Consultant Coordinator Regional Field

Under the supervision of the Senior Project Coordinator based in Tahoua and in collaboration with the technical team of PATH Niger, the Consultant Regional Field Coordinator ensures the coordination, supervision and monitoring of the implementation of the activities of the AFGHS-PATH project in his region of assignment. He/she ensures the proper execution of work plans, the mobilization of institutional and community actors, the quality of interventions on the ground as well as compliance with PSI and PATH operational procedures. He/she also contributes to the analysis of results, the production of reports and the identification of difficulties requiring corrective action. The position involves regular collaboration with the Regional Health and Public Hygiene Directorates, health districts, Integrated Health Centres (ICHs), management committees and community actors.

Responsibilities

• 1. Regional coordination of activities Develop work plans and monthly schedules with PSI, PATH and the Regional Directorates of Health and Public Hygiene. Coordinate the execution of activities with health district teams, CSIs, management committees (COGES) and health committees (COSAN). Participate in weekly coordination meetings between PATH and PSI. Follow up on decisions, responsibilities and deadlines through monitoring tables. Identify and report delays, operational risks and access difficulties encountered in the field. Propose adaptation measures and submit them for validation.
• 2. Supervision and supervision of implementation agents Oversee the activities performed by implementation agents and monitor the execution of their work plans.

Other information

Plan and follow the formative supervision of community relays (Comms), mediators and other community actors, at least once a quarter. Organize restitution meetings and contribute to the development of performance improvement plans. Identify the capacity building needs of implementation agents. Follow up on recommendations made during field visits. Ensure compliance with the mandate limits of implementation agents. Clinical procedures and medical decisions remain the exclusive responsibility of authorised health professionals.

• 3. Follow-up of incentives for community actors Regularly monitor the payment of incentives for community relays and mediators. Verify the effectiveness of payments in accordance with PSI procedures. Report delays and possible anomalies to the competent services. Have the lists of beneficiaries, validated activity reports and supporting documents checked before they are sent for processing. Ensure the separation of preparation, validation and payment functions.
• 4. Monitoring of outreach activities and mobile clinics Support the organization and follow bi-monthly outings in villages located between 5 and 15 km from a health facility. Support the organization and monitoring of mobile clinics in villages located more than 15 km from a health facility. Follow the activities of the Husband Schools and document their achievements as well as the difficulties encountered.

Education / Qualifications

Support the participation of health facilities in planning and evaluation meetings for seasonal malaria chemo-prevention (SPC) campaigns. Coordinate with health districts and CSIs the operational monitoring of community referrals and counter-references. Identify barriers that limit people’s use of health services, while respecting the confidentiality of information.

• 5. Logistics and financial management of field activities Prepare and verify supporting documentation for transportation allowances and per diems in accordance with PSI policies. Ensure the proper use of tools available to implementation agents and partners. Raise alerts about product outages or risks of product outages, near-expiration products and stock anomalies. Follow up on corrective actions with supply chain officials. Monitor logistical requirements and the execution of activities against approved resources. Report deviations to relevant departments without making any financial or contractual commitment beyond the delegation received.
• 6. Monitoring, data analysis and reporting Respond to requests for project data and monitoring indicators in collaboration with the relevant government departments. Collect and consolidate data transmitted by implementing agents and partner structures. Produce reports and deliverables according to the models approved by PSI and PATH, within the agreed timeframe. Analyze results against approved targets. Check the completeness and consistency of data with available sources. Ensure documented follow-up of the resolution of anomalies in collaboration with the monitoring and evaluation team.

Experience

Capitalize experiences, identify promising practices and difficulties encountered. Formalize lessons learned and facilitate their sharing and reuse. Preparing the files and the final assessment of the mission.

• 7. Compliance with procedures, security and confidentiality Ensure compliance with PSI safety guidelines and code of conduct. Apply the rules relating to personal protection and data privacy. Transmit complaints, protection concerns and suspicions of fraud through the channels provided by PSI. Respect internal procedures and the limits of its level of responsibility.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education and experience The candidate must meet one of the following two conditions: Option 1: Hold a Baccalaureate level diploma+5 in public health, with a specialization in community health, reproductive health or epidemiology; in nursing or obstetrics, sociology, project management or related fields. Have at least three (03) years of experience in coordinating community health projects related to malaria control, maternal, newborn and child health (MNCH) and CCIME in Niger. Option 2: Hold a Baccalaureate level diploma+3 or Bac+4 in public health, with a specialization in community health, reproductive health or epidemiology; in nursing or obstetrics, sociology, project management or a related field. Must have at least seven (07) years of experience in coordinating community health projects related to malaria control, NIMS and CIMEP in Niger.

Required skills

Expected skills and competencies Master operational planning and organization of field activities. Be able to mobilize communities and facilitate exchanges with different actors. Have skills in data collection, verification, analysis and synthesis. Ability to write reports and use office tools, including Word and Excel. Demonstrate documentary rigour, integrity and discretion in the processing of information. ÊBe able to work as a team and report on the difficulties encountered. Have a good command of French and basic knowledge of English. Proficiency in at least one national language used in the area of assignment is desired. Be available to make frequent trips in the field, in compliance with security measures. Demonstrate respect and professional courtesy towards colleagues, partners and beneficiaries. Expected professional values The candidate must also embody PSI’s values: measurement, pragmatism, honesty, collaboration, trust and commitment.

KEY SKILLS

Data collection, consolidation and analysis. Writing technical reports. Mastery of Word and Excel. Logistics management and follow-up of supporting documents. Communication and team work. Compliance with procedures and confidentiality.

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