Job Description

Managing master data, including creation of dashboard, updates, and deletion. Provide quality assurance of imported data, working with quality assurance analyst if necessary.
Commissioning and decommissioning of data sets. Processing confidential data and information according to guidelines. Helping develop reports and analysis such as visualization and dashboard using power BI... or Tableau.
Develop innovative and appropriate data visualization methods to convey key trends to a range of audiences. Identify salient data patterns, perform complex analysis and interpret trends/patterns coming from the data. Managing and designing the reporting environment, including data sources, security, and metadata.
Supporting the data warehouse in identifying and revising reporting requirements. Supporting initiatives for data integrity and normalization. Assessing tests and implementing new or upgraded software and assisting with strategic decisions on new systems. Generating reports from single or multiple systems.
Troubleshooting the reporting database environment and reports. Evaluating changes and updates to source production systems. Training end users on new reports and dashboards. Providing technical expertise on data storage structures, data mining, and data cleansing.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Recruitment Standard

A bachelor’s degree in data Analytics, Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics or Computer Science / IT with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a BI, data science or analyst role in an organization.
Master’s degree in data Analytics, Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics or Computer Science/IT or other related fields with a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a BI, data science or analyst role in an organization
Knowledge of statistics, specifically experimental design, and study.
Familiarity with common web and social tools (e.g., Google Analytics, social platform analytics).
Experience with data analysis tools, workflows, and building dashboards using tools like Tableau.
Strong analytical and quantitative skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with an emphasis on taking a data-focus approach.
Demonstrated ability to multi-task, prioritize, self-start, contribute under pressure, and meet tight deadlines.
Working knowledge of Google Drive, and Microsoft Office (especially Excel). Slack, Box and Basecamp is a plus.
Proficiency in using Python and/or R to perform data analysis.
Strong NumPy / PANDAS skills
Strong grasp of SQL database usage more

Job Summary

This role will contribute to the growth of ECEWS’s institutional funding portfolio in Nigeria and support the organization to ensure strong contract management of its funds from institutional donors.
The holder will lead work with Nigeria and initiate new donor engagements and sustain relationships with current donors; coordinate the development of funding applications and... contribute to the development of donor-funded programmes; and advise and provide support on the delivery of ongoing contracts ensuring compliance with donors’ and ECEWS’s regulations.
This is a senior role that is expected to engage at strategic levels to influence ECEWS’s business models and the way we deliver our programmes. The role will be critical in representing the organization to donors and other external stakeholders, and in improving ECEWS’s in-country and global visibility.

Job Description

Provide programme funding expertise in positioning, capture planning and proposal preparation for specific opportunities with institutional donors (government and inter-governmental award issuing organizations, as well as foundations, private sector, and other awarding non-governmental organizations).
Coordinate proposal development processes to ensure timely submission of high-quality proposals that are responsive to donor requirements, applicable regulations, and ECEWS technical and cost standards and Lead and support proposal budget processes and propose recommendations to develop a competitive proposal.
As appropriate, serve as proposal coordinator or other lead role in the proposal team, and participate in bid analysis and proposal review panels. Serve as a lead or support writer on proposals, contributing both technical and non-technical content and integrating inputs from staff and partners into a responsive, coherent proposal with a compelling vision and clear win themes.
Train and mentor staff, as needed, to improve their skills in proposal development, representation to donor and partner organizations, intelligence-gathering, and marketing within their country program or portfolio.
Support and guide the identification of partners and negotiation of ECEWS's role in proposal consortia, ensuring a competitive position for ECEWS that adheres to the agency’s partnership principles and strategic directions. Research, track and analyse new opportunities and ECEWS competitive position within the marketplace.
Support senior management to cultivate and strengthen institutional relationships with institutional donors, partner organizations and other stakeholders.
Work with appropriate staff to maintain data on past performance and corporate capacity, in order to provide timely information for proposal submissions.
Supervise and support the ECEWS Communications Unit.
End-to-end quality proposal delivery responding to both published and unsolicited opportunities.
Acquire and retain new donors and funding relationships from a range of donors, with named key donor account responsibilities.
Provide strong leadership on developing funding proposals, including assembling and managing proposal development teams; working with colleagues in the design and development of high-quality projects; and taking responsibility for the submission of strong proposals that respond to donor criteria and ECEWS strategic objectives.
Support ECEWS staff to deliver on existing contracts.
Gather intelligence about upcoming opportunities; develop and share opportunity-specific competitive intelligence analysis and support the CEO in deciding on consortia formulation.
Carry out post-bidding debrief and lead post-award negotiations.
Ensure that ECEWS programmes meet our gender and inclusion quality standards and incorporate the latest thinking around our digital strategy.
Participate in and/or manage project teams involved in strategic proposals or other initiatives.
Network and build relationships with both traditional and non-traditional players within the development sector to create new opportunities and ways of working.
The postholder will provide expert technical guidance related to the design, inception and delivery of large and complex programmes.
They will work with ECEWS staff across projects to plan and execute quality interventions in line with ECEWS strategy and programme/contractual obligations.

Minimum Recruitment Standard

University degree or equivalent in health, education, economics, international relations, development studies, agriculture, or a relevant subject.
A master’s degree in the above field of studies will be an added advantage.
Minimum of 8 years implementing Health, Education or Economic Empowerment projects.
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role.
Knowledge and expertise in working with institutional donors, which may include CDC, FCDO/DFID, USAID, Global Fund, European Union / ECHO, UN, BMGF, Foundations and the private sector.
Experience with both USAID and CDC RFP and RFA funding mechanisms is highly desirable.
Demonstrated experience utilizing diverse, proactive strategies to competitively position his/her organization for new funding and productive institutional relationships.
Significant and proven experience of successful bid leadership across development grants.
Outstanding communication and networking skills for relationship building and facilitation, including consortium development.
Exceptional writer with expert command of English grammar and AP style.
Demonstrated experience leading and producing competitive proposals in programming contexts similar to ECEWS.
Comprehensive familiarity with a broad range of institutional donor technical and cost requirements.
Demonstrated experience managing teams and processes, leading teams to produce deliverables under tight deadlines and at exceptional quality.
Knowledge of ECEWS programs, Mandate and values is a plus.
Expertise in Project Cycle Management and Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning methodologies.
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint: Advanced level
Proficiency in Internet-based collaboration tools and video calling: Advanced
Experience in Data Visualisation: Intermediate
User of social media: Intermediate
Ability in building and maintaining relationships with Donors, INGOs, NNGOs, Private Sector Actors, and government agencies.
Experience in developing, motivating, and coaching programme staff linked to institutional-funded projects under their management responsibility.
Required to be a team worker and be proactive in bringing innovation and solutions. more

Job Summary

The Executive Officer will work closely with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and its management team as necessary to provide support to the CEO.
S/he will provide executive level administrative support, clerical support, receiving partners/visitors, arranging travels and correspondences, and scheduling meetings with high level report writing as necessary.
The Executive Officer... will enhance the CEO’s effectiveness by ensuring information management as well as representing the CEO to others.
Produces information by transcribing, formatting, inputting, editing, retrieving, copying, and transmitting text, data, and graphics.
Conserves CEO’s time by reading, researching, and routing correspondence; drafting letters and documents; collecting and analyzing information; initiating telecommunications.
As assigned by the CEO, Support specific initiatives, activities, projects, and research under the office of the CEO or wider SMT.
Maintains CEO’s appointment schedule by coordinating travels, planning, and scheduling meetings, take minutes, action notes and deal with any follow up action.
Maintains confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
Secures information by completing data base backups.
Provides historical reference by developing and utilizing filing and retrieval systems, recording meeting discussions.
Produce reports, presentations, and briefs for office of the CEO.
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
As necessary, collaborate with other project team members to ensure necessary project planning, resource availability and management activities function smoothly and efficiently.
Arrange logistics for all Program activities and draft correspondence to partners, NGOs and other agencies as requested by the CEO.
Undertake any other duties as maybe required commensurate with the level of the post.

Minimum Recruitment Standard

Bachelor’s degree in social/Behavioural Sciences, Public Administration and Health related courses.
Masters in any of this related field will be an added advantage.
A minimum of 5-6 years’ strong experience in similar position within the INGO / Development sector.
Membership of Chartered Institute of Administrators added advantage.
Experience in program Management within the INGO/ Development Sector.
Strong time management, planning and organizational skills.
Strong interpersonal skills with a pleasant personality.
Discretion and confidentiality.
Ability to multitask and prioritize daily workload.
Proficiency in English.
Strong verbal and written communications skills.
Excellent knowledge in Microsoft Office and word processing and other relevant statistical applications.
Demonstrated expertise working with management teams.
Critical thinking and problem-solving. more

Job Description

Will participate in the development and monitoring of work plans and budgets, ensure appropriate levels of technical assistance in program operations; coordinate partner efforts in program implementation, and ensure appropriate program monitoring and accurate financial and programmatic reporting to the State Office.
Responsible for the overall management and coordination of... ECEWS activities at the Cluster office.
Serve as the point of contact of ECEWS with government officials and coordinate and collaborate with all public sector and NGO partners at the state level and ensure that all ECEWS assets and other resources are effectively managed.
Provide technical and managerial leadership in the provision of quality HIV prevention (including PrEP), treatment, care and reproductive/family planning services in different clusters.
Take the lead in planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting on HIV prevention activities and establish linkages between communities and health services.
Train and mentor project staff, health care providers and consortium partners to provide high-quality HIV, RH/FP services including screening and referral of identified clients with cervix cancer.
Perform all other duties relating to the project as assigned by his/her supervisor.

Minimum Recruitment Standard

MB.BS / MD / degree is required with MPH, or a post-graduate clinical or public health degree is required.
7 to 9 years’ experience working in the health or development field in Nigeria with at least 5 years progressive experience working in the PEPFAR HIV response.
Proven experience in project development, planning and facilitating technical training; with extensive knowledge and skills for application of Differentiated Models of Care appropriate for situations and the ability to constitute and deploy competent surge teams to implement catchups.
Ability to analyse and use site-level granular data to identify gaps, develop and deploy remedial action plans to improve service delivery.
Familiarity with the Nigerian public sector health system and NGOs and CBOs is highly desirable.
Clinical management and training experience and ability to understand the full range of issues around the clinical management of HIV/AIDS, including the provision of ART.
Knowledge of Nigerian clinical settings, including government and non-government settings
Proven ability in supervising staff.
Excellent command of written and spoken English
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Willingness to extend working hours to meet deadlines and at short notice.
Ability to function effectively in multi-disciplinary teams to produce excellent results under pressure.
Ability to use key computing applications e g MS Office Suite, etc and knowledge of different databases (DHIS or LAMIS) is a plus. more

Job Description

The SI Advisor will provide technical guidance on design, development, and implementation of the project M&E strategy, build capacity in country to develop, manage and operationalize M&E systems and plans that are aligned to program strategy, and permit quality reporting.
Will undertake periodic program reviews and/or country M&E systems and participate in M&E system... strengthening planning activities. This includes establishing key components of an M&E system including data collection, analysis, and use products and mechanisms to promote evidence-based programming, and timely feedback in relation to targets or identification and resolution of gaps, reporting on key output, outcome, and impact indicators for the program.
Will provide support in ensuring program indicators are consistently tracked towards improvement.
Responsible for providing technical assistance, developing, and setting up systems for the timely collection, management, analysis, and reporting of valid and reliable data that meet donor reporting requirements and ECEWS standards.
Oversee M&E/SI activities in close collaboration with the Country Program.
Develop and directly contribute to the development and implementation of M&E tools and systems to improve ability to collect, interpret and aggregate data.
Develop and support the design and implementation of baseline, mid-term, and end of project evaluations, surveys, and other components of the program M&E system.
Provide frequent on-going audit of program data based on established USAID Project targets.
Support reporting, work planning and project dissemination.
Prepare regular QI data feedback reports (monthly and quarterly) including communication and following up with county program team on data submission, validation, and utilization of feedback.
Lead and coordinate program Data Quality Assessments, Project Monitoring Plan.
Coordinate USAID target dissemination and monitoring in the project supported sites through routine data review meetings & sharing forums.
Ensure program data quality standards are met through leading and coordinating data quality audits & assessments (paper & electronic) for the project.
Lead and coordinate data review and sharing at facility level through routine data review & CQI meetings.
Support the Head of Program and all relevant program staff to utilize available M&E tools and data to analyze program information and use results to improve implementation.
Work with the management team to ensure programmatic missed opportunities are followed through to a logical conclusion.
Facilitates the use of data to improve project progress.
Contribute to the development and implementation of a comprehensive plan to address data quality issues within the supported sites.
Provide technical assistance to develop dashboards and train stakeholders, facility/country staff to interpret and use dashboard visualization/data for decision making.
Provide any other M&E technical support as required.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Recruitment Standard

Master’s Degree or its International Equivalent in Knowledge/Information Services, Communications, Education, Environment, Health, Behavioural, Life/Social Sciences International Development, Human Development or Related Field.
A minimum of 8-11 years professional managerial experience, including at least 5 years’ experience managing monitoring and evaluation for USAID projects and for complex development activities, especially HIV Projects.
Knowledge and experience in specific technical areas.
Informed of current program developments in division/unit/technical area.
Years of work experience that demonstrates sensitivity to and understanding of technical issues.
Ability to manage projects, set realistic priorities, and plan for the successful implementation of activities.
Minimum of 8-11 years working on designing, establishing, and managing monitoring and evaluation systems, ensuring data quality, and analyzing data to support performance improvement of programs funded by USAID or PEPFAR.
Previous experience working with USAID or PEPFAR-supported programs, including familiarity with USAID M&E reporting requirements.
Demonstrated ability to be the technical specialist and as the lead subject matter expert in monitoring and evaluation.
Demonstrated ability to perform robust data extraction from internal and external information systems.
Demonstrated ability to perform complex data analytics utilizing Microsoft Excel, STATA, SPSS, Epi Info and/or other analytic software and to provide evidence-based recommendations accordingly.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the use of GIS and other tools to support geo-spatial display of data to target program interventions and resources.
Demonstrated ability to portray complex data sets in easy-to-understand formats including visualizations.
Demonstrated working knowledge of Nigeria’s health and social service information systems and monitoring and evaluation processes as it relates to data collection for performance-based reporting and use of data.
Previous experience in building capacity for generation and use of SI in CBOs.
General understanding of the external environment and how it affects the industry in general and ECEWS in particular, including political, legal, environmental, financial, and social influences.
General understanding of organization’s structure, policies and practices, and the impact on own area.
Strong diagnostic, analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to exchange information, present recommendations and collaborate with colleagues and peers within the organization and possibly externally.
Ability to influence others of the benefits/importance of an idea or plan of action and to gain their support or commitment.
Strong negotiation skills and ability to reach mutual points of agreement and benefit among peers and colleagues. more

Job Description

The Adolescent and Young People Officer will support the design and implementation of the AYP activities and ensure dissemination of gender transformative information to key stakeholders in the implementing state.  
He/she will strengthen the provision of GBV prevention and management services, HIV Stigma & Reduction activities, Health Equity, and support the target group in... health ownership and responsibility.
Provide technical guidance in the development and implementation of activities that facilitate linkages and referrals linkage between and within communities and health facilities and work closely with the IMSAFER(NMW) Activity instructors.
Design strategies that will ensure that the needs of Adolescent & Young People are adequately addressed and enhance their access to a range of key services that include Access to ARV, VL sample collection, family Planning/ Reproductive Health information/services, post GBV care services.
Contributes to program development and management by collecting and analyzing data on Adolescents and Young People and monitoring implementation progress.
Ensure that programs work towards ensuring adolescent empowerment through development of life skills and creating opportunities for social and civic engagement.
Support development/adaptation of technical tools in consultation/collaboration with the relevant program staff and other key stakeholders at all stages of the project implementation.
Ensure that programs focus on and provide formal and non-formal learning opportunities for adolescent girls and boys that build the skills and know ledge required for employability and entrepreneurship and promote programs and approaches nurturing adolescents as innovators and critical thinkers.
S/He will facilitate the implementation of the adolescent safe space model which will use a small group approach to reach adolescents aged 10-19 with age- segmented content with a primary focus on 10-14.
Facilitates the activities of the Adolescent and Young peoples in area of OVC preventive program at the AYP Hub
Provide technical support and build capacity of program teams, supported health facility teams, CSOs/CBOs, and other partners in integrating providing care and support services to the AYP.
Provide technical guidance during the development of program annual work plan and participates in the planning and budgeting activities.
Support management of project finances and other resources related to implementation of activities in the assigned state in line with the project’s finance guidelines.
Design and/or adapt communication strategies that target Adolescents Young People to create behavior change in the community.
Develop plans for promoting risk reduction and health seeking behaviors among Adolescents & Young People
Any other duties as assigned.

Minimum Recruitment Standard

A university degree in one of the following fields is required: social science, public Health, development studies, public policy, human rights, anthropology, psychology, sociology, education, communication, or another relevant technical field.
A minimum of three years of professional experience in development planning and management of adolescent programming and young people’s participation or related areas is required.
Relevant experience in an INGO and Local NGO is considered as an asset.
Fluency in English is required.
Skills using MS Excel, MS Access, highly desirable.
Strong data management and analysis skills.
Experience of dealing with difficult and sensitive situations in a professional manner.
Ability to work under pressure, efficiently handle multiple tasks, quickly find creative solutions to problems and challenges that arise and manage stress and time in a fast-paced work and fluid operating environment.
Ability to manage tight deadlines and deliver high volumes of work with minimal supervision.
High degree of proficiency in written and spoken English communication.
Well-developed computer skills. more

Job Description

The position holder will support ECEWS CDC OVC-SPEED Project partners in the development and implementation of data collection systems, ensure data quality, and accurate reporting in a timely manner.
The Officer will support in coordination, management, and dissemination of strategic information; and is responsible for the following activities:
Will support state level... implementation of the OVC project in the state of assignment with displayed capacities in building acceptable documentation, reporting, and learning systems.
S/he will lead the monitoring of data collection, collation, storage, analysis, and reporting ensuring that data is audit worthy and incorporated into program reports for submission to CDC.
Under his/her guidance, the project at the state level will utilize monitoring data to maximize program impact.
The successful candidates will ensure efficient use of available resources towards achieving defined M&E goals.
S/he will ensure adherence to structured principles during implementation of M&E field activities and provide required program statistics within expected timelines to inform project planning and delivery.
The Officer will build and sustain strategic relationships with key state-level stakeholders and maintain an information flow to keep all stakeholders updated with project performance. 
Support and oversee the M&E work of the Community Based Organizations (CBOs) in the implementation of the OVC Project.
Oversee the training of CBO staff in the SPEED M&E system including the NOMIS forms and database.
Ensure CBOs understand the information needs of project stakeholders and donors and adhere to system requirements.
Work closely with the CBO M&E officers to ensure they understand the data requirements and data gathering and report formats.
Support CBOs to train Community Case Workers to correctly report OVC activities and services provided to clients’ ad their households on a timely basis.
Ensure that CBOs enter accurate and high-quality data and report on the NOMIS platforms on a timely basis.
Ensure that CBOs participate in the data quality assessment, understand the recommendations for remedial action, and comply with those recommendations.
Attend relevant SPEED management and technical meetings to ensure close coordination between program, management, and M&E staff.
Collaborate with SPEED management and CBOs in planning, designing, and undertaking program evaluations and special studies.
Identify and respond to key stakeholders’ information needs in MEAL activities, using a range of appropriate communication methods.
Ensure the transmission of data into NOMIS and any other required electronic platform within expected frequencies.
Participate in DQA and other data quality and validation activities.
Identify and respond to key stakeholders’ information needs in MEAL activities, using a range of appropriate communication methods.
Ensure the transmission of data into NOMIS and any other required electronic   platform within expected frequencies.
Monitoring and Evaluation: Regularly monitor stated project milestones and evaluate outcomes of support strategies at appropriate intervals.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Recruitment Standard

At least 4 years’ post NYSC experience in OVC related M&E.
Experience and knowledge of ART Surge Response is a major requirement.
A Post Graduate degree in Public Health/Health Science is an added advantage.
Skills using MS Excel, MS Access, SPSS and/or SAS and Epi-Info highly desirable.
Appropriate familiarity with electronic medical record systems.
Strong data management and analysis skills.
Hands on experience in the use of computer (Word processing, Excel, and database programs).
Knowledge of and experience in spreadsheet and database management work.
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and make reasoned judgments in a timely fashion. Committing to a course of action without undue delay or prevarication
Experience of dealing with difficult and sensitive situations in a professional manner.
Ability to work under pressure, efficiently handle multiple tasks, quickly find creative solutions to problems and challenges that arise and manage stress and time in a fast-paced work and fluid operating environment.
Ability to manage tight deadlines and deliver high volumes of work with minimal supervision.
High degree of proficiency in written and spoken English communication.
Well-developed computer skills. more

Job Description

Will be responsible for the design and implementation of monitoring and evaluation/Strategic information activities for the State Office. 
S/he will ensure that monitoring and evaluation activities are appropriate and meet the donor and project’s M&E needs.
S/He will provide technical oversight for designing, development, planning, implementation; and capacity-building of... monitoring and evaluation of assigned unit level programs and develop strategies and tools for the design and implementation of surveillance, monitoring and evaluation components.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Recruitment Standard

MB.BS / MD / Ph.D or similar degree with 5 to 7 years’ relevant experience in project-level or state/national-level monitoring and evaluation system implementation for Global Health Initiatives.
Or MPH or MS / MA in relevant degree with 5 to 7 years relevant experience in project-level or state/national-level monitoring and evaluation system implementation for Global Health Initiatives.
Or BS/BA in statistics, pharmacy, microbiology, \\monitoring and evaluation or in relevant degree with 7 to 9 years relevant experience in project-level or state/national-level monitoring and evaluation system implementation for Global Health Initiatives.
Proven experience in quantitative and qualitative research and in conducting survey and/or sampling.
Strong knowledge in the use of spreadsheet and database packages (Excel), in statistical software such as SPSS and GIS tools (Arc View, Arc Info, etc.); and EMR such as NMRS, DHIS, DATIM
Experience in the use of mobile technology (SMS, SMART, etc. and in the design or management of a Monitoring Database could be an asset.
Proven networking, team building, organizational, and communication skills.
Excellent report writing skills desirable.
Fluency in written and spoken English. more

Job Description

Monitor and troubleshoot Server Systems and Networks, automated backup and restore operations and mission critical applications such as email, file/print services and other line of business applications to allow IT respond proactively to emerging problems and perform ongoing IT “housekeeping” functions.
Perform installations of operating systems, layered products, and... third-party products for multi- user computer systems that host corporate applications, databases and websites.
Assist and perform software installations and upgrades as required.
Provide IT training on a periodic basis to ECEWS staff.
Perform daily and periodic backups of all data on the servers, ensure timely updates to Server and Client Systems, Study and apply Security patches and other updates or service packs as required.
Make periodic visits to field offices to provide troubleshooting support, advice and build the capacity of field level staff to maintain their computers at a reasonable level of operation.
Work closely with developers and end users to ensure implementations match requirements.
Provide on-going training to end-users and update of user manuals. Design, code and debug applications in various software languages.
Perform software analysis, code analysis, requirements analysis, software review, identification of code metrics, system risk analysis, and software reliability analysis.
Perform software testing and quality assurance.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Recruitment Standard

BS/BA degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, or its recognized equivalent with at least 1-3 years post National Youth Service relevant experience.
Or MS/MA Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, or its recognized equivalent, and not less than 3 years post National Youth Service relevant experience.
Candidate must possess Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) and/or Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certifications.
Demonstrated success in multicultural environments is an advantage. Experience with a multi-site network (at least 3 sites) with a minimum of 200 users is highly desirable.
Ability to work with others and to develop and maintain compatibility among project staff, subcontractors, and recipients of assistance.
Communicate effectively with all levels of personnel on hardware and software needs.
Knowledge of Windows Server administration and Networking including Active Directory, Network Services - Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Domain Name System (DNS) etc.
Knowledge and experience with backup/restoration, email, and performance monitoring applications.
Knowledge of Software Engineering, Software Development, Analysis, Project Management and Database development.
Competency in developing and debugging applications in languages/platforms including but not limited to C#, ASP.Net, PHP, Microsoft SQL, MySQL etc.
Knowledge and experience of web-based client/server and mobile applications.
Perform detail-oriented work with a high level of accuracy.
Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills with ability to work as a team member.
Ability to plan and prioritize own work under tight deadlines, as well as to work on own initiative and as a member of a team. more

Job Description

Solely responsible for achievement of all project objectives in the state
Provide overall leadership and coordination concerning implementation of the project at the State level.
Facilitate a productive and safe work environment amongst the State project team optimal for achievement of project deliverables, with escalation to HQ if/when necessary.
Work with the community, LGA... and State level stakeholders as well as other relevant organizations to mobilize resources in support of the project in the State.
Monitor and ensure compliance with the organization’s financial and programmatic policies.
Foster a productive working relationship between the project team (including consortium members) and partner organizations including local professional associations while maintaining an excellent working relationship with counterparts at State and Local Government levels, USG implementing partners, and local institutions.
Oversee quality of care interventions at project-supported health facilities, monitor and maintain technical quality of activities in all aspects of the project’s deliverables.
The STL will remain current and knowledgeable about HIV care and treatment, health systems strengthening, service delivery and program planning - Sensitivity to cultural differences and understanding of the political and ethical issues surrounding HIV infection.
Demonstrate sound knowledge of recent PEPFAR/CDC Programs, ability to lead team with record of target achievement, understanding of recent HIV program deliverables on Case finding, treatment initiation, viral suppression, monitoring, and evaluation with emphasis on granular data utilization for program routine program decisions and management.
Oversee management of project assets at the State office and facility level.
Work with State team to ensure timely submission of reports as required by HQ and donor.
Facilitate knowledge sharing across the project pathway and ensure transmission of relevant information to and from HQ and donors to team members.
Ensure performance management for staff towards achieving optimal output deliverables through utilization of objective performance metrics.
Supervise individual and site work planning and harmonize with the State strategic plan as it relates to HIV programming.
Demonstrate management, supervision, networking, and leadership skills working with large, complex programs and ability to multi-task, communicate clearly and represent the organization at various platforms.
Lead and manage by motivating employees to remain optimistic even when faced with challenges and encouraging good performance and values to work.
Diplomatic; demonstrate experience in undertaking high-level policy dialogue with different stakeholders - Well-developed written and oral communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
Strong team building and organizational skills – Demonstrate success in leadership and management of multicultural environments providing leadership skills and experience to foster productive and united team of staff and ad-hoc/health facility staff with diverse but complementary skill set to achieve project goals and objectives.
Demonstrate knowledge of strategic planning, administrative, and financial management systems - display ability to manage program operations (Admin, Logistics, Vendors, Finance, Fleet management) with high level of integrity, due diligence and in compliance with USAID and organizational rules, guidelines, and procedures.
STL will exercise tact and diplomacy in organizational setting, transparent, direct with substance, self-starter, self-disciplined, be innovative and creative. Ability to intervene with staff with diplomacy and firmness.
The STL will perform all other duties relating to the project as assigned by his/her supervisor.

Minimum Recruitment Standard

Advanced Degree or equivalent experience in Public Health, Sociology, or related Health, Medical or Social Science discipline; masters-level degree preferred.
Demonstrated experience working with PEPFAR programs and strong familiarity with CDC reporting requirements.
10+ years’ experience in leadership, management, operational and technical expertise with a preference in HIV care and treatment program implementation
Strong leadership and coordination experience for multidisciplinary team and partner organization
Strong program management and technical skills required.
Experience in HIV care and treatment and prevention programs
Familiarity with Nigeria’s health systems and reporting structure and demonstrated ability to collaborate with government level officials to strengthen program implementation.
Excellent writing and communications skills, including demonstrated technical writing skills for publication. more

Job Description

Will be responsible for the design and implementation of monitoring and evaluation/Strategic information activities for the State Office. 
S/he will ensure that monitoring and evaluation activities are appropriate and meet the donor and project’s M&E needs.
S/He will provide technical oversight for designing, development, planning, implementation; and capacity-building of... monitoring and evaluation of assigned unit level programs and develop strategies and tools for the design and implementation of surveillance, monitoring, and evaluation components.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Recruitment Standard

MB.BS / MD / Ph.D or similar degree with 5 to 7 years’ relevant experience in project-level or state/national-level monitoring and evaluation system implementation for Global Health Initiatives.
Or MPH or MS / MA in relevant degree with 5 to 7 years relevant experience in project-level or state/national-level monitoring and evaluation system implementation for Global Health Initiatives.
Or BS/BA in statistics, pharmacy, microbiology, \monitoring and evaluation or in relevant degree with 7 to 9 years relevant experience in project-level or state/national-level monitoring and evaluation system implementation for Global Health Initiatives.
Proven experience in quantitative and qualitative research and in conducting survey and/or sampling.
Strong knowledge in the use of spreadsheet and database packages (Excel), in statistical software such as SPSS and GIS tools (Arc View, Arc Info, etc.); and EMR such as NMRS, DHIS, DATIM
Experience in the use of mobile technology (SMS, SMART, etc. and in the design or management of a Monitoring Database could be an asset.
Proven networking, team building, organizational, and communication skills.
Excellent report writing skills desirable.
Fluency in written and spoken English. more

Job Description

Under the supervision of the Strategic Information Advisor, S/he will assist in the design and implementation of monitoring and evaluation strategies for the state offices. 
Will work with others in the state office and implementing partners to ensure that state monitoring and evaluation activities are appropriate and meet the donor and project’s M&E needs. 
Will provide... leadership to the field level M&E program, provide overall guidance on program/project monitoring and evaluation and on US Government and Government of Nigeria reporting requirements, provide support to sites in the state, including interacting with site Program Managers, Implementing Agencies and local research groups on needs and ensure that locally employed monitoring and evaluation staff, consultants and ECEWS partners understand and can support these requirements.
Manage the state office’s reporting cycle to ensure high quality and complete datasets are sent to the country office on a periodic basis, or when required, work with local partners to develop their project monitoring and evaluation plans.
Will support the correct implementation and use of routine data collection tools, conduct monthly routine monitoring visits to project sites and provide supportive supervision.

Minimum Recruitment Standard

MB.BS / MD / PHD or similar Degree with 3 to 5 years relevant experience in project-level or state/national-level monitoring and evaluation system implementation for global health initiatives including familiarity with PEPFAR M&E reporting requirements.
Or MPH or MS / MA in relevant Degree with 5 to 7 years relevant experience in project-level or state/national-level monitoring and evaluation system implementation for global health initiatives including familiarity with PEPFAR M&E reporting requirements.
Or BS / BA in Statistics, Pharmacy, Microbiology, Monitoring and Evaluation or in relevant Degree with 7 to 9 years relevant experience in project-level or state/national-level monitoring and evaluation system implementation including familiarity with PEPFAR M&E reporting requirements.
Proven experience in quantitative and qualitative research and in conducting survey and/or sampling.
Strong knowledge in the use of spreadsheet and database packages (Excel), in statistical software such as SPSS and GIS tools (Arc View, Arc Info, etc.);
Experience in the use of mobile technology (SMS, SMART, etc. and in the design or management of a Monitoring Database could be an asset.
Proven networking, team building, organizational, and communication skills.
Excellent report writing skills desirable.
Fluency in written and spoken English. more

Job Description

Provide BD expertise in positioning, capture planning and proposal preparation for specific opportunities with institutional donors (government and inter-governmental award issuing organizations, as well as foundations, private sector, and other awarding non-governmental organizations).
Coordinate proposal development processes to ensure timely submission of high-quality... proposals that are responsive to donor requirements, applicable regulations, and ECEWS technical and cost standards and Lead and support proposal budget processes and propose recommendations to develop a competitive proposal.
As appropriate, serve as proposal coordinator or other lead role in proposal team, and participate in bid analysis and proposal review panels. Serve as a lead or support writer on proposals, contributing both technical and non-technical content and integrating inputs from staff and partners into a responsive, coherent proposal with a compelling vision and clear win themes.
Train and mentor staff, as needed, to improve their skills in proposal development, representation to donor and partner organizations, intelligence-gathering, and marketing within their country program or portfolio.
Support and guide identification of partners and negotiation of ECEWS role on proposal consortia, ensuring a competitive position for ECEWS that adheres to the agency’s partnership principles and strategic directions. Research, track and analyze new opportunities and ECEWS competitive position within the marketplace.
Support senior management to cultivate and strengthen institutional relationships with institutional donors, partner organizations and other stakeholders.
Work with appropriate staff to maintain data on past performance and corporate capacity, in order to provide timely information for proposal submissions.
Supervise and support the ECEWS Communications Unit.

Minimum Recruitment Standard

Demonstrated experience utilizing diverse, proactive strategies to competitively position his/her organization for new funding and productive institutional relationships.
Exceptional writer with expert command of English grammar and AP style.
Demonstrated experience leading and producing competitive proposals in programming contexts similar to ECEWS.
Comprehensive familiarity with a broad range of institutional donor technical and cost requirements.
Experience with both USAID and CDC RFP and RFA funding mechanisms highly desirable.
Familiarity with relevant institutional donor regulations, policies, procedures and priorities.
Demonstrated experience managing teams and processes, leading teams to produce deliverables under tight deadlines and at exceptional quality.
Knowledge of ECEWS programs, Mandate and values is a plus.
Experience using MS Windows and MS Office packages (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Web Conferencing Applications, Information Management Systems.
Bachelor’s degree in International Development, International Relations, or related field.
Master’s in International Development, International Relations, or related field degree is an added advantage.
Minimum five years of International Development Experience, with at least three years’ experience in a developing country. more

Job Description

Serves as ECEWS Gender POC and resource person on matters related to ECEWS and CDC global gender policies and strategies, including other relevant U.S. strategies and legislation, to ensure that all Gender activities at offices and supported facilities across Delta, Osun & Ekiti States comply with the relevant ADS and related guidance and policies towards Gender integration,... Gender Based Violence, Gender equality/ equity and women’s empowerment.
At the directives of the Associate Director – OVC/Gender, s/he will participate and represent ECEWS at all levels of Gender TWGs, including CDC IPs Gender POC Working Group meetings and respond to required directives and deliverables as it pertains to Gender programming.
Leads advocacy visits to relevant State actors/ designated GoN staff (From relevant line Ministries/ Agencies) and Stakeholders on need for effective collaboration/ partnership, ownership and sustainability of set up structures, approaches and processes on Gender & Gender Based Violence programming, while intensifying training efforts on their technical skills, capacity development and networking to support technical intervention and response to address Sexual and all forms of GBV.
Provides technical support to Technical Offices on CDC Gender & GBV Technical Priorities which include; Addressing IPV in the context of PrEP, index testing and care & treatment services (routine and clinical enquiry), Providing post-violence clinical care services at HIV care & treatment sites, Improving linkage between community-based HIV, GBV prevention interventions and clinical post-GBV care services, Improving monitoring of GBV case identification, prevention, and response activities, towards informed/ improved program design, implementation, evaluation and overall program achievements.
Provides guidance on indicators, performance monitoring and activity work plans related gender, as required by CDC on the Project.
Trains and mentors’ technical staff to ensure they have sufficient capacity to successfully assume responsibilities on training/ mentoring designated staff at supported facilities on Standard Operating Procedures for administering post-violence care services, including clinical management specific to children and adolescents, as well as referral for non – clinical services and reporting appropriately.
Reviews, provides guidance and clearance on all gender analyses, assessments, technical activity descriptions, as well as manage, monitor, and provide oversight to ACE Gender technical staff and facility designated staff to ensure program progress, results, and impacts.
Advise Management, Program/ Project Directors, Managers, team leaders, including HR Office, on matters where gender inclusiveness, integration and awareness is critical.
Trains, mentors and works strategically to enhance the awareness, knowledge and overall capacity of Project staff on Sexual & Gender Based Violence, gender inequality, human rights and other issues related to gender.
Lead efforts of technical skill and capacity development, networking to support technical intervention and effective collaboration and response to address SGBV by relevant State actors and Stakeholders, learning and adapting among designated State actors/ GoN, HQ, States and facility staff as well as community volunteers.                                                                                                                                                      
Prepares frequent updates, including those from various Gender working groups meetings and responds timely and effectively to regular reporting, including monthly, quarterly Semi Annual and Annual progress reports. Other reporting deliverables include; High resolution program intervention photographs and Gender success stories that best captures CDC progress on the Project.
Any other duties as assigned.

Minimum Recruitment Standard

Master's Degree in Development, Public Health, Social Work, or related degree, or equivalent combination of education and work experience
10+ years of professional experience in international development, with at least seven years of experience implementing programs based in Nigeria.
5+ years of experience in GBV prevention and/or response initiatives, including program design, training, facilitation, management, monitoring and evaluation, and/or research
Demonstrated success with multi-million dollar proposals for Gender programming
Experience working on US government-funded programs
Experience as a case worker or supervising case workers and a thorough understanding of GBV case management principles
Field experience
Expert conceptual and practical knowledge of gender-based violence and gender issues, including methods for gender and power analysis, socio-ecological models for violence prevention and associated interventions, social/gender norms change interventions, measurement and evaluation of GBV interventions, and expertise on integration of such approaches into multi-sectoral programs;
Fluent in English. more

Job Description

Will work with the Grant Manager, Director of Finance & Operation, Procurement, Contracts and Grants to provide support to the administration for the management of awards and sub-awards to include contracts, grants and cooperative agreements, monitor workflows and help develop and implement systems to provide sound management control over ECEWS compliance with award terms and... conditions and ECEWS policies.
Responsible for the review of sub-agreement and subcontracting implementation activities and contractual arrangements to ensure they meet with donor and organizational regulations, review monthly Sub-Recipients Financial Reports and Advance Request of Implementing Agents.


Support in routine monitoring and evaluation of grantee activities, validating and documenting activities, providing clear feedback in areas which may require improvement to achieve ACE program goals, and safeguarding against any potential or perceived misuse of funds.
Support the organization and maintenance of meticulous records for each grantee, tracking and ensuring all necessary documentation (including individual grant agreements, milestones certifications, and payment requests/vouchers) are on file and are implemented on schedule.
Act as primary contact point for all ACE grantees regarding technical inputs, progress on implementation, grant award inquiries, deliverables and milestones, budgets, payments, documentation, and compliant grant close-out.
Serve as liaison between grantees, ACE technical/financial staff, and the ECEWS HQ to clearly document and address any necessary issues or challenges encountered during grant implementation.
Work closely with individual grantees to identify and rectify any delays or problems encountered in the implementation of the grants, ensuring issues are reported immediately to the Finance and Administrative Manager and appropriate technical managers.
Participate in the design and solicitation process for future awards as well as the selection of additional grantees; assume a lead role to ensure the process is well-managed and conducted in a timely manner so as to eliminate administrative funding gaps between each new set of grant awards.
Ensure grantee adherence to ECEWS and donor funding requirements and act as a mentor as needed on USAID/ECEWS regulations.
Assist ECEWS staff (back-stop and Contracting Officer) with accurate tracking and reporting for federally mandated reports as they relate to recipients of US Government funding.
Manage the compliant close-out of grants awarded by the ACE Project.
Oversee the coordination of timely payment based on approved milestones; work closely with grantees to enable CBOs to complete any delayed or incomplete milestones.
Assist with the financial oversight and review/processing of payment documentation (receipts) for any cost reimbursable ACE grants (standard grants) as necessary.
Collaborate with program staff to establish the program’s annual objectives and outline how to allocate the budget.
Design and deliver assistance and training as appropriate for future grants programs to educate grantees on grant mechanism-specific (ie, FOG or standard grant) US Government regulations and requirements and provide mentorship in writing grant proposals, budgets, and obtaining donor funding.
Draft regular reports on the grantees’ progress and activities for senior and technical management
Contribute to project work plans, budgets, and annual/quarterly reporting.
Other duties as assigned by the Director of Finance & Operations.

Minimum Recruitment Standard

B.Sc. / B.A Degree in Accounting, Finance and Business Administration or its recognized equivalent 
Master’s Degree in Finance and Business Administration or its recognized equivalent
3 - 7 years relevant experience with donor contract, cooperative agreements, and grant regulations
Demonstrate experience and familiarity with grant-making mechanisms and grantee management; experience administering FOGs is highly preferred.
Knowledge of and prior experience with US Government rules, requirements, and regulations (such as familiarity with ADS 303) on solicitations and second-tier funding by prime recipients. 
Ability to effectively work independently and under a guidance of a supervisor.
High-level organization and documentation skills, including the ability to track and manage the activities of others (grantees).
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as MS Word, Excel, and Power Point.   
Excellent diplomatic and communication skills, including strong written and oral abilities in English

Note
This vacancy will close on the 10th of April 2023 more

Job Description

The job holder will provide administrative, secretarial and logistical support to the ECEWS programmes, create a conducive work environment and ensure smooth day-to-day running of the office 
Provide administrative and logistic support to travelling staff members as may be requested, including making hotel reservations and flight bookings 
Oversee the cleaning of the office... and ensure the work environment is clean and tidy 
Coordinate the use and maintenance of office equipment, supplies and consumables to ensure optimal performance and all-round functionality and availability 
Devise and maintain effective office systems, including creating and maintaining an effective filing system 
Manage the petty cash of the office, keep records of expenses and render accounts accordingly 
Work closely with the office head to ensure the smooth running and effective functioning of the Office 
Manage the official vehicles and supervise the driver(s) 

Minimum Recruitment Standard

Candidates should possess a bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 3 years work experience.
Familiarity with NGO settings or company settings

Note
This vacancy will close on the 10th of April 2023 more

Job Description

Apply and conduct gender analysis and use of gender-disaggregated data across community and facility level GBV Prevention and Response activities
Lead MCGL state level implementation of the GBV service provision package of care and across the continuum of GBV case management.
Provide mentorship support to service providers in providing GBV survivor-centered case management... services, including needs assessment, case plans, follow-up, referrals, and counseling.
Work with service providers to Identify gaps / challenges in service delivery and coordinate with relevant actors to ensure that safe and confidential services are made available and accessible to vulnerable women.
Take pro-active role to support the development and implementation of the agreed work-plan;
Work with project teams to strengthen gender/GBV components of training, job aids and reporting or data collection tools at all levels
Conduct regular GBV-focused coordination meetings, mentoring and supportive supervision visits to ensure that ECEWS gender equality targets are being achieved across the states where projects are being implemented.
Mentor and work with Local/Indigenous Partners (LPs) to implement milestone activities on time and as scheduled.
Review milestone reports and provide feedback to LPs
Support LPs in conducting norm shifting activities at the community level, as well as supportive supervision
Work with monitoring and evaluation teams to analyze and report on indicators, measuring the outcomes and impact of interventions.
Document processes and outcomes for integrating gender into programs
Prepare and submit regular progress reports, field visit reports, training reports and contribute to the preparation of quality monthly reports
Participate in MCGL project meetings and present on project progress, share lessons, best practices and successes related to addressing gender equality on MCGL programs
Maximize opportunities for increasing ECEWS gender equality portfolio of work and support new business development initiatives including resource mobilization and proposal writing.
The duties and responsibilities as set out above are not exhaustive and the role holder may be required to carry out additional duties within reasonableness of their level of skills and experience.

Minimum Recruitment Standard

Master’s degree in Public Health, Social Sciences or related field or Bachelor’s degree in combination with 5 years of qualifying experience will be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Minimum of 4 years with Master’s degree of relevant experience is required.
Prior experience working in the field of gender related projects with strong technical capacity and practical experience in designing and implementing gender sensitive development programs
Strong understanding of inclusion and mainstreaming issues and approaches
Familiarity with local context
Experience in working with high level counterparts and engaging with Government officials and other development partners.
Previous work experience working in an INGO / USAID funded projects is considered as advantage.
Strong analytical skills, with the ability to deal with project implementation; Sound and proven management skills and ability to work inclusively and collaboratively. 
Excellent group facilitation, multi-stakeholder consultation, and strategic planning skills
Strong writing skills, both for technical and program reports.
Strong interpersonal skills, able to work well in cross-cultural teams and under tight deadlines
Practical knowledge and experience in operational and programme approaches
Good strategic and analytical thinking and ability to interpret public health and epidemiological data
Strong knowledge of gender and global development issues, preferably with understanding of USAID approach to gender quality and gender-based violence.
Familiarity with local context and willingness to travel and work in the communities of Ebonyi states (implementing site).
A personal commitment to gender equality

Note
This vacancy will close on the 10th of April 2023 more

Level of Effort
Full Time
Job Description

The incumbent will be responsible for coordinating and managing the technical services essential to the functioning and effective implementation of all Clinical services sub-thematic units including Adult, Pediatrics and TB/HIV Treatment program, PMTCT, Program integration etc
The job holder will provide technical support to facilities in... establishing protocols for HIV/AIDS treatment, Community TB & linkages, TB in special cases, Case management, TPT and TB Quality improvement-cascade management that are consistent with national guidelines.
Provide leadership in technical support to the State agencies towards achieving sustainability.
 Coordinate the State Clinical team in achieving targets of key program indicators through effective management of the weekly technical review meetings and other routine feedback platforms
Oversee the design and deployment of context-specific treatment support for special populations-KPs, Standalone DOTS sites and community drug pick-ups in the state.
Provide technical support in developing, planning, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating activities, strategies, and policies around HIV prevention, focusing on integrating PMTCT into maternal and child health
Provide medical and technical expertise and training for HIV/AIDS prevention, care, and treatment efforts, including antiretroviral prophylaxis implementation in the area of Pediatrics regimen optimization.
Serve as a resource for evaluating ongoing pediatric care and treatment programs and the subsequent development of new and expanded programs for the care and treatment of HIV/AIDS in infants, children, and teenagers.
Contribute to the strengthening of the reporting system on program progress against stated objectives and monitoring and evaluation frameworks.
Contribute to continuous engagement with key stakeholders such as SMOH, NEPWHAN, Civil Society organizations, MDs of private facilities, AGPMPN, GMD, PSN, PCN, to improve buy-in and ownership into Sustainable HIV programming
The successful person will provide support in the implementation and monitoring of health systems strengthening activities.
S/He will support the State Technical Lead in site coordination, supervision, mentorship, and institutional capacity building.
S/He will provide support in preparations for meetings, writing reports and concept notes; will liaise with clients and relevant stakeholders at the State and facility levels on health systems strengthening related activities.


Translating the project-supported package of service delivery interventions into service-level standards or operating procedures consistent with national guidelines and policies
Review, analysis and assessment of service delivery data and reports for compliance with set quality standards
Provision of direct technical assistance and mentoring to quality teams and service delivery providers offering service interventions using evidence from analyzed service delivery data
Identification of quality areas in need of performance improvement and supporting the implementation of the models for change
On-site visits to support data abstraction and analysis to selected supported facilities to provide on-going technical assistance.
Review of monthly/quarterly reports from supported health facilities and sites and providing immediate technical guidance and recommendations related to tracked indicators and outcomes.
Mentoring facility CQI teams to build local capacity for CQI implementation and analysis and interpretation of results of implemented actions.
Assisting the facility CQI teams to abstract data after every improvement cycle to analyze the findings and recommend subsequent measures necessary to achieve set objectives.
Participating in the dissemination of results to the facility management and quality teams and facilitating the facility-wide adoption of CQI practices across key service delivery interventions.
Recommend and support the skills and knowledge update training to service providers in conjunction with the outreach mentorship and supervision teams.
Any other duties as assigned.

Minimum Recruitment Standard

Degree in Medicine is compulsory. Masters in Public Health, Medicine, or related discipline is an added advantage.
At least 6 years’ experience of implementing public health programs with special emphasis on HIV/AIDS surge context. Implementing program support function for at least 3 years of mid to senior management level (supervisory position) within an international or indigenous NGO.
Must have a minimum of six (6) years’ post-qualification experience in health systems strengthening, health financing, or human resource for health management.
At least 6 years of clinical current hands-on experience of providing integrated HIV/AIDS services to diverse patients in a large program-linked facility or very busy clinical practice.
Completed training in Quality Improvement models and participated in quality improvement projects for clinical interventions.
Advanced written and verbal communication skills.
Advanced knowledge of and experience using MS office packages including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook among others.
High level of integrity and inter personal skills
Must possess high-level relationship management/ advocacy skills
Must possess good report writing, presentation, data analytics and interpretation skills.
Ability to meet deadlines, be self-motivated and function optimally with minimal supervision.
Demonstrated creativity and innovativeness in adapting to challenging work environments.
Possess high-level systems and process improvement skills, strategic thinker with the ability to apply root cause analysis in problem solving.
Constructive and productive team player with good communication skills.
Ready to travel frequently to undertake field visits, accompany field teams and possess the ability to communicate well in diverse cultural settings. more

Job Description

S/he will provide technical and programmatic support primarily in the areas of HIV prevention, Community based HIV Care & Support for Vulnerable households affected by AIDS.
S/he will be responsible for implementing strategies designed to strengthen the linkages between the community-based care activities and health facilities providing HIV care and treatment towards ensuring a... continuum of care.
S/he will also support the strengthening of the capacity of implementing CBOs in the area of HIV prevention awareness creation, community mobilization for HIV counselling and testing, PMTCT and Early Infant Diagnosis (EID), improving referral and counter-referral systems between communities and facilities.
In addition, s/he will support the implementation of evidence-based interventions aimed at addressing HIV risk behaviours, HIV transmission.
Ensure 100% of HIV infected children in all the project supported Service Delivery Facilities are enrolled into the project OVC program.
Provide technical input for the development of strategies, design, and implementation of HIV Prevention/ Care & Support activities by the OVC Program; ensure activities improve access to HIV prevention and care services amongst project beneficiaries and their caregivers.
Direct CBOs towards overall technical quality — including adherence to technical standards, best practices and donor guidelines for all HIV Prevention care & support activities of the project.
Implement evidence-based health and nutrition interventions to indigent households by responding to identified prioritized health, nutrition, and PSS needs.
Work with CBOs and volunteers in using national guidelines to provide vulnerable households with access to quality healthcare.
Provide health, nutrition and PSS training and supervision to all relevant staff.
Contribute to the development of training modules and tools, and conduct relevant training and workshops for CBO staff such as IYCF training and activities.
and GON in line with identified capacity strengthening needs.
Promote excellent knowledge management and collaborative learning process at the project, program, and institutional levels, generating robust evidence for a project and programmatic learning that leads to action, decision making and influence.
Contribute to the documentation and dissemination of project efforts, achievements, lessons learned and innovations within the projects OVC Program and to the larger Nigerian and global technical community, as appropriate.
Ensure timely preparation of high-quality training and meeting reports.
Contribute to the development of monthly, quarterly and annual work-plans
Ensure relevant GON entities have the knowledge, skills, and tools to provide technical oversight to CBOs engaged in HIV Prevention Care & Support interventions.
Support CBOs and related GON entities to use quality improvement science and methodology to enhance the quality of HIV Prevention Care & Support interventions.
Support the GON planning processes, particularly at the state and local levels, for HIV Prevention Care & Support as it relates to vulnerable households
Any other duties as assigned.

Minimum Recruitment Standard

MS / MA in social works or a relevant Health Degree plus a minimum of 3-5years technical experience with community-level HIV Prevention, Care & Support programs.
Experience and knowledge of ART Surge Response is a major requirement.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with government and Community Based organizations and communities as well as transfer knowledge to diverse audiences through workshops, training, and meetings using participatory methods and adult learning principles.
Experience in supporting HIV Testing and Counselling programs in health facilities, mobile units and community outreaches
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and make reasoned judgments in a timely fashion. Committing to a course of action without undue delay or prevarication
Experience of dealing with difficult and sensitive situations in a professional manner.
Ability to work under pressure, efficiently handle multiple tasks, quickly find creative solutions to problems and challenges that arise, and manage stress and time in a fast-paced work and fluid operating environment.
Ability to foster and maintain a spirit of unity, teamwork, cooperation, and learning.
Willingness and ability to travel.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Sensitivity in working with multiple cultures and beliefs, and to gender equity.
Proficient with Microsoft Office software: MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.
Ability to work both independently and as a part of a team. more

Job Description

The incumbent will provide direct technical assistance to health care facilities in focal facilities.
Facilitate the Treatment for special populations- Children of KP, OVC, PMTCT Linkages & adolescent care and Pediatrics friendly clinics, transitioning and community ART, Pediatrics quality improvement- cascade management in supported states;
Provide staff training in the... clinical management of infants and children with HIV/AIDS, initiating and supervising pediatric ART clinics at the hospital level, providing ongoing mentoring and supportive supervision to pediatric clinicians, assist facility- based teams to develop/improve pediatric care systems, referral systems, adherence support systems, patient flow, medical records, etc.
The job holder will also serve as a resource for the evaluation of ongoing pediatric care and treatment programs, and in the subsequent development of new and/or expanded programs for the care and treatment of HIV/AIDS in infants, children, and teenagers.
Any other duties assigned.

Minimum Recruitment Standard

Degree in Medicine, Public Health or a related field. Advanced medical degree (MD preferred).
At least 3 years’ experience with a minimum of two years in pediatric HIV/AIDS care.
Excellent grasp of clinical issues and current literature in HIV/AIDS treatment.
Experience in clinical management of pediatrics HIV/AIDS cases and fellowship in Pediatrics will be an added advantage. more