Medical Officer at AIDS Prevention initiative in Nigeria (APIN)

AIDS Prevention initiative in Nigeria (APIN) is a non-governmental donor-funded organization dedicated to the prevention, treatment, care and support of diseases of public health importance in Nigeria, induding HIVIAIDS, tuberculosis and malaria, among others. Since 2001 we have worked dosely with key stakeholders to reduce the burden and mitigate the impact of those diseases through cutting edge, innovative & sustainable approaches

We are seeking suitably qualified candidates to apply to assume the following position:

Job Title: Medical Officer

Location: Jos

The Person
The job holder will provide technical support in all aspects of HIV/AIDS services at the programme sites, in order to integrate and improve service delivery, scale up of services and achieve programme targets in Plateau State. S/he will also strengthen working relationship with stakeholders and build systems for programme sustainability.

Job Responsibilities

• Interface between the APIN Programme Office on the one hand and the APIN partner sites and HIV stakeholders in the state on the other
• Support the roll-over of existing treatment sites in the state from other partners to APIN as the lead implementing partner
• Work towards complete coverage of the state by identifying areas of unmet need for HIV services and anchoring scale up of HIV services to new sites in the state
• Provide technical and programmatic support for the implementation of high quality treatment, care and support programme and work towards target achievement at the APIN supported tertiary, secondary and primary sites
• Collaborate with other team members to develop and implement site work plan, towards achieving high quality health care delivery and programme sustainability
• Work with the office head to coordinate the implementation of all components related to the clinical management of HIV/AIDS
• Work with the Office Head, the GON/USG stakeholders and other partners to plan, implement, monitor and evaluate ART, PMTCT, HIV/TB and Care & Support programme in the state, using international best practices
• Work closely with team members to document best practices, share experience and make recommendations as appropriate
• Pay advocacy visits to key stakeholders in the state, in conjunction with other team members

Qualifications and Experience

• A degree in the Medical Sciences (MBBS or MB.Bch.), preferably with an MPH or a fellowship in relevant fields; and a minimum of five years’ experience in HIV/AIDS prevention, care and treatment programmes; experience in MNCH, RH, Malaria and TB Programme would be an advantage

Technical and Behavioural Competencies

• Good working knowledge of current National and WHO HIV/AIDS guidelines for prevention, treatment, care & support of adults and children
• Knowledge of models of working with and linking different tiers of Health care facilities
• Ability to multitask with knowledge of various programme areas and as well work with discretion and minimal supervision.
• Understanding of community systems and how they impact service utilization
• Ability to provide mentorship and integrated supportive supervision to all categories of HCW
• Knowledge of HCT, PMTCT and ART National M/E tools
• Ability to organize and coordinate training programme and meetings
• Good written and oral communication skills.

Application Closing Date
15 November, 2012.

Method of Application
Qualified and interested applicants should Click Here to complete an online application form. They should also upload their CV, which must contain a suitability statement, highlighting how their knowledge, skills and experience make them suitable for the position, and addressing the person specifications listed against the position. The statement should not exceed a page and must appear on the first page of the CV, which must be saved in Microsoft Word and as applicant’s name.

Late applications will not be considered and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Computer literacy and skills in usage of personal productivity tools (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, internet browsing, etc.) are essential for this position; and candidates must be willing to do a considerable amount of local travel, as may be required.

APIN offers very competitive terms of employment and is an equal opportunity employer. Women who are qualified for the positions are therefore encouraged to apply.