Project Manager

Description: Reporting to the Director of projects, the project manager will oversee and provide strategic direction, technical and programmatic leadership to the MSK project team to achieve the goal and objectives of MSK in AACES.

He will also lead the development of strategies, programs, work plans and activities to increase access to quality FP/RH to the community especially the lower wealth quintiles through the private sector in a collaborative manner with AACES staff.

He /she will ensure compliance to Donor, MSK/MSI and national policies, procedures and guidelines that relate to: program (monitoring, reports, evaluations, etc), health, finance, logistical and human resource management.

Requirements: Qualification and Experience:
Master?s degree in a Social Sciences/Health or related discipline or a Equivalent Degree with a minimum of three years of experience in managing, developing and implementing reproductive health and family planning programs at the national level.Strong program management experience with proven ability to manage large diverse teams including a team of senior technical and non-technical team leaders.A result-oriented approach and proven ability to work within, manage, track and or coordinate complex multipartner large-scale programs.Demonstrated managerial and leadership skills and ability to provide financial oversight of large budgets.Strong technical knowledge of family planning and reproductive health especially private sector approaches in FP/ RH will be an asset.Ability to network and negotiate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders to achieve the objectives of the program. The position will particularly require a strong ability to engage and negotiate with private sector groups and senior government officials at national level.Excellent representational and communication skills, with written and oral proficiency in English and a high degree of comfort in dealing with consortium partners, government, media, academic, corporate, nonprofit and other organizations.Ability to find innovative solutions and approaches.Medical Doctor will be an added advantage

Remuneration

A competitive and attractive package will be offered to the successful candidates.

Interested candidates should send a cover letter, CV and copies of their stated certificates to:

Marie Stopes is an equal opportunity employer.

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