Senior Program Officer, Strategic Information at the Institute of Human Virology (IHVN)

The Institute of Human Virology (IHVN) is a leading and reputable indigenous non-governmental organization implementing a comprehensive family-focused HIV/AIDS prevention, care and treatment program in partnership with local and international organizations and the different tiers of the Government of Nigeria at national, state, local and site levels.

We are recruiting to fill the position of:

Job Title: Senior Program Officer, Strategic Information

Locations: Abuja
Open to: All Interested Candidates (Internal and External)
Immediate Supervisor: Associate Director, SI

Job Descriptions

• The Senior Program Officer is responsible for overseeing Program Monitoring, Evaluation and reporting activities within his/her purview.
• The Senior Program Officer will also have immediate oversight over all SI staff within the unit.
• S/He will provide technical support and coordination for the implementation of Strategic Information activities in the organization to ensure program targets are met, implement and ensure data quality and best practices in data collection, data management, and data reporting at different levels.
• Ensuring the use of standard tools and indicators required in the program and promoting health system strengthening activities at all levels also falls within his/her responsibilities.
• S/he will also collaborate with the Government of Nigeria agencies to conduct monitoring and evaluation activities.
• The Senior Program Officer, SI will liaise closely with other technical staff in the central/state/regional offices in implementing IHVN programs.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide technical oversight to regional and site staff on Global Funds program indicators, reporting and data quality issues.
• Oversee the development and periodic review of program reporting protocol and target distribution to IHVN supported sites.
• Develop indicator matrices in line with indicator requirements.
• Oversee the development of Standard Operating Procedures for Program Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting.
• Provide supervision of Electronic Medical Records implementation and report generation in supported facilities.
• Active participation and supervision of Quality Improvement activities.
• Review monthly program indicator and narrative reports and oversee the generation of program reports to IHVN management and funders (Global Fund)
• Oversee the generation of Global Funds Semester/ Progress Update/ Disbursement Request (PUDR reports).
• Ensure the preparation of adhoc reports as required and requested.
• Ensure the utilization of standardized monitoring and evaluation indicators and tools for consistency in measurement.
• Provide trainings and guidance on program indicators and Data Collection Tools at sites
• Participate in the development of Performance Implementation Plans, Monitoring &Evaluation operational plans, performance framework and Strategic Information (SI) workplan and budget.
• Participate in grant writing activities and responding to the SI requirements.
• Oversee the generation of regular gap analysis to show program/ regional progress towards achieving set targets.
• Participate in periodic On-site Data Verification (OSDV) activities, Data QualityAssessments, Local Funding Agency (LFA) reviews when required.
• Participate in sites assessment and activation activities and provide technical support as required.
• Participate in health system strengthening activities which include, but not limited to capacity building at the facility and state levels, advocacy to state officers and facility management.
• Provide strategic technical assistance to the government agencies and wider State response on theories, strategies and approaches for monitoring and evaluation at the national and sub-national level.
• Support improved availability and use of monitoring, evaluation and surveillance data for program planning, evaluation, and policy advocacy.
• Represent the organization at Principal Recipient /Sub-Recipeint meetings, Global Fund meetings, Zonal Review meetings, Technical Working Groups and other program monitoring and reporting related meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head, Strategic Information

Education/Experience

• A University Degree in Medicine, Pharmacy, Statistics, Epidemiology and Computer Science. An MPH or additional master's degree will be an added advantage. Minimum of 5 years working experience in relevant field.
• Experience with HIV/AIDS, TB and malaria programs or related health service programs; and/or impact mitigation programs in the West African context.
• Experience with the PEPFAR/ Global Funds SI system is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated experience in the design, implementation and management of health monitoring and evaluation systems.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation practices, methods, tools and guidelines
• Must have the ability to obtain, analyze, organize and interpret data and present findings in both oral and written form effectively to technical and non-technical colleagues.
• Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office package applications and a statistical package such as SPSS, SAS or STATA
• Knowledge of and experience in health information management systems and database maintenance.
• Knowledge of and practical experience in health-related research and ethical requirements.
• Excellent (fluent) English written and verbal communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.
• Team player with ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Have a clear understanding of the health system structure in HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria environment within the country.
• Have a supportive attitude towards processes of strengthening local partners and building local capacities for self-management.
• Be willing to undertake regular field visits with a team approach to program implementation and be able to manage several major activities simultaneously
• Ability to interact with and engage stakeholders at different levels.
• Flexible, willing to travel and work weekends

Application Closing Date
6th October, 2015.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their application letter and detailed Curriculum Vitae in Microsoft word format to the "Associate Director, Human Resources" through this email address: [email protected]

Note: Candidates should indicate appropriate positions and preferred locations in their application letter. IHVN is an equal opportunity employer.