Program Officer at Solina Centre for International Development and Research (SCIDaR)

Project Summary

• The ASPIRE project involves technical assistance and mentorship to facilities staff providing HIV testing services, antiretroviral drugs as well as care and support services to people living with HIV.
• Being a health implementation project, SCIDaR seeks to adequately support the facilities for better patients’ outcomes thereby contributing to the overall epidemic control on a larger scale, while also interacting with other stakeholders in the state that have similar goals.

Role Summary

• The Program Officer will execute the day-to-day implementation plans, provide technical assistance, mentor facility staff onsite, and oversee Data assistants’ activities on the ASPIRE project in Rivers State.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1-2 years of progressive experience in strategy, and systems strengthening in a major consulting firm.
• Previous experience in implementing public health programs is preferred;
• Minimum of a Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Allied health degree with an outstanding academic record;
• Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Prior work experience in an HIV program will be an added advantage