Programme Coordinator

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The Programme Coordinator and Head of Liaison Office supports and facilitates the CO relationships with the partners in Lagos including the private sector, academia, high net worth individuals, donors, etc. and oversees the delivery of the Country Programme components to be implemented in the states under the coverage of the Lagos Sub-Office, and also plays a leadership role within the sub-office, supervising the programme team assigned to the sub-office and inspiring them to translate the country programme goals into specific solutions and results. S/he substantively contributes to the management of UNFPA activities in all areas of its mandate, and proactively provides UNFPA Representative with updates on programmes implementation and results in Lagos State. Furthermore, s/he supports the establishment and maintenance of  collaborative relationships and promotes partnership, synergy and strategic alliances with counterparts in government, multilateral and bilateral agencies, civil society organizations as well as community-based organizations to facilitate successful delivery of the program.
Qualifications and Experience:
Education:
  • Advanced university degree in Public Health, Medicine, Sociology, Gender, International Development, or related discipline.
Knowledge and Experience:
  • At least 7 years of increasingly responsible professional experience in program management and development relevant to Population and Development, Sexual and Reproductive Health, and Gender.
  • Substantive knowledge and practical experience in population and development, sexual and reproductive health, and gender issues.
  • Experience in program and/or technical assistance with the UN System.
  • Excellent communication skills in speaking and writing English, to foster engaged partnerships at the highest level and to maintain political partnerships in the assigned region.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of an integrated, diverse team and be comfortable in multiple, high varied settings with different work and learning styles.
  • Ability to lead and manage teams to achieve results.
  • Field experience in Sub-Sahara Africa would be an advantage.
Languages:
  • Proficiency in both written and spoken English is required.

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