PREVENTION TECHNICAL ADVISOR SHIPS FOR MAPS PROJECT JOBS AT SOCIETY FOR FAMILY

Society for Family Health (SFH) is one of the leading public health non-governmental organisations (NGOs) in Nigeria, implementing programmes in reproductive health, HIV and AIDS prevention, and maternal and child health. SFH works in partnership with the Federal and State Governments of Nigeria, World Health Organisation, the British Department for International Development (DFID) and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) among other international donors.
 
One of our HIV projects - SHiPS for MARPs is currently recruiting to fill the following position:
 
Position: Prevention Technical Advisor – SHiPs for MARPs Project

Location: Abuja (Headquarter), Nigeria.
 
Job Reference code: ADSHiPs4MARPS-ext
 
Job Description::
This is an Assistant Director position reporting to the project’s Chief of Party. This position will lead the internalisation and dissemination of the prevention strategy and provide technical support to the CSO, Networks, Coalition Groups, relevant government/private sector partners and consortium members to develop strategic guidance for HIV prevention. S/He will provide technical oversight on field implementation of developed HIV prevention methods and application of job aids. S/He will provide technical oversight on field implementation of developed HIV prevention strategies; ensure that processes and tools for MARPs programme implementation by consortium partners are uniform in terms of contents and conformity to internal and internationally recommended standards. S/He will facilitate developing an enabling environment for MARPs intervention in the state for seamless and disruptive free programme interventions.
 
Qualifications/Requirements:
Must possess a first degree in Medical/Paramedical field and/or any related discipline.
Must possess a Master’s degree in public health or relevant field.
Should have a minimum of ten (10) years post NYSC experience in the areas of HIV prevention, care and support.
Previous experience managing USAID funded projects or knowledge of USAID rules and regulations will be an added advantage
Must possess skills in coordination, supervision, strategy development and documentation.
Must possess excellent planning and organisational skills. Creativity and strong analytical skills are important for this position
Must possess strong leadership skills; be self-motivated and able to provide leadership and direction to his/her team.
Must possess a high level of integrity and responsibility
Proactive and self motivated, requiring limited support, supervision and monitoring to perform.
 
Method of Application:
All potential job applicants should click on lin attached below to Apply:

www.sfhnigeria.org/careers

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Click on the button “Login to Apply for Jobs” to apply for this position. Carefully follow the instructions provided on the website to upload your CV. During the application, ensure that you “Release” your application otherwise your application will not be complete.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Application Deadline: 5th May, 2015

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