State Program Manager Routine Immunization Coverage in Kebbi at PATH Center for Vaccine Innovation and Access
State Program Manager Routine Immunization Coverage in Kebbi at PATH Center for Vaccine Innovation and Access
About PATH
PATH is a global nonprofit organization dedicated to achieving health equity. With more than 40 years of experience working across science, economics, technology, advocacy, and partnerships, PATH develops and scales innovative solutions to major global health challenges.
About the Center for Vaccine Innovation and Access
PATH Center for Vaccine Innovation and Access brings together expertise across vaccine research, development, and delivery to expand access to life saving vaccines for children and communities. The portfolio includes more than 2 dozen vaccines in development or use, targeting 15 diseases including pneumonia, diarrheal disease, malaria, polio, and meningitis. PATH has led major global partnerships such as the Meningitis Vaccine Project and the Malaria Vaccine Initiative, which contributed to the development of the first malaria vaccine candidate recommended for pilot use.
Job Title
State Program Manager Routine Immunization Coverage in Kebbi
Location
Kebbi State Nigeria
Role Summary
The State Program Manager will coordinate a multi component project to improve routine immunization coverage in Kebbi State through the deployment of Mobile Immunization Teams across 16 Local Government Areas. The role involves leadership of field teams, coordination with state and local health authorities, oversight of partners, monitoring project performance, and reporting to PATH leadership. The role reports to the PATH Global Project Leader based in Kampala Uganda and works closely with PATH teams in Abuja and the United States.
Key Responsibilities
Collaborate with Kebbi State health officials and Local Government Area health facilities to set priorities and locations for Mobile Immunization Teams and support microplanning.
Oversee partner organizations responsible for administration of Mobile Immunization Teams, community engagement, and data monitoring and reporting.
Maintain strong working relationships with state officials and organizations working on immunization and health programmes in Kebbi State.
Ensure quality training for Mobile Immunization Teams in collaboration with local partners.
Manage the Senior Field Officer and oversee the supervision structure supporting up to 16 Field Officers.
Coordinate the PATH Kebbi routine immunization team including monitoring evaluation and learning staff and advocacy communications and social mobilization staff to integrate data collection, reporting, community engagement, and outreach.
Coordinate this project with other PATH projects in Kebbi State.
Monitor workplans and deliverables, identify challenges, and revise approaches as needed.
Prepare and submit regular reports to PATH and donors and ensure accurate records.
Monitor vaccine and supply availability and address gaps.
Monitor adherence to budget against the workplan.
Provide regular updates to the Project Leader and PATH systems.
Plan and coordinate stakeholder meetings.
Serve as a member of the Project Leadership Team.
Required Skills and Experience
Advanced degree in public health with at least 7 years of experience in health service delivery. Experience in immunization service delivery is strongly preferred.
Strong project leadership skills with experience managing multidisciplinary teams.
Ability to work collaboratively with national and state level officials and partners.
Proven experience leading teams and providing supervision and mentorship.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple activities at the same time.
Professional proficiency in English for written and verbal communication.
Willingness to travel within Kebbi State as required.
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