Cluster Lead at Society for Family Health (SFH)

Job Profile:

The Cluster Lead will provide technical expertise and operational leadership for the coordination, design, and implementation of HIV/AIDS Prevention, Care, and Treatment services in the Baruten Cluster of Kwara state. The primary focus will be on ensuring comprehensive and effective HIV/AIDS clinical management for both General and Key populations.

Key Responsibilities: 

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following functions:

Technical Guidance and Leadership:

• Provide expert guidance on the clinical management of HIV/AIDS, including Anti-retroviral treatment, TB HIV services integration, PMTCT, KP services, and comprehensive care and support.
• Stay updated on evolving trends, best practices, and guidelines in the field of HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment.

Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Work closely with relevant stakeholders, including LACAs, PHCs, other healthcare providers, and community-based organizations, to coordinate and align efforts for maximum impact.
• Foster partnerships and collaborations to create an enabling environment, enhance service delivery and community engagement.

Capacity Building and Training:

• Identify training needs and develop capacity-building programs for cluster staff and health care workers in the cluster
• Conduct continuous mentoring and coaching to ensure the continuous improvement of service quality.

Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting:

• Monitor activities routinely to track the progress of the implementation in the cluster.
• Prepare and share regular reports on program performance, outcomes, challenges, and recommendations for improvement.\
• Ensure the relevant DCT are used to capture data and transferred into the relevant databases

Qualifications/Experience:

• Advanced degree in fields such as public health, medicine, Nursing or other relevant field.
• PRINCE2 or PMP Certification is an added advantage.
• At least 8 years of progressive experience in managing public health programs, with a focus on HIV or related fields.
• Demonstrated track record of managing diverse teams and programs, with at least 7 years in a supervisory capacity.
• Prior engagement with government agencies, donors, and international health organizations.
• Proven ability to collaborate with high-level stakeholders and effectively manage partnership

Skills and competencies: 

• Must have an excellent understanding of the HIV environment in Nigeria.
• Has a good understanding and working knowledge of Baruten Local Government and or the state.
• Must have the ability to work under own initiative.
• Must have accuracy, attention to detail and high numeracy and analytical skills.
• Must have strong communication skills – both written and verbal; diplomatic and able to manage sensitive information.
• Must have highly developed interpersonal skills, including cross-team negotiating and relationship building.
• Must have advanced advocacy skills and ability to engage with top government stakeholders.
• Ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines.