Plan International recruits 01 Malaria Program Officer

Malaria Program Officer (National Position)

Location: Ganta, NI, LR

Company: Plan International

 Plan International is a leading girls and children’s rights organization. Plan strives for a just world that advances children’s rights and equality for girls. We motivate our people and partners to:

empower children, young people and communities to make vital changes that tackle the root causes of discrimination against girls, exclusion and vulnerability

drive change in practice and policy at local, national and global levels through our reach, experience and knowledge of the realities children face

work with children and communities to prepare for and respond to crises, and to overcome adversity

support the safe and successful progression of children from birth to adulthood

Plan operates in 77 countries around the world. It brings its support to millions of children, their families and communities, mainly in Africa, Asia, Middle East, and South America. It implements projects in the Health, Water and Sanitation, Education, Child Protection, Sustainable Livelihood, and cross-cultural communication. Child sponsorship forms the basis of our work with children. Worth to mention, Plan International global ambition is to support 100 million girls learn, lead, decide and thrive!

As part of its commitment to support Plan International Federation reach 100 million girls so to learn, lead, decide and Thrive, Currently Plan International Liberia is developing a new country strategy which will focus on reaching 1.4 million girls and children all over the country and with a strong commitment to work with all partners at various levels to put an end to early marriage and Female Genital mutilation (FGM)!

Moreover, Plan International Liberia is committed to ensure that Child Protection and Gender transformative practices are key integral part of all its work including the organizational structure and staffing.  Accordingly, women are strongly encouraged to apply for this post!

Summary of the position:

Dimensions of Role

Reports to the Malaria Program Coordinator and provides specialist guidance and support on Malaria programming in line with the approved Program Unit (PU) annual plan and relevant policies

Has no delegated authority to approve Program Outlines and payments;

A member of the Program Unit Management Team (PUMT) and work Closely with the Program Coordinators on programming issues;

Represents Plan at district and County stakeholder forums/networks meetings

Key End Results and typical Responsibilities

“What” is done and “why”, but not “actions” or “how”; include indicators for success

Operations and project management

Overall responsibility for effective and efficient management of the Global Fund Malaria project consistent with the project management cycle;

A good understanding of Plan procedures, systems and guidelines;

Initiate and maintain regular minutes of project team meetings;

Reporting in line with the donor contracts and compliance requirements;

Ensure monitoring systems are in place and that project reviews are carried out periodically in conjunction with the team, local stakeholders and project partners;

Travel as dictated by the need of the project.

Program development

Facilitate community empowerment and capacity building program activities through linkages and collaboration with partners at grassroots level.  This involves working with communities providing skills and know-how to enable them to spearhead Malaria prevention and control activities;

Ensure all relevant authorities are included in the planning and implementation of projects as appropriate;

Proactively contribute to programme development and strategy.

Program management

Ensure familiarity with donor compliance issues, ensuring all projects are compliant with these and Plan procedures;

Ensure appropriate administrative, financial and logistical Plan systems/procedures are in place, maintained and adhered to so that all support functions are carried out effectively and efficiently;

Ensure Plan complies with all legal and bureaucratic requirements in country;

Ensure regular communications are maintained;

Responsible for the preparation of projected expenditures quarterly;

Responsible for accurate budget control and overall responsibility for financial management at the project site in line with project proposals.

Other key deliverables

Maintain good inter-team communications, engender good team dynamics, and take suitable action when problems occur;

Responsible for ensuring adequate linkages with decentralized agencies of the Ministry of Health;

Carry out representation with other NGOs, UN agencies, local and national government bodies, donors and other relevant parties;

Ensure all relevant parties are kept informed of Plan activities as appropriate (e.g. donors, health authorities etc.);

Child and Youth Safeguarding & Gender Equality Mainstreaming

Promotes and abides by Plan policies and procedures including but not limited to:  Gender equality mainstreaming, Child and Youth Safeguarding, Code of Conduct and the related mandatory reporting responsibilities.

Dealing with Problems

Application of knowledge required for the role, complexity of problems handled & the degree of investigation, analysis, & creative thinking required to solve them.

Ability to think strategically, recognize program and persuade colleagues of Malaria program opportunities that Plan should exploit;

High degree of capacity to resolve a wide range of challenges related to Malaria programming;

Providing leadership and advice on Malaria programs.

Communications and Working Relationships

Working contacts inside and outside the organization; include the purpose and level (high, medium, low) of the contact

Internal

Level of contact

PLT members to facilitate timely decisions on major issues related to Malaria programming strategies and implementation

High

Program Units:  provide technical advice to field staff on Malaria programming and learn from their experience at community level

High

NO support Staff

High

Functional networks within Plan

Medium

External

Level of contact

Development stakeholders at regional/provincial and district levels to share fitting practices and to identify/implement opportunities for collaboration in Malaria programming

High

National technical networks on Malaria,

Medium

Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours Required to Achieve Role’s Objectives

Knowledge

A degree in Environmental Health, Nursing, Health Promotion, Public Health or equivalent qualification;

Additional qualifications and experience in project management, report writing and social/community development skills will be an added advantage;

Ability to co-ordinate holistic and integrated project planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation;

A minimum of 3 years’ practical experience working with rural communities;

Experience of donor liaison;

Ability to work with teams, communicate and coordinate with government departments and other agencies at various levels;

Experience in financial, budget and administrative management or related issues;

Knowledge of strategic planning processes and theories of child-rights programming;

Knowledge of development issues, trends, challenges and opportunities and implications to community development;

Skills

Proven ability to develop project proposals and concepts;

Excellent networking and partnership building skills;

Research, analytical and problem-solving skills;

Good communication, facilitation and report writing skills;

Strong team-building and motivational skills;

Strong negotiating, strategic thinking and influencing skills;

MS office skills.

Behaviours

Be committed to the welfare of children and able to adhere to the vision and mission of the Plan, including commitment to gender equality;

Demonstrates clear respect to all and especially children without discrimination;

Ability to develop, motivate and coach and mentor others;

Promotes high quality Malaria programs;

Having initiative and able to work independently;

Promotes innovation and learning within the Malaria field;

Communicates clearly and effectively on Malaria program issues;

Confident in taking initiative and exploring new opportunities;

Assertiveness and shows cultural sensitiveness.

Physical Environment and Demands

May be “typical office environment”; note if heavy lifting, climbing, excess travel, etc.

The post will be based at Plan International Liberia office in Nimba County

Typically, office environment with extensive travel in program areas.

Behaviours (Plan International’s values in practice)

We are open and accountable

Promotes a culture of openness and transparency, including with sponsors and donors.

Holds self and others accountable to achieve the highest standards of integrity.

Consistent and fair in the treatment of people.

Open about mistakes and keen to learn from them.

Accountable for ensuring we are a safe organisation for all children, girls & young people.

We strive for lasting impact

Articulates a clear purpose for staff and sets high expectations.

Creates a climate of continuous improvement, open to challenge and new ideas.

Focuses resources to drive change and maximise long-term impact, responsive to changed priorities or crises.

Evidence-based and evaluates effectiveness.

We work well together

Seeks constructive outcomes, listens to others, willing to compromise when appropriate.

Builds constructive relationships across Plan International to support our shared goals.

Develops trusting and ‘win-win’ relationships with funders, partners and communities.

Engages and works well with others outside the organization to build a better world for girls and all children.

We are inclusive and empowering

We empower our staff to give their best and develop their potential

We respect all people, appreciate differences and challenge equality in our programs and our workplace

We support children, girls and young people to increase their confidence and to change their own lives.

Location:           Ganta, Nimba County

Reports to:        Malaria Program Coordinator

Grade:                C1

Closing Date:    25 June 2019

Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early. A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Plan International’s Safeguarding Children and Young People policy. As an international child centered community development organization, Plan International is fully committed to promoting the realization of children’s rights including their right to protection from violence and abuse. That means we have particular responsibilities to children that we come into contact with.