Recruitment: Apply For AHNi Recruitment 2022

Recruitment, apply for Achieving Health Nigeria Initiative (AHNi) recruitment 2022 below.

Gatekeepers New s reports that the Achieving Health Nigeria Initiative (AHNi) is an indigenous non-governmental organization that promotes socio-economic development by supporting a broad range of global health interventions, education, and economic initiatives in Nigeria.

AHNi is recruiting to fill the position below;

Job Title: Technical Officer – Comprehensive HIV / TB Program

Location: Akwa Ibom
Job Category: Fixed Term

Job Description

Will provide technical support at the state level to implement high-quality care, treatment, and support activities with a primary focus on technical areas of comprehensive TB and HIV/AIDS programs including laboratory, pharmacy, logistics, prevention, care, treatment, TB, RMNCH, mitigation, monitoring, and evaluation.
S/He will also provide support with technical leadership and engage with stakeholders and as approved, represent the organization to stakeholder events.

Minimum Recruitment Standards

MB.BS / MD / Ph.D. or similar degree with 2 to 4 years of progressive relevant experience in managing comprehensive TB and HIV programs in resource-constrained settings.
Or MPH or MS / MA in relevant degree with 1 to 2 years of progressive relevant experience in managing comprehensive TB and HIV programs in resource-constrained settings.
Or BS / BA in Pharmacy, Microbiology, Health Sciences, Monitoring and Evaluation, Public Health or in relevant degree with 2 to 5 years of progressive relevant experience in managing comprehensive TB and HIV programs in resource-constrained settings.

Job Title: Director – Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning

Location: Adamawa
Job Category: Fixed Term

Basic Function

The Director – Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning will be responsible for leading the design and implementation of the program monitoring and evaluation framework and information system to track delivery against targets, outcomes, and impacts.
S/he will lead analysis of data collected for assessment of progress and areas of improvement.
S/he will guide reporting processes amongst technical staff and consolidate program reports, promote learning and knowledge sharing of best practices and lessons learnt.
S/he will support all the technical staff in M&E functions and will manage any M&E-related staff in the program.

Duties and Responsibilities

Supervise the design and development of program-specific Performance Monitoring Plans.
In collaboration with the DCOP/Technical Director, oversee the programs collaborating, learning, and adapting (CLA) process, ensuring the CLA approach is applied with consistency and rigor.
In collaboration with program leadership, apply program learnings in pursuit of adaptive management.
Ensure that monitoring systems meet the requirements of the donor and that performance results can be used for continuous improvement.
Adapt existing AHNi monitoring tools, as well as propose new ways of measuring change using both quantitative and qualitative data collection tools, analysis of secondary data, and, where appropriate, remote monitoring techniques.
Design the overall measurement system for the project to include outcome measures at the end of the project
Support partners to develop strong M&E systems to track programming to share with AHNi and the donor.
Providing training and mentoring to partners, to ensure the implementation of strong M&E systems.
Development of the M&E Plan for the project, including a decision on and definition of key indicators, targets, and systems for measurements.
Collect, aggregate, analyze and present data about the project for learning and reporting to the donor.
Coordinate internal and external reviews and lead the analysis of findings, with a strong emphasis on learning.
Strengthen staff capacity in qualitative and qualitative monitoring and evaluation tools through comprehensive staff training and coaching.
Take the lead in aligning, collecting, and reporting on relevant program indicators to the organizational-wide M&E system.
Establish and manage a database to track progress towards meeting project goals and objectives

Qualifications and Requirements

A Master’s Degree in a relevant discipline, such as MPH (Epidemiology), Statistics, Informatics, or any advanced degree in a related discipline.
Knowledge of major evaluation methodologies (e.g., qualitative, quantitative, mixed methods, and impact) and data collection and analysis methodologies.
At least seven years of experience designing and implementing monitoring and evaluation activities for complex programs in developing countries, preferably in Nigeria
Demonstrated experience in the design and implementation of rigorous qualitative and quantitative research and evaluation studies to IRB standards
A firm command of the M&E issues with respect to improvements in quality integrated service and support programs
Demonstrated experience in setting up and managing M&E systems that track performance as per the objectives of this project (e.g. service integration and performance against each result area)
Demonstrated analytical skills to measure the outcomes of the project’s activities and support project supervision
Strong writing and organizational skills for monitoring and reporting on activities and study results
Experience in managing and evaluations of USAID or PEPFAR funded programs
Professional level of oral and written fluency in the English language

Knowledge, Skills & Attributes:
Leadership:

Ability to sustain interpersonal and professional relationships with internal colleagues and contacts in donor and peer organizations
Deep understanding of AHNi’s strategy and how efforts contribute to the greater good
Consistently works within internal processes and procedures
Strong interpersonal and team-building skills Proactive engagement in corporate initiatives

Project Management:

Strong planning and time management skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to effectively present complex ideas to diverse audiences
Ability to problem-solve difficult issues
Ability to multitask with ease, adapting to frequently changing priorities
Strong negotiating and conflict resolution skills
Proficiency in developing and managing a budget

Technical Skills:

Strong experience in HIV/AIDS program including Prevention, Treatment, Care & Support, PMTCT HIV/TB, OVCs programming with proven results
Strong knowledge and understanding of donor policies and regulations
High competence using DHIS, LAMIS, LIMS, EMR, NDR, And other related applications.

People Management:

Demonstrated proficiency in supervising staff, including providing honest feedback
Ability to mentor others.

Job Title: Technical Assistant – Community ART Management Services

Location: Akwa Ibom
Job Category: Fixed Term

Job Description

Will provide technical and programmatic support to implement high-quality comprehensive HIV/AIDS programs (ART, PMTCT, TB/HIV, RH/HIV, and HTS) and other services including direct service providing support for community-level services based on the ongoing HIV and Tb surge in Akwa Ibom state.
Support, scale-up, and coordinate the community level implementation of integrated HIV and TB surge strategies aimed at maximizing HIV case finding efficiencies based on the 95:95:95 strategies.
S/He will support optimal linkage and enrolment rates for identified HIV positive adult, adolescent, and pediatric clients at the community level based on the 95:95:95 strategies, support the community level implementation of test and start strategy including same-day ART enrolment for identified HIV positive adults, adolescent and pediatric patients based on the 95:95:95 strategies and also support the community level implementation of strategies aimed at optimizing retention in ART care and enhancing virological suppression for adult, adolescent and pediatric patients enrolled in EPIC-supported treatment locations based on the 95:95:95 strategies.

Minimum Recruitment Standards

MBBS with a minimum of 1-year post national youth service experience in clinical care OR Registered Nurse / Midwife / BSc Nursing with a minimum of 3 years post qualification experience.
A sound understanding of HIV/AIDS, TB, and TB/HIV technical areas.
Knowledge of Nigerian clinical setting including government and non-government settings
Experience in integrated HIV care delivery
Sensitivity to cultural differences and understanding of the social, political, and ethical issues surrounding HIV infection.

Job Title: Technical Assistant – Clinical Services

Location: Akwa Ibom
Job Category: Fixed Term

Job Description

Will Support the community level implementation of strategies aimed at optimizing retention in ART care and enhancing virological suppression for adult, adolescent, and pediatric patients enrolled in SIDHAS-supported treatment locations based on the 95:95:95 strategies, support the community level implementation of differentiated care approaches to comprehensive HIV service delivery adapted to address specific patients’ needs and support the implementation of quality improvement initiatives and approaches aimed at ensuring continuous quality improvement in the delivery of comprehensive and integrated adult, adolescent and pediatric HIV services in supported communities.
S/He will also support the implementation of tailored targeted interventions for special populations aimed at reversing the trends in negative treatment outcomes (pediatrics, adolescents and young girls and men, etc.) in supported communities as well as participate in the generation and use of data for analysis to guide decision making for program improvement at state and facility levels.

Minimum Recruitment Standards

MBBS with a minimum of 1-year post national youth service experience in clinical care or Registered Nurse / Midwife / B.Sc in Nursing with a minimum of 3 years post qualification experience.
A sound understanding of HIV/AIDS, TB, and TB/HIV technical areas
Knowledge of Nigerian clinical setting including government and non-government settings
Experience in integrated HIV care delivery
Sensitivity to cultural differences and understanding of the social, political, and ethical issues surrounding HIV infection.

Application Closing Date
22nd February 2022.

Job Title: Technical Assistant – Monitoring & Evaluation

Location: Cross River
Job Category: Fixed Term

Job Description

Will be engaged to support planning, review, and implementation of core M&E activities with the view of ensuring the highest data quality for evidence-based decision making and program improvement across EPIC Activity 2 supported facilities.
S/He will support coordination and oversight functions on strengthening health information systems through strategic information processes and innovations at the state level and across AHNi supported facilities and in line with PEPFAR and USAID guidelines.
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.
Also, s/he will work with program and technical staff to support the correct implementation and use of monitoring and evaluation tools, and adherence to complete, correct and timely reporting, ensuring that the quality of program/project activities adheres to SOPs by supporting the development and implementation of appropriate mechanisms to ensure quality.

Minimum Recruitment Standards

MBBS / MD, B.Sc / BA in Statistics, Pharmacy, Microbiology, Physiology or other health-related Degrees with 1-year post NYSC work experience
Master’s Degree in Public Health, Health Informatics, Epidemiology, or other relevant disciplines will be an added advantage
Experience in project-level or state/national-level monitoring and evaluation system implementation for Global Health Initiatives.

Job Title: Technical Assistant – Comprehensive HIV / TB Program

Location: Akwa Ibom
Job Category: Fixed Term

Description

Will support and scale up the implementation of strategies aimed at improving HIV testing efficiencies including partner notification services, genealogy testing, and other strategies as agreed, support optimal linkage and enrolment rates for identified HIV positive adult, adolescent, and pediatric clients, support the implementation of test and start strategy including same-day ART enrolment for identified HIV positive adults, adolescent, and pediatric patients and other technical approaches as they evolve.
S/He will also support strategies aimed at optimizing retention in ART care and enhancing virologic suppression for adult, adolescent, and pediatric patients enrolled in supported treatment locations.

Minimum Recruitment Standards

MBBS with a minimum of 1-year post national youth service experience in clinical care
Or Registered Nurse / Midwife / B.Sc Nursing with a minimum of 3 years post qualification experience.
Or B.Sc in a related field with a minimum of 4 years post qualification experience.
A sound understanding of HIV/AIDS, TB, RH/HIV, and TB/HIV technical areas.

Application Closing Date
22nd February 2022.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should forward a suitability statement (application) and Resume (CV) as a single MS Word document to: AHNi-PCTJobs@ahnigeria.org using the Job Title and Location as the subject of the email.

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