Program Advisor - Monitoring & Evaluation (Private Sector) 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 assume the vacant position:

Job Title: Program Advisor - Monitoring & Evaluation (Private Sector)

Location: Jos

The job holder will be a member of the Private Sector Team and will assist the Program Officer - Monitoring & Evaluation to support the implementation of monitoring & evaluation (M&E) in all private sector engagement. Copied: www.hotnigerianjobs.com

Job Tasks

• Assist in setting up M&E systems in the APIN program office and private health facilities
• Provide technical assistance to supported private health facilities in the collection, analysis, reporting and use of output data for program improvement
• Collate monthly reports and provide feedbacks on the consistency of data with program design in collaboration with the Private Sector and State Team
• Support the provision of program output data to the State Team and relevant government agencies through the state Program Officers Monitoring & Evaluation
• Participate in periodic and donor initiated Data Quality Audits (DQAs) at private health facilities, which are directly engaged by the supported organizations
• Support the monitoring of progress made in program implemented with the private sector, towards achieving targets in the respective states
• Work in collaboration with other members of the State Team to ensure that the supported organizations hold regular data review meetings to promote data utilization
• Assist in the provision of technical support to strengthen the M&E systems of the supported private sector organizations
• Conduct periodic visits to program sites. Copied: www.hotnigerianjobs.com

Minimum Qualifications and Experience
A Health related degree with a minimum of four (4) years’ experience, including at least two (2) years supporting the implementation of M&E systems and executing program evaluation; a degree in Pharmacy is an added advantage.

Technical and Behavioral Competencies

• Working knowledge of program monitoring & evaluation and program management
• Good analytical skills and knowledge of statistical methods
• Knowledge of HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment, including knowledge of current HIV/AIDS guidelines and standards with respect to monitoring & evaluation
• Ability to organize and coordinate training programmes
• Report writing and oral/written communication skills
• Experience working with private health institutions
• Excellent interpersonal skill

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.