Program Analyst at Solina Centre for International Development and Research

Solina Centre for International Development and Research (SCIDaR) is an indigenous nonprofit institution that works to accelerate positive health, social and economic reforms through high-quality program design and implementation, capacity building, implementation science research and knowledge generation, as well as agenda-setting and stakeholder convening across human development sectors.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Program Analyst

Locations: Abuja, Bauchi, Borno, Kaduna, Kano, Lagos, Sokoto, Yobe and Zamfara

Description and Objectives

• The Program Analyst will provide technical and operational support for the execution of assigned SCIDaR programs.
• This will involve the day-to-day execution of all program workflows.

Technical Responsibilities – Program Support:
Program implementation:

• Support day-to-day execution of the program activities;
• Contribute to a program workstream and escalate program challenges to Program Associate;
• Gathering and analyzing information, formulating and testing hypotheses, and developing and communicating recommendations;
• Ensure close collaboration and coordination with cooperating partners to guarantee smooth implementation of activities and achievement of results;
• Participate in routine technical problem-solving sessions with the primary client and relevant stakeholders to brainstorm implementation challenges and align on decisions to guide the path forward.

Program Monitoring and Reporting:

• Regularly monitor and review program activities to ensure quality, accountability, and contractual compliance with agreed deliverables and performance indicators as per the scope of work;
• Documenting progress reports and liaising with key stakeholders;
• Participate in structured mid-term and end-term program evaluations.

Required competencies
Core requirements:

• Compelling evidence of interest in and commitment to the mission of SCIDaR;
• Demonstrated strong strategic thinking and thought leadership abilities;
• Fast learner, open to learning from peers, subordinates, and supervisors collaboratively and at a rapid pace;
• Strong logical reasoning and creative thinking skills;
• Results-oriented performer experienced in developing and tracking self and team with clear KPIs;
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Advanced computer usage skills with proficiency in Microsoft® Word, Excel, and PowerPoint;
• Exceptional analytical and quantitative problem-solving skills;
• Ability to work effectively with people at all levels in an organization;
• Reliable people manager, able to manage and promote inclusive and diverse teams within the organization;
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment;

Education and Experience

• Academic training: Minimum of Bachelor's Degree in International Development, Policy and Strategy Development, Medicine, Public Health, Microbiology, Epidemiology, Health Management or a similarly relevant field.
• Experience: Strong record of leadership in an academic, professional, or extracurricular setting.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their updated CV to: [email protected] using "Application for Analyst - [Name of State]" as the subject of the mail.

Application Deadline 8th September, 2023.