Career Opportunities at Excellence Community Education Welfare Scheme (ECEWS)

Job Description

The Job holder will be responsible for providing technical coordination and support to all HIV-related prevention, care and treatment activities for children, adolescent, pregnant and breastfeeding women including viral load scale up as well as viral suppression strategies, treatment optimization and monitoring/management of treatment failure.

This role is also responsible for rolling out differentiated service delivery models, PMTCT and pediatric/adolescent care SOPs as per the national and international standards, monitoring and documenting best practices and participating relevant technical working group meetings.

• Working jointly with the HTS team, support PITC and index client testing to reach all children.
• Ensure timely linkage of all positive children to ART.
• Ensure ART infected children are retained on ART.
• Ensure all eligible children have updated viral load as per national guidelines.
• Ensure viral suppression among children on ART.
• Support quality implementation of pediatric DSD models including family model clinic (FMC), mother-baby pair (MBP) clinic and pediatric specific clinics.
• Conduct ongoing mapping on ARV optimization need and support facility teams to transition children to efficacious regimen (LPV/r and DTG).
• Support transition of children to adolescent care.
• Ensure increased ANC uptake through demand creation and partner involvement.
• Support facilities to test and Identify HIV positive mothers and put them all on lifelong ART.
• Provide technical strategy on routine and timely viral load testing for PMTCT mothers as well as viral suppression.
• Ensure mothers and the infants are retained in care.
• Coordinate strategies for early infant diagnosis, infant prophylaxis, and prompt ART for positive infants.
• Capacity build facility teams to conduct and report on HEI and maternal cohort analysis.
• Train healthcare providers on quality pediatric and PMTCT care
• Conduct supportive supervision to supported sites.
• Coordinate cervical cancer prevention activities.
• Provide timely updates for the quarterly program performance review and share mitigation for underperforming areas.
• Monthly reporting, feedback, and data use on key pediatric indicators and PMTCT indicators.
• Participate in development of strategic tools (SOPs, TORs, package of care) to guide pediatric and PMTCT programming.
• Participate in National and State TWG/stakeholder meetings.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Minimum Recruitment Standard

• Medical Degree (MBBS)
• Master of Public Health (MPH); Master of Sciences Epidemiology (MSc) or equivalent is compulsory.
• Strong experience in providing mentorship and technical assistance.
• Self-motivated and demonstrated success in building effective programs in resource-limited settings.
• At least ten (10) years of proven experience in design, implementation and coordination of HIV and TB-project in resource limited settings.
• Extensive clinical experience in care of HIV infected adults, pregnant and breastfeeding women in resource limited settings.
• Excellent oral and report writing and presentation skills. Proven ability to write high quality scientific/management documents.
• Excellent collaboration and partnering skills in a team environment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects while working as part of a team.
• Good problem-solving skills
• Software Applications: Advanced knowledge of MS Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook.
• Communication and Influencing Skills: Proven ability to influence others through diplomacy and proven oral and written communication skills.
• Passion for Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights: Commitment to family planning, reproductive health services, gender, maternal, child health services, and eradication of harmful traditional practices.
• Self-Management and Teamwork: Ability to work independently or as a member of the team, ability to be detailed-oriented, and ability to manage stress effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Matrix Management: Ability to thrive in a matrix organization.
• Confidentiality: Ability to maintain confidentiality on work related matters
• Communication: Advanced oral and written communication skills using different forms of media. Ability to translate complex concepts to individuals at all levels.

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Job Description

• The position holder will support ECEWS CDC OVC-SPEED Project partners in the development and implementation of data collection systems, ensure data quality, and accurate reporting in a timely manner.
• The Officer will support in coordination, management, and dissemination of strategic information; and is responsible for the following activities:
• Will support state level implementation of the OVC project in the state of assignment with displayed capacities in building acceptable documentation, reporting, and learning systems.
• S/he will lead the monitoring of data collection, collation, storage, analysis, and reporting ensuring that data is audit worthy and incorporated into program reports for submission to CDC.
• Under his/her guidance, the project at the state level will utilize monitoring data to maximize program impact.
• The successful candidates will ensure efficient use of available resources towards achieving defined M&E goals.
• S/he will ensure adherence to structured principles during implementation of M&E field activities and provide required program statistics within expected timelines to inform project planning and delivery.
• The Officer will build and sustain strategic relationships with key state-level stakeholders and maintain an information flow to keep all stakeholders updated with project performance. 
• Support and oversee the M&E work of the Community Based Organizations (CBOs) in the implementation of the OVC Project.
• Oversee the training of CBO staff in the SPEED M&E system including the NOMIS forms and database.
• Ensure CBOs understand the information needs of project stakeholders and donors and adhere to system requirements.
• Work closely with the CBO M&E officers to ensure they understand the data requirements and data gathering and report formats.
• Support CBOs to train Community Case Workers to correctly report OVC activities and services provided to clients’ and their households on a timely basis.
• Ensure that CBOs enter accurate and high-quality data and report on the NOMIS platforms on a timely basis.
• Ensure that CBOs participate in the data quality assessment, understand the recommendations for remedial action, and comply with those recommendations.
• Attend relevant SPEED management and technical meetings to ensure close coordination between program, management, and M&E staff.
• Collaborate with SPEED management and CBOs in planning, designing, and undertaking program evaluations and special studies.
• Identify and respond to key stakeholders’ information needs in MEAL activities, using a range of appropriate communication methods.
• Ensure the transmission of data into NOMIS and any other required electronic platform within expected frequencies.
• Participate in DQA and other data quality and validation activities.
• Identify and respond to key stakeholders’ information needs in MEAL activities, using a range of appropriate communication methods.
• Ensure the transmission of data into NOMIS and any other required electronic   platform within expected frequencies.
• Monitoring and Evaluation: Regularly monitor stated project milestones and evaluate outcomes of support strategies at appropriate intervals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Recruitment Standard

• At least 7 years’ post NYSC experience in OVC related M&E.
• Experience and knowledge of ART Surge Response is a major requirement.
• A Post Graduate degree in Public Health/Health Science is an added advantage.
• Skills using MS Excel, MS Access, SPSS and/or SAS and Epi-Info highly desirable.
• Appropriate familiarity with electronic medical record systems.
• Strong data management and analysis skills.
• Hands on experience in the use of computer (Word processing, Excel, and database programs).
• Knowledge of and experience in spreadsheet and database management work.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and make reasoned judgments in a timely fashion. Committing to a course of action without undue delay or prevarication
• Experience of dealing with difficult and sensitive situations in a professional manner.
• Ability to work under pressure, efficiently handle multiple tasks, quickly find creative solutions to problems and challenges that arise and manage stress and time in a fast-paced work and fluid operating environment.
• Ability to manage tight deadlines and deliver high volumes of work with minimal supervision.
• High degree of proficiency in written and spoken English communication.
• Well-developed computer skills.

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Description

• Under the supervision of the Senior Technical Officer MEL/SI, S/he will assist in the design and implementation of monitoring and evaluation strategies for the state offices. 
• Will work with others in the state office and implementing partners to ensure that state monitoring and evaluation activities are appropriate and meet the donor and project’s M&E needs. 
• Will provide leadership to the field level M&E program, provide overall guidance on program/project monitoring and evaluation and on US Government and Government of Nigeria reporting requirements, provide support to sites in the state, including interacting with site Program Managers, Implementing Agencies and local research groups on needs and ensure that locally employed monitoring and evaluation staff, consultants and ECEWS partners understand and can support these requirements.
• Manage the state office’s reporting cycle to ensure high quality and complete datasets are sent to the country office on a periodic basis, or when required, work with local partners to develop their project monitoring and evaluation plans.
• Will support the correct implementation and use of routine data collection tools, conduct monthly routine monitoring visits to project sites and provide supportive supervision.

Minimum Recruitment Standard

• MB.BS / MD / PHD or similar Degree with 3 to 5 years relevant experience in project-level or state/national-level monitoring and evaluation system implementation for global health initiatives including familiarity with PEPFAR M&E reporting requirements.
• Or MPH or MS / MA in relevant Degree with 5 to 7 years relevant experience in project-level or state/national-level monitoring and evaluation system implementation for global health initiatives including familiarity with PEPFAR M&E reporting requirements.
• Or BS / BA in Statistics, Pharmacy, Microbiology, Monitoring and Evaluation or in relevant Degree with 7 to 9 years relevant experience in project-level or state/national-level monitoring and evaluation system implementation including familiarity with PEPFAR M&E reporting requirements.
• Proven experience in quantitative and qualitative research and in conducting survey and/or sampling.
• Strong knowledge in the use of spreadsheet and database packages (Excel), in statistical software such as SPSS and GIS tools (Arc View, Arc Info, etc.).
• Experience in the use of mobile technology (SMS, SMART, etc. and in the design or management of a Monitoring Database could be an asset.
• Proven networking, team building, organizational, and communication skills.
• Excellent report writing skills desirable.
• Fluency in written and spoken English. 

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 Job Description

• Under the supervision of the Technical Officer MEL/SI, S/he will assist in the design and implementation of monitoring and evaluation strategies for the state offices.
• Ensure data availability for planning and implementing Recency, Mortality and Case-based Surveillance in the state.
• Participate in generating, analyzing and visualization of Surveillance program performance report and dissemination to the team.
• Will work with others in the state office and implementing partners to assist in ensuring that state monitoring and evaluation activities are appropriate and meet the donor and project’s M&E needs.
• Will assist in providing leadership to the field level M&E program, provide overall guidance on program/project monitoring and evaluation and on US Government and Government of Nigeria reporting requirements, provide support to sites in the state, including interacting with site Program Managers, Implementing Agencies and local research groups on needs and ensure that locally employed monitoring and evaluation staff, consultants and ECEWS partners understand and can support these requirements.
• Assist the state office’s reporting cycle to ensure high quality and complete datasets are sent to the country office on a periodic basis, or when required, work with local partners to develop their project monitoring and evaluation plans.
• Will assist the correct implementation and use of routine data collection tools, conduct monthly routine monitoring visits to project sites and provide supportive supervision.

Minimum Recruitment Standard

• MB.BS / MD / PHD or similar Degree with 3 to 5 years relevant experience in project-level or state/national-level monitoring and evaluation system implementation for global health initiatives including familiarity with PEPFAR M&E reporting requirements.
• Or MPH or MS / MA in relevant Degree with 5 to 7 years relevant experience in project-level or state/national-level monitoring and evaluation system implementation for global health initiatives including familiarity with PEPFAR M&E reporting requirements.
• Or BS / BA in Statistics, Pharmacy, Microbiology, Monitoring and Evaluation or in relevant Degree with 7 to 9 years relevant experience in project-level or state/national-level monitoring and evaluation system implementation including familiarity with PEPFAR M&E reporting requirements.
• Proven experience in quantitative and qualitative research and in conducting survey and/or sampling.
• Strong knowledge in the use of spreadsheet and database packages (Excel), in statistical software such as SPSS and GIS tools (Arc View, Arc Info, etc.).
• Experience in the use of mobile technology (SMS, SMART, etc. and in the design or management of a Monitoring Database could be an asset.
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Fluency in written and spoken English.

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Job Description

• The incumbent will assist with supervising regular data collection across implementing entities and ensure quality of the data by random verifications and validations while preserving data in a safe and accessible way.
• Will assist with analyzing program information, discuss findings and provide feedback to stakeholders and program teams on project performance while ensuring quality.
• S/he will assist in providing technical support on SI and evidence-based recommendations to the relevant program team and stakeholders.
• S/he will assist with the implementation of SI field activities and ensure they adhere to the organizational and partner monitoring and evaluation system.
• Will assist with coordinating and engaging supported entities and state stakeholders to collect data against agreed indicators in line with GON and USG requirements.
• Will assist with the support and use of program Monitoring and Evaluation tools across all supported entities.

Minimum Recruitment Standard

• University Degree in Business, Social Sciences, Natural Sciences, Computer Science, Public Administration, or any related field.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a reporting position with Local or International NGOs; preferably in Care and treatment. Experience with NMRS, DHIS, DATIM and RADET reporting a plus.
• Knowledge of MS Word, Excel and Access required.
• Experience with data form design, collection, and data entry.
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team.
• Ability to analyze and interpret large amount of information.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent personal communication skills, in written and verbal English, with high impact influencing and persuasive skills and able to represent the organization to donors and partners.
• Good experience of using Ms. Word, Excel or applicable software related to position

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Job Summary

• Grant & Sub-Contracts will work with the Grant Manager to provide lead administration for the management of awards and sub awards to include contracts, grants and cooperative agreements.
• Will monitor workflows and help develop and implement systems to provide sound management control over ECEWS compliance with award terms and conditions and the organizational policies.
• Other duties as assigned by the Grant Manager.

Minimum Recruitment Standard

• B.Sc. in Business Administration, Accounting or related field and 7-9 years relevant experience.
• Or M.Sc./MBA with 5-7 years relevant experience in an NGO setting.
• Relevant software skills to include spreadsheet and data base software and Management Information Systems.
• Working knowledge of donor (USAID, CDC, DFID, Global Fund) contract and grant agencies are required.
• Ability to interpret funding regulations and develop implementing procedures is required.

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Job Description

• Under the supervision of Technical Officer – Laboratory Services, the incumbent will design, plan and implement the Laboratory Quality Management System (LQMS) across all Laboratory networks.
• Ensure that Laboratories are enrolled into the SLMTA program.
• S/he will oversee the implementation and monitoring of all Laboratory Quality Assurance programs, HIV Rapid Test Continuous Quality Improvement (RTCQI) and the Laboratory Process Review (LPR)
• Maintain the Central Document Master list in line with the Standards and ensure document control for all Laboratory related documents, records and tools.
• S/he will design systems for the continual monitoring of the impact of LQMS in the quality of patient care and reliability of the laboratory results.
• Coordinate the conduct of internal audits, investigation of non-conformities and monitoring of the implementation of appropriate corrective and preventive action.
• Document all non-compliances, gap assessments and conduct analysis of gaps and share findings with management and internal stakeholder.
• Communicate changes in guidelines, accreditation, inspection and laboratory professional bodies.
• Provide specialised training on the Quality Management System.
• Lead the development, implementation, management and maintain a Quality Management System (QMS) dashboard for all laboratory networks.
• Develop and implement a Corrective and Preventative Action (CAPA) system for the laboratory.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Minimum Recruitment Standard

• Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory sciences and registered as an Associate member of the Medical Laboratory Sciences Council of Nigeria.
• A valid certificate to practice as Medical Laboratory Scientist is mandatory.
• 3 years’ experience of running/implementing public health programs preferably in the NGO context.
• Certified SLMTAN preferred with significant experience in the design, implementation, and management of Laboratory Quality Management System (LQMS).
• Experience in conducting assessments and Laboratory audits.
• Excellent personal communication skills, in written and verbal English, with high impact influencing and persuasive skills and able to represent the organization externally.
• Good experience in using MS Word, Excel or applicable Office suit is required.

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Job Description

The OSS Doctor will provide general care to the KP clients. The key roles of the Doctor include:

• Working with program team to develop and/or review Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for the provision of ART services to Key Populations
• Provide ART services to Key Populations in line with current World Health Organization (WHO) recommendations and national guidelines both at the OSS and through mobile ART.
• Oversee clinical HIV treatment protocols in each clinical department to reflect the needs of the target population and ensure consistency of treatment services throughout the OSS.
• Ensure a seamless delivery of service for clients from intake through discharge at the OSS, Review and assess client treatment protocols and plans, including short- and long-term goals, review clinical records to evaluate the necessary level of client care.
• Effectively manage and supervise other clinicians, health service providers, volunteers, and case managers at the OSS as well as mobile ART teams
• Advise project team on national and state policies, procedures and licensing requirements and ensure compliance with all requirements and/or mandatory inspections.
• Supervise weekly/monthly clinical staff meetings, Integrate OSS, and mobile ART services with other project activities to enhance the achievement of project outcomes.
• Provide support to the Strategic Information (SI) unit to manage data collection for service delivery to Key Populations in project communities using nationally approved tools.
• Ensure timely submission of quality reports on monthly and quarterly basis or as required.
• Support data analysis, interpretation and use at the OSS. Use of data at facility level for decision making towards improving service delivery at the OSS.
• Liaise with ECEWS to use data for decision making on how to best tailor services according to the needs of the KPs.
• Support the development of budgets and work plans for clinical services in the OSS, Provide support for prompt retirement of cash expenditure and advances.
• Preparation of program reports
• Proactively seek out and report relevant opportunities, success stories, linkages or challenges that may promote clinical services for the project and carry out any assignment as assigned.

Minimum Recruitment Standard

• Advanced Medical Degree (MD preferred)
• Robust clinical experience in HIV/AIDS care and antiretroviral treatment (3years + preferable)
• Computer literacy in Microsoft applications and other software
• Excellent grasp of clinical issues and current literature in HIV/AIDS treatment
• Ability to work independently with strong problem-solving skills including the ability to foresee problems and initiate appropriate action.
• At least 3 years of clinical experience in management of infectious disease, and of management of clinical services.
• Experience working with the Key Populations
• Experience in developing country health care programs.
• Experience in training
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Fluency in written and spoken English.

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Job Description

• Will be responsible for the financial, Risk management aspects of Global Fund (GF program including the responsibility of enforcing compliance with budget, work plan and ECEWS financial guidelines and policies; participating in stocktaking activities and on-the-spot checks.
• Enforcing transparency of operations and reporting all exceptions to stakeholders and management; affirming or otherwise to the reliability of financial and operational reporting.
• tracking audit trail and providing feedback regarding the accuracy of the financial reports; monitoring internal controls and financial systems and ensuring reliability.

Minimum Recruitment Standard

• BS/BA degree in Accounting, Finance and Business Administration or its recognized equivalent
• CPA, ACA, ACCA, CIA, CIMA, CFE or any other relevant professional qualification is an added advantage.  
• 2-5 years relevant experience
• Up to 2-4 years’ experience in internal control functions
• Knowledge of IIA’s International Professional Practices Framework is an advantage.
• Knowledge of local and donor contractual requirements and regulations Knowledge of generally accepted accounting, budgeting and fiscal control theory and practices.
• Budget development skills with multi funding sources and general ledger skills.
• Relevant software skills to include automated accounting software and database spreadsheets and Management Information Systems.
• Ability to work with others and to develop and maintain compatibility among project staff, subcontractors, and recipients of assistance.
• Ability to report to supervisor on a regular basis.
• Time management skills, both in planning and organizing work to meet deadlines.
• Ability to effectively communicate financial and internal control issues to staff with little or no financial background.
• Attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to use software tools to present data clearly and concisely.
• Fluent English speaker with superior spoken and written communications; candidate must be comfortable speaking in front of large audiences.

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Job Description

• Under the supervision of the Pharmacy Specialist, TA (Pharmacy) will provide technical and
• programmatic support to strengthen pharmacy systems and build pharmacists’ capacity on
• Pharmacy Best Practices including inventory management and pharmaceutical care within the
• health facilities and community and in collaboration with other partners on the project.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Minimum Recruitment Standard

• University Degree in Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) or Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D)
• MSc/MPH in Public Health or related fields will be an added advantage.
• At least 1 year of relevant post NYSC experience in HIV/AIDS with an international pharmacy development programs
• Excellent command of written and spoken English
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

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Job Description

• Ensure HIV testing services are provided at community service delivery points within the health facility.
• Support risk stratification for HIV in designated community service delivery points
• Facilitate the transition of clients identified in the community to the facility.
• Provide index testing services to clients receiving care in the community.
• Ensure appropriate documentation of all services provided in the designated tools.
• Ensure infection prevention and control precautions are observed at all times.
• Facilitate the clinical assessment of all patients diagnosed with HIV and ensure same-day commencement on treatment for eligible patients.
• Facilitate diagnosis of advanced HIV disease and linkage to the appropriate treatment services
• Strengthen effective referrals and linkages between facility and community structures including community-based organizations and support groups to improve paediatric and adolescent programming, finding men and boys, adolescent girls and young women, as well as pregnant and breastfeeding women.
• Ensure appropriate documentation in service registers.
• Facilitate continuous follow-up of clients using the 90days adherence calendar.
• Improve client experience by minimizing client wait times, devolvement to available differentiated service models, and a friendly clinic environment, and multi-month dispensing.
• Ensure pre-appointment reminders are provided and services are available to all returning clients due for a refill at the appropriate time.
• Facilitate regimen optimization for all clients receiving care and treatment services.
• Facilitate the use of the relevant care and support tools for all clients on every contact.
• Ensure appropriate referrals for services following the use of care and support tools.
• Ensure appropriate documentation of client status in service registers and EMR.
• Ensure that all eligible clients have viral load samples collected at the appropriate time.
• Utilize viral load results to appropriately manage clients.
• Facilitate U=U messaging and support clients to attain undetectable viral load levels
• Ensure appropriate documentation of viral load services in appropriate tools.
• Lead the LGA Epidemic Response Team, to efficiently implement program strategies relating to HIV prevention, care and treatment, including resource optimization.
• Perform routine monitoring and data review meetings with team members and improve the overall usage of data for decision-making.
• Supervise routine daily data validation and entry into electronic medical records systems and participate in routine monthly and quarterly data validation exercises and data quality assurance exercises to achieve 100% concurrence across all relevant performance indicators.
• Maintain a good working relationship with relevant community structures to facilitate the implementation of HIV epidemic response activities.
• Support the provision of HIV prevention services in adherence to national guidelines and global standards.
• Support the provision of integrated HIV, TB, and other medical services at the community level.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Recruitment Standard

• MBBS with a minimum of 1-year post-national youth service experience in clinical care
• A sound understanding of HIV/AIDS, TB and TB/HIV technical areas.
• Knowledge of Nigerian clinical setting, including government and non-government setting
• Proven ability to supervise staff.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Willingness to extend working hours to meet deadlines and at short notice.
• Ability to function effectively in multi-disciplinary teams to produce excellent results under pressure.
• The ability to use key computing applications e g. MS Office Suite etc and knowledge of different databases (DHIS or LAMIS) is a plus.

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Job Description

• Provide technical leadership and support at the LGA level related to clinical management of HIV/TB in line with PEPFAR strategic direction, global approaches, and emerging environmental priorities.
• Oversee the implementation of integrated HIV, TB, NCD and other medical services at the LGA and facility level.
• Work with relevant staff to coordinate the implementation of facility-based programs in relation to clinical management of HIV/AIDS.
• Oversee capacity-building activities to transfer skills, knowledge, and technology to the Government of Nigeria stakeholders at the individual, facility, and LGA levels to lead the HIV response and create effective linkages between facility and community services.
• Support and strengthen the system of reporting on program progress against stated objectives and monitoring and evaluation frameworks.
• Coordinate daily situation room meetings and hold backstops and epidemic response teams accountable for their performance.
• Facilitate the clinical assessment of all patients diagnosed with HIV and ensure same-day commencement of treatment for eligible patients.
• Facilitate diagnosis of advanced HIV disease and linkage to the appropriate treatment services.
• Oversee the activities of the epidemic response teams in the LGA, including all categories of staff within the LGA.
• Be responsible for managing clients with complicated medical history and conditions.
• Lead the implementation of efficient strategies for epidemic control of HIV in the LGA, including prevention interventions, community-facility linkages, etc.
• Contribute to program strategy development at cluster and state level, with a focus on clinical service delivery.
• With guidance from the Cluster Lead, represent ECEWS in meetings, discussions, and relevant forums on issues related to HIV/TB prevention, treatment, and care.
• Support the Cluster Lead to provide technical leadership and engage with stakeholders and as approved, represent the organization at stakeholder events.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Recruitment Standard

• MB.BS/MD/PhD or similar degree with 1 to 3 years of progressive relevant experience in managing comprehensive TB and HIV programs in resource-constrained settings.
• Or MPH or MS/MA in relevant degree with 3 to 5 years of progressive relevant experience in managing comprehensive TB and HIV programs in resource-constrained settings.
• Possession of an additional postgraduate degree in a related field is an advantage.
• Experience in project development with proven experience in the planning and facilitation of training is required.
• Experience in large and complex donor-funded national health focused project is an added advantage.
• Familiarity with Nigerian public sector health systems and NGOs and CBOs is highly desirable.

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Job Description

• To ensure that all client cards are duly completed by the attending health workers.
• Ensure that all services delivered by the health facility are duly registered in the designated registers and that all registers are filled appropriately.
• To ensure that the monthly services statistics for the facilities are duly entered into the DHIS2 database and LAMIS platform.
• To ensure the accurate collection of data in the OSS and to work to improve the quality of data generated from the facility.
• Ensure that all data from the field is entered into the designated databases; Ensure that the data generated is used to support evidence-informed programming.
• To support the use of data to improve learning and programming.

Minimum Recruitment Standard

• Minimum of HND (Medical Records) or bachelor’s degree.
• 1 year’ experience Local or International NGOs; preferably in Care and treatment Experience with use, deployment and DHIS management will be an added advantage.
• Skills using MS Excel, MS Access, SPSS and/or SAS and Epi-Info highly desirable but not necessary as trainings will be provided.
• Strong data management and analysis skills
• Hands on experience in the use of computer (Word processing, Excel, and database programs).
• Knowledge of and experience in spreadsheet and database management work.
• Good communication skills including proficiency in both written and spoken English.

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Job Description

• Performing laboratory tests to produce reliable and precise data to support provision of the continuum of HIV treatment services.
• Preparing Dried Tube Specimen (DTS) panels for IQC and EQA (Proficiency testing) to support HTS on the project.
• Carrying out routine tasks accurately and following strict methodologies to carry out analyses.
• Preparing specimens and samples
• Maintaining and operating standard laboratory equipment
• Maintaining personal expertise in clinical laboratory practice and innovative technology and equipment
• Ensuring the laboratory is well-stocked with relevant consumables.
• Following and ensuring strict safety procedures and safety checks within and around the laboratory
• Working with the project team to develop and implement quality assurance systems to improve the quality of diagnostics and facilitate treatment and monitoring of HIV.
• Supporting the development of project work plans and budgets to incorporate the procurement of equipment and supplies for laboratory services.
• Supporting the use of emerging and appropriate technology for cost-effective service delivery
• Supporting the design and implementation of innovative strategies for delivering needs-based training and mentoring for clinic staff in relevant areas
• Supporting implementation and monitoring of biosafety and biosecurity in clinical service delivery, including the development of SOPs, guidelines, and job aids.
• Produce computerized records to interpret and archive laboratory results to be presented to clinic staff and project team for informed decision making.
• Provide support to the Strategic Information (SI) unit to support research (qualitative and quantitative) surveys on service delivery outcomes for HIV prevention, care, and treatment.
• Ensure timely submission of quality reports to ECEWS on a monthly and quarterly basis or as required.
• Carry out any assignment as may be decided by the Clinical Supervisor.

Minimum Recruitment Standard

• Degree in Medical Laboratory Science
• Valid Certificate to practice as Medical Laboratory Scientist with MLSCN is mandatory.
• 2 years’ experience in a practical setting
• Knowledge and experience in design, implementation, and management of laboratory services in HIV/AIDS, TB, Malaria, Reproductive health, and other related emerging chronic and contagious diseases will be an asset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft office and database applications
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Fluency in written and spoken English.

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Job Description

• Dispense Antiretroviral drugs (ARVs) and other medication in line with approved regimens and standards.
• Dispensing ARVs in appropriate packaging with clear instructions
• Providing medication-related counselling, including reinforcing adherence and advising on potential side effects and drug interactions
• Providing drug information to health service providers and clients on request
• Identifying and supporting follow-up of clients who do not return for refills of their ARVs.
• Working with providers and clients to identify, manage, and report adverse drug reactions and drug interactions.
• Contributing to decision making on treatment and care for individual clients
• Ensure Good Pharmaceutical Practice (GPP) and standards.
• Calculate drug storage needs for ART start-up and expansion.
• Monitor ARV and other drug (STIs, OIs, etc.) stock levels at the OSS and communicate with the project team for re-stocking.
• Contribute to forecasting /quantification of health commodities and monitoring of drug distributions.
• Oversee drug logistics i.e. stock-taking, proper drug storage, drug stock out and monitor the effectiveness of the pull system.
• Assess the functionality of existing pharmaceutical management systems and develop implementation plans that prioritize and address gaps.
• Oversee quality assurance systems at the OSS by close monitoring of prescription patterns, ensuring proper documentation, side effects monitoring (pharmacovigilance) and reducing dispensing errors.
• Identify needs for information resources—for example, ART guidelines and drug information for medication counselling.
• Implement monitoring and reporting of medication errors, suspected adverse reactions to medicines, and other medication-related events.
• Monitoring ART prescriptions for appropriateness and discrepancies
• Monitoring adherence to ARVs; working with clients and other health service providers to address difficulties.
• Address emerging problems as client numbers increase.
• Contribute to the development of data collection tools for KPs (HTS, ART and Prevention for Positives)
• Monitor and report weekly enrolment.
• Provide support to the Strategic Information (SI) unit to conduct research (qualitative and quantitative) surveys on service delivery outcomes for HIV prevention, care and treatment.
• Ensure timely submission of quality reports to ECEWS on monthly and quarterly basis or as required.
• Support the development of budgets and work plans, as appropriate, for clinical services in the OSS.
• Proactively seek out and report relevant opportunities, success stories, linkages or challenges that may promote clinical services for the project.
• Carry out any assignment as may be decided.

Minimum Recruitment Standard

• A minimum of bachelor’s degree in pharmacy or other relevant field with prior relevant field with  prior experience in supply chain management and HIV/AIDS monitoring and evaluation.
• At least 2 years’ experience in related programming in developing countries.
• Experience in Pharmacy Logistics and Supply Chain Management.
• Experience in HIV/AIDS monitoring.
• Proficiency in MS Access, SPSS, MS Excel, MS Word, MS Power Point and other Office packages.
• Proficiency in the use of email and internet.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.