Latest Recruitment at AiDS Prevention Initiative in Nigeria (APIN) in Lagos & Jos

AiDS Prevention Initiative in Nigeria (APIN) is a non-governmental donor-funded organization dedicated to the prevention, treatment, care and support of diseases of public health importance in Nigeria, including HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria, among others. Since 2001 we have worked closely with key stakeholders to reduce the burden and mitigate the impact of those diseases through cutting edge, innovative & sustainable approaches.


We are seeking qualified and suitable candidates to fill the position below:


Job Title: Technical Officer – Monitoring & Evaluation

Locations: Lagos and Jos


Job Description

• The job holder will be a member of the State Team and will support program monitoring and evaluation (M&E), and quality assurance (QA) systems.

Job Tasks

• Support the setting up of M&E and QA systems at new program sites in the state
• Provide technical assistance to program sites in the collection, analysis, reporting and use of output data for program improvement
• Share program output data with the state team and the State Government through the state team Lead
• Monitor the progress of the program towards achieving targets in the State
• Work in collaboration with other members of the state team to follow up on Monitoring & Evaluation Committees at the program sites to ensure the promotion of data utilization by relevant end-users
• Provide technical support to site Quality Improvement Committees to set up and implement internal quality management in collaboration with the State Team
• Facilitate the provision of technical support to strengthen M&E and QA systems at the state level
• Contribute to the development and review of appropriate data collection tools and procedures for all monitoring and reporting needs
• Contribute to the periodic review of the organization’s quality improvement protocol, in line with national protocol
• Conduct periodic visits to program sites

Qualifications and Experience

• A medical degree (MBBS or equivalent), a Master’s degree in Public Health (MPH) and a minimum of 6 years’ relevant experience supporting the implementation of M&E systems, and planning and executing program evaluation

Job Title: Associate Director – Strategic Information

Location: Abuja


Job Description

• The job holder will provide leadership for the SI department and shall be accountable for all the QA/QI activities, monitoring and evaluation, learning and documentation of projects activities, results and program quality.

Job Tasks

• Manage the SI department; defining strategies, goals, objectives and work plan, and monitoring their implementation.
• Take overall responsibility for all SI unit functions across all projects
• Take lead in the development, implementation and reporting formats for PEPFAR and GF indicators and targets in collaboration with the State Teams.
• Establish system for flow of information from service delivery points to the central database and ensure timely technical support to all implementing health facilities.
• Review, validate, share and present regular M&E reports, to be used by various stakeholders (CDC, GON, APIN management and Program Staff etc.)
• Provide adequate data for PEPFAR, NASCP and NACA reporting; and provides inputs into other national and international reporting systems
• Take a leadership role in all QA/QI processes
• Build the capacity of SI staff in the design and implementation of a coordinated and effective monitoring and evaluation system.
• Supervise and support the data management, analysis and quality management-related initiative undertaken by M&E staff
• Analyze M&E data on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis and flag action areas to the project management.
• Link and analyze resource inputs, outputs and outcomes and report on project effectiveness and efficiency.
• Work with relevant units to document and publish best practices.
• Provide clear documentation of programmatic achievements and keep senior management informed on monthly, quarterly and annual basis.
• Coordinate writing of reports and take responsibility for compilation of joint project report to the donor and partners.

Qualifications and Experience

• A medical degree (MBBS or equivalent), a Master’s degree in Public Health (MPH) and a minimum of 15 years’ relevant experience with at least 8 years progressive supporting the implementation of Quality Improvement, M&E systems, and planning and executing of HIV/AIDS Programs

Job Title: Senior Technical Officer – Monitoring & Evaluation

Location: Abuja


Job Description

• The job holder will be a member of the Strategic Information team and will contribute to program monitoring and evaluation (M&E).

Job Tasks

• Provide support for program/project monitoring and evaluation and for US Government and Government of Nigeria reporting requirements.
• Provide technical assistance to program sites in the collection, analysis, reporting and use of output data for program improvement
• Manage the program’s reporting cycle to ensure high quality and complete data are sent to the program office on a periodic basis, or when required
• Conduct routine monitoring visits to project sites and provide supportive supervision
• Share program output data with the program team
• Monitor the progress of the program towards achieving targets
• Work in collaboration with other members of the team to follow up on Monitoring & Evaluation Committees at the program sites to ensure the promotion of data utilization by relevant end users
• Facilitate the provision of technical support to strengthen M&E
• Contribute to the development and review of appropriate data collection tools and procedures for all monitoring and reporting needs
• Contribute to the periodic review of the organization’s quality improvement protocol, in line with national protocol

Qualifications and Experience

• A medical degree (MBBS or equivalent), a Master’s degree in Public Health (MPH) and a minimum of 8 years’ relevant experience supporting the implementation of M&E systems, and planning and executing program evaluation

Note

• The suitability statement should not exceed a page and must appear on the first page of the CV, which must be saved in Microsoft Word and as applicant’s full name.
• The subject of the mail should be the job position and location being applied for, e.g. Senior Technical Officer – Monitoring & Evaluation (Abuja).
• Late applications will not be considered and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should write to: vacancies@apin.org.ng stating how their skills, knowledge and experience make them suitable, and addressing the person specifications highlighted above for the position.