APIN Public Health Initiatives Recruitment 2020 Is Out | Apply Now

Are you a graduate or non-graduate seeking for a job opportunity in Nigeria? If yes, here’s an opportunity for you. The APIN Public Health Initiatives is currently recruiting to fill the available positions. Read more details below;

APIN Public Health Initiatives is a non-governmental donor-funded organization dedicated to the prevention, treatment, care and support of diseases of public health importance in Nigeria, including HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria, among others. APIN works in partnership with the Federal and State Governments of Nigeria, United States Center for Disease Control (CDC), as well as the Global Fund to fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria in Nigeria.

We seek to recruit qualified persons to fill critical positions necessary for programme implementation. To this effect, we are seeking qualified and suitable candidates to fill the vacant positions below:

Job Title: Assistant Technical Officer – Laboratory Services

Job Reference Code: APO603
Location: Ondo

Abridged Profile

• The successful person will provide support in the delivery of quality laboratory services that supports the implementation of Comprehensive HIV Care and Treatment program in supported facilities at the focus States.
• S/He will work with all relevant stakeholders to ensure the delivery of quality services in line with national guidelines and protocols and international best practices.

Qualifications and Experience

• Must possess a degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences or its equivalent
• Minimum of three to five (3-5) years experience in oversighting clinical laboratory services to support comprehensive HIV Care and Treatment program at the granular level.

Job Title: Assistant Technical Officer – Laboratory Services

Job Reference Code: APO602
Location: Ogun

Abridged Profile

• The successful person will provide support in the delivery of quality laboratory services that supports the implementation of Comprehensive HIV Care and Treatment program in supported facilities at the focus States.
• S/He will work with all relevant stakeholders to ensure the delivery of quality services in line with national guidelines and protocols and international best practices.

Qualifications and Experience

• Must possess a degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences or its equivalent
• Minimum of three to five (3-5) years experience in oversighting clinical laboratory services to support comprehensive HIV Care and Treatment program at the granular level.

Job Title: Assistant Technical Officer – Laboratory Services

Job Reference Code: APO601
Location: Abuja

Abridged Profile

• The successful person will provide support in the delivery of quality laboratory services that supports the implementation of Comprehensive HIV Care and Treatment program in supported facilities at the focus States.
• S/He will work with all relevant stakeholders to ensure the delivery of quality services in line with national guidelines and protocols and international best practices.

Qualifications and Experience

• Must possess a degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences or its equivalent
• Minimum of three to five (3-5) years experience in oversighting clinical laboratory services to support comprehensive HIV Care and Treatment program at the granular level.

Job Title: Technical Associate – Pharmacy & Supply Chain

Job Reference Code: PSC701
Location: Plateau

Job Description

• The successful candidate will support all clinical pharmacy and supply chain management activities of the program in the designated location.
• S/He will be responsible for the delivery of quality antiretroviral therapy (ART) services, through ensuring an efficient supply of medicines and delivering client-oriented services to promote appropriate use.

Qualifications and Experience

• Must possess a university degree in degree (Bachelor of Pharmacy / Pharmaceutical Services / Doctor of Pharmacy) from a recognized institution.
• Possession of Master’s Degree in Public Health or related field would be added advantage.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience working in public health programs, with a focus on HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment.

Job Title: Technical Associate – Pharmacy & Supply Chain

Job Reference Code: PSC700
Location: Ondo

Job Description

• The successful candidate will support all clinical pharmacy and supply chain management activities of the program in the designated location.
• S/He will be responsible for the delivery of quality antiretroviral therapy (ART) services, through ensuring an efficient supply of medicines and delivering client-oriented services to promote appropriate use.

Qualifications and Experience

• Must possess a university degree in degree (Bachelor of Pharmacy / Pharmaceutical Services / Doctor of Pharmacy) from a recognized institution.
• Possession of Master’s Degree in Public Health or related field would be added advantage.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience working in public health programs, with a focus on HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment.

Job Title: Program Associate – Prevention & Community Services

Reference Code: PA404
Location: Osun

Abridged Profile

• This position will assist in providing technical and programmatic support closely with the State Team Lead, to drive community based programs (including OVC) in the Prevention & Community directorate in close working relationship with stakeholders; CSOs, supported health facilities, relevant government agencies and network of PLHIVs, in the implementation of community-based programs(including OVC).

Qualifications and Experience

• Must possess a minimum of first degree in Sciences or Social Sciences.
• Must possess a minimum of 3 years cognate experience in an NGO or donor-funded environment with expertise in the design, implementation and monitoring of HIV Prevention, Care & Support program (including OVC).

Job Title: Program Associate – Prevention & Community Services

Reference Code: PA403
Location: Benue

Abridged Profile

• This position will assist in providing technical and programmatic support closely with the State Team Lead, to drive community-based programs (including OVC) in the Prevention & Community directorate in close working relationship with stakeholders; CSOs, supported health facilities, relevant government agencies and network of PLHIVs in the implementation of community-based programs(including OVC).

Qualifications and Experience

• Must possess a minimum of first degree in Sciences or Social Sciences.
• Must possess a minimum of 3 years cognate experience in an NGO or donor-funded environment with expertise in the design, implementation and monitoring of HIV Prevention, Care & Support program (including OVC).

Job Title: Assistant Technical Officer – Laboratory Services

Job Reference Code: APO604
Location: Benue

Abridged Profile

• The successful person will provide support in the delivery of quality laboratory services that supports the implementation of Comprehensive HIV Care and Treatment program in supported facilities at the focus States.
• S/He will work with all relevant stakeholders to ensure the delivery of quality services in line with national guidelines and protocols and international best practices.

Qualifications and Experience

• Must possess a degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences or its equivalent
• Minimum of three to five (3-5) years experience in oversighting clinical laboratory services to support comprehensive HIV Care and Treatment program at the granular level.

Job Title: Program Associate – Prevention & Community Services

Reference Code: PA405
Location: Ekiti

Abridged Profile

• This position will assist in providing technical and programmatic support closely with the State Team Lead, to drive community-based programs (including OVC) in the Prevention & Community directorate in close working relationship with stakeholders; CSOs, supported health facilities, relevant government agencies and network of PLHIVs, in the implementation of community-based programs (including OVC).

Qualifications and Experience

• Must possess a minimum of first degree in Sciences or Social Sciences.
• Must possess a minimum of 3 years cognate experience in an NGO or donor-funded environment with expertise in the design, implementation and monitoring of HIV Prevention, Care & Support program (including OVC).

Job Title: Technical Associate, Laboratory Services

Job Reference Code: PA600
Location: Abuja

Job Description

• The successful person will provide support in the delivery of quality laboratory services that supports the implementation of Comprehensive HIV Care and Treatment program in supported facilities at the focus States.
• S/He will work with all relevant stakeholders to ensure the delivery of quality services in line with national guidelines and protocols and international best practices.

Qualifications and Experience

• Must possess a degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences or its equivalent
• Possession of relevant experience in managing laboratory programs in support of comprehensive HIV Care and Treatment will be an advantage.

Job Title: Technical Associate – Clinical Services

Job Reference Code: TA306
Location: Benue

Abridged Profile

• The job holder will work with the Technical Lead in the State to provide technical and programmatic support to sites in delivering and monitoring high quality HIV/AIDS services in the areas of ART, PMTCT, HIV/TB and other services in line with the national guidelines and international best practices.

Qualifications and Experience

• Must possess a medical degree (MBBS or equivalent) from a recognized institution.
• Minimum of 1 year cognate experience in HIV clinical/program management.
• Possession of experience in TB, MNCH, RH and malaria programs would be an advantage

Job Title: Technical Associate – Clinical Services

Job Reference Code: TA305
Location: Plateau

Abridged Profile

• The job holder will work with the Technical Lead in the State to provide technical and programmatic support to sites in delivering and monitoring high quality HIV/AIDS services in the areas of ART, PMTCT, HIV/TB and other services in line with the national guidelines and international best practices.

Qualifications and Experience

• Must possess a medical degree (MBBS or equivalent) from a recognized institution.
• Minimum of 1 year cognate experience in HIV clinical/program management.
• Possession of experience in TB, MNCH, RH and malaria programs would be an advantage

Job Title: Technical Associate – Clinical Services

Job Reference Code: TA304
Location: Oyo

Abridged Profile

• The job holder will work with the Technical Lead in the State to provide technical and programmatic support to sites in delivering and monitoring high quality HIV/AIDS services in the areas of ART, PMTCT, HIV/TB and other services in line with the national guidelines and international best practices.

Qualifications and Experience

• Must possess a medical degree (MBBS or equivalent) from a recognized institution.
• Minimum of 1 year cognate experience in HIV clinical/program management.
• Possession of experience in TB, MNCH, RH and malaria programs would be an advantage

Job Title: Senior Program Associate – Prevention & Community Services

Job Reference Code: SPA402
Location: Ogun

Job Description

• The successful candidate will assist in providing technical and programmatic support as well as work closely with the Programs Officer to drive HIV prevention and Community-based programs (including OVC) in the Prevention & Community directorate in close working relationship with stakeholders; CSOs, supported health facilities, relevant government agencies and network of PLHIV.

Qualifications and Experience

• Must possess a first degree in Sciences or Social Sciences.
• Minimum of four (4) years cognate experience in an NGO or donor-funded environment with expertise in the design, implementation and monitoring of HIV Prevention, Care & Support program (including OVC).

Job Title: Technical Associate – Clinical Services

Job Reference Code: TA303
Location: Osun

Abridged Profile

• The job holder will work with the Technical Lead in the State to provide technical and programmatic support to sites in delivering and monitoring high quality HIV/AIDS services in the areas of ART, PMTCT, HIV/TB and other services in line with the national guidelines and international best practices.

Qualifications and Experience

• Must possess a medical degree (MBBS or equivalent) from a recognized institution.
• Minimum of 1 year cognate experience in HIV clinical/program management.
• Possession of experience in TB, MNCH, RH and malaria programs would be an advantage

Job Title: Senior Program Associate – Prevention & Community Services

Job Reference Code: SPA401
Location: Benue

Job Description

• The successful candidate will assist in providing technical and programmatic support as well as work closely with the Programs Officer to drive HIV prevention and Community-based programs (including OVC) in the Prevention & Community directorate in close working relationship with stakeholders; CSOs, supported health facilities, relevant government agencies and network of PLHIV.

Qualifications and Experience

• Must possess a first degree in Sciences or Social Sciences.
• Minimum of four (4) years cognate experience in an NGO or donor-funded environment with expertise in the design, implementation and monitoring of HIV Prevention, Care & Support program (including OVC).

Job Title: Technical Associate – Clinical Services

Job Reference Code: TA302
Location: Ogun

Abridged Profile

• The job holder will work with the Technical Lead in the State to provide technical and programmatic support to sites in delivering and monitoring high quality HIV/AIDS services in the areas of ART, PMTCT, HIV/TB and other services in line with the national guidelines and international best practices.

Qualifications and Experience

• Must possess a medical degree (MBBS or equivalent) from a recognized institution.
• Minimum of 1 year cognate experience in HIV clinical/program management.
• Possession of experience in TB, MNCH, RH and malaria programs would be an advantage

Job Title: Program Officer (OVC) – Community Services

Reference Code: POCS400
Location: Benue

Abridged Profile

• The successful candidate will work with the State Team Lead to provide technical and programmatic support to drive Orphans & Vulnerable Children (OVC)  and other Community Services intervention in a close working relationship with stakeholders; CSOs, supported health facilities, relevant government agencies and network of PLHIV, in the implementation of community-based programs namely; HIV care and support and OVC programs with gender mainstreaming.

Qualifications and Experience

• Must possess a first degree in Sciences or Social Sciences. A Master’s degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
• Must possess a minimum of 8 years cognate experience in an NGO or donor-funded environment with expertise in the design, implementation and monitoring of HIV Care & Support and OVC programs.

Job Title: Technical Officer – Clinical Services

Job Reference Code: TO301
Location: Abuja

Job Description

• The job holder will work with the Associate Director of Clinical Services to maintain a high level of expertise and innovation in the delivery of pediatric and adult antiretroviral therapy (ART) services.
• S/He will provide support in the implementation of TB/HIV activities to address TB disease among PLHIV.

Qualifications and Experience

• Must possess a medical degree (MBBS, MB ChB) from a recognized institution.
• Possession of Master’s Degree in Public Health or related field would be added advantage.
• Must be a registered medical practitioner with a current practice license from the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN).
• Must have minimum of six (6) years’ post qualification experience and minimum three (3) relevant years’ experience in supervising and coordinating the provision of ART services.

Job Title: Technical Officer – Clinical Services

Job Reference Code: TO300
Location: Abuja

Job Description

• The job holder will work with the Associate Director of Clinical Services to maintain a high level of expertise and innovation in the delivery of pediatric and adult antiretroviral therapy (ART) services.
• S/He will provide support in the implementation of TB/HIV activities to address TB disease among PLHIV.

Qualifications and Experience

• Must possess a medical degree (MBBS, MB ChB) from a recognized institution.
• Possession of Master’s Degree in Public Health or related field would be added advantage.
• Must be a registered medical practitioner with a current practice license from the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN).
• Must have minimum of six (6) years’ post qualification experience and minimum three (3) relevant years’ experience in supervising and coordinating the provision of ART services.

Job Title: Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) Officer

Job Reference Code: GFMEKANO2
Location: Kano
Duration of Contract: 4 months fixed term
Project: Global Fund_HIV- KP

Job Task

• Reporting to the M&E Manager at the Head Office, the desired candidates will work with the CBO’s M&E Officers to support the implementation of robust monitoring and evaluation systems at all proram sites.
• S/He will support in the development and tracking of M&E work plan for the Global Fund grant and implement capacity building plan for the CBOs in collaboration with the state governments.
• S/He will provide technical assistance to CBOs in setting up and maintaining M&E systems (collection, analysis, reporting and use of output data for program improvement).
• S/He will conduct timely review and analysis of CBO level data and provide monthly report to the M&E Officer at HQ

Qualifications and Experience

• Must possess a first degree in Behavioural / Social Sciences, Public Health, Demography, Biostatistics, Statistics or relevant field. A Master’s degree in public health or a related field will be of added advantage.
• Must have minimum of three (3) years’ experience in the field of HIV prevention for KPs (FSW, MSM, TG and PWID)
• Knowledge of Global Fund projects, regulations, compliance and reporting requirements is added advantage.
• Must possess the ability to analyse and interpret both quantitative and qualitative data to inform programming.
• Must have intermediate knowledge of SPSS or STATA or knowledge of DHIS, MS-Access or other compatible database software will be of added advantage.
• Must have experience conducting monitoring visits, utilising checklists and other tools, including the ability to develop M&E tools as needed.

Job Title: Technical Officer, Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E)

Reference Code: TOME802
Location: Ondo

Abridged Profile

• The candidate will contribute to program monitoring and evaluation (M&E)support for the implementation of robust monitoring and evaluation systems in the State.
• S/He will provide support/guidance to state teams on program/project monitoring and evaluation and on US Government and Government of Nigeria reporting requirements.

Qualifications and Experience

• Must possess a degree in Medical Sciences (MBBS / B.Pharm), Behavioural / Social Sciences, Public Health, Demography, Biostatistics, Statistics or relevant field. Master’s degree in Public Health (MPH) will be an advantage.
• Must have minimum of five (5) years’ experience in the field of HIV/AIDS care and relevant experience supporting the implementation of M&E systems, planning and executing program evaluation.

Job Title: Assistant Technical Officer – Health Informatics (HI)

Job Reference Code: ATOHI804
Location: Ekiti

Abridged Profile

• The successful candidate will support the maintenance of existing database platforms and develop new ones to meet new donor data reporting requirements.
• S/He will support the design of new database utilities on the platform in response to programme needs.

Qualifications and Experience

• Must possess a first degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or relevant field.
• Must have minimum of four (4) years’ experience in information technology, including data collection, entry and analysis, database designing and management.
• Must have advanced knowledge of Open MRS, DHIS, MS-Access or other compatible database software.

Job Title: Assistant Technical Officer – Health Informatics (HI)

Job Reference Code: ATOHI805
Location: Ondo

Abridged Profile

• The successful candidate will support the maintenance of existing database platforms and develop new ones to meet new donor data reporting requirements.
• S/He will support the design of new database utilities on the platform in response to programme needs.

Qualifications and Experience

• Must possess a first degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or relevant field.
• Must have minimum of four (4) years’ experience in information technology, including data collection, entry and analysis, database designing and management.
• Must have advanced knowledge of Open MRS, DHIS, MS-Access or other compatible database software.

Job Title: Technical Officer, Health Informatics (HI)

Job Reference Code: TOHI802
Location: Benue

Job Description

• The successful candidate will take the lead in setting up and maintenance of electronic medical records systems and other digital solutions at new and existing sites within the state.
• S/He will support daily quality data collection, entry and management using new/existing database management systems and ensure weekly reporting of accurate and complete HIV program services data in the NDR.

Qualifications and Experience

• Must possess a first degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or relevant field.
• Must have minimum of five (5) years’ experience in information technology, including data collection, entry and analysis, database designing and management.
• Must have advanced knowledge of SQL, Python, MYSQL or other compatible database software like OPENSOURCE applications.

Job Title: Technical Officer, Health Informatics (HI)

Job Reference Code: TOHI803
Location: Plateau

Job Description

• The successful candidate will take the lead in setting up and maintenance of electronic medical records systems and other digital solutions at new and existing sites within the state.
• S/He will support daily quality data collection, entry and management using new/existing database management systems and ensure weekly reporting of accurate and complete HIV program services data in the NDR.

Qualifications and Experience

• Must possess a first degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or relevant field.
• Must have minimum of five (5) years’ experience in information technology, including data collection, entry and analysis, database designing and management.
• Must have advanced knowledge of SQL, Python, MYSQL or other compatible database software like OPENSOURCE applications.

Job Title: Technical Associate – Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E)

Job Reference Code: TAME807
Location: Abuja

Abridged Profile

• The desired candidates will work with the states M&E team to support the implementation of robust monitoring and evaluation systems in the state.
• S/He will be responsible for collating the program data at the LGA level and ensuring quality data report for the program in the state.

Qualifications and Experience

• Must possess a first degree in Medicine, Pharmacy, Behavioural/Social Sciences, Public Health, Demography, Biostatistics, Statistics or relevant field.
• Must have minimum of three (3) years’ experience in the field of HIV prevention.
• Must have intermediate knowledge of SPSS or STATA or knowledge of DHIS, MS-Access or other compatible database software will be of added advantage.

Job Title: Senior Technical Officer, Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E)

Reference Code: STOME811
Location: Abuja

Abridged Profile

• The desired candidate will be a member of the Strategic Information team and will oversee the program monitoring and evaluation (M&E) support for the implementation of robust monitoring and evaluation systems in all sites across all States and regions.

Qualifications and Experience

• Must possess a degree in Medical Sciences (MBBS / B.Pharm.), Behavioural / Social Sciences, Public Health, Demography, Biostatistics, Statistics or relevant field. Master’s degree in Public Health (MPH) will be an advantage.
• Must have minimum of nine (9) years’ experience in the field of HIV/AIDS care and relevant experience supporting  the implementation of M&E systems, planning and executing program evaluation.

Job Title: Technical Associate – Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E)

Job Reference Code: TAME810
Location: Plateau

Abridged Profile

• The desired candidates will work with the states M&E team to support the implementation of robust monitoring and evaluation systems in the state.
• S/He will be responsible for collating the program data at the LGA level and ensuring quality data report for the program in the state.

Qualifications and Experience

• Must possess a first degree in Medicine, Pharmacy, Behavioural/Social Sciences, Public Health, Demography, Biostatistics, Statistics or relevant field.
• Must have minimum of three (3) years’ experience in the field of HIV prevention.
• Must have intermediate knowledge of SPSS or STATA or knowledge of DHIS, MS-Access or other compatible database software will be of added advantage.

Job Title: Technical Associate – Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E)

Job Reference Code: TAME809
Location: Oyo

Abridged Profile

• The desired candidates will work with the states M&E team to support the implementation of robust monitoring and evaluation systems in the state.
• S/He will be responsible for collating the program data at the LGA level and ensuring quality data report for the program in the state.

Qualifications and Experience

• Must possess a first degree in Medicine, Pharmacy, Behavioural/Social Sciences, Public Health, Demography, Biostatistics, Statistics or relevant field.
• Must have minimum of three (3) years’ experience in the field of HIV prevention.
• Must have intermediate knowledge of SPSS or STATA or knowledge of DHIS, MS-Access or other compatible database software will be of added advantage.

Job Title: Technical Officer, Health Informatics (HI)

Job Reference Code: TOHI812
Location: Abuja

Job Description

• The successful candidate will take the lead in setting up and maintenance of electronic medical records systems and other digital solutions at new and existing sites within the state.
• S/He will support daily quality data collection, entry and management using new/existing database management systems and ensure weekly reporting of accurate and complete HIV program services data in the NDR.

Qualifications and Experience

• Must possess a first degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or relevant field.
• Must have minimum of five (5) years’ experience in information technology, including data collection, entry and analysis, database designing and management.
• Must have advanced knowledge of SQL, Python, MYSQL or other compatible database software like OPENSOURCE applications.

Job Title: Technical Associate – Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E)

Job Reference Code: TAME808
Location: Ogun

Abridged Profile

• The desired candidates will work with the states M&E team to support the implementation of robust monitoring and evaluation systems in the state.
• S/He will be responsible for collating the program data at the LGA level and ensuring quality data report for the program in the state.

Qualifications and Experience

• Must possess a first degree in Medicine, Pharmacy, Behavioural/Social Sciences, Public Health, Demography, Biostatistics, Statistics or relevant field.
• Must have minimum of three (3) years’ experience in the field of HIV prevention.
• Must have intermediate knowledge of SPSS or STATA or knowledge of DHIS, MS-Access or other compatible database software will be of added advantage.

Job Title: Technical Officer, Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E)

Reference Code: TOME800
Location: Benue

Abridged Profile

• The candidate will contribute to program monitoring and evaluation (M&E)support for the implementation of robust monitoring and evaluation systems in the State.
• S/He will provide support/guidance to state teams on program/project monitoring and evaluation and on US Government and Government of Nigeria reporting requirements.

Qualifications and Experience

• Must possess a degree in Medical Sciences (MBBS / B.Pharm), Behavioural / Social Sciences, Public Health, Demography, Biostatistics, Statistics or relevant field. Master’s degree in Public Health (MPH) will be an advantage.
• Must have minimum of five (5) years’ experience in the field of HIV/AIDS care and relevant experience supporting the implementation of M&E systems, planning and executing program evaluation.

Job Title: Technical Officer, Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E)

Reference Code: TOME801
Location: Oyo

Abridged Profile

• The candidate will contribute to program monitoring and evaluation (M&E)support for the implementation of robust monitoring and evaluation systems in the State.
• S/He will provide support/guidance to state teams on program/project monitoring and evaluation and on US Government and Government of Nigeria reporting requirements.

Qualifications and Experience

• Must possess a degree in Medical Sciences (MBBS / B.Pharm), Behavioural / Social Sciences, Public Health, Demography, Biostatistics, Statistics or relevant field. Master’s degree in Public Health (MPH) will be an advantage.
• Must have minimum of five (5) years’ experience in the field of HIV/AIDS care and relevant experience supporting the implementation of M&E systems, planning and executing program evaluation.

Job Title: Technical Associate – Health Informatics (HI)

Job Reference Code: TAHI806
Location: Ogun

Job Description

• The successful candidate will provide hands-on support to the management of program’s database at the facility and LGA level in conjunction with the Technical Officer – Database Management.

Qualifications and Experience

• Must possess a first degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or relevant field.
• Must have minimum of three (3) years’ experience in information technology, including data collection, entry and analysis.
• Must possess knowledge of the nature of HIV/AIDS data as well as data management policies and procedures.

Job Title: NEST – Engineering Training & Maintenance Manager

Job Reference code: NESTETMM840
Location: Lagos

Project Overview

• The Newborn Essential Solutions and Technologies (NEST) program aims to implement comprehensive newborn care through innovative lifesaving technologies, the provision of both technical and clinical capacity-building, implementation of clinical and technical educational programs and the building of a sustainable distribution network.

Primary Responsibilities
Management of equipment installation and maintenance (with local distributor, if pertinent):

• Assist in identification of a maintenance point person at each installation site
• Communicate routinely with distributor & installation sites to ensure implementation is taking place
• With support from the NEST Biomed Tech Training Director, lead all engineering maintenance & coordination initiatives, including:
  • Coordination of installation & user training for NEST equipment in programme-supported sites
  • Tracking installed equipment and status, including maintenance & repair history and analysis
  • Development and monitoring of preventive and corrective maintenance, tool management and requisition and supply and equipment inventory systems
  • Coordination and conduction of user and technician trainings and installations at all sites
  • Coordination of repair and maintenance of all installed equipment as necessary
• Develop recommendation plan for preventive maintenance on team, user and installation site responsibility levels
• Perform periodic field visits to ensure the quality of equipment care and monitor progress
• Brainstorm needs within nursery and training institution installation sites, including but not limited to: equipment design, nursery infrastructure and layout and renewable energy
• Participate in manufacturer-led trainings in service and repair when necessary; may require travel

Ministry of Health engagement and facilitation:

• Assist in development of job aids, videos & training curriculum for MOH technical and clinical staff
• Support in development and implementation of a maintenance supportive supervision program and coordination of program activities
• Develop strategies to increase maintenance staff uptake of equipment repair

Communication and Reporting:

• Immediately provide feedback to project leadership following installations, user trainings or maintenance visits with pertinent information (e.g. numbers of users and technicians trained, maintenance, design and repair issues)
• Provide support in compiling and reviewing high quality reports to donors and program management in a timely fashion
• Keep abreast of developments in grant/program changes and progress in order to advise and recommend tools and strategies to increase program performances and results
• Review and analyse field reports to identify the causes of potential bottlenecks in project implementation and use data for decision making and action
• Serve as a liaison between the NEST program and Ministry of Health (particularly within the equipment maintenance and/or procurement units), engineering accreditation bodies and training institutions for the communication of program plans, activities, data and progress
• Ensure that donor, partners and senior management engineering and maintenance queries are addressed in an accurate and timely manner

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or Higher National Diploma in Biomedical Engineering or other related disciplines.
• Strong skills in engineering, instrumentation and reporting software (e.g., Labview, Solidworks, AutoCad, Matlab, Microsoft Office (Word, Powerpoint, Excel, etc.)) is essential for this role.
• Experience working with the biomedical unit of a hospital, government ministry department and agency or private sector focusing on the installation and maintenance of hospital equipment preferred
• A minimum of 3 years’ proven experience in implementing engineering, including experience with multi-site programs, and hospital-related maintenance particularly with regards to neonatal equipment preferred
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment, including the ability to coordinate effectively with diverse individuals and stakeholders to achieve results
• Familiarity with qualitative and quantitative data collection and design software (e.g., SPSS, STATA or similar, Power BI, Adobe Creative Cloud Suite, etc.) preferred
• Ability to travel extensively in-country and out of country as necessary.

Job Title: Information Technology Associate

Reference Code: ITA900
Location: Benue

Abridged Profile

• The candidate provide day-to-day operational management of the IT infrastructure; provide a wide range of IT support services to users at the central and site offices by supervising the helpdesk and ensure continued functionality of all IT systems.

Qualifications and Experience

• A first degree or HND in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical & Electronic Engineering or any other related field; relevant professional certification(s) –Cisco CCNA, Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) or CompTIA certification is required.
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in the IT function of a standard organisation, preferably in an international NGO.

Job Title: Manager, Communications & Media Relations

Job Reference Code: CMR200
Location: Abuja

Job Description

• This position will be responsible for the leadership of all demand creation and communication activities across programmes. S/He will be the liaison and focal person for the organization and responsible for interacting with government counterparts for media relations and dissemination of organization’s achievements in media friendly format.
• This person oversees all planning for news conferences, including selecting the site for an event, arranging for banners and other graphics to be displayed at the event, preparing packets of information to distribute to the media and preparing executives to speak at news conferences.

Qualifications and Experience

• Must possess a first degree in Mass Communication / English / Linguistics / Public Relations or related discipline.
• Must have minimum of eight (8) years’ cognate experience in Communications and Media or Public.
• Supervise the administration of the organization’s social media platforms-Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, Twitter, website etc.

Job Title: Senior Associate, Grant Management

Job Reference Code: GM300
Location: Abuja

Abridged Profile

• The successful candidate will support the Grants Administration/Compliance department in writing, developing, monitoring and implementing grant proposals.
• S/He will support the Grants Manager to facilitate grant efforts, including grant approval process and post-award compliance. Ensures timelines are met in all grants activities.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Must possess first degree in Law (LLB; BL) from a recognized institution.
• Must possess a minimum of 4 years’ experience in Grants Management.

Remuneration

• We offer professionals opportunities for career advancement, a good working environment and competitive remuneration.

How To Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications to this dedicated email: vacantposits@gmail.com

Note

• Applicants will be required to attach a CV with a Suitability Statement that states how their skills, knowledge and experience make them suitable, and indicate the Job Reference Code & Location as the subject of the email.
• The Suitability Statement should not exceed a page and must appear on the first page of the CV, contained in one document. The job reference code is an important requirement and any application not in line with this instruction will not be considered.
• Late applications will not be considered and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Application Deadline: 14th August, 2020.