Job title: Start-up Consultant, MNTD
Company: PATH
Job description: PATH current employees – please log in and applyPATH is a global nonprofit dedicated to achieving health equity. With more than 40 years of experience forging multisector partnerships and with expertise in science, economics, technology, advocacy, and dozens of other specialties, PATH develops and scales up innovative solutions to the world’s most pressing heath challenges.PATH’s Malaria and Neglected Tropical Diseases (MNTD) program is a leader in the effort to end malaria illnesses and deaths, refines and develops tools and approaches, invests in national programs, and builds data to empower national governments to pursue malaria elimination.The Center for Vaccine Innovation and Access (CVIA) at PATH works in partnership to develop and deliver lifesaving vaccines to women, children, and communities around the globe. Over the last three decades our work has resulted in more than 24 vaccines against the most dangerous childhood illnesses.PATH seeks a Start-up Consultant for Nigeria to support start-up of activities for multiple projects.Key Responsibilities:Project ManagementDevelop detailed start-up plan for lifesaving malaria and/or infectious disease surveillance activities in partnership with PATH team.Collaborate with the PATH Nigeria Malaria team and projects’ global teams to align on priority activities, recruiting needs, and operational needs in compliance with USG contract regulationsEnsure up-to-date tracking of all processes in centralized/on-line document.Participate in frequent meetings to get or give updates on various start-up activities.Identify, mitigate, and elevate potential risks during start-up phase.Partner with PATH’s Regional Operational Lead to ensure alignment with organizational requirements.Technical AssistanceLiaise with Ministry of Health officials to inform workplan design and prioritization of activities, in line with guidance from USG on lifesaving activities.Coordinate with PATH MNTD/CVIA Global technical teams to draft workplan(s), aligning with project-level guidance.Meet with other implementing partners such as PMI EVOLVE, GHSC-PSM, Global Fund, etc. to ensure coordination of efforts and identify opportunities for leverage or efficiencies.Connect with State-level actors to determine current gaps in services and immediate priorities that align with the project’s objectives.Human Resources & Office PlanningSupport recruitment efforts (sourcing, interviews, onboarding) as requiredTravelConsultants currently located in Nigeria are preferred. For in-country travel that is required, PATH will support accommodation and expenses for agreed sub-national visits. Agreement on the purpose and dates of travel will be needed prior to travel authorization. Covered travel will include meals and incidental expenses (M&IE), lodging, and travel expenses (i.e., car hire). Reasonable mileage and/or taxi fares for in-person meetings required in Abuja will be reimbursed.Requirements:Demonstrated experience with project start-up and malaria service delivery in Nigeria (15+ years)Demonstrated experience with USAID/USG contracts and/or cooperative agreementsDemonstrated experience working with the Ministry of Health and NMEPFluency in EnglishCurrently based in AbujaTo apply, please submit your CV (max 3 pages) AND a short cover letter (max 1 page) summarizing relevant experience and including daily rate in USD.Due to the anticipated volume of applicants, we will not be able to contact individuals unless they are shortlisted. Nigerian nationals are strongly encouraged to apply.Position Type: Short-term ConsultantLocation: Abuja, NigeriaLanguages Required: Fluent EnglishStart Date: July 15, 2025Consultancy Term: 3-4 months
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Location: Nigeria
Job date: Sat, 28 Jun 2025 02:12:08 GMT
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