Manager/Deputy Manager, State Team Leader (SHiPS for MARPS) at Society for Family Health (SFH)

Job Reference Code: STLNASA-ext

Job Profile

• This is a Manager/Deputy Manager position reporting to the Assistant Director, Prevention Advisor for Key Population Interventions.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, management and implementation of HIV Prevention among Key Populations, particularly female sex workers (brothel and non-brothel based). S/He will be responsible for the management of systems strengthening and institutional and structural frameworks of the project for state-level stakeholders.
• S/He will ensure improvement in continuum of community and facility based prevention, care and treatment for Key Populations.
• S/He will oversee and ensure proper coordination and implementation of evidence-informed comprehensive behaviour change communication programmes to address HIV prevention, treatment, care and support needs for key target populations.

Qualifications/Experience

• First degree in Social/Medical/Biological/Behavioural Sciences from a recognized institution.
• Master’s degree in Public Health or any relevant field will be an added advantage.
• Must possess minimum of seven (7) years post NYSC experience in managing HIV and/or other health-related programmes, Behaviour Change Communication and experience in policy work, advocacy and systems strengthening.
• Must possess experience in quantification and drug distribution scheme.
• Must understand the culture and traditions of people in the territory.
• Must have a high sense of responsibility, integrity and drive for continuous learning and knowledge sharing.
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision and function effectively as a team member and as the supervisor of a large team.