JOB ROLE: Civil Society Advisor

REPORTING TO: CHIEF OF PARTY

ASSOCIATES:  DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS AND FINANCE, M&E OFFICER

JOB SUMMARY:

P4H overall objective is to increase equity in planning and delivery of health services in 20 districts, focusing on MCH, HIV, WASH, Family Planning and Nutrition sectors. The Civil Society Advisor is the lead for all Participatory Monitoring and Evaluation (PM&E) activities, supervises   the target beneficiaries, coordinates implementing partners and sub-awardees, prepares narrative reports, lead all advocacy events, supports the capacity building of the members of the District Citizen Monitoring Committee (DCMCs)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop PM&E proposals and lead the implementation team in their execution  
• lead in all advocacy events at national, regional and district levels
• coordinate and support sub awardees in the planning and execution of their activities
• Plan and facilitate quarterly and annual work review and planning sessions
• Prepare bi-weekly, quarterly and annual reports
• Organize and execute capacity building activities for target groups and their allies
• Coordinate the collection and preparation of success stories
• Participate in SEND’s Programme Management Team Meetings
• Participate in national budget analysis and advocacy   
• Any other responsibilities as may be assigned
• Health policy specialist and women are encouraged to apply

Knowledge, experience and skills:

• A Masters’ degree in Public Health, Development Planning, Health Policy, or Social Science related field and 8 years’ experience in senior management position in health sector.
• Understanding Ghana’s health system, governance, and work experience in the sector is an important asset
• Experience in working with People Living with HIV and AIDs, key population, mothers, pregnant and women to achieve their health rights
• Ability and experiences in promoting health rights education covering nutrition, water, sanitation, hygiene and family planning
• Health and budget advocacy skills and experience are required
• Media relations, communication and networking skills and experience with other CSO is required
• Working knowledge of MS Office, Online Communications and related applications including Excel
• Good statistical analytical skills and experience is required.
• Experience in leading a team
• Must be willing to live and work in remote areas

Interested applicants should submit CV and cover letter to the HR Manager, A 28 Regimanuel Estates, Nungua Barrier, Sakumono, Accra. Email: career@sendwestafrica.org  

SEND is an equal opportunity employer and women are particularly encouraged to apply

Deadline: 4th March 2021