The Institute of Human Virology (IHVN) is a leading and reputable non-governmental organization addressing infectious and non-infectious diseases such as HIV, tuberculosis, and cancer through prevention, diagnosis, treatment, capacity building, research, and care and support services. IHVN is in partnership with local and international organizations and the different tiers of the government of Nigeria at the national, state, and local levels. The Institute aims to provide quality health services, capacity building, and research in West Africa and beyond.
The Lagos State Malaria Impact Project is implemented by a consortium with the Lagos State Government, the Institute of Human Virology Nigeria, and the Society for Family Health as the Sub-Recipient and other Implementing Entities.
To drive quality and engender global best practices in HIV, TB, and Malaria care and treatment, IHVN is seeking qualified candidates for the following position:
Position | Program Manager Clinical Care |
Reports to: | The Project Director |
Location: | Lagos State |
Opening Date: 25th July 2023
Closing Date: 31st July 2023
Job Description
Under the supervision of the Project Director Malaria Impact Project, He/ She will ensure high-quality Malaria prevention and control services. He/ She will collaborate closely with the National Malaria Elimination Program (NMEP) and other relevant stakeholders while leading the day-to-day implementation of all malaria prevention and control strategies at health facilities and providing guidance for program implementation according to the National Treatment Guidelines and policies.
Responsibilities:
- Provide technical assistance for diagnosing and managing uncomplicated and complicated/severe malaria and prevention, including Intermittent Preventive Treatment to pregnant women (IPTp) of malaria for service delivery, encompassing capacity-building tools, guidelines, SOPs, and other policy documents.
- Provide technical support, including capacity building to State National Malaria Elimination Program staff and existing Project staff in improving malaria prevention and control services.
- Coordinate with the NMEP, SMEP, and other stakeholders to determine all capacity-building needs for implementing the clinical management of malaria and identify suitable opportunities to deploy appropriate resources to meet these needs.
- Work in close collaboration with the FMOH, SMOH, NMEP, SMEP, and other stakeholders on the identification of technical assistance required to achieve the expected outcomes for the Malaria Impact Grant Project
- Keep the Project Leadership informed of progress, constraints, and other issues regularly and assist with identifying appropriate responses.
- Represent IHVN in presenting periodic reports to relevant stakeholders through meetings, conferences, etc.
- Produce weekly and monthly project updates and reports and monthly activity plans for community-based malaria interventions.
- Any other assigned responsibilities.
Requirements
- Good communication (oral and written) and facilitation skills with proficiency in computer programming – Word processing, spreadsheet, presentation skills, and video conferencing are required.
- Proficiency in data analysis, and utilization to guide implementation.
- Proficiency in program narrative and proposal writing.
- Ability to work under pressure to meet organizational targets/goals.
- Ability to evaluate data and prepare quality reports, often under pressure and in complex situations.
- Being goal oriented with the ability to plan and organize, make decisions, manage time, and practice critical thinking.
- Good interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team.
- Stakeholder management skills and ability to appropriately represent the organization before donors and other stakeholders.
- Good experience using Ms. Word, Excel, or PowerPoint and other applicable software related to the position.
Education and experience
- Academic training:
- Must possess a degree in Medical Sciences (MBBS or equivalent).
- Master’s level/ Postgraduate qualification in Public Health, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, or Obstetrics is also required.
- Must be registered with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria
- Experience
- At least 7 years of experience working with Malaria programs at various levels.
- At least 5 years of experience implementing Malaria Case Management activities.
- Experience in building capacity at individual and organizational levels.
- Demonstrate knowledge of Malaria Case Management guidelines and policies.
- Excellent personal communication skills in written and verbal English,
- Fundamental skills in project planning, implementation, and monitoring.
- Ability to work independently and deliver quality work on time.
- Good interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team.
- High impact influencing and persuasive skills, and able to represent the organization to donors and other stakeholders.
- Good experience using Ms. Word, Excel, or PowerPoint applicable software related to the position.
Equal employment opportunity statement
IHVN is an equal employment employer. We do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on religion, gender, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, genetic information, or any other status or characteristic protected under applicable laws.
Mode of Application:
- Application letter and detailed curriculum vitae in Microsoft Word format should be forwarded to the Assistant Director, Human Resources through this email address:[email protected] This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
- This advert closes 14 days from the date of this publication, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.