Posted on: Tue 15-12-2015

Equitable Health Access Initiative (EHAI)  is an indigenous non-governmental organisation fully committed to ensuring equitable access to quality and efficient health care services through the implementation of intervention programs in the control of communicable diseases (e.g. HIV, Malaria, Tuberculosis etc.) and non-communicable diseases of public health importance, as well as health systems support and strengthening. The TA Community medicine shall work to ensure the delivery of quality health services in HCT, PMTCT, Care and support service for adult and pediatric  HIV Patients at the supported sites

Position: State Manager/Senior Technical Officer

Location: Ondo

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES

The State Manager/Technical Officer leads the implementation of a comprehensive PEPFAR program at the Akure and Ekiti State offices in collaboration with the project leadership, Lagos Head Office and field based teams. He/she will support efforts to ensure the delivery of high quality HIV prevention, care and treatment for clients on the ACTION Plus Up project.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• The State Manager/ Senior Technical Officer will provide overall leadership in the delivery of High Quality Prevention, Care and Treatment Services to People Living With HIV in Ondo and Ekiti State on the PEPFAR ACTION Plus Up Project.

• Oversee and contribute to the development of knowledge sharing activities including best practices, abstracts, technical publications or reports, Foster knowledge sharing and learning among state office teams.

• Work closely with the Heads Department to ensure regular monitoring and progression towards attainment of Key Performance Indicators for you and your team members.

• Work with your team to ensure they are aware of and complying with the policies and procedures of the organisation at all times.

• Work closely with your team to ensure they are equipped and able to successfully deliver on all EHAI programs.

• Work to develop a strong, supportive and positive team environment.

• Proactively manage the performance of your team and actively undertake performance management objectives as soon as any potential issues are identified in order to maintain high performance and positive culture of your team.

• Maintain open, honest and positive communication channels between your team and your direct line(s) of reporting.

• Undertake tactical analysis of issues pertaining to the organisation/operations in your region and come up with appropriate intervention plans.

• Research and maintain awareness of key stakeholder representatives in your region (including government, business, industry and community)

• Prepare and maintain Annual, quarterly and monthly operational plans for your region in conjunction with the Management Team of the Organization.

• Provide regular report to the CEO and management team as agreed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Experience in Leadership with demonstrable excellent Leadership skills

• Excellent and detailed working knowledge of HIV prevention care and treatment program in Nigeria

• Knowledge of health and development programs in developing countries in general and Nigeria specifically.

• Knowledge and experience in project-level or state/ national-level strategic knowledge management implementation for health program initiatives.

• Sensitivity to cultural differences and understanding of the social, political and ethical issues surrounding HIV infections.

• Ability to work well with others and to develop and maintain compatibility among project staff, consultants and recipients of assistance.

• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing priorities.

• Ability to manage tight deadlines and deliver high volumes of work with minimal supervision.

• High degree of proficiency in written and spoken English communication.

• Excellent computer skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, Power point, Access etc.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Ability to travel within Nigeria 50% of the time.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Essential: MBBS, B. Pharm or B.Sc in any Health Science field or their equivalent with a Post-graduate degree (Masters in Public Health or epidemiology, MBA etc.)  from a recognized academic institution. 

• At least 7 years post-NYSC Experience for Medical Doctors.

• At least 10 years post-NYSC Experience for non-Medical Doctors.

• At least 5 years relevant experience in HIV prevention, care and treatment program in Nigeria at the health facility, state/national level (with at least 2 years of this in leadership position) – Preferably on PEPFAR supported projects.

• Proven skills and knowledge of current national and international guidelines in the management of infectious diseases of public health interest including HIV, TB, and Malaria.

• Program planning, Research and coordination experience is highly desirable.

• Familiarity with Nigerian public health sector systems and NGOs and CBOs is highly desirable

Position: Technical Officer - Clinical and Quality Improvement

Location: Ondo

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES

He/She shall work under the direct supervision of the Head of the Clinical and Quality Improvement Services Department with support and guidance from the Akure State manager to deliver program related goals and activities at facility and organizational level. Particularly mentoring and training of health workers on adult and pediatric ART, TB/HIV and other clinical related activities as will be dictated by program direction to ensure the delivery of quality HIV care and treatment for clients in the supported facilities on the project.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• The Technical Officer professional services in the delivery of Quality Care and Treatment Services to the Adult and Paediatric People Living With HIV in Ondo and Ekiti State on the PEPFAR ACTION Plus Up Project.
• He/ She will work with others at the Lagos HQ Office and EHAI Akure/ Ekiti State office as well as local implementing partners and the State Government officials to ensure that the care, treatment and quality improvement activities are appropriate and meet the donor and project's requirements.
• Will represent the organization at State and implementing partners’ forum as the need arises.

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Essential: M.B.B.S, or its equivalent.
• Masters in Public Health or epidemiology from a recognized academic institution will be an added advantage.
• At least 3 years of post-NYSC Experience.
• Experience in Adult HIV/AIDS Care, Pediatric HIV/AIDS Care, TB Care, and Malaria program.
• Experience working with State government HIV/AIDS control programs and other stakeholders.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITY

• Proven skills and knowledge of current national and international guidelines in the management of infectious diseases of public health interest including HIV, TB, and Malaria.
• Excellent training and presentation skills.
• Proven ability to work independently and with little supervision.
• Familiarity with Nigerian public sector health systems and NGO
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Program and budget development, planning and implementation.
• I.T: Microsoft -Word, Excel, Power point, outlook, access.
• Language: Fluent in English Language.
• Ability to multi task.

Method of Application

Application letter and detailed curriculum vitae in Microsoft word format should be forwarded to the. Head, Administration and Human Resources through this email address: [email protected]

 

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