Information Communication Technology (ICT) Officer - Digital Health for Key Populations in HIV Care and Prevention at the Institute of Human Virology (IHVN)

The Institute of Human Virology Nigeria (IHVN) is a leading and reputable non-governmental organization addressing infectious and non-infectious diseases such as HIV, tuberculosis (TB) and cancer through the provision of prevention, diagnosis, treatment, capacity building, research, and care and support services.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Information Communication Technology (ICT) Officer - Digital Health for Key Populations in HIV Care and Prevention

Location: Abuja
Employment Type: Full Time

Job Description and Objectives

• IHVN is seeking a dedicated and passionate ICT Officer to join our team and play a crucial role in a groundbreaking project focused on improving HIV care and prevention among key populations through digital health interventions.
• The successful candidate will work closely with the healthcare providers, key population civil society organization, and Study and Data Coordinator to ensure that the digital health app is functioning and that the participants have access.
• The candidate will be responsible for managing the digital health app, providing trouble-shooting support, uploading new resources and information, tracking participant activity, etc.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day coordination and management of digital health app at the site level.
• Track participant activity and engagement in the digital health app.
• Upload new resources and information to the digital health app.
• Maintain database for participant smartphone data top-ups and check for inconsistencies, duplicates, or missing data on a weekly basis.
• Meet monthly with the digital health app central team.
• Train healthcare staff and key population participants on the use of the digital health app, with support from the Study and Data Coordinator.
• Ensure that project activities are executed in compliance with ethical guidelines and regulations.
• Troubleshoot and maintain a log of issues with the mobile health app.
• Assist participants in enrolling in the digital health app and maintain updated account information for each participant in REDCap.
• Participate in team meetings and provide input on digital app activity and functioning.
• Participate in the review of standard operating procedures (SOPs) established for digital health app management and functioning.
• Lead data collection activities, such as participant enrollment and questionnaires as needed.

Qualifications
Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Public Health / Digital Technology / Software Development / Communications, or a related field
• Human subject protection and good clinical practice training.

Experience:

• Strong understanding of digital health technologies and their application in healthcare settings.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, REDCap, cybersecurity, and programming languages, such as JavaScript or C++.
• Experience with mobile app development a major plus.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with diverse communities.
• Knowledge of ethical considerations related to working with key populations and vulnerable communities.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Sensitivity to cultural and social issues impacting key populations in HIV care and prevention.

Application Closing Date
30th July, 2024.