Technical Adviser

Technical Adviser – Emergency Preparedness, Resilience and Response G7 at the British High Commission (BHC) Nigeria

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Grade: S
Duration of Post: 12 months
Type of Position: Fixed Term
Working hours per week: 35 hours
Type of Post: British Deputy High Commission
Job Subcategory: Home Office International Operations
Job Category: Other British Government Departments (Partners across Government, including UK Visas)
Start Date: 1 April 2024

Main Purpose of Job

• The Technical Adviser will undertake a dual role, overseeing aspects of public health emergency preparedness, resilience, and response (EPRR) in Nigeria while also serving as a liaison to the ECOWAS Regional Centre for Surveillance and Disease Control (RCSDC), under the direction of the Senior Public Health Advisor/Country Lead.
• The role encompasses key responsibilities such as coordinating IHR-SP EPRR activities, supporting the establishment and execution of national EPRR simulation exercises, and maintaining situational awareness for both the UK-based EPRR team and the ECOWAS RCSDC.
• Diplomatic acumen and cultural intelligence are essential, as the role involves engaging with senior leadership, government officials, and other stakeholders.
• The ideal candidate should possess expertise in EPRR alongside international relations capabilities, able to demonstrate both technical proficiency and diplomatic finesse.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Coordinate IHR-SP EPRR input for bilateral and multilateral activities at the country level.
• Support the development and execution of national EPRR simulation exercises.
• Assist in the development, testing, and validation of EPRR policies, plans, and SOPs.
• Maintain in-country EPRR situational awareness and provide updates to the UK-based EPRR team.
• Collaborate with the ECOWAS RCSDC to enhance EPRR capability in the region.
• Additionally, the role involves stakeholder management, representation at relevant events, and providing technical input to strengthen EPRR capability in Nigeria.

Essential Qualifications, Skills, and Experience

• Degree qualification or equivalent experience in a health-related field.
• Demonstrable experience in emergency preparedness, resilience, and/or response, preferably in public health.
• Familiarity with Nigeria’s health sector and cultural context.
• Proven stakeholder management skills, including collaboration with government agencies.
• Experience in delivering presentations, training sessions, or participating in emergency response exercises.
• Understanding of monitoring and evaluation principles in project delivery.
• Knowledge of global health challenges, particularly in low- and middle-income countries.
• Ability to work independently, manage workload, and adapt to changing circumstances.
• Proficiency in computer applications such as Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.

Desirable Qualifications, Skills, and Experience

• Additional qualifications or experience in emergency preparedness, resilience, and response.
• Previous roles in public sector or bilateral/multilateral organizations.
• Familiarity with UKHSA (UK Health Security Agency).

Salary: USD 4,885.77

Important Information and Notice

• Please review your application carefully before submission, as changes cannot be made afterward.
• Local employees of the British High Commission in Abuja are subject to local employment laws in Nigeria.
• Candidates must be legally eligible to work and reside in the country of the vacancy, or demonstrate eligibility to obtain the relevant permit.
• Appointable candidates may be placed on a reserve list for future vacancies.
• The British High Commission does not request any payment or fees for job applications.
• Reference checks and security clearances will be conducted for successful candidates.