Program Associate

Solina Centre for International Development and Research (SCIDaR), founded in Nigeria, is an indigenous non-profit organization dedicated to researching and developing evidence-based approaches for implementing high-impact health interventions in Africa. We work with businesses, governments, researchers and development organizations to develop innovative solutions that address pressing development challenges. We are a dynamic and growing organization committed to improving health and social outcomes through effective program implementation, capacity building and dissemination of insights from rigorous research for policy change.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Program Associate

Location: Nigeria Category: Program Report to: Program Manager Travel requirement: Up to 75 percent (75%)

Role Summary

As a Program Associate, you will be responsible for coordinating program workflows, supporting the implementation and monitoring of program activities, contributing to the development of technical deliverables and reports, and facilitating effective engagement with clients, partners, and other stakeholders.

You will also supervise and provide technical guidance to Program Analysts and Interns, ensuring that program activities and deliverables are executed efficiently, to a high standard, and in accordance with agreed objectives, timelines, and quality requirements.

Key Responsibilities Program implementation:

Gathering and analyzing information, formulating and testing hypotheses, and developing and communicating recommendations;

Ensure close collaboration and coordination with cooperating partners to guarantee smooth implementation of activities and achievement of results;

Participate in routine technical problem-solving sessions with the primary client and relevant stakeholders to brainstorm implementation challenges and align on decisions to guide the path forward.

Program monitoring and reporting:

Regularly monitor and review program implementation and workstream activities to ensure quality, accountability, and contractual compliance with agreed deliverables and performance indicators as per the scope of work;

Prepare technical reports, presentations, meeting briefs, and donor reporting inputs related to the workstream.

Document lessons learned, best practices, and implementation insights to support programme learning and continuous improvement.

Program staff development and team building:

Contribute to program onboarding briefing with the program team at the beginning of a new program (or new staff upon joining an existing program) to communicate the program expectations, staff roles, deliverables and performance indicators;

Support and mentor individual team members to identify and document learning goals at the beginning of the program (or new staff upon joining an existing program), and facilitate feedback sessions to track their progress;

Contribute to all team management issues and support Program Managers to anticipate project staffing requirements and planning staff placements to satisfy both employee professional development needs and project needs.

Requirements Essential:

Academic training: Minimum of a Second-class Upper Bachelors’ Degree in International Development, Policy and Strategy Development, Medicine, Pharmacy, Nursing, Public Health, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Epidemiology, Statistics, Social Sciences, Health Management or a similarly relevant field from a reputable and accredited university. A masters’ degree is an added advantage.

Experience:

3-5 years of progressive post NYSC experience in management consulting, implementing development programs in the non-profit sector or systems strengthening;

Demonstrated experience in programme monitoring, indicator tracking, data validation, data quality assurance, and performance reporting.

Experience in public health programmes, including coordination with government institutions, civil society organizations, and implementing partners.

What we Value:

A genuine interest and commitment to the mission and values of SCIDaR;

Intellectual curiosity and a strong appetite for continuous learning and development;

Strong analytical, strategic and problem-solving abilities, coupled with creative and logical thinking;

Initiative, ownership and a results-oriented approach to achieving meaningful outcomes;

The ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and engage constructively with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels;

Adaptability and resilience, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage competing priorities;

Strong attention to detail and a consistent commitment to delivering high-quality work;

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate ideas clearly and effectively;

Openness to feedback and a willingness to learn from and contribute to colleagues at every level of the organization

What We Offer

At SCIDaR, beyond a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, we offer an exciting, fast-paced and intellectually stimulating environment where ambitious individuals can learn, grow and make a meaningful impact.

You will have access to continuous learning and development opportunities, hands-on exposure to challenging projects, mentorship from experienced professionals, and opportunities to take on increasing responsibility and build a rewarding career.

We provide a collaborative workplace where talented, driven individuals are empowered to develop their skills, expand their networks and reach their full potential.