JOB PURPOSE
The Nigeria Country Director is responsible for providing overall strategic and programmatic leadership, as well as financial and administrative oversight to the Malaria Consortium Nigeria programme.

KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
Reports to the West and Central Africa Programmes Director and line manages senior management staff in the Nigeria office. External relationships include donors, government, UN and NGO coordination bodies, research institutions, private sector and civil society partners.

SCOPE OF WORK AND KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Representation and Coordination – 20%
• Act as principal liaison with government and donor agencies on contractual and other issues, ensuring financial and programmatic accountability.
• Provide high-level representation at governmental meetings and donor, UN and NGO coordination fora.
• Consolidate and expand partnerships with the Ministry of Health, National Malaria Elimination Programme, bilateral and multilateral organisations, research institutions, private sector and civil society.
• Advocate for increased attention and resources for communicable disease control in Nigeria.
• Ensure regular reporting and effective linkages between the Nigeria, regional and UK offices.

Delivery of High-Quality Programmes – 20%
• Oversee annual work plans and budgets.
• Oversee planning and implementation of projects, ensuring technical quality and timely delivery.
• Identify support needs and mobilise assistance from regional, UK or consultancy teams.
• Ensure supportive supervision at field level.
• Review donor and government reporting, monitor performance indicators and ensure corrective action.
• Ensure project reviews are documented and disseminated.

Administration and Finances – 10%
• Oversee country-office administration.
• Support the Country Finance Manager with financial controls, donor compliance, budget monitoring and reporting.
• Act as budget holder for the core budget and nominated projects.
• Oversee payroll and statutory compliance.
• Ensure policies and procedures comply with national law and donor contracts.

Overall Management of Staff and Resources – 20%
• Manage operational systems and coordination between departments, projects, Abuja and state offices.
• Ensure grants and contracts are efficiently managed and resources are accountable.
• Review staffing needs and ensure timely recruitment.
• Ensure HR requirements, objective setting, performance monitoring and staff development.

Security and Risk Management – 15%
• Take overall responsibility for the safety and security of staff, assets and organisational image.
• Ensure security plans and procedures are followed.
• Support security focal points and provide security training opportunities.
• Ensure offices and field teams have appropriate safety and security tools.
• Monitor security information, coordination meetings and contingency planning.

Strategic Planning and Business Development – 15%
• Identify strategic gaps and opportunities in Nigeria programming.
• Track donor funding streams and opportunities.
• Support the drafting, review and submission of funding proposals.

PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential qualifications and experience:
• Postgraduate and/or doctoral degree in international health or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years' international experience at senior management level in public health, preferably malaria control, in Africa.
• Experience and understanding of the Nigerian context.
• Experience in advocacy and policy influencing.

Desirable:
• 15 years' international senior-management experience in public health, preferably malaria control, in Africa.
• Experience managing diverse teams.

Work-based skills:
• At least 5 years as a manager, project director or team leader in international health in developing countries, preferably Africa.
• At least 3 years' experience in HR management and supervision.
• At least 3 years' experience in financial management, budget setting and monitoring.
• Knowledge of donor requirements, including DFID and USAID.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Track record in resource mobilisation and business development.

Desirable work-based skills:
• Ability to manage large partnerships effectively.
• Superior donor liaison and reporting skills.

Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis and the role may be filled before the closing date. Early applications are encouraged. Qualified female candidates are strongly advised to apply.

SAFEGUARDING
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ABOUT MALARIA CONSORTIUM
Malaria Consortium works with partners towards a world free of malaria and associated health inequities, empowering people through access to healthcare. With 20 years of evidence-driven expertise, it delivers scalable and sustainable solutions that save lives and strengthen resilience.