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Apply:Program Admin Specialist/M&E Officer

Location:Guards Brigade Medical Center, Abuja

Work Hours: Full-time 40 hours/week

Reports to: Site Team Leader

Open to:All Interested Applicants

Deadline: 25th August 2023

Monthly Gross Salary Range: ₦165,000.00 -  ₦175,000.00

BASIC FUNCTION

 Under the supervision of the Site Team Leader, and with technical oversight from Program Staff of the MODHIP / DODWRP-N Program, the Program Administrative Specialist will provide administrative, logistics, technical, and program management support (including financial management) to the HIV/AIDS Programs at Military HIV Care and Treatment facilities.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Program Administrative Specialist/M&e Officer will support a wide range of administrative and logistical, data quality and continuous quality improvement activities to ensure uninterrupted delivery of HIV care and treatment services at the facilities.  He/she will also be responsible for ensuring proper financial management and will support the implementation of site based work plans / activities. These duties will include:

 

Administration

1. 1. Provides direct administrative support on behalf of MODHIP to the Site Commander through the Site Team Leader in the coordination of HIV/AIDS services.

2. 2. Informs the Site Team Leader and provides as directed reports on all administrative issues concerning the HIV program at the site to MODHIP, DODWRP-N as approved by Site Team Leader.

3. 3. Manages and accounts to MODHIP any funds disbursed directly to the site and ensure that such funds are utilized appropriately for the intended purposes.

 

 

Data Quality Management

1. 1. Works closely with NMOD Hospital Medical Records Department and Medical Records Officers for improved data management systems, improved data quality, capacity building and sustainable ownership for the entire hospital services.

2. 2. Ensures all HIV-related service delivery data are accurate, relevant, collected and reported in a timely manner.
3. 3. Ensures that all HIV-program (aggregate and tracker) data are entered in a timely manner on the Program’s DHIS2 instance

4. 4. Working with the Site Team Leader, will ensure that monthly program review/M&E meetings hold at the site prior to submission of monthly program/bi-monthly commodity logistics reports to the Ministry of Defence Health Implementation Program (MODHIP) Liaison Office. The incumbent will ensure that the proper reporting templates are used and properly filled and completed.
5. 5. Provides monthly narrative overview of the HIV program site performance in all areas of care to Director, Public Health.

 

Financial Management

1. 1. Assists the Site Team Leader in the management and accountability of site operating funds provided in support of the HIV program.

2. 2. Ensures provided funds are utilized appropriately for the intended purposes.
3. 3. Retirement of funds disbursed to the site (Reconciles purchases and expenditures and provides receipts) to the MODHIP or DODWRP-N office as directed by the Site Team Leader.
4. 4. Receipt of additional funds will be based on accurate reconciliation of the previous month expenditures, including all pertinent receipts and/or justification for the expense.
5. 5. Works with the Site Team Leader to identify and forecast unfunded requirements that can be supported through the monthly stipend.
6. 6. Identify and develop budgets for any unfunded requirements for the expansion/improvement that can be supported through other stakeholders.

 

Logistical Support

1. 1. Works closely with the MODHIP and DODWRP-N Logisticians, Pharmacists, and Laboratory Officers, and other Program Managers to support logistical activities at the site.

2. 2. Coordinates with the individuals above to identify and forecast logistical needs in support of the overall HIV care mission at the site.
3. 3. Confirm the integrity of buffer stock of HIV program consumables.
4. 4. Identify and alert the appropriate officer when there is need for an Emergency Order.
5. 5. Ensure optimal store management.
6. 6. Reports all program equipment failures including utilities, immediately to the Site Team Leader and if so directed to MODHIP Liaison Office and DOD-WRPN.

 

Policy

1. 1. Monitor site activities across all departments and provides periodic updates to the Site Team Leader and when required to the MODHIP DG and the DODWRP-N Director. Updates would include identified problems and recommendations for resolution.

 

 State Engagement

1. 1. Assist in  strengthening  internal  ownership  and  state  engagement as  well  as  representing MODHIP management on state, LGA and community issues related to the sites.

 

Continuous Quality Improvement

1. 1. Works closely with key  technical unit heads to  obtain information  about clinical quality improvement issues that require program/personnel intervention.

2. 2. With approval of the Site Team Leader, provide monthly reports on Continuous Quality Improvement meeting outcomes that require action by management.

 

JOB SPECIFICATION

Minimum Education/Training Requirement: BA, BSc, RN/RM or a degree in health related disciplines.

 

Prior Work Experience: 3 years post NYSC, a minimum of 2 years’ experience in health services management position or similar experience. Experience must include planning, organizing, and directing such health services management activities as medical logistics, medical facilities management, medical records management, medical reporting and budget.

 

Knowledge and skills, person

• Knowledge of: Health services management; hospital administration and practice; contractual and accounting fundamentals; quality management; human resource management.
• Good computer, financial and accounting skills is necessary. Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications especially the use of spreadsheets, word-processing, and some degree of database management. Candidate would be required to demonstrate these abilities.

• Ability to work well with others and to develop and maintain compatibility among project staff, consultants and recipients of assistance.
• Well-developed written and oral communication skills. Level IV fluency in written and oral communication is required.

 

Other specification: Candidates must be resident or ready to relocate to Abuja.

 

How to Apply: Candidates can send a Cover letter and CV to The Human Resources Manager (HIFASS)   specifying   the   Job   Title   and   Location   on   the   SUBJECT   of   the   mail   to [email protected]. Kindly attach your Academic and Training Certificates that support or address the requirements listed for the position in One PDF, Cover Letter and CV together in One MSWord format. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Apply:Program Admin Specialist/M&E Officer

Location:Guards Brigade Medical Center, Abuja

Work Hours: Full-time 40 hours/week

Reports to: Site Team Leader

Open to:All Interested Applicants

Deadline: 25th August 2023

Monthly Gross Salary Range: ₦165,000.00 -  ₦175,000.00

BASIC FUNCTION

Under the supervision of the Site Team Leader, and with technical oversight from Program Staff of the MODHIP / DODWRP-N Program, the Program Administrative Specialist will provide administrative, logistics, technical, and program management support (including financial management) to the HIV/AIDS Programs at Military HIV Care and Treatment facilities.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Program Administrative Specialist/M&e Officer will support a wide range of administrative and logistical, data quality and continuous quality improvement activities to ensure uninterrupted delivery of HIV care and treatment services at the facilities.  He/she will also be responsible for ensuring proper financial management and will support the implementation of site based work plans / activities. These duties will include:

 

Administration         

1. Provides direct administrative support on behalf of MODHIP to the Site Commander through the Site Team Leader in the coordination of HIV/AIDS services.
2. Informs the Site Team Leader and provides as directed reports on all administrative issues concerning the HIV program at the site to MODHIP, DODWRP-N as approved by Site Team Leader.
3. Manages and accounts to MODHIP any funds disbursed directly to the site and ensure that such funds are utilized appropriately for the intended purposes.

 

Data Quality Management

1. Works closely with NMOD Hospital Medical Records Department and Medical Records Officers for improved data management systems, improved data quality, capacity building and sustainable ownership for the entire hospital services.
2. Ensures all HIV-related service delivery data are accurate, relevant, collected and reported in a timely manner.
3. Ensures that all HIV-program (aggregate and tracker) data are entered in a timely manner on the Program’s DHIS2 instance
4. Working with the Site Team Leader, will ensure that monthly program review/M&E meetings hold at the site prior to submission of monthly program/bi-monthly commodity logistics reports to the Ministry of Defence Health Implementation Program (MODHIP) Liaison Office. The incumbent will ensure that the proper reporting templates are used and properly filled and completed.
5. Provides monthly narrative overview of the HIV program site performance in all areas of care to Director, Public Health.

 

Financial Management

1. Assists the Site Team Leader in the management and accountability of site operating funds provided in support of the HIV program.
2. Ensures provided funds are utilized appropriately for the intended purposes.
3. Retirement of funds disbursed to the site (Reconciles purchases and expenditures and provides receipts) to the MODHIP or DODWRP-N office as directed by the Site Team Leader.
4. Receipt of additional funds will be based on accurate reconciliation of the previous month expenditures, including all pertinent receipts and/or justification for the expense.
5. Works with the Site Team Leader to identify and forecast unfunded requirements that can be supported through the monthly stipend.
6. Identify and develop budgets for any unfunded requirements for the expansion/improvement that can be supported through other stakeholders.

 

Logistical Support

1. Works closely with the MODHIP and DODWRP-N Logisticians, Pharmacists, and Laboratory Officers, and other Program Managers to support logistical activities at the site.
2. Coordinates with the individuals above to identify and forecast logistical needs in support of the overall HIV care mission at the site.
3. Confirm the integrity of buffer stock of HIV program consumables.
4. Identify and alert the appropriate officer when there is need for an Emergency Order.
5. Ensure optimal store management.
6. Reports all program equipment failures including utilities, immediately to the Site Team Leader and if so directed to MODHIP Liaison Office and DOD-WRPN.

 

Policy

1. Monitor site activities across all departments and provides periodic updates to the Site Team Leader and when required to the MODHIP DG and the DODWRP-N Director. Updates would include identified problems and recommendations for resolution.

 

State Engagement

1. Assist in strengthening internal ownership and state engagement as well as representing MODHIP management on state, LGA and community issues related to the sites.

 

Continuous Quality Improvement

1. Works closely with key technical unit heads to obtain information about clinical quality improvement issues that require program/personnel intervention.

 

2. With approval of the Site Team Leader, provide monthly reports on Continuous Quality Improvement meeting outcomes that require action by management.

 

JOB SPECIFICATION

Minimum Education/Training Requirement: BA, BSc, RN/RM or a degree in health related disciplines.

Prior Work Experience: 3 years post NYSC, a minimum of 2 years’ experience in health services management position or similar experience. Experience must include planning, organizing, and directing such health services management activities as medical logistics, medical facilities management, medical records management, medical reporting and budget.

Knowledge and skills, person

• Knowledge of: Health services management; hospital administration and practice; contractual and accounting fundamentals; quality management; human resource management.
• Good computer, financial and accounting skills is necessary. Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications especially the use of spreadsheets, word-processing, and some degree of database management. Candidate would be required to demonstrate these abilities.
• Ability to work well with others and to develop and maintain compatibility among project staff, consultants and recipients of assistance.
• Well-developed written and oral communication skills. Level IV fluency in written and oral communication is required.

 

Other specification: Candidates must be resident or ready to relocate to Abuja.

 

How to Apply: Candidates can send a Cover letter and CV to The Human Resources Manager (HIFASS) specifying the Job Title and Location on the SUBJECT of the mail to                         [email protected]. Kindly attach your Academic and Training Certificates that support or address the requirements listed for the position in One PDF, Cover Letter and CV together in One MSWord format. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

 

NB: Applications without the attached Academic and Training Certificates will not be treated.

Apply:Medical Officer Research/Research Study Coordinator

Location:DHQMC, Abuja

Work Hours: Full-time 40 hours/week

Reports to: Site Principal Investigator

Open to:All Interested Applicants

Deadline: 11th August 2023

Monthly Gross Salary Range: ₦550,000.00 -  ₦585,000.00

BASIC FUNCTION: To provide research based medical services at the above study site.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Perform Study Physician responsibilities on RV 329 and other studies that the incumbent may be assigned to.
2. Responsible to the Site Investigator for the day-to-day implementation of clinical research protocols at the respective study site.
3. Provides day-to-day Clinical Management of HIV/AIDS services for patients at the facility level guided by strategies and approaches related to the implementation programs.
4. Contributes to the development of lessons learned from programs and projects related to clinical management of HIV / AIDS, and the Prevention of Maternal to Child Transmission of HIV (PMTCT) and apply these lessons to modify existing programs and improve the design of new programs.
5. Performs other research, care, prevention, and evaluation duties as assigned

 

JOB SPECIFICATION

 

Minimum Education/Training Requirement: The minimum educational requirement is an MBBS. Master’s degree in public health will be an added advantage.

 

Prior Work Experience: 5 years’ post national youth service experience in clinical care, with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in care and treatment of HIV/AIDS at the clinical level, a sound understanding of HIV/AIDS thematic areas. Experience with ARV programs, familiarity with Nigerian public sector health systems and clinical research experience are also required.

 

Required Licenses, Certification or Registration: Registered with Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria.

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of health and development programs in developing countries in general and Nigeria specifically.
• Clinical management training and experience and ability to understand full range of issues around the clinical management of HIV/AIDS, including provision of ART.
• Knowledge of Nigerian clinical setting, including government and non-government settings
• Knowledge of Nigerian Clinical Research regulations and practice.
• Must have successfully completed the CITI Group 3 Modules with at least 80% Score in each module.
•  Ability to work well with others.
• Well-developed written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to travel within Nigeria 25% time.

 

 

Other specification: Candidates must be resident or ready to relocate to Abuja.

 

How to Apply: Candidates can send a Cover letter and CV to The Human Resources Manager (HIFASS) specifying the Job Title and Location on the SUBJECT of the mail to                         [email protected]. Kindly attach ALL your Academic and Training Certificates that support or address the requirements listed for the position in One PDF file, Cover Letter and CV together in One MsWord format. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

 

NB: Applications without the attached Academic and Training Certificates will not be treated.

Apply:Site Study Coordinator

Location:68 Nigerian Army Reference Hospital, Yaba Lagos

Work Hours: Full-time 40 hours/week

Reports to: Site Principal Investigator

Open to:All Interested Applicants

Deadline: 11th August 2023

Monthly Gross Salary Range: ₦350,000.00 -  ₦355,000.00

BASIC FUNCTION: To participate in protocol development as may be applicable; prepare documents for submission to the IRBs and other regulatory authorities; oversee study execution in the target population including the youth cohort; and ensure adherence to protocol by all and compliance with applicable laws. Regulations, policies and procedural requirements. Perform nursing duties in the clinic.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Explain the purpose and nature of the study to new study participants.
2. Answer participants’ questions and concerns.
3. Enroll and consent potential study participants.
4. Collect participants’ sample, including but not limited to phlebotomy as backup to study staff as needed.
5. Work with the laboratory to ensure result collection is completed according to standard operating procedures.
6. Provide safety and protection to all participants while collecting and managing data obtained from the participants from the study.
7. Assess vital signs of the participants.
8. Perform cervical cancer screening of female participants using the speculum, visual inspection with acetic acid (VIA), HPV specimen collection as backup to study staff as needed.
9. Triage participants at the clinic as needed.
10. Oversee and coordinate recruitment, care, and treatment of research subjects and liaise with other internal departments and external collaborators.
11. Oversee study-related activities such as chart preparation, protocol trainings, SOP development, preparation of relevant study forms and labels.
12. Audit clinical study records: compare case report forms with source documents; review other study relevant files.
13. Oversee planning, scheduling and carrying out of procedures to provide adequate care and treatment of research subjects. Contact volunteers and schedule follow-up appointments as appropriate.
14. Enter data for specific visit on CRF; audit records for accuracy, ensure completed CRFs in a timely manner, and support all QA/QC processes.
15. Resolve data and record discrepancies identified during in-house reviews.
16. Schedule monitoring visits as necessary. Coordinate staff in preparation for monitoring visits.
17. Perform periodic review of the regulatory binder to ensure accuracy and completeness.
18. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of human research policies (specifically, subjects of minor age), regulations, standards, and procedures according to GCP guidelines (must pass all relevant CITI modules).
19. Prepare protocol-required reports such as Adverse Events (AEs), Continuing Review Reports (CRRs) and other reports as needed. In addition, monitor deadlines of these reports/events.
20. Supervise personnel to include, training, work allocation, and problem resolution as may be applicable.
21. Track enrollment and loss to follow up statistics and provide weekly summaries of items within the schedule of events (SOE).
22. Perform other job-related duties as may be assigned.

 

JOB SPECIFICATION

 

Minimum Education/Training Requirement: Bachelor’s degree (or Diploma) in Nursing from an accredited institution. Successful completion of the CITI Group 3 Modules with at least 80% score in each module and master’s degree in public health will be an added advantage.

 

Prior Work Experience:

• Minimum of 3-5 years related work experience including 2 years in supervisory position.
• Experience in clinical research including informed consent procedures.
• Hands-on experience and responsibility in research study implementation.

 

Required Licenses, Certification or Registration

Registered by Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (with current practicing license).

 

Knowledge and skills

• A good understanding of principles of research ethics and GCP
• Working understanding of IRB and protocol implementation, monitoring, and reporting requirements.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
• Effective communication and counselling skills
• Ability to work on own initiative, to prioritize and organize competing workloads and yet retain sufficient flexibility to respond to new circumstances rapidly
• Attention to detail and systematic approach to the work.
• Leadership skills and team-building abilities
• Training in research ethics, including Human Subjects Protection
• Protocol specific trainings
• Knowledge of scientific writing and presentation skills is desired
• Familiarity and experience working with computer programs such as Microsoft office suite and adobe acrobat. Experience with REDCap software will be an added advantage.

 

Other specification: Candidates must be resident or ready to relocate to Lagos.

 

How to Apply: Candidates can send a Cover letter and CV to The Human Resources Manager (HIFASS) specifying the Job Title and Location on the SUBJECT of the mail to                         [email protected]. Kindly attach ALL your Academic and Training Certificates that support or address the requirements listed for the position in One PDF file, Cover Letter and CV together in One MsWord format. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

 

NB: Applications without the attached Academic and Training Certificates will not be treated.

Apply:Program Admin Specialist/M&E Officer

Location:Nigerian Air-Force Hospital, Port-harcourt. Rivers State.

Work Hours: Full-time 40 hours/week

Reports to: Site Team Leader

Open to:All Interested Applicants

Deadline: 4th July 2023

Monthly Gross Salary Range: ₦165,000.00 -  ₦175,000.00

BASIC FUNCTION

Under the supervision of the Site Team Leader, and with technical oversight from Program Staff of the MODHIP / DODWRP-N Program, the Program Administrative Specialist will provide administrative, logistics, technical, and program management support (including financial management) to the HIV/AIDS Programs at Military HIV Care and Treatment facilities.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Program Administrative Specialist/M&e Officer will support a wide range of administrative and logistical, data quality and continuous quality improvement activities to ensure uninterrupted delivery of HIV care and treatment services at the facilities.  He/she will also be responsible for ensuring proper financial management and will support the implementation of site based work plans / activities. These duties will include:

 

Administration         

1. Provides direct administrative support on behalf of MODHIP to the Site Commander through the Site Team Leader in the coordination of HIV/AIDS services.
2. Informs the Site Team Leader and provides as directed reports on all administrative issues concerning the HIV program at the site to MODHIP, DODWRP-N as approved by Site Team Leader.
3. Manages and accounts to MODHIP any funds disbursed directly to the site and ensure that such funds are utilized appropriately for the intended purposes.

 

Data Quality Management

1. Works closely with NMOD Hospital Medical Records Department and Medical Records Officers for improved data management systems, improved data quality, capacity building and sustainable ownership for the entire hospital services.
2. Ensures all HIV-related service delivery data are accurate, relevant, collected and reported in a timely manner.
3. Ensures that all HIV-program (aggregate and tracker) data are entered in a timely manner on the Program’s DHIS2 instance
4. Working with the Site Team Leader, will ensure that monthly program review/M&E meetings hold at the site prior to submission of monthly program/bi-monthly commodity logistics reports to the Ministry of Defence Health Implementation Program (MODHIP) Liaison Office. The incumbent will ensure that the proper reporting templates are used and properly filled and completed.
5. Provides monthly narrative overview of the HIV program site performance in all areas of care to Director, Public Health.

 

Financial Management

1. Assists the Site Team Leader in the management and accountability of site operating funds provided in support of the HIV program.
2. Ensures provided funds are utilized appropriately for the intended purposes.
3. Retirement of funds disbursed to the site (Reconciles purchases and expenditures and provides receipts) to the MODHIP or DODWRP-N office as directed by the Site Team Leader.
4. Receipt of additional funds will be based on accurate reconciliation of the previous month expenditures, including all pertinent receipts and/or justification for the expense.
5. Works with the Site Team Leader to identify and forecast unfunded requirements that can be supported through the monthly stipend.
6. Identify and develop budgets for any unfunded requirements for the expansion/improvement that can be supported through other stakeholders.

 

Logistical Support

1. Works closely with the MODHIP and DODWRP-N Logisticians, Pharmacists, and Laboratory Officers, and other Program Managers to support logistical activities at the site.
2. Coordinates with the individuals above to identify and forecast logistical needs in support of the overall HIV care mission at the site.
3. Confirm the integrity of buffer stock of HIV program consumables.
4. Identify and alert the appropriate officer when there is need for an Emergency Order.
5. Ensure optimal store management.
6. Reports all program equipment failures including utilities, immediately to the Site Team Leader and if so directed to MODHIP Liaison Office and DOD-WRPN.

 

Policy

1. Monitor site activities across all departments and provides periodic updates to the Site Team Leader and when required to the MODHIP DG and the DODWRP-N Director. Updates would include identified problems and recommendations for resolution.

 

 State Engagement

1. Assist in strengthening internal ownership and state engagement as well as representing MODHIP management on state, LGA and community issues related to the sites.

 

Continuous Quality Improvement

1. Works closely with key technical unit heads to obtain information about clinical quality improvement issues that require program/personnel intervention.

 

2. With approval of the Site Team Leader, provide monthly reports on Continuous Quality Improvement meeting outcomes that require action by management.

 

JOB SPECIFICATION

Minimum Education/Training Requirement: BA, BSc, RN/RM or a degree in health related disciplines.

 Prior Work Experience: 3 years post NYSC, a minimum of 2 years’ experience in health services management position or similar experience. Experience must include planning, organizing, and directing such health services management activities as medical logistics, medical facilities management, medical records management, medical reporting and budget.

 Knowledge and skills, person

• Knowledge of: Health services management; hospital administration and practice; contractual and accounting fundamentals; quality management; human resource management.
• Good computer, financial and accounting skills is necessary. Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications especially the use of spreadsheets, word-processing, and some degree of database management. Candidate would be required to demonstrate these abilities.
• Ability to work well with others and to develop and maintain compatibility among project staff, consultants and recipients of assistance.
• Well-developed written and oral communication skills. Level IV fluency in written and oral communication is required.

 

Other specification: Candidates must be resident or ready to relocate to Rivers State.

 

How to Apply: Candidates can send a Cover letter and CV to The Human Resources Manager (HIFASS) specifying the Job Title and Location on the SUBJECT of the mail to                         [email protected]. Kindly attach your Academic and Training Certificates that support or address the requirements listed for the position in One PDF, Cover Letter and CV together in One MSWord format. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

 NB: Applications without the attached Academic and Training Certificates will not be treated.

Apply: Medical Officer Research

Location:Abuja

Work Hours: Full-time 40 hours/week

Reports to: Site Commander

Open to:All Interested Applicants

Deadline: 9th June 2023

Monthly Gross Salary Range: ₦380,000.00 -  ₦390,000.00

 

BASIC FUNCTION: Under the supervision of the Lead Site Investigator and the technical oversight of the Research Team of USAMRD-A/N (DODWRP-N), the incumbent is responsible for providing relevant clinical services for research protocol(s) implementation at the sites.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Acts as a Study Physician on the Mpox Seroprevalence study (EID 042) and other studies that the incumbent may be assigned to.
2. Responsible to the Principal Investigator and the Lead Site Investigator for the day-to-day implementation of clinical research protocols at the respective study sites, including but not limited to functioning as the Study Coordinator.
3. Supports the management of study regulatory binders/other relevant documents and communicates with the WRP-N Regulatory POC.
4. Coordinates and/or supports the implementation of site quality management plan and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
5. Supports the volunteer’s recruitment processes, informed consent process, and screening for eligibility of potential study participants.
6. Supports HIV counseling and testing, and other procedures as appropriate.
7. Conducts clinical assessments for study participants, and obtains clinical data per protocol.
8. Supports other relevant study activities, including sample collection and data management.
9. Ensures the protection of participants’ rights and safety by providing any pertinent information to participants and the study team in a prompt manner.
10. Supports data analysis and the preparation of scientific communications (papers, posters, abstracts, etc.) for presentation at local and national meetings and publications in medical and scientific periodicals.
11. Assists in preparing protocol-required reports such as Adverse Effects (AEs) reporting, Continuing Review Reports (CRRs), and other reports as may be necessary. Monitors deadlines.
12. Leverages expertise in support of the expansion of research activities on the site as appropriate.
13. Performs other research, care, prevention, and evaluation duties as assigned.

 

JOB SPECIFICATION

Minimum Education/Training Requirement: A Bachelor’s degree in Medicine & Surgery (MBBS or MB BCh) is required. A Master’s degree in Public Health will be an added advantage.

Prior Work Experience: Four (4) years post-National Youth Service Corp (NYSC) experience in clinical care, with a minimum of 2 years of clinical research or public health program experience, is required. Experience in HIV/AIDS care and support at the clinical level will be an added advantage.

Required Licenses, Certification, or Registration: Registration with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN) with an up-to-date annual practicing license.

Supervision Exercised: May be assigned to supervise study personnel.

Knowledge and skills

1. Knowledge of health and development programs in developing countries in general and Nigeria specifically.
2. Clinical management training and experience and ability to understand the full range of issues around the clinical management of infectious diseases. 
3. Knowledge of Nigerian clinical settings, including government and non-government settings.
4. Knowledge of Nigerian clinical research regulations and practices.
5. Completion of CITI Group 3 Modules with at least 80% score in each module.
6. Training in Good Clinical Practice.
7. Ability to work well with others.
8. Excellent English language written and oral communication skills.
9. Excellent skills in computer and office software applications (e.g. Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, MS Access, Outlook, and Adobe PDF).

Apply: Research Nurse

Location:Abuja and Lagos

Work Hours: Full-time 40 hours/week

Reports to: Site Commander

Open to:All Interested Applicants

Deadline: 9th June 2023

Monthly Gross Salary Range: ₦270,000.00 -  ₦280,000.00

 

BASIC FUNCTION: The incumbent is responsible for performing/executing general clinical evaluation of participants, informed consent administration, determining the eligibility of study volunteers, performing nursing assessments, data collection, and other relevant procedures.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Explains the purpose and nature of the study to the study volunteers/participants.
2. Answers participants’ study-related questions and concerns.
3. Interacts with study volunteers, and obtains written informed consent from those who are willing to participate in the study.
4. Conducts participants’ screening for eligibility to join the study.
5. Performs nursing assessments and collects relevant clinical data per protocol.
6. Supports participants’ sample collection. Works with the lab team to ensure sample collection is done according to standard operating procedures (SOP).
7. Supports HIV counseling and testing, and other procedures as appropriate.
8. Provides safety and protection to all participants while collecting and managing data obtained from the participant for the study.
9. Ensures the protection of participants’ rights and safety by providing any pertinent information to participants and the study team in a prompt manner.
10. Assists in preparing protocol-required reports such as Adverse Effects (AEs) reporting, Continuing Review Reports (CRRs), and other reports as may be necessary. Monitors deadlines.
11. Assists in developing relevant SOPs for study procedures.
12. Performs quality control (QC) and quality assurance (QA) activities as appropriate
13. Supports community engagement activities.
14. Performs other duties as assigned.

 

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Minimum Education/Training Requirement: A Bachelor’s degree (BSc) in Nursing is required. A Master’s degree in Public Health will be an added advantage.

Prior Work Experience: Four (4) years of post-National Youth Service Corp (NYSC) clinical nursing experience, with at least 2 years of experience in clinical research or public health program experience is required.

Required Licenses, Certification, or Registration: Registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria with an up-to-date practicing license.

Knowledge and skills

• Compliance with all federal, state, and institutional rules and regulations related to research involving human subjects.
• Ability to work independently and effectively prioritize projects and tasks.
• Completion of CITI Group 3 Modules with at least 80% score in each module.
• Training in Good Clinical Practice.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and assist with situations that may require discretion.
• Ability to use computer and office software applications (e.g. Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, MS Access, Outlook, and Adobe PDF).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Attention to detail.

Apply: Community Engagement Officer

Location:Abuja and Lagos

Work Hours: Full-time 40 hours/week

Reports to: Site Commander

Open to:All Interested Applicants

Deadline: 9th June 2023

Monthly Gross Salary Range: ₦180,000.00 -  ₦190,000.00

BASIC FUNCTION: The incumbent will develop, implement, and coordinate day-to-day activities designed to create community awareness, sensitization, interest, and participation in clinical research as well as support other technical/administrative functions.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Create linkages with the networks to reach populations.
2. Develops community-based outreach initiatives, monitors the recruitment of volunteers within the PHC, and oversees efforts geared towards improving client retention.
3. Coordinates advertising and recruitment strategies with the research team.
4. Identifies opportunities for investigators to speak to potential collaborators, or potential participant populations and facilitate such events.
5. Participates in the development of informational, educational, and communication (IEC) materials and literature.
6. Provides community education at different levels to potential study volunteers.
7. Provides mitigation communication for clinical research purposes.
8. Interfaces with clinical research staff and study volunteers/participants and provides information when needed. This includes but is not limited to assessing participants’ understanding of the study including the nature of visits and samples to be collected.
9. Supports written informed consent process for the study.
10. Manages the tracking of study participants as appropriate.
11. Facilitates and coordinates the community advisory board.
12. Develops, and implements innovative and effective techniques to engage communities for clinical research.
13. Develops, and regularly reviews/updates community engagement policies, strategies, road maps, procedures, and tools to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of community engagement.
14. Performs other duties as assigned.

 

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Minimum Education/Training Requirements:   A Bachelor’s degree in social science (e.g. sociology, social works, etc.), humanities, or related field.

 

Prior Work Experience:  A minimum of three (3) years’ work experience in community-based activities, including health education/sensitization, social services, and health outreach in support of clinical research and/or public health programs.

 

Required Licenses, Certification, or Registration: N/A

Knowledge and Skills

1. Knowledge of social constructs and cultural values that motivate voluntariness in research.
2. Knowledge of relevant strategies and best practices in community building, outreach, community relations, convening, and meeting facilitation.
3. Excellent English language written and oral communication and interpersonal skills.
4. Ability to handle difficult situations with a positive mindset and focus on the overall goal of engagement.
5. Ability to interact with the public, healthcare providers, community gatekeepers/stakeholders/organizations, and social service agencies.
6. Ability to think creatively and implement innovative techniques in community engagement.
7. Ability to use computer and office software applications (e.g. Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, MS Access, Outlook, and Adobe PDF).

Apply: Data Manger

Location:Abuja

Work Hours: Full-time 40 hours/week

Reports to: Site Commander

Open to:All Interested Applicants

Deadline: 9th June 2023

Monthly Gross Salary Range: ₦200,000.00 -  ₦230,000.00

BASIC FUNCTION: The Data Entry Manager will coordinate all aspects of data management tracking and responding to queries generated from data generation, collection, and entry.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Provide direct support in the collection and management of all study-related data
2. Participates in entry and ensures all study-related data are entered onto the provided study data platforms
3. Verify data entered into the data platform to ascertain accuracy and consistency
4. Collaborates with the WRP-N Quality Management Team (QMT) for s/he duties and responsibilities
5. As assigned or directed, perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

 

JOB SPECIFICATION

Minimum Education/Training Requirement: A degree in one of the following is required: public health, statistics, biochemistry, microbiology, mathematics, computer science, and any other science-related discipline.

Prior Work Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in data management, preferably clinical research data.

Knowledge and skills:

• Proven high-level computer skills, including the ability to use Microsoft Office packages (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
• Ability to analyze data using spreadsheets and statistical analysis tools.
• Ability to work with little supervision
• Demonstrate knowledge and skills in protecting the privacy and confidentiality of data

Apply:Medical Lab Scientist

Location:Abuja and Lagos

Work Hours: Full-time 40 hours/week

Reports to: Site Commander

Open to:All Interested Applicants

Deadline: 9th June 2023

Monthly Gross Salary Range: ₦190,000.00 -  ₦200,000.00

BASIC FUNCTION: The incumbent will support the laboratory components for the Mpox Seroprevalence Study (EID 042) and other clinical research studies as applicable.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Collection, labeling, transport, and processing of samples for clinical research.
2. Coordinates the performance of laboratory tests for clinical research.
3. Identifies and develop appropriate and relevant SOPs for the study.
4. Receives specimens and performs clinical laboratory tests by standardized procedures and principles.
5. Performs laboratory tests necessary to provide information for use by the study team per protocol.
6. Interacts with other members of the study team to provide timely, accurate, reliable, and internationally acceptable laboratory study data.
7. Ensures proper storage and maintenance of study samples, reagents, and equipment.
8. Ensures timely reports on the usage of reagents and consumables to prevent stock out.
9. Ensures quality and safety processes in all phases of laboratory procedures in line with international standards and best practices.
10. Performs other duties as assigned.

 

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Minimum Education/Training Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science. 

Prior Work Experience:  A minimum of four (4) years’ work experience in Medical Laboratory Science, including at least 2 years’ experience in clinical research or public health program.  

Required Licenses, Certification, or Registration: Registration with the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN) with an up-to-date practicing license. Certification in Good Clinical Laboratory Practice.

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

1. Expertise in Hematology, Clinical chemistry, and laboratory management.
2. Experience in implementing laboratory quality management systems.
3. Experience in evaluating lab infrastructure for research and clinical laboratory investigations.
4. Excellent English language written and oral communication skills.
5. Ability to work as part of a team.
6. Knowledge and ability to regularly update and store laboratory documents.
7. Completion of CITI Group 3 Modules with at least 80% score in each module.
8. Training in Good Clinical Laboratory Practice.
9. Ability to use computer and office software applications (e.g. Microsoft Word, Power Point, Excel, MS-Access, Outlook, and Adobe PDF).