Pro-Health International was founded in 1991 by four medical professionals: Drs. Mark Umoh, Efem Iyeme, Owido Udofia, and Iko Ibanga, who were concerned about taking free, quality healthcare to rural communities in Africa where easy access to healthcare was a challenge.
Experience5 years
LocationAbuja.
About the Project
- Funded by the US CDC, PHI has supported the Federal Ministry of Health’s Port Health Services (PHS) in creating a Master Training Program (MTP).
- This program aims to develop skilled leaders in border health security, particularly at Points of Entry (POEs), helping to enhance the response to health threats.
- So far, PHI has trained 42 knowledge leaders, impacting over 1,000 personnel from PHS and associated agencies.
Job Overview
- We are seeking an experienced consultant to conduct a comprehensive evaluation of the MTP. The evaluation will assess the program’s effectiveness, impact, and success in meeting its objectives.
- The consultant will provide recommendations to improve and ensure the program’s sustainability, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and measurable outcomes for participants.
Key Responsibilities
Program Evaluation:
- Develop and apply a robust evaluation methodology, combining both qualitative and quantitative methods.
- Review the program’s objectives, structure, content, and delivery methods.
- Assess the program’s effectiveness in meeting participant and organizational needs.
- Evaluate the long-term impact on participant performance, behavior changes, and organizational capacity.
Data Collection:
- Design and implement evaluation tools such as surveys, interviews, and focus groups to gather feedback from participants, trainers, supervisors, and management.
- Conduct field visits, interviews, and focus groups as needed.
- Analyze data to identify strengths, weaknesses, and improvement areas.
Report Writing and Presentation:
- Prepare a detailed, objective evaluation report with findings.
- Identify key success factors, challenges, and lessons learned.
- Offer practical recommendations for future training initiatives.
- Write a manuscript based on the evaluation results for publication.
- Present the findings to key stakeholders.
Stakeholder Engagement:
- Work closely with internal stakeholders to understand expectations and context for the evaluation.
- Maintain clear communication throughout the process to ensure alignment with organizational priorities.
Sustainability and Impact:
- Evaluate the long-term sustainability of the training program.
- Assess whether the program has achieved its goal of building the intended capacity.
Recommendations for Improvement:
- Provide actionable suggestions to enhance the design, delivery, and follow-up of future training programs.
- Propose strategies to improve participant engagement, knowledge retention, and skill application in the workplace.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
- Educational Background: Degree in Public Health, Social Sciences, or Organizational Development. A PhD or equivalent is preferred.
Experience:
- At least 5 years of experience in program evaluations, especially in training, capacity building, or professional development.
- Expertise in both qualitative and quantitative research methods, monitoring and evaluation, data collection, and analysis.
- Proven ability to write and publish reports or manuscripts.
- Familiarity with adult learning trends, training evaluation frameworks (e.g., Kirkpatrick, CIPP), and organizational development best practices.
Skills:
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- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Excellent report writing and presentation abilities.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
- Proficiency in data analysis software (e.g., SPSS, NVivo, Excel) is a plus
Desired Attributes:
- Attention to detail and ability to synthesize complex information into actionable recommendations.
- Strategic thinking and creativity in problem-solving.
- High level of professionalism, integrity, and commitment to delivering quality results.
- Familiarity with the relevant sector or industry is a plus.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send a Cover Letter along with their Resume / CV as one document to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the email.
The Application should contain:
- A detailed CV highlighting relevant qualifications and experience.
- A cover letter demonstrating an understanding of the job and outlining the approach to conducting the evaluation.
- A sample report or evaluation from a similar project.
- Expected consultancy fee.
Note
- Disclaimer Clause: This job description is not an exhaustive list, rather it is intended to be indicative of the skills, efforts, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.
- Equal Opportunity: Pro-Health International is an equal –opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, etc. Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.
