Clinical Services Officer, Adult Art and Satellite Command Lead at an Indigenous Non-profit and Non-governmental Organization (3 Openings) Contract

Job Title: Clinical Services Officer, Adult Art and Satellite Command Lead

Job ID: CSU074
Locations: Anyingba, Okene, Ankpa – Kogi
Grant Duration: Subject to availability of funds and exceptional grant performance
Reports To: The Director Clinical Services and oversees the HTS, Prevention and KP team

Do You Have What It Takes To Join Us?

• We are in search of innovative, creative, and self-motivated talents with outstanding skills and proven track records in the advertised position.
• A reliable individual who is committed, audacious, accountable, and passionate (females and HIV community members are strongly encouraged to apply) with strong core values to work with our highly experienced team at our Head and state offices in the following capacities
• A reliable executor who is flexible and can hit the ground running in aiding the organization achieve its goals as it aligns with saving lives, making life more meaningful and productive for all Nigerians and especially for the most vulnerable. If this typifies you, kindly read on:

Team Purpose

• The Clinical services Unit (CSU) is the main services delivery unit of the organization and responsible for the delivery of both quantitative and qualitative key program performance targets.
• The unit Contributes to health system strengthening through provision of systematic and purposeful knowledge and skill transfer to supported facility’s health workers through a structured and effective engagement.
• Relevant skills and knowledge are aligned with the organizational and grant’s goal of building people and sustainable systems through learning.
• This unit  prepare all intended beneficiaries through the adapting of the organizational learning culture with a view to developing self-confidence, creative, system thinking, communications and feedback skills in program implementation.
• In collaboration with prevention and priority population unit, the CSU reviews and analyzes sites performance, identify implementation bottle necks and provide structured approaches to improve performance as well as recommends possible solutions to mitigate services disruptions.

Responsibilities

• The incumbent will be responsible for the provision of quality assurance/ improvement focused technical assistance and serve as subject matter expertise regarding process improvement initiatives across ART/ TB, PMTCT, care & support and formation and management of various models of differentiated care for PLHIV including the linkage of Community ART groups.
• The incumbent will be a key member of the state technical team and will plan, manage and Implement comprehensive ART service packages which include; (Adherence support, to ensure retention in care and treatment, viral load cascade management, TB case detection amongst PLHIV and basic care and support for age groups and sub populations and support the implementation of the surge strategies.
• Provides direct technical assistance to health care facilities supported by CIHP in the satellite command will be Responsible for coordinating and managing the technical services essential to the functioning and effective implementation of the Adult, Pediatrics, PMTCT/FP and TB/HIV Treatment programs to achieve the surge targets across facilities in the satellite command.
• Provides technical support in the development, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of activities, strategies and policies around HIV prevention with focus on integrating PMTCT into maternal and child health.
• Residents of the Locations stated and environs are encouraged to apply and will be given priority.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills & Ability

• Bachelor’s Degree in Medicine, Public Health or a related field; or a Master’s or equivalent in public health or related fields will be an added advantage
• At least 5 years’ post NYSC experience in developing country health care programs or program support function
• Knowledge of the policies, regulations, reporting formats, and cultures of principal donors, including USAID, EC,DFID, CDC/PEPFAR, and others
• Extensive clinical experience in care and treatment of HIV/AIDS patients
• Demonstrated experience in non-profit sector in a program management role
• Strong supervisory and management skills;
• Ability to work independently with strong problem-solving skills and ability to foresee problems and initiate appropriate action.
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Excellent team player with good inter personal skills

Application Closing Date
1st December, 2023.

Method of Application
Submit their current CV and Suitability Statement (not more than 200 words indicating position and location) in Microsoft Word format to: [email protected] using the JOB TITLE, LOCATION AND APPLICANT FULL NAME as the subject of the email e.g. Clinical Services Officer, Adult Art and Satellite Command Lead – CSU074 – Kogi – ADESUWA NWACHUKWU.

Note

• It is important to apply via the link and the mail, as applications sent to ONLY the email address will be considered invalid.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted to advance to the next stage of the selection process
• Qualified women and locals are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Qualified residents of this location are encouraged to apply.
• Applications are reviewed in the order of arrival, and we reserve the right to close the offer before the term initially indicated if suitable applications are received.
• Qualified Locals and residences of these locations are encouraged to apply