PDX ACF Coordinator at KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation

KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation is an international non-profit organization dedicated to the fight against tuberculosis (TB), still the deadliest infectious disease in the world. KNCV is an international center of expertise for TB control that promotes effective, efficient, innovative and sustainable TB control strategies in a national and international context.  We are an organization of passionate TB professionals, including doctors, researchers, training experts, nurses and epidemiologists. We aim to stop the spread of the worldwide epidemic of TB and to prevent the further spread of drug-resistant TB.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: PDX ACF Coordinator

Vacancy No.: KNO114
Location: Abuja
Job Type: Full-Time

Purpose of the Job

• The Portable Digital Xray (PDX) Active TB Case Finding (ACF) Project Coordinator will support the design, implementation, and monitoring of the PDX ACF Project across all states of the Federation + FCT.
• The coordinator will support the engagements with state governments and ministries of health and ensure the successful implementation of the grant across Nigeria.
• The project coordinator will also oversee the day-to-day implementation of the Global fund PDX ACF grant across the country.
• The Project coordinator will design a functional M&E system for the project in line with the National TB and leprosy Control program data management system.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the design, implementation, and monitoring of the PDC ACF Project across all states of the Federation + FCT.
• Engage with state governments and Ministries of health to ensure ownership and sustainability of the PDX ACF project.
• Oversee the implementation of all components of the Global Fund PDX grant across all states of the Federation.
• Design and implement a functional monitoring and evaluation system for the project in line with the National TB and Leprosy Control Program Data Management System.
• Facilitate the engagement of relevant stakeholders in for the success of the project.
• Organize & conduct regular data-driven health facility supervision to ensure quality TB, TB/HIV, DR-TB surveillance, and service delivery.
• Provide regular technical support and supervision to field personnel, including State TB programs and field personnel.
• Support the development of program strategies, subproject documents, work plans and budgets and ensure key performance indicators are met in line with the grant objectives.
• Contribute to development of lessons learned from programs and projects related to TB and TB/HIV program interventions and apply these lessons to modify existing program and improve the design of new programs.
• Represent KNCV with donors and government officials on issues of Global Fund PDX grant.
• Assist in strengthening a system of reporting on program progress against stated objectives and monitoring and evaluation frameworks.
• Assist in the data collection, collation, validation and reporting according to KNCV GF M&E plan.
• Submit weekly/monthly/quarterly progress reports to the National TB and leprosy Control Program

Educational Qualifications

• Candidates should possess an MBBS/MSc/PHD  
• A Master's Degree in Public Health will be an additional advantage. 

Knowledge / experience:  

• Minimum Seven (7) years’ experience in TB/HIV program implementation in a resource challenged setting.
• Demonstrated experience with public health disease programs and/or surveillance strengthening in developing countries (including national TB control programs and/or other infectious disease control) is highly desirable.
• Experience in the deployment of Digital Xray’s for TB control in resource limited settings.
• Knowledge of and familiarity with key TB/HIV innovations and other strategic initiatives with focus on surveillance and/or monitoring.
• Experience of Global Fund/USAID policies, regulations, and procedures desirable.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis and use of computer
• Exhibits a high level of accuracy in work, and ability to analyse complex sets of relationships and situations.
• Have a high sense of integrity and transparency.
• Ability to manage official information in a confidential manner.
• Ability to use multi-task and work well under pressure to meet deadlines.

What do we offer?

• A full-time (40 hours per week) fixed-term contract for a year, with the intention of extending the contract depending on funding and performance.
• Fast-paced and result-oriented culture.
• An informal work atmosphere in an international environment where initiative is appreciated.
• A highly motivated and diverse team of experienced, self-driven colleagues.
• Frequent capacity building and training.
• KNCV Nigeria has its own Employment Conditions Scheme.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.