Mekdim Ethiopia National Association (MENA) HIV Service Director Jobs in Ethiopia
Mekdim Ethiopia National Association (MENA) HIV Service Director Jobs in Ethiopia
Job summaryThe HIV Service Director will be the technical expert for activities related to strengthening the comprehensive community-based HIV and AIDS treatment, care and support services, ensuring standards and quality of care, liaising with relevant advisers on health-related strategic information.
S/he provides guidance on scientific, policy and practices associated with community-based HIV and AIDS treatment, care and support services. Together with the M&E and other relevant staff members
s/he provides technical guidance and support to sub- awards in the design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of effective to HIV and AIDS services.
Job responsibilities
Collaborates in implementing the overall project objectives strategies, budget priorities and operational plans of the project
Lead activities that will improve engagement and retention in care for PLWHA
Support collaboration with healthcare providers, public health entities and relevant community based organizations as appropriate to achieve the project goals
Develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal external stakeholders
Promotes teamwork and cooperation needed for the success of the project
Represent system HIV services to external agencies, community, public health and HIV/AIDS service agencies,
Assure compliance with project HIV service standard and procedures other regulatory standards
Ensure adequate availability and patient access to beneficiary services across the system
Contribute to annual plan and budget preparation which aligns with the goals and objectives of the project
Oversee development and utilization of grants to
ensure effective use project resources
Prepare and submit regular and timely performance reports to the COP adhering to USAID reporting requirement
Job Requirements
Required education and experiences
A minimum of MPH is required, preferably with degree in Medicine or Nursing degree and ten years of experience in clinical HIV treatment or HIV testing service delivery
Experience in expanding access to essential comprehensive HIV and AIDS services is desirable.
Specialized knowledge and demonstrated expertise in comprehensive HIV and AIDS services which is necessary for strengthening service delivery is required.
Previous work program/project management experience, directly or indirectly, with USAID, PEPFAR, or other USG health programs required.
Experience and good understanding of the Ethiopian health care delivery system including networking of the facility and community health system/the Urban Health Extension Program, local NGOs and other Civil Service Organizations providing services to PLHIV in the community is required.
Experience in managing a project team composed of several technical experts and fostering teamwork is required.
Personal skills
Ability to coordinate multiple assignments
Skills in determining priorities
Strong interpersonal skills and positive professional attitude
Ability to represent the project in a professional manner at all times
Excellent written and communication skills in English language
Skills in MS Windows and MS Office packages (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Web Conferencing Applications, information management systems.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; Mekdim Ethiopia National Association (MENA) HIV Service Director Jobs in Ethiopia
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