Full-Time APIN Nigeria – Prevention Manager (Abuja)

Job Description

The holder of this position will provide technical and programmatic support to the implementation of HIV/AIDS prevention activities of the APIN programme, including sexual prevention (HCT, Abstinence, Be faithful [AB] and Condoms and other prevention), medical prevention (Blood and Injection Safety).

Job Responsibilities
o Provide technical guidance and programmatic support to all APIN sites and partners to implement high quality HIV/AIDS prevention activities including sexual prevention and bio-medical prevention
o Contribute to the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation, and reporting of prevention services at the programme sites
o Build capacity and ensure delivery of high quality prevention services at all programme sites, using internationally recognized best practices
o Liaise with the M&E Team to ensure HIV prevention components of the M&E system are functional (clarity of indicators, M&E data tools, data quality audits, reporting, etc.)
o Ensure ongoing collaboration with the Government of Nigeria, US Government agencies, support groups of People Living with HIV, collaborating institutions, NGOs/CBOs/FBOs and other partners in the public and private sectors
o Ensure the supply and distribution of IEC materials at the programme sites

Qualifications and Experience
A first degree in Medicine, Nursing, the Social Sciences or related discipline; and a minimum of 10 years proven work experience and expertise in the design, implementation and monitoring of HIV Prevention activities, preferably in an international NGO. At least 2 years senior level experience in the design and implementation of IEC/BCC programmes is a must, while a postgraduate degree in Public Health, Health Education and Health Promotion or related field will be an advantage.

Technical and Behavioural Competencies
o Strong oral and written communication skills
o Counseling and testing skills
o Report writing
o Good leadership and supervisory skills
o Expertise in the design, implementation and monitoring of HIV/AIDS prevention activities

Mode of Application
Qualified and interested applicants should click APPLY button below to complete an online application form. They should also upload their CV, which must contain a suitability statement, highlighting how their knowledge, skills and experience make them suitable for the position, and addressing the person specifications listed against the position. The statement should not exceed a page and must appear on the first page of the CV, which must be saved in Microsoft Word and as applicant’s name.

Computer literacy and skills in usage of personal productivity tools (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, internet browsing, etc.) are essential for all positions; and candidates must be willing to do a considerable amount of local travel, as may be required.

APIN offers very competitive terms of employment and is an equal opportunity employer. Women who are qualified for the positions are therefore encouraged to apply.

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