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. FHl360 serves more than 60 countries, all 50 U.S. states and all U.S. territories. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the positions of; 

 

Technical Officer (Prevention & Mitigation)

Location: Bayelsa & RIvers

 

The Technical Officer (Prevention & Mitigation). under the supervision of Senior Technical Officer - Prevention, Care & Treatment, the State TO, Prevention and Mitigation will assist in the provision of technical 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. 

 

 

Minimum Recruitment Standards: 

•  MB.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 wtth 3 to 5 years public heatth experience at the state or community 

level or in the private health sector. 

•  Or BSIBA 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 caos is highly desirable. 

 

How to apply

Vacancy closes 10 days after this publication. For detailed information, please visit our international employment webpage at www.fhi360.org. FHI 360 has a competitive compensation package. FHI 360 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Only shortlistes candidates will be contacted.

 

Disclaimer

FHI 360 does not charge candidates a fee for a test or interview.