SNT Case Manager at the Achieving Health Nigeria Initiative (AHNi) - 3 Openings

Achieving Health Nigeria Initiative (AHNi) is an indigenous non-governmental organization that promotes socio-economic development by supporting a broad range of global health interventions, education, and economic initiatives in Nigeria. AHNi is an allied organization to Family Health International (FHI360) with co-existing and mutually supportive interest in advancing the collective goals of the people and communities served. AHNi currently has its headquarters in Abuja, Nigeria.

To strengthen our operations and interventions in the country, we are seeking qualified candidates for the position below:

Job Title: SNT Case Manager

Location: Taraba
Job Category: Volunteer
Slot: 3 Openings

Job Description

• DIC Case Managers at the Drop-in Centers will facilitate service uptake, linkage, and retention for KPs Living with (KPLHIV) as well as HTS uptake. SNT Case Managers will also track defaulting clients and bring them back to care. 
• The role holder will also elicit and document PNS and SNT of all HIV-positive index KPs and ensure HIV testing services are provided for all eligible contacts of index clients as well as ensure enrolment and initiation of ART for all positive contacts of index clients.
• In liaison with the adherence counselor, ensure regular monitoring of treatment adherence, community tracking of defaulters / lost to follow up clients and facilitate their return to care among other duties.

Minimum Recruitment Standard
To perform the job successfully, candidate should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Basic Knowledge of HIV and AIDS epidemiology and complications.
• Proficient HIV Testing and Counseling Skills.
• Knowledge of National HIV Testing Algorithm.
• Team player with good interpersonal relationships and tolerance to socio-cultural differences.
• Efficient and effective verbal and non-verbal communication skills
• Ability to multi-task effectively and adhere to timelines.
• Ability to follow instructions provided in verbal or written format.

Criteria for Selection:

• Qualification: SSCE/ OND, HND, RN, BSC, and BA
• Literate in both English language and local dialect.
• Resident in the State/LGA/communities where the community outreach team is based.
• Must be a Key Population Member.

Application Closing Date
18th January, 2023.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should forward a suitability statement (application) and resume (CV) as a single MS Word document to: [email protected] using the Job Title and Location as the subject of the email.

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Note

• Hard copies of applications will also be accepted at each of the State (Taraba and Anambra) OSS Sites or DIC locations
• Recruitment will be done on a Rolling Basis.
• Candidates applying for these positions should be residents within Jalingo Local Government Area and Community.
• Only applications sent electronically (i.e., by e-mail) with the job title and location clearly indicated as the subject of the mail will be considered and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• AHNi is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• Disclaimer: AHNi does not charge Candidates a fee for a test or interview.