Programs Analyst

Job title : Programs Analyst

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the execution of public health programs from planning through implementation, monitoring, and reporting
• Conduct literature reviews, desk research, and evidence synthesis to inform program design and technical outputs
• Assist in the preparation of technical deliverables, including proposals, reports, presentations, briefs, and knowledge products
• Support project monitoring by maintaining work plans, trackers, implementation records, and performance data
• Assist with research activities, including data collection, documentation, quality assurance, and study coordination
• Analyze and synthesize program and research data to identify trends and generate insights for evidence-based decision-making
• Support data collection, cleaning, and analysis for donor and client reporting
• Coordinate meetings, workshops, and stakeholder engagements, including logistics
• Document outcomes and follow up on actions arising from project activities
• Support the monitoring of program progress against agreed indicators and work plans
• Contribute to periodic reports, implementation updates, and client/donor communications
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with government agencies, partners, consultants, and other stakeholders in Kano and beyond
• Assist with client correspondence, meeting preparation, and follow-up
• Maintain organized, confidential project documentation in line with ACE’s quality standards
• Provide technical, administrative, and operational support for organizational priorities and other assignments as required

Qualifications and Experience

• A Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Medicine, Nursing, Epidemiology, Health Sciences, Social Sciences, Development Studies, or a related field
• 1–3 years of relevant work, research, volunteer, or internship experience in health research, public health program, or a related field
• Prior exposure to clinical research, implementation science, or newborn/maternal and child health is an advantage
• Demonstrated interest in health systems strengthening, research administration, or evidence-to-policy work
• Familiarity with the Nigerian health system and/or experience working with academic, government, or non-profit institutions is desirable

Skills and Competencies

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to draft clear reports, briefs, and correspondence
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); familiarity with data tools is an advantage
• Basic problem-solving and analytical skills, applied to program design, monitoring, and evaluation tasks
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and discretion in handling sensitive institutional and research information
• Strong interpersonal skills and willingness to engage with diverse stakeholders, including clinicians, researchers, and government partners
• A proactive, solutions-oriented approach, initiative, and eagerness to learn in a fast-paced institutional environment
• Demonstrated cooperation and teamwork within program and research teams