Senior Consultant

About the role

Azura Sankofa Advisory is a lean global health advisory practice within Management Sciences for Health that supports governments to strengthen and finance health systems. This senior consultant role provides part-time technical support, leads business development, and oversees delivery once engagements are won.

What you'll do

• Build and convert the pipeline of government, donor and foundation opportunities from qualification to submission.
• Lead development of country-owned concept notes and proposals, drawing in ASA and MSH expertise.
• Provide senior technical advisory in core focus areas such as health financing and health-systems strengthening.
• Help reorganise and strengthen the consultant roster and staffing readiness for rapid mobilization.
• Support delivery planning, inception, quality reviews, and capture lessons learned during engagements.

What they're looking for

• At least 10 years of experience in global health, health financing, public financial management, governance or related advisory services.
• Strong track record of winning and delivering donor- and government-funded work and writing proposals and investment cases.
• Technical depth in health financing, governance and accountability, or health-systems strengthening.
• Experience supporting projects across East and West Africa and navigating diverse regulatory environments.
• Excellent written and spoken English; ability to travel when required.

For applicants in Nigeria

• This is a remote role with travel as required; initial six months, renewable subject to need and funding.
• Independent consultancy, not an employment position.
• The listing includes Nigeria among eligible locations but does not specify a salary currency; confirm pay details during interview.