U.S. Embassy in Abuja Recruits Senior Program Specialist, HIV Surveillance

U.S. Embassy in Abuja is seeking to employ a suitable and qualified candidate for the position of Senior Program Specialist, HIV Surveillance in the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention office.

Position Title: Senior Program Specialist, HIV Surveillance,

*FSN-11/FP-04: (This position will be filled at the FSN-11/FP-04 at the trainee level with promotion to target grade of FSN-12/FP-03 after one year with supervisor’s recommendation).
Open To: All Interested Candidates
Ref: A96028
Annoucement No: 2012-032
Location: Abuja -Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Work Hours: Full-time; 40 hours/week
Salary: OR-Ordinarily Resident: N5,050,289 per annum (Starting basic Salary)
Position Grade: FSN-11
In addition to the basic salary, all allowances will be paid in accordance with the U.S. Mission Local Compensation Plan (LCP).
NOR-Not Ordinarily Resident: (AEFM) - US$61,759;
EFM/MOH – US$53,003 (Starting Salary) per annum.
Position Grade: FP-04

Basic Functions of the Position
The incumbent, under the supervision of the Medical Epidemiologist, will lead and direct HIV/AIDS surveys, surveillance and implementation science activities that CDC Nigeria is implementing in partnership with Federal Ministry of Health (FMOH), Implementing Partners (IP) and other stakeholders. The incumbent will apply both theoretical and practical knowledge to support Strategic Information activities including Health Management Information Systems and program monitoring and evaluation, general epidemiology and surveillance. The incumbent will manage and support CDC implementing partners.

Position Requirements
Note: All applicants MUST address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each criterion or the application will not be considered.

1. A Doctorate degree in Medicine (MBBS or MD), Public Health, Epidemiology, Behavioral Sciences or strongly related discipline.
2. Four (4) years experience in the management of HIV/AIDS, STD, TB intervention programs at the local, state or international level with responsibility for monitoring and evaluation of program activities is required. An additional one (1) year of supervisory experience is required.
3. Level IV (fluency in oral and written) English is required.
4. Expert knowledge of partner management and the translation of evaluation data as it pertains to the improvement of partner performance, program operations, guidelines and policies is required.
5. Must be proficient in the use of statistical/data management software and Microsoft office applications (Word, Excel and Power Point).
6. Good writing and presentation skills are required.

Application Closing Date
May 03, 2012

How To Apply
Interested applicants for this position must submit the following, or the application will not be considered:

• Application for U.S. Federal Employment (DS-174); or a current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same information as a DS-174; plus
• Candidates who claim U.S. Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form DD-214 with their application.
• Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards, copies of degrees earned) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.
• A type-written and signed application letter specifically applying for this position, and addressing the minimum requirements as advertised.

Please reference the job title and announcement number on the application letter.

Submit application to:

Embassy of the United States of America
Human Resources Office
Plot 1075 Diplomatic Drive
Central District Area
Abuja.

Point of Contact
Tel: 09-461-4000 Ext 4261
Fax: 09-461-4036
E-mail: HRNigeria@state.gov

The U.S. Mission in Nigeria provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation. The Department of State also strives to achieve equal employment opportunity in all personnel operations through continuing diversity enhancement programs.
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