Overview

The Programme Management and Communications Officer will support the Outbreaks & Epidemics (O&E) team's activities related to product roll-out, including technical, partnerships, donor engagement, administration, and finance.

Tasks Summary

• Provide programme management support, including budget development, invoice tracking, and payment processing.
• Participate in the development of the ARC O&E Annual Programme of Work and update the Gantt Chart.
• Coordinate O&E programme meetings and ensure follow-up on decisions.
• Track O&E implementation and prepare quarterly programme implementation updates.
• Set up and compile a record and database of O&E partners and stakeholders.
• Support the implementation of the Gender responsive mechanisms for epidemic preparedness in ECOWAS project, including payment tracking and budget monitoring.
• Coordinate project-related meetings and travel.
• Support timely project donor reports and compliance.
• Provide project management support to specific programmes and projects.
• Research and analyse policy and operational issues.
• Contribute to the preparation of accurate and timely reporting on programmes and activities.
• Contribute to the implementation of ARC’s strategic communication plans by developing and delivering O&E-specific communications plan, products and advocacy activities.
• Collaborate with ARC Communications unit to ensure consistency in O&E messaging and branding.
• Lead engagement in communications and media, including social media, to inform on O&E pilot actions/events.
• Provide guidance to support staff on O&E product development and launch plans.
• Support the identification, development and management of potential partnerships.
• Support O&E resource mobilisation activities by ensuring timely production of donor proposals and reports.

Experience Requirements

• 3 to 5 years of experience in working in/with African countries
• Demonstrated ability in working in a supportive role to achieve team goals

Qualification Requirements

• Advanced University degree in Public Health, Development Studies, Social Science, Environmental Science, Laboratory Science, Anthropology, sociology or other related disciplines.
• Knowledge in Public health, Administration, Finance, health promotion, information management and disease control