Africa Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET) recruitment in Abuja

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Africa Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET) is the umbrella organization for applied epidemiology training, programs in Africa. It oversees the Field Epidemiology (and Laboratory) Training Programs (FETP) in 16 countries of Africa.
FETP is modeled after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Epidemic Intelligence Service (EIS). The main objective of AFENET through its FETP is to build and offer epidemiological services in the country for strengthening public health systems particularly disease surveillance and response, The program is partly funded by the US President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR). AFENET’s current focus is on interventions for the control of priority diseases in Nigeria, including HIV/AIDS.

Africa Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET) is recruiting to fill the job positions of:

Job Title: Monitoring & Evaluation Officer
Location: Abuja
Work Hours: Full time, 40 hours/week
Duties and Responsibilities

Work with the state government and facilities to provide support and guidance on program/project monitoring and evaluation activities and on US Government and Government of Nigeria reporting requirements.
Provide support to sites in each PEPFAR supported state, including interacting with site Program Managers, M&E focal points, M&E officers of SACA/SASCP, other Implementing Agencies and local research groups on needs and ensuring that these parties understand and can support these requirements.
Work with local partners to support the correct implementation and use of monitoring and evaluation tools, and adherence to complete, correct and timely reporting.
Conduct routine monitoring visits to project sites, including the conduct of data quality assessments (DQAs) using official tools, assist in the preparation of monthly reports, and provide supportive supervision.
Ensure that the quality of program/project activities adheres to SOPs by supporting the development and implementation of appropriate mechanisms to ensure quality.
Provide direct technical assistance and capacity building in the design and implementation of the program/project Monitoring and Enhanced Evaluation components of the activities in the communities served.
Assist in the development and maintenance of computerized data capture of the program and provide technical assistance and training to the staff at the sites responsible for data entry.
On a monthly basis, analyze state-level data and provide approved reports to State Office, National Office and local partners or other relevant parties.
Build capacity of local partners in project monitoring and with program staff and local partners, use program/project monitoring data to modify existing programs and design new programs.
Document lessons learned and best practices in monitoring and evaluation, according to CDC and PEPFAR guidelines.
Represent AFENET and make presentations at professional meetings and conferences related to Monitoring and Evaluation.
Remain informed of current issues regarding Monitoring and Evaluation of programs in the HIV/AIDS/STI fields by review of current literature; be alert to any implication of such research for project and program activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
Education/Experience:

A university degree in Medicine, Pharmacy, Statistics, Epidemiology and Computer Science with 3 years relevant experience in monitoring and evaluation and a sound understanding of HIV/AIDS with provision of PMTCT and anti-retroviral therapy (ART) in resource constrained settings. An MPH or its equivalent will be an added advantage.
Or BSc/BA in Statistics, Pharmacy, Microbiology, Monitoring and Evaluation or in relevant degree with 5 to 7 years relevant experience in monitoring and evaluation with a sound understanding of HIV/AIDS with provision of PMTCT and anti-retroviral therapy (ART) in resource constrained settings. An MPH or its equivalent will be an added advantage.
An experience / graduate of the FELTP will be an added advantage
Adequate experience with the National/ State/PEPFAR/ Global Funds SI system is highly desirable.
Demonstrated experience in the design, implementation and management of health monitoring and evaluation systems.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation practices, methods, tools and guidelines
Must have the ability to obtain, analyze, organize and interpret data and present findings in both oral and written form effectively to technical and non-technical colleagues.
Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office package applications and a statistical package such as Epi info, SPSS, SAS or STATA
Knowledge of and experience in health information management systems and database maintenance.
Knowledge of and practical experience in health-related research and ethical requirements.
Excellent (fluent) English writing and verbal communication skills with strong interpersonal skills.
Team player with ability to work with minimal supervision.
Have a clear understanding of the health system structure in HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria environment within the country.
Have a supportive attitude towards processes of strengthening local partners and building local capacities for self-management.
Be willing to undertake regular field visits with a team approach to program implementation and be able to manage several major activities simultaneously
Ability to interact with and engage stakeholders at different levels.
Flexible, willing to travel and work weekends

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Job Title: Field Coordinator
Location: Abuja
Work Hours: Full time, 40 hours/week
Objective

To serve as Field Coordinators over a period of 12-24 months. The incumbents will be responsible for providing technical and academic support to residents of the NFELTP posted to various states.

Basic Functions of the Position

Provide technical and academic support for the residents of the NFELTP:
Guide residents of the program in preparing protocols and tools in the design and conduct of the FELTP practical outputs including study protocols, outbreak investigations and scientific write up.
Supervise the residents on the field during outbreak investigation.
Provide appropriate guidance to residents in the evaluation of public health surveillance systems and analysis of surveillance dataset.
Proof-read and help residents to finalize reports of outbreak investigations, public health surveillance evaluation and analysis of surveillance dataset.
Support residents to develop abstracts for national and international scientific conferences as well as presentations at NFELTP organized seminars.
Support residents to develop manuscript for publication in peer reviewed journals.
Ensure residents bound volumes and the Epi-track database is up to date.
Assist in teaching didactic sessions of the program

Position Requirements
Note: All applicants are instructed to address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each criterion.

A degree in Medicine (MBBS or MD) or Veterinary Medicine (DVM), Laboratory sciences, Public Health, Epidemiology or other related fields.
Post graduate degree in public health, epidemiology or other related fields. The postgraduate degree should preferably be field epidemiology or applied epidemiology in nature or its equivalent.
Preferably an NFELTP graduate with graduation certificate from the university and NFELTP completion proof.
Minimum of eight (8) years post qualification (or post first degree) experience. Those with past experience in mentoring and supervising trainees at graduate and postgraduate level will have an added advantage. Graduates of NFELTP will be preferred.
Previous experience with HIV/AIDS program and Vaccine Preventable Disease activities will be an added advantage
Professional training and extensive knowledge in field epidemiology including publication and presentation at international conferences.
Good understanding of NFELTP programs will be an added advantage
Excellent relationship with partner ministries, department and agencies of Government
Level IV (fluency) Speaking/ Writing in English is required.
Incumbent should possess basic computer skills with experience in Microsoft Word & Excel packages and data analysis statistical software.

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Job Title: HIV Strategic Information Advisor
Location: Abuja
Work Hours: Full time, 40 hours/week
Duties and Responsibilities

Provide technical oversight to States / regional and site staff on HIV program indicators, reporting and data quality issues.
Oversee the development and periodic review of program reporting protocol and target distribution to relevant organizations.
Develop indicator matrices in line with indicator requirements.
Oversee the development of Standard Operating Procedures for Program Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting.
Provide supervision of Electronic Medical Records implementation and report generation in supported facilities.
Active participation and supervision of Quality Improvement activities.
Review monthly program indicator and narrative reports and oversee the generation of program reports
Ensure the preparation of adhoc reports as required and requested.
Ensure the utilization of standardized monitoring and evaluation indicators and tools for consistency in measurement.
Provide trainings and guidance on program indicators and Data Collection Tools at sites
Participate in the development of Performance Implementation Plans, Monitoring &Evaluation operational plans, performance framework and Strategic Information (SI) workplan and budget.
Participate in grant writing activities and responding to the SI requirements.
Oversee the generation of regular gap analysis to show program/ regional progress towards achieving set targets.
Participate in health system strengthening activities which include, but not limited to capacity building at the facility and state levels, advocacy to state officers and facility management.
Provide strategic technical assistance to the government agencies and wider State response on theories, strategies and approaches for monitoring and evaluation at the national and sub-national level.
Support improved availability and use of monitoring, evaluation and surveillance data for program planning, evaluation, and policy advocacy.
Represent the organization at meetings.
Perform other duties as assigned by the HIV Advisor and the AFENET Resident Advisor.

Minimum Qualifications
Education/Experience:

A university degree in medicine, pharmacy, statistics, epidemiology and computer science.
An MPH or its equivalent.
An experience/ graduate of the FELTP program will be an added advantage
Minimum of 7 years working experience in relevant field.
Minimum of 2 years’ experience with HIV/AIDS, TB and malaria programs or related health service programs; and/or impact mitigation programs in the West African context.
Adequate experience with the National/ State/PEPFAR/ Global Funds SI system is highly desirable.
Demonstrated experience in the design, implementation and management of health monitoring and evaluation systems.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation practices, methods, tools and guidelines
Must have the ability to obtain, analyze, organize and interpret data and present findings in both oral and written forms effectively to technical and non-technical colleagues.
Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office package applications and a statistical package such as Epi info, SPSS, SAS or STATA
Knowledge of and experience in health information management systems and database maintenance.
Knowledge of and practical experience in health-related research and ethical requirements.
Excellent (fluent) English written and verbal communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.
Team player with ability to work with minimal supervision.
Have a clear understanding of the health system structure in HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria environment within the country.
Have a supportive attitude towards processes of strengthening local partners and building local capacities for self-management.
Be willing to undertake regular field visits with a team approach to program implementation and be able to manage several major activities simultaneously
Ability to interact with and engage stakeholders at different levels.
Flexible, willing to travel and work weekends

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Job Title: DHIS2 Officer
Location: Abuja
Work Hours: Full time, 40 hours/week
Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will provide technical support to users of DHIS2 at all levels and will modify and update the DHIS2 modules in accordance with program requirement and specification.
Support the implementation of the HIV/AIDS NHMIS scale up plan in the states
Provide technical leadership to the State HIV teams on the use of the DHIS2 HIV dashboard for data driven decision making
Build capacity of state and LGA government officers to enter data, analyze and provide regular reports using DHIS2.
Work with SO’s, M&E officers, HMIS officers and others as indicated to analyze collected data and provide feedback to State and Local government RE teams
Liaise with AFENET HIV Data Management Team to provide regular feedback and troubleshoot problems
Provide mentoring, support and supervision to state facilities working on HIV on data collection, data entry and appropriate use of HIV reporting tools
Develop Monthly technical report following all supportive supervision activities conducted
Train State and LGA HIV teams on data management
Perform other duties as assigned by the HIV Advisor and Resident Advisor.

Minimum Qualifications
Education/Experience:

Must possess a first degree in statistics/medical sciences /demography/social sciences or its equivalent in a relevant field.
Postgraduate degree or equivalent in data management, public health, epidemiology or other health related disciplines
Possess at least 3-year experience in data management or monitoring and evaluation
Must have documented minimum of one (1) year experience in the use of DHIS 1.4 and 2.0.
Experience in managing data at national, state or LGA level.
Proficiency in use of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, Epi info and SPSS.
S/He must possess ability to analyse and interpret both quantitative and qualitative data to inform programming.
A good understanding of HIV/AIDS programs
Adequate experience with the National/ State/PEPFAR/ Global Funds HIV and Systems is highly desirable.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Good understanding of the PEPFAR and National HIV/AIDS systems and thematic areas
Experience with working a wide range of implementing partners in Nigeria
Must be familiar with the various National, PEPFAR and WHO guidelines for treatment, care and Support, PMTCT, Strategic information and other key HIV programs
Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation practices, methods, tools and guidelines
Must have the ability to obtain, analyze, organize and interpret data and present findings in both oral and written form effectively to technical and non-technical colleagues.
Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office package applications and a statistical package such as Epi info, SPSS, SAS or STATA
Knowledge of and experience in health information management systems and database maintenance.
Knowledge of and practical experience in health-related research and ethical requirements.
Excellent (fluent) English written and verbal communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.
Team player with ability to work without supervision.
Have a clear understanding of the health system structure in HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria environment within the country.

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Job Title: HIV Advisor
Location: Abuja
Work Hours: Full time, 40 hours/week
Duties and Responsibilities

Lead the AFENET HIV program and take responsibility for the AFENET HIV strategy and implementation.
Guide the Strategic Information unit of AFENET on delivery of mandate
Coordinate the design and implementation of strategies that will increase participation of NFELTP in HIV/AIDs related programs
Support the delivery of PEPFAR objectives in Nigeria and support specific HIV activities as may be assigned to the program by CDC or the Government. These include (but not limited to) HIV data system strengthening, HIV/AIDS surveys, HIV assessments and evaluations.
Supervise and mentor NFELTP residents in all activities to achieve key deliverables, with extra focus on HIV/AIDS related activities
Identify HIV/AIDS research priorities and strengthening of HIV/AIDS related operational research of NFELTP including residents’ thesis design, review and finalization
In collaboration with other advisors and residents, design, plan, implement and evaluate projects on HIV/AIDS and other diseases
Guide residents of the program in preparing protocols and tools in the design and conduct of the NFELTP practical outputs including study protocols, outbreak investigations and scientific write up with additional focus particularly HIV related ones
Provide appropriate guidance to residents in the evaluation of public health surveillance systems and analysis of surveillance dataset with focus on HIV
Support residents to develop HIV manuscript for publication in peer reviewed journals
Work with the state government and facilities to provide support and guidance on program/project monitoring and evaluation activities and on US Government and Government of Nigeria reporting requirements.
Provide support to sites in the each PEPFAR supported states, including interacting with site Program Managers, M&E focal points, M&E officers of SACA/SASCP, other Implementing Agencies and local research groups on needs and ensuring that these parties understand and can support these requirements.
Work with local partners to support the correct implementation and use of monitoring and evaluation tools, and adherence to complete, correct and timely reporting.
Ensure that the quality of program/project activities adheres to SOPs by supporting the development and implementation of appropriate mechanisms to ensure quality.
Provide direct technical assistance and capacity building in the design and implementation of the program/project Monitoring and Enhanced Evaluation components of the activities in the communities served.
Assist in the development and maintenance of computerized data capture of the program and provide technical assistance and training to the staff at the sites responsible for data entry.
Build capacity of local partners in project monitoring and with program staff and local partners, use program/project monitoring data to modify existing programs and design new programs.
Represent AFENET and makes presentations at professional meetings and conferences related to Monitoring and Evaluation.
Remain informed of current issues regarding HIV/AIDS/STI/TB fields by review of current literature; be alert to any implication of such research for project and program activities.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Resident Advisor.

Minimum Qualifications
Education/Experience:

A university degree in Medicine with an MPH or its equivalent, with 7-10 years relevant experience in HIV/AIDS programs including deep knowledge of Strategic Information (operational research, monitoring and evaluation and HIV Surveillance).
A sound understanding of HIV/AIDS programs with provision of PMTCT and anti-retroviral therapy (ART) in resource constrained settings.
An experience with the NFELTP program will be an added advantage
Adequate experience with the National/ State/PEPFAR/ Global Funds HIV and Systems is highly desirable.
Demonstrated experience in the leadership, design, implementation, management and tracking/monitoring of HIV programs and events.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Good understanding of the PEPFAR and National HIV/AIDS systems and thematic areas
Experience working with a wide range of implementing partners in Nigeria
Must be familiar with the various National, PEPFAR and WHO guidelines for treatment, care and support, PMTCT, Strategic information and other key HIV programs
Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation practices, methods, tools and guidelines
Must have the ability to obtain, analyze, organize and interpret data, and present findings in both oral and written forms effectively to technical and non-technical colleagues.
Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office package applications and a statistical package such as Epi info, SPSS, SAS or STATA
Knowledge of and experience in health information management systems and database maintenance.
Knowledge of and practical experience in health-related research and ethical requirements.
Excellent (fluent) English writing and verbal communication skills with strong interpersonal skills.
Team player with ability to work without supervision.
Have a clear understanding of the health system structure in HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria environment within the country.
Have a supportive attitude towards processes of strengthening local partners and building local capacities for self-management.
Be willing to undertake regular field visits with a team approach to program implementation and be able to manage several major activities simultaneously
Ability to interact with and engage stakeholders at different levels.
Flexible, willing to travel and work on weekends

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Salary
Competitive based on qualification and experience.

Note

Candidates should submit their applications addressing the minimum requirements as per the advertisement and current curriculum vitae with details of their referees in a single file format. Any other documentation (e.g. publications, certificates, awards, copies of degrees earned) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position will be required if shortlisted.
Candidates should indicate appropriate position in their application letter.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Application Deadline 15th December, 2015.

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