Program Officer at fhi 360

Program Officer at fhi 360


FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in health, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, civil society, gender, youth, research and technology – creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today’s interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 70 countries and all U.S. states and territories. As we evolve to meet the challenges of the future, we stand committed to the principles that have guided our organization for the last 40+ years. Our work continues to be grounded in research and science, strengthened by partnerships and focused on building the capacity of individuals, communities and countries to succeed.

  • Job Type Full Time
  • Qualification BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA , PhD/Fellowship
  • Experience 1 – 7 years
  • Location Abuja
  • Job Field NGO/Non-Profit  , Project Management 

Duties and responsibilities:

  • Provide programmatic and administrative support to the teams in the implementation of TA support to NACA C19RM grant
  • Support the team in planning, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and reporting of activities focused on achievement of the goals of the project
  • Ensure adequate and timely activity implementation through periodic work plan review, monitoring of expenditure and initiating corrective actions to mitigate financial risk to the organization and adherence to donor and organizational policies and guidelines
  • Maintain program monitoring checklists and budget tracking tools to effectively supervise deliverables and burn rate of project activities based on approved workplan
  • Support advocacy and engagement with stakeholders and gatekeepers including C19RM sub-recipients on critical issues to get buy-in for smooth operationalization
  • Review, collate and submit routine (weekly, bi-weekly, monthly and quarterly) progress reports from sub teams
  • Facilitate filing of accurate documentation and maintain a database of all progress reports, internal and external meetings etc.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Attributes:

  • Extensive knowledge of health and development programming in a developing country
  • Working knowledge of major donor policies (USAID, Global Fund) as well as international not-for-profit organizations
  • Knowledge of COVID -19, health systems, and related issues
  • Proven ability to coordinate a multi-sectoral development project
  • Ability to manage tight deadlines and deliver high volumes of work with minimal supervision
  • Ability to organize systems to monitor administrative and implementation results 
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement, community mobilization and advocacy skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to work as a team member
  • High degree of proficiency in written and spoken English communication
  • Well-developed computer skills
  • Ability to travel within Nigeria 25% time.

Qualifications and Requirements:

  • Ph.D in Public Health, Business Administration, Medical Sciences, Behavioral or Social Sciences or its recognized equivalent with 1-3 years relevant experience with international development programs including COVID-19 program planning and implementation at the community or state level working with public and NGO sectors.
  • Masters in Public Health, Business Administration, Medical Sciences, Behavioral or Social Sciences or its recognized equivalent with 3-5 years relevant experience with international development programs including COVID-19 program planning and implementation at the community or state level working with public and NGO sectors.
  • BSc/BA in Public Health, Business Administration, Medical Sciences, Behavioral or Social Sciences or its recognized equivalent with 5-7 years relevant experience with international development programs including COVID-19 program planning and implementation at the community or state level working with public and NGO sectors.
  • Demonstrated success in multicultural environments is an advantage.

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