Job Description:

Ojective:

The Project Officer will provide comprehensive support for the coordination and implementation of immunization initiatives across provinces by ensuring effective planning, communication, monitoring, and reporting, while facilitating data-driven decision-making, operational efficiency, and stakeholder engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

The Project Officer will support in the following key areas:

• Assisting in the development, consolidation, and tracking of work plans across provinces.
• Coordinating with field teams to ensure activities are aligned with the overall project strategy and timelines.
• Supporting communication with provincial teams for timely and effective implementation of immunization activities.
• Monitoring progress, identifying operational challenges, and escalating issues for resolution.
• Compiling and reviewing field reports, success stories, and case studies.
• Drafting and submitting quality reports in line with donor and internal requirements.
• Liaising with field teams, internal departments, and external partners to ensure seamless coordination and follow-up.
• Supporting organization of review meetings, trainings, and stakeholder consultations.
• Assisting in the collection, analysis, and validation of program data.
• Supporting the M&E team in tracking performance indicators and generating insights for decision-making.
• Supporting internal knowledge-sharing and documentation of lessons learned.
• Helping facilitate procurement requests, logistics, and distribution of materials to provincial teams.
• Assisting in the preparation and coordination of events, workshops, and field visits.
• Demonstrates strong expertise in drafting reports, newsletters, briefs, and other written communications.

Educational Requirements and Competencies.

The individual holding this position shall possess the following:

• A medical doctor with post-graduation in Public Health or a related field preferred.
• A minimum of 3 years of demonstrated experience in health projects/ programs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with donor funded branding and marketing and graphics guidelines and donor communication requirements.
• Expertise in strategic communication.
• Experience in managing media relations, social media, and advocacy campaigns.
• Desirable knowledge of immunization or other public health program.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at various levels.
• Commitment to ethical data management and confidentiality.
• Demonstrates adaptability, problem-solving, integrity, resilience, and attention to detail in all aspects of work.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.