ISHDO HIV Service Specialist Jobs in Ethiopia
ISHDO HIV Service Specialist Jobs in Ethiopia
Job SummaryUnder the supervision of HIV service director the HIV service Specialist is responsible to provide the technical oversight and support for the HIV service related activities of the program, specifically HIV case finding through index case testing ,HIV self-test , linkages to treatment , adherence support including assessing HIV risk, comprehensive cross referral case management systems and tracking of referrals.
She/he provides evidence-based technical support; support the development of strategic approaches to learning and leveraging HIV programs throughout the portfolio and in collaboration with PEPFAR clinical and community programs as applicable, attend meetings related to HIV case finding, care and support with government stakeholders, partner organizations and different community structures.
The HIV service Specialist will also work closely with other project staff in the retention and adherence of PLHIV on treatment to ensure viral suppression.
The HIV Specialist will be responsible for achieving deliverables, document, report activities and perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Responsibilities
Collaborates with the team and partners to achieve project objectives and strategies, to deliver targets and the operational plans of the project
support technically IPs in the activities on HIV case finding through index case testing ,HIV self-testing ,improve engagement , retention and adherence of PLWHA in care,
Support the adaptation of frameworks ,guidelines and job Aids on HIV service delivery to the project target in collaboration with partners
Lead or participate in integrated HIV service delivery trainings rollout to IPs and its supervision.
Support evidence based innovation techniques for HIV case finding ,retention and adherence
Support mentoring and coaching of IPs staffs and area program teams on HIV service care and treatment activities of the project
Participate in regular joint supervision mission with stakeholder to ensure quality service delivery
Represent ISHDO team in TWG ,taskforces on HIV services delivery at Health bureau ,and other stakeholders
Assure compliance to HIV service standards and procedures other regulatory standards
established by FMOH and USAID
support the development of annual work plans ,monthly and quarterly reports and other reports as needed
Participates in quality improvement and quality management initiatives with the team
Prepare and submit regular and timely performance reports to the HIV Service Director adhering to USAID web based reporting requirements
Job Requirements
Required Education and Experience
BSc/MSc in health science is required,
6/8 years of progressive experience in HIV testing, adherence and retention to treatment with demonstrated expertise in comprehensive HIV services delivery in the Ethiopian public health system
Minimum of 4 years’ experience with USAID, PEPFAR, or other USG health programs required.
Experience and good understanding of the Ethiopian health care delivery system community health system/the Health Extension Program, local NGOs and other Civil Service Organizations providing services to PLHIV in the community
Skills and experience in monitoring, recording keeping, and reporting of the HIV prevention, care and treatment programs using the USAID web-based data base system.
Personal Skills
Ability to coordinate multiple assignments and determining priorities
Strong interpersonal skills and positive professional attitude
Experience delivering culturally responsive, gender affirming, and inclusive services.
Promotes teamwork and cooperation Experience
Skills in MS Windows and MS Office packages (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Web Conferencing Applications, information management systems.
How to Apply
ISHDO provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, age, national origin, marital status, disability status, political ideology, military or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Interested candidates are required to fill the attached application form below
ISHDO-USAID -Applicant profile form (1).docx
and submit the form along with their CV and application letter through the organizations email address ishdohr@gmail.com within 10 working days from the date of announcement.
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