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  • Posted: Jun 8, 2018
    Deadline: Jun 14, 2018
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    AIDS Prevention Initiative in Nigeria, Ltd./Gte. (APIN) is a non-governmental organization registered with the Nigerian Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC). APIN has built a strong partnership with the Nigerian Government, which is memorialized through a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the National Planning Commission. APIN is a leading Nigerian orga...
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    Quality Assurance/Improvement (QA/QI) Officer

    Location: Benue, Plateau

    Job Description

    • Will work under the supervision of APIN Senior Technical Officer-QA/QI
    • Will support Data Quality Assurance (DQA), NigeriaQual and other performance measurement exercises in the states
    • Review  and update the programme quality improvement protocol as indicated
    • Develop and coordinate  the implementation of the programme  quality management  plan
    • Provide technical support to program sites in developing and implementing clinical quality improvement activities in all program areas
    • Act as secretary to the APIN Central Quality Assurance committee
    • Ensure documentation and dissemination of the quality improvement and best practices at both central office and programme sites
    • The incumbent will supervise the state Clinical Quality Assurance Officers and serving as subject matter expertise regarding process improvement initiatives across ART/ TB, PMTCT, care and support, prevention & community services will provide quality assurance/ improvement focused technical assistance.
    • S/he ensures comprehensive data analysis to identify areas for improvement across thematic areas, health facility systems and program units.
    • S/he will develop metrics and other relevant reports on QA management for all QA issues, plan and conduct periodic program quality compliance audit at service delivery points to identify non-compliance in adherence to SOPs and guidelines; provide capacity building to health facility teams on QA and QI methodologies.
    • The job holder will provide onsite technical assistance to the facility QI teams and collate all QA activities and work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary teams to address program gaps
    • Ensure documentation and dissemination of the quality improvement and best practices at both central office and programme sites
    • Identify training needs, develop and implement training of relevant QI staff at both the central office and programme sites
    • Collaborate with HealthQual international on the QI strengthening project
    • Support and monitor the implementation of the QI coaching strategy

    Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills & Ability

    • Advanced degree in Medicine, Pharmacy, Public Health or related field.
    • At least 5 years’ relevant post NYSC clinical experience in HIV/AIDS care and antiretroviral treatment.
    • Excellent grasp of clinical issues and current literature in Adult/ Pediatric HIV management, TB, OVC, Prevention and PMTCT services. Demonstrated leadership and managerial skills;
    • Ability to work independently with strong problem-solving skills including the ability to foresee problems and initiate appropriate action.
    • Knowledge of applicable tools, concepts and methodologies of QA and QI

    Method of Application

    Applicants should write to: vacancies@apin.org.ng stating how their skills, knowledge and experience make them suitable, and addressing the person specifications highlighted above for the position.

    Note

    • The suitability statement should not exceed a page and must appear on the first page of the CV, which must be saved in Microsoft Word and as applicant’s full name.
    • The subject of the mail should be the job position and location being applied for, e.g. Quality Assurance/Improvement (QA/QI) Officer (Benue).
    • Late applications will not be considered and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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