Current Job Placements at FHI 360 October, 2015

FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to
improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven
solutions. Our staff includes experts in health, education, nutrition,
environment, economic development, civil society, gender, youth,
research and technology
creating a unique mix of capabilities to
address today’s interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more
than 70 countries and all U.S. states and territories. We are currently
seeking qualified candidates for the position of:

Job Title: Finance & Administrative Assistant

Job TypeFull Time
QualificationBA/BSc/HND
Experience
1 year
Location

Cross River
Job Field
Administration / Secretarial
Finance / Accounting / Audit

Description:

The Strengthening Integrated Delivery of
HIV/AIDS Services (SIDHAS) project is a five-year PEPFAR program to
provide high quality HIV/AIDS services, and to build the capacity of the
public and private sectors in Nigeria in order to provide these
services in a sustainable manner. The SIDHAS project is funded by the
United States Agency for International Development (USAID).

Job Summary / Responsibilities:

Under the direction of the SFAO, the Finance and
Administrative Assistant will be responsible for the provision of
accounting, administrative, and logistical support services to the state
office.

Duties and responsibilities:

Prepare monthly financial report forms which accompany executed sub project documents.
Prepare monthly reporting/ budgets data entry into excel
spreadsheets and automated MIS reports and disseminate information to
country office.
Assists the SFAO in arranging travel logistics for state office
staff, consultants and training participants including hotel
reservations and where required, arranging airport and hotel pick-ups.
Handles all photocopying assignments, development and printing of
photographs including reproduction of recorded videotapes for the zonal
office.
Assists the SFAO in the provision of logistic support for workshops and trainings.
Assists the SFAO in the maintenance of an efficient records/storage of all office supplies.
Serves as point of contact for logistical and administrative needs in the office.
Coordinates all administrative and secretarial support services for the state office (as relevant).
Records minutes of staff meetings and circulates same amongst the staff of the state.
Assists with production of presentation materials for staff members.
Act as a receptionist: answers the telephones in an appropriate,
clear and friendly manner, takes and relays messages or forwards calls,
greets and directs office visitors, receives/sends correspondence, keeps
fax log and any correspondence.
Perform office equipment tasks such as making needed arrangement for
services for telephone and e-mail, obtaining quotations for required
services, arranging for repairs of office equipment.
Performs any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

University degree in Accounting, Finance or Business administration
Minimum of 1-3 years experience in accounting related to NGOs and community level programs, with increasing responsibility.
Experience with administrative and secretarial skills
Sound accounting skills
Experience with large complex organization is required, familiarity with international NGOs preferred

This job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It
neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to
carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any
way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right
to review and revise this document at any time.

Job Title: Program Officer

Job TypeFull Time
QualificationBA/BSc/HND
Experience
5 years
Location

Abuja
Job Field
Medical / Health / Safety

Description:

Job Summary / Responsibilities:

Under the supervision of the Senior Program
Officer, the Program Officer performs functions related to planning,
design, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and reporting of
activities under assigned portfolios in FHI 360 Nigeria.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist the SPO in assuring effective planning, implementation and management of assigned projects in FHI 360 Nigeria.
Assist the SPO in strengthening systems for reporting on program
progress against stated objectives and monitoring and evaluation
frameworks, according to FHI 360 and the respective donor guidelines.
Assist the SPO in the development of program strategies, subproject documents, work plans and budgets.
Assist the SPO in the provision of programmatic assistance to local FHI 360 partners in implementing their sub agreements.
Assist the SPO in capacity building efforts aimed at local Implementing Agencies (IAs).
Remain informed on current programs and research in the health and
development field; improve skills by working closely with international
prevention specialists.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

BS/BA in public health, business administration, health sciences,
behavioral sciences or its recognized equivalent with 5 – 7 years of
relevant experience with international development programs.
Or MS/MA degree in public health, business administration, health
sciences, behavioral sciences or its recognized equivalent with 3 – 5
years relevant experience with international development programs.
Demonstrated success in multicultural environments is an advantage

Job Title: Assistant Technical Officer-Laboratory Services

Job TypeFull Time
QualificationBA/BSc/HND
Experience
1 year
Location

Anambra
Job Field
Medical / Health / Safety

Description:

Job Summary / Responsibilities:

With the State Technical Officer, the Assistant
Technical Officer (Clinical Services) will provide technical and
programmatic support to implement high quality care and support
activities with primary focus on clinical management of HIV/AIDS,
Prevention of Mother to Child Transmission of HIV/AIDS, Reproductive
Health/Family Planning (RH/FP), TB and integrated medical services at
the state level.

Duties and responsibilities:

Contribute to the development of lessons learned from programs and
projects related to clinical management of HIV/AIDS, PMTCT, RH/FP, TB
and integrated medical services and apply these lessons to modify
existing programs and improve the design of new programs.
Assist the State technical officer in strengthening a system of
reporting on program progress against stated objectives and monitoring
and evaluation frameworks.
Work with the State Technical Officer to contribute to the
development of program strategies, subproject documents, work plans and
budgets.
With the STO, assist in the provision of programmatic assistance to
local partners in programming HIV/AIDS/STI/TB, RH/FP and integrated
medical services activities.
Remain informed on current programs in the field of Clinical
Management of HIV/AIDS and related developments by reviewing current
literature and staying alert to any implication of such experience and
research to the project implementation especially the Clinical
Management of HIV/AIDS, PMTCT, TB and integrated medical services at the
facility level.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

MB.BS or similar degree with minimum of 1 year relevant experience
in clinical care with a sound understanding of HIV/AIDS with provision
of PMTCT and anti-retroviral therapy (ART) in resource constrained
settings.
Bsc. Nursing, Public health, Pharmacy or other closely related field with 1-3 years relevant experience.
Familiarity with Nigerian public sector health systems and NGOs and CBOs is highly desirable.

Job Title: Drivers

Job TypeFull Time
QualificationSecondary School (SSCE)
Experience
1 year
Location

Akwa Ibom, Bauchi, Cross River, Lagos, Rivers
Job Field
Transportation and Driving

Description:

Job Summary / Responsibilities:

Basic function:

Under the direction of the Senior Finance and
Admin Officer, the driver shall provide a variety of transportation
support to the project.

Duties and responsibilities:

Convey FHI 360 Nigeria Staff and Consultants to designated approved locations.
Ensure adequate safety, cleanliness, security and maintenance of the project vehicle assigned.
Ensure proper day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle through
timely minor repairs, arrangements for major repairs, timely changes of
oil, check of tires, brakes, car washing, etc.
Ensure availability of all the required documents/supplies including
vehicle insurance, vehicle logs, office directory, and necessary spare
parts.
Plan route and requirements by studying schedule or ad-hoc request by the office.
Ensure passengers adhere to all road safety regulations.
Fulfill special request by picking up and delivering items as directed and running errands
Performs any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Secondary school leaving certificates, apprentice certificate or any
other equivalent certificates with a minimum of 1 year experience.
Must have a trade test certificate and a valid driving license.
Must have expert knowledge of driving rules and regulations.
Experience as a driver mechanic will be an added advantage.
Experience with large complex organizations preferred.

Job Title: Technical Officer, Laboratory Services

Job TypeFull Time
QualificationBA/BSc/HND
Experience
5 years
Location

Cross River
Job Field
Medical / Health / Safety

Description:

Job Summary / Responsibilities:

Liaise with the Senior State Technical Officer
to provide technical support and implement high quality laboratory
services for FHI360 Nigeria programs.

Duties and responsibilities:

Provide technical support related to the laboratory services and management component of HIV/AIDS care and treatment program.
Provide technical assistance in capacity building for laboratory services to FHI360 and facility staff.
Provide technical support on laboratory quality assurance issues at the state office level.
Coordinate the inventory management along with AXIOS to ensure adequate stock and quality data capture in the DHIS.
Contribute to development of lessons learned from programs and
projects related to laboratory management of HIV/AIDS and liaise with
STO to apply these lessons and modify existing program.
Represent FHI360 on issues of laboratory management of HIV/AIDS at the state level.
Remain informed on current programs in the field of laboratory
management of HIV/AIDS and related development fields by reviewing
current literature and staying alert to any implication of such
experience and research for department activities as outlined by the
technical supervisor.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

BSc in Laboratory sciences or related field with 5-7 years post
national youth service experience and a minimum of 3 years experience in
provision of laboratory support for HIV/AIDS.
Or Master degree in Laboratory sciences or related field with 3-5
years post national youth service experience and a minimum of 3 years
experience in provision of laboratory support for HIV/AIDS.
Knowledge of advanced laboratory procedures, diagnosis and
management related to HIV/AIDS care and treatment is required with some
experience in an international development area preferred.
Certification of license to practice as a medical laboratory scientist is required.
Experience in Laboratory TB services is an advantage.
Familiarity with Nigerian public sector health system and NGOs and CBOs highly desirable.

Job Title: Technical Officer, Monitoring & Evaluation

Job TypeFull Time
QualificationBA/BSc/HND MBA/MSc/MA PhD/Fellowship
Experience
1 year
Location

Cross River, Rivers
Job Field
Medical / Health / Safety

Description:

Job Summary / Responsibilities:

Basic Function:

The Technical Officer (M&E), under the
supervision of the Senior Technical Officer (M&E) and State Program
Manager, and with technical oversight from the Director of Monitoring
and Evaluation, is responsible for the implementation of monitoring and
evaluation activities for the state office. The Technical Officer
(M&E) will work with others in the state office and local
implementing partners to ensure that state monitoring and evaluation
activities are appropriate and meet the donor and project’s M&E
needs.

Duties and responsibilities:

Work with the state-level staff and government counterparts to
provide support and guidance on program/project monitoring and
evaluation activities and on US Government and Government of Nigeria
reporting requirements.
Provide support to sites in the state, including interacting with
site Program Managers, M&E focal points, M&E officers of
SACA/SASCP, other Implementing Agencies and local research groups on
needs and ensuring that these parties understand and can support these
requirements.
Work with local partners to support the correct implementation and
use of monitoring and evaluation tools, and adherence to complete,
correct and timely reporting.
Conduct routine monitoring visits to project sites, including the
conduct of data quality assessments (DQAs) using official tools, assist
in the preparation of monthly reports, and provide supportive
supervision.
Ensure that the quality of program/project activities adheres to
SOPs by supporting the development and implementation of appropriate
mechanisms to ensure quality.
Provide direct technical assistance and capacity building in the
design and implementation of the program/project Monitoring and Enhanced
Evaluation components of the activities in the communities served.
Assist in the development and maintenance of computerized data
capture of the program and provide technical assistance and training to
the staff at the sites responsible for data entry.
Provide technical assistance to M&E officers of SACA/SASCP in integrating FHI 360 data into the national HMIS.
On a monthly basis, analyze state-level data and provide approved
reports to State Office, National Office and local partners or other
relevant parties.
Build capacity of local partners in project monitoring and with
program staff and local partners, use program/project monitoring data to
modify existing programs and design new programs.
Document lessons learned and best practices in monitoring and evaluation, according to USAID and PEPFAR guidelines.
Represent FHI 360 and makes presentations at professional meetings and conferences related to Monitoring and Evaluation.
Remain informed of current issues regarding Monitoring and
Evaluation of programs in the HIV/AIDS/STI fields by review of current
literature; be alert to any implication of such research for project and
program activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

MB.BS/MD/PHD or similar degree with 1 to 3 years relevant experience
in monitoring and evaluation with a sound understanding of HIV/AIDS
with provision of PMTCT and anti-retroviral therapy (ART) in resource
constrained settings.
Or MPH or MS/MA in relevant degree with 3 to 5 years relevant
experience in monitoring and evaluation with a sound understanding of
HIV/AIDS with provision of PMTCT and anti-retroviral therapy (ART) in
resource constrained settings.
Or BS/BA in statistics, pharmacy, microbiology, monitoring and
evaluation or in relevant degree with 5 to 7 years relevant experience
in monitoring and evaluation with a sound understanding of HIV/AIDS with
provision of PMTCT and anti-retroviral therapy (ART) in resource
constrained settings.
Familiarity with Nigerian public sector health systems and NGOs and CBOs is highly desirable.

Job Title: Senior Program Officers

Job TypeFull Time
QualificationBA/BSc/HND
Experience
7 years
Location

Akwa Ibom, Cross River, Lagos, Rivers
Job Field
Medical / Health / Safety

Description:

Job Summary / Responsibilities:

As a member of the Program Management Team,
working with the AD, the SPO State Programs provides oversight,
coordination, monitoring and reporting of all FHI Nigeria activities in
the assigned states.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide management support to the state offices and IAs focusing on
work plans, sub agreement management, periodic fund requests, review of
MFRs/SFRs, and reporting.
Develop and oversee execution of systems for initiation,
implementation, monitoring, amendment and close out of all SIDHAS IAs’
sub agreements
Ensure that FHI delivers on all its promises to donors and other stakeholders (achieve set targets, deliver quality services).
Monitor and enforce compliance with donor and FHI policies by state offices and IAs.
Ensure appropriate monitoring of sub grants to achieve financial, administrative, and programmatic goals.
Guide and support state offices and IAs in establishing sound
management systems to ensure cohesive implementation of project
activities.
Contribute to the development and maintenance of systems that
effectively respond to USAID/Nigeria requirements regarding
implementation procedures, reporting and evaluation.
Coordinate capacity development efforts in support of state offices and IAs staff and other partners.
Ensure availability of technical resources and integrate their efforts into overall program.
Assist in identifying, analyzing and disseminating best practices in
the project through the identification of project learning sites and
technical support to the program
Liaise with multiple stakeholders and collaborators to share
information, coordinate activities and avoid duplication in the
implementation of the programs.
Remain informed on the current programs in the HIV/AIDS, TB and
malaria fields by review of current literature and is alert to any
implication of such strategic information for project activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

BS/BA in public health, business administration, health sciences,
behavioral sciences or its recognized equivalent with 7 – 9 years of
relevant experience with international development programs.
Or MS/MA degree in public health, business administration, health
sciences, behavioral sciences or its recognized equivalent with 5 – 7
years relevant experience with international development programs.
Demonstrated success in multicultural environments is required.

Job Title: Assistant Technical Officer

Job TypeFull Time
QualificationBA/BSc/HND
Experience
1 year
Location

Rivers
Job Field
Medical / Health / Safety

Description:

Job Summary / Responsibilities:

With the support of the Senior Technical Officer
and the Technical Officers in PCT and M&E unit, the Assistant
Technical will provide technical, programmatic and Laboratory support to
implement high quality state and L.G.A. level HIV/AIDS, PMTCT, RH/HIV,
TB, HCT and other services at the state level.

In addition, will work with others in the state
office and local implementing partners to ensure that state monitoring
and evaluation activities are appropriate and meet the donor and
project’s M&E needs.

S/He will enter program data into the FHI 360
data management software for subsequent analysis; identifies and follows
up missing data; undertakes basic validation checks, and stores and
disseminates data and hardcopy files as appropriate

Duties and responsibilities:

Contribute to the development of lessons learned from programs and
projects related to clinical management of HIV/AIDS, PMTCT, RH/FP, TB
and integrated medical services and apply these lessons to improve the
design of new and existing programs.
Provide technical and programmatic support to implement high quality
care and support activities in PMTCT/EID sites in collaboration with
appropriate GoN stakeholders ensuring timely and adequate
documentation.
Support the implementation of facility and community-based
Prevention, Care & Treatment activities including strengthening
referrals and linkages, improve demand creation for HIV/AIDS services,
mentor community-based organizations and support groups to comprehensive
services.
Support the integration of HIV/AIDS services into routine health
services including reproductive health, routinely monitor and report
performance indicators and engage in quality improvement measures.
Work with the State Technical Officer to contribute to the
development of program strategies, subproject documents, work plans and
budgets including programmatic assistance to local partners.
Remain informed on current programs in the field of HIV/AIDS and
related developments by reviewing current literature and staying alert
to any implication of such experience and research to the project
implementation.
Bring to the knowledge of the State Technical Officer – M&E
questions that need to be solved such as inconsistencies or missing data
by the originators of the source data.
Assist the State Technical Officer – M&E in providing support to
sites in the state, including interacting with site Program Managers,
M&E focal points, M&E officers of SACA/SASCP, other Implementing
Agencies and local research groups on needs and ensuring that these
parties understand and can support preparation and sorting of source
documents for data to be entered into DHIS and reported to the Donor.
Assist in conducting routine monitoring visits to project sites,
including the conduct of data quality assessments (DQAs) using official
tools, assist in the preparation of monthly reports, and provide
supportive supervision.
Work with the STOs to ensure that the quality of program/project
activities adheres to SOPs by supporting the development and
implementation of appropriate mechanisms to ensure quality.
Assist in the development and maintenance of computerized data
capture of the program and provide technical assistance and training to
the staff at the sites responsible for data entry.
Work with the STO to document lessons learned and best practices in
monitoring and evaluation, according to USAID and PEPFAR guidelines.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

MB.BS or similar degree with minimum of 1 year relevant experience
in clinical care with a sound understanding of HIV/AIDS with provision
of PMTCT, TB and anti-retroviral therapy (ART) in resource constrained
settings.
BSc. Nursing, Public health, Pharmacy or other closely related field with 1-3 years relevant experience.
BS/BA in statistics, pharmacy, microbiology, monitoring and
evaluation or in relevant degree with 1 – 3 years relevant experience in
Monitoring and Evaluation or data management.
Familiarity with Nigerian public sector health systems and NGOs and CBOs is highly desirable.

Job Title: Senior Technical Officer, Prevention , Care & Treatment

Job TypeFull Time
QualificationBA/BSc/HND MBA/MSc/MA PhD/Fellowship
Experience
3 years
Location

Rivers
Job Field
Medical / Health / Safety

Description:

Job Summary / Responsibilities:

Provide technical support to implement high
quality care, treatment and support activities with primary focus on
clinical management of HIV/AIDS including provision of Anti-retroviral
therapy (ART).

The SSTO will also provide technical leadership
and support to the implementing agencies in prevention and mitigation at
the state level. It includes supporting the implementation of
prevention activities (sexual and biomedical) and strategic behavior
change interventions, testing and counseling, home based care, orphans
and vulnerable children and other community mobilization activities

Duties and responsibilities:

Provide technical leadership and technical support related to
clinical management and home-based care HIV/AIDS strategies and
approaches related to implementation of programs.
Assist in the development of strategies for the design and
implementation of HIV/AIDS mitigation interventions. This includes
orphans and vulnerable children programming; home based care and other
care and support activities at the community level.
With the Associate Director/Clinical Services and the State Program
Manager, coordinate the design and implementation of components related
to clinical management of, and home-based care for HIV/AIDS, including
the use of Anti-retroviral treatment in field-level projects and
programs.
Provide technical assistance in HIV/AIDS care and support capacity building at the state level.
Development and implementation of interventions focusing on
nutrition, food security, education and skills development;
psychosocial/spiritual support and shelter; household economic
strengthening, legislative support and child protection.
With Associate Director/Clinical Services, develop guidelines, tools
and recommendations related to the implementation, evaluation and
monitoring of HIV/AIDS care and support programming.
Development of strategies for the design and implementation of
HIV/AIDS prevention, behaviour change intervention among most at risk
populations i.e. PLHIV, MARPs to reduce sexual transmission.
Support the implementation of Abstinence, Be faithful, Condom (ABC)
and Other Prevention (OP) activities as well as guide the provision of
technical assistance to implementing partners on SBC activities.
Work in close collaboration with the TB and Integrated Medical
Service Unit in the implementation of integrated HIV, TB and other
medical services at the facility level.
Provide technical assistance in non-ART clinical care including the
management of opportunistic infections (OI) and Palliative care capacity
building to field programs.
Work with relevant staff to coordinate the design and implementation
of facility based programs in relation to clinical management of
HIV/AIDS, including the use of Anti-retroviral treatment.
Provide ongoing technical assistance in HIV/AIDS clinical management
for FHI 360 Nigeria programs including management of OIs and PMTCT
capacity building as well as providing
Work with technical relevant technical staff to adapt and
disseminate guidelines, tools and procedures that will support the
achievement of quality service delivery.
Assist in strengthening a system of reporting on program progress
against stated objectives and monitoring and evaluation frameworks.
Assist in the provision of programmatic assistance to local partners in programming HIV/AIDS/STI activities.
Provide technical assistance in HIV/AIDS prevention and mitigation
capacity building to field programs and develop guidelines, tools and
recommendations related to the implementation, evaluation of prevention
and mitigation of HIV/AIDS.
Contribute to development of lessons learned from programs and
projects related to HIV/AIDS care and support and apply these lessons to
modify existing program and improve the design of new programs.
Represent FHI 360/Nigeria to donors and government officials on issues of HIV/AIDS care and support at the state level.
Remain informed on current programs in HIV/AIDS care and support and
related development field by reviewing current literature and stay
alert to any implication of such experience and research for department
activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

MB.BS/MD/PHD or similar degree with 3 to 5 years of progressive
relevant experience in clinical care with a sound understanding of
HIV/AIDS with provision of PMTCT and anti-retroviral therapy (ART) in
resource constrained settings.
Possession of an MPH or post graduate degree in a related field is required.
Experience in project development with proven experience in the planning and facilitation of training is required.
Experience in large and complex SBC/BCC mobilization activities in a
donor funded national health focused project is an added advantage.
Familiarity with Nigerian public sector health systems and NGOs and CBOs is highly desirable.

Job Title: Senior Procurement Officer

Job TypeFull Time
QualificationBA/BSc/HND MBA/MSc/MA
Experience
5 years
Location

Abuja
Job Field
Procurement / Store-Keeping

Description:

Job Summary / Responsibilities:

Develop, plan and manage policies and strategies
related to procuring supplies and services (in accordance with FHI,
USAID and other donor policy) in support of all FHI offices and projects
at Country Office and Field Offices, both domestic and international
sourcing.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Participate in the negotiation of contract terms on a range of procurements and monitor delivery of exact specifications.
With the AD, develop policy and systems for FHI 360 procurement at
CO and Field office level, identifying what is procured locally and what
nationally.
Plan, coordinate and manage the central procurement activities of FHI with CO and Field Offices, including storage and delivery.
Train staff at the zonal level in procurement rules and processes and record keeping.
Monitor procurement processes and compliance with FHI procedures at CO and field level.
Implement sourcing strategies to support corporate and zonal
objectives, providing FHI 360 competitive advantage in the areas of
materials, supplies, and services.
With the AD, develop new or improved purchasing procedures to maintain economy and efficiency of FHI 360 operations.
Prepare specifications, compare bids received and present recommendations on purchases to management.
Develop contracting arrangements, in liaison with Contracts and
Grants, with selected vendors which meet FHI 360’s standards on quality
assurance.
Ensure that all procurement in FHI 360 is carried out in a timely
and efficient manner and in compliance with FHI’s value for money and
transparency and donor guidelines/regulations on procurement.
Adhere to all FHI required procurement budgets, FHI 360 and donor purchasing guidelines, policies and controls on procurement.
Manage suppliers, cost, quality, and performance delivery.
Drive continuous improvement in all aspects of the procurement process.
Undertake tendering, evaluation, placement and monitoring of a portfolio of Country Office and Field Offices procurement.
Coordinate formal bids and request for proposal (RFPs).
Review and assist in the development of specifications, terms and schedules.
Prepare specifications, compare bids received and present recommendations on purchases to management.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

BS/BA degree in relevant field with 5 – 7 years of relevant procurement experience.
Or MS/MA degree in relevant field with 3 – 5 years relevant procurement experience.
Minimum of 2 years supervisory experience in procurement.
Familiarity with donor-funded procurement rules and regulations is required.
Demonstrated success in multicultural environments is an advantage.

Job Title:Technical Officer, Mitigation

Job TypeFull Time
QualificationBA/BSc/HND MBA/MSc/MA PhD/Fellowship
Experience
1 year
Location

Abuja
Job Field
Medical / Health / Safety

Description:

Job Summary / Responsibilities:

The TO, Mitigation will assist in the provision
of technical support to the implementing agencies in mitigation
activities for FHI 360 Nigeria’s program. This includes supporting the
implementation of mitigation activities (sexual and biomedical) and
strategic behaviour change interventions, testing and counseling, home
based care, orphans and vulnerable children and other community
mobilization activities.

Duties and responsibilities:

Assist in the development of strategies for the design and
implementation of HIV/AIDS mitigation interventions. This includes
orphans and vulnerable children programming; home based care and other
care and support activities at the community level.
Support the development and implementation of interventions focusing
on nutrition, food security, education and skills development;
psychosocial/spiritual support and shelter; household economic
strengthening, legislative support and child protection.
Assist in the provision of technical support to build the capacity
of local implementing agencies and state counterparts to carry out
orphans and vulnerable children and other mitigation activities and
create effective linkages with facility based services.
Support HIV testing and counseling (HTC) services at multiple entry
points at the facility and community level and ensuring access to most
at risk populations and couples.
Assist in the development of strategies for the design and
implementation of HIV/AIDS mitigation and behavior change intervention
among most at risk populations i.e. PLHIV, MARPs to reduce sexual
transmission.
Support the implementation of Abstinence, Be faithful, Condom (ABC)
and Other Mitigation (OM) activities as well as guide the provision of
technical assistance to implementing partners on SBC activities.
Assist in the development of SBC/ IEC/media materials for the program.
Collaborate with the lab team on design and strengthening injection
and blood safety practices across SIDHAS supported facilities.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

BS/MD/PHD or similar degree with 1 to 3 years public health
experience at the state or community level or in the private health
sector.
Or MPH or MS/MA in relevant degree with 3 to 5 years public health
experience at the state or community level or in the private health
sector.
Or BS/BA in pharmacy, microbiology, health sciences, monitoring and
evaluation, public health or in relevant degree with 5 to 7 years public
health experience at the state or community level or in the private
health sector.
Demonstrable experience in large and complex SBC/BCC mobilization
activities in a donor (USAID, DFID, CIDA, etc.) funded national
health-focused project.
HCT experience and ability to understand full range of issues around HCT.
Familiarity with Nigerian public sector health systems and NGOs and CBOs is highly desirable.

Job Title: Senior Technical Officer, PMTCT

Job TypeFull Time
QualificationBA/BSc/HND MBA/MSc/MA PhD/Fellowship
Experience
3 years
Location

Abuja
Job Field
Medical / Health / Safety

Description:

Job Summary / Responsibilities:

To provide technical and programmatic leadership
and support to Integrated Maternal Newborn & Child Health (IMNCH)
strategies and approaches related to implementation of high quality care
and support activities. The basic responsibility is to provide project
management and technical advice on maternal and child health, with
primary focus on PMTCT and technical support on emergency neonatal and
obstetric care, prevention of malaria, diarrhoeal disease, HIV/AIDS,
nutrition and immunization activities.

Duties and responsibilities:

With the Associate Director, Care and Treatment provide technical
leadership and technical support related to maternal health with primary
focus on prevention of mother to child transmission (PMTCT) strategies
and approaches related to implementation of programs.
In collaboration with FHI staff, provide technical assistance to
public sector (FMOH) and private organizations to design, develop,
implement, monitor and evaluate strategies to effectively integrate
PMTCT and related issues into the HIV/AIDS service delivery elements as
appropriate.
Undertake development of guidelines, tools and recommendations
related to the implementation, evaluation of PMTCT and related maternal
and child health activities.
Contribute to development of lessons learned from programs and
projects related to PMTCT and apply these lessons to modify existing
program and improve the design of new programs.
Sustain links at programmatic and field level activities with other IMNCH components (pediatrics, reproductive health).
With the Associate Director, coordinate the design and
implementation of maternal health programs including prevention of
mother to child transmission in field-level projects and programs.
Work in close collaboration with the TB and Integrated Medical
Service Unit in the implementation of integrated HIV, TB and other
medical services at the facility level.
Contribute to development of lessons learned from programs and
projects related to maternal health and apply these lessons to modify
existing program and improve the design of new programs.
Represent FHI/Nigeria to donors and government officials on issues of maternal health and clinical management of HIV/AIDS.
Remain informed on current programs in the field of maternal health
and PMTCT and related development field and contribute to FHI’s global
lessons learned in maternal health and HIV/AIDS.
Work with technical staff at the zonal and state offices and other
relevant FHI staff to adapt and disseminate guidelines, tools and
procedures that will support the achievement of quality service
delivery.
Assist in strengthening a system of reporting on program progress
against stated objectives and monitoring and evaluation frameworks.
Contribute to the development of program strategies, subproject documents, work plans and budgets.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

BS/MD/PHD or similar degree with 3 to 5 years of progressive
relevant experience in clinical care with a sound understanding of
HIV/AIDS with provision of PMTCT in resource constrained settings.
Possession of an MPH or post graduate degree in a related field is required.
Experience in project development with proven experience in the planning and facilitation of training is required.
Familiarity with Nigerian public sector health systems and NGOs and CBOs is highly desirable.

Job Title: Senior Technical Officer, Mitigation

Job TypeFull Time
QualificationBA/BSc/HND MBA/MSc/MA PhD/Fellowship
Experience
3 years
Location

Abuja
Job Field
Medical / Health / Safety

Description:

Job Summary / Responsibilities:

The STO, Mitigation provides technical
assistance and support in the implementation of testing and counseling,
home based care, orphans and vulnerable children and other community
mobilization activities within the HIV/AIDS Prevention, Care &
Treatment Department, ensuring the appropriate application of sound
technical strategies.

Duties and responsibilities:

Assist in the development of strategies for the design and
implementation of HIV/AIDS mitigation interventions. This includes
orphans and vulnerable children programming; home based care and other
care and support activities at the community level.
Development and implementation of interventions focusing on
nutrition, food security, education and skills development;
psychosocial/spiritual support and shelter; household economic
strengthening, legislative support and child protection.
Provides technical support to build the capacity of local
implementing agencies and state counterparts to carry out orphans and
vulnerable children and other mitigation activities and create effective
linkages with facility based services.
Support HIV testing and counseling (HTC) services at multiple entry
points at the facility and community level and ensuring access to most
at risk populations and couples.
Work closely with Prevention Team on community mobilization
strategies and demand creation of HIV prevention, care and treatment
services.
Work closely with other technical staff in the implementation of
Positive Health, Dignity and Prevention strategies within routine
facility services and a standard of community based care.
Provide technical guidance and provide input regarding HIV/AIDS mitigation programs.
Contribute to development of lessons learned from programs and
projects related to mitigation of HIV/AIDS and apply these lessons to
modify existing program and improve the design of new programs.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

BS/MD/PHD or similar degree with 3 to 5 years public health
experience at the state or community level or in the private health
sector.
Or MPH or MS/MA in relevant degree with 5 to 7 years public health
experience at the state or community level or in the private health
sector.
Or BS/BA in pharmacy, microbiology, health sciences, monitoring and
evaluation, public health or in relevant degree with 7 to 9 years public
health experience at the state or community level or in the private
health sector.
Demonstrable experience in large and complex SBC/BCC mobilization
activities in a donor (USAID, DFID, CIDA, etc.) funded national
health-focused project.
HCT experience and ability to understand full range of issues around HCT.
Familiarity with Nigerian public sector health systems and NGOs and CBOs is highly desirable.

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