Background

The Counselor will join our team and help our patients live better lives by helping them develop problem-solving skills to address mental health issues. He/ she is responsible for building relationships with patients by listening and assisting them in developing habits that improve their lives and overcome stress, anxiety, and behavioral disorders. Ultimately, he/she will work... directly with patients to understand and address their anxiety and emotional needs to help them live healthier lives.

The incumbent is responsible for:

Providing counseling services to individuals and families of people living with a disability.
Record patient information and manage confidential files.
Conducting psychological evaluations of patients to diagnose mental illness.
Identifying potential risks in patients’ lives that could lead to emotional problems.
Preparing reports on patient progress and recommendations for treatment.
Providing clinical intervention to individuals who are experiencing mental health issues such as depression or anxiety disorders.
Offering support and guidance during sessions with patients.
Conducting research on topics related to people living with leprosy and disability.
Work in close contact with the Head of Programmes and Operations to facilitate the effective
implementation of TLMN Country Strategy in line with the TLMN Policies, processes and Procedures.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

ATTRIBUTES ESSENTIAL DESIRABLE

Qualifications and experience

Master’s degree in psychology or related field.
Proven work experience as a
Counselling Psychologist or similar role
Relevant training and/or certifications as a Counseling Psychologist.
Skills Strong observational skills and attention to details.
Exceptional interpersonal skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication.
Empathy and sensitivity when dealing with patients.
Highly analytical mindset.
Good diagnostic and problemsolving skills.
Personality Committed Christian with good testimonies.
Honest and dedicated
Demonstrates the ability to use own initiatives.
Ability to manage subordinates in the office.
Circumstances Willing to work extra hours. more

Background

Under the direct supervision of the Senior Programme Officer based at the country office in Abuja, the
Project Assistants will perform tasks such as coordinating and supporting the implementation of all
TLMN projects at NCO, State and community levels. The Project Assistants will be based in Abuja and will work closely with Government staff, community groups and DPOs including... PIACs, CMCs,
JONAPWD, IDEA, in planning and implementation of project activities according to TLMN project cycle management framework.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Implementation and Monitoring of Project activities and reporting
The field officer ensures effective planning, implementation, monitoring and follow-up of the
TLM-Nigeria programs in the state.
Under the supervision of the Senior Programme Officer, the Programme Assistant maintains a comprehensive understanding of the health and development needs in his/her State of
Responsibility (SOR) through ensuring continuous collection, analysis and synthesis of relevant information.
Participates in assessments, analysis, reviews and evaluation of health and development issues to make relevant proposals that are based on TLM-Nigeria priorities and Country Strategy.
Facilitate joint planning and review meetings with the participating Beneficiaries.
Maintain appropriate data on project implementation as per the project monitoring and evaluation plan.
Compile and submit quarterly activity report and any other report as may be required by the Senior
Programme Officer.
Mobilize Community towards project activities.
Create awareness creation on project goal, objectives and expected outputs.
Facilitate development of community structures for managing the implementation of project activities.
Facilitate recruitment and training of Community Based Resource Persons and Beneficiaries.
Provide continuous re-orientation and training to Community Based Resource Persons and
Beneficiaries on topical areas relevant to programme implementation and team building.
Training of project Participants
Facilitate identification and sensitization and training of participant Beneficiaries on areas relevant to the project.
Ensure appropriate logistical support during trainings (Venues, transportation, training materials, etc)
Ensure COVID 19 protocols are observed by participants and trainers during trainings and meetings

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Management of Project Resources
Responsible for safety of all TLM-Nigeria resources in the State
Ensure effective use and maintenance of TLM-Nigeria resources in the State
Networking and inter-agency relationships
Builds and maintains positive working relationships/networks with relevant State/Local
Government authorities and community groups to ensure effective programme implementation of
TLM-Nigeria programmes in the State.
Follows up on all work-related messages and correspondence with the relevant State Ministries,
Departments and Agencies. Keeping the Senior Programme Officer in the loop of all
correspondences and any other contacts.
Represents the TLM-Nigeria in an appropriate way during activities, in meetings and in the field,
and avoids any activity that may reflect negatively on the TLM-Nigeria’s image.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Attributes Essential Desirable
Qualification First degree in Social Science, Social works,
Political Science and any other relevant field.
Certification in Project
Management

(Professional)

Experience A minimum of 2 years of professional experience in project development and management or, management and oversight or related field in an international and/or in a developing country is required.
Relevant experience in program/project financial monitoring and evaluation in an organization is a distinct asset.
Experience in the usage of office software MS packages and advanced knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages.
Experience in handling of web based project management systems.
Skill Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Ability to use a computer (Microsoft office suit application)
Ability to communicate well and good interpersonal relation with people.
Sound judgement to assess issues and take right decisions.
Good team player
Drive for Result.
Analytical.
Deciding and Initiating Action.
Planning and Organizing.
Following Instructions and Procedures.
Applying technical expertise.

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Personality Committed Christian with good Christian testimony.
Ability to take initiative.
Ability to work unsupervised.
Honest and dedicated.
Ability to manage people under him very well.
Problem solver
Ability to adapt
Circumstances Willingness to work for extended hours.
Willingness to travel extensively.
Applicants should specify the states they would want to work in and each applicant must be resident in that particular state.
Willingness and
Flexibility in unpredictable circumstances. more

Job Summary:

Work within the programs unit to introduce and monitor the implementation of all projects in TLMN including GFATM and special projects to ensure efficient and effective M&E of all project activities.

Assist in preparing periodic programmatic reports on behalf of TLMN according to donor’s guidelines

Primary Responsibilities:

Assist in producing monthly, quarterly and annual... M&E reports based on agreed indicators that will guide decision-making and program implementation.
Assist in the compilation of half-year and annual reports of project data and reports for submission to TLMI and other partners.
Collect, collate, analyze and interpret TB, TB/HIV, and leprosy data according to national guidelines.
Undertake periodic monitoring and technical support visit to states.
Assist to Support the design and implementation of baseline/midline/end-term and other surveys as well as conduct project reviews according to the approved work plan.
Work with partners to ensure the collection of relevant and appropriate data needed for an effective M&E system which will be utilized in the monitoring of strengths, weaknesses, and gaps in existing programs and services required for reporting.
Contribute to TLMN-wide organizational learning by disseminating data, reports, and lessons learned provided by field staff and state partners.
Assist to develop and strengthen monitoring, inspection and evaluation procedures.
Monitor all project activities, expenditures and progress toward achieving the project output.
Develop monitoring and impact indicators for the project’s success.
Monitor and evaluate overall progress on achievement of results.
Monitor the sustainability of the project's results.
Provide feedback to the Head of Programs on project strategies and activities.
Suggest strategies to the Project Management for improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the project by identifying bottlenecks in completing project activities and developing plans to minimize or eliminate such bottlenecks and recommend further improvement of the logical framework.

2 Conduct capacity assessment on existing monitoring and evaluation system Develop indicators and a monitoring strategy for the project.

Provide inputs, information and statistics for quarterly, annual and other reports to Project

Management Teams.

Participate in annual project reviews and planning workshops and assist the Head of
Programs and Operations in preparing relevant reports.
Support monitoring and evaluation of the effects and impact of the project.
Assist in coordinating across the available components of the Project to ensure effective implementation of M&E/MIS.
Assist the project personnel with M&E tools and in supporting them in their use.
Assist the Project Manager in preparing other relevant reports.
Undertake any other relevant duties as may be requested from time to time.

Personal specification:

Attributes Essential Desirable
Physical health and appearance
Able to withstand travel within Nigeria Presentable in dress and hygiene.
Qualification BSc or Equivalent in Mathematics, statistics, demographics, public policy, public health, or any other health science.
Minimum of 5years experience in a similar role
Previous work in data collation and reporting in a health-focused organization.

Skill

Proficiency in computer packages such as MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and any statistical analysis software (SPSS, EPI-INFO, STATA, SAS, or similar).
Experience in strategic planning and performance measurement, including indicator selection, target setting, reporting, database management, and developing M&E and/or performance monitoring plans.
Knowledge of the major evaluation methodologies (e.g., qualitative, quantitative, mixed method, and impact) and data collection and analysis methodologies.
Experience in planning and managing surveys.
Experience developing and refining data collection tools Working Knowledge of Hausa
Interpersonal skill
Verbal and written communication skills
A good leader
Personality Committed Christian with good
Christian testimony
Ability to take initiative
Honest and dedicated
Problem solver
Friendly and having the ability to lead being able to inspire the same in others
Circumstances Flexibility more