Achieving Health Nigeria Initiative (AHNi) is an indigenous non-governmental organization that promotes socio-economic development by supporting a broad range of global health interventions, education, and economic initiatives in Nigeria. AHNi is an organization with robust interest in advancing the collective goals of the people and communities served. AHNi currently has its headquarters in Abuja, Nigeria.

To strengthen our operations and interventions in the country, we are seeking qualified candidates for the following position:

SENIOR TECHNICAL OFFICER GENDER, OVC & COMM. ENG: 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.

Method of application: Interested and qualified Candidates should forward a suitability statement (application) and resume (CV) as a single MS Word document to: AHNi-PCTJobs@ahnigeria.org

Vacancy closes: Wednesday 15^th January 2024

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 short-listed candidates will be contacted.

AHNi is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Disclaimer: AHNi does not charge Candidates a fee for a test or interview