Senior Officer,GF HIV(MARPS Focal Person),Nassarawa,Society for Family Health (SFH)
soffgfthetnas@sfhnigeria.org
Society for Family Health (SFH) is one of the leading public health NGOs in Nigeria, implementing programmes in reproductive health, HIV and AIDS prevention, and maternal and child health. SFH works in partnership with the Federal and State Governments of Nigeria, the British Department for International Development (DFID) and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) among other international donors. We seek to recruit qualified persons as a result of growth in our organization. We offer professionals opportunities for career advancement, a good working environment and competitive remuneration.
Purpose
Reporting to the Manager-Global Fund (GF) HIV. The successful candidate will be primarily responsible for the coordination and implementation of HIV/AIDS prevention and risk reduction activities through Behavioral Change Communication (BCC) among Most-At-Risk-Persons (MARPs) and mass media activities targeted at the general population.
S/He will work with the Manager to develop operational and work plans for HIY prevention among MARPs and mass media services in the region.
S/he will provide field support for the implementation of BCC through the use of special communication materials targeted at specific population.
The candidate will coordinate the implementation of Peer Education training and intervention among key target groups in the region.
S/He will provide support to the Research and Evaluation Division to manage data collection of MARPs activities from all communities in the region.
In addition, s/he will provide support for community system strengthening activities including working with CBOs and CSOs partners.
Qualification
First degree in Behavioral Sciences/Medical/Biological Science/Public Health or its equivalent in a relevant field is required.
Must possess minimum three (3) years experience in implementing BCC MARPs related activities in specific communities.
S/He must possess ability to analyze and interpret both quantitative and qualitative programme data.
Must possess excellent planning and organizational skills.
Must be able to work with minimal supervision.
Must have cognate skills in computer appreciation.
MUST possess a high level of integrity and with good interpersonal skills.
Application
A one page application letter (using the position reference as subject), should be addressed to the Assistant Director-HR. clearly providing evidence of competences required for the job, current remuneration. as well as a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae indicating clearly your valid telephone numbers, e-mail address and current contact address should be sent within two weeks of this publication to the email address beside the job you are applying for. Do note that any candidate with multiple submissions will be disqualified. Candidates without the minimum requirements need not apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
*SFH is an equal opportunity employer.
Deadline 1st March, 2012
