Technical Advisor - Clinical Services (Paediatric HIV) at AiDS Prevention Initiative in Nigeria (APIN)

AiDS Prevention Initiative in Nigeria (APIN) is a non-governmental donor-funded organization dedicated to the prevention, treatment, care and support of diseases of public health importance in Nigeria, including HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria, among others. Since 2001 we have worked closely with key stakeholders to reduce the burden and mitigate the impact of those diseases through cutting edge, innovative & sustainable approaches.

We are seeking qualified and suitable candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Technical Advisor - Clinical Services (Paediatric HIV)

Location: Lagos

Job Description

• The job holder will provide technical and programmatic support, especially in the area of paediatric HIV for the scale-up and delivery of qualitative HIV services, and attainment of program goals.
• S/he will also contribute to the strengthening of working relationships with other stakeholders and building of systems for program sustainability.

Job Tasks

• Interface, in conjunction with other members of the APIN Clinical Services Team, between the APIN Program Office, Program Sites, relevant government agencies and other stakeholders
• Provide support for all components related to the clinical management of paediatric HIV
• Work with other team members towards the scale-up of HIV services by supporting the identification of areas of unmet need and expansion of services to new sites
• Identify program-wide capacity building needs, especially related to Paediatric HIV
• Contribute to the development of program work plans
• Provide technical and programmatic support for high quality HIV program implementation and service delivery, in line with national guidelines and international best practices, and work towards target achievement by supported sites and program sustainability
• Promote stakeholder engagement by working with various levels of government, their relevant bodies/agencies, US Government agencies in Nigeria and other partners
• Work closely with other team members to prepare program reports and document best practices

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• A medical degree (MBBS or equivalent), a postgraduate fellowship in Paediatrics and a minimum of 12 years’ experience in HIV prevention, care and treatment program.
• Experience in TB, MNCH, RH and malaria programs would be an advantage.

Application Closing Date
19th August, 2016.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should write to: [email protected] stating how their skills, knowledge and experience make them suitable, and addressing the person specifications highlighted above for the position.

Note

• The suitability statement should not exceed a page and must appear on the first page of the CV, which must be saved in Microsoft Word and as applicant’s full name.
• The subject of the mail should be the job position and location being applied for, e.g. Technical Advisor - Clinical Services (Paediatric HIV) [Lagos].
• Late applications will not be considered and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.