Interpersonal and Communication skills
- Proficiency in ICT
- Team player; Confidentiality; Ethical; High Integrity; Reliability;
- Ability to work within deadlines
To apply, please send your current (CV) resume and cover letter with 3 traceable referees before Friday 7th January, 2021 to recruitment.Zambia@amref.org quoting the RELEVANT REFERENCE SUBJECT LINE. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted due to large volumes of applications we receive. Kindly be advised that Hard copy applications will not be accepted.
NOTE: Duly note that Amref Health Africa does not require applicants to pay any money at whatever stage of the recruitment and selection process and have not retained any agent in connection with recruitment. Amref Health Africa is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Amref is an equal opportunity employer and has a non-smoking policy.
