HTS / Clinical Testing Advisor at Health Systems Consult Limited (HSCL) - 3 Openings

HSCL is a public health and development consulting firm, with extensive experience in Health Systems Strengthening, International Health and Development Programs Design and Implementation. We provide sustainable solutions for a broad spectrum of health and other international development challenges.

HSCL is registered with the Nigerian Corporate Affairs Commission (2009), the Tanzanian Registry of Companies (2014), the Office of Administration and registration in Sierra Leone (2015) and the Office of the Registration of Companies in Zambia (2016). HSCL has established offices in Nigeria, Tanzania and Sierra Leone and has also done work in several African countries including Cameroun, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Kenya, Mauritius, Liberia, Sierra Leone, Uganda, and Zanzibar. In Nigeria, HSCL with it’s headquarters in Abuja, has offices in Abia, Akwa-Ibom, Borno, FCT, Kaduna, Kebbi, Lagos, Niger, Sokoto and Zamfara states.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: HTS / Clinical Testing Advisor

Locations: Kebbi, Sokoto and Zamfara
Division/Department: Programs
Reporting: State Team Lead
Type:  Full-time/Non-exempt

Project Background

• In collaboration with the Government of Nigeria (GoN), PEPFAR/USAID investments have led to the achievement of significant progress in the fight against the HIV epidemic in Kebbi, Sokoto, and Zamfara. However, the 2018 Nigeria HIV/AIDS Indicator and Impact Survey (NAIIS) showed that epidemic control targets are yet to be achieved. Further, this progress is threatened by development challenges: limited financial resources, insufficient use of data for decision making, weak coordination mechanism across all levels of government and insecurity.
• The Accelerating Control of HIV Epidemic (ACE) project provides USAID with the opportunity to support the GoN, civil society groups, and private sector actors in the cluster 3 focus states to close gaps in reaching control targets, address critical challenges in implementing their HIV response and accelerate progress towards sustainable epidemic control.

Job Summary

• The HTS Advisor will work with State Team Lead to provide a wide range of high-end HTS services and strengthen linkage to ART and other prevention services.
• S/He will be responsible for case identification, treatment initiation, and retention for improved patient outcomes.
• S/He will work with facilities in the states and other state actors to strengthen HTS testing services and linkage within the assigned location.

Key Responsibilities

• The HIV Testing Services Advisor will be responsible for developing and monitoring the implementation of HIV testing strategies.
• Provide technical support and ensure the provision of quality HIV Testing Services (HTS) in the state facilities.
• Work jointly with HTS supervisors to ensure the provision of quality HIV testing services.
• Strengthen index client testing within supported facilities through VAPN, FRS and know your family/partner status initiatives.
• Develop strategies for strengthening bi-directional referrals and linkages to healthcare facilities in target states to ensure the continuum of care for project beneficiaries.
• Conduct training needs assessment and facilitation of the various HTS training.
• Develop and monitor the implementation of the capacity building plan.
• Conduct monthly HTS data analysis and compile timely reports to ensure real-time data use for decision making at facility level and progress towards project targets.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements

• B.Sc in any of Nursing, Public Health, Physiology, B. Pharm or any related discipline.
• MPH or master’s degree in a health-related field is an added advantage.

Desired competencies:

• At least 5 years of experience working in a PEPFAR supported program.
• Ability to utilize basic computer programs effectively, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Effective communication skills, excellent writing skills, and demonstrate ability to produce high-quality reports and deliverables promptly.
• Ability to conceptualize and understand program needs.

Application Closing Date
19th June, 2023.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Cover Letter (no more than a page) and an updated CV in one document to: recruitment@hscgroup.org stating the advertised position as the subject of the email.