Vacancies: Senior Technical Officer (HCT/Referrals), Senior Technical Officer (MCH)
Achieving Health Nigeria Initiative (AHNi) is a non-profit organization that promotes socio-economic development by supporting global health and economic initiatives in Nigeria. AHNi was established as an affiliate of FHI 360 Nigeria to sustain her achievements in strengthening indigenous organizational capacity in Nigeria. We are seeking qualified candidates for the following positions that are contingent on award:
Position: Senior Technical Officer (HCT/Referrals)
(Medical Services Department)
No. Required: (1)
Location: Lagos
- The Senior Technical Officer (HCT/Referrals) will coordinate and provide technical leadership and expertise in developing and managing the referral network for HIV-related cares, support and treatment services, support counseling and testing and community mobilization activities and work with support groups in the area of peer education in AHNI Nigeria Programs.
Minimum Recruitment Standards:
- BS/BA in management, social sciences, public health or are related field with7-9 years post national youth service corps experience at the community level, in the private health sector or in resource constrained settings. Or MS/MA in management, social sciences, public health or a related field with 5-7 years post national youth service corps experience at the community level, in the private health sector or in resource constrained settings. Or MBBS/MD/PhD in management, social sciences, or a related field with 5-7 years post national youth service corps experience at the community level, in the private health sector or in resource constrained settings.
- Minimum of 3 years experience working with PLHA and support groups of PLHA. Possession of an MPH or post graduate degree in a related field is an advantage. Familiarity with Nigerian public sector health systems and NGOs and CBOs is highly desirable.
Position: Senior Technical Officer (MCH)
(Medical Services Department)
No. Required: (1)
Location: Lagos
- The Senior Technical Officer (MCH) will provide technical and programmatic leadership and support to IMNCH strategies and approaches related to implementation of high quality care and support activities. The primary responsibility is to provide project management and technical advice on maternal and child health, including, emergency neonatal and obstetric care, diarrhoeal disease, H1V/A1DS, nutrition and immunization activities.
Minimum Recruitment Standards:
- MB.BS/MD/PHD or similar degree with 3 to 5 years of progressive relevant experience in clinical care with a sound understanding of HIV/AIDS with provision of PMTCT and anti-retroviral therapy (ART) in resource constrained settings. Possession of an MPH or post graduate degree in a related field is an advantage. 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:
Please forward your resume (CV) and an excel document in the format below in a single email not later than 2nd October, 2011 to: MedicalServicesJobs@ahnigeria.org
| Position Title | Location Applying for | First Name | Middle Name | Surname | Highest Education (Ph.D., Masters, Bachelor, OND, HND, etc. | Name of degree | Other Degree |
