Latest Jobs at Achieving Health Nigeria Initiative (AHNi)

Responsibilities

• The incumbent will provide technical support to implement high quality care, treatment, and support activities with primary focus on pediatrics HIV care and PMTCT including provision of Anti-retroviral therapy (ART)
• Coordinate the design and implementation of components related to clinical management of and home-based care for HIV/AIDS, including the use of anti-retroviral treatment in state and field-level projects and programs.
• The STO will work with the Senior Technical Advisor to provide strategic direction and technical leadership on pediatric HIV care and PMTCT
• Provide technical assistance in pediatric ART, PMTCT, OVC services, QA/QI capacity building to field programs, lead the operationalization and scale-up of the AP3 strategy to improve PMTCT, pediatric ART coverage, retention, viral suppression rate and overall treatment outcome.
• Also, he/she will lead the processes for increased access and uptake of PMTCT services while optimizing the entire PMTCT cascade, provide mentoring, monitoring and supervision to the appropriate technical staff to ensure quality ART services and facilitate linkages to OVC services, develop guidelines, tools and recommendations related to the implementation, evaluation of clinical management of pediatric HIV/AIDS, PMTCT, RH/FP and OVC services and provide technical assistance in non-ART clinical care including the management of opportunistic infections (OI), childhood illnesses and Palliative care capacity building to field programs.

Minimum Recruitment Standards

• MB.BS/MD/PHD or similar degree with 5 to 7 years relevant experience with at least 5 years progressive experience working in the health or development field in Nigeria
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in care and treatment for HIV/AIDS especially with ARV program
• Possession of an MPH or post graduate degree in a related field is required
• Proven experience in project development, planning and facilitating technical training
• Familiarity with Nigerian public sector health system and NGOs and CBOs is highly desirable.

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Responsibilities

• The incumbent will provide technical assistance on robust M&E systems to ensure reporting of quality data that accurately reflect project performance.
• S/he will be responsible for supporting coordinating data collection, collation, data quality assurance, data entry reporting and data analytics.
• S/he will work with the country office, state-level M&E staff and government counterparts to provide support and guidance on program/project monitoring and evaluation activities, support the development of quality management system, including supporting appropriate data analysis and reporting, produce high quality analysis products on a regular basis for the monitoring and evaluation of Project and ensure that the quality of program/project monitoring and evaluation in the sites is of international standard by supporting the development and implementation of appropriate mechanisms and tools to ensure quality.
• The STO-M&E will also monitor and support the state M&E teams, assisting them in the performance of all their local M&E activities, provide relevant technical guidance and assistance to state M&E Officers, other departments within the country office, to partner organizations and GON M&E counterparts.
• S/he will build capacity of national and local partners including sub recipients in the use of project monitoring and evaluation data to modify existing programs and design new ones.
• Develop, review and ensure the correct implementation of the national M&E plan, ensuring that M&E strategies are implemented according to plan and contribute to the design and technical development of monitoring and evaluation initiatives at national and state level.

Minimum Recruitment Standards

• MBBS/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.
• 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.
• 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 for Global Health Initiatives.
• Previous experience with HIV programming (including Key Population programming).
• Familiarity with Nigerian public sector health systems and NGOs and CBOs is highly desirable.

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Responsibilities
Basic Function:

• The incumbent will be responsible for technical leadership of the program, ensuring the implementation of high-quality, evidence-based interventions, and management a team of staff and sub-partners to ensure quality, timeliness, and efficiency of all activities and products generated under the project.  
• The Project Director will also lead and oversee program monitoring, evaluation, and learning, and project implementation.
• The Project Director will also provide technical expertise on Group Antenatal Care.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee the quality of all technical activities, providing direction, feedback and support to ensure success and achieve project goals.
• Ensure program adherence to internationally accepted technical norms and standards of practice.
• Provide input into and assure that all donor reporting requirements on program impact are met, including assisting implementing partners in setting up reporting and tracking systems to provide such information in an efficient and timely manner.
• Facilitate continuous quality assessment and improvement and ensure that program best practices are documented and disseminated throughout the program cycle.
• Ensure effective coordination, communication and standards of practice among the project partners;
• Ensure high quality program delivery and the cost-effective use of AHNi and Donor resources.
• Ensure staff and partners receive required management support and technical assistance on program design, budget/work plan development, and M&E planning.
• Provide regular written/oral program progress updates, as requested.

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements

• A Master’s Degree or higher in Public Health, Epidemiology or a related field is required
• At least eight years’ experience working as a senior level manager in a public health program in a developing country.
• In-depth technical knowledge and experience in all components of the Maternal Neonatal Programming as well as cross-cutting areas like HSS etc.
• Progressive experience with HIV prevention, treatment and/or care and support programming including design, implementation, monitoring and reporting of activities of similar size and complexity in Nigeria or a similar setting.
• Demonstrated supervisory skills and ability to work well in a team.
• Demonstrated experience implementing and managing program in resource constrained countries.
• Demonstrated experience producing quality English-language communications products, such as progress reports, case studies, and research protocols.
• Experience interacting with developing country government, international organization, other bilateral donor and civil society representatives, and senior level government officials.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and sustain professional relationships with civil society organizations and host country government counterparts.
• Familiarity with Nigerian public sector health systems, international donor organizations, NGOs and CBOs is required.
• Demonstrated success in multicultural environments is required.

Knowledge, Skills & Attributes:
Leadership:

• Ability to sustain interpersonal and professional relationships with internal colleagues and contacts in donor and peer organizations
• Deep understanding of AHNi’s strategy and how efforts contribute to the greater good
• Consistently works within internal process and procedures
• Strong interpersonal and team building skills
• Proactive engagement in corporate initiatives.

Project Management:

• Strong planning and time management skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to effectively present complex ideas to diverse audiences
• Ability to problem-solve difficult issues
• Ability to multitask with ease, adapting to frequently changing priorities
• Strong negotiating and conflict resolution skills
• Proficiency in developing and managing a budget.

Technical Skills:

• Strong experience in Maternal Neonatal Health Program.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of donor policies and regulations.

People Management:

• Demonstrated proficiency in supervising staff, including providing honest feedback
• Ability to mentor others.

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Responsibilities

• The incumbent will provide support to the state office and IAs focusing on work plans, sub agreement management, periodic fund requests, review of MFRs/SFRs, and reporting
• Assist in developing and overseeing execution of systems for initiation, implementation, monitoring, and amendment of all sub agreements
• Assist in ensuring that AHNi delivers on all its promises to donors and other stakeholders (achieve set targets, deliver quality services)
• Assist in monitoring and enforcing compliance with donor and AHNi policies by the state office and IAs.
• S/He will give support in ensuring appropriate monitoring of sub-grants to achieve financial, administrative, and programmatic goals
• Assist in guiding and supporting the state office and IAs in establishing sound management systems to ensure cohesive implementation of project activities.
• S/He will also contribute to the development and maintenance of systems that effectively respond to AHNi/Donor requirements regarding implementation procedures, reporting and evaluation.

Minimum Recruitment Standards

• BS / BA in Degree in Public Health, Business Administration, Health Sciences, Behavioral Sciences or its recognized equivalent with 4 - 6 years relevant work experience with international development programs.
• Or MS / MA Degree in Public Health, Business Administration, Health Sciences, Behavioral Sciences or its recognized equivalent with 3 - 5 years relevant experience with international development programs.
• Demonstrated success in multicultural environments is required.

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Responsibilities

• The incumbent will provide a variety of transportation support to the project.
• He will convey project Staff and Consultants to designated approved locations,
• Ensure adequate safety, cleanliness, security and maintenance of the project vehicle assigned
• Ensure proper day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle through timely minor repairs, arrangements for major repairs, timely changes of oil, check of tires, brakes, car washing, etc.
• Ensure availability of all the required documents/supplies including vehicle insurance, vehicle logs, office directory, and necessary spare parts.
• Plan route and requirements by studying schedule or ad-hoc request by the office.
• Ensure passengers adhere to all road safety regulations.

Minimum Recruitment Standards

• Secondary school leaving certificates, apprentice certificate or any other equivalent certificates with 5 - 6 years’ experience
• Must have a Trade Test Certificate and a valid Driving License
• Must have expert knowledge of driving rules and regulations
• Experience as a Driver mechanic will be an added advantage
• Experience with large complex organizations preferred.

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Responsibilities

• Will be responsible for accounting at the State level and ensure compliance with the contractual financial requirements of the organization.
• S/He will assist in ensuring the accurate keeping of all books of account for the project, including checking account, equipment and supply registers and all accounting records, work with the State Program Manager to lead the preparation of monthly and annual financial reports, including financial status of subprojects account activities with accompanying bank documentation and receipts.
• Also, s/he will assist the State Lead & Admin. Officers in monitoring subproject budgets in accordance with approved work plan activities.
• Monitor periodic expenditures of projects by analyzing financial data and producing periodic and ad hoc reports, prepare fiscal year budgets and enter them into AHNI’s accounting software program.
• Create, update, and maintain financial spreadsheets.
• Develop budgets, including staff time allocations.
• Work with team leads to resolve problems associated with monthly expenditures and life-of projects budgets.

Minimum Recruitment Standards

• BS / BA Degree in Accounting, Finance and Business Administration or its recognized equivalent, and 3 - 5 years relevant experience.
• Familiarity with donor-funded programs and non-governmental organizations in Nigeria is an advantage. CPA, ACA, ICAN or recognized equivalent is an advantage.
• Demonstrated success in multicultural environments is an advantage.
• Sound accounting skills.
• Experience with large complex organization is required, familiarity with NGOs preferred.

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Requirements

• Candidates should possess a University Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business administration.
• Three (3) years working experience in related fields.
• Sound accounting administrative and secretarial skills.
• Experience with large complex organization is required, familiarity with international NGOs preferred.

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Department: SPEED
Job Category: Fixed Term

Responsibilities

• The incumbent will engage directly with GoN staff and the field teams to drive implementation of prevention, care, and treatment activities within the confines of Enhanced Site Management at the facility and community level with focus on optimizing pediatric HIV care and PMTCT services.
• The successful candidate will provide technical assistance visits to all supported facilities across the State providing mentorship/supervision to concerned health workers on pediatric ART and PMTCT/RH activities, thereby building their capacity for quality care delivery in the above-mentioned thematic areas.
• Provide technical and programmatic support to implement high-quality pediatric ART and PMTCT services in line with the national treatment guidelines and international best practices, and work towards achieving program targets for supported facilities
• Conduct site mentorship of Clinical Associates on PMTCT, pediatric ART, TB/HIV in comprehensive sites where their services are rendered and participate in programmatic designs of activities / projects related to clinical management of pediatric HIV/AIDS, PMTCT, RH/FP, TB-HIV, and integrated medical services with full participation in work plan development and generation of memos and budgets for these activities.

Minimum Recruitment Standards

• MB.BS/MD/PHD or similar degree with 5 to 7 years relevant experience with at least 5 years progressive experience working in the health or development field in Nigeria.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in care and treatment for HIV/AIDS especially with ARV program.
• Possession of an MPH or post graduate degree in a related field is required.
• Proven experience in project development, planning and facilitating technical training.
• Familiarity with Nigerian public sector health system and NGOs and CBOs is highly desirable.

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Department: SPEED
Job Category: Fixed Term

Responsibilities

• The incumbent will provide technical and programmatic support to implement high quality facility-level pediatric ART, PMTCT, RH/FP, OVC support and other services at the state level.
• In addition, will work with others in the state office, local implementing partners and facility staff to ensure all services provided are appropriately documented using the national tools/organizational reporting platforms.
• Provide technical assistance to health facilities to ensure the provision of an integrated and holistic pediatric ART and PMTCT services, provide support for quality pediatric HIV care including diagnosis and management of opportunistic infections, ARV regimen optimization and monitoring for improved viral suppression, adverse drug reactions and drug resistance, coordinate facility and community-level interventions to ensure mother-baby-pair tracking, adherence support and retention of children on ART.
• The Technical Officer will work with the OVC partners in the state to ensure bi-directional linkages of children living with HIV/AIDS, provide technical and programmatic support to implement high quality care and support activities in PMTCT/EID sites in collaboration with appropriate GoN stakeholders, ensuring timely and adequate documentation.
• He/she will also contribute to the development of lessons learned from programs and projects related to clinical management of pediatric HIV/AIDS, PMTCT, RH/FP and integrated medical services and apply these lessons to improve the design of new and existing programs.

Minimum Recruitment Standards

• MB.BS/MD/PHD or similar degree with 3 to 5 years relevant experience in clinical care with a sound understanding of HIV/AIDS with provision of PMTCT, TB and anti-retroviral therapy (ART) in resource constrained settings.
• BSc. Nursing, Public health, Pharmacy, or other closely related field with 3-5 years relevant experience.
• BS/BA in Statistics, Microbiology, or other relevant degree with 5 – 7 years relevant experience.
• Familiarity with Nigerian public sector health systems and NGOs and CBOs is highly desirable.

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Department: SPEED
Job Category: Fixed Term

Responsibilities

• The incumbent will provide technical support to implement high quality care, treatment, and support activities with primary focus on pediatrics HIV care and PMTCT including provision of Anti-retroviral therapy (ART)
• Coordinate the design and implementation of components related to clinical management of and home-based care for HIV/AIDS, including the use of anti-retroviral treatment in state and field-level projects and programs.
• The STO will work with the Senior Technical Advisor to provide strategic direction and technical leadership on pediatric HIV care and PMTCT
• Provide technical assistance in pediatric ART, PMTCT, OVC services, QA/QI capacity building to field programs, lead the operationalization and scale-up of the AP3 strategy to improve PMTCT, pediatric ART coverage, retention, viral suppression rate and overall treatment outcome.
• Also, he/she will lead the processes for increased access and uptake of PMTCT services while optimizing the entire PMTCT cascade, provide mentoring, monitoring and supervision to the appropriate technical staff to ensure quality ART services and facilitate linkages to OVC services, develop guidelines, tools and recommendations related to the implementation, evaluation of clinical management of pediatric HIV/AIDS, PMTCT, RH/FP and OVC services and provide technical assistance in non-ART clinical care including the management of opportunistic infections (OI), childhood illnesses and Palliative care capacity building to field programs.

Minimum Recruitment Standards

• MB.BS/MD/PHD or similar degree with 5 to 7 years relevant experience with at least 5 years progressive experience working in the health or development field in Nigeria
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in care and treatment for HIV/AIDS especially with ARV program
• Possession of an MPH or post graduate degree in a related field is required
• Proven experience in project development, planning and facilitating technical training
• Familiarity with Nigerian public sector health system and NGOs and CBOs is highly desirable.