Technical Advisor - Clinical Services (Paediatric ART) 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 following position:

Job Title: Technical Advisor – Clinical Services (Paediatric ART)

Location: Lagos

Responsibilities

• The job holder will provide technical and programmatic support, especially in the area of Paediatric Antiretroviral Therapy (ART) for the scale-up and delivery of qualitative HIV services, and attainment of programme goals.
• S/he will also contribute to the strengthening of working relationships with other stakeholders and building of systems for programme sustainability.
• 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 managing the Lagos Office team of technical staff
• 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 ART
• Contribute to the development of programme work plans
• Provide technical and programmatic support for high quality HIV programme implementation and service delivery, in line with national guidelines and international best practices, and work towards target achievement by supported sites and programme sustainability
• Support the coordination of all components related to the clinical management of HIV
• 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

Requirements

• A degree in the Medical Sciences (MBBS or MB.Bch.), a postgraduate fellowship in Paediatrics and a minimum of eight (8) years’ experience in HIV prevention, care and treatment programmes. Experience in TB, MNCH, RH and malaria programmes would be an advantage.

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
• Computer literacy/skills in usage of personal productivity tools (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet browsing, emailing, etc.) are essential

Application Closing Date
11th February, 2014

Method Of Application
Qualified applicants should write to: [email protected] stating how their skills, knowledge and experience make them suitable, and addressing the person specifications highlighted above for each position. 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 being applied for. All applications must be received on or before the application closing date. Late applications will not be considered and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 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.