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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Technical Officer, Research and Evaluation (TB COVID 19 project)
This position will report to the Technical Advisor, Strategic Information. The successful person will provide support to all research and evaluation activities of the Directorate.
S/He will support the writing of Manuscript, literature reviews, qualitative and quantitative data analysis.
The candidate will also provide support to the directorate technical reports and will be responsible for running research projects from protocol development to implementation; from setting up a research project to delivering an impactful report and publication.
S/He will develop insightful reports based on the candidate’s data analysis and on both quantitative and qualitative research techniques.
The candidate should have a strong background in research, be comfortable with a range of methodologies, and be able to demonstrate a track record of conducting research in the public health and TB/HIV space.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience
Must possess a Degree in Sciences, Social Sciences, or Health Sciences with expertise in research or public health. A postgraduate degree in the relevant position will be desirable.
Skills and experience in the use of Quantitative and Qualitative research methods.
Experience working with District Health Information System 2 (DHIS2).
Must possess a minimum of eight (8) years cognate experience in HIV/AIDS care and relevant experience supporting the implementation of M&E systems, planning and executing program evaluation.
Must have skills and experience in the use of Quantitative and Qualitative research methods.
Must have a high level of quantitative and qualitative skills and appropriate use of Quantitative and qualitative data analysis software (Nvivo, Atlas.ti, STATA, or SPSS).
Expertise in health systems research using mixed methods.
Expertise in research writing and good mastery of the English language.
Good knowledge of public health research.
Acquaintance with HIV/AIDS programming is highly desirable.
Must be able to handle a fast-paced environment and be able to make informed split-second decisions.