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Jhpiego Job in Nigeria. Jhpiego is recruiting an HIVST officer and Consultant Monitoring and Evaluation Assistant,Nigeria-2020

Jhpiego Job in Nigeria. Jhpiego is recruiting an HIVST officer and Consultant Monitoring and Evaluation Assistant. With financial support from Unitaid via Population Services International, Jhpiego is implementing Phase 3 of the STAR Initiative, an 18-month project to catalyze HIVST adoption, availability, and use in Nigeria.
Job Title: HIVST Officer-Jhpiego Job in Nigeria
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Responsibilities-Jhpiego Job in Nigeria
- Overall implementation of HIVST at the state level
- Lead State level advocacy and support to SMOH and IPs on HIVST
- Coordinate and engage with the private sector (pharmacy and PPMVs) to implement the total market approach
- Lead in the coordination of community based HIVST for the target population of interest with the district.
- Collaborate for the successful roll out and implementation of HIVST for target populations.
- Work to establish and strengthen effective referral linkage between community outreach services and care and treatment facilities.
- Collaborate with district reference laboratories to implement proficiency testing and other diagnostic quality assurance.
- Contribute to development of project strategies, work plans and budgets
- Produce and ensure timely submission of monthly program activity reports to the Project Director.
- S/he provides HIVST to priority populations according to the national HIV testing protocols and guidelines
- S/he establishes and strengthens good working relationship with other implementing partners and stakeholders.
- S/he ensures that HIVST quality assurance practices are always performed at all times according to the national requirements.
- S/he performs any other duty as assigned by the Project Director.
Qualifications-Jhpiego Job in Nigeria
- Bachelor degree (preferred) in health sciences, medical sciences or public health.
- At least 5 years’ experience with HIV/AIDS program implementation, working with public and NGO sectors is required
- Advanced computer skills in Excel, Word processing and database management
· Good strategic, analytical thinking and problem-solving skills with ability to work effectively with key stakeholders especially relevant government partners, implementing partners and CSOs.
- Excellent writing and verbal communication skills.
- Good strategic and analytical thinking and ability to interpret public health and epidemiological data
- Familiarity with UNITAID regulations is an added advantage.
How to apply-Jhpiego Job in Nigeria
Method of Application:
Interested and qualified candidates should send their updated CV to ng-recruitment@jhpiego.org using Job title e.g. “ HIVST Officer “ (Indicate location in your application & email title)
Application Closing date:
Close of Business Tuesday 29th September 2020
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· CV and Cover Letter as ONE SINGLE WORD document
· The title/subject of your email and application should be the position you are applying for.
· Candidates that do not comply with the application instruction will be disqualified.
· Female applicants and qualified applicants from developing countries are especially encouraged to apply
· We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.
· Only shortlisted candidates will receive an invitation for an interview
· Any successful candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation.
· There will be travel requirements and opportunities both within Nigeria.
· JHU is an Equal Opportunity Employer
For further information about Jhpiego, please visit our website at www.jhpiego.org
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Responsibilities
Successful candidate will work closely with the Monitoring and Evaluation Officer, Strategic Information Advisor, and other project staff. Specific roles/responsibilities include:
· Liaise with backstops/IP SI person to collate monthly summary forms
· Responsible for data entry into project specific DHIS2
· Support the provision of training, supervision and mentorship to strengthen for data quality from distribution sites
· Strengthen the use of data at state, facility, and community level for program monitoring and improvement
· Responsible for liaising with other private sector partners, including CBOs
· Responsible for liaising with the state and IPs to ensure quality data generation from the facilities/sites
· Work closely with state HIVST Officer to ensure coordination of program activities at the state.
· Represent STAR Nigeria in relevant meetings at the state level as delegated
· Ensure smooth working relationship between STAR and partner IPs at the state level
· Perform other tasks as assigned by the SI Advisor and M&E Officer
Qualifications/ Competencies
· A degree in statistics, public health, social sciences or other related discipline.
· At least, two years’ experience with HIV M&E programs
· Good computer skills, especially working knowledge of MS word and Excel
· Experience in facilitating the dissemination and use of data for decision-making
· Good data management and analysis skills
· Excellent and working knowledge of electronic medical records, DHIS2 etc.
· Excellent report writing and communication skills
· Good facilitation and training skills
· Ability to work under minimum supervision and independently
· Successful candidate must possess a functional laptop
How to apply
Method of Application:
Interested and qualified candidates should send their updated CV to ng-recruitment@jhpiego.org using Job title e.g. “Consultant M&E Assistant” (Indicate location in your application & email title)
Application Closing date:
Close of Business Tuesday 29th September 2020
Note:
· CV and Cover Letter as ONE SINGLE WORD document
· The title/subject of your email and application should be the position you are applying for.
· Candidates that do not comply with the application instruction will be disqualified.
· Female applicants and qualified applicants from developing countries are especially encouraged to apply
· We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.
· Only shortlisted candidates will receive an invitation for an interview
· Any successful candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation.
· There will be travel requirements and opportunities both within Nigeria.
· JHU is an Equal Opportunity Employer
For further information about Jhpiego, please visit our website at www.jhpiego.org