AIDS Prevention Initiative in Nigeria (APIN) Recruits Program Officer - Clinical Services

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 assume the vacant position:

Job Title: Program Officer - Clinical Services

Location: Lagos

The successful candidate will be a member of the State Team and will provide technical support in all aspects of HIV/AIDS services at the APIN-supported programme sites in order to Integrate and improve service delivery, scale up of services and achieve programme targets in the state. S/he will also strengthen working relationships with stakeholders and build systems for programme sustainability. Copied: www.hotnigerianjobs.com

Job Tasks

• Manage the State Team and work program
• Interface between the APIN Program Office, sites, relevant government agencies and other stakeholders in the state
• Support the roll-over of existing treatment sites in the state from other partners to APIN as the lead implementing partner
• Work towards complete coverage of the state by identifying areas of unmet need for HIV services and anchor scale up of HIV services to new sites in the state
• Identify training and technical assistant needs and provide technical and programmatic support for the implementation of high quality treatment, care and support programme, working towards target achievement at the APIN supported tertiary, secondary and primary sites
• Lead the development and implementation of site work plan, towards achieving high quality healthcare delivery and programme sustainability, in collaboration with other members of the State Team
• Work with the state office head to coordinate the implementation of all components related to the clinical management of HIV/AIDS
• Work with GON/USG stakeholders and other partners to plan, implement, monitor and evaluate ART, PMTCT, HI V/TB as well as Care & Support programme in the state, using international best practices
• Work closely with team members to document best practices, share experience and make recommendations as appropriate

Minimum Qualifications and Experience
A degree in the Medical Sciences (MBBS or MB.Bch.) with a postgraduate fellowship in Internal Medicine or Paediatrics; and a minimum of eight years’ experience in HIV/AIDS prevention, care and treatment programmes; experience in MNCH, RH, Malaria and TB programmes and an MPH would be an advantage. Copied: www.hotnigerianjobs.com

Technical and Behavioural Competencies

• Good working knowledge of current national and WHO HIV/AIDS guidelines for prevention, treatment, care & support of adults and children
• Knowledge of models of working with and linking different tiers of healthcare facilities
• Ability to multitask, with knowledge of various programme areas
• Ability to work with discretion and minimal supervision
• Understanding of community systems and how they impact service utilization
• Ability to provide mentorship and integrated supportive supervision to all categories of HCWs
• Knowledge of HCT, PMTCT and ART national M/E tools
• Ability to organize and coordinate training programmes and meetings
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Excellent leadership qualities and interpersonal skills

Application Closing Date
9th August, 2013

Method of Application
Qualified and interested applicants should visit www.apin.org.ng/careers to register a profile and complete the online application form, ensuring that all information provided are true and correct. All applications must be submitted on or before August 9, 2013. Late applications will not be considered and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Computer literacy/skills in usage of personal productivity tools (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Internet browsing. emailing, etc.) is essential for all positions; and candidates must be willing to do considerable amount of local travel, as respective jobs may require. Copied: www.hotnigerianjobs.com

APIN offers very competitive terms of employment and is an equal opportunity employer. Women who are qualified for the positions are therefore encouraged to apply.