HTS and Prevention Officer

Country
  • Nigeria
City
  • Cross River
Organization
  • Jhpiego
Type
  • Job
Career Category
  • Program/Project Management
Years of experience
  • 5-9 years
Theme
  • HIV/Aids

Overview

The HTS & Prevention officer will actively participate in the development, modification, and/or adaptation of appropriate technical strategies and tailored approaches for improving access to HTS including rapid HIV testing, “provider-initiated” testing and testing (PITC) in medical settings, and facility- and community-based HTS, including targeted index testing. The will directly anchor all HTS strategy development and implementation with fidelity, H/She will supervise community and facility HTS adhoc teams to improve accountability and efficiency in program implementation.

Required Qualifications:

  • Diploma in Clinical Medicine or BSC in Nursing, BSc in science and related field.
  • MPH or Master’s degree in a health-related field is an added advantage.
  • Certified HTS supervisor and a National HTS Trainer.
  • 5+ years’ experience working as a supervisor in a PEPFAR supported program
  • Excellent computer skills in Microsoft word, excel, outlook and power point
  • Results oriented with a demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines with competing tasks.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills

How to apply

Method of Application:

Interested and qualified candidates should send their updated CV to [email protected] using “Position&Location” as the subject of the email.

Application Closing date:

Close of Business Monday 12th October 2020

Note:

· CV and Cover Letter as ONE SINGLE WORD document

· The title/subject of your email and application should be the position you are applying for.

· Candidates that do not comply with the application instruction will be disqualified.

· Female applicants and qualified applicants from developing countries are especially encouraged to apply

· We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.

· Only shortlisted candidates will receive an invitation for an interview

· Any successful candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation.

· There will be travel requirements and opportunities both within Nigeria.

· JHU is an Equal Opportunity Employer

For further information about Jhpiego, please visit our website at www.jhpiego.org

To help us with our recruitment effort, please indicate in your email/cover letter where (ngotenders.net) you saw this job posting.

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