Senior Clinical Services Officer, Adult Continuum of Care and Treatment (COCT) at an Indigenous Non-Profit and Non-Governmental Organization

We are an indigenous non-profit and non-governmental organization with Head Office in Abuja and field offices in several locations across Nigeria. We are in the business of saving lives, making life more meaningful and productive for all Nigerians and especially for people living with; and affected by HIV. We are an organization built on strong core values, we believe strongly in commitment, innovation, inspiring leadership, and partnerships.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Clinical Services Officer, Adult Continuum of Care and Treatment (COCT)

Location: Ikeja, Lagos
Grant duration: Subject to availability of funds and exceptional grant performance

Duties and Responsibilities

• This position requires that incumbent manages and provides overall guidance and support to the state COCT team members on HIV/AIDS care and treatment programs which comprises of Adult ART, TBHIV, Treatment Support, AHD and NCD Integration for all adult and key populations.
• The incumbent will support the enhancement of program planning, design, review, and the monitoring in the state.
• He/She will work with the Satellite Commandants, state main office and central office’s COCT team on program innovations, planning, design, review, and monitoring of program progress.
• The incumbent will be responsible for the provision of quality assurance and quality improvement focused technical assistance and serve as subject matter expertise regarding process improvement initiatives across treatment, care & support and formation and management of various models of differentiated care for PLHIV including the linkage of Community ART groups.
• The incumbent will be a key member of the state technical team and will plan, manage and Implement comprehensive ART service packages which include Adherence support, to ensure retention in care and treatment, viral load cascade management, TB case detection amongst PLHIV and basic care and support for age groups and sub populations and support the implementation of the surge strategies and provides direct technical assistance to health care facilities supported by CIHP in the state.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Medicine; a Master’s or equivalent in Public Health or related fields will be an added advantage
• At least 7 years’ post NYSC experience in developing country health care programs or program support function
• Knowledge of the policies, regulations, reporting formats, and cultures of principal donors, including USAID, CDC/PEPFAR, and others
• Extensive clinical experience in care and treatment of HIV/AIDS patients
• Demonstrated experience in non-profit sector in a program management role
• Strong supervisory and management skills.
• Ability to work independently with strong problem-solving skills and ability to foresee problems and initiate appropriate action.
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Excellent team player with good interpersonal skills.

Application Closing Date
6th September, 2024.