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: Technical Officer - Pharmaceutical

• Location: Ondo

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  OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES: 
  He/ She will work under the supervision of The Head Clinical and Quality Improvement Services in the delivery of quality pharmaceutical care and efficient supply chain management to ensure the implementation of the HIV/AIDS supply chain unification project in EHAI supported facilities. The incumbent will work with site staff to ensure delivery of quality pharmaceutical services.
  
  JOB DESCRIPTION
  Carry out supportive supervisory and mentoring activities to sites to ensure the following:

  • Monitoring and updating the temperature chart in the Store and Dispensary.

  • ARV quantification for Dispensary and Stores Stock.

  • Dispensing Antiretroviral and Opportunistic Infection Drugs with Pharmaceutical advice and care.

  • Evaluating antiretroviral regimen prescriptions to dispense the appropriate doses to patients.

  • Pharmacovigilance documentation of Antiretroviral and Opportunistic Infection Drugs adverse effects in patients and the report of same to funders and NAFDAC.

  • Filling the National Adult, New patient, PMTCT and Pediatric ARV Registers.

  • Filling the National Daily Consumption Registers.

  • Maintaining a FEFO principle in Stock rotation and Issue.

  • Timely bimonthly CRRIFF report submission to SCMS.

  • Submission of weekly enrollment into ART to funders

  • Submission of trip and monthly reports as at when due.

  • Will liaise with SCMS and other stakeholders in the logistics chain management to ensure at least 1 month minimum stock at all sites at any given time.

  KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITY

  • Specific experience with National HIV/AIDS pharmaceutical programs strongly desired

  • Time efficient, systematic methodology.

  • Excellent training and presentation skills.

  • Successful negotiation and advocacy with appreciation of cross cultural uniqueness.

  • Proven ability to work independently and with little supervision. Able to

  • manage a strong supply chain technical team

  • Program and budget development, planning and implementation.

  • Rapid adaptability to new problem solving, responsibility and location.

  • I.T: Microsoft -Word, Excel, Power point, outlook, access.

  • Language: Fluent in English Language.

  • Ability to multi task.

  QUALIFICATION AND REQUIREMENTS

  • A B.Sc Pharmacy degree from a reputable university is a requirement.

  • A Master’s degree in public or other health related field will be an advantage.

  • At least 3 years of relevant clinical or program experience working on HIV Care and treatment program.

  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

  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]

  Application must explicitly state the position and location applied for in the subject of the email. Candidates are advised to provide three professional referees with functional email addresses and telephone numbers.

  Note: Only applications sent in the required format will be considered and only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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