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KNCV Nigeria is firmly equipped with technical and administrative capacity to strengthen TB, HIV/AIDS, and COVID 19 Vaccination service delivery platforms, supporting health system strengthening and research in Nigeria. With 150 program staff in 14 state offices and over 2,000 ad hoc health care workers across 248 facilities, KNCV Nigeria has remained a major player in TB Program implementation in Nigeria. We employ a systems approach, using data-driven quality improvement methods to identify and address gaps in TB, and HIV diagnostic and management services. Our work focuses on collaborative planning, design, and implementation, engaging the private sector, strengthening service delivery platforms, and community structures, and improving the quality of services available in Nigeria.

The TB LON Project is funded by USAID Nigeria and focuses on locally generated solutions to provide TB prevention, screening, diagnosis, treatment, and notification, while addressing stigma and discrimination. The TB LON region 1 and 2 project is to be implemented by KNCV TB foundation Nigeria to expand the provision of and increase access to TB services among formal and informal health providers through the engagement of the private sector, umbrella and local chapters of health and allied professional organizations, faith-based institutions, communities, and civil society.

The project is targeted at increasing the number of tuberculosis (TB) cases that are detected, treated, and notified to 437,895 within the five-year grant implementation period 2020–2025 and implemented across 14 states in Nigeria: Bauchi, Kaduna, Katsina, Kano, Nasarawa, Plateau, Taraba, Anambra, Akwa Ibom, Benue, Cross River, Delta, Imo and Rivers State. The project’s four intermediate results are as follows:

Improved access to high-quality, person-centered TB, DR-TB, and TB/Human Immunodeficiency Virus (TB/HIV) services.
Strengthened TB service delivery platforms.
Reduced TB disease transmission and progression and
Accelerated TB innovations with improved impact on program implementation

KNCV Nigeria is working with a consortium of partners: two sub-recipients, CCCRN and KNCV International and six strategic service package providers- Intrasat Global, IPCD, Jana Health Foundation, Diadem Consult, Public Health Concerns Ltd., and TB Network. To meet the project set targets, KNCV Nigeria and partners adopted a mixed model of community and facility-based, health systems strengthening strategies and digital solutions to find TB cases in a roll-in, Roll-on and roll-out staged approach. Roll-in was in year 1 which is the planning stage, collaborations and capacity building, Roll-on is the saturation stage in Year 2,3 and 4 while roll out in year 5 is the transitioning Stage.

M&E Associate

VACANCY NO: KN142

Job Title: M&E Associate

Job Type: Contract

Qualification: BA/BSc/HND,

Experience: 1-4 years

Location: Katsina

Published Date: July 26, 2024

Deadline: August 5 2024

Purpose of Job

The main responsibility of the M&E Associate is to support the M & E Department. He or she will also be expected to perform selected administrative and clerical duties at the state. Hierarchically, The M&E Associate reports to and works under the daily supervision of the Senior Program Officer

Job Description

Assist in the timely and complete reporting of project results.
Assist in adapting & implementing tools & techniques to improve quality and use of data.
Contribute to employing a rigorous monitoring and evaluation system to track the progress of all activities and outputs.
Assist in data management for rapid assessments, situational analysis, surveys, evaluations, and another research as required.
Assist in monitoring and evaluating progress towards annual work plans, expected outputs, including selecting and monitoring progress in meeting indicators.
Support monitoring, evaluation, and knowledge management activities.
Participate as necessary in data entry, collection, compilation and reporting according to TB M&E plan.
Perform other additional duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualification

Bachelor’s degree in social sciences or any other related field.
At least 1-4 years of experience in M & E in public health project.
Experience in working in the fields of TB/HIV, Community TB, and MDR TB, with extensive field experience in Nigeria.
Proficiency in statistical analysis and use of a computer.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, approachable and good listener.
Exhibits a high level of accuracy in work, and the ability to analyse complex sets of relationships and situations.
Excellent written and verbal English language ability.
Must be a self-starter with the ability to work in a team, dynamic, solid, and open.
Must be flexible with absolute integrity, organizational awareness, and understanding of cultural differences.
Have a high sense of integrity and transparency.
Ability to manage official information in a confidential manner.
Ability to use multi-task and work well under pressure to meet deadlines.

What do we offer?

A full-time (40 hours per week) fixed-term contract for a year, with the intention of extending the contract depending on funding and performance.
An informal work atmosphere in an international environment where initiative is appreciated.
A highly motivated team of experienced, self-driven colleagues.
The salary is dependent upon education and relevant working experience.
KNCV Nigeria has its own Employment Conditions Scheme.

Method of Application:

Qualified applicants interested in this position should Click here to apply

Note:

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.
Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for the recruitment process.
Due to the influx of applications, only shortlisted candidates may receive feedback on the recruitment process.
Any successful candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation.
There will be travel requirements and opportunities within Nigeria.
KNCV Nigeria is against any form of sexual harassment and abuse.
Qualified males are encouraged to apply.
KNCV Nigeria is an equal opportunity employer.

Senior HR Associate

VACANCY NO: KNO143

Job Title: Senior HR Associate

Job Type: Contract

Qualification: BA/BSc/HND, /MSc/MA

Experience: 2-5 years

Location: Abuja

Published Date: July 24, 2024.

Deadline: August 5, 2024

Purpose of the Job.

The purpose of this role is to ensure the efficient and confidential management of staff records and HR processes within the organization. The primary duty of the Senior HR Associate includes maintaining up-to-date electronic and hard copy files, overseeing the onboarding and offboarding of staff, and supporting the Senior HR Officer in key HR functions such as updating Key Performance Indicators, job descriptions, and initiating performance management cycles. The role also involves tracking staff contract durations and providing critical HR data to the HR Manager for informed decision-making.

The senior HR Associate reports to the HR Manager

HR Database Management

Maintain up-to-date staff records in both electronic and hard copy files and ensure the files are complete and all required documentation maintained in a confidential and secure manner.
Liaise with the HR Officer to ensure seamless onboarding and Offboarding of Staff.
Support the Senior HR Officer in the update of Key Performance Indicators, Job description and initiation of Performance Management cycle for staff.
Liaise with the Senior HR Officer to track the duration of all staff contracts and ensure they are updated or notified of termination a month before the due date.
Maintain an updated full-time, Associates and Adhoc staff list and monitor the demographics to give informed decision to the HRM on staff demographics e.g., gender ratio etc.
Ensure accurate offboarding and disengagement process for staff and consultants.
As needed by the HR Manager extract via OrangeHRM monthly timesheet and leave report for salary variances.
Maintain Tracker of 90 days probationary Performance Review and following up with HR officer to ensure that supervisor complete all probation Appraisal for new supervisees.
Coordinate medical reimbursements process for all HMOs for staff and their dependents for completeness and files claims to the Insurer for refund; follows up whether these claims are reimbursed in time.
Support the HR Manager to follow up confidentially on issues raised by the Compliance department in the vetting of staff certificate and documentations.
Participates within the larger Global HR team to share ideas, develop standard best people practices, and implement best practices across KNCV Clusters.

Recruitment:

Support the HR Manager in the sending out of recruitment invites.
Ensure that recruitment feedback is sent to unsuccessful applicants.
Ensure that new staff documentation is received promptly, and information is captured accurately.
Ensure uttermost confidentiality of recruitment test and interview.

What do we offer?

A full-time (40 hours per week) fixed-term contract for a year, with the intention of extending the contract depending on funding and performance.
Intense but healthy mentorship under the HR Manager.
Intentional opportunity for Growth.
An informal work atmosphere in an international environment where initiative is appreciated.
Highly motivated team of experienced, self-driven colleagues.
KNCV Nigeria has its own Employment Conditions Scheme.

Method of Application:

Qualified applicants interested in this position should Click here to apply

Note:

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.

Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for the recruitment process.

KNCV Nigeria is against any form of sexual Harassment and Abuse.

Any successful candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation.

There will be travel requirements and opportunities within Nigeria.

Qualified males are encouraged to apply.

KNCV Nigeria is an equal opportunity employer.

Senior M&E Associate

VACANCY NO: KN144

Job Title: Senior M&E Associate

Job Type: Contract

Qualification: BA/BSc/HND,

Experience: 2-4years

Location: Akwa-Ibom and Katsina State

Published Date: 26th July 2024,

Purpose of Job

The main responsibility of the M&E Associate is to support the M & E Department. S/he will also be expected to perform selected administrative and clerical duties at the state.

Hierarchically, The Senior M&E Associate reports to and works under the daily supervision of the Senior Program Officer/Manager

Job Description

Assist in the timely and complete reporting of project results.
Assist in adapting & implementing tools & techniques to improve quality and use of data.
Contribute to employing a rigorous monitoring and evaluation system to track the progress of all activities and outputs.
Assist in data management for rapid assessments, situational analysis, surveys, evaluations, and another research as required.
Assist in monitoring and evaluating progress towards annual work plans, expected outputs, including selecting and monitoring progress in meeting indicators.
Support monitoring and evaluation and knowledge management activities.
Participate as necessary in data entry, collection, compilation and reporting according to TB M&E plan.
Perform other additional duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in social sciences or any other related field.
At least 2-4 years of experience in M & E in public health project.
Experience in working in the fields of TB/HIV, Community TB, and MDR TB, with extensive field experience in Nigeria.
Proficiency in statistical analysis and use of a computer.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, approachable and good listener.
Exhibits a high level of accuracy in work, and ability to analyse complex sets of relationships and situations.
Excellent written and verbal English language Ability.
Must be self-starter with the ability to work in a team, dynamic, solid, and open.
Must be flexible with absolute integrity, organizational awareness and understanding of cultural differences.
Have a high sense of integrity and transparency.
Ability to manage official information in a confidential manner.
Ability to use multi-task and work well under pressure to meet deadlines.

What do we offer?

A full-time (40 hours per week) fixed-term contract for a year, with the intention of extending the contract depending on funding and performance.
An informal work atmosphere in an international environment where initiative is appreciated.
A highly motivated team of experienced, self-driven colleagues.
The salary is dependent upon education and relevant working experience.
KNCV Nigeria has its own Employment Conditions Scheme.

Method of Application:

Qualified applicants interested in this position should Click here to apply

Note:

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.
Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for the recruitment process.
Any successful candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation.
There will be travel requirements and opportunities within Nigeria.
KNCV is against Sexual harassment and abuse
Qualified males are encouraged to apply.
KNCV Nigeria is an equal opportunity employer.

Global Fund C PPM Project Vacancy announcement- KNCV Nigeria.

KNCV Nigeria is firmly equipped with the technical and administrative capacity to strengthen TB, TB/HIV and COVID 19 Vaccination service delivery platforms, supporting health system strengthening and research in Nigeria. With over 200 program staff in 14 state offices and over 2,000 ad hoc health care workers across 248 facilities, KNCN Nigeria has remained a major player in TB program implementation in Nigeria. We employ a systems approach, using data-driven quality improvement methods to identify and address gaps in TB, TB/HIV diagnostic and management services. Our work focuses on collaborative planning, design, and implementation, engaging the private sector, strengthening service delivery platforms, and community structures, and improving the quality of services available in Nigeria.

In collaboration with the Institute of Human Virology (IHVN) as the Principal Recipient (PR), KNCV is implementing the Global Fund Grant Cycle 7 (GC7) which seeks to improve the public-private mix (PPM) contribution to TB control, community active TB case finding and referral for management, as well as the provision of HIV Testing Services (HTS) to pregnant women through community engagements and early infant diagnosis for HIV in the 7 states of Akwa Ibom, Anambra, Bauchi Cross River, Kaduna, Kano, and Katsina.

The GC7 approach will include 1) people-centered services where clients are valued as equal partners who are served by integrated and client-centric differentiated service delivery (DSD) approaches; and 2) community engagement that targets.

Persons with HIV and TB
TB/HIV co-infection
Multi-drug resistant TB (MDR TB)

The goals of the grant are:

To accelerate efforts at ending the TB epidemic in Nigeria by ensuring access to comprehensive and high-quality patient-centered and community-owned TB (TB, TB/HIV, and DR-TB) services for all Nigerians by 2026.
To increase the PPM contribution to the national TB case notification from 24% in 2022 to 30% in 2026 and to increase the community contribution to the national TB case notification from 43% in 2022 to 45% in 2026.
To achieve 100% HIV screening among pregnant and breastfeeding women in unconventional settings (TBAs and home settings) in Nigeria by 2026.

Recruitment Program Officers (3)

(Vacancy number KN135)

Job Title: Program Officers (3)

Job Type: Full Time

Qualification: MBBS, MPH

Experience: 5 years

Location: Anambra, Bauchi, Kano.

Purpose of the job

The program officer will serve as the team lead at the state level and oversee the implementation of the Global Fund GC7 grant in the supported state. The Program officer will work closely with and support the State TB and Leprosy Control Programs (STBLCP) as well as the State AIDS and STI Control Program (SASCP) in the control of TB and HIV in the supported states. The program officer will support the demand creation for TB and HIV control services, support the diagnosis of TB from the private sector and the community, as well as support the provision of HIV testing services to pregnant women through community engagements and early infant diagnosis for HIV. The Program officer will also support the management of diagnosed TB/DRTB cases in each supported state and ensure that all enrolled TB clients have a favorable treatment outcome. They will organize & conduct regular data-driven health facility supervision to ensure quality TB, TB/HIV, DR-TB surveillance, and service delivery.

Duties and Responsibilities of the Program Officer:

Oversee the implementation of all components of the Global Fund GC7 grant in the state.
Facilitate the engagement of private Health facilities and other relevant stakeholders in TB and HIV control.
Organize & conduct regular data-driven health facility supervision to ensure quality TB, TB/HIV, DR-TB surveillance, and service delivery.
Provide regular technical support and supervision to field personnel, including private health sector care providers, Linkage Coordinators, sample movers, PPM Cluster Coordinators, Sputum Movement Consultants, Community TB/HIV Cascade Monitors, CBOs, and other related staff providing services along TB service delivery cascade.
Support facilities to ensure effective linkages for TB clinical cascade as well as integration with allied interventions including HIV/AIDS prevention, care, and treatment.
Work with relevant state staff to disseminate guidelines, tools, and procedures that will support the achievement of quality service delivery.
Contribute to the development of program strategies, subproject documents, work plans, and budgets and ensure key performance indicators are met in line with the grant objectives.
Contribute to the development of lessons learned from programs and projects related to TB and TB/HIV program interventions and apply these lessons to modify existing programs and improve the design of new programs.
Represent KNCV with donors and government officials on issues of Global Fund GC7
Assist in strengthening a system of reporting on program progress against stated objectives and monitoring and evaluation frameworks.
Assist in the data collection, collation, validation, and reporting according to the KNCV GF M&E plan.
Submit monthly/quarterly state progress reports to the country office.

Who are we looking for?

Education:

MBBS and master’s degree or higher in public health.
A master’s degree in public health will be an additional advantage.

Knowledge/experience:

Minimum five (5) years experience in TB/HIV program implementation in a resource-challenged setting.
Demonstrated experience with public health disease programs and/or surveillance strengthening in developing countries (including national TB control programs and/or other infectious disease control) is highly desirable.
Knowledge of and familiarity with key HIV innovations and other strategic initiatives with a focus on surveillance and/or monitoring.
Experience of Global Fund policies, regulations, and procedures is desirable.
Proficiency in statistical analysis and use of computer
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, approachable and good listener
Exhibits a high level of accuracy in work, and ability to analyze complex sets of relationships and situations.
Have a high sense of integrity and transparency.
Ability to manage official information in a confidential manner.
Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure to meet deadlines.

What do we offer?

A full-time (40 hours per week) fixed-term contract for a year, with the intention of extending the contract depending on funding and performance.
Fast-paced and result-oriented culture.
An informal work atmosphere in an international environment where initiative is appreciated.
A highly motivated and diverse team of experienced, self-driven colleagues.
Frequent capacity building and training
KNCV Nigeria has its own Employment Conditions Scheme.

How to Apply

Interested and Qualified candidates are to Click Here to Apply. Only applicants who applied via this channel will be considered

Note:

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.
Due to the influx of applications, only shortlisted candidates may receive feedback on the recruitment process.
Any successful candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation.
KNCV Nigeria is against any form of sexual harassment and abuse.
There may be travel requirements and opportunities within Nigeria.
KNCV Nigeria is an equal-opportunity employer

Recruitment Assistant Program Officers (2)

(Vacancy number KN136)

Job Title: Assistant Program Officer (2)

Job Type: Full Time

Qualification: BSc/BA, MBA/MSc/MA

Experience: 3 years

Location: Akwa Ibom, Kaduna.

Purpose of the job

The Assistant program officer will support the Program officer in overseeing the technical aspects of the day-to-day implementation of the Global fund GC7 grant in each state and will support the State TB and Leprosy Control Programs (STBLCP) as well as the State AIDS and STI Control Program (SASCP) in the control of TB and HIV in the supported states. The Assistant program officer will support the demand creation for TB and HIV control services, support the diagnosis of TB from the private sector and the community, as well as support the provision of HIV testing services to pregnant women through community engagements and early infant diagnosis for HIV. The Program officer will also support the management of diagnosed TB/DRTB cases in each supported state and ensure that all enrolled TB clients have a favorable treatment outcome. They will organize & conduct regular data-driven health facility supervision to ensure quality TB, TB/HIV, DR-TB surveillance, and service delivery. The Assistant Program officer will also oversee the activities of the TB/EID Sample movement consultants, TB/HIV Cascade monitors as well as the PPM Cluster Coordinators.

Duties and Responsibilities of the Program Officer:

Facilitate the engagement of private Health facilities and other relevant stakeholders in TB and HIV control.
Organize & conduct regular data-driven health facility supervision to ensure quality TB, TB/HIV, DR-TB surveillance, and service delivery.
Provide regular technical support and supervision to field personnel, including private health sector care providers, Linkage Coordinators, sample movers, PPM Cluster Coordinators, Sputum Movement Consultants, Community TB/HIV Cascade Monitors, CBOs, and other related staff providing services along TB service delivery cascade.
Support facilities to ensure effective linkages for TB clinical cascade as well as integration with allied interventions including HIV/AIDS prevention, care, and treatment.
Work with relevant state staff to disseminate guidelines, tools, and procedures that will support the achievement of quality service delivery.
Represent KNCV with donors and government officials on issues of Global Fund GC7
Assist in strengthening a system of reporting on program progress against stated objectives and monitoring and evaluation frameworks.
Assist in the data collection, collation, validation, and reporting according to the KNCV GF M&E plan.

Who are we looking for?

Education:

BSc/BA.
A master’s degree will be an additional advantage.

Knowledge/experience:

Minimum three (3) years experience in TB/HIV program implementation in a resource-challenged setting.
Demonstrated experience with public health disease programs and/or surveillance strengthening in developing countries (including national TB control programs and/or other infectious disease control) is highly desirable.
Experience of Global Fund policies, regulations, and procedures is desirable.
Proficiency in statistical analysis and use of computer
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, approachable and good listener
Exhibits a high level of accuracy in work, and ability to analyze complex sets of relationships and situations.
Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure to meet deadlines.

What do we offer?

A full-time (40 hours per week) fixed-term contract for a year, with the intention of extending the contract depending on funding and performance.
Fast-paced and result-oriented culture.
An informal work atmosphere in an international environment where initiative is appreciated.
A highly motivated and diverse team of experienced, self-driven colleagues.
Frequent capacity building and training.
KNCV Nigeria has its own Employment Conditions Scheme.

How to Apply

Interested and Qualified candidates are to Click Here to Apply. Only applicants who applied via this channel will be considered

Note:

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.
Due to the influx of applications, only shortlisted candidates may receive feedback on the recruitment process.
Any successful candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation.
KNCV Nigeria is against any form of sexual harassment and abuse.
There may be travel requirements and opportunities within Nigeria.
KNCV Nigeria is an equal-opportunity employer

Recruitment M&E Assistant

(Vacancy number KN137)

Job Title: M&E Assistant

Job Type: Full Time

Qualification: BA/BSc/HND, /MSc/MA

Experience: 2 – 3 years

Location: Abuja

Purpose of the job

The M&E Assistant will work with the M&E Advisor to ensure a seamless harmonization of all M&E activities and ensure the implementation of the M&E plan for the GF COMM-PPM Project, including monitoring progress against planned activities, critical milestones, and targets as well as providing support and guidance to program counterparts to ensure that the data collection, data management, and reporting, are of the highest possible quality.

Duties and Responsibilities of the Monitoring and Evaluation Assistant:

Support the M&E Advisor to ensure timely and complete reporting of Project activities.
Adapt & implement tools & techniques to improve the quality and use of data.
Contribute to employing a rigorous monitoring and evaluation system to track the progress of Project activities and outputs, including a strong focus on documenting lessons learned and best practices in monitoring and evaluation.
Provide support and capacity building to site-level staff for data collection, collation, and analysis.
Participate in data management activities for rapid assessments, situational analysis, surveys, evaluations, and operations research as required.
Assist in monitoring and evaluating progress towards annual work plans, and expected outputs, including selecting and monitoring progress in meeting indicators.
Support monitoring and evaluation and knowledge management activities across project sites.
Perform routine data quality assessment (DQA) and implement quality improvement mechanisms to ensure data quality.
Support the M&E Advisor to ensure timely data collection, compilation, and reporting according to project M&E plan.
Perform other additional duties as assigned.

Who are we looking for?

Education:

BA/BSc/HND, /MSc/MA
A master’s degree in statistics or public health will be an additional advantage.

Knowledge/experience:

At least 2-3 years of experience in M & E in public health projects
Experience in working in the fields of TB/HIV, Community TB, and MDR TB, with extensive field experience in Nigeria.
Proficiency in statistical analysis and use of computer
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, approachable and good listener
Exhibits a high level of accuracy in work, and ability to analyze complex sets of relationships and situations.
Excellent in written and spoken English.
Must be self-starter with the ability to work in a team, dynamic, solid, and open.
Must be flexible with absolute integrity, organizational awareness, and understanding of cultural differences.
Have a high sense of integrity and transparency.
Ability to manage official information confidentially.
Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure to meet deadlines.

What do we offer?

A full-time (40 hours per week) fixed-term contract for a year, with the intention of extending the contract depending on funding and performance.
Fast-paced and result-oriented culture.
An informal work atmosphere in an international environment where initiative is appreciated.
A highly motivated and diverse team of experienced, self-driven colleagues.
Frequent capacity building and training.
KNCV Nigeria has its own Employment Conditions Scheme.

How to Apply

Interested and Qualified candidates are to Click here to apply. Only applicants who applied via this channel will be considered

Note:

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.
Due to the influx of applications, only shortlisted candidates may receive feedback on the recruitment process.
Any successful candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation.
KNCV Nigeria is against any form of sexual harassment and abuse.
There may be travel requirements and opportunities within Nigeria.
KNCV Nigeria is an equal-opportunity employer

Recruitment TB/HIV Technical Assistant (11)

(Vacancy number KN138)

Job Title: TB/HIV Technical Assistant (11)

Job Type: Consultancy

Qualification: BSc/BA, MBA/MSc/MA

Experience: 3 years

Location: Akwa Ibom, Anambra, Bauchi, Cross River, Kaduna, Kano, Katsina

Purpose of the job

The TB/HIV Technical Assistant will support the Program officer to provide day-to-day oversight for the scale-up of community TB/DRTB, HIV, and PPM services across the state, as well as the optimize demand creation for the implementation of the community linkage of pregnant HIV positive women from the community to appropriate care.

Duties and Responsibilities of the Program Officer:

Under the coordination of the Program Officer, the State TB/HIV Technical Assistant will:

Provide day-to-day oversight for the scale-up of community TB/DRTB, HIV, and PPM services across the state.
Coordinate with all the ad-hoc field workers engaged by KNCV Nigeria to ensure effective service delivery.
Support the Program officer in ensuring seamless coordination and robust data reporting.
Work closely with cluster coordinators and LGA TB/HIV reporting structures.
Collaborate with the state STBLCP and SASCP to facilitate knowledge transfer and capacity building as TB and HIV service integration is being scaled up.
Build the capacity of existing state TB and HIV structures toward program sustainability.
Collate and analyze program data following LGA validation of TB and HIV data.
Identify the gaps in providers, facilities, and LGAs and develop remedial actions.
Develop the weekly state/LGA TB/HIV activity work plan in line with the approved state budget.
Onboard field teams and service providers on technological solutions (MATS, CommTB, AIM 250, EPCON, specimen movement dashboard).
Manage the back end of these systems and work with the central teams to troubleshoot issues.
Provide on-site mentoring and capacity building for TB/HIV PPM and community service providers in the state.
Review weekly community TB and HIV activity reports from outreaches, Active Case findings, and HTS among pregnant women conducted across all LGAs by the CBOs.
Assess work plans and budgets for subsequent week’s activities for the program officer’s approval.
Maintain the state’s line listing of all DRTB patients identified from PPM and community interventions.
Support the STBLCP and SASCP in ensuring 100% linkage to treatment for HIV-positive pregnant women identified in the community.
Maintain statewide visibility of TB/HIV program commodities, consumables, and medicines.
Collaborate with state TB and HIV logistics officers.
Redistribute RTKs and medicines to LGAs as needed.
Manage supplies and distribution of mama packs and the action meal.
Prepare distribution plans and generate monthly utilization reports.

Who are we looking for?

Education:

BSc/BA.
A master’s degree will be an additional advantage.

Knowledge/experience:

Minimum three (3) years experience in TB/HIV program implementation in a resource-challenged setting.
Demonstrated experience with public health disease programs and/or surveillance strengthening in developing countries (including national TB control programs and/or other infectious disease control) is highly desirable.
Experience of Global Fund policies, regulations, and procedures is desirable.
Proficiency in statistical analysis and use of computer
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, approachable and good listener
Exhibits a high level of accuracy in work, and ability to analyze complex sets of relationships and situations.
Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure to meet deadlines.

What do we offer?

An onsite consultancy (40 hours per week) fixed-term contract for a year, with the intention of extending the contract depending on funding and performance.
Fast-paced and result-oriented culture.
An informal work atmosphere in an international environment where initiative is appreciated.
A highly motivated and diverse team of experienced, self-driven colleagues.
Frequent capacity building and training.
KNCV Nigeria has its own Employment Conditions Scheme.

How to Apply

Interested and Qualified candidates are to Click Here to Apply. Only applicants who applied via this channel will be considered

Note:

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.
Due to the influx of applications, only shortlisted candidates may receive feedback on the recruitment process.
Any successful candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation.
KNCV Nigeria is against any form of sexual harassment and abuse.
There may be travel requirements and opportunities within Nigeria.
KNCV Nigeria is an equal opportunity employer

Recruitment Account Assistant (7)

(Vacancy number KN139)

Job Title: Account Assistant

Job Type: Consultancy

Qualification: Bachelor’s degree (Accounting, Finance and or Business Management)

Experience: 3 – 4 years

Location: Akwa Ibom, Anambra, Bauchi, Cross Rivers, Kaduna, Kano, Katsina.

Purpose of the job

The Account Assistant will be responsible for preparing and managing all payments and incentives due to Linkage Coordinators, PMVs, CBOs, Mentor Mentors, and Facilities. The ideal candidate will have strong accounting skills, experience in handling accounts payable and receivable, and a keen eye for detail. This role requires excellent organizational skills and the ability to ensure accuracy and timeliness in processing financial transactions.

Duties and Responsibilities of the Program/Admin Assistant:

Prepare and process payments and incentives for all project stakeholders, including Linkage Coordinators, PMVs, CBOs, Mentor Mentors, and Facilities.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records.
Reconcile accounts and resolve any discrepancies in a timely manner.
Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, and donor requirements.
Assist in preparing financial reports for the Global Fund Project.
Communicate with stakeholders to address and resolve payment-related issues.
Support the finance team with additional accounting tasks as needed.
Ensure adherence to all major financial rules and regulations which are described in the KNCV Finance Manual and other appropriate policies.
Perform other additional duties as assigned.

Who are we looking for?

Education:

Bachelor’s degree (Accounting, Finance and or Business Management)

Knowledge/experience:

3 – 4 years of experience in finance management, accounting, and working in a project setting
Demonstrable experience with accounting and financial reporting in GF/USG supported projects
Knowledge of relevant accounting software systems
Excellent Excel skills
Proficiency in the use of computer applications (Microsoft Office etc.)
Excellent written and verbal English language skills
Must be a self-starter with the ability to work in a team, dynamic, solid, and open
Must be flexible with absolute integrity, organizational awareness, and understanding of cultural differences.

What do we offer?

An Onsite consultancy (40 hours per week) fixed-term contract for a year, with the intention of extending the contract depending on funding and performance.
Fast-paced and result-oriented culture.
An informal work atmosphere in an international environment where initiative is appreciated.
A highly motivated and diverse team of experienced, self-driven colleagues.
Frequent capacity building and training.
KNCV Nigeria has its own Employment Conditions Scheme.

How to Apply

Interested and Qualified candidates are to Click Here to Apply. Only applicants who applied via this channel will be considered

Note:

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.
Due to the influx of applications, only shortlisted candidates may receive feedback on the recruitment process.
Any successful candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation.
KNCV Nigeria is against any form of sexual harassment and abuse.
There may be travel requirements and opportunities within Nigeria.
KNCV Nigeria is an equal opportunity employer

Recruitment TB/EID Sample Movement Consultant

(Vacancy number KN140)

Job Title: TB/EID Sample Movement Consultant

Job Type: Consultancy

Qualification: BA/BSc/HND, /MSc/MA

Experience: 1-2 years

Location: Kaduna

Purpose of the job

The TB/EID Sample movement consultant will support general Public Private Mix (PPM), community active TB case search as well as HIV early infant diagnosis implementation in the state with a special focus on sample referral to testing sites by sputum movers, as well as timely retrieval of results, and ensure adequate documentation and monitoring.

Duties and Responsibilities of the TB/EID Sample Movement Consultant:

Collaborate with the State Program Officer to work with the State program in reviewing the existing molecular diagnostic sites (GeneXpert, Truenat, etc) mapping.
Support the effectiveness and efficiency of sputum sample/EID referral in both public and private facilities in the state to designated GeneXpert sites and reference laboratories.
Conduct routine monitoring and supervisory visits to ensure the effectiveness of sample referrals in their respective states.
Collate and submit monthly sputum shipment data in the state to the state program officer.
Review and submit verified Sputum/EID payment sheet monthly.
Coordinate monthly harmonization of data between the Linkage coordinators/CBOs and the Local Government Tuberculosis and Leprosy Supervisor (LGTBLS)
Support demand creation for Tuberculosis (TB) services at the community level
Write and share monthly narrative reports on sample shipments.
Routine review and validation of sample shipment reports by the linkage coordinators for their respective states.
Facilitate prompt resolutions of downtimes at any designated molecular diagnostic site and re-direct or re-distribute sputum samples to nearby sites for prompt testing.
Conduct any other task as may be assigned.

Who are we looking for?

Education:

HND or Bachelor’s degree.
A Master’s degree will be an added advantage.

Knowledge/experience:

1-2 years of relevant work experience with development agencies and foundations
Experience in the TB/HIV program is an added advantage.

What do we offer?

An On-site Consultancy (40 hours per week) fixed-term contract for a year, with the intention of extending the contract depending on funding and performance.
Fast-paced and result-oriented culture.
An informal work atmosphere in an international environment where initiative is appreciated.
A highly motivated and diverse team of experienced, self-driven colleagues.
Frequent capacity building and training.
KNCV Nigeria has its own Employment Conditions Scheme.

How to Apply

Interested and Qualified candidates are to Click Here to Apply. Only applicants who applied via this channel will be considered

Note:

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.
Due to the influx of applications, only shortlisted candidates may receive feedback on the recruitment process.
Any successful candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation.
KNCV Nigeria is against any form of sexual harassment and abuse.
There may be travel requirements and opportunities within Nigeria.
KNCV Nigeria is an equal opportunity employer

Recruitment TB/HIV Cascade Monitors (7) (Vacancy number KN133)

KNCV Nigeria

KNCV Nigeria is firmly equipped with technical and administrative capacity in strengthening TB, TB/HIV and COVID 19 Vaccination service delivery platforms, supporting health system strengthening and research in Nigeria. With 150 program staff in 14 state offices and over 2,000 ad hoc health care workers across 248 facilities, KNCN Nigeria has remained a major player in TB Program implementation in Nigeria. We employ a systems approach, using data-driven quality improvement methods to identify and address gaps in TB, TB/HIV diagnostic and management services. Our work focuses on collaborative planning, design, and implementation, engaging the private sector, strengthening service delivery platforms, and community structures and improving the quality of services available in Nigeria.

In collaboration with the Institute of Human Virology (IHVN) as the Principal Recipient (PR), KNCV is implementing the Global Fund Grant Cycle 7 (GC7) grant, which seeks to improve the publicprivate mix (PPM) contribution to TB control, community active TB case finding and referral for management, as well as the provision of HIV Testing Services (HTS) to pregnant women through community engagements and early infant diagnosis for HIV in the 7 states of Akwa Ibom, Anambra, Bauchi Cross River, Kaduna, Kano, and Katsina.

Persons with HIV and TB TB/HIV co-infection Multi-drug-resistant TB (MDR TB)

The goals of the grant are:

To accelerate efforts at ending the TB epidemic in Nigeria by ensuring access to comprehensive and high-quality patient-centered and community-owned TB (TB, HIV/AIDS, and DR-TB) services for all Nigerians by 2026.
To increase the PPM contribution to the national TB case notification from 24% in 2022 to 30% in 2026 and to increase the community contribution to the national TB case notification from 43% in 2022 to 45% in 2026.
To achieve 100% HIV screening among pregnant and breastfeeding women in unconventional settings (TBAs and home settings) in Nigeria by 2026.

Job Title: TB/HIV Cascade Monitors (7)

Job Type: Consultancy

Qualification: BA/BSc/HND, /MSc/MA

Experience: 1-2 years

Location: Akwa Ibom, Anambra, Bauchi, Cross River, Kaduna, Kano, Katsina

Purpose of the job

The TB/HIV cascade monitor will support engaged community-based organizations (CBOs) in supported states to optimize community TB case finding and management, as well as diagnosis of HIV among pregnant women from the community and linkage to care. The TB/HIV cascade monitor will also supervise the decentralized management of DRTB patients receiving care in the community.

Duties and Responsibilities

Conduct supportive supervisory visits to the CBOs to review their documentation to ascertain the presumptive and positive TB/HIV cases in their registers.
Conduct visits to the DOTS sites and Laboratory facilities to verify presumptive and diagnosed TB/HIV cases from the community/CBO in the facility and lab registers.
Ensure that all the diagnosed TB/HIV cases from the community are also in the LGA register and receiving treatment.
Collate the verified results from the CBOs and report to the KNCV program officer for review and processing for stipend payments.
Work with the TBLS of supported LGAs to ensure complete capturing of Community TB data by the TBLS.
Perform oversight functions to the CBOs and Community Health Workers (CHWs) on the implementation of Active TB/HIV case findings (ACF) in the selected slums.
Collect and collate retirements and report of activities (program and financial) implemented from supported CBOs, and forward same to the Program Officer for further processing.
Summarize the collated data from the CBO report and share this report with the TBLS and STBLCP.
Conduct any other task as may be assigned.

Job Specification Education:

HND or Bachelor’s degree.
Master’s degree will be an added advantage.

Knowledge/experience:

1-2 years’ relevant work experience with development agencies and foundations
Experience in TB/HIV program is an added advantage.
Experience with Global Fund policies, regulations, and procedures is desirable.
Proficiency in statistical analysis and the use of computers.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; approachable and good listener.
Exhibits a high level of accuracy in work and the ability to analyse complex sets of relationships and situations.
Have a high sense of integrity and transparency.
Ability to manage official information in a confidential manner.
Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure to meet deadlines.

What do we offer?

40 hours per week, service contract for a year, with the intention of extending the contract depending on funding and performance.
Fast-paced and result-oriented culture.
An informal work atmosphere in an international environment where initiative is appreciated.
A highly motivated and diverse team of experienced, self-driven colleagues.
Frequent capacity building and training.
KNCV Nigeria has its own Employment Conditions Scheme.

Application and Information (Read Carefully)

⇒ You can apply for this position by making your CV and cover letter as a single document and use the following subject pattern.

⇒ “An application for job position, location, KN133”

Then email your attachment to tbhivcascademonitor@kncvnigeria.org Applications sent by any other means or delivered to other addresses will not be considered under this application.

⇒ Application deadline is 26th of April 2024

Note:

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.
Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for the recruitment process.
Any successful candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation.
There may be travel requirements and opportunities within Nigeria.
Qualified females are encouraged to apply.
KNCV Nigeria is an equal opportunity employer.

Recruitment PPM Cluster Coordinators (2) (Vacancy number KN134)

KNCV Nigeria

Persons with HIV and TB TB/HIV co-infection Multi-drug-resistant TB (MDR TB)

The goals of the grant are:

To accelerate efforts at ending the TB epidemic in Nigeria by ensuring access to comprehensive and high-quality patient-centered and community-owned TB (TB, HIV/AIDS, and DR-TB) services for all Nigerians by 2026.
To increase the PPM contribution to the national TB case notification from 24% in 2022 to 30% in 2026 and to increase the community contribution to the national TB case notification from 43% in 2022 to 45% in 2026.
To achieve 100% HIV screening among pregnant and breastfeeding women in unconventional settings (TBAs and home settings) in Nigeria by 2026.

Job Title: PPM Cluster Coordinators

Job Type: Consultancy Qualification: BA/BSc/HND, /MSc/MA

Experience: 1-2 years

Location: Anambra, Katsina.

Purpose of the job

The PPM Cluster coordinators will support the state program officer to collate, analyse and review data from the engaged private health facilities. They will be responsible for technical oversight on the private health facilities, as well as supporting these facilities to improve in their TB case finding and documentation.

Duties and Responsibilities

Support the engagement of private health facilities in supported states for TB case finding and management.
Support the linkage coordinators in the state to ensure oversight on the engaged private health facilities.
Weekly, monthly, and quarterly data collation from the linkage coordinators and analysis of this data for onward transmission to the state program officer.
Monthly validation of data submitted by the linkage coordinators to ensure that submitted data are complete and correct.
Monthly/quarterly data harmonization with the local government supervisor to ensure that all PPM related data in the state is captured by the TBLS.
Conduct any other task as may be assigned.

Job Specification Education:

HND or Bachelor’s degree.
Master’s degree will be an added advantage.

Knowledge/experience:

1-2 years’ relevant work experience with development agencies and foundations
Experience in TB/HIV program is an added advantage.
Experience with Global Fund policies, regulations, and procedures is desirable.
Proficiency in statistical analysis and the use of computers.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; approachable and good listener.
Exhibits a high level of accuracy in work and the ability to analyze complex sets of relationships and situations.
Have a high sense of integrity and transparency.
Ability to manage official information in a confidential manner.
Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure to meet deadlines.

What do we offer?

40 hours per week, service contract for a year, with the intention of extending the contract depending on funding and performance.
Fast-paced and result-oriented culture.
An informal work atmosphere in an international environment where initiative is appreciated.
A highly motivated and diverse team of experienced, self-driven colleagues.
Frequent capacity building and training.
KNCV Nigeria has its own Employment Conditions Scheme.

Application and Information (Read Carefully)

⇒ You can apply for this position by making your CV and cover letter as a single document and use the following subject pattern.

⇒ “An application for job position, location, KN134”

Then email your attachment to ppmclustercoordinator@kncvnigeria.org Applications sent by any other means or delivered to other addresses will not be considered under this application.

⇒ Application deadline is 26th of April 2024

Note:

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.
Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for the recruitment process.
Any successful candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation.
There may be travel requirements and opportunities within Nigeria.
Qualified females are encouraged to apply.
KNCV Nigeria is an equal opportunity employer.