The Institute of Human Virology, Nigeria (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.
IHVN collaborates with national, state, and local governments in Nigeria as well as with regional and worldwide organizations. The ACTION to Sustain Precision and Integrated HIV Response towards Epidemic Control (ASPIRE) project is implemented by IHVN with funding from the US President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) through the US Centres for Disease Prevention and Control (CDC) to reduce mortality of people living with HIV (PLHIV) by providing HIV testing services; Strengthening laboratory capacity to achieve quality and sustained clinical management for HIV/AIDS, TB, Malaria, SAR-COV 2 and non-communicable disease (NCDs).
IHVN is seeking qualified candidates for the following position:
Position
Program Officer, Lab Biotech Unit
Reports to
Head of Biotech and HOD Laboratory
Scheduled Work Time
Monday – Friday (Flexibility, willing to travel and work weekends)
Location:
Abuja
Opening Date: 17/01/2024
Closing Date: 30/01/2024
Job Summary:
The Program Officer Clinical Laboratory- Biotech Unit will assist the Biotech Unit Head in Biosafety cabinet (BSC) certification and in the installation, maintenance, and calibration of Laboratory ancillary equipment in IHVN-supported Laboratories. Make daily reports of day-to-day activities at the IHVN equipment calibration centre/workshop and update Laboratory equipment inventory.
Description and objectives:
He or She will serve as the Biotech Engineer supporting equipment maintenance across supported Laboratories. S/He under the supervision of the HoU-Biotech and guided by the HoD Laboratory, is tasked with Biosafety hood certifications, support installation, upkeep, and calibration of ancillary laboratory equipment in IHVN-supported laboratories. The objective is to enhance and reinforce sustainable equipment maintenance, ultimately improving the functionality of equipment in supported facilities and the overall laboratory program.
Responsibilities:
Provide support in BSC Certification
Carry out installation, Testing, and calibration of laboratory ancillary equipment (Pipette microscope, Autoclave, incubator, freezers, refrigerators, etc.)
Carry out corrective, preventive and breakdown maintenance of laboratory equipment.
Train laboratory staff on the use and maintenance of laboratory equipment
Evaluate the efficacy, safety, and efficiency of laboratory equipment.
Maintain inventory for laboratory equipment and calibration tools.
Carryout equipment calibration at IHVN equipment Center/workshop
Generate Technical report.
Prepare monthly and annual work plans for laboratory equipment maintenance.
Any other task(s) assigned by the Head of Unit.
Required competencies.
Must be a graduate BSC, BTech or HND in Physic, Engineering, or any related field.
Must have a minimum of 2 years of experience in installations, calibration and maintenance of Laboratory equipment.
Must have metrology certification.
NSF biosafety cabinet basic certification will be an added advantage.
Must be proficient in the use of data analytical software.
Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, or others.
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 14 days from the date of this publication, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The Institute of Human Virology, Nigeria (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.
The Resilient HIV Implementation Science with Sexual & Gender Minority Youths using Evidence (RISE) study to evaluate the effectiveness and implementation of the HealthMpowerment (HMP) mobile health application is a new 5-year NIH- funded multi-country projected from UMB in collaboration with 5 clinical research performance sites (CRPS) across four countries in sub-Saharan Africa – Nigeria, Kenya, Malawi, and Zambia. UMB has a subcontract with IHVN being one of the two sites in Nigeria.
IHVN is seeking qualified candidates for the following position:
Position
Study and Data Coordinator – Digital Health for Key Populations in HIV Care and Prevention
Reports to
Research Coordinator
Location:
Nigeria
Opening Date: 09/01/2024
Closing Date: 22/01/2024
Job Summary:
IHVN is seeking a dedicated and passionate Study and Data Coordinator to join our team and play a crucial role in a groundbreaking project focused on improving HIV care and prevention among key populations through digital health interventions. The successful candidate will work closely with healthcare providers and key population civil society organizations to ensure the smooth execution of the project, as well as actively engage key population community members in the process.
Responsibilities:
Lead the day-to-day coordination and management of the digital health project for key populations.
Collaborate with the research team to develop and refine project objectives, timelines and deliverables.
Ensure that project activities are executed in compliance with ethical guidelines and regulations.
Establish and maintain strong relationships with key population groups.
Conduct outreaches and community mobilization efforts to ensure active participation in the project.
Act as a liaison between the project team and key population communities to address concerns and facilitate communication.
Oversee the deployment of digital health interventions, including mobile apps and other technology-based solutions.
Support Data Officers in training healthcare staff and key population participants on the use of digital tools, monitor participant use of the digital health app, and ensure their ongoing engagement.
Work with the digital health app development team to develop and update app content, as well as troubleshooting issues.
Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of digital health interventions in improving HIV care and prevention.
Collaborate with data analysts to collect, manage, and analyze project data.
Ensure the accuracy and integrity of data collected from key population participants.
Work with data officers and data management staff to ensure that data submission, quality control (QC), error correction, data processing and entry are functioning smoothly.
Identify and follow up on delinquent data and serves as back-up to the data manager.
Responsible for system/account maintenance for site staff to access the REDCap web portal and other data management applications. The CRS Coordinator will work with the CRC.
Conduct data quality assurance activities for the study sites:
Prepare regular progress reports and contribute to research publications.
Implement quality assurance measures to ensure that project activities meet established standards.
Conduct regular assessments and make recommendations for improvements.
Work closely with healthcare providers, researchers and community organizations to align project activities with broader healthcare initiatives.
Participate in team meetings and provide input on project strategies and goals.
Experience, skills and competencies
Previous experience in coordinating research or healthcare projects, particularly in the field of HIV prevention or key population engagement.
Strong understanding of digital health technologies and their application in healthcare settings.
Experience with Microsoft, Excel, Access, MS SQL Server, MySQL, electronic medical record systems, and REDCap.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with diverse communities.
Knowledge of ethical considerations related to working with key populations and vulnerable communities.
Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Sensitivity to cultural and social issues impacting key populations in HIV care and prevention.
Educational Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in public health, social sciences, or a related field
Registered with the health professional council or general nursing council of Nigeria.
Psychosocial counselling
Human subject protection and good clinical practice training
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 14 days from the date of this publication, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The Institute of Human Virology, Nigeria (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.
The Resilient HIV Implementation Science with Sexual & Gender Minority Youths using Evidence (RISE) study to evaluate the effectiveness and implementation of the HealthMpowerment (HMP) mobile health application is a new 5-year NIH-funded multi-country project from UMB in collaboration with 5 clinical research performance sites (CRPS) across four countries in sub-Saharan Africa – Nigeria, Kenya, Malawi, and Zambia. UMB has a subcontract with IHVN being one of the two sites in Nigeria.
IHVN is seeking qualified candidates for the following position:
Position
Data Officer – Digital Health for Key Populations in HIV Care and Prevention
Reports to
Study and Data Coordinator
Location:
Abuja
Opening Date: 09/01/2024
Closing Date: 22/01/2024
Job Summary:
IHVN is seeking a dedicated and passionate Data Officer to join our team and play a crucial role in a groundbreaking project focused on improving HIV care and prevention among key populations through digital health interventions. The successful candidate will work closely with the healthcare providers, key population civil society organizations and Study and Data Coordinator to ensure the quality of study data. The candidate will be responsible for managing study data collection forms and databases, data entry of paper-based clinical forms into the REDCap study database, and provide trouble-shooting support for the digital health app.
Responsibilities:
Lead the day-to-day coordination and management of study-related data and digital health app functioning at the site level.
Check for completeness in source documents and consistency between paper-based registers and the REDCap database.
Carry out daily manual data checks to verify completeness check for data errors against paper forms.
Extract data from participant electronic health records or tablet-based data to REDCap.
Ensure completeness, validity, consistency, timeliness, and accuracy of electronic health record data and/or tablet-based data.
Evaluate databases and check for inconsistencies, duplicates, or missing data on a weekly basis.
Meet monthly with the study statistician to review data and address any issues with data quality, merges, and freezes.
Train healthcare staff and key population participants on the use of the digital health app, with support from the Study and Data Coordinator.
Ensure that project activities are executed in compliance with ethical guidelines and regulations.
Work with the digital health app team to troubleshoot issues.
Collaborate with the Study and Data Coordinator and other study team members to collect, manage, and analyze project data.
Participate in team meetings and provide input on project data.
Participate in the review of standard operating procedures (SOPs) established for data management.
Experience, skills and competencies
Strong understanding of digital health technologies and their application in healthcare settings.
Experience with Microsoft, Excel, Access, MS SQL Server, MySQL, electronic medical record systems, and REDCap
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with diverse communities.
Knowledge of ethical considerations related to working with key populations and vulnerable communities.
Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Sensitivity to cultural and social issues impacting key populations in HIV care and prevention.
Educational Qualification
Bachelor’s degree in public health, social sciences, or a related field
Human subject protection and good clinical practice training
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 14 days from the date of this publication, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Request for Proposal: Consultant to Conduct Feasibility Study on Food Security and Resilience Strengthening.
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.
To improve the well-being of vulnerable households and to establish a solid foundation for a project proposal and implementation for a BMZ application, IHVN is calling for tenders to conduct a feasibility study on “Food security and resilience strengthening for vulnerable groups through multi-sectoral services in response to high birth rate, malaria prevalence, and agricultural potential.”
Terms of Reference
Background
High birth rates result in rapid population growth, causing a strain on available resources, especially in low and middle-income countries like Nigeria (36.026 births per 1000 people), increasing public expenditure needed to provide sufficiently for the population. Poverty, malnutrition, illness, and death are consequences of high population growth, especially among the vulnerable population. Illnesses such as malaria are prevalent in these poor countries located mostly in the tropics (51,000,000 cases in Nigeria annually). Young children, pregnant and breast-feeding women are vulnerable due to reduced immunity. The cost of treating malaria imposes a further economic burden on already impoverished families. However, families can be empowered to be resilient by harnessing available natural resources, such as agricultural potential currently at 40% in Africa, to improve food security (especially in Nigeria, with 17 million people currently at risk of food insecurity) and economically strengthen the ability to cater for the family needs including preventing and treating illnesses, reducing malnutrition and death, especially among the vulnerable population.
Nigeria with a population growth rate of 2.38% and a fertility rate of 5.1 births per woman is experiencing rapid population growth (Statista, 2023). Nigeria is unable to harness its large population to achieve its developmental goals as about 60% are dependent below the age of 25 with 40% of the population supposedly, the working age group left to cater for the vulnerable group (UNICEF,2022). The results are plethora of developmental challenges including income inequality, inadequate access to basic services, and persistent poverty in some regions unemployment, lack of food, inadequate health care facilities to cater for the massive population, poor housing, increase in endemic illnesses such as malaria due to poor living conditions and generalized poverty/poor standard of living.
In line with the WHO technical frameworks, interventions such as the National Malaria Elimination Program (NMEP), the National Malaria Strategic Plan and Nigeria End Malaria Council were developed to end the malaria scourge (FMoH, 2022). These programs have supported and promoted various strategies for malaria prevention and elimination. The Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development also coordinates programming for orphans and vulnerable children. However, these interventions have not sufficiently provided relief for the vulnerable population.
This project aims to improve the overall well-being of vulnerable households through food security, Malaria prevention, and Integrating SRH/FP among vulnerable households. It also aims to promote the empowerment of vulnerable households by increasing their agricultural potential, especially the most vulnerable. IHVN will partner with other Government and Non-Governmental actors collaboratively on the project, with each actor contributing their unique skills and resources in a sustainable manner.
Overall Objective– Improving overall well-being of vulnerable households through Food security, Malaria prevention and Integrating SRH/FP among the vulnerable population in 20 facilities and 40 communities in FCT, Nasarawa, Katsina and Rivers.
Role
The consultant will conduct the study in conjunction with the relevant stakeholders at the communities and facilities. A desk and mixed methods study will be conducted using semi-structured questionnaires, in-depth interviews and focus group discussions. IHVN will provide relevant support and technical assistance in the course of conducting the feasibility study.
Scope of Work
The primary focus of the study is to determine if the proposed interventions would achieve the desired project outcomes.
The feasibility study (max. 20 pages) should cover:
Support in setting of realistic objectives
Present the context of the planned project at all relevant levels (micro-, meso-, macro-) and also include essential, project-relevant data on the initial situation.
Feasibility of activities
Analyze to what extent the selected approach can contribute to solving the problem situation among the target groups and other actors. Furthermore, the project should be critically evaluated with regard to the OECD DAC1 criteria of relevance, coherence, effectiveness, efficiency, impact and sustainability.
Concrete recommendations for adjustments to the specific project concept, including impact matrix and measures, should be formulated as far as possible. The actors and stakeholders to be involved, suggestions for monitoring fields of outcome and impact measurement as well as opportunities and risks must be taken into account.
Concrete recommendations for areas of capacity building within the project implementation
Methodology
The project concept note will be analyzed, and the study report will consist of
Findings of the quantitative analysis from community, facility, and governmental stakeholders.
Qualitative analysis of the focus group discussions of selected stakeholders
Process and tentative timelines
Milestones/meetings
Deadline/Time span
Call for Tender to Potential Consultants with Request for Proposal.
05-12-2023 to 18-12-2023
Selection and Contracting
18-12-2023 to 21-12-2023
Start of Consultancy
27-12-2023
Kick-off with (clarifying open questions, confirming suggested work plan)
28-12-2023
Preparation of the Study (including desk study, mixed methods study and preparation of the report).
03-01-2023 to 17-01-2024
Short Progress Report and Update Meeting
22-01-2024
Finalizing and Submission of Report
Closing Date 29-011-2024
Outputs and Deliverables
The feasibility study should not exceed 20 pages (excluding additional data material) and be written in English.
It should contain the following chapters:
Purpose, objectives and use of the feasibility study
Methodology
Initial situation and problem analysis (at community, local government, and state level)
Project executing agency in the partner country (Local Executing Agency)
Target groups and other actors (at community, local government, and State level)
Expert Profile of the Feasibility Study Characteristics of the Expert:
Independently working from all project stakeholders.
An expert with respective country expertise.
Has to be fluent in written and spoken English.
A professional, result-orientated, provides well-structured, critical assessment of the study context/focus.
Ability to use concise language in highlighting important findings.
Has excellent communication skills.
Has substantial working experience.
Willingness to work within established timelines.
Technical expertise in:
Food Security
Working with vulnerable populations
Malaria programs
Sexual Reproductive Health programs
Analytic research skills
Proposal writing/conducting feasibility studies for projects by the not-for profit sector.
Using different methods of social science (focused interviews, questionnaires)
Experiences with the multi-actor partnership approach are an asset.
Interested applicants are encouraged to submit their offer including:
Expression of Interest
CV including references to prove the required substantial work experience (see “expert profile”)
A Financial Offer (separate disclosure of applicable taxes)
Short description (max. 1 page) of the methodology and approach of implementing planned feasibility study.
Note:
The contract will be awarded to the most economically advantageous tender, i.e. the tender offering the best price-quality ratio. The evaluation of offers will be based on: 60% required work experience, 25% price, 15% proposed methodology.
The total cost of the feasibility study is not to exceed 0.95% of the proposed project budget.
The deadline for applying is 18th December 2023 by 23:59 GMT+1 and offers should be sent to: [email protected]. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
References
Statista, 2023. Population growth in Nigeria from 2012 to 2022
UNICEF, 2022. Situation Analysis of Children in Nigeria. Ensuring equitable and sustainable realization of child rights in Nigeria
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.
The Institute of Human Virology, Nigeria (IHVN), through funding from The Global Fund (GF), will be implementing the Grant Cycle 7 (GC7) grant, a combined TB &HIV effort pivotal to transforming TB & HIV programs. Under the leadership and coordination of the National AIDS and STDs Control Programme (NASCP), the National TB and Leprosy Control Programme (NTBLCP), and the National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA), this project will increase the identification of all forms of TB cases in the community and ensure prompt access to high-quality, patient-centred prevention and treatment through a Nationwide coverage of TB Public-Private Mix active TB case finding effort, and Community TB testing. The HIV component of the grant will focus on four states (Ebonyi, Anambra, Kwara, and Gombe) for end-to-end HIV comprehensive services, community PMTCT scale-up in all states, PrEP in the four GF-supported states and in other states where PEPFAR IPs will be operating, and support harm reduction program (specifically needles and syringes) in 12 states. Other focus areas include Health Systems Strengthening/Resilient and Sustainable Systems for Health (RSSH) and National level support activities.
To further uphold our commitment to providing excellent services in the sector, we are recruiting to fill the below-listed position:
Position
Senior Program Officer, Prevention, Care & Treatment
Employment Type
Full Time
Location
Central Office/HQ (Abuja), Plateau, FCT, Delta
Scheduled Work Time
Monday – Friday (Flexibility, willing to travel and work weekends)
Reports To
HIV Lead
Operational Contacts
TB Lead, Program Management Team, Project Director.
Under the supervision of the Project Director, GF-GC7 Grant, the SPO will collaborate closely with Sub-Recipients, NASCP, and other relevant stakeholders to provide technical oversight of the Sub-Recipients’ day-to-day implementation of all HIV prevention, care, and treatment strategies toward achieving the UNAIDS (95-95-95) targets and providing guidance for program implementation according to the National Treatment Guidelines and policies.
Responsibilities:
Provide technical assistance to health care providers and sub-recipients to render effective and efficient quality of care to People Living with HIV (PLHIV)
Mentor healthcare providers to improve and maintain the standard of care through ongoing performance assessment and feedback.
Provide technical support for effective and efficient HIV/TB prevention and treatment services.
Build the capacity of healthcare providers for effective referrals and linkages.
Plan and review activities with sub-recipients, state and site staff, as well as other stakeholders in the state
Ensure TB/HIV collaborative activities are happening at facility and State levels.
Conduct quarterly supportive supervision to ensure quality program implementation and technical guidance as may be necessary.
Support the State TB/HIV program to create awareness and demand for TB services.
Organize and conduct regular visits to health facilities to ensure timely data collection, compilation, and reporting.
Support the State HIV Program on routine data analysis and utilization.
Participate in the donor progress report writing, continuation application, quarterly review report writing, and presentation.
Ensure project reports are developed and submitted on time, are of good quality, and that the evidence they contain is accurately captured and submitted monthly.
Collaborate with relevant stakeholders – Government of Nigeria, Global Fund, US President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), and other Implementing Partners and ensure representation at high-level meetings.
Required competencies.
Core 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 good inter and intrapersonal communication skills.
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
Must possess a bachelor’s degree in medicine or nursing. Master’s level/Postgraduate qualification in Public Health, Epidemiology or a relevant field is an added advantage.
At least four years of experience working with the HIV/TB programs at various levels, planning and managing projects.
Experience in building capacity at individual and organizational levels.
Excellent personal communication skills in written and verbal English,
Fundamental skills in project planning, design, implementation, and monitoring.
Ability to work independently and deliver quality work on time.
Good interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team.
Ability to deliver under pressure with minimal guidance.
Ability to meet deadlines according to lead-down rules.
Stakeholder collaboration skills and ability to appropriately represent the organization by engaging with stakeholders.
Good experience using Ms. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and 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:
Please submit your application letter and detailed curriculum vitae as one Microsoft Word document with the position applied for and locationwell captured as the subject of the email to the Assistant Director, Human Resources, through this email address: [email protected].
