SRH Programme Coordinator

Job Posting Organization:
The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) is the United Nations agency focused on sexual and reproductive health. Established in 1969, UNFPA operates in over 150 countries, working to ensure universal access to reproductive health, promote reproductive rights, and reduce maternal mortality. The organization is committed to delivering a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe, and every young person's potential is fulfilled. UNFPA's strategic plan for 2022-2025 emphasizes three transformative results: ending preventable maternal deaths, fulfilling unmet needs for family planning, and eliminating gender-based violence and harmful practices. UNFPA Nigeria is currently implementing its 9th Country Programme (2023-2027), which focuses on strengthening data systems, enhancing health system capacities, and addressing discriminatory gender norms.

Job Overview:
The SRH Programme Coordinator will provide strategic leadership and technical expertise for UNFPA's Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) program in Nigeria. This role involves ensuring the effective implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of SRH programs, aligning them with UNFPA's strategic plan and Nigeria's national development priorities. The coordinator will lead a team of professionals and collaborate with government counterparts, NGOs, and other stakeholders to improve SRH outcomes. Reporting directly to the UNFPA Deputy Representative, the coordinator will be responsible for developing and implementing the SRH strategy, ensuring integration with other UNFPA program areas, and supporting the integration of SRH into national health coverage.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The SRH Programme Coordinator will have a wide range of responsibilities, including:

• Strategic Leadership and Management: Leading the SRH Unit, providing vision and direction, and developing work plans aligned with UNFPA's strategies.
• Technical Guidance and Oversight: Offering technical expertise for the design and implementation of SRH programs, ensuring adherence to international standards.
• Program Management: Overseeing SRH projects, including budgeting and financial management, to ensure timely implementation and achievement of results.
• Resource Mobilization: Identifying partnerships and funding opportunities, leading proposal development, and managing donor relationships.
• Advocacy and Partnerships: Building strategic partnerships with stakeholders and advocating for policies that promote SRH and rights.
• Capacity Building: Strengthening the capacity of national partners and UNFPA staff through training and knowledge sharing.
• Monitoring and Evaluation: Developing frameworks to assess the impact of SRH programs and ensuring data-driven decision-making.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess strong technical knowledge of SRH issues, excellent project management skills, and proven ability to build partnerships. They should demonstrate strong advocacy, communication, and interpersonal skills, with proficiency in English being mandatory. Knowledge of local languages is considered an asset. Candidates should exemplify integrity, commitment to UNFPA's values, and embrace cultural diversity and change.

Educational Background:
An advanced university degree (Master’s or higher) in Public Health, Health Economy, Medicine, Social Sciences, or a related field is required for this position. This educational background is essential for understanding the complexities of sexual and reproductive health and the associated policies and programs.

Experience:
Candidates should have at least 7 years of progressively responsible professional experience in sexual and reproductive health, including program design, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation. Experience in managing complex SRH programs in a developing country context is crucial, along with demonstrated leadership and management experience in health system strengthening at both national and sub-national levels.

Languages:
Proficiency in both written and spoken English is required for this position. Knowledge of local languages is considered an asset, as it can enhance communication and engagement with local stakeholders and communities.

Additional Notes:
This position offers an attractive remuneration package, including a competitive net salary, health insurance, and other benefits. UNFPA promotes a work environment that reflects gender equality, diversity, and integrity, and encourages applications from women, individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups. The organization is committed to maintaining a balanced gender distribution and ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants.