Program Specialist, PMTCT at U.S. Embassy

The U.S. Embassy in Abuja is seeking to employ a suitable and qualified candidate for the Program Specialist, Prevention of mother-to-child transmission (PMTCT) position in the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Nigeria office in Abuja:

Job Title: Program Specialist, PMTCT

Position Grade: FSN-10/FP - 5/5
Location: Abuja - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

Basic Function of the Position

• The incumbent under the supervision of the prevention branch chief for CDC Nigeria Office (Abuja), provides project support to the president's Emergency plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR); contributing to the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of programs aimed at preventing mother-to-child transmission of HIV.
• The job holder's responsibilities include day-to-day program and administrative management, coordination and collaboration with other PEPFAR agencies to ensure that project implementation addresses program strategic objectives and internationally recognized public health standards and best practices.
• The incumbent ensures collaboration among PEPFAR partners involved in HIV/AIDS PMTCT programs and provides leadership in promoting use of internationally recognized best practices in PMTCT among PEPFAR sponsored programs in Nigeria.
• She/he serves as the activity manager for PMTCT components of one or more CDC-supported cooperative agreements. This position serves as a key contributor to the planning, development and review of the PMTCT components of the annual Country Operational Plan (COP) for Nigeria.
• She/he monitors and evaluates progress of projects, identifying technical, personnel, logistical, and financial problems and makes or recommends revisions as necessary to overcome obstacles and constraints to progress.
• The job holder represents CDC Nigeria on PMTCT issues at technical, policy and strategic planning meetings, including with collaborators and donor agencies. Identifies training needs and participates in the development and implementation of training courses for partner organizations.

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.

• A Post graduate Degree in Public Health, Medicine, Nursing or a related discipline is required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of mid-to-senior level public health experience in HIV/AIDS prevention, care and support programs, including program development and planning, implementation and evaluation that involve coordination with an international agency or implementing partners.
• This experience must include HIV counseling and testing that demonstrates the ability to consult and collaborate effectively with different levels of the health care field including clinic based ANC personnel, health care setting directors, and non- care setting personnel.
• Level IV (fluency) Speaking/Writing/Reading in English is required.
• Incumbent must have knowledge of latest technology in child maternal health and PMTCT of HIV, HIV/AIDS health care, in-depth specialist knowledge of PMTCT public health programs, strategies, methods, processes and techniques used to develop, implement and evaluate result of prevention of mother to child transmission program.
• Thorough Knowledge and up-to-date knowledge of the host country public health operational environment, structure and operations of the MOH and other host government ministries and offices, the environment for health care delivery at the national, regional, district and community level is required.
• Intermediate computer skills with experience in Microsoft Word, Excel, database, advance spreadsheet functions and ability to type with speed and accuracy is required.

Selection Process

• When fully qualified, U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) and U.S. Veterans are given preference. Therefore, it is essential that the candidate specifically addresses the required qualifications above in the application.

Additional Selection Criteria

• Management will consider nepotism/conflict of interest, budget, and residency status in determining successful candidacy.
• Current employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply.
• Current Ordinarily Resident employees with an Overall Summary Rating of Needs Improvement or Unsatisfactory on their most recent Employee Performance Report are not eligible to apply.
• Currently employed NORs hired under a Personal Services Agreement (PSA) are ineligible to apply for advertised positions within the first 90 calendar days of their employment unless currently hired into a position with a When Actually Employed (WAE) work schedule.

Remuneration
OR - Ordinarily Resident: N6,446,680 p.a.
(Starting basic salary) Position Grade: FSN-10
In addition to the basic salary, all allowances will be paid in accordance with the Mission Local Compensation Plan.
NOR - Non Ordinarily Resident - AEFM/EFM/MOH - US$49,311 p.a (Starting Salary) Position Grade: FP-5/5

Application Closing Date
13th March, 2015.

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

• Application for US Federal Employment (DS - 174); or a current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same information as a DS-174; plus,
• Candidates who claim US 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.
• Limit all electronic (e-mail) submissions to one entry/e-mail not larger than 5MB. Please submit attachments in PDF and Word formats, not pictures.
• E-mails received without the appropriate subject line and incomplete applications will not be considered.

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

Or submit to: [email protected]

Click here to download Application Form for Employment as a Locally Employed Staff or Family Member (DS-174) (PDF 1.78 MB)

Click here to download the Instructions for Completing DS-174 (PDF 2.40 MB)

Note: All non ordinarily resident applicants must have the required work and residency permits to be eligible for consideration. A U.S. Citizen EFM does not have to be residing in country to be considered, but the sponsoring officer under com authority does have to be officially assigned to post