Program Associate

Job Description:

The firm implements the Pakistan Health Logistics Management Information System (LMIS) Assessment project for UNICEF Pakistan. This project seeks to develop an integrated LMIS for maternal, neonatal, and child health (MNCH) that includes all Very Essential Medicines List (VEML) products in the Sindh and Punjab regions and to build staff capacity for using the newly developed system. The Program Associate based in Islamabad Office will support the Field Coordinator with the coordination of project activities within the regions of Punjab and Sindh to ensure that timelines are met according to the project’s work plan. In addition, he/she will look after communication/coordination between field teams and the main project office in Islamabad.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

1. Assist field coordinator in ensuring implementation of the project plan as per pre-defined timelines.
2. Assist field coordinator in internal coordination with administration, finance, and HR teams for timely provision of operational support to project activities and processing of expense reports and other financial claims.
3. Create, compile and export databases containing all information for project-related activities.
4. Maintain database and prepare tracker of all correspondence to relevant stakeholders.
5. Create and maintain accurate records for all communications material including but not limited to: Scanning and filing of electronic and paper copies of communications materials (publications, photographs, and other documents).
6. Coordination with project team for coordination and management of all training activities.
7. Any other task assigned by the supervisor.

Required Skills and Qualifications

1. A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Social/Management Sciences, Business/Public Administration,  International Development, or any other relevant field is required. At least 1-year relevant experience in project management, development sector, USAID or other donor funded programs in health sector will be preferred.
2. Previous experience in the development and delivery of training or capacity building programs is preferred
3. Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to interact professionally with diverse staff, clients, consultants and counterparts.
4. Demonstrated competence to assess priorities and manage a variety of activities in a fast paced, time-sensitive environment and meet deadlines with attention to detail and qualityGood Written and Verbal Communication Skills in English and Urdu.
5. Demonstrated intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite Applications including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoin

1. Attention to Detail: Able to analyze complex plans, identify mistakes, and inefficiencies.
2. Critical Thinking Skills: Able to think quickly,problem solver, Critical thinker.
3. Organizational Skills: Muti tasking skills, keep track of time, and keep tabs on multiple projects.