Job Opportunities at Society for Family Health (SFH)

Location: Kaduna State (Kaduna North, Kaduna South, Chikun, Kajuru, Kachia, Zagon Kataf, Kaura, Jema’a, Sanga , Kagarko, Jaba, Ikara).          

Job Profile: The Adolescent Health LGA supervisor will be responsible for the coordinating, planning, and execution/provision of reproductive health, specifically Family Planning interventions to enhance the effectiveness of the project in health promotion activities that affect adolescents, including in nutrition, sexual and reproductive health, and MNCH at the LGA. She/he will ensure client safety & satisfaction, demand creation data reporting as well as key stakeholder engagement within the LGAs.

Job-role: The successful candidate will perform the following functions:

• Ensure effective and impactful training and continuous supportive supervision of CHW/Service providers using approved checklists, develop & follows up on action plans ensuring updates are tracked and reported.
• Ensure competency of CHW/service providers in areas of counselling, Provision of full range of short-term and long-acting reversible birth-spacing methods documented and properly conveyed in monthly reports.
• Support in demand creation working with the Mentors in the selection and training in the community targeting the married adolescent girls.
• Ensure last mile distribution of adequate supply of commodities as well as relevant procedural equipment including overall support and management of intervention facilities.
• Ensure availability of data reporting/collection and management procedures and guidelines/protocols are strictly followed of all Adolescent health services across intervention communities using nationally approved tool.
• Ensure the availability, maintain, and comply with clinical governance guidelines, manuals, IEC and job aids, with strong referral linkages of service utilization in place and reporting incidents as if relate to short-term and long-acting reversible birth-spacing methods as set by the government of Nigeria.
• Plan and implement LGA/community/ facility level supportive supervision, quality audit, ISS, coaching and mentoring of the field team identifying & addressing training needs/ gaps of volunteers, IPCAs, CBOs/CSOs, CHIPs.
• Ensure that a high level of communication is maintained with field team members including other ANRiN units of implementation.
• Conduct monthly/quarterly review meetings with the CHW/service provider and Mentors at the PHC  with the state team to provide DQA & QTA scores & general performance of the LGA.
• Ensure the development of budget and work plan for Adolescent Health Services from the LGA on a monthly and quarterly basis.
• Support the accountability process in compliance to SFH, State government and World Bank financial rules and regulations.
• Documents best practices and /lessons learned from ANRiN operations at the LGA.
• Plan & support the CHW/service providers to conduct monthly outreaches to the hard to reach.
• Ensure all assigned CHW/service providers are competent to provide full range of short-term and long-acting reversible birth-spacing methods.
• Must collate and maintain relevant data base at the LGA level of training register, competency data base, clinical incident, QTA scores to use same to develop the Training Needs Assessment.
• Establish partnership with implementing partners, CSOs and other stakeholders involved in Adolescent SRH programming, monitoring, to Forster support to LGA in bridging identified gaps.
• Coordinate advocacy and sensitization programmes targeted at relevant gatekeepers and community stakeholders to create an enabling environment for programme implementation among the target adolescent girls in the LGAs.
• Prepare and share monthly/quarterly/biannual report.

Qualifications/Experience:

• Minimum of 4 years cognate/ relevant experience.
• Working experience in ICT related function will be an advantage.
• Registered Nurse/Midwife, Senior Community Health Officer/CHO
• High competency in family Planning/SRH services, Adolescent Health & Nutrition services
• Experience in community mobilization and data management.
• Experience working with service providers and client level data.
• Experience in using DHIS2, MS Excel

Skills and Competencies required:

• Ability to participate and guide demand creation activities.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Ability to initiate and maintain positive working relationships.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.

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Location: Kaduna State (Kaduna North, Kaduna South, Chikun, Kajuru, Kachia, Zagon Kataf, Kaura, Jema’a, Sanga , Kagarko, Jaba, Ikara).                            

Job Profile:    

The ANRiN intervention will be implemented in 12 LGAs with focus on nutritional counselling and distribution of nutrition product to be conducted at community level. The project requires LGA Coordinators to manage intervention within a specific LGA to enhance quality of intervention and reduce security risk of state nutrition team who otherwise would be on the road frequently.

Job-role: 

The successful candidate will perform the following functions:

• Coordinate delivery of a combination of Basic Package of Nutrition Services (BPNS) counselling and Nutrition /Health product distribution at the community level.
• Reside within the confines of the local government and create a binding force and a clearing house for the IPCAs and the community structures to facilitate the distribution of the commodities.
• Work with relevant community structures to enhance stakeholders support for the project including identifying distributors of the commodities within the target communities.
• Lead the training and continuous capacity building of the distributors to ensure a successful project outcome.
• Provide logistic support and supervise IPCAs to achieve seamless distribution of commodities.
• Support harmonizes the commodity management activities and reconcile commodities and activities within the local government.
• Manage Grievance Response mechanism to resolve any bottlenecks that may arise during the commodity distribution.
• Ensure the development of budget and work plan for BPNS in the LGA on a monthly and quarterly basis.
• Support the accountability process in compliance to SFH, State government and World Bank financial rules and regulations.
• Documents best practices and /lessons learned from ANRiN operations at the LGA
• Facilitate monthly review meetings
• Articulate and submit regular report to the direct supervisor to meet the stipulated targets

Qualifications/Experience:

• BSc/HND in Nutrition, biological sciences, or other health related fields.
• 3 years of experience in managing nutrition or other health projects at state or local level.
• Experience working with health data using electronic system.
• Experience working with communities with ability to guide demand creation activities.

Skills and Competencies required:

• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills
• Ability to use MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.

Closing Date: January 05, 2024

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Job Profile:

The HI Consultant is expected to facilitate the implementation of the LAMISPlus databases especially providing support to the northwestern states of Kebbi, Sokoto, Zamfara and Kano. The summary of the role includes:

Front-end Technologies:

• HTML, CSS, JavaScript: Solid understanding of web development technologies for building user interfaces.           
• Front-end Frameworks: Familiarity with popular front-end frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Back-end Technologies:

Java Frameworks: Proficiency in back-end frameworks like SpringBoot.

Web Services:

• Knowledge of RESTful and GraphQL web services for communication between the front and back end.

Databases:

• Database Management: Experience with database systems like MySQL, PostgreSQL, or NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB). ORM (Object-Relational Mapping): Familiarity with ORM tools like Hibernate.

Version Control:

• Git: Proficiency in using Git for version control and collaboration.

Testing:

• Unit Testing: Experience with unit testing frameworks, such as JUnit or TestNG.
• Integration Testing: Ability to perform integration testing of full-stack applications.

Full-Stack Development:

• Proficiency in both front-end and back-end development, and the ability to work on the entire software stack.

Continuous Learning: 

• A commitment to staying up to date with the latest technologies and industry trends.

The Key Result Areas include:

• Oversee the work being done by other software engineers working on the team, coordinating team activities with other teams and product groups, maintaining software architecture standards.
• Consistently defines and applies technologies, standards and software engineering practices, mentoring other team members
• Develop key product features within existing large-scale enterprise applications & new strategic initiatives.
• Participate in architectural and database design discussions as they relate to product direction.
• Create design specifications, documentation, and unit testing plans as defined by the Agile development process.

Qualifications/Experience:

• Must possess a first degree in related fields.
• Minimum of 3 Year cogent web development experience preferably in the NGO setting

Skills and competencies: 

Technical:

• Excellent interpersonal, communication (oral and written), presentation skills.
• Attuned to and comfortable with the culture/traditions of the people.
• Proficient using intermediate-level office software applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, spread sheets and database. Will develop new and maintain existing modules in LAMISPLus.
• Proficiency in Java: A strong foundation in Java programming is essential, as it is a fundamental language for full-stack development.

Behavioral:

• Hard and SMART work
• Attention to detail.
• Industrious

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Job Profile:

The HI Consultant is expected to facilitate the implementation of the LAMISPlus databases especially providing support to the northwestern states of Kebbi, Sokoto, Zamfara and Kano. The summary of the role includes:

Front-end Technologies:

• HTML, CSS, JavaScript: Solid understanding of web development technologies for building user interfaces.           
• Front-end Frameworks: Familiarity with popular front-end frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Back-end Technologies:

Java Frameworks: Proficiency in back-end frameworks like SpringBoot.

Web Services:

• Knowledge of RESTful and GraphQL web services for communication between the front and back end.

Databases:

• Database Management: Experience with database systems like MySQL, PostgreSQL, or NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB). ORM (Object-Relational Mapping): Familiarity with ORM tools like Hibernate.

Version Control:

• Git: Proficiency in using Git for version control and collaboration.

Testing:

• Unit Testing: Experience with unit testing frameworks, such as JUnit or TestNG.
• Integration Testing: Ability to perform integration testing of full-stack applications.

Full-Stack Development:

• Proficiency in both front-end and back-end development, and the ability to work on the entire software stack.

Continuous Learning: 

• A commitment to staying up to date with the latest technologies and industry trends.

The Key Result Areas include:

• Oversee the work being done by other software engineers working on the team, coordinating team activities with other teams and product groups, maintaining software architecture standards.
• Consistently defines and applies technologies, standards and software engineering practices, mentoring other team members
• Develop key product features within existing large-scale enterprise applications & new strategic initiatives.
• Participate in architectural and database design discussions as they relate to product direction.
• Create design specifications, documentation, and unit testing plans as defined by the Agile development process.

Qualifications/Experience:

• Must possess a first degree in related fields.
• Minimum of 3 Year cogent web development experience preferably in the NGO setting

Skills and competencies: 

Technical:

• Excellent interpersonal, communication (oral and written), presentation skills.
• Attuned to and comfortable with the culture/traditions of the people.
• Proficient using intermediate-level office software applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, spread sheets and database. Will develop new and maintain existing modules in LAMISPLus.
• Proficiency in Java: A strong foundation in Java programming is essential, as it is a fundamental language for full-stack development.

Behavioral:

• Hard and SMART work
• Attention to detail.
• Industrious

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Job Profile:

The psychologist on GC7 will offer a wide range of mental health services tailored to meet individual needs. This includes thorough psychological assessments, precise diagnoses, and various forms of therapy for individuals, groups, and families. He/she will assist clients dealing with acute, chronic, or moderate mental health challenges, ensuring they receive the necessary support and guidance. Additionally, he/she will provide case management services, referrals, and ongoing follow-ups to ensure comprehensive care. He/she will also collaborate with external facilities and agencies, offering consultation services to support a holistic approach to mental health.

Key Responsibilities: 

The successful candidate will:

• Diagnose or evaluate mental and emotional disorders of individuals and administers programs of treatment; interviews patients in OSS and other settings and studies medical and social case histories.
• Observe patients in various situations; selects, administers, and interprets intelligence, personality, or other psychological tests to diagnose disorders and formulate plans of treatment, and provides consultation to other mental health professionals with regard to test results.
• Treat psychological disorders to effect improved adjustments utilizing various psychological techniques; selects appropriate treatment approach and plans frequency, intensity, and duration of individual, group, and family therapies.
• Assess patient progress and modifies treatment programs accordingly; communicates with and counsels family members as appropriate.
• Document therapy in accordance with policies and procedures regarding medical records; implements and adheres to policies which ensure patient confidentiality.
• Provide crisis intervention in situations requiring immediate psychological treatment.
• Participate in educational programs, in-service meetings, clinician meetings, and workshops to enhance professional development and maintain currency of methodology and techniques.
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Education:

• Bachelors’ degree in Psychology

Experience

• Must possess minimum of 3 years’ post-NYSC experience in psychology
• Basic Knowledge of HIV program

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Knowledge of and ability to apply relevant current special education methodologies and techniques.
• Knowledge of accreditation and certification requirements and standards.
• Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques.
• Ability to observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and progress.
• Ability to effectively communicate medical information, test results, diagnoses and/or proposed treatment in a manner easily understood by the client.
• Interviewing and psychological/developmental evaluation skills.
• Ability to evaluate the progress of therapeutic programs and to make individual modifications.
• Ability to use independent judgment and to manage and impart confidential information.
• Ability to assess mental status in clients and to develop individual treatment goals and plans.
• Knowledge of psychological test administration, scoring, and interpretation.
• Ability to maintain emotional stability to cope with human suffering, emergencies, and other stresses.
• Skill in preparing and maintaining patient records.
• Experience with and proven ability to work with Key and general populations

This advert will close on or before Monday, January 12, 2024

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Job Profile:

The psychologist on GC7 will offer a wide range of mental health services tailored to meet individual needs. This includes thorough psychological assessments, precise diagnoses, and various forms of therapy for individuals, groups, and families. He/she will assist clients dealing with acute, chronic, or moderate mental health challenges, ensuring they receive the necessary support and guidance. Additionally, he/she will provide case management services, referrals, and ongoing follow-ups to ensure comprehensive care. He/she will also collaborate with external facilities and agencies, offering consultation services to support a holistic approach to mental health.

Key Responsibilities: 

The successful candidate will:

• Diagnose or evaluate mental and emotional disorders of individuals and administers programs of treatment; interviews patients in OSS and other settings and studies medical and social case histories.
• Observe patients in various situations; selects, administers, and interprets intelligence, personality, or other psychological tests to diagnose disorders and formulate plans of treatment, and provides consultation to other mental health professionals with regard to test results.
• Treat psychological disorders to effect improved adjustments utilizing various psychological techniques; selects appropriate treatment approach and plans frequency, intensity, and duration of individual, group, and family therapies.
• Assess patient progress and modifies treatment programs accordingly; communicates with and counsels family members as appropriate.
• Document therapy in accordance with policies and procedures regarding medical records; implements and adheres to policies which ensure patient confidentiality.
• Provide crisis intervention in situations requiring immediate psychological treatment.
• Participate in educational programs, in-service meetings, clinician meetings, and workshops to enhance professional development and maintain currency of methodology and techniques.
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Education:

• Bachelors’ degree in Psychology

Experience

• Must possess minimum of 3 years’ post-NYSC experience in psychology
• Basic Knowledge of HIV program

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Knowledge of and ability to apply relevant current special education methodologies and techniques.
• Knowledge of accreditation and certification requirements and standards.
• Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques.
• Ability to observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and progress.
• Ability to effectively communicate medical information, test results, diagnoses and/or proposed treatment in a manner easily understood by the client.
• Interviewing and psychological/developmental evaluation skills.
• Ability to evaluate the progress of therapeutic programs and to make individual modifications.
• Ability to use independent judgment and to manage and impart confidential information.
• Ability to assess mental status in clients and to develop individual treatment goals and plans.
• Knowledge of psychological test administration, scoring, and interpretation.
• Ability to maintain emotional stability to cope with human suffering, emergencies, and other stresses.
• Skill in preparing and maintaining patient records.
• Experience with and proven ability to work with Key and general populations

This advert will close on or before Monday, January 12, 2024

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Job Profile:

The responsibilities of the clinical supervisor include provision of ART and PrEP services to KPs, clinical management of HIV associated comorbidities as well as coordination of monthly review of OSS clinical operations and achievement using data generated from preceding month.  The setup of this service will require the successful staff to manage services delivery at the OSS.

Key Responsibilities: 

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following functions:

Patient Care:

• Conduct thorough medical assessments and examinations of patients diagnosed with HIV/AIDS.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and medical history.
• Monitor patient progress and response to antiretroviral therapy (ART) and other treatments.
• Address complications and side effects related to HIV/AIDS and its medications.

Treatment Management:

• Prescribe appropriate antiretroviral medications and other therapies as required.
• Educate patients about treatment adherence, potential side effects, and lifestyle modifications.
• Ensure timely follow-up appointments and necessary laboratory investigations.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to coordinate comprehensive care.

Team Management and Capacity Building:

• Lead and manage a multidisciplinary team (both the OSS and cART), providing guidance, mentorship, and support to ensure effective performance of the OSS and cART team.
• Identify capacity gaps and facilitate training topics for team members to enhance their skills and knowledge.
• Conduct educational sessions for clients and partners regarding HIV/AIDS, prevention, care and treatment where needed.
• Stay updated with the latest research, guidelines, and advancements in HIV/AIDS treatment.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate and detailed medical records for all clients.
• Prepare reports on patient outcomes, treatment efficacy, and any challenges faced in care provision.
• Ensure compliance with GC7 and national reporting requirements.

Quality Improvement:

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance HIV care services.
• Identify areas for improvement in patient care, treatment protocols, and service delivery.

Qualifications/Experience:

• Medical degree from an accredited institution.
• At least 3 years post NYSC experience; 2 of which should be working in an OSS setting
• Experience in managing HIV/AIDS clients and familiarity with antiretroviral therapy.

Skills and competencies: 

• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Knowledge of public health principles and practices related to HIV/AIDS.
• Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and providing compassionate care.
• Good relationship management/ advocacy skills
• Ability to provide Health Education and Counselling to clients
• Implementing and overseeing quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care, adherence to treatment, and overall outcomes.
• Must possess good report writing, data analysis, interpretation, and presentation skills.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills
• Leadership/mentoring skills, supervisory and good interpersonal skills
• Conflict management skills
• Problem solving
• High level of integrity
• Good listener and easy to talk to
• Empathy

Special Consideration

Special consideration will be given to candidates who:

• have worked in a similar role
• have a good understanding of public health principles, including disease surveillance, prevention strategies, and community-based interventions to control the spread of HIV among Key and General populations.
• have worked effectively with a multidisciplinary team including nurses, adherence counsellors, case managers and other healthcare professionals, to provide comprehensive care to HIV patients.
• have the ability to analyse epidemiological data related to HIV/AIDS to understand trends, prevalence rates, and outcomes.

This advert will close on or before Monday, January 12, 2024

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Job Profile:

The responsibilities of the clinical supervisor include provision of ART and PrEP services to KPs, clinical management of HIV associated comorbidities as well as coordination of monthly review of OSS clinical operations and achievement using data generated from preceding month.  The setup of this service will require the successful staff to manage services delivery at the OSS.

Key Responsibilities: 

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following functions:

Patient Care:

• Conduct thorough medical assessments and examinations of patients diagnosed with HIV/AIDS.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and medical history.
• Monitor patient progress and response to antiretroviral therapy (ART) and other treatments.
• Address complications and side effects related to HIV/AIDS and its medications.

Treatment Management:

• Prescribe appropriate antiretroviral medications and other therapies as required.
• Educate patients about treatment adherence, potential side effects, and lifestyle modifications.
• Ensure timely follow-up appointments and necessary laboratory investigations.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to coordinate comprehensive care.

Team Management and Capacity Building:

• Lead and manage a multidisciplinary team (both the OSS and cART), providing guidance, mentorship, and support to ensure effective performance of the OSS and cART team.
• Identify capacity gaps and facilitate training topics for team members to enhance their skills and knowledge.
• Conduct educational sessions for clients and partners regarding HIV/AIDS, prevention, care and treatment where needed.
• Stay updated with the latest research, guidelines, and advancements in HIV/AIDS treatment.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate and detailed medical records for all clients.
• Prepare reports on patient outcomes, treatment efficacy, and any challenges faced in care provision.
• Ensure compliance with GC7 and national reporting requirements.

Quality Improvement:

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance HIV care services.
• Identify areas for improvement in patient care, treatment protocols, and service delivery.

Qualifications/Experience:

• Medical degree from an accredited institution.
• At least 3 years post NYSC experience; 2 of which should be working in an OSS setting
• Experience in managing HIV/AIDS clients and familiarity with antiretroviral therapy.

Skills and competencies: 

• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Knowledge of public health principles and practices related to HIV/AIDS.
• Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and providing compassionate care.
• Good relationship management/ advocacy skills
• Ability to provide Health Education and Counselling to clients
• Implementing and overseeing quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care, adherence to treatment, and overall outcomes.
• Must possess good report writing, data analysis, interpretation, and presentation skills.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills
• Leadership/mentoring skills, supervisory and good interpersonal skills
• Conflict management skills
• Problem solving
• High level of integrity
• Good listener and easy to talk to
• Empathy

Special Consideration

Special consideration will be given to candidates who:

• have worked in a similar role
• have a good understanding of public health principles, including disease surveillance, prevention strategies, and community-based interventions to control the spread of HIV among Key and General populations.
• have worked effectively with a multidisciplinary team including nurses, adherence counsellors, case managers and other healthcare professionals, to provide comprehensive care to HIV patients.
• have the ability to analyse epidemiological data related to HIV/AIDS to understand trends, prevalence rates, and outcomes.

This advert will close on or before Monday, January 12, 2024

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Job Profile:

The Medical Laboratory Scientist would be responsible for conducting all laboratory and Point-of-care tests and related services in the community in line with good clinical laboratory practice. The successful candidate must be willing to work in rural communities.

Key Responsibilities: 

The successful candidate will perform the following functions:

• Provision of timely and quality laboratory and HIV Testing Services under the GFHIV project to ensure comprehensive HIV prevention, care, and treatment among Key Populations.
• Maintain a robust Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and timely reporting of laboratory activities on SFH, state and national data repositories using appropriate reporting tools.
• Contribute to the development of lessons learned from projects related to laboratory component of HIV comprehensive services for Key populations.
• Interface with external stakeholders in the state on laboratory matters and support in building a resilient system for sustainable laboratory system strengthening.
• Provision of timely and quality laboratory and HIV Testing Services under GFHIV project to ensure comprehensive HIV prevention, care, and treatment among Key Populations.
• Maintain a robust Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and timely reporting of laboratory activities on SFH, state and national data repositories using appropriate reporting tools.
• Contribute to the development of lessons learned from projects related to laboratory component of HIV comprehensive services for Key populations.
• Interface with external stakeholders in the state on laboratory matters and support in building a resilient system for sustainable laboratory system strengthening.
• Timely processing of LIMS reports, and filling of requirements to ensure that health facilities are re-supplied with appropriate commodities.
• Tests new and improved laboratory methods and procedures.
• Keeps accurate monthly Laboratory Project Records Development of standard tools for evaluation & troubleshooting of laboratory Instrument new devices
• Support development & revision of Instrument maintenance policy, SOPs and guidelines
• Track all clients that are due for viral load test
• Collect, prepare and transport samples to PCR labs for viral load tests and retrieval of test results
• Perform other duties that may be assigned.

Qualifications/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science
• Minimum of 3 years’ post-NYSC relevant work experience.
• Experience in phlebotomy and sample analysis (e.g. blood, stool, sputum)
• Experience in the implementation and administration of the National Integrated Sample Referral Network (NISRN) policies, objectives, and goals.
• Experience in sample referral and result tracking.

Skills and competencies: 

• Specific expertise in HIV / AIDS, TB, or Malaria programs.
• Knowledge of Polymerase Chain Reaction equipment for viral load and Early Infants’ Diagnosis, and GeneXpert machine is desirable.
• Knowledge of all basic laboratory techniques and quality control systems
• Knowledgeable in laboratory information management system
• Knowledge of laboratory equipment and techniques on hematology, chemical pathology, serology, and microbiology as they relate to the HIV/AIDS and TB program
• Advanced knowledge and experience using MS Office packages, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
• Excellent skills in Good Clinical Laboratory Practice.
• Ability to cope with stress and to organize and prioritize workload.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and with diverse stakeholders.
• Understanding of project management principles and program development.
• Strong data analysis, report writing, interpretation, and presentation skills.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of integrity and adherence to professional ethics.
• Ability to prioritize, plan, and organize workflow within tight timeframes.
• Ability to multitask and work with minimal supervision.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow up on tasks to completion.

This advert will close on or before Monday, January 12, 2024

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Job Profile:

The Medical Laboratory Scientist would be responsible for conducting all laboratory and Point-of-care tests and related services in the community in line with good clinical laboratory practice. The successful candidate must be willing to work in rural communities.

Key Responsibilities: 

The successful candidate will perform the following functions:

• Provision of timely and quality laboratory and HIV Testing Services under the GFHIV project to ensure comprehensive HIV prevention, care, and treatment among Key Populations.
• Maintain a robust Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and timely reporting of laboratory activities on SFH, state and national data repositories using appropriate reporting tools.
• Contribute to the development of lessons learned from projects related to laboratory component of HIV comprehensive services for Key populations.
• Interface with external stakeholders in the state on laboratory matters and support in building a resilient system for sustainable laboratory system strengthening.
• Provision of timely and quality laboratory and HIV Testing Services under GFHIV project to ensure comprehensive HIV prevention, care, and treatment among Key Populations.
• Maintain a robust Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and timely reporting of laboratory activities on SFH, state and national data repositories using appropriate reporting tools.
• Contribute to the development of lessons learned from projects related to laboratory component of HIV comprehensive services for Key populations.
• Interface with external stakeholders in the state on laboratory matters and support in building a resilient system for sustainable laboratory system strengthening.
• Timely processing of LIMS reports, and filling of requirements to ensure that health facilities are re-supplied with appropriate commodities.
• Tests new and improved laboratory methods and procedures.
• Keeps accurate monthly Laboratory Project Records Development of standard tools for evaluation & troubleshooting of laboratory Instrument new devices
• Support development & revision of Instrument maintenance policy, SOPs and guidelines
• Track all clients that are due for viral load test
• Collect, prepare and transport samples to PCR labs for viral load tests and retrieval of test results
• Perform other duties that may be assigned.

Qualifications/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science
• Minimum of 3 years’ post-NYSC relevant work experience.
• Experience in phlebotomy and sample analysis (e.g. blood, stool, sputum)
• Experience in the implementation and administration of the National Integrated Sample Referral Network (NISRN) policies, objectives, and goals.
• Experience in sample referral and result tracking.

Skills and competencies: 

• Specific expertise in HIV / AIDS, TB, or Malaria programs.
• Knowledge of Polymerase Chain Reaction equipment for viral load and Early Infants’ Diagnosis, and GeneXpert machine is desirable.
• Knowledge of all basic laboratory techniques and quality control systems
• Knowledgeable in laboratory information management system
• Knowledge of laboratory equipment and techniques on hematology, chemical pathology, serology, and microbiology as they relate to the HIV/AIDS and TB program
• Advanced knowledge and experience using MS Office packages, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
• Excellent skills in Good Clinical Laboratory Practice.
• Ability to cope with stress and to organize and prioritize workload.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and with diverse stakeholders.
• Understanding of project management principles and program development.
• Strong data analysis, report writing, interpretation, and presentation skills.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of integrity and adherence to professional ethics.
• Ability to prioritize, plan, and organize workflow within tight timeframes.
• Ability to multitask and work with minimal supervision.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow up on tasks to completion.

This advert will close on or before Monday, January 12, 2024

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Job Profile:

The front desk officer is responsible for being the first contact for clients and stakeholders at the OSS, and assisting with other administrative functions.

Key Responsibilities: 

The successful candidate will:

• Coordinate the movement of clients from one service delivery to another within the OSS.
• Managing Front Office Operations: Maintaining a neat and organized front desk area.
• Managing visitor sign-in processes and security procedures.
• Providing Information to clients and other visitors to the OSS about the services.
• Assisting with general inquiries and providing directions.
• Record keeping of visitor logs, client appointments, updating and maintaining contact databases.
• Administrative Support: assisting with various administrative tasks such as photocopying, faxing, and filing. Supporting other departments with clerical tasks as required.
• Other administrative duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications/Experience:

• ND/NCE
• 1 year of relevant work experience.

Skills and Competencies Required:

Technical:

• Computer literacy
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Administrative
• Strong Interpersonal skills

Behavioural:

• Courteous and respectful
• Professional
• Patient
• Accepts feedback and takes correction
• Neat

This advert will close on or before Monday, January 12, 2024

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Job Profile:

The front desk officer is responsible for being the first contact for clients and stakeholders at the OSS, and assisting with other administrative functions.

Key Responsibilities: 

The successful candidate will:

• Coordinate the movement of clients from one service delivery to another within the OSS.
• Managing Front Office Operations: Maintaining a neat and organized front desk area.
• Managing visitor sign-in processes and security procedures.
• Providing Information to clients and other visitors to the OSS about the services.
• Assisting with general inquiries and providing directions.
• Record keeping of visitor logs, client appointments, updating and maintaining contact databases.
• Administrative Support: assisting with various administrative tasks such as photocopying, faxing, and filing. Supporting other departments with clerical tasks as required.
• Other administrative duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications/Experience:

• ND/NCE
• 1 year of relevant work experience.

Skills and Competencies Required:

Technical:

• Computer literacy
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Administrative
• Strong Interpersonal skills

Behavioural:

• Courteous and respectful
• Professional
• Patient
• Accepts feedback and takes correction
• Neat

This advert will close on or before Monday, January 12, 2024

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Job Profile:

The functionality and operation of the OSS are dependent on comprehensive laboratory services which would in turn require trained Medical Laboratory Scientists to manage and provide the necessary quality laboratory services. The Medical Laboratory Scientist would be responsible for conducting all laboratory tests and related services at the OSS in line with good clinical laboratory practice.

Key Responsibilities: 

The successful candidate will perform the following functions:

• Provision of timely and quality laboratory and HIV Testing Services under the GFHIV project to ensure comprehensive HIV prevention, care, and treatment among Key Populations.
• Maintain a robust Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and timely reporting of laboratory activities on SFH, state and national data repositories using appropriate reporting tools.
• Contribute to the development of lessons learned from projects related to laboratory component of HIV comprehensive services for Key populations.
• Interface with external stakeholders in the state on laboratory matters and support in building a resilient system for sustainable laboratory system strengthening.
• Provision of timely and quality laboratory and HIV Testing Services under GFHIV project to ensure comprehensive HIV prevention, care, and treatment among Key Populations.
• Maintain a robust Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and timely reporting of laboratory activities on SFH, state and national data repositories using appropriate reporting tools.
• Contribute to the development of lessons learned from projects related to laboratory component of HIV comprehensive services for Key populations.
• Interface with external stakeholders in the state on laboratory matters and support in building a resilient system for sustainable laboratory system strengthening.
• Timely processing of LIMS reports, and filling of requirements to ensure that health facilities are re-supplied with appropriate commodities.
• Tests new and improved laboratory methods and procedures.
• Keeps accurate monthly Laboratory Project Records Development of standard tools for evaluation & troubleshooting of laboratory Instrument new devices
• Support development & revision of Instrument maintenance policy, SOPs and guidelines
• Track all clients that are due for viral load test
• Collect, prepare and transport samples to PCR labs for viral load tests and retrieval of test results
• Perform other duties that may be assigned.

Qualifications/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science
• Minimum of 3 years’ post-NYSC relevant work experience.
• Experience in phlebotomy and sample analysis (e.g. blood, stool, sputum)
• Experience in the implementation and administration of the National Integrated Sample Referral Network (NISRN) policies, objectives, and goals.
• Experience in sample referral and result tracking.

Skills and competencies: 

• Specific expertise in HIV / AIDS, TB, or Malaria programs.
• Knowledge of Polymerase Chain Reaction equipment for viral load and Early Infants’ Diagnosis, and GeneXpert machine is desirable.
• Knowledge of all basic laboratory techniques and quality control systems
• Knowledgeable in laboratory information management system
• Knowledge of laboratory equipment and techniques on hematology, chemical pathology, serology, and microbiology as they relates to the HIV/AIDS and TB program
• Advanced knowledge and experience using MS Office packages, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
• Excellent skills in Good Clinical Laboratory Practice.
• Ability to cope with stress and to organize and prioritize workload.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and with diverse stakeholders.
• Understanding of project management principles and program development.
• Strong data analysis, report writing, interpretation, and presentation skills.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of integrity and adherence to professional ethics.
• Ability to prioritize, plan, and organize workflow within tight timeframes.
• Ability to multitask and work with minimal supervision.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow up on tasks to completion.

go to method of application »

Job Profile:

The functionality and operation of the OSS are dependent on comprehensive laboratory services which would in turn require trained Medical Laboratory Scientists to manage and provide the necessary quality laboratory services. The Medical Laboratory Scientist would be responsible for conducting all laboratory tests and related services at the OSS in line with good clinical laboratory practice.

Key Responsibilities: 

The successful candidate will perform the following functions:

• Provision of timely and quality laboratory and HIV Testing Services under the GFHIV project to ensure comprehensive HIV prevention, care, and treatment among Key Populations.
• Maintain a robust Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and timely reporting of laboratory activities on SFH, state and national data repositories using appropriate reporting tools.
• Contribute to the development of lessons learned from projects related to laboratory component of HIV comprehensive services for Key populations.
• Interface with external stakeholders in the state on laboratory matters and support in building a resilient system for sustainable laboratory system strengthening.
• Provision of timely and quality laboratory and HIV Testing Services under GFHIV project to ensure comprehensive HIV prevention, care, and treatment among Key Populations.
• Maintain a robust Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and timely reporting of laboratory activities on SFH, state and national data repositories using appropriate reporting tools.
• Contribute to the development of lessons learned from projects related to laboratory component of HIV comprehensive services for Key populations.
• Interface with external stakeholders in the state on laboratory matters and support in building a resilient system for sustainable laboratory system strengthening.
• Timely processing of LIMS reports, and filling of requirements to ensure that health facilities are re-supplied with appropriate commodities.
• Tests new and improved laboratory methods and procedures.
• Keeps accurate monthly Laboratory Project Records Development of standard tools for evaluation & troubleshooting of laboratory Instrument new devices
• Support development & revision of Instrument maintenance policy, SOPs and guidelines
• Track all clients that are due for viral load test
• Collect, prepare and transport samples to PCR labs for viral load tests and retrieval of test results
• Perform other duties that may be assigned.

Qualifications/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science
• Minimum of 3 years’ post-NYSC relevant work experience.
• Experience in phlebotomy and sample analysis (e.g. blood, stool, sputum)
• Experience in the implementation and administration of the National Integrated Sample Referral Network (NISRN) policies, objectives, and goals.
• Experience in sample referral and result tracking.

Skills and competencies: 

• Specific expertise in HIV / AIDS, TB, or Malaria programs.
• Knowledge of Polymerase Chain Reaction equipment for viral load and Early Infants’ Diagnosis, and GeneXpert machine is desirable.
• Knowledge of all basic laboratory techniques and quality control systems
• Knowledgeable in laboratory information management system
• Knowledge of laboratory equipment and techniques on hematology, chemical pathology, serology, and microbiology as they relates to the HIV/AIDS and TB program
• Advanced knowledge and experience using MS Office packages, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
• Excellent skills in Good Clinical Laboratory Practice.
• Ability to cope with stress and to organize and prioritize workload.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and with diverse stakeholders.
• Understanding of project management principles and program development.
• Strong data analysis, report writing, interpretation, and presentation skills.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of integrity and adherence to professional ethics.
• Ability to prioritize, plan, and organize workflow within tight timeframes.
• Ability to multitask and work with minimal supervision.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow up on tasks to completion.