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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 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.

Job Title	Manager, Health Care Waste Management
Job Location	Lagos, Nigeria

Opening Date: 9/08/2023

Closing Date: 23/08/2023

The Manager of Health Care Waste Management will be responsible for overseeing the safe and environmentally sound disposal of medical and healthcare waste generated within healthcare facilities. This role plays a critical part in ensuring that healthcare waste, which can include hazardous materials, sharps, infectious waste, pharmaceuticals, and other potentially harmful substances, is managed in compliance with local regulations, international standards, and best practices to protect both public health and the environment.

The specific job description includes the following responsibilities:

1. Regulatory Compliance: Ensure that all healthcare waste management activities adhere to local, state, and national regulations regarding waste disposal, including proper handling, storage, transportation, and disposal methods.
2. Policy Development: Develop and implement comprehensive healthcare waste management policies and procedures that reflect best practices and comply with legal requirements. These policies should cover waste segregation, handling, storage, transportation, and final disposal methods.
3. Training and Education: Provide training and education to healthcare staff on proper waste segregation, handling, and disposal techniques to minimize risks and ensure safety.
4. Waste Segregation: Implement and monitor effective waste segregation practices within healthcare facilities to separate different types of wastes, such as infectious waste, hazardous waste, and non-hazardous waste.
5. Waste Collection and Transportation: Organize and supervise the collection, packaging, and transportation of different categories of healthcare waste to licensed disposal facilities. This includes coordinating with waste collection contractors and maintaining records of waste shipments.
6. Disposal Methods: Evaluate and select appropriate disposal methods for different types of healthcare waste, such as incineration, autoclaving, chemical treatment, or landfill disposal, depending on the nature of the waste and regulations.
7. Risk Assessment and Mitigation: Identify potential risks associated with healthcare waste management processes and implement measures to mitigate those risks, protecting both healthcare workers and the environment.
8. Equipment and Infrastructure: Ensure that healthcare facilities have the necessary equipment, containers, and infrastructure to safely store and manage healthcare waste before disposal.
9. Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records and documentation related to waste generation, handling, transportation, and disposal for regulatory compliance and reporting purposes.
10. Monitoring and Reporting: Regularly monitor waste management practices, track key performance indicators, and prepare reports on waste management activities and compliance to be presented to senior management or regulatory authorities.
11. Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvement and sustainability in healthcare waste management, incorporating new technologies and methodologies to enhance efficiency and minimize environmental impact.
12. Emergency Response: Develop and implement emergency response plans in case of accidents or incidents related to healthcare waste management, ensuring that proper procedures are in place to handle such situations effectively.

Education and Experience/qualifications: 

1. Degree in Environmental or Medical Sciences or any other science course with a master’s degree in any of these courses (Public Health, Environmental/Medical Sciences, or any other relevant courses) and at least five (5) years of progressive experience in HCWM. 
2. Previous experience in the preparation of HCWM technical instruments recognized by the World Bank, strong country knowledge and of World Bank safeguard policies, experience in hazardous/HCWM activities is an advantage.    
3. At least five years’ experience in developing training manuals or other training documents for programs/projects funded by multilateral agencies specifically on hazardous/HCWM, working experience in Nigeria or developing country under similar conditions.

Good technical and organizational background in performing hazardous/HCWM for programs/projects, and ability to cooperate and interact with stakeholders, including facilitating meetings and workshops.

Method of Application

• Interested and qualified candidates should send a detailed resume and a one page cover letter as one MS Word document explaining suitability for the position to 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 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 aims to provide quality health services, capacity building, and research in West Africa and beyond.

The Lagos State Malaria Impact Project will be implemented by a consortium with the Lagos State Government, the Institute of Human Virology Nigeria, and the Society for Family Health as the Sub-Recipient and other Implementing Entities. 

To drive quality and engender global best practices in Malaria care and treatment, IHVN is seeking qualified candidates for the following position:

Position	Project Director and State Lead
Reports to:	The COP/Director non-PEPFAR programs
Location:	Lagos State

Opening Date: 08^th August 2023

Closing Date: 11^th August 2023

Job Description

The Project Director will provide overall program oversight and will be the focal point for engagement with the funders and representation at the National level. He/she will lead the Management Team and oversee the provision of short-term technical assistance to NMEP and SMEPs and other key stakeholders. He/She will track and ensure the achievement of targets and compliance with funder’s requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and maintain oversight of program activities in the State including harmonization of malaria control efforts at the state level.
• Be the liaison between the project, SMEP, NMEP, and the donor.
• Develop and implement work plans, ensuring integration of plans and in alignment with best technical strategies.
• Perform oversight with the project team to ensure successful data-driven routine implementation and campaign.
• Ensure all relevant authorities and stakeholders are included in the planning and implementation of the project as appropriate.
• Submit weekly, monthly, quarterly, and end-of-project updates and reports as required.
• Develop and implement work plans, ensuring that plans are integrated into an overall consolidated work plan and projected expenditures.
• Ensure monitoring systems are in place and that project reviews/audits are carried out periodically in conjunction with the project team, and key stakeholders.
• Ensure the project is efficiently and accurately managed within allowable budget line-item flexibility with full accountability of resources.
• Ensure familiarity and compliance of staff and stakeholders to compliance issues.
• Work with the finance team to monitor expenditure and budget compliance on a regular basis, report any concerns and develop plans to mitigate any under or over-expenditure.
• Closely monitor project budget spending and burn rates.
• Work closely with the finance team to ensure timely financial reporting and provision of assistance at audits.
• Work with the HR manager to ensure quality staff and continuous performance improvement throughout the implementation period.
• Manage members of the staff using performance-based management approaches.
• Any other function that the IHVN Executive Management may assign.

Requirements

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

Education and experience

Academic training:

Master’s degree in public health, International Development or related discipline.

Experience

• Senior management level experience on large-sized health projects in Africa.
• At least 15 years work experience in international projects.
• At least 5 years of those spent in projects in developing countries lasting more than 2 years and managing teams of 10 or more including local and international staff.
• Experience managing at least one project for an external government client for at least 2 years.
• Experience working with performance-based contracts.
• Experience in project and financial management with a proven track record of timely submission of high-quality project deliverables.

• Experience working on malaria, maternal, and child health programs, including community health delivery.
• Familiar with the Nigeria health system.
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Additional skills:

• Strategic thinking.
• Ability to manage and inspire high-performing teams.
• Excellent program management skills, with proven ability to implement high-quality projects on time and within budget.
• Strong negotiation skills, particularly in engaging government health officials at all levels.
• Good influencing and persuasion skills and ability to remain compliant with organizational and donor policies.
• Ability to manage and prioritize high workloads and multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Excellent English language skills, both spoken and written.
• Capable of establishing strong working relationships with colleagues from different functions and cultures.
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• A team player, with inter-personal skills
• Proactive and takes initiative as required.
• Results-oriented work ethic.
• Good capacity-building skills especially mentoring and coaching.
• Conversant with malaria epidemiology in Nigeria.
• Data-driven decision-making mentality.
• Excellent advocacy skills, and comfortable being a strong advocate for malaria control.

 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 5 days from the date of this publication, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Note

• The position is dependent on the availability of funding.

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, 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 aims to provide quality health services, capacity building, and research in West Africa and beyond.

The Lagos State Malaria Impact Project will be implemented by a consortium with the Lagos State Government, the Institute of Human Virology Nigeria, and the Society for Family Health as the Sub-Recipient and other Implementing Entities. 

To drive quality and engender global best practices in Malaria care and treatment, IHVN is seeking qualified candidates for the following position:

Position	Program Manager Grievance Redress Mechanism
Reports to:	The Project Director
Location:	Lagos State

Opening Date: 08^th August 2023

Closing Date: 11^th August 2023

Job Description

Under the supervision of the Project Director Malaria Impact Project, the Grievance Redress Mechanism (GRM) Manager will be responsible for overseeing the management and resolution of grievances received from community members, beneficiaries, and other stakeholders related to the Malaria IMPACT project in Lagos, Nigeria. He/She will be responsible for ensuring that all grievances are handled in a timely, fair, and effective manner and that feedback is provided to the relevant stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the grievance redress mechanism of the IMPACT Malaria program in Lagos state.
• Establish/adopt/adapt a grievance mechanism, process, or procedure to receive concerns and complaints and allows stakeholders and beneficiaries to denounce the shortcomings in the program implementation.
• Prompt analysis/review of concerns/complaints and dissemination/utilization of findings to generate strong support and stakeholder/beneficiary engagement.
• Follow up concerns/complaints until adequately resolved/redressed.
• Work in close collaboration with the NMEP, SMEP, other stakeholders, and beneficiaries of the IMPACT Malaria program to address all reported concerns/complaints.
• Keep the Project Leadership informed of progress, constraints, and other issues regularly and assist with identifying appropriate responses.
• Represent IHVN in presenting periodic reports to relevant stakeholders through meetings, conferences, etc.
• Produce weekly and monthly project updates and reports and monthly activity plans for community-based malaria interventions.
• Any other function that the COP and IHVN Executive Management may assign.

Requirements

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

Education and experience

Academic training:

• A degree in a relevant field such as social sciences, development studies, or related fields
• Relevant Masters’ degree is required.    

Experience

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in a similar role, with a proven track record of successfully managing grievance mechanisms.
  • Strong understanding of accountability principles and mechanisms for community-based programs
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and team management skills
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Fluency in English, both written and spoken.
  • Excellent personal communication skills in written and verbal English,
  • Fundamental skills in project planning, implementation, and monitoring.
  • Ability to work independently and deliver quality work on time.
  • Good interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team.
  • 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.

 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 5 days from the date of this publication, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Note

• The position is dependent on the availability of funding.

Introduction
The National AIDS, Sexually Transmitted Infections Control and Hepatitis Programme (NASCP) is a Department of Public Health division in the Federal Ministry of Health (FMoH). Its mandate is to coordinate the formulation and effective implementation of the Nigerian government policies, guidelines, and standard operating procedures to prevent new HIV infections and improve the existing treatment, care, and support for those already infected and affected by the virus. In collaboration with the USG, NASCP is implementing the first phase of National Clinical Mentoring in the HIV program in 19 Nigerian States for improved HIV service delivery.

The Institute of Human Virology, Nigeria (IHVN), in collaboration with SASCP, is seeking to recruit qualified persons in the FCT to fill the following critical positions necessary for program implementation, as indicated below.

Description and objectives:

Under the supervision of the Director of Public Health, the State clinical mentor will provide mentorship to healthcare workers in assigned facilities. S/He is expected to build the capacity of frontline Healthcare workers to provide quality HIV clinical services as part of a comprehensive package of care in both public and private facilities and communities. The candidate must be domiciled in the State and be conversant with the terrain.

Job Title: State Clinical Mentor
Employment Type: Full-Time
Locations: FCT (2 Positions)

Opening Date: 2^nd August 2023

Closing Date:  16^th August 2023

Responsibilities:

• Provide on-site clinical training to healthcare workers on HIV treatment according to the national guidelines, including adult and pediatric ART and treating tuberculosis and other opportunistic diseases.
• Provide training through clinical consultation, assisting local healthcare workers in identifying key bottlenecks affecting patients’ access to antiretroviral therapy (ART) and helping them with direct patient care as needed.
• Provide continuous medical education (CME), which may include didactic training sessions for health professionals, as needed. All training will be in accordance with the national guidelines.
•  Provide health worker capacity-building sessions using various methodologies (including project ECHO and low bandwidth video conferencing).
• Assist, as requested, with facilitating sessions on the weekly ECHO videoconferencing sessions with health workers from various sites in the states.
• Develop standard operating procedures for HIV clinical care at the health facility in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and other stakeholders. This may include troubleshooting problems with the patient flow, tracking defaulters, or clarifying referral pathways by developing appropriate algorithms.
• Submit a monthly report on training and technical assistance activities, as well as findings and recommendations for strengthening services in the health facility and compliance with the national treatment guidelines.
• Perform other duties related to clinical mentoring as assigned.

Required competencies

1. Core requirements:
2. Demonstrated coaching and mentoring ability.
3. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with people of different backgrounds.
4. Ability to apply problem-solving skills to ongoing challenges.
5. Strong organizing, planning, and prioritizing skills
6. Sensitivity to different cultural working environments
7. Ability to analyze and interpret data and write reports.
8. Capacity to operate as a team player in large, diverse teams and individually.
9. Self-motivated with a strong work ethic.
10. Proficiency in computers and software/applications such as presentation software, spreadsheets, and video conferencing.

• Education and experience

Academic training:

• Must possess a degree in Medical Sciences (MBBS or equivalent).
• Postgraduate qualification/Masters level training in Public Health, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, or Obstetrics will be an advantage.
• Must be registered with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria and have evidence of current practising license.

• Experience:

• At least 3-5 years experience with clinical HIV and AIDS care, including the provision of antiretroviral therapy (ART)
• Must have at least two years’ experience with program planning, assessment, and implementation of HIV clinical care programs.
• Experience in the provision of HIV clinical training
• Previous experience in HIV-related operational research is an advantage.
• Good knowledge of current trends and normative guidance (national and international) in HIV clinical care and service delivery
• Experience in coordinating multi-disciplinary HIV clinical teams for effective service delivery.
• Willingness to travel to clinics and hospitals in assigned geographical areas within the State.

• 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 vita 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.

Network of Oncology Research in Sub-Saharan Africa (NORA) is set to carry out research which establishes evidence-based breast cancer and cervical cancer screening, and treatment pathways applicable in SSA. The research also seeks to generate policy recommendations for effective cancer control strategies.

Ultimately, the goal of NORA is to contribute to a significant reduction in breast cancer and cervical cancer mortality in Africa.

In addition, NORA provides the following:

1. A platform for academics and young scientists with comprehensive methodological and management competencies, enabling them to take on long-term applied research within the framework of national strategies.
2. An advanced mentoring concept which gives scientists confidence to develop their individual research profiles.
3. Intensive networking and participation in scientific events geared towards fostering a community of practice, aimed at shaping the African research agenda, and adapting it to population needs.

To contribute to a significant reduction in breast cancer and cervical cancer mortality in Africa, IHVN is seeking qualified candidates for the following positions:

Positions	NORA Research Task 1 Coordinator (RT1) NORA Research Task 2 Coordinator (RT2) NORA Research Task 3 Coordinator (RT3)
Reports to:	The Principal Investigator & Programme Coordinator, NORA Project
Location:	Abuja

Opening Date: 04/08/2023

Closing Date: 16/08/2023

Job Summary

Within NORA, Research Task 1 is aimed at Strengthening cancer surveillance in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) and improving the quality and completeness of data through updating records on date of diagnosis, stage at diagnosis and treatment received, date and vital status at last contact. The research task coordinator is expected to coordinate vital aspects of the task, ensuring that this part of the project runs smoothly and cohesively with the whole project.

Responsibilities

NORA Research Task 1 Coordinator (RT1)

• Ensuring application and obtainment of ethical approval
• Coordinating and setting up the meetings for the Nigeria RT 1 team to give provide updates, reports and strategize when necessary.
• Joining the meetings with the RT 1 with other partner countries and capture the action points.
• Overseeing the enrolment of cancer registrars for the cancer registrars training.
• Maintaining correspondence with the cancer registry directors, and the cancer registrars to be trained.
• Overseeing preparation of training materials for the training of cancer registrars.
• Providing administrative support to the Post Doc and master’s students on RT1.
• Coordinate the dissemination of findings from RT 1.

NORA Research Task 2 Coordinator (RT 2)

Job Summary

Within NORA, Research Task 2 is aimed at enhancing community-based palliative care. The research task coordinator is expected to coordinate vital aspects of the task, ensuring that this part of the project runs smoothly and cohesively with the whole project.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring application and obtainment of ethical approval
• Coordinating and setting up the meetings for the Nigeria RT 2 team.
• Joining the meetings with the RT 2 with other partner countries and capture the action points.
• Recruiting interviewers for the Interviews and Focus Group Discussions
• Coordinating the protocol training and contact/invite participants.
• Providing administrative support to the PhD and master’s students on RT2.
• Preparing reports and recommendations based on findings, for the purpose of sharing said findings with stake holders or disseminating the findings as project requirements dictate.

NORA Research Task Coordinator RT 3

Job Summary

Within NORA, Research Task 3 involves research in cervical cancer, with a focus on assessment of primary health system barriers to cervical cancer screening and treatment uptake. The research task coordinator is expected to coordinate vital aspects of the task, ensuring that this part of the project runs smoothly and cohesively with the whole project.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring application and obtainment of ethical approval
• Coordinating and setting up the meetings for the Nigeria RT 3 team.
• Joining the meetings with the RT 3 with other partner countries and capture the action points.
• Overseeing personnel training based on study plan/study protocol, to ensure adherence to guidelines.
• Liaising with stakeholders and community advisory board with a focus to co-create intervention strategies and to generate good outcomes based on board advise.
• Coordinating the personnel training on protocol, training of community health workers and training on the BRIDGE App where required.
• Recruiting interviewers for the Interviews and Focus Group Discussions
• Coordinate the protocol training and contact/invite participants.
• Preparing reports and recommendations based on findings, for the purpose of sharing said findings with stake holders or disseminating the findings as project requirements dictate.

Experience, skills, and competencies

• Minimum of 3 years Post NYSC relevant work experience
• Language requirement: Fluency in English (written and spoken)
• Advanced computer usage skills with proficiency in Ms. Word, excel, and power point.
• Ability to work independently and deliver quality work on time.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team.
• Fundamental skills in project management
• Interest in cancer research and a commitment to a career path in cancer epidemiology and cancer-related research-training
• Prior research experience working with a research institute such as the International Centre of Excellence (IRCE)
• Possess relevant skills such as leadership, teamwork, communication, and creativity.

    Educational qualifications

• Should possess a Bachelor’s degree in health-related Sciences.
• Should possess a master’s degree in health care, health sciences or other relevant Public Health/Science disciplines.

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 All Applications must explicitly state the position (Research Task) applied for in the subject of the email.
• This advert closes 14 days from the date of this publication, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.