Job Framework: Programme Manager (WISH)

Marie Stopes Nigeria (MSN) is a results-orientated non-profit Social Enterprise, which uses modern management and marketing techniques to meet the needs of the underserved and dramatically improve WISH to high quality family planning and other reproductive health services in Nigeria. MSN is part of Marie Stopes International’s Global Partnership, which operates in over 42 countries worldwide.

The core responsibility of this post is to use your: ￭ initiative ￭ energy ￭ persistence ￭ results orientation ￭ drive            ￭ integrity ￭ enthusiasm ￭ commitment to personal development    

To further MSI’s partnership mission of: empowering individuals to have children by choice not chance

Primary Responsibilities

The WISH Project Manager will work closely with the Programme Director in ensuring that WISH project is delivered efficiently and effectively in accordance with donor requirements and MSION broad strategic objectives. Specifically, with guidance of the Programme Director, the position holder is responsible for overall technical and programmatic implementation, oversight and coordination of WISH project. S/he oversees assigned project planning, ensures implementation, with a focus on results, and financial accountability for the project. S/he works closely with other key Directorate tem members (e.g. Channel Leads, Regional Managers, Youth Advocacy Advisor, etc) to ensure that there is full integration at implementation level within MSION, other donors, implementing partners, and CSOs activities. The WISH Manager is responsible for meeting all assigned projects’ technical, financial, and project monitoring obligations, ensuring deliverables, and project results specified and agreed with donors are achieved.

Duties and responsibilities:

 Project Management:

 Under the oversight of the Programme Director, oversee all aspects of WISH project implementation including:

• Lead in the drafting, review and implementation of WISH work plan
• Lead in the execution of WISH project activities according to plan and donor guidelines.
• Lead in the development of forms, set up files to ensure that WISH information is appropriately documented and secured
• Monitor progress of WISH project and adjust as necessary to ensure successful completion of projects
• Ensure WISH project activities are implemented on time and within budget and at the required level of quality.
• Lead in writing WISH reports, position papers, and updates as required
• In consultation with the appropriate manager, recruit, interview and select staff and/or volunteers with appropriate skills for the project activities.

 Reporting, Monitoring and Evaluation

Work closely with the RME Manager to:

• Prepare and submit regular technical, progress and program monitoring reports to MSN and donors according to schedules and guidelines
• Write reports on WISH project for management and for funders and support the preparation of financial reports and project documentation.
• Support MSION’s M&E function in development of plans and operations research that support and measures impact and quality of WISH project.

 External Relations and liaison

Work with the External relations Manager to:

• Ensure relationships and networks with stakeholders, and relevant private, public and not-for-profit organizations are created and maintained with a view to strengthening MSION's impact and future funding opportunities
• Liaise with relevant service delivery channels (Outreach, PSS, MS-Ladies,
• Social Marketing) as well as the Training team, sales teams and other stakeholders to ensure projects are integrated at all levels.
• Ensure strong links between communication and community mobilization activities, at strategy and implementation levels.

 Compliance

Work with the Quality Assurance team to:

• Ensure compliance with all donor rules and requirements for assigned project
• Ensure compliance with MSI policies related to fundraising and project management

Others

• From time to time address delegated duties assigned by the Programme Director and other SMT members.
• Actively contribute to the strategic direction and planning of the organisation

Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in public health or related discipline required

Experience:

• Experience in project management
• Experience in Reproductive Health will be an asset
• Experience in DFiD and other donor funded projects an asset

Skills:

• Proven excellent project management abilities
• Ability to present and write for multiple audiences
• Ability to work well with others in team environments
• Experience in stakeholder engagement and management.
• Should be able to work in deadline driven/results orientated atmospheres
• Strong people management skills
• Strategic guidance and planning skills

Attitude / Motivation:

• Pro-choice
• Motivated personally and professionally to develop
• Willingness to travel as requested