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.