Job Description
This is a full-time position and the holder is expected to oversee and guide implementation of
AHF prevention program in line with AHF’s global strategic direction.
The core components will include HIV Testing Services (HTS), Condom education and distribution, Linkage of HIV positive clients into HIV treatment, strengthening primary prevention initiatives among People Living with HIV/AIDS with special emphasis on Young Women and Adolescent Girl.
Key Roles
Provide programmatic leadership to the HIV prevention program and supervision of staff
Program planning and development of country strategy aimed at delivering HIV prevention services to high risk and underserved populations guided by AHF global strategy
Demand creation and marketing geared at improving uptake of HIV prevention services
Management of partnerships with CEO partners and other implementing partners/stakeholders
Strengthen primary prevention efforts for PLWHA especially Young Women and Adolescent Girls
Support supervision and quality management of HIV Testing and other prevention services
Ensure linkage of clients diagnosed HIV positives into treatment
Ensure appropriate mechanisms for condom education and distribution are in place
Training and capacity building for HIV prevention staff and CEO partners
Mobilization and management of HIV prevention logistics as per AHF procedures.
Performance monitoring and reporting to the Federal Government of Nigeria and AHF
Ensure funds disbursed to staff and partners are accounted for in accordance with AHF policy
Liaison with Federal Ministry of Health on technical aspects relating to HIV prevention
Qualifications
Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Medicine, Public Health, Social Sciences and any other relevant qualification from a reputable institution.
Post graduate qualification in Public Health.
Experience:
A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar position preferably with an international NGO managing HIV Testing Services, PMTCT, working with Key populations/vulnerable groups. Demonstrable experience in project/program management is an asset.
Skill Sets:
Leadership, program management, written/oral communication, ability to read and interpret scientific journals, computer literacy, sensitivity and confidentiality to issues around HIV/AIDS, data analysis, team player, working under minimum supervision and a willingness to travel.
Applicants should forward their Applications (Cover Letter and CV only) to: globalhr.africa@aidshealth.org mentioning the position applied for in the subject line. Note: The e-mail should not be larger than 2MB, thus any larger e-mail will not be considered.
Apply via :
globalhr.africa@aidshealth.org
