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Date Posted: 26/Sep/2014

Deadline: 31/Oct/2014

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Technical Director

Position Summary

Futures Group is recruiting for an experienced Technical Director in Nigeria to work on a new program to support the Nigerian Ministry of Health (MOH) for the successful launch and implementation of the costed implementation plan for family planning. The Technical Director will provide technical leadership and coordination between all activities within the contract, and provide continuity with Plan development and implementation. This is a full-time position based in Abuja, Nigeria.

Key Responsibilities

Provide technical and strategic guidanceFacilitate initial relationships with key stakeholders (including the FMOH and SMOHs) that will enable the project to have a rapid start upoDraft and edit major sections of the Costed Implementation Plan documents and toolsDraft and edit budgets for Costed Implementation Plans using MS Excel templatesPrepare PowerPoint presentations, background reference briefing materials for internal stakeholders (e.g. country Technical Working Group on Family Planning), and research briefings (e.g. to address specific technical questions on FP/RH)Gather data on the costs of various family planning/reproductive health program and service delivery interventionsPrepare for and attend Technical Working Group meetings and stakeholder interviewsOther related technical tasks as required

Qualifications

Graduate level degree (MA, MPH) in International Health, Public Health, Development or related program (coursework in Family Planning/ Reproductive Health/ Population Studies is preferred)At least 5 years of relevant experienceExcellent judgment, conceptual and analytical thinking abilityAbility to communicate effectively orally and in writingStrong skills in MS Word and complex MS Excel documentsBackground in family planning policy and services and the broader health system in NigeriaExperience in strategic planning and budgeting, preferably for government health servicesGood diplomatic skills and experience interacting with Government of Nigeria agencies at federal and regional levels, development partners, and civil society organizationsExcellent written and spoken English is requiredLocal language capabilities are an advantageNigerian nationals strongly encouraged to apply

This is a time sensitive search and all the interested candidates are requested to apply at their earliest convenience.

Company Profile

About Futures Group

Futures Group, the global consulting firm, helps to protect and promote people’s well-being around the world. For 40 years, Futures Group has created lasting solutions to some of the most pressing public health challenges facing nations. We predict future health and development trends, uncover barriers to well-being, and forge on-the-ground partnerships to ensure lasting change.

About GRM International

GRM International is a leading international development management company specializing in the provision of project design, management expertise and technical assistance to development projects for bilateral and multilateral funding agencies, governments and corporations. For more than 45 years, GRM has been bringing expertise in managing large-scale projects, and sourcing and managing high quality experts covering all disciplinary skills required to implement development projects.

About our Group of Companies

GRM International, Futures Group, and the Effective Development Group are a group of companies with a joint focus on reaching people in need and creating better futures for our clients, communities and colleagues around the world. With more than 90 current projects operating in more than 85 countries, and $225 million in revenue, our combined group has a multisectoral focus, diverse technical offerings and a wide geographic reach. For more information, please visit www.futuresgroup.com, www.grminternational.com, and www.edgroup.com.au.

How to apply:

All applications for this position should be submitted online at www.futuresgroup.com via the Careers page. Futures Group provides equal employment to all participants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran or marital status.