I. Introduction
Solina Centre for International Development and Research (SCIDaR) is an indigenous non-profit organization dedicated to catalyzing positive transformations in health, social, and economic domains. We strive to uplift disadvantaged and underserved communities through effective program design and implementation, capacity building, research in implementation science, knowledge generation, and stakeholder engagement across various human development sectors. Our initiatives extend beyond Nigeria, as we are actively broadening our impact across several West and Central African nations.
In partnership with the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF), Solina aims to strengthen planning and coordination for the PHC program in seven northern Nigerian states – Bauchi, Borno, Kaduna, Kano, Sokoto, Yobe and Zamfara. This initiative is designed to drive effective data-driven PHC program planning, resourcing and performance management as well as, provide targeted support to revitalize linkages between state and LGA coordination platforms for effective program implementation.
Our project endeavours to achieve these objectives by working collaboratively with the State Primary Healthcare Development Agencies/Management Boards. Together, we will identify problems across all immunization and PHC thematic areas, develop and domesticate solutions, support implementation, create tools to streamline processes and ensure sustainability in the design and execution of these solutions.
II. Description and Objectives
The PHC Monitoring, Evaluation and Performance Management Associate will support the designing, coordinating, and implementing the monitoring, evaluation, and performance management framework for the HF-level PHC program coordination as well as broader PHC program coordination at the state level in the assigned state.
Technical Responsibilities
Project strategy implementation/technical assistance
Collaborate with key stakeholders to establish and implement a comprehensive PHC performance management strategy (complete with key performance indicators) for the assigned state, ensuring alignment with state priorities and goals;
Support the design of a framework for data collection, management and analysis of performance data
Lead the analysis of data in the states to aid the identification of areas for improvement and to track progress;
Support the design and adoption of appropriate data delivery mechanisms for the PHC coordination platforms across levels;
Support the capacity-building activities to enhance the capacity development of associates/analysts in the SPARK states, as well as support change management of the performance management infrastructure to the state government;
Perform other duties as assigned by the Project Manager and/or Director;
Other responsibilities
- Participate in problem-solving and learning sessions to share knowledge, best practices, challenges and progress on program performance management;
- Ensure M&E activities in the state comply with organizational policies, standards, and regulations;
- Support the performance management specialist to monitor and evaluate compliance with external requirements and quality assurance standards;
- Support any other tasks as may be required by the central project management team;
III. Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Monitoring and Evaluation, Statistics, Public Health, Social Sciences, or related field. Master’s degree preferred;
- At least 3 years of experience in M&E roles, preferably in the international development or public health sector;
- Strong analytical, and problem-solving skills with proficiency in data analysis and performance management software usage;
- Experience with capacity building and quality improvement initiatives.
IV. Competencies required
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proficiency in performance management software;
- Effective stakeholder management skills;
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities;
- Proficiency in data analysis and statistical software (e.g., SPSS, STATA, Excel);
- In-depth knowledge of M&E methodologies and performance management frameworks;
- Ability to manage people, resources, and processes for strategy implementation and monitoring;
- Capable of working effectively with diverse stakeholders.
