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Technical Officer – Community Services Vacancy at APIN Public Health Initiatives Limited / Gte
The published deadline was 15 February 2021. This page is retained for reference; the original application instructions below are historical.
About the role
Technical Officer - Community Services job opportunity is available at APIN Public Health Initiatives Limited/Gte for individuals who possess a first Degree in Sciences or Social Sciences.
Responsibilities
- The successful candidate will work with the Technical Advisor on HIV & KP to provide technical and programmatic support to drive HIV and other Community Services intervention in close working relationship with stakeholders; CSOs, supported health facilities, relevant government agencies and network of PLHIV.
- S / He will provide technical leadership in developing strategies and interventions to improve the quality and responsiveness of HIV prevention programming and service delivery for KP program in assigned states.
- S / He will provide technical assistance and mentorship to other project team members and facilitate technical capacity assessments in an efficient and evidence-based manner.
Experience and qualifications
- 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 6 years cognate experience in an NGO or donor-funded environment with expertise in the design, implementation and monitoring of Key Population program, HIV Care & Support programs
- Must have a proven track record of implementing programs requiring the participation of government and community stakeholders.
- Strong interpersonal skills; ability to build partnerships and consensus within teams and with other stakeholders.
Application deadline
15th February, 2021.
Application details
Interested and qualified candidates should:
WHO IS APIN Public Health Initiatives Limited/Gte?
APIN Public Health Initiatives Limited / Gte, formerly known as AIDS Prevention Initiative in Nigeria is a non-governmental organization registered with the Nigerian Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC). APIN has built a strong partnership with the Nigerian Government, which is memorialized through a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the National Planning Commission. APIN is a leading Nigerian organization in the provision of prevention, care and treatment services to patients with HIV / AIDS, Tuberculosis; Malaria; Reproductive Health; Family Planning; Maternal, Newborn and Child Health, and other non-communicable diseases of public health significance.