Program Officer, TB at Institute of Human Virology, Nigeria

Responsibilities

• Support the program manager and senior program officer in achieving key deliverables of the grant.
• Collect, collate, and review routine program reports from SRs and 27 DRTB treatment facilities in 26 states and provides feedback.
• Quality of care assessment and ensuring that patients in all IHVN-supported facilities receive high-quality comprehensive TB/HIV /AIDS care and treatment in line with WHO and National Guidelines across implementing states.
• Provision of on-site clinical mentoring and technical assistance to the technical staff of DR-TB sites in the country and ensuring that these facilities operate optimally.
• Monitor the implementation of TB specimen referrals by SRs and collect monthly reports from the states.
• Monitor the implementation of Nigeria EQUAL TB activities and render administrative and technical support to participating facilities.
• Participation in regional/National TB PPM meetings and other initiatives as assigned by the program manager.
• To work with Sub-partner, government agencies, donor representatives, facility/site staff, focal persons, and IHVN staff to effectively manage programmatic challenges.

Skills and Abilities

• Good communication (oral and written) and facilitation skills with proficiency in computer programming – Word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation skills are required.
• Proficiency in data analysis, and good inter and intrapersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure to meet organizational targets/goals.
• Ability to evaluate data and prepare quality reports often under pressure and in complex situations.
• Being goal oriented with the ability to plan and organize, make decisions, manage time, and practice critical thinking.
• English language (high proficiency in verbal and written expression)

Education and Experience

• A University degree in Medicine. An MPH or additional master’s degree will be an added advantage.
• A minimum of 3 – 5 years of professional-level experience managing public health and health delivery with emphasis on TBHIV, care and treatment.
• She/he must have experience working with PEPFAR or GF-funded care and treatment programs. Demonstrated experience in the design, implementation, and management of TB and TB/HIV program and private sector engagement is desirable.
• Must be familiar with the broad range of TB and TBHIV issues, understanding of the major issues affecting TBHIV with in-depth knowledge of the implementation of TBHIV programs in Nigeria.