Society for Family Health (SFH) is one of the leading non-governmental public health organisations in Nigeria, implementing programs in Reproductive Health/Family Planning, HIV & AIDS prevention and treatment, malaria prevention and treatment, primary health care system strengthening and maternal, newborn and child health care. We work in partnership with the Federal and State Governments of Nigeria, the Global Fund, United States Agency for International Development (USAID), Department for International Development (DFID), Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, MSD for Mothers and Children Investment Fund Foundation among other international donors.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Technical Officer, General Population

Ref No: sfh-40043
Locations: Gombe and Kwara
Employment Type: Full-time
Contract Duration: Fixed Term

Job Profile

• The Technical Officer for Gen population will offer specialized technical expertise and support in designing, executing, and overseeing HIV/AIDS interventions focused on Gen population. Including ensuring access to high-quality HIV/AIDS prevention, treatment, and care services

Key Responsibilities

• The successful candidate will be responsible for the following functions:

Program Development and Planning:

• Contribute to devising comprehensive strategies and action plans tailored specifically for Gen Pop in HIV/AIDS prevention, treatment, and care
• Assist in adapting evidence-based interventions suitable for Gen population groups

Technical Expertise:

• Provide expert guidance on the delivery of HIV/AIDS prevention, testing, treatment, and care services that are sensitive to the needs of key populations.
• Ensure interventions align with the latest best practices and global guidelines in key population-focused HIV/AIDS programming and for harm reduction strategies.

Capacity Building and Training:

• Conduct training sessions for staff and partners on Gen Population-centered strategies in HIV/AIDS programming.

Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting:

• Effectively track and monitor activities and interventions for Gen populations
• Collect, analyze data, and prepare comprehensive reports to evaluate program effectiveness, facilitating informed decision-making and continual improvement.

Coordination and Collaboration:

• Collaborate closely with stakeholders, including government bodies, community-based organizations, and relevant groups, to ensure cohesive coordination and implementation of HIV/AIDS interventions general population
• Act as a representative for the organization in pertinent meetings, workshops, and conferences focused on HIV/AIDS programming for general population

Qualifications / Experience

• Degree in Medicine, Social Science, Public Health or other related fields.
• 5 years of experience in designing, implementing, and monitoring HIV/AIDS programs, with a focus on general population.

Skills and competencies:

• In-depth knowledge of Harm Reduction Strategies
• Strong understanding of gender-responsive and rights-based approaches in Gen Populations programme
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural and multidisciplinary team.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.