Senior Program Specialist, HIV Testing Services Vacancy at U.S. Embassy

Position Title: Senior Program Specialist, HIV Testing Services.

Job Station: Abuja.

INTRODUCTION:-

Senior Program Specialist, HIV Testing Services job opportunity is available at U.S. Embassy for individuals who possess Master’s degree in Public Health, Medicine, Nursing, epidemiology or behavioral science.

Overview

• Hiring Path: Open to the public
• Security Clearance Required: Public Trust – Background Investigation
• Appointment Type: Permanent
• Appointment Type Details: Indefinite subject to successful completion of probationary period
• Marketing Statement: We encourage you to read and understand the Eight (8) Qualities of Overseas Employees before you apply.
• Start date: Candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time (6 weeks) of receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.
• Supervisory Position: No
• Relocation Expenses Reimbursed: No
• Travel Required: 25% or less
• Job holder routinely travels to CDC project sites and facilities to monitor prevention activities. 25-30% of time will be spent on local and international travel for site visits, workshops, trainings, conferences etc.

Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency: For USEFM – FP is 4.  Actual FP salary determined by Washington D.C:

• All Interested Applicants / All Sources

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:-

• The incumbent, under the supervision of the Prevention Branch Chief for the Center for Disease Control (CDC) Nigeria Office (Abuja), serves as advisor on HIV Testing Services (HTS) programs strategies and activities, provides project support to the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR); contributing to the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of HIV Testing Services.
• The position is responsible for the design, implementation, coordination, and evaluation of a broad range of agency-funded HTS program activities.
• The job holder’s responsibilities include day-to-day program and administrative management, and coordination and collaboration with other PEPFAR agencies to ensure that project implementation addresses program strategic objectives and internationally recognized public health standards and best practices. 
• The incumbent ensures collaboration among PEPFAR partners involved in the provision of HIV Testing Services and provides leadership in promoting use of internationally recognized best practices in HTS provision among PEPFAR sponsored programs in Nigeria. 

DESIRED EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATION:-

Education Requirements:

• Master’s degree in Public Health, Medicine, Nursing, epidemiology or behavioral science is required.

Experience:  

• Minimum of five years’ work experience in HIV Testing Services, Prevention, Care and Treatment programs, including program planning, implementation, and evaluation is required.
• Experience in HIV Testing Services that demonstrates the ability to consult and collaborate effectively with all levels both within and outside the agency is also required.

Job Knowledge:  

• Comprehensive knowledge and experience in HTS strategies, HIV prevention services, HIV/AIDS public health programs, methods, processes, and techniques used to plan, develop, implement and evaluate results of HIV prevention programs are required.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the host government health care system and structures including familiarity with Government of Nigeria (GoN) policies, program priorities and regulations is required.
• Good working knowledge of USG HIV/AIDS public health programs, strategies, methods, processes and techniques used to plan, develop, implement and evaluate results of prevention programs is required.
• Good working knowledge of team management techniques to plan, organize and direct multi-disciplinary project teams and activities and overall administrative requirements, budgeting and fiscal management in support of contracts/cooperative agreements/grants/purchase requisitions is required.  Good working knowledge of epidemiology, statistics and data analysis is required.

Evaluations:

• These may be tested. Please specify your level of proficiency in the language listed.

Language:  

• Advanced level in Speaking/Writing/Reading English is required.

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong oral and written communications skills are required.  Ability to analyze, understand and discuss new program design, management and implementation approaches is required. This includes the development of evaluation designs, use of reliable and valid instruments, and methods for data collection, analysis and reports. Ability to lead project teams and workgroups and to develop effective working relationships with national and international working partners is required.
• The incumbent must be able to exercise considerable ingenuity and tact in applying guidelines to unique and different settings, as the work is highly complex and can be threatening to stakeholders.  Considerable innovation will be required to influence other collaborative organizations engaged in HIV/AIDS prevention, care and treatment programs to adopt appropriate strategies for their program activities.
• Intermediate user level of word processing, spreadsheets and databases is required. Good keyboard skills with speed and accuracy is required. In addition, job holder must be familiar with the Nigeria Medical records System (NMRS) and PEPFAR Surge Dashboards.

Qualification:

• All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.

REMUNERATION and benefit:-

Apply Before:-

11th November, 2020.

INTERESTED?

Interested and qualified candidates should:

apply online

Important Notice

• All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a Public Trust clearance.
• To apply for this position click the “Submit Application” button.  For more information on how to apply visit the Mission internet site.

Required Documents:

• In order to qualify based on education, you MUST submit the requested diploma and / or transcripts as verification of educational requirement by the closing date of this announcement. If you fail to provide requested information, or the information you submit is insufficient to verify your eligibility, you will not be considered for this position.
• Residency and/or Work Permit (If applicable)
• Degree (not transcript)
• NYSC Certificate

For EFMs, in addition to the above:

• Copy of Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent)
• Certificate or License
• DD-214 – Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)
• SF-50 (if applicable)

Next Steps:

• Applicants who are invited to take a language or skills test, or who are selected for an interview will be contacted via email.
• For further information – the complete position description listing all of the duties, responsibilities, required qualifications, etc. may be obtained by contacting the Human Resources Office.
• Thank you for your application and your interest in working at the U.S. Mission in Abuja, Nigeria.
• For More Info: HR Section 09-461-4000 HRNigeria@state.gov

WHO IS U.S. Embassy?

The U.S. Mission to Nigeria comprises of the Embassy in Abuja, FCT, and the Consulate General in Lagos. U.S. Consulate General Lagos is the Mission’s representative to the Nigerian people in the southern region.

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