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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, 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 vision of the Institute is to provide quality health services, capacity building, and research in West Africa and beyond.

To further drive quality and engender global best practices in HIV and TB care and treatment, IHVN is seeking qualified candidates for the position below:

Position	Senior Program Officer-Treatment
Scheduled Work Time	Monday – Friday (Flexibility, willing to travel and work weekends)
Reports to	Treatment Lead and Head of Department
Location	Central, Abuja

Opening Date: 3^rd October 2024

Closing Date: 16^th October 2024

Description and objectives

Under the supervision of the Director of Prevention Care and Treatment Department and the Treatment Lead, he/ she will ensure high-quality HIV and TB services in line with the 95-95-95 UNAIDS goal. She/He will provide technical expertise in implementing high-impact interventions to ensure quality service delivery across all program areas. She/He will coordinate the day-to-day implementation of all ART services in the assigned health facility and guide program implementation according to the National Treatment Guidelines.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervise treatment activities while ensuring that evidence-based, high-impact, cost-effective interventions to prevention care and treatment activities across all thematic areas (Pharmacy, Adult ART, NCD, Pediatric and Adolescent HIV and TB-HIV) services, including but not limited to TB and HIV prevention services, case finding, contact tracing, treatment, and integration of TB, HIV and NCD services.
• Carry out close coordination, collaboration, advocacy, alignment, and integration to improve services.
• Provide technical guidance to healthcare providers to render effective and efficient quality of care to People Living with HIV (PLHIV) across all the treatment areas.
• Support staff stationed in facilities (ESM leads) who offer mentorship to healthcare providers to improve and maintain the standard of care through ongoing performance assessment and feedback.
• Provide technical guidance for effective and efficient TB, HIV and NCD prevention and treatment services.
• Ensure that routine mentorship is offered to healthcare providers and volunteers to build their capacity to make effective referrals and linkages.
• Data analysis and interpretation for management decision
• Participate in the donor progress report writing, continuation application, quarterly review report writing, and presentation.
• Ensure project reports are developed and submitted on time and are of good quality and that the evidence they contain is accurately captured and submitted monthly.
• Collaborate with relevant stakeholders- Government of Nigeria, Global Fund, US President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), and other Implementing Partners and ensure representation at meetings as appropriate.
• Any other duties the Head of Department, or Chief Executive Officer assigns.

Required competencies.

1. Core requirements
   1. Good communication (oral and written) and facilitation skills with proficiency in computer programming – Word processing, spreadsheet, presentation skills, and video conferencing are required.
   1. Proficiency in data analysis and good inter and intrapersonal communication skills.
   1. Proficiency in program narrative and proposal writing.
   1. Ability to work under pressure to meet organizational targets/goals.
   1. Ability to evaluate data and prepare quality reports, often under pressure and in complex situations.
   1. Being goal-oriented with the ability to plan and organize, make decisions, manage time, and practice critical thinking.
   1. Good interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team.
   1. High impact influencing and persuasive skills, and able to represent the organization to donors and other stakeholders.

Education and experience

• Academic training:

Must possess a bachelor’s degree in medicine. Master’s level/Postgraduate qualification in Public Health, Epidemiology, or a relevant field is an added advantage.

• Experience
  • At least four years of experience working with the HIV/TB programs at various levels, planning and managing projects.
  • Experience in building capacity at individual and organizational levels.
  • Excellent personal communication skills in written and verbal English,
  • Fundamental skills in project planning, design, implementation, and monitoring.
  • Ability to work independently and deliver quality work on time.
  • Good interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team.
  • Ability to deliver under pressure with minimal guidance.
  • Ability to meet deadlines according to lead-down rules.
  • Stakeholder management skills and ability to appropriately represent the organization by engaging with donors and other stakeholders.
  • Good experience using Ms. Word, Excel, or PowerPoint applicable software related to the position.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent leadership and self-sufficiency.
• Communication skills in English.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Demonstrate organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent computer skills with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Safeguarding (PSEAH):

As an organization, IHVN takes the issue of Protection against Sexual Exploitation, Abuse, and Harassment (PSEAH) seriously, because safeguarding the people we interface with in all our programmatic work is of the utmost importance to us. 

IHVN only recruits’ representatives who are suited and abide by the strict responsibility of SEAH.

By applying to this role, you are agreeing to IHVN carrying out a background check on you for SEAH records and you also confirm that you will not breach the IHVN policy on SEAH (before or after being hired).

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.  

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, 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’s vision is to provide quality health services, capacity building, and research in West Africa and beyond.

The Institute of Human Virology (IHVN) is a reputable and esteemed non-governmental organization that provides care and support services, research, diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and capacity building for infectious and non-infectious diseases like HIV, TB, and cancer. IHVN collaborates with national, state, and local governments in Nigeria as well as with regional and worldwide organizations. The ACTION to Sustain Precision and Integrated HIV Response towards Epidemic Control (ASPIRE) project is implemented by IHVN with funding from the US President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) through the US Centres for Disease Prevention and Control (CDC) to reduce mortality of people living with HIV (PLHIV) by providing HIV testing services; Strengthening laboratory capacity to achieve quality and sustained clinical management for HIV/AIDS, TB, Malaria, SAR-COV 2 and non-communicable disease (NCDs). 

IHVN is seeking qualified candidates for the following position:

Position	Senior Program Officer, Program Monitoring and Reporting
Reports to	Director Strategic Information
Department	Strategic Information
Scheduled Work Time	Monday – Friday (Flexibility, willing to travel and work weekends)
Location	Ogun

Opening Date: 7^th August, 2024

Closing Date: 20^th August, 2024

Position Overview

S/He will provide technical support and oversight for the implementation of Strategic Information activities in the organization to ensure program targets are met.  Implement and ensure data quality and best practices in data management processes from data collection, collation, reporting and use at different levels. Ensure the use of standard tools and indicators required in the program. Promote health system strengthening activities at all levels. Collaborate with the Government of Nigeria agencies to conduct monitoring and evaluation activities.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor collection, collation, analysis, reporting and use of data.
• Ensure completeness, correctness and consistency of all program reports.
• Provide technical guidance to state and facility staff on indicators, reporting and data quality issues.
• Support the routine use of data at supported states, Local Government Areas (LGAs) and facilities through gap analyses and run charts.
• Participate in the development and periodic review of program reporting protocols.
• Participate in development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for Program Monitoring and Reporting.
• Improve decision-making processes through promotion of data utilization for program planning, evaluation, and policy advocacy.
• Generate all program reports including ad hoc reports, routine program reports and USAID quarterly, semi-annual and annual progress reports.
• Archive all reports received from facilities/LGAs.
• Ensure reporting tools, standard monitoring and evaluation indicators are utilized for consistency in measurement.
• Participate in the development of Performance Monitoring Plans and Monitoring & Evaluation plans.
• Promote health system-strengthening activities through capacity building of government health workers and continuous quality improvement exercises.
• Engage actively in Technical Working Group meetings with Government of Nigeria stakeholders and other implementing partners for improved service delivery.
• Coordinate periodic data quality assessments and track implementation of recommendations from the exercise to promote accountability, transparency and impact.
• Generate regular gap analysis to show program/ state progress towards achieving set targets.
• Ensure proper feedback mechanism on data quality of indicator reports.
• Strengthen national reporting lines at supported health facilities.
• Oversee data reporting on MATS App, GxAlert/Aspect software’s, DHIS platforms.
• Prepare and validate retirement documents for payment of all program activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Strategic Information.
• Participate in data processes from collection, collation, analysis, reporting and use.
• Participate in health system strengthening activities
• Assist in generating regular gap analysis to show site progress towards achieving set targets.
• Provide regular on-site supervision and mentoring on monitoring and evaluation processes and tools
• Participate in periodic data quality assessments at IHVN supported sites
• Participate in all HMIS processes in the state
• Perform other duties as assigned by the head of unit, Strategic Information

Required competencies:

• Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation practices, methods, tools and guidelines.
• Knowledge of USG funded monitoring and evaluation programs
• Knowledge of the reporting framework for Tuberculosis including indicator definitions
• Knowledge of the National Tuberculosis and Leprosy Control Programme Recording and Reporting tools.
• Ability to perform complex data analytics utilizing Microsoft Excel, STATA, and/or Business Intelligence tools, making recommendations based on findings.
• Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills, verbal skills and ability to communicate technical information clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical colleagues.
• Must have the ability to obtain, analyze, organize and interpret data and present findings in both oral and written form.
• Report writing and presentation skills.
• Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office package applications especially Excel and Access
• Team player with ability to work with minimal supervision.

Education and Experience:

• A minimum of master’s degree in public health, epidemiology, monitoring & evaluation, demography, biostatistics, statistics, analytics or a related field is required.
• Minimum of 5 years working experience in relevant field.
• Experience in data collection, data management processes, data use and demand.
• Experience with Tuberculosis and HIV/AIDS programs or related health service programs; experience working with Tuberculosis prevention, diagnosis and treatment and/or impact mitigation programs in the West African context is desirable.
• Experience with the USAID and Global Funds Strategic Information system is highly desirable.

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.  

The Institute of Human Virology (IHVN) is a leading and reputable non-governmental organization addressing infectious and non-infectious diseases such as HIV, tuberculosis, COVID-19, cancer and other non-communicable diseases through the provision of 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’s vision is to be a leader in providing quality health services, capacity building and research in West Africa and beyond.

To advance research on anal cancer prevention research in vulnerable populations living with HIV in Nigeria through the IMPACT study, IHVN is seeking qualified candidates for the following position:

Position: IMPACT Study Physician

Job Type: Full Time. This is a 2-year contract position.

Job Location: TRUST clinic, Abuja.

Opening Date: Tuesday, 23^rd July 2024

Closing Date: 12^th August 2024

Job Duties and Responsibilities-He/She will:

• Undergo and complete cancer prevention training on the job and will maintain their certification throughout the duration of the position.
• Gently communicate with vulnerable patients about the pathogenesis of human papillomavirus (HPV), the risk of developing anal cancer, and the options for prevention and treatment procedures.
• Assess patients for anal cancer by conducting anal swabbing, digital anal rectal examination, and high-resolution anoscopy (HRA)-directed biopsy sampling for histology diagnosis.
• Document cases in the logbook on REDCap including notes about the procedure and impressions.
• Work with pathology and communicate histological findings and implications of a high-grade precancer (HSIL) diagnosis as well as discuss the treatment plan with the patient.
• Treat patients for high-grade precancerous lesions (HSIL) using hyfrecation/electrocautery for ablation. Prescribe medications as indicated.
• Evaluate treatment progress, assess the health and well-being of the patient, and document findings.
• Refer patients for further care for any dysplasia that cannot be addressed at the clinic level and any suspected cases of cancer.
• Encourage participants to return for annual anal cancer screening.
• Engage with the study and implementation science teams to improve the development of the program.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must possess a degree in Medical Sciences (MBBS or equivalent). Postgraduate qualification/Masters level training in Public Health or Epidemiology is an advantage.
• Must be registered with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria, and possess a current medical practice license
• Previous experience in HIV-related, implementation science, or cancer research is an advantage.
• Good knowledge of current trends and normative guidance in HIV or cancer clinical care and service delivery amongst vulnerable population will be an advantage

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• MS Office – high proficiency
• REDCap – intermediate proficiency
• Problem solving skills
• Strong leadership skills
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to work well as part of a team
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Medical/Research Laboratory experience

Hiring Range: Commensurate with education and experience. Salary is contingent on grant funding.

Reporting: He/She will report to the Head of the Trust Clinic and the Principal Investigators of the IMPACT study.

Method of Application:

Interested and qualified candidates should send a detailed resume or Curriculum Vitale and a one-page cover letter as one MS Word document explaining suitability for the position to the Deputy Director, Human Resources through this email address: [email protected]

Application must explicitly state the position applied for in the subject of the email. Candidates are advised to provide three professional referees with email addresses and phone numbers.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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 the provision of 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 national, state and local levels. The Institute’s vision is to be a leader in providing quality health services, capacity building and research in West Africa and beyond.

The Resilient HIV Implementation Science with Sexual & Gender Minority Youths using Evidence (RISE) study to evaluate the effectiveness and implementation of the HealthMpowerment (HMP) mobile health application is a new 5-year NIH funded multi-country projected from UMB in collaboration with 5 clinical research performance sites (CRPS) across four countries in sub-Saharan Africa – Nigeria, Kenya, Malawi and Zambia.

Job Title	Data Officer – Digital Health for Key Populations in HIV Care and Prevention
Employment Type	Full-Time
Location	Abuja

Opening Date:       16^th July 2024

Closing Date:         30^th July 2024

Description and objectives:

IHVN is seeking a dedicated and passionate Data Officer to join our team and play a crucial role in a groundbreaking project focused on improving HIV care and prevention among key populations through digital health interventions. The successful candidate will work closely with healthcare providers, key population civil society organization, and Study and Data Coordinator to ensure the quality of study data. The candidate will be responsible for managing study data collection forms and databases, data entry of paper-based clinical forms into the REDCap study database, and provide trouble-shooting support for the digital health app.

Responsibilities:

1. Lead the day-to-day coordination and management of study-related data and digital health app functioning at the site level.
2. Check for completeness in source documents and consistency between paper-based registers and the REDCap database.
3. Carry out daily manual data checks to verify completeness check for data errors against paper forms.
4. Extract data from participant electronic health records or tablet-based data to REDCap.
5. Ensure completeness, validity, consistency, timeliness, and accuracy of electronic health record data and/or tablet-based data.
6. Evaluate databases and check for inconsistencies, duplicates, or missing data on a weekly basis.
7. Meet monthly with the study statistician to review data and address any issues with data quality, merges, and freezes.
8. Train healthcare staff and key population participants on the use of the digital health app, with support from the Study and Data Coordinator.
9. Ensure that project activities are executed in compliance with ethical guidelines and regulations.
10. Work with the digital health app team to troubleshoot issues.
11. Collaborate with the Study and Data Coordinator and other study team members to collect, manage, and analyze project data.
12. Participate in team meetings and provide input on project data.
13. Participate in the review of standard operating procedures (SOPs) established for data management.
14. Lead data collection activities, such as participant enrolment and questionnaires as needed.

Required competencies

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in public health, social sciences, or a related field
• Human subject protection and good clinical practice training

      Experience

• Strong understanding of digital health technologies and their application in healthcare settings.
• Experience with Microsoft, Excel, Access, MS SQL Server, MySQL, electronic medical record systems, and REDCap

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with diverse communities.
• Knowledge of ethical considerations related to working with key populations and vulnerable communities.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Sensitivity to cultural and social issues impacting key populations in HIV care and prevention.

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:

  Please submit your application letter and detailed curriculum vitae as one Microsoft Word document with the position applied for and location well captured as the subject of the email 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.  

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 the provision of 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 national, state and local levels. The Institute’s vision is to be a leader in providing quality health services, capacity building and research in West Africa and beyond.

The Resilient HIV Implementation Science with Sexual & Gender Minority Youths using Evidence (RISE) study to evaluate the effectiveness and implementation of the HealthMpowerment (HMP) mobile health application is a new 5-year NIH funded multi-country projected from UMB in collaboration with 5 clinical research performance sites (CRPS) across four countries in sub-Saharan Africa – Nigeria, Kenya, Malawi and Zambia.

Job Title	Information Communication Technology (ICT) Officer – Digital Health for Key Populations in HIV Care and Prevention
Employment Type	Full-Time
Location	Abuja

Opening Date:       16^th July 2024

Closing Date:         30^th July 2024

Description and objectives:

IHVN is seeking a dedicated and passionate ICT Officer to join our team and play a crucial role in a groundbreaking project focused on improving HIV care and prevention among key populations through digital health interventions. The successful candidate will work closely with the healthcare providers, key population civil society organization, and Study and Data Coordinator to ensure that the digital health app is functioning and that the participants have access. The candidate will be responsible for managing the digital health app, providing trouble-shooting support, uploading new resources and information, tracking participant activity, etc.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the day-to-day coordination and management of digital health app at the site level.
• Track participant activity and engagement in the digital health app.
• Upload new resources and information to the digital health app.
• Maintain database for participant smartphone data top-ups and check for inconsistencies, duplicates, or missing data on a weekly basis.
• Meet monthly with the digital health app central team.
• Train healthcare staff and key population participants on the use of the digital health app, with support from the Study and Data Coordinator.
• Ensure that project activities are executed in compliance with ethical guidelines and regulations.
• Troubleshoot and maintain a log of issues with the mobile health app.
• Assist participants in enrolling in the digital health app and maintain updated account information for each participant in REDCap.
• Participate in team meetings and provide input on digital app activity and functioning.
• Participate in the review of standard operating procedures (SOPs) established for digital health app management and functioning.
• Lead data collection activities, such as participant enrollment and questionnaires as needed.

Required competencies

     Education

• Bachelor’s degree in public health, digital technology, software development, communications, or a related field
• Human subject protection and good clinical practice training

  Experience:

• Strong understanding of digital health technologies and their application in healthcare settings.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, REDCap, cybersecurity, and programming languages, such as JavaScript or C++.
• Experience with mobile app development a major plus.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with diverse communities.
• Knowledge of ethical considerations related to working with key populations and vulnerable communities.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Sensitivity to cultural and social issues impacting key populations in HIV care and prevention.

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:  Please submit your application letter and detailed curriculum vitae as one Microsoft Word document with the position applied for and location well captured as the subject of the email 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.