RMNCAEH+N Quality of Care Capacity Building Trainer (Kano, Kebbi, katsina, Ondo & Ebonyi)
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Job Summary
Overview
Nigeria continues to face high maternal and child mortality rates with a maternal mortality ratio of 512 deaths per 100000 live births under-5 mortality at 132 per 1000 live births and neonatal mortality at 39 per 1000 live births (NDHS 2018). Despite efforts the NDHS 2013 and 2018 show minimal progress in reducing these rates. The 2019 Verbal and Social Autopsy Study (VASA) revealed that neonatal deaths account for 30% of under-5 mortality primarily due to sepsis intrapartum injuries and pneumonia most occurring within the first seven days of life.
Poor quality of care remains a significant contributor to preventable maternal neonatal and child response the MCGL project in collaboration with the State Ministry of Health (FMoH) aims to strengthen the capacity of selected states in implementing Quality of Care (QoC) strategies. This includes establishing and supporting State Quality Improvement (QI) teams at health facility levels.
Purpose of Assignment
To support the State Ministries of Health in building the capacity of five implementing States Kano Kastina Kebbi Ondo and Ebonyi. On the RMNCAEHN Quality of Care strategy thereby improving health outcomes for women newborns and children.
Objectives
- Build capacity of state teams on the RMNCAEHN QoC strategy
- Support the establishment and functionality of QoC structures at state and LGA levels
- Promote data-driven decision-making and continuous quality improvement
Responsibilities
You will support the following activities in the six states:
- Train state teams on RMNCAEHN QoC strategies
- Train teams on dashboard use
- Establish and inaugurate QI teams
- Review and align data collection tools with QoC documentation needs
Expected Outcomes
- All five states trained on RMNCAEHN QoC strategy
- Active participation in TWGs
- Regular submission of QoC data from all states
Required Qualifications
Essential
- Masters degree (PhD is an added advantage)
- Medical degree (MBBS Nursing/Midwifery Pharmacy) with MPH
- Minimum 8 years of relevant experience
- At least 7 years of consultancy experience with local/international organizations
- Experience working with Federal and State Ministries of Health
Desirable
- Postgraduate degree in Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Publications in maternal and newborn health especially RMNCH QoC
Knowledge and Skills
- Proficiency in MS Office
- Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Excellent written and spoken English
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