DISTRICT PROGRAMM OFFICERS 10POSITIONS

Henry Jackson Foundation Medical Research International (HJFMRI)

Locally known as the Walter Reed Southern Highlands AIDS Program, the Henry Jackson Foundation Medical Research International (HJFMRI) is an international non-governmental organization working in several countries conducting research studies and providing care and treatment to people affected by HIV/AIDS.  HJFMRI is funded by the Presidents Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief PEPFAR.

In collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Welfare (MOHSW), HJFMRI has been leading a comprehensive HIV/AIDS care and treatment program in the Southern Highlands of Tanzania since 2004 with support from the President’s Emergency Plans for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR).  The program is based in Mbeya and has since extended to more than 100 health facilities in Mbeya, Rukwa and Ruvuma regions, which collectively represent a catchment area of about 6 million people.

 Mbeya region is one of high prevalence regions in Tanzania and expansion of HIV care and treatment programs is critical.

 Walter Reed Program is seeking qualified candidate to fill the position below.  Cover letters and resumes should be sent to the Human Resources Manager, P.O. Box 6396, Mbeya or e-mailed to;  jobswrpmbeya@gmail.com.  NOTE:  to be considered, applicants must put the TITLE OF THE JOB in the SUBJECT LINE. Deadline for submission of the application is November 4th, 2013. Those who do not meet the minimum requirements as detailed below should not submit applications.

 Job Title: District Program Officer – 10 positions

Company: WRP/HJFMRI

DEPARTMENT: MEDICAL

Location: Mbeya, Tanzania

Employment Type: Full-Time

Report to: Mbeya Regional Clinical Coordinator

Role definition:

Under the supervision of Mbeya Regional Clinical Coordinator, the District Program Officer will guide and monitor the implementation of PMTCT Option B plus in alignment with the current Tanzania MoH guidelines in selected districts in the Mbeya region of Tanzania.  As Option B plus activities become more established over the coming 6-12 months, the Program Officer will take on additional responsibilities within the district such as M&E for care and treatment programs and supportive supervision.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Work closely with Districts’ PMTCT focal person to coordinate PMTCT-Option B plus activities in the district. This includes effective participation into Option B plus district coordination committee while providing linkage to WRP/HJFMRI team in Mbeya

• Provide technical support in monitoring the timely forecasting and ordering process for ART/Option B plus commodities by the health facilities and district councils as well as distribution and usage of these items in the respective facilities.

• Collaborate effectively with facilities, districts management, MSD and Supply & Logistics Chain Management System to ensure constant availability of commodities in facilities providing Option B plus services.

• Build the capacity of health workers and facilities by performing supportive supervision at PMTCT-Option B plus facilities in line project objectives & MOH guidelines and in cooperation with CMHT and RHMT.

• Help prepare and monitor implementation of district quarterly and annual ART/Option B plus/EID work plans in the health facilities.

• Effectively work with CHMTs and Facility Leads to agree on target distribution, and ensure regular review and use of data generated from service delivery. She/H will also ensure the data reported per each facility is reviewed and used within respective facility.

• Work with M&E team to ensure M&E tools and available in facilities and are properly used for data recording and reporting.

• Collaborate with facility and community HBC focal persons to strengthen linkages of clients into care and treatment, PMTCT and EID.

• Maintain collaborations with key stakeholders in the district councils and foster a coordinated and harmonized PMTCT interventions in the region in line with the Option B plus roll out plan and MoH guidelines.

• Review, monitor and measure the implementation of PMTCT services against targets and submit periodic reports to key stakeholders in line with WRP/HJFMRI PMTCT program objectives.

• As B-Plus services become established, expand scope of work to include supportive supervision and technical support to district Care and Treatment Clinics and other WRP/HJFMRI supportive facilities as well.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Advanced Diploma in Nursing or Advanced Diploma in Clinical Medicine from a recognized institution and must be registered with the relevant professional body in Tanzania OR Diploma in Nursing/Clinical Medicine with over 3 years’ experience providing HIV/AIDS clinical care in Tanzania

• Previous experience working in HIV/AIDS care and treatment programs

• At least one year of related experience in PMTCT/ EID Programs, preferably with USG / PEPFAR implementing partners

• Fluency in English and Kiswahili

• Basic Competency with Computer Applications [Word, Excel, PowerPoint]

• Willingness to regularly spend at least 75% time working and traveling in rural areas of Mbeya Region

Key personal competences:

• Independent, yet still a team player

• Strong communication skills

• Proven ability for data-driven decision making

• Dynamic, persuasive and convincing

• Self- motivated and able to demonstrate high initiative

Walter Reed Program is an equal opportunity employer; women are highly encouraged to apply.