Duties and Responsibilities
Provide technical support to State Teams in medical and managerial aspects of Leprosy, Tuberculosis (TB) and Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) control in accordance with National guidelines
Participate in preparation of annual plan of action and budget of Leprosy, TB and NTDs Control Programme
Participate in formulation of policies, regulation and technical guidelines related to Leprosy, TB and NTDs Control
Participate in monitoring and evaluation of the Leprosy, TB and NTDs activities/Programme
Participate in operational research, related to Leprosy, TB and NTDs Control
Participate in organization of training at the central level and support training carried out at sub- national level
Participate in preparation of quarterly, Bi-annual and annual progress reports
Participate in proposal writing in response to external calls for expression of interest
Perform other related tasks as may be assigned by the Medical Coordinator or the Country Representative.
Qualification & Experience
University Degree in Medicine
Postgraduate Degree in Public Health or equivalent
5 years of practical experience in planning, implementing monitoring and evaluating disease prevention and control activities.
Excellent knowledge of the strategies for prevention and control of Leprosy, TB, NTDs or communicable diseases
Proven competence in modem training skills and/or ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship
Good knowledge of strategies for prevention, treatment and care of HIV/AIDS
Good knowledge and ability to use computer software for word processing, spreadsheets and basic epidemiological/statistical analysis
Demonstrated abilities for teamwork.
Additional Desirable Experience:
Experience in working with bilateral or multilateral organizations in the country
Remarks
The post requires extensive travelling for held-work
Female candidates and candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply
Applicants should submit their CV’s to: medicaladviser2017@gmail.com Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview and test
Apply via :
medicaladviser2017@gmail.com
