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Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure clients sign informed consent before administering the questionnaire.
• Describe the purpose and general procedures of the interview.
• Administer IMPACT study questionnaire using computer tablets.
• Administer IMPACT post-procedure satisfaction questionnaire.
• Translate the questionnaires to Hausa for those who do not speak English
• Attend to client questions as needed.
• Escort the client for clinical evaluation.
• Participate in local and HQ team meetings.
• Submit weekly report to site manager.

Education / Experience

• BS Degree in a health-related field/discipline is preferable
• Two or more years working with networks of hard-to-reach populations
• Previous experience maintaining confidentiality and assisting with situations that may require discretion.
• Prior experience working with HIV/AIDS
• Prior experience with qualitative research and focus groups is an advantage

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent leadership and self-sufficiency.
• Communication skills in English and Hausa.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Demonstrate organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent computer skills with MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Safeguarding (PSEAH):

• As an organization, IHVN takes the issue of Protection against Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH) seriously, because safeguarding the people we interface with in all our programmatic work is of the utmost importance to us. 
• IHVN only recruits’ representatives who are suited and abides to the strict responsibility of SEAH.
• By applying to this role, you are agreeing to IHVN carrying out a background check on you with respect to SEAH records and you also confirm that not before or after being hired will you breach the IHVN policy on SEAH.

Equal employment opportunity statement:

• IHVN is an equal employment employer. We do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on religion, gender, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, genetic information, or any other status or characteristic protected under applicable laws.

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Position Overview

• The Senior Program Officer-HPM will work closely with the Program Manager-Pharmacy to ensure the effective coordination and implementation of all Pharmacy and Supply Chain activities in the GF-GC7 grant.
• S/He will collaborate closely with the National PSM stakeholders to ensure the implementation of all pharmacy and supply chain strategies in the supported states and provide technical guidance for program implementation according to the national guidelines and policies.

Description and Objectives

• Under the supervision of the program manager, the Senior Program Officer-HPM (Central) will support the implementation of all pharmacy and supply chain activities under the grant.

Responsibilities

• Supports the Program Manager-Pharmacy in overseeing procurement, warehousing, distribution, logistics, and supply management activities of the GF-GC7 grant.
• Works with the SRs to ensure the availability of Anti-retroviral and anti-TB medicines and medicines used to treat Opportunistic Infections, STIs, and Harm reduction at the supported facilities.
• Supports the SRs to ensure timely submission of LMIS reports across the supported facilities.
• Ensures rational use of all medicines according to the National HIV treatment guidelines.
• Provides technical assistance to SRs to implement Pharmacovigilance and Pharmaceutical care activities according to the grant.
• Works closely with the National and State PSM stakeholders to identify technical assistance required to achieve the expected outcomes for the GF GC7 grant.
• Represents IHVN at relevant stakeholder engagement through meetings and conferences.
• Prepares weekly and monthly project updates, reports and monthly activity plans.

Education and Experience
Academic training:

• Must possess a Degree in a B. Pharm / Pharm D
• A Postgraduate qualification/master’s level training in Public Health will be an advantage.
• Must be registered with the Pharmacist Council of Nigeria and have evidence of current practicing license.
• S/He must have at least 3-5 years’ experience in supply chain management of HIV/AIDS medicines and commodities.
• Must be familiar with the NHLMIS platform and monitoring and interpreting supply chain indicators.
• Knowledgeable on Pharmacovigilance and the available reporting channels.
• Experience in the provision of LMIS and Pharmaceutical care training.
• Must have at least three years’ experience with program planning, assessment, and implementation of HIV programs.
• Previous experience in HIV-related operational research is an advantage.
• Good knowledge of current trends and normative guidance (national and international) in HIV clinical care and service delivery.
• Willingness to travel to the States within Nigeria.

Core Requirements:

• Demonstrated coaching and mentoring ability.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with people of different backgrounds.
• Good communication (oral and written) and facilitation skills.
• Proficiency in the use of MS Office – (Word, Spreadsheet, and PowerPoint), other applicable software, and video conferencing are required.
• Ability to evaluate and interpret data and prepare quality program reports.

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Description and objectives

• Under the supervision of the Project Director and Technical Lead, he/she will ensure the implementation of high-quality Gender Based Violence and Gender diversity programs according to the National Gender Policy as well as work to ensure that programs align with PEPFAR Gender priority.
• She/He will provide technical expertise in implementing high-impact interventions to ensure quality service delivery across all program areas.
• She/He will lead the day-to-day implementation of all GBV programs in the assigned health facility and guide program implementation according to the National GBV Guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support in the implementation of GBV program activities about HIV prevention, care & treatment including vulnerable populations in the states.
• Support, design, and implement a Gender-Based Violence Program according to the PEPFAR Gender Strategy to achieve targets for all supported facilities in the state.
• Ensure that the quality of GBV services across the states meets the basic minimum standards and that at least the minimum basic package of GBV prevention and care are implemented in the facilities.
• Working with health facility staff focal persons and colleagues to effectively address program challenges.
• Interphase with GON, USG, CBOs, and other relevant stakeholders on GBV at the state level to support program coordination and enhance sustainability
• Closely monitor the activities of the GBV CBOs in the state and provide mentorship to the Community-Based Organizations in the implementation of GBV program
• Submit Monthly/Quarterly and annual reports to the supervisor, State Technical Leads, Program Area leads, and Director Prevention Care and Treatment Department for an effective program implementation.
• Develop a GBV work plan for the state and implement the program across the supported facilities
• Coordinate biweekly meetings with GBV focal persons in supported states.
• Provide capacity building for the facility GBV focal persons
• Ensure that the integration of GBV into other treatment areas is maintained.
• Represent IHVN in state meetings and work as liaison between GoN in the state and IHVN
• Provide mentoring to all state staff on Gender-Based Violence/sexual diversity programming.
• Serve as Liaison between central and state offices on issues of Gender-Based Violence.
• Perform other roles or assignments as directed by supervisors, program area leads, and the Director of the Prevention Care and Treatment Department.
• Ensure that GBV data are correctly reported on all the approved reporting platforms
• Ensure that all the required program area deliverables are met in the state within the allotted timelines and track all program data and report as necessary.
• Facilitate in tracking implementation and reporting of program achievement of all GBV Key performance indicators and unit deliverables.
• Facilitating the use of the GBV Quality Assurance Tool to conduct assessments for facilities and design GBV quality improvement projects, report writing and collation, and data analysis.
• Carrying out any other duties/ assignments as directed by supervisors, program area leads, and the Director of the Prevention Care and Treatment Department.

Experience, Skills, and Competencies

• At least 2-5 years’ experience working with Gender Based violence and HIV and AIDS care.
• Must have working experience in PEFAR Priorities for Gender Program and Gender Diversity
• Possess the capacity to build interagency cooperation for efficient service delivery.
• Must have at least two years’ experience with program planning, assessment, and implementation of GBV programs.
• Must have working knowledge and experience in conducting GBV LIVES training.
• Previous experience in HIV-related operational research is an advantage.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience in coordinating multi-disciplinary HIV clinical teams for effective service delivery.
• Ability to communicate effectively and fluently in the English language (oral and written) and good inter and intrapersonal communication and facilitation skills.
•  Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office packages, presentation skills, and video conferencing are required.
• Proficiency in program narrative and proposal writing, data evaluation, and excellent report writing.
• Staff must be knowledgeable in the use of WHO gender Quality assessment tools.
• Ready to work with other program staff as needed to achieve program and organizational goals.
• Ability to work under pressure to meet organizational targets/goals.
• Excellent persuasive skills, and good stakeholders’ management track record. Fundamental skills in project planning, implementation, and monitoring.
• Must be proactive and deliver quality work on time.