Technical Officer, General Population at Society for Family Health (SFH) – Gombe & Kwara Full Time

Job Title: Technical Officer, General Population

Ref No: sfh-40043
Locations: Gombe and Kwara
Employment Type: Full-time
Contract Duration: Fixed Term

Job Profile

• The Technical Officer for Gen population will offer specialized technical expertise and support in designing, executing, and overseeing HIV/AIDS interventions focused on Gen population. Including ensuring access to high-quality HIV/AIDS prevention, treatment, and care services

Key Responsibilities

• The successful candidate will be responsible for the following functions:

Program Development and Planning:

• Contribute to devising comprehensive strategies and action plans tailored specifically for Gen Pop in HIV/AIDS prevention, treatment, and care
• Assist in adapting evidence-based interventions suitable for Gen population groups

Technical Expertise:

• Provide expert guidance on the delivery of HIV/AIDS prevention, testing, treatment, and care services that are sensitive to the needs of key populations.
• Ensure interventions align with the latest best practices and global guidelines in key population-focused HIV/AIDS programming and for harm reduction strategies.

Capacity Building and Training:

• Conduct training sessions for staff and partners on Gen Population-centered strategies in HIV/AIDS programming.

Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting:

• Effectively track and monitor activities and interventions for Gen populations
• Collect, analyze data, and prepare comprehensive reports to evaluate program effectiveness, facilitating informed decision-making and continual improvement.

Coordination and Collaboration:

• Collaborate closely with stakeholders, including government bodies, community-based organizations, and relevant groups, to ensure cohesive coordination and implementation of HIV/AIDS interventions general population
• Act as a representative for the organization in pertinent meetings, workshops, and conferences focused on HIV/AIDS programming for general population

Qualifications / Experience

• Degree in Medicine, Social Science, Public Health or other related fields.
• 5 years of experience in designing, implementing, and monitoring HIV/AIDS programs, with a focus on general population.

Skills and competencies:

• In-depth knowledge of Harm Reduction Strategies
• Strong understanding of gender-responsive and rights-based approaches in Gen Populations programme
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural and multidisciplinary team.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.