Job Opening: Program Director (USAID Malaria Project) at Lextorah LDS – Abuja

Are you an experienced public health leader passionate about driving impactful, donor-funded healthcare initiatives? Lextorah LDS is seeking a dynamic and seasoned Program Director to lead and manage our malaria prevention and health communication project in Abuja, Nigeria.

In this vital senior management role, you will oversee staff, offices, finances, and overall project activities while building strategic partnerships with government agencies, health organizations, and international donors.

💼 Quick Job Overview

• Company: Lextorah LDS
• Role: Program Director
• Project: USAID-funded HC3 Malaria Project
• Location: Abuja, Nigeria
• Job Type: Full-time
• Field: Public Health / Project Management

🎯 Key Responsibilities

As our Program Director, you will guide the strategic direction and operational execution of the project. Your day-to-day duties will include:

• Team & Office Leadership: Manage and supervise project staff and field offices to ensure high performance and alignment with project goals.
• Program Coordination: Coordinate comprehensive malaria prevention programmes and public awareness campaigns.
• Strategy & Outreach: Develop effective strategies to improve public awareness and drive Social and Behavior Change Communication (SBCC).
• Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E): Monitor project performance continuously and evaluate results against set targets.
• Operations Management: Oversee technical, financial, and administrative operations, including foreign currency exchange management.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate closely with government health agencies, international partners, and senior management, delivering impactful progress reports to donors.

📋 What We Are Looking For

We are looking for an executive-level health professional with a robust track record in international development and malaria program management:

• Industry Experience: Extensive experience managing public health programmes in Nigeria, with at least 5 years specifically focused on malaria programmes.
• Specialized Expertise: Proven experience managing Social and Behavior Change Communication (SBCC) programmes and strong knowledge of Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) frameworks.
• Donor Experience: Previous working experience with USAID-funded projects.
• Management Skills: Exceptional leadership, staff management, financial management, and problem-solving abilities.
• Core Competencies: Strong communication, analytical skills, and executive presence. (Note: This is a senior management position, not an entry-level role).

Ready to Lead Public Health Impact?

If you have the leadership pedigree and public health expertise to drive this critical USAID-funded project, we want to hear from you!

• How to Apply: Send your CV to jobs@lextorahjobs.com
• Email Subject Line: Must use Application for Program Director