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Job Title: Senior Technical Officer – Gender, OVC & Community Engagement
Responsibilities
- The incumbent will provide technical leadership and support related to programs addressing PLWHIV and OVCs at the State and Community level.
- S/He will develop and strengthen capacity in implementing effective gender and OVC strategies for the ACE project by identifying gender gaps in HIV care and treatment, OVCs, performing a rapid needs assessment of identified OVCs and providing services to OVCs’ siblings and caretakers.
- S/He will also establish and maintaining effective referral networks, fostering an environment to provide the OVC minimum package of services within a quality technical program.
- S/He will strengthen demand, retention and adherence in antiretroviral treatment (ART) programs, increase the meaningful involvement of communities, including people living with HIV, in program planning, monitoring, and delivery; strengthen structures such as community health workers to link communities and health care facilities; and empower communities to actively engage with the health care system to respond to their health needs.
Minimum Recruitment Standard
- MB.BS/MD or similar degree with 5 to 7 years of progressive relevant experience in clinical care with a sound understanding of HIV/AIDS, with provision of HTS, PMTCT, anti-retroviral therapy (ART), TB HIV collaboration, care and support in resource-constrained settings
- Possession of an MPH or post graduate degree in a related field is an advantage
- Solid working knowledge (practical skills) in the following areas: OVC, HBC, VCT, Counselling, and ART.
- Experience in project development with proven experience in the planning and facilitation of training is required
- Familiarity with Nigerian public sector health systems and NGOs and CBOs is highly desirable.
Application Instructions:
The application deadline is no Friday, 24th January, 2025. Qualified and interested candidates should send their updated Resume to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the email.
Official Job Website: https://ahnigeria.org/
Note
- Only applications sent electronically (i.e., by e-mail) with the job title and location clearly indicated as the subject of the mail will be considered and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- AHNi is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- Disclaimer: AHNi does not charge Candidates a fee for a test or interview.
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