Program Analyst at Solina Centre for International Development and Research (SCIDaR)

⏲ Oct 14, 2025, 8:33 AM
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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

Location: Kano

Description and Objectives

The Program Analyst will provide technical and operational support for the execution of assigned SCIDaR programs.
This will involve 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;

Education and Experience

Academic training: Outstanding record of academic achievement with a minimum of a First-Class Bachelors’ Degree in International Development, Applied Sciences and Technology, Policy and Strategy Development, Public Health, Epidemiology, Health Management or similarly relevant field;
Experience: Strong record of leadership in an academic, professional, or extracurricular setting.

Core requirements:

Compelling evidence of interest in and commitment to the mission of SCIDaR;
Demonstrated strong strategic thinking, problem-solving and thought leadership abilities;
Advanced computer usage skills with proficiency in Microsoft® Word, Excel, PowerPoint;
Demonstrated aptitude for analytics;
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 communications 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;