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• Lead in the development technical proposals for the programme.
• Manage the program budget and ensure regular communication with the
  Accountant and Country Director on all budget matters.
• Develop and implement programme annual plans and strategies in line
  with the organizational work plan and strategic plan.
• Undertake Policy Analysis and Research to facilitate results-based
  advocacy and campaigns.
• Lead in documentation of best practices from the Lessons learned out
  of implementations of this project in the form of policy briefs,
  analytical papers, Newsletters, and online platform updates
• Proactively organize and engage in advocacy campaigns so as to
  advance the goals and objectives of the project.
• Identify, establish, strengthen, join local, National, Regional and
  Global Networks and Alliances so as to maximize impact at all levels.
• Engage with the Country Director and M& E officer to undertake
  periodic reviews, conduct Monitoring, Evaluation and learning of the
  Program Area to enhance its implementation
• Effectively ensure that all project activities are undertaken on
  schedule and where flexibilities are technically required are adequately
  communicated and approvals thought from the relevant parties on time
• Participate in all organizational and project related meetings and
  organization development activities
• Represent the organization in partners meetings as assigned by the
  Country Director
• Undertake any other duties as maybe assigned by the Country Director

• The applicant must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Public Health,
  Economics, Social Sciences, Development Studies, Law from a recognized
  University. A Masters or Post Graduate diploma will be an added advantage.
• At least five years of experience in research and advocacy; project
  management, implementation, design and evaluation preferably with a
  reputable organization. Knowledge in Trade, Health and related policies
  and processes is desirable.
• A thorough knowledge of program management, evaluation, reporting
  and budgeting; An excellent knowledge of capacity development issues in
  areas of Health, Trade and Economics. Prior knowledge on Public Private
  Partnerships in the Health Sector, New Aid Architecture and the Global
  Financing Facility; Trade Agreements and Health linkages is highly sought.
• Strong organizing, work planning and scheduling skills, capable of
  handling large volumes of assignments accurately and thoroughly while
  balancing several complex agendas.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written and ability to
  produce well written reports.
• Ability to respond to generate innovative, practical solutions to
  challenging situations, with tact and emotional maturity without losing
  focus.
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with
  people at all levels in the organization in a multi-cultural environment.
• Language proficiency: Fluency in English is required. Knowledge in
  any other official language will be an additional advantage.

• Teamwork and collaboration
• Communication
• Respect for organizational, intercultural and ethical values
• Learning and Innovation
• Resource mobilization and fundraising

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