Program Officer (OVC) - Community Services at APIN Public Health Initiatives (APIN)

APIN Public Health Initiatives 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. APIN works in partnership with the Federal and State Governments of Nigeria, United States Center for Disease Control (CDC), as well as the Global Fund to fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria in Nigeria. We seek to recruit qualified persons to fill critical positions necessary for programme implementation.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Program Officer (OVC) - Community Services

Reference Code: POCS400
Location: Benue

Abridged Profile

• The successful candidate will work with the State Team Lead to provide technical and programmatic support to drive Orphans & Vulnerable Children (OVC)  and other Community Services intervention in a close working relationship with stakeholders; CSOs, supported health facilities, relevant government agencies and network of PLHIV, in the implementation of community-based programs namely; HIV care and support and OVC programs with gender mainstreaming.

Qualifications and Experience

• Must possess a first degree in Sciences or Social Sciences. A Master’s degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
• Must possess a minimum of 8 years cognate experience in an NGO or donor-funded environment with expertise in the design, implementation and monitoring of HIV Care & Support and OVC programs.

Remuneration
We offer professionals opportunities for career advancement, a good working environment and competitive remuneration.

Application Closing Date
14th August, 2020.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications to this dedicated email: [email protected]

Note

• Applicants will be required to attach a CV with a Suitability Statement that states how their skills, knowledge and experience make them suitable, and indicate the Job Reference Code & location as the subject of the email.
• The Suitability Statement should not exceed a page and must appear on the first page of the CV, contained in one document. The job reference code is an important requirement and any application not in line with this instruction will not be considered.
• Late applications will not be considered and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.