Managing Director at Management Sciences for Health (MSH) - NAIJA STICK

Managing Director at Management Sciences for Health (MSH)

The Management Sciences for Health (MSH), a global health nonprofit organization, uses proven approaches developed over 40 years to help leaders, health managers, and communities in developing nations build stronger health systems for greater health impact. 

• We work to save lives by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Managing Director

Job Requisition ID: R4888

Location: Nigeria

Job type: Full-time

Job Summary

The MSH Nigeria Managing Director will play a pivotal role in deepening and expanding MSH’s influence in Nigeria.

• In the role of Managing Director, she/he will oversee the operations of MSH Nigeria, LTD/GTE  (“MSH Nigeria”) with direction from and under the supervision (direct or indirect) of the MSH Nigeria Board of Directors (on which Board the Managing Director also sits) and the MSH, Inc, Chief Operating Officer (COO), and in accordance with applicable Nigerian laws and regulations, donor rules, and applicable MSH, Inc. policies, including without limitation laws, rules and policies relating to MSH Nigeria, operations. 

The MD is at the forefront of MSH Nigeria business development initiatives, enhancing our visibility within the country through the cultivation of relationships, and supporting the expansion and sustainability of the MSH platform in Nigeria.

The MD will spearhead the development and implementation of a strategic business plan tailored for Nigeria to position MSH as a pivotal player in enhancing health system capabilities and achieving universal health care across the country.

• The MD will oversee MSH Nigeria project implementation in Nigeria, ensuring that projects and their teams achieve objectives, within budget, and in strict adherence to contractual and MSH policy requirements.
• The MD will oversee MSH Nigeria project implementation in Nigeria, ensuring that projects and their teams achieve objectives, within budget, and in strict adherence to contractual and MSH policy requirements.
• Collaborating closely with Global teams across MSH, the MD will champion technical excellence, ensuring all initiatives reflect MSH’s high standards, core values, and mission.

As the ambassador and advocate for Nigeria’s initiatives within MSH worldwide, the MD will unify and harmonize MSH Nigeria’s diverse projects and teams within Nigeria, fostering knowledge sharing within Nigeria and with MSH globally.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

MSH Nigeria LTD/GTE Leadership and Management – 25%:

Represents Management Sciences for Health in all legal matters at the country level and ensures that MSH Nigeria’s operations are aligned with local laws and regulations.

• Serves on the Board of Directors and supports the fulfillment of corporate governance functions, as required by local law and MSH Nigeria governance documents.

Leads organizational development for MSH Nigeria with a focus on expanding and institutionalizing shared services, project implementation, and business development structures. 

• Leads the development and implementation of a strategic business plan for MSH Nigeria, in collaboration with the Board of Directors and MSH, Inc. leadership

Supports the implementation of a talent management framework that fosters a positive work culture and promote teamwork, collaboration, and professional development and facilitates performance management across the MSH Nigeria team.

• Manages intercompany agreements with MSH, Inc. for project implementation and global services.
• Facilitates internal coordination and linkages required to achieve technical and administrative management objectives at the country and global levels.

Required Experience:

Minimum of 15 years of experience in public health, including extensive knowledge of technical public health implementation, and experience managing health systems projects.

• Demonstrated experience fundraising, working with donor organizations, and representing an organization at a senior level.

Established network of personal and institutional relationships in public health in Nigeria

• Demonstrated experience in influencing, negotiating, and managing relationships with high-level leaders and partners.
• Experience managing large contracts and budgets funded by donors such as USAID, UN, World Bank, etc., particularly in the health sector, is highly desirable.
• Experience in the private or public sector with business acumen.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to influence, motivate, and work constructively with senior technical leaders and lead without line authority.

• Excellent written and spoken English skills, including report writing skills.
• Strong operational background with experience developing and managing budgets, reporting and revising budgets.

A good understanding of Microsoft Office Suite products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint, is required. Knowledge of Salesforce is preferred.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Knowledge of Nigeria’s Public Health Systems and Organizations is preferred and desirable.  

Competencies:

Leadership qualities such as global experience, ability to work in a global work environment, judgment, and confidence.

• Ability to grow, manage, leverage, and sustain a high performing team.

Entrepreneurial mindset, flexibility, ingenuity, resilience, and commitment to thrive in an entrepreneurial environment.

• Exceptional communication skills, particularly at all levels and for all audiences.
• Proven ability to influence, negotiate, and manage relationships with high-level leaders and partners.
• Demonstrates MSH’s Values.
• Knowledge and commitment to public health practices.

Physical Demands:

• Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards.

Application Closing Date

• Not Specified.

Requirements

Required Education:

• Advanced Degree in Public Health, Business Administration, or related areas.

How to Apply 

Interested applicant can apply via this link 

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