TB LGA Supervisor at Breakthrough ACTION

Breakthrough ACTION ignites collective action and encourages people to adopt healthier behavior - from using modern contraceptive methods and sleeping under bed nets to being tested for HIV and preventing the spread of zoonotic diseases - by forging, testing, and scaling up new and hybrid approaches to social and behavior change.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: TB LGA Supervisor

Location: Bauchi
Employment Type: Contract
Consultancy Period: 4 months (June 2021 to September 2021 - Possible extension of the contract subject to donor funding).

Scope of Work

• The LGA SBC Supervisor will provide the required technical and coordination of TB demand creation activities in LGAs in Bauchi State.

Responsibilities
Specific duties and responsibilities include the following:

• Provide day-to-day implementation and monitoring of the TB demand creation activities in implementing LGA.
• In collaboration with the LGA TBLS, and partners, identify and conduct advocacy to all relevant stakeholders at the facility and community level.
• Assist in the preparation and logistical planning for various events, functions, etc in their LGAs.
• Identify and resolve issues as they arise, which often requires interpretation of existing procedures and processes and determining the appropriate application;
• Document the implementation process, success stories and provide key highlights including lessons learned on a monthly basis and submit the same to the State Consultant.
• Work together with the LGA TBLS in the coordination of activity across all intervention areas.
• In collaboration with the State Consultant, coordinate and manage logistics for internal and external meetings, workshops, and other program activities as needed;
• Coordinate distribution of project materials to the relevant intervention sites within the LGA and ensure effective monitoring and documentation of utilization.
• Monitor implementation of TB activities amongst PPMVs, religious leaders, NURTW, and community leaders in the LGA.

Minimum Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Social / Health Sciences or related discipline is required
• 1 - 2 years Previous experience carrying out the related task with a donor-funded project is desirable
• Previous work experience implementing USAID-funded or donor-funded health programs is strongly preferred
• Knowledge of key health sector players in the public and aid sectors in Nigeria required; previous work in TB will be added advantage
• Excellent communication skills (written & spoken) in English and Hausa languages is required
• Geographical knowledge of the state is a must. Candidates who currently reside in Bauchi State will be given top priority.
• Ability to work independently and proactively
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving skills and attention to details is essential

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the Job Title and Location as the subject of the mail

Application Deadline  8th June, 2021.